What a treat to present Laura Marris and Ariel Yelen last night at Just Buffalo with a beautiful, stripped down musical performance by Jonathan Bobowicz of the band Whitetails.
Last night was deeply inspiring and insightful. Thank you to Tommy Orange, our audience and all of the people behind the scenes that make BABEL possible!
Last night was such a wonderful start to the BABEL season! Sandra Cisneros captivated all of us with her honesty, her humor and her effortlessly beautiful storytelling.
We closed out season twelve (August 31, 2024) of the Silo City Reading Series with some collective magic. It was beyond special to experience it all. Thanks to everyone who was able to join us!
On July 27, 2024 the Silo City Reading Series returned with readings from poets Michael McGriff and Cindy Juyoung Ok, a dreamy musical performance by Sun June, and a number of installations and projections by artist and visual storyteller Ariel Aberg-Riger. It was an unforgettable night full of poetry, music, and art.
The Silo City Reading Series returned on June 15, 2024 for its 12th season. Thanks to everyone who made it down to the silos!
What a beautiful ending to a great season. Thank you Kiese Laymon for your warmth, your vulnerability, your humor, and your incredible work. Thank you to our audience, both at Kleinhans and at home—the magic of BABEL is because of all of you.
On April 2nd, 2024, Just Buffalo Literary Center presented readings from writers Brenda Iijima, Janice Lee, & Robin Lee Jordan.
On March 21, 2024, Just Buffalo Literary Center welcomed best-selling author John Irving to BABEL. Mr. Irving shared multiple excerpts from his forthcoming novel tentatively titled, Queen Esther. He shared more about the book than we think he wanted to. Thank you to everyone who joined us which created the atmosphere for a remarkable evening.
On Friday, February 23, 2024, Just Buffalo Literary Center presented readings from poets Tracy Fuad, Spencer Williams, and Julianne Neely.