Our Response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak

As a precaution to help limit the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and care for our community, Just Buffalo Literary Center has postponed a number of events, and we will follow the guidance of Buffalo Public Schools in terms of Just Buffalo Writing Center programming.

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Youth Writing Workshops & Events

Just Buffalo’s Writing Center (JBWC) is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-6:00pm during the school year.

  • FREE for young writers ages 12-18!
  • In-person attendance is limited to 15 participants. Simply drop in or register for upcoming events listed below to secure your spot.

Want to attend virtually?

  • Join us on Zoom for hybrid & virtual workshops.
  • Register for a virtual feedback session to get writing support during Drop-in Hours.

First time to a JBWC youth writing workshop? Be sure to fill out these forms before you attend!

April 2024
JBWC Drop-In Hours - Youth Writing Workshop - Winter Spring 2024 - Just Buffalo Literary Center

JBWC Drop-In Hours

At Drop-in Hours, you’ll find writing support, prompts, typewriters, reading recommendations, access to our unique library, publication opportunities, and good snacks.
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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May 2024
JBWC Read-In - May 2 2024 - Youth Writing Workshop - Just Buffalo Literary Center

JBWC Read-In

We’re having a JBWC Read-in! We’ll set out publications by JBWC writers, alum, and teaching artists, and spend most of the time simply reading.
Thursday, May 2, 2024
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Free
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JBWC Drop-In Hours - Youth Writing Workshop - Winter Spring 2024 - Just Buffalo Literary Center

JBWC Drop-In Hours

At Drop-in Hours, you’ll find writing support, prompts, typewriters, reading recommendations, access to our unique library, publication opportunities, and good snacks.
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Generation Gaps - May 9 2024 - Youth Writing Workshop - Just Buffalo Literary Center

Generation Gaps with Will Walawender

We will play at being parents, grandparents, and children all at once, experimenting with personas and points of view to explore the connections and disconnections between the young and old, our ancestors and those yet to be born.
Thursday, May 9, 2024
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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JBWC Drop-In Hours - Youth Writing Workshop - Winter Spring 2024 - Just Buffalo Literary Center

JBWC Drop-In Hours

At Drop-in Hours, you’ll find writing support, prompts, typewriters, reading recommendations, access to our unique library, publication opportunities, and good snacks.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Racial Healing Circle - My 21 2024 - Civil Writes Project - Just Buffalo Literary Center

Racial Healing Circle

Join National Federation for Just Communities for a racial healing circle in connection to Kiese Laymon’s book Heavy and his recent BABEL visit.
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
4:30 pm - 5:45 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Free
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JBWC Drop-In Hours - Youth Writing Workshop - Winter Spring 2024 - Just Buffalo Literary Center

JBWC Drop-In Hours

At Drop-in Hours, you’ll find writing support, prompts, typewriters, reading recommendations, access to our unique library, publication opportunities, and good snacks.
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Conversations About Home - May 30 2024 - Youth Writing Workshop - Just Buffalo Literary Center

Conversations About Home

This youth writing workshop looks to explore notions surrounding the idea of home. What is it? How does one come to better understand it within the context of their own respective identities and experiences?
Thursday, May 30, 2024
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Free
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June 2024
JBWC Drop-In Hours - Youth Writing Workshop - Winter Spring 2024 - Just Buffalo Literary Center

JBWC Drop-In Hours

At Drop-in Hours, you’ll find writing support, prompts, typewriters, reading recommendations, access to our unique library, publication opportunities, and good snacks.
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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JBWC Drop-In Hours - Youth Writing Workshop - Winter Spring 2024 - Just Buffalo Literary Center

JBWC Drop-In Hours

At Drop-in Hours, you’ll find writing support, prompts, typewriters, reading recommendations, access to our unique library, publication opportunities, and good snacks.
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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STAY TUNED! JBWC Youth Writing Workshops are returning January 30, 2024!

Where?

Virtual via Zoom
OR
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor
Buffalo, NY 14203
(Look for the typewriter mural!)

When?

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 3:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Youth Writing Workshops begin at 4:30 p.m.

Who?

All youth writing workshops are FREE, aimed at young writers aged 12–18, and limited to 15 in-person participants.

NFTA Metro Info

Train: Lafayette Square Station
Bus: 6, 14, 16, 24, 42, 74, 76

Virtual Writing Feedback: No ZOOM Required

JBWC staff and volunteers would love to read what you’ve been writing.

We can provide feedback, help you brainstorm/troubleshoot, or connect you with writing resources and publishing opportunities. Generally, we offer this through email and Google docs, but we are happy to adjust to fit your needs. To get started, email the Writing Center at jbwc@justbuffalo.org.