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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01 Sep

Posted at 10:00h in JB History, Literary Events, Silo City Reading Series
We closed out season twelve (August 31, 2024) of the Silo City Reading Series with some collective magic. Readings by Megan Fernandes + 2024 Just Buffalo Poetry Fellow Diana Cao, music by DJ B-cutz + Dayatra Amber, roller skating by Mandela Huff + Drew Huff (unrelated), photography by DJ Carr + Mandela Huff, cyanotype tapestries by Aye Min Thant, tufting rugs by Drew Huff, and projections by Colton Wright.

28 Jul

Posted at 11:15h in JB History, Literary Events, Silo City Reading Series
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. Big thanks to everyone who came out to support art in Buffalo.

16 Jun

Posted at 09:28h in JB History, Literary Events, Silo City Reading Series
The Silo City Reading Series returned on June 15, 2024 for it's 12th season. There was a memorable reading and performance given by poet & cultural theorist Fred Moten and double bassist Brandon Lopez. Poet Christina Vega-Westhoff started off the evening with a moving reading of her work. Artist Bree Gilliam showcased her work on the concrete walls of the silos. Thanks to everyone who made it down to the silos.

01 May

Posted at 09:00h in

Join us for the season finale of the 2024 SILO CITY READING SERIES

readings from Megan Fernandes & 2024 JB Poetry Fellow, Diana Cao
a musical performance by DJ B-Cutz & Dayatra Amber
& an art installation curated by Barrett Gordon, in collaboration with DJ Carr, Mandela Huff, Drew Huff (unrelated), and Aye Thant; paired with a rollerskating performance.

TICKETS ON SALE MONDAY, JULY 29, 2024 @ 9:00 A.M.