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 Writing Center Fall 2022

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 4:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m. | FREE

Unless noted in the description, all JBWC youth workshops are currently hybrid (held in-person & virtually via Zoom), aimed at young writers aged 12–18, and limited to 10 participants.

*ACCESSIBILITY NOTE: Writers are welcome to participate with OR without video and audio during any of our virtual sessions. If you have any questions/issues accessing any of these opportunities, please let us know and we will work with you to make sure you can participate.

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.

At this time, all January workshops will be conducted virtually only through February. Stay tuned for more updates regarding our continued commitment to the safety of our attendees and staff. (Tuesday, February 8, 2022)

March 2023
April 2023
Just Buffalo Writing Center 2023

Open Hours

Come be a part of our community of writers & artists at Open Hours! Write, read, share your creations, or receive feedback and support in a cozy & welcoming space. Whether you want to curl up with a book from our new lending library or try your hand at one of our featured writing prompts—JBWC Open Hours are here for you. ...
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Open Mic Just Buffalo Writing Center April 13, 2023

Open Mic (in-person)

Just Buffalo Writing Center invites all young writers & artists (ages 12-18) to join us for the JBWC Open Mic! Held every other month, this open mic is especially for wordy creators: poets/spoken word artists, storytellers, playwrights, comic artists, orators, and songwriters. All artforms are welcome. Come to perform or to simply be inspired by your talented peers. ...
Thursday, April 13, 2023
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Just Buffalo Writing Center 2023

Open Hours

Come be a part of our community of writers & artists at Open Hours! Write, read, share your creations, or receive feedback and support in a cozy & welcoming space. Whether you want to curl up with a book from our new lending library or try your hand at one of our featured writing prompts—JBWC Open Hours are here for you. ...
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
  • Just Buffalo Literary Center
Let's Make A Zine with Rachel Shelton of Mirabo Press

Let’s Make a Zine Together w/ Rachel Shelton of Mirabo Press (in-person)

During this workshop, Rachel Shelton of Mirabo Press will teach us zine & print-making techniques that we’ll use to make a zine together! This zine will pay homage to our concepts of home, the plants that surround us, and will draw inspiration from the poet Emily Dickinson’s process of writing on envelope scraps. BYOLAE! (Bring Your Own Leaves And Envelopes!) If you want. Or we’ll have some on hand for you to use. ...
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Lit Mag Round Table 2023

Lit Mag Round Table (in-person)

A round table discussion on the production, design, and systems involved in publishing a literary magazine. Participants will learn tips and tricks from local and national publishers and editors on how to create a beautifully designed and sustainable lit mag based on any funding stream. ...
Thursday, April 20, 2023
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Just Buffalo Writing Center 2023

Open Hours

Come be a part of our community of writers & artists at Open Hours! Write, read, share your creations, or receive feedback and support in a cozy & welcoming space. Whether you want to curl up with a book from our new lending library or try your hand at one of our featured writing prompts—JBWC Open Hours are here for you. ...
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
  • Just Buffalo Literary Center
May 2023
Just Buffalo Writing Center 2023

Open Hours

Come be a part of our community of writers & artists at Open Hours! Write, read, share your creations, or receive feedback and support in a cozy & welcoming space. Whether you want to curl up with a book from our new lending library or try your hand at one of our featured writing prompts—JBWC Open Hours are here for you. ...
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
  • Just Buffalo Literary Center
JBWC 2023 Youth Fellows Workshop

JBWC Youth Fellowship Workshop w/ 2022 Fellows Angelina Tang & Liam Cobb (hybrid)

Curious about the JBWC Youth Fellowship? During this workshop, we’ll meet with last year’s fellows, Angelina & Liam, to hear about their projects and fellowship experiences. We’ll write inspired by prompts the Fellows provide, and invite you to start brainstorming your own imagined fellowship project! ...
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Just Buffalo Writing Center 2023

Open Hours

Come be a part of our community of writers & artists at Open Hours! Write, read, share your creations, or receive feedback and support in a cozy & welcoming space. Whether you want to curl up with a book from our new lending library or try your hand at one of our featured writing prompts—JBWC Open Hours are here for you. ...
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
  • Just Buffalo Literary Center
Just Buffalo Writing Center 2023

Open Hours

Come be a part of our community of writers & artists at Open Hours! Write, read, share your creations, or receive feedback and support in a cozy & welcoming space. Whether you want to curl up with a book from our new lending library or try your hand at one of our featured writing prompts—JBWC Open Hours are here for you. ...
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
  • Just Buffalo Literary Center
Just Buffalo Writing Center 2023

Open Hours

Come be a part of our community of writers & artists at Open Hours! Write, read, share your creations, or receive feedback and support in a cozy & welcoming space. Whether you want to curl up with a book from our new lending library or try your hand at one of our featured writing prompts—JBWC Open Hours are here for you. ...
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
  • Just Buffalo Literary Center
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Where?

Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor
Buffalo, NY 14203

When?

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 4:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m.

Who?

All workshops are FREE, aimed at young writers aged 12–18, and limited to 10 participants.

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.