Literary Arts
thru: Writers & Books Inc
• Offers an admission-free, facilitated drop-in creative writing group for lifelong learners.
• Owns and operates Gell: A Finger Lakes Creative Retreat, a 24-acre site in Naples, NY.
- Rochester Reads, a community-wide one-book initiative.
- Outdoor Poetry Festival at Highland Park.
- SummerWrite, July-August reading and writing camp serving youth K-12.
- Hybrid Visiting authors reading series.
- Virtual Literary Conference every other year.
- Playwriting Competition.
- Education -through-the literary arts in Rochester-based public middle and high schools.
• Owns and operates Gell: A Finger Lakes Creative Retreat, a 24-acre site in Naples, NY.
Cultural Competency
Language Access
Eligibility: Visit website for information.
Application Process: Online.
Required Documentation: None.
Fees: Most events are admission-free. Tuition charged for workshops & youth camps; need-based scholarships available.
Coverage Note: Primarily Monroe County. No one is turned away.
Cultural Competency: Cultural competency, diversity, equity, and inclusion training for staff, Staff reflects population served
Languages: American Sign Language- Staff provides in-person interpreter
This program is offered here:
Writers & Books
740 University Avenue
Rochester NY 14607
Rochester NY 14607
Hours:
W,F,SA 11:00AM-5:00PM.
TH 3:00PM-8:00PM.
TH 3:00PM-8:00PM.
Disabilities Access:
Accessible parking space, elevator, and bathroom.
Email:
Website
Staff
Chris Fanning
Director of Communications, Operations & Special Events
