Literary Arts

provided by Writers & Books Inc

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Writers & Books

740 University Avenue
Rochester NY 14607
Main:
315-719-7262
Main:
585-473-2590
Main:
585-473-2590
Hours:
W,F,SA 11:00AM-5:00PM.
TH 3:00PM-8:00PM.
Disabilities Access:

Accessible parking space, elevator, and bathroom.

Email:
office​@wab.org

* Offers workshops, classes on writing, reading and publishing for all ages, includng a calendar of public programming: 
  • Rochester Reads, a community-wide one-book initiative. 
  • SummerWrite, a reading and writing camp annually serving youth K-12. 
  • Visiting authors reading series. 
  • Year-round writing workshops for adults. 
  • Book clubs. 
  • Quiet writing spaces. 
* Operates Ampersand Books, an independent bookstore, at its Neighborhood of the Arts headquarters. 

* Owns and operates Gell: A Finger Lakes Creative Retreat, a 24-acre site in Naples, NY.

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Eligibility: Children to Adults.
Summer day camp: Ages 6-18.

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

 

Writers & Books provides workshops, classes and retreats focused on writing, reading and publishing for all ages.