The Writing Centre at Elizabeth’s
a place where writers and readers gather and learn.
The Writing Centre at Elizabeth’s is a space for NE Ohio’s storytellers, journalers, poets, and curious minds to gather, learn, and grow. Through workshops, readings, and community events, we celebrate the power of writing to connect and transform.
Everything we offer centers the voices and work of marginalized writers, teachers, and thinkers—those whose stories have too often been overlooked or pushed aside.
We believe writing is a way to reclaim space, build community, and imagine more just futures. And we’re here to support that work, one word at a time.
Writing Centre Programs
Poetry Workshop
We’re committed to keeping writing accessible. That’s why Elizabeth’s offers free, drop-in workshops every Saturday at 11am at The Well CDC. Join a friendly group of writers to dedicate time to write and connect
11AM-12PM | Every Saturday
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No registration required
Keep Workshops Accessible
Support the literary arts in Akron by helping us keep our Writing Centre workshops accessible to all. Many of our workshops are free, and if you're able, we invite you to contribute any amount to sustain and grow our bookstore and writing community.
Poetry in the New Year
Start 2024 fresh with a workshop designed to help you develop a writing practice that will nurture your creativity throughout the year
11AM-12PM | January 13, 2024
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Black-out Poetry
Learn about the art of Black-out Poetry and read examples of how poets use this technique. Plus, create your own Black-out Poems.
11AM-12PM | April 13, 2024
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Past Events
Explore your creativity with an interactive collaging workshop. Learn tools and tricks for accessing your intuition and imagination. Then, scour magazines and paper scraps to add to your own collage.
Collage & Creativity
11AM-12PM | June 8, 2024
Elizabeth’s Bookshop & Writing Centre
Afrofuturism: An Introduction
Join Isaiah Hunt for an informative introduction to Afrofuturism. Learn the history of Afrofuturism, examples in media, and its impact on culture.
11AM-12PM | February 10, 2024
Elizabeth’s Bookshop & Writing Centre
Project Proposals for Writers
Enhance your applications for opportunities such as residencies and grants with insights from arts administrator Pita Brooks, Executive Director of Akron Soul Train, and Meryl Engler, Programming and Exhibitions Coordinator.
11AM-12PM | May 11, 2024
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Writing & Grief
Poetry is often one of those things that brings to the surface complicated feelings Explore the ways in which poetry can help name the uncomfortable and unexpected parts of grief and allow us to process those feelings in a safe space.
11AM-12PM | July 13, 2024
Elizabeth’s Bookshop & Writing Centre
Black Out Poetry
Back by popular demand!
Learn about the art of black out poetry and read examples of how poets use this technique. Plus, create your own black out poems.
11AM-12PM | August 10, 2024
Elizabeth’s Bookshop & Writing Centre
Collage & Creativity
Explore your creativity with an interactive collaging workshop. Learn tools and tricks for accessing your intuition and imagination. Then, scour magazines and paper scraps to add to your own collage.
11AM-12PM | September 14, 2024
Elizabeth’s Bookshop & Writing Centre
4-Week Writing Workshops
Join us for an inspiring series of expertly facilitated writing workshops— welcoming writers of all levels to learn, grow, and connect with other writers through powerful works by marginalized authors!
Intro to Tarot
Explore storytelling through the lens of tarot. Bookseller Kira will discuss methods for reading tarot and finding meaning in the cards, as well as implementation of tarot as a daily practice.
11AM-12PM | October 12, 2024
Elizabeth’s Bookshop & Writing Centre
