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We look forward to seeing you at one of our next events!
Interested in volunteering with us? Click below to learn how and register for an upcoming New Volunteer Orientation.
15
Apr

New Volunteer Orientation April 15

We are so excited to have you join us as an 826CHI volunteer! Volunteers are a vital part of our student writing programs, and we are always looking for more to join the team! This orientation will be taking place at our Wicker Park Writing Lab at 1276 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, 10.30am-12.30pm. We can't wait to see you!

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19
Apr

New Volunteer Orientation April 19

We are so excited to have you join us as an 826CHI volunteer! Volunteers are a vital part of our student writing programs, and we are always looking for more to join the team! This orientation will be taking place at our Wicker Park Writing Lab at 1276 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, 6pm-8pm. We can't wait to see you!

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29
Apr

Teacher Series #2

Session 2: Make and Take (DIY Student Publishing in the Classroom)

Apr 29th, 10am-12pm

This session gives teachers tangible, ready to use publishing techniques to take back to the classroom. We'll help students build confidence in themselves as they create their own publications.

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06
May

New Volunteer Orientation May 6

We are so excited to have you join us as an 826CHI volunteer! Volunteers are a vital part of our student writing programs, and we are always looking for more to join the team! This orientation will be taking place at our Wicker Park Writing Lab at 1276 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, 10.30am-12.30pm. We can't wait to see you!

sign up here
10
May

New Volunteer Orientation May 10

We are so excited to have you join us as an 826CHI volunteer! Volunteers are a vital part of our student writing programs, and we are always looking for more to join the team! This orientation will be taking place at our Wicker Park Writing Lab at 1276 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, 6.30pm. We can't wait to see you!

sign up here
20
May

Teacher Series #3

Session 3: Bringing Stories to Life (Performing Student Writing)

May 20th, 10am-12pm

Our final session will deliver a variety of resources to guide students as they share their writing with their peers and families.  

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26
Jun

WordLab Camp

June 26th-June 29th (Mon – Thu) 

9:30am – 3pm 

(For students grades 2-6)

Word Lab students will practice auditory, oral, and written language skills through creating imaginary worlds, fantastic characters, and more! A typical day involves reading aloud a picture book, asking questions, learning basic watercolor techniques, sharing artwork, writing stories inspired by artwork and playing games.

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10
Jul

Theater and Playwriting Camp

July 10th-20th (Mon - Thu)

2 weeks

9:30am-3pm

(For students grades 2-6)

Students in Theater and Playwriting camp will learn to write a script and perform an original play. This 2 week camp takes place in our writing lab in Wicker Park. Students will spend lots of time outdoors and engaged in a variety of activities to spark creativity and expression.

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24
Jul

Eat Your Words Camp

July 24th - 27th

1 week

9:30am - 3pm

(For students grade 5-8)

Join a team of top chefs and other young food experts to develop your writing skills and your taste buds! Students will learn how to write food reviews, taste the best this city has to offer, and create writing that will be read by foodies and chefs all over Chicago.

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31
Jul

High School Writing Camp

July 31st - Aug 10th

2 weeks

9:30am-3pm

Learn from a team of professional poets and writers, sample a variety of writing styles, find your voice, and reflect on what kind of writer you want to be! Students will have the opportunity to share their work with a live audience, and their creative work will be published.

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