Hang out with Water Street Writers for a night of literature and community

Posted January 16, 2024 6:01 pm

Submitted by Water Street Writers

On Feb. 4, Water Street Writers will feature readings from the following writers, clockwise, from upper left, Vince Vieceli, Heather Zenaty, John Grenier and Chris Gerrib. Courtesy of Water Street Writers

On Sunday, Feb. 4, Water Street Writers will be featuring the talents of Heather Zenaty, Chris Gerrib, Vince Vieceli, and John Grenier in a night of literature and community.

Doors open at 5 p.m., with the show starting at 5:30 p.m. at Water Street Studios, 160 S. Water St. in Batavia. There is $5 suggested donation. All proceeds go to the readers.

In addition to fine literary entertainment, you may purchase signed copies of the authors’ books. Refreshments will be available from Water Street Studios bar.

The event will be hosted by Eric Bodwell and recorded podcast-style by Kevin Moriarty. The whole thing is put together by Cathy Borders.

Experience Water Street Writers four Sundays a year in the fully accessible, main art gallery at Water Street Studios. For more information, or any questions, contact Cathy at info@rolreadlocal.com.

To learn more, including submission guidelines, visit rolreadlocal.com/water-street-writers/.

Water Street Studios has graciously donated their gallery for Water Street Writers’ use. Consider becoming a member of the arts center to support their programming, or check out their variety of events and classes.

Submit to become a featured reader at waterstreetwriters@rolreadlocal.com.

Submissions are always open. The next upcoming events will be in May and August. All submissions are kept on file, so even though you may not be chosen right away, they may be holding onto your piece because it's a better fit for another event.

Water Street Waters is sponsored by The Republic of Letters, a new online hub for all things local lit in the Fox Valley.

Check out their list of resources for things like writing groups, indie bookstores, classes, and any open mics around town. If you'd like to add something, email info@rolreadlocal.com. They also offer marketing opportunities and different ways to get your work out there, such as their new Local Author Directory and Holiday Catalogue.

On Feb. 4, Water Street Writers will feature readings from the following writers, clockwise from upper left, Chris Gerrib, John Grenier, Heather Zenaty, and Vince Vieceli. Courtesy of Water Street Writers

On Feb. 4, Water Street Writers will feature readings from the following writers, from left, Chris Gerrib, John Grenier, Vince Vieceli, and Heather Zenaty. Courtesy of Water Street Writers

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