A creative writing place for kids in Cleveland, Ohio

Our Mission

Lake Erie Ink is a not for profit 501(c)3 that provides creative expression opportunities and academic support to youth in the Greater Cleveland community.

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Words Make Waves – Summer Ink registration is open!

Splash into summer with Lake Erie Ink! Check out our returning programs like the Word Gardeners and Young Novelists summer camps, as well as new programs like the Cleveland MetroParks pop-up workshops and Community Write Nights. View a detailed list of summer programs here, or click the button below to register.

Spring Workshops at LEI

It’s not too late to join spring writing workshops! Dungeons and Dragons: Story Games is back for a new campaign! Learn how to create characters and build stories while playing this classic game. The next campaign begins April 10 – choose from Monday, Wednesday, or Friday sessions. Poetry and Pizza, a free workshop […]

Teen Writers’ Symposium Returns May 6th!

Lake Erie Ink’s Teen Writers’ Symposium returns this year! Join us at CSU’s historic Mather Mansion on May 6th to engage with local writers in a variety of genres. The symposium will feature a meet and greet, panel discussion, and workshops for teens in grades 6-12. Keep an eye on the Lake Erie Ink website […]

LEI in the Community

Lake Erie Ink is thrilled to announce that we are partnering with the Cleveland International Film Festival on the film “Dear Thirteen” this spring. Tickets are on sale now! Use discount code INK to purchase tickets for this film or any others during the festival. Join LEI at Playhouse Square on April 1st from 1-2pm for a writing […]

Youth Work Spotlight

Enjoy this piece by Hope from the Creators’ Club. The drawing was inspire by work by Jean-Michel Basquiat. Click away to see LEI anthologies, poetry, comics, and more!

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For Teachers

Professional Development There are so many demands on teachers and students alike, that sometimes creative writing loses its place in the school. Creative writing motivates students because it is personal, relevant and imaginative. Students who have the opportunity to write creatively develop more fluency and confidence as writers. Lake Erie Ink supports writing […]

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For Youth

If you need help with your homework, a creative writing experience, an audience of peers, or a safe place to speak your mind and explore your imagination, Lake Erie Ink has a program for you. Read more about our programs here. Check our calendar for upcoming workshops. Register. Add your name to the mailing list […]