Teen Workshops
Join us for activities where you can share your writing, play games with friends, and learn from guest writers! Scroll down to view programs and register.
For grades 6-12. Scholarships are available for all programs. Programs take place at Lake Erie Ink’s Taylor Road location unless otherwise noted.
Registration for 2025 Winter & Spring programs is open!
Face the College Essay Workshops
Work with our skilled teaching artists to master the common app essay and create powerful personal narratives.
College Essay workshops are free. All sessions take place at Lake Erie Ink.
Spring 2025 Dates:
Wednesday | February 12 | 6:30-8pm
Note: The Jan 22nd & Feb 1st workshops are cancelled.
Weekend Ink
Playwriting | @ Dobama Theater | February 1st | 1:30-3pm | 5th-12th grades | $10
Join Lake Erie Ink and Dobama Theater to explore specific techniques from professional playwright Luke Brett, learn about the Marilyn Bianchi Kids’ Playwriting Festival, and begin the process of writing your own original plays!
Kids’ Comic Con | @ the Pivot Center | March 7-8
More info about Comic Con here.
Teen Symposium | @ CSU’s Mather Mansion | May 3 | 11:30-3pm | 6th-12th grades | $10
Join Lake Erie Ink to meet and learn from local writers! This year’s event will feature a meet and greet with the writers, a panel, and workshops led by the writers. Lunch will be provided.
Open Mic @ LEI | Apr 25 | 6:30-8pm | all ages | FREE
Join us at Lake Erie Ink for an Open Mic celebrating National Poetry Month. Work on your piece and perform for others!
Evening Ink
Dungeons & Dragons: Story Games
Mondays | 6-8pm | Feb 24-Mar 31 | 4th-8th grade
Wednesdays | 4-6pm | Feb 19-Mar 26 | 4th-8th grade
Fridays | 4-6pm | Feb 21-Apr 4 | 4th-8th grade
$10 registration fee
Participants will create their own character and epic tale that will guide them through the story game.
Please Note: The Friday session is now full.
Writers’ Club | VIRTUAL | Wednesdays | Feb 19-Mar 26 | 6:30-8pm | 5th-12th grades
$10 registration fee
Whether you’re a budding novelist, a poet, or just love to express yourself through words, this club is the perfect place for you! Engage in fun writing prompts, share your work, receive feedback, and connect with fellow writers. All skill levels are welcome! Find your unique voice in a supportive community.
Have You Heard? Teen Podcasting Workshop | @ Lee Rd. Library | Mondays & Wednesdays | Feb 17-Apr 2 | 6-8pm | 9th-12th grades | FREE
In this workshop, participants will learn the art of podcasting through engaging storytelling, in-depth interviews, and fun voice-over techniques. Whether you’re passionate about sharing stories, highlighting important issues, or simply want to learn creative skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you!