We’re starting the festival with a bang, featuring readings by wildly imaginative Kevin Wilson and the legendary Mahogany L. Browne. Plus, stay after the readings for a book signing with both authors. This event is free and open to all! See all of the free Kickass events at adirondackcenterforwriting.org/register-kickass
Adirondack writers kick ass too! We’ve selected a line-up of emerging and established authors from across the North Country including Robin Caudell, David Fadden, Marilyn McCabe, Craig Milewski, Curt Stager, Steve Stern, and Matt Witten. Join us in the Cantwell Room at the Saranac Lake Free Library from 2:30-4pm on Saturday, June 6. Learn more … Continue reading Kickass Regional Author Showcase
We already sold out so we’re moving to a bigger venue — the Harrietstown Town Hall. If you’ve read and loved Braiding Sweetgrass, then you have to come to the Kickass Keynote to hear from Robin in person.Join us for the Kickass Keynote on Saturday, June 6, at 5:30 PM at the Harrietstown Town Hall … Continue reading Kickass Keynote with Robin Wall Kimmerer
We’re closing out the 2026 Kickass Writers Festival with a night of stand-up comedy with local favorite Joe Conto opening for Milan Patel. Known for his sharp wit and infectious energy, Milan is guaranteed to end your weekend on a high note. Register for the Comedy Workshop & Comedy Show - $35Buy individual tickets - … Continue reading Kickass Stand-up
The Howl Story Slam is back for its TENTH season! This year, we'll start with the theme “Whats My Line?” Stories of lines crossed, being on the right or wrong side, lifelines, standing in line, line in the sand, lines in a performance, or any kind of line! What’s your Line? Sign up and take … Continue reading Howl Story Slam at Ausable Brewing
The Howl Story Slam is back for its TENTH season! This year, we'll start with the theme “Whats My Line?” Stories of lines crossed, being on the right or wrong side, lifelines, standing in line, line in the sand, lines in a performance, or any kind of line! What’s your Line? Sign up and take … Continue reading Howl Story Slam at the Cranberry Lake North Shore Hub
Publish your own Teen Literary Journal! Young writers will work independently on their pieces and also collaboratively to write, design, and produce a teen literary journal with children’s author and NYSCA 2026 grantee Rebecca Donnelly. Find your voice through experimentation with poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and illustration. Writers will take copies of the journal home … Continue reading Teen Lit Camp for ages 12-16
The Howl Story Slam is back for its TENTH season! Sign up and take the stage to tell a true story in under 5 minutes. Judges (2-3 audience members) score … Continue reading Howl Story Slam at 1844 House
The Howl Story Slam is back for its TENTH season! Sign up and take the stage to tell a true story in under 5 minutes. Judges (2-3 audience members) score … Continue reading Howl Story Slam at the Waterhole
The Howl Story Slam is back for its TENTH season! Sign up and take the stage to tell a true story in under 5 minutes. Judges (2-3 audience members) score … Continue reading Howl Story Slam at Raquette River Brewing
