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Redbud Class Reading (August-September 2026)

  • Redbud Writing Project HQ 230 Fayetteville Street Raleigh NC 27601 United States (map)

Join us for an evening of celebration, literature, and community! Drinks, snacks, and fun! Free and open to all!

One of Redbud’s most beloved traditions is our class readings. At the end of every round of our six-week classes, students from all of the classes that round gather and share excerpts of their work. Family and friends are welcome and the event is always free and open to the public.

What makes our class readings so special?

  • The audience is always supportive and enthusiastic. We’ve seen cheers, hugs, and (happy) tears.

  • Many readers are sharing their work for the first time—a huge step for any writer.

  • The readings are as diverse as they are memorable: students are sharing excerpts from novels-in-progress; experimental short stories; memoirs; and poetry. It is such a joy to see the hard work, talent, and originality of the Redbud community.

  • It’s a chance to meet other local writers who are as passionate about creativity and self-expression as you are.

  • Snacks and wine! Need we say more? :)

(Please note: As we don't know the content of the excerpts, this is not a guaranteed child-friendly event in that sensitive topics such as sex, violence, and strong language may be used.)