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Come Show Us You Care on United Way’s Day of Caring

Sara WilsonSep 11, 20231 min read
The logo for the Day of Caring event. The event begins October 21st, 2023, at 8am in the Jackie Robinson Training Complex. The flyer reads "This one-day volunteer event is unlike any other in Indian River County! Each you, countless volunteers roll up their sleeves and work together to make a difference in our community. Whether you're a community organization with a project that needs doing or a volunteer ready to get to work, Day of Caring is for you!"

Hundreds of Indian River County residents will be out on Saturday, Oct 21 volunteering to make our community a better place. We’d love to have…

EEEEEEK! This Teen Writers Workshop is not for the fainthearted

Sara WilsonSep 11, 20231 min read
A poster advertising the foundation's Teen Writer's Worshop and its latest Halloween event; Suspense in Short Story Writing. The poster advertised the event for October 14th, 2023.

How do build tension so that when you finally spring your literary trap your readers can’t help but scream out loud? Racquel Henry, author of…

2023-2024 Teen Writing Workshop Kick-Off

Sara WilsonAug 16, 20231 min read
2023-2024 Teen Writing Workshop Kick-Off

We’ll help you get into the college of your dreams. No charge to register! Note: You must pre-register for this event. We have a season…

Important Schedule Updates

Sara WilsonMay 31, 20231 min read
The summer season office hours for the LRJF's writing center. The center is open Monday through Thursday, 10am to 3pm, during summertime.

The Historic Home is now closed for the 2023 Hurricane Season and will reopen in November. Our office/Writing Center downtown also has changed hours through…

12th Annual Poetry & BBQ Highlights

Sara WilsonMay 12, 20231 min read
A group photo of all four special guests who presented poetry for the LRJF's 12th annual Poetry Reading and Barbecue event.

Jim May, Chelsea Rathburn, David Kirby, and Barbara Hamby visit Laura’s house after the 12th Annual Poetry & BBQ, April 22, 2023 ‘Tying the Knot:…

Tickets and Sponsorship Now Available!

Sara WilsonMay 12, 20231 min read
A flyer advertising the LRJF's special event featuring former US Poet Laureate Billy Collins, held on November 2nd, 2023. The event is titled "Adventures in Poetry". The events were hosted at Quail Valley River Club, and the Community Church of Vero Beach.

We’re bringing Billy Collins to Vero Beach in November. You don’t want to miss this!