News & Upcoming Events
Featured News
Our December 2024 Teacher of the Month is Radka Pulliam
Featured News
Our December 2024 Volunteer of the Month is Michael Tobriner
Latest News
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The Armada of Golden Dreams Window Reception
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Meet this fall’s young writers
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Artists’ Television Access presents “Your Store” featuring 826 Valencia!
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Slalom donates to 826
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Get ready for Personal Statement Weekend 2013
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826 wins the first-ever Library of Congress American Literacy Award
Upcoming Events
Wondrous Wordsmiths (Ages 11-13)
January 26 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm PST
Middle School
This spring, we are offering middle school students the opportunity to strengthen their writing skills while exploring their identity and voice. During this six-week workshop, students will use writing for self-exploration and advocacy, culminating in a class publication.The Sea & Me (Ages 8-11)
January 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm PST
Elementary
Come join us for a nautical writing adventure on the high seas! The workshop will begin with an OPTIONAL trip to San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, where you will tour the 1886 sailing vessel, Balclutha, and other historic ships. Learn about the work sailors did in the olden days, what they ate, and how they passed the time on long voyages. You will also attend a singalong and hear how sailors used music to help them with their work. During the second two sessions, you will craft stories, sea songs, poems or letters, incorporating the sites and sounds of the sea. Students will read their writing aloud for family and friends at 826 Valencia on Sunday, February 9th.Wondrous Wordsmiths (Ages 11-13)
February 2 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm PST
Middle School
This spring, we are offering middle school students the opportunity to strengthen their writing skills while exploring their identity and voice. During this six-week workshop, students will use writing for self-exploration and advocacy, culminating in a class publication.The Sea & Me (Ages 8-11)
February 2 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm PST
Elementary
Come join us for a nautical writing adventure on the high seas! The workshop will begin with an OPTIONAL trip to San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, where you will tour the 1886 sailing vessel, Balclutha, and other historic ships. Learn about the work sailors did in the olden days, what they ate, and how they passed the time on long voyages. You will also attend a singalong and hear how sailors used music to help them with their work. During the second two sessions, you will craft stories, sea songs, poems or letters, incorporating the sites and sounds of the sea. Students will read their writing aloud for family and friends at 826 Valencia on Sunday, February 9th.Adventurous Authors (Ages 8-11)
February 5 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm PST
Elementary
Explore different genres and styles of writing! Be a published writer!Wondrous Wordsmiths (Ages 11-13)
February 9 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm PST
Middle School
This spring, we are offering middle school students the opportunity to strengthen their writing skills while exploring their identity and voice. During this six-week workshop, students will use writing for self-exploration and advocacy, culminating in a class publication.The Sea & Me (Ages 8-11)
February 9 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm PST
Elementary
Come join us for a nautical writing adventure on the high seas! The workshop will begin with an OPTIONAL trip to San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, where you will tour the 1886 sailing vessel, Balclutha, and other historic ships. Learn about the work sailors did in the olden days, what they ate, and how they passed the time on long voyages. You will also attend a singalong and hear how sailors used music to help them with their work. During the second two sessions, you will craft stories, sea songs, poems or letters, incorporating the sites and sounds of the sea. Students will read their writing aloud for family and friends at 826 Valencia on Sunday, February 9th.Adventurous Authors (Ages 8-11)
February 12 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm PST
Elementary
Explore different genres and styles of writing! Be a published writer!Adventurous Authors (Ages 8-11)
February 19 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm PST
Elementary
Explore different genres and styles of writing! Be a published writer!Wondrous Wordsmiths (Ages 11-13)
February 23 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm PST
Middle School
This spring, we are offering middle school students the opportunity to strengthen their writing skills while exploring their identity and voice. During this six-week workshop, students will use writing for self-exploration and advocacy, culminating in a class publication.Writing & Publishing Apprentices(Ages 13-18)
February 24 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm PST
Elementary
Try a college-style workshopping class! Be a published writer!Adventurous Authors (Ages 8-11)
February 26 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm PST
Elementary
Explore different genres and styles of writing! Be a published writer!