Youth Activities

CLSC Young Readers
The CLSC Young Readers Program encourages the enjoyment of good reading. The books have been chosen for their quality, the variety of styles and subjects, and their appeal to young adult readers.

Literary Arts / Contacts


Sherra Babcock Director, Department of Education and Youth Services 716.357.6316
Jordan Steves Lecture Associate 716.357.6376
Education Assistant  Writers' Center, Writers' Festival, CLSC and CLAF membership 716.357.6310
Clara Silverstein  Program Director, Chautauqua Writers' Center
Philip and Jill Gerard Editors, Chautauqua literary journal
Barbara Bumsted Manager, Literary Arts Center at Alumni Hall 716.357.6481 (in-season)
Jeffrey Miller Coordinator, CLSC activities
Peg Snyder Manager, CLSC Veranda 716.357.6293 (in-season)