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SUMMARY:Niles District Library Annual Writing Contest
DESCRIPTION:Niles District Library Annual Writing Contest \nCelebrate creativity and the power of words with our Annual NDL Writing Contest! Writers of all ages and skill levels are invited to submit original work for a chance to gain recognition and win prizes. Whether you enjoy writing short stories or poetry\, this is your opportunity to express yourself through your work. \nWriting categories: Please check one box.   \nYouth (author’s age 8 – 12) \n\nuncheckedStory (up to 5\,000 words)\n\nTeen (author’s age 13 – 17) \n\nuncheckedStory (up to 5\,000 words)\nuncheckedMini Lit (short stories and essays – less than 1\,000 words )\nuncheckedPoetry (less than 1\,000 words)\n\nAdult (author’s age 18+) \n\nuncheckedStory (up to 5\,000 words)\nuncheckedMini Lit (short stories and essays – less than 1\,000 words )\nuncheckedPoetry (less than 1\,000 words)\n\nWriting Contest – Rules & Submission Information \nEntry Period: July 1–31\, 2026 \n\nOne entry per participant. All rights to the story remain the property of the author.\nEntries must be the original work of the participant. Plagiarism will result in disqualification.\nWorks created with AI tools or containing AI-generated content are not considered original and will not be accepted.\nA completed Submission Cover Sheet must accompany each entry.\nThe story title must appear at the top of each page\, and all pages must be numbered.\nThe author’s name must not appear anywhere on the manuscript.\n\nSubmission Options: \n\nDeliver it in person to the Youth Services Desk at the Niles District Library during regular library hours.\nSubmit online at www.nileslibrary.com/writing-contest\n\nWinners Announcement:\nWinners will be announced Monday\, August 17\, 2026\, on the library website and social media channels.
URL:https://nileslibrary.com/single-event/2026-annual-ndl-writing-contest/2026-07-27/
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SUMMARY:Creative Writers Club
DESCRIPTION:Meets Everyother Monday | 6pm – 7:30pm | Community Room | 18+  \nAttention\, authors! Are you looking for a supportive community of fellow writers? Join us every other Monday for the Creative Writers Club! Led by English Professor Joe Coti\, sessions include learning new ideas\, free writing\, and engaging in workshopping. New members are always welcome. \n\n\nNo registration is required.  You do not need a library card to attend this FREE event. \n\nFor more information\, please contact Niles District Library\, at programming@nileslibrary.net or 269.683.8545.
URL:https://nileslibrary.com/single-event/creative-writers-club-10-4/2026-07-27/
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SUMMARY:Evening Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Mondays | 6:30 pm | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities \nEvening Storytime is the perfect way to enjoy a beautiful night together as a family. We will have three themed stories and wiggle songs\, followed by a craft. Feel free to wear your jammies! \nNo registration required. You do not need a library card to attend this FREE event.
URL:https://nileslibrary.com/single-event/evening-storytime-18-3/2026-07-27/
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