Wren’s Nest Updates
New Year = New Board Members!
At a small nonprofit like the Nest, our Board of Directors is an integral part of the organization.
A Writing Workshop for Teachers Who Write
Join fellow educators who are also writers for a special workshop at the Wren’s Nest.
Fall Walking Tour Combines West End & the Nest
This fall, join us for a walking tour of our historic neighborhood! We're partnering with Insight Cultural Tourism to offer guided tours of the West End. Admission includes entry to the Nest.
Lillian E. Smith: an In-Depth Review
Join us for an in person discussion about social justice author Lillian E. Smith.
Exhibit: Author Lillian Smith
Exhibit on acclaimed social justice author Lillian Smith opens at The Wren’s Nest from September 7 to October 26. Presented in partnership with: Southern Literary Trail, Mississippi State University Libraries, and the Lillian E. Smith Center at Piedmont University.
New (Old) Atlanta Streets Alive route includes the Nest!
We’re thrilled to announce the Wren’s Nest is on the new route for Atlanta Streets Alive on the southside connecting the West End to Grant Park.
The Wren’s Nest Awarded Bridge Grant from Georgia Council for the Arts
The Wren’s Nest was awarded Bridge Grant funding from Georgia Council for the Arts.
June 22: West End Tour of Homes & Gardens
Stroll through some of the most beautiful and historic homes in this vibrant and thriving neighborhood, including The Wren’s Nest!
June 28 & July 26: Jazz Matters Concerts
The Wren’s Nest is pleased to welcome Jazz Matters back to our outdoor stage this summer for two Friday night concerts.
June-August: Wren’s Nest Summer Readers Club
A Free Family Friday series featuring storytime, book giveaways, and literacy activities.
Meet the Storyteller: Deborah Strahorn
A spotlight on Wren’s Nest storyteller Deborah Strahorn.
March 17: Tea & Stories - Celebrating Women's History Month
A celebration of Women’s History Month presented by The Wren’s Nest and Kuumba Storytellers of Georgia.
Meet the Storyteller: Gwendolyn J. Napier
A spotlight on Wren’s Nest storyteller Gwendolyn J. Napier.
Meet the Storyteller: Chetter Galloway
A spotlight on Wren’s Nest storyteller Chetter Galloway.
March 23: Scribes Workshop - Make a One-Page Comic!
A creative writing workshop for middle-grade students that will explore the parts of a story, drawing skills, and making comics.
April 13: Scribes Workshop - Exploring Nature Through Ecopoetry
A creative writing workshop for middle-grade students that will explore the beauty of nature through ecopoetry!
May 11: Scribes Workshop - The Hero in YOU
A creative writing workshop for middle-grade students that will explore sci-fi and futuristic writing!
July 8-12: Scribes Summer Camp
We celebrate the successful completion of our first Scribes Summer Camp!