Illuminating the darkness through tradition

Illuminating the darkness through tradition

Now accepting submissions for Evelyn Linden Baldwin Youth Creative Writing Contest

Jewish Long Beach is proud to present the 2024 Evelyn Linden Baldwin Creative Writing Contest for students Grades 6 – 12 in the Greater Long Beach area.

Entries should respond to the following passage with a reflective essay, story, or short graphic novel exploring the concept of increasing light in the world.

First and second-place prizes in the amounts of $250 and $100, respectively, will be awarded to outstanding works in the high school and middle school categories. Winners will be notified by November 4. Winners and participants will be recognized at the Creative Writing Awards Ceremony on November 10 as a part of the Long Beach Jewish Arts & Culture Festival

Submission deadline: October 15, 2024 at 5pm

Submit original entries to alpertjcc.org/creative-writing

Contact Dana Schneider-Chanzit at dschnieder@alpertjcc.org for any questions

Prompt:

"Light has long been a powerful symbol in human cultures and traditions For example, light is significant in Jewish tradition Lighting Shabbat or Chanukah candles uses light to represent perseverance and symbolize hope. How does the idea of increasing light intersect with your tradition or values? Write a reflective essay, story, or short graphic novel exploring the concept of increasing light in the world. Consider how individuals may embody this concept through acts of kindness, charity, or spreading knowledge and wisdom."