Local author proposes 250-word community stories project for the 250th
Summary
Celestiano Barros, a Puerto Rican author based in Middletown, proposed a community literary project of short stories, readings and workshops tied to the 250th; he suggested a 250-word constraint for contributions and proposed venues such as Russell Library or Wesleyan.
Celestiano Barros (speaker 6), who identified himself as a Puerto Rican author and former fifth-grade teacher based in Middletown, proposed a community literary project centered on short, accessible storytelling. Barros said he would pair short readings with guided writing workshops and a public showcase that explores Middletown’s past, present and future and engages all ages.
Barros noted that some stories in his collection mention Middletown specifically and proposed asking participants to write 250-word pieces to reflect the city’s semi-quincentennial theme. He suggested venues including the community center and Russell Library and said Wesleyan would be his preferred site if arrangements could be made. “I’m thinking short, accessible storytelling with readings, workshops, and a public showcase,” Barros said.
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