Monday, September 21, 2026 · 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Program Room — 166 Boulder Dr., Fitchburg, MA
…One story at a time. We ALL have childhood memories. When I started writing my memoirs about 10 years ago, I began with my earliest memories as a young child. Once I began to write, I discovered that once I began writing about a certain period in my life, other memories and the people there and then came to mind, or became a little clearer. After writing about going to see the Harlem Globetrotters when I was 12, I remembered other places and events in my hometown. The same is likely to happen with you. Research has shown that writing is good for memory and recall, and problem-solving. Writing about our past helps to solidify memories in our brains. But where do we start? We have many ways to think of the past. I will be bringing various writing resources for you to discuss. We remember our earliest crushes. We remember certain music. We remember our early sports experiences like gym class and little league. We remember our heart being broken. We remember our marriages – and our divorces. We remember our connections between people. We remember our ancestors and their roles in our lives. We remember places. And, much more. In this workshop, every week you will have a chance to…