
Memoir Writing Class - Fall 2026
Develop personal narratives through an eight-week memoir writing course for adults, with Thursday afternoon sessions focused on turning lived experience into compelling creative nonfiction.
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Develop personal stories through an eight-week Thursday writing course focused on memoir craft, reflection, and shaping lived experience into compelling narratives in a supportive library setting.

Develop personal stories through an eight-week Thursday writing course focused on memoir craft, reflection, and shaping lived experience into compelling narratives in a supportive library setting.
Develop personal stories through an eight-week Thursday writing course focused on memoir craft, reflection, and shaping lived experience into compelling narratives in a supportive library setting.

Develop personal storytelling skills in a weekly adult memoir writing class, with eight Thursday sessions devoted to writing and shaping life experiences into memoir.

Develop personal storytelling skills in a weekly adult memoir writing class, with eight Thursday sessions devoted to writing and shaping life experiences into memoir.
Develop personal storytelling skills in a weekly adult memoir writing class, with eight Thursday sessions devoted to writing and shaping life experiences into memoir.

Memoir writing students share personal stories in a public reading at the library. The all-ages gathering offers a welcoming opportunity to listen to emerging personal narratives and connect through storytelling.

Memoir writing students share personal stories in a public reading at the library. The all-ages gathering offers a welcoming opportunity to listen to emerging personal narratives and connect through storytelling.
Memoir writing students share personal stories in a public reading at the library. The all-ages gathering offers a welcoming opportunity to listen to emerging personal narratives and connect through storytelling.

Hands-on memoir writing session built around personal storytelling, memory prompts, and craft techniques for shaping lived experience into scenes and narrative arcs. Supportive, community-focused workshop in an intimate listening-room setting.

Hands-on memoir writing session built around personal storytelling, memory prompts, and craft techniques for shaping lived experience into scenes and narrative arcs. Supportive, community-focused workshop in an intimate listening-room setting.
Hands-on memoir writing session built around personal storytelling, memory prompts, and craft techniques for shaping lived experience into scenes and narrative arcs. Supportive, community-focused workshop in an intimate listening-room setting.

Practice hand quilting in a relaxed adult craft session with light instruction and guidance. Explore a traditional textile technique while making time for creativity and hands-on learning.

Practice hand quilting in a relaxed adult craft session with light instruction and guidance. Explore a traditional textile technique while making time for creativity and hands-on learning.
Practice hand quilting in a relaxed adult craft session with light instruction and guidance. Explore a traditional textile technique while making time for creativity and hands-on learning.

Explore personal storytelling through prompts to write or record life stories in a therapist guided, four week series. No writing or storytelling experience is needed; adults are welcome.

Explore personal storytelling through prompts to write or record life stories in a therapist guided, four week series. No writing or storytelling experience is needed; adults are welcome.
Explore personal storytelling through prompts to write or record life stories in a therapist guided, four week series. No writing or storytelling experience is needed; adults are welcome.

Adult genealogy enthusiasts watch a recorded learning session on DNA for Native American genealogy, then discuss research methods and family history in a monthly library meetup.

Adult genealogy enthusiasts watch a recorded learning session on DNA for Native American genealogy, then discuss research methods and family history in a monthly library meetup.
Adult genealogy enthusiasts watch a recorded learning session on DNA for Native American genealogy, then discuss research methods and family history in a monthly library meetup.

Roll and shape colorful paper strips into fall-themed designs during a relaxed, lightly guided craft session. Designed for adults, this hands-on workshop welcomes creative exploration; registration is required.

Roll and shape colorful paper strips into fall-themed designs during a relaxed, lightly guided craft session. Designed for adults, this hands-on workshop welcomes creative exploration; registration is required.
Roll and shape colorful paper strips into fall-themed designs during a relaxed, lightly guided craft session. Designed for adults, this hands-on workshop welcomes creative exploration; registration is required.

Monthly creative writing sessions bring middle and high school students together to develop stories, share original work, exchange peer feedback, and connect with fellow young writers.

Monthly creative writing sessions bring middle and high school students together to develop stories, share original work, exchange peer feedback, and connect with fellow young writers.
Monthly creative writing sessions bring middle and high school students together to develop stories, share original work, exchange peer feedback, and connect with fellow young writers.

Bring worn socks, sweaters, torn jeans, or other items for casual, hands-on mending guidance. Learn practical repair skills, extend the life of favorite belongings, and help keep textiles out of landfills.

Bring worn socks, sweaters, torn jeans, or other items for casual, hands-on mending guidance. Learn practical repair skills, extend the life of favorite belongings, and help keep textiles out of landfills.
Bring worn socks, sweaters, torn jeans, or other items for casual, hands-on mending guidance. Learn practical repair skills, extend the life of favorite belongings, and help keep textiles out of landfills.

Monthly peer workshop for writers across all genres, bringing drafts and fresh ideas for constructive critique and encouragement. A community-centered circle focused on improving craft, accountability, and creative momentum.

Monthly peer workshop for writers across all genres, bringing drafts and fresh ideas for constructive critique and encouragement. A community-centered circle focused on improving craft, accountability, and creative momentum.
Monthly peer workshop for writers across all genres, bringing drafts and fresh ideas for constructive critique and encouragement. A community-centered circle focused on improving craft, accountability, and creative momentum.

Explore personal history through a four week series of guided writing or audio storytelling prompts led by a licensed therapist. Reflective, beginner friendly sessions invite adults to shape and share meaningful life stories.

Explore personal history through a four week series of guided writing or audio storytelling prompts led by a licensed therapist. Reflective, beginner friendly sessions invite adults to shape and share meaningful life stories.
Explore personal history through a four week series of guided writing or audio storytelling prompts led by a licensed therapist. Reflective, beginner friendly sessions invite adults to shape and share meaningful life stories.

Little ones explore stories, songs, movement, and hands-on activities in age-tailored sessions for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. The library program supports early literacy and joyful learning for young children.

Little ones explore stories, songs, movement, and hands-on activities in age-tailored sessions for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. The library program supports early literacy and joyful learning for young children.
Little ones explore stories, songs, movement, and hands-on activities in age-tailored sessions for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. The library program supports early literacy and joyful learning for young children.

A staff-led, behind-the-scenes walk through the library with insider tips on services, spaces, and hidden resources. Ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons looking to navigate catalogs, programs, and perks more effectively.

A staff-led, behind-the-scenes walk through the library with insider tips on services, spaces, and hidden resources. Ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons looking to navigate catalogs, programs, and perks more effectively.
A staff-led, behind-the-scenes walk through the library with insider tips on services, spaces, and hidden resources. Ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons looking to navigate catalogs, programs, and perks more effectively.

Explore behind-the-scenes spaces, library resources, and practical tips during a guided one-hour orientation. Designed for newcomers and longtime library lovers of all ages, with staff sharing ways to make the most of library services.

Explore behind-the-scenes spaces, library resources, and practical tips during a guided one-hour orientation. Designed for newcomers and longtime library lovers of all ages, with staff sharing ways to make the most of library services.
Explore behind-the-scenes spaces, library resources, and practical tips during a guided one-hour orientation. Designed for newcomers and longtime library lovers of all ages, with staff sharing ways to make the most of library services.

Explore Libby’s advanced search and discovery tools, customize reading preferences, track books, organize TBR lists, and request titles from librarians. Bring a device and an existing account for hands-on learning.

Explore Libby’s advanced search and discovery tools, customize reading preferences, track books, organize TBR lists, and request titles from librarians. Bring a device and an existing account for hands-on learning.
Explore Libby’s advanced search and discovery tools, customize reading preferences, track books, organize TBR lists, and request titles from librarians. Bring a device and an existing account for hands-on learning.

Explore English and Welsh genealogy through a recorded learning session on wills, death, burial, and probate records, followed by discussion with fellow family history enthusiasts.

Explore English and Welsh genealogy through a recorded learning session on wills, death, burial, and probate records, followed by discussion with fellow family history enthusiasts.
Explore English and Welsh genealogy through a recorded learning session on wills, death, burial, and probate records, followed by discussion with fellow family history enthusiasts.

Shared picture-book stories, songs, and movement nurture early and emergent literacy for babies through preschoolers, followed by a themed hands-on craft with parents and caregivers.

Shared picture-book stories, songs, and movement nurture early and emergent literacy for babies through preschoolers, followed by a themed hands-on craft with parents and caregivers.
Shared picture-book stories, songs, and movement nurture early and emergent literacy for babies through preschoolers, followed by a themed hands-on craft with parents and caregivers.

One-on-one career guidance helps adult job seekers explore employment options and access job-search resources. A career advisor is available near the public computers for practical assistance and questions.

One-on-one career guidance helps adult job seekers explore employment options and access job-search resources. A career advisor is available near the public computers for practical assistance and questions.
One-on-one career guidance helps adult job seekers explore employment options and access job-search resources. A career advisor is available near the public computers for practical assistance and questions.

Explore classic and modern prose, poetry, and drama alongside landmark ideas in philosophy, economics, politics, and psychology. Shared inquiry discussion encourages close reading, thoughtful interpretation, and lively conversation.

Explore classic and modern prose, poetry, and drama alongside landmark ideas in philosophy, economics, politics, and psychology. Shared inquiry discussion encourages close reading, thoughtful interpretation, and lively conversation.
Explore classic and modern prose, poetry, and drama alongside landmark ideas in philosophy, economics, politics, and psychology. Shared inquiry discussion encourages close reading, thoughtful interpretation, and lively conversation.