Writing Life Stories (C)




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ClassGraphic Why write our own stories? Memoir writing may help us capture enduring portraits of the people in our lives, recreate with words the landscapes we once walked, or take the time to reflect on our ever changing personal, familial, or social circumstances. Yet, writing one's own life can be daunting. Where does one start? What should be included or left out? How should one organize one's thoughts - chronologically, or by themes? What about style? Brief anecdotes or chapter-long memoirs? Whether beginners or experienced writers, we will help each other tackle some of these questions in our OLLI memoir writing group. Every week we will have an opportunity to present our work to a sounding board of like minded "memoirists" and to give and receive helpful feedback. We will also hone our writing skills by drawing from a wide variety of resources dealing with the genre. If you ever wished to try your hand at writing compelling, real-life stories, this is your opportunity.
 

Class Details

14 Session(s)
Weekly - Mon

Location
Wieboldt Hall

Instructor
Multiple

Tuition: 

$0.00

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Schedule Information

Skip dates: (No class on 05/25/2026)

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
3/2/2026 - 6/8/2026 Weekly - Mon 01:15 PM - 03:15 PM Chicago, Wieboldt Hall  Map Susan Gillis  ; Beth Chiaiese 

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