How to Write Your Family History

Discover how to bring your family’s past to life in this engaging and practical workshop.

Designed for writers of all levels, the session will guide you through the essentials of turning memories, research, and family stories into compelling written narratives. Whether your goal is to write a detailed biography, a heartfelt memoir, or a simple collection of family anecdotes, this workshop will help you structure your ideas, find your voice, and preserve your history for future generations. Participants will gain tips on planning, writing, and editing, along with advice on overcoming common challenges faced by family historians. By the end of the session, you’ll have the confidence and tools to start recording your family’s unique story; whether for publication, personal reflection, or sharing with loved ones.

Bring your curiosity, your notes, and a willingness to explore the stories that shaped you.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Your attendance at events supported by Hawkesbury City Council may be digitally recorded through photographs. Images may be used for promotional purposes on council's websites, publications, social media or by newspapers.
  By attending this session, you agree to these terms. If you do not wish your image (or the image of your child) to be published, please notify staff before the event.

• By registering and attending this event, you are agreeing to comply with the Hawkesbury Library Service Patron Code Of Conduct.

• Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult to all Library activities.

• If you are unable to attend, please cancel your tickets as soon as possible. This will enable others to participate in the programme.

• Paid tickets are not transferable.

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS

• To receive a full refund, please cancel your ticket or notify the library 24 hours prior to the scheduled event. If less notice is given, a refund will not be issued.

• Refunds will not be given if participants change their mind, or simply forget to attend the event. For exceptional circumstances, refunds may be issued at the discretion of the Library Coordinator.

• A refund can take up to 7 working days to process after the event date (due to bank transfer times). Cash payment refunds can take up to 6 weeks to process.

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