Stories from the Heart: Remembering Our Loved Ones in Writing

Stories from the Heart: Remembering Our Loved Ones Through Writing

Terri Schexnayder has been a volunteer with The Christi Center grief support nonprofit in Austin for more than 35 years. Her "Second Stage" writing sessions for the Center eventually launched grief support retreats around the Hill Country. She encourages all who come to write about the special memories of their loved ones who died under any circumstances.

A published author and creative writing teaching artist, Terri will lead two writing exercises using poetry prompts. You do not have to be a writer--just willing to share your feelings and memories on paper. Attendees are encouraged to bring several photos of their loved ones, along with a journal and writing instrument.

Class is limited to 15 attendees.

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The Badgerdog Creative Writing program includes workshops for all ages, classroom-based lessons, and youth camps to inspire and guide our up-and-coming writers. Badgerdog is a program of The Library Foundation, which offers a range of enriching cultural and educational community programs for all ages in close partnership with the library.

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This event is part of the 2026 lineup for The Mayor's Book Club - an annual citywide reading campaign to encourage a community experience through reading, discussion, and exploration of shared books. The Mayor's Book Club is presented by the Library Foundation in partnership with the City of Austin Mayor's Office and the Austin Public Library.

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