The Stories We Carry: A Community Storytelling Day

Share a meaningful memory and tell the story behind it. Reflect on a moment, experience, or person that helped shape who you are today.
About this Event

Every story eventually begins to fade. Sharing our memories today and preserving them in a community archive is how we keep our shared history alive.

The Stories We Carry: A Community Storytelling Day is a guided workshop where we’ll capture one meaningful moment from your life.

In a small, supportive group, you will:

• reflect on your life experiences
• work with personal photos (optional)
• shape your story using simple prompts
• write one significant moment
• share your story with the group

No skills needed. Just come as you are and bring a few significant photos.

This is a chance to pause, reflect, and connect with yourself and with others through shared stories.

More Details

This event is limited to 10 participants.

There will be a 45-minute break in between, where refreshments will be served.

This event is FREE, sponsored by the Rugby Borough Council.

Access Needs

If you have a disability and need assistance with travel, kindly send a message no later than 04 June, 2028 to: [email protected]

We warmly welcome participants with disabilities. If you require assistance during the workshop, we kindly ask that you attend with your own support person, as we are not able to provide one-to-one care.

Important

As part of this workshop, all participants will be recorded on video while sharing their story, contributing to a community storytelling archive.

The edited video will be available to view on the MMB Creative.net website, and will be shared with Rugby Borough Council. It will NOT be used on social media for promotions.

By registering, you are agreeing to take part in filming as part of the workshop.

Agenda

🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Welcome and Introductions
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
What's your Story?

Info: Together, we'll explore your photographs and the stories they hold. This is a relaxed and informal conversation, an opportunity to reflect on meaningful moments, treasured memories, and experiences that have shaped your life. Through sharing these stories, we'll celebrate the people, places, and events that have contributed to who you are today.

🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Lunch Break

Info: We'll have a break in a relaxed and welcoming space, where conversations can continue naturally over a simple meal. This is a chance to connect with one another, share thoughts and memories, and enjoy the company of fellow participants. A moment to nourish both body and spirit before we continue the journey together.

🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM
Voices of Our Community

Info: Participants share their stories in a supportive environment. Each one will have 5-10 minutes to tell the story they developed during the workshop. This session will be filmed as part of our community archive. No performance is required. We simply invite you to share your story in your own words and in your own voice.

🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:00 PM
Closing Reflections & Staying Connected
Host: Malen Mendoza-Baxter

Info: Your feedback and reflections on the workshop are kindly requested. I also encourage you to stay connected with fellow participants and continue the conversations that began today. Every story shared helps build stronger connections, deeper understanding, and a greater sense of belonging within our community.