Blair Memorial Library
-
“Object Lessons” Writing Workshop
“A photograph is an honest shortcut to remembering who we were.” – Julian Pope If you’re ready to begin writing your memoir or family history, you won’t want to miss my free community workshop at Clawson’s Blair Memorial Library in June. “Object Lessons” will help you craft a short essay or chapter for your memoir using a favorite family photo, souvenir, or a small heirloom as inspiration. I promise you’ll enjoy the process, meet new friends, and be inspired to keep writing after the workshop ends. This is a two-night program — so please plan to attend both sessions. Our first night of “Object Lessons” will cover the basics of good writing and…
-
Please help yourself
“I went to a bookstore and asked the saleswoman, ‘Where’s the self-help section?’ She said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose.” ~ George Carlin I’m excited to introduce the Self-Help Book Club, a new fall program I’ve created for the Blair Memorial Library in Clawson. This unique series is designed to help lift our spirits and broaden our perspective while providing practical tools to help us manage the challenges of daily life. Each discussion will focus on the key takeaways of a pre-selected (and highly rated) self-help book. Enrollment in the Self-Help Book Club is limited to 12 attendees per meeting, and advance registration is required for each meeting. You’re…

