Ageing Creatively: A Life Writing Workshop Series

Tue Nov 04 2025 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm UTC+11:00

Penrith City Library - Peter Goodfellow Theatrette | Penrith

Penrith City Library
Publisher/HostPenrith City Library
Ageing Creatively: A Life Writing Workshop Series
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Rediscover your story - join our creative life writing workshops for over 55s at Penrith Library.
About this Event

Join a vibrant and inspiring six-week creative writing journey designed specifically for adults aged 55 and over. These interactive workshops will guide participants through the art of life writing - blending memory, imagination, and storytelling to craft compelling memoirs or creative perspectives.

Each week explores a different theme, from memory and worldbuilding to emotion, character development, and experimental writing forms like haiku and flash fiction. Through hands-on exercises, group discussions, and optional sharing, participants will build confidence in their writing and deepen their connection to personal stories and experiences.

Facilitated by Gabiann Marin

Gabiann Marin is a published author, editor, and academic with expertise in memoir, historical fiction, and biographical writing. She has worked on acclaimed titles such as Shades of Me by Mel Brown and Wheels of Steele by Olympian Steele Bishop, and teaches creative writing and journalism at Western Sydney University.

Booking for the first session is confirmation of attendance at all 6 sessions. Sessions will occur each Tuesday from Tuesday 4 November until Tuesday 9 December from 2pm-4pm.

Tea, coffee and light refreshments will be provided.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment for all. If you require any accommodations to attend this event please contact 4732 7891.

This series has been organised in collaboration with the Writing and Society Research Centre, Western Sydney University. These workshops are based on a two year research project titled 'Ageing Creatively: Creative Writing as a Tool for Healthy Ageing', which explored the best methods and practices of teaching creative writing in aged care facilities.

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Penrith City Library - Peter Goodfellow Theatrette, 601 High Street, Penrith, Australia

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