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BEND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY©

Ancestor Short Story Workshops

Share your ancestor's story. We will help you write it. 

Turn family history research into clear engaging short stories. Join our friendly, in-person workshop series
where we write together, learn together, and support each other.   

Questions? Email Kelly 

                                                                                 

 

What You’ll Do

  • Choose one ancestor or relative and shape a short story.
  • Learn writing tips, source citations, and adding photos.
  • Share drafts, get feedback, and finish with confidence.

Workshops are free to members and non‑members.
BGS members may submit stories for our publication (optional).

Where

  • Williamson Hall
    (behind Jake’s Diner)
  • BGS Library open
    11 AM – 4 PM on workshop days
  • Wi‑Fi & power provided bring a laptop or notebook

Next WorkshopUsing Source Citations
February 19th. 2026 | 1:00 - 3:00 PM

2025 to 2026 Workshop Schedule                         Meet Your Guides

 Sep 25 Orientation & Short Story Basics
Project Overview & Short Story Basics.
Oct 23, Nov 13,  Dec 11, Jan 22 Story Share and Support 
Dedicated work time with  help, ideas, & gentle feedback.
 Feb 19

Using Source Citations 
Citation basics focusing on short stories & practice creating.
 Mar 26 Using Graphics & Photos 
See examples and try adding images to your story.
Apr 2, 9, 16 & 23

Finishing Workshops (Drop-Ins)
Work on your story at the BGS Library and do final editing.

 May 15 BGS Members email your story if you’d like it included
in a BGS publication: distantvoicesnl@gmail.com 


Kelly McCray

 Workshop host
for the project, BGS Vice President, host of Coffee & Cousins, editor of
Distant Voices newsletter,
& Genealogy Coach.

Pat Kliewer

 Writing instructor
for the project,
author, educator,
consultant
& expert researcher.


It is time to start writing. Bring your ancestor to life on the page.

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