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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 - Online access to resources is critical!

Register for the
Sep 24th Orientation Workshop Now!

2026 to 2027 Workshop Schedule

 Sep 24 Orientation & Short Story Basics
Project Overview & Short Story Basics.
Oct 15, Nov 12, 
Dec 3, Jan 21		 Story Share and Support 
Dedicated work time with help, ideas, & gentle feedback.
 Feb 18

Using Source Citations 
Citation basics focusing on short stories & practice creating.
 Mar 18 Using Graphics & Photos 
See examples and try adding images to your story.
Apr Review
By Appt.

Finishing Time
Work on your story with Kelly at BGS or by Phone or Zoom

 May 15 BGS Members email your story if you’d like it included in a BGS publication: distantvoicesnewsletter@bendgenealogy.org

Kelly McCray
 Workshop Guide

 BGS Member, Past BGS VP,   
Host of Coffee & Cousins,
Genealogy Coach & Editor of Distant Voices, Website Workgroup Member, CO Heritage Certificate Workgroup Member & Outreach Support 



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

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