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Write Your Own Obituary
2026-10-31 14:00:00 2026-10-31 15:30:00 America/Denver Write Your Own Obituary Thinking about your obituary doesn't need to be spooky! Capture your life from your own perspective in this all-levels writing workshop. Main Library - Boulder Creek Room

Saturday, October 31
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-10-31 14:00:00 2026-10-31 15:30:00 America/Denver Write Your Own Obituary Thinking about your obituary doesn't need to be spooky! Capture your life from your own perspective in this all-levels writing workshop. Main Library - Boulder Creek Room

Main Library

Boulder Creek Room

Thinking about your obituary doesn't need to be spooky! Capture your life from your own perspective in this all-levels writing workshop.

Thinking about your obituary doesn't need to be spooky! Whether you're doing some practical preparations, manifesting your future, or simply self-reflecting on your life so far, you'll receive guidance and tools for writing an obituary that captures your life from your own perspective. Led by Sarah Elizabeth Schantz.

Everyone is welcome, no writing experience necessary! Snacks and writing supplies will be provided. 

This is a BoulderWrites workshop. Visit our webpage to view more writing programs and make a writing coaching appointment today!

Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that help the people of Boulder develop and grow.

AGE GROUP: | Ages 18+ | Ages 12 to 18 |

EVENT TYPE: | Writing |

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