Events & Workshops

Start the new year with inspiration and reflection. In this interactive workshop, Whitney Myers of Sacred Stories Legacy & Tribute Films will guide you through creative ways to use journaling -- from capturing meaningful memories to exploring everyday gratitude and life lessons. No experience required.  Just bring a pen and an open heart.  laketravislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/sacred-stories-films

Whitney Myers will lead a monthly workshop about story-sharing with residents.

Whitney Myers will lead a 10-session monthly Guided Autobiography group.  Guided Autobiography (GAB) is a way to gain insight, personal discovery, and to appreciate your life story and the stories of others.  These sessions are led by a trained facilitator.  Learn more about GAB and The Birren Center for Autobiographical Studies at thebirrencenter.org/gab-as-the-cornerstone

Whitney Myers is the guide as residents share stories and discuss family history and genealogy projects. This event is held in partnership with Aging is Cool.

Whitney Myers will lead a monthly workshop about story-sharing with residents.

Whitney Myers will lead a 10-session monthly Guided Autobiography group.  Guided Autobiography (GAB) is a way to gain insight, personal discovery, and to appreciate your life story and the stories of others.  These sessions are led by a trained facilitator.  Learn more about GAB and The Birren Center for Autobiographical Studies at thebirrencenter.org/gab-as-the-cornerstone

Health Bites is a monthly gathering where community members and healthcare professionals come together for meaningful conversations on aging and senior care. Each month features a guest speaker sharing insights, resources, and guidance to support our aging population. Whether you're a caregiver, professional, or simply interested in senior wellness, Health Bites is a welcoming space to learn and connect. Whitney Myers will be the February speaker. Lunch is provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.  sacredstoriesfilms.com/health-bites-february

International Center for Life Story Innovation & Practice Conference featuring keynote speaker Dr. Fernando Villar (University of Barcelona, Spain).  The event will also include interactive workshops, poster and paper presentations, and opportunities for networking.  Whitney Myers will be moderating a poster presentation - "Exploring Digital Technologies for Reminiscence, Life Storying, and Well-Being" with the following presenters:

• Dr. Thomas Pierce and Hannah Benz of Radford University
• Emily Bristol, Maris Susas, and Dr. Nicole Albada, University of California, Santa Barbara
• Cameron Graham, CEO, Dr. Yuxuan Yang, Taylor Vander Well, Storii, Inc
• Dr. Juliette Shellman, University of Connecticut
• Melody Williamson, Grace Holliman and Glenn Holliman of Melody Williamson Stories

More information here: iclip.nursing.uconn.edu/symposiums-and-conferences

Whitney Myers will lead a monthly workshop about story-sharing with residents.

Whitney Myers will lead a 10-session monthly Guided Autobiography group.  Guided Autobiography (GAB) is a way to gain insight, personal discovery, and to appreciate your life story and the stories of others.  These sessions are led by a trained facilitator.  Learn more about GAB and The Birren Center for Autobiographical Studies at thebirrencenter.org/gab-as-the-cornerstone

Whitney Myers will lead a monthly workshop about story-sharing with residents.

Whitney Myers will lead a 10-session monthly Guided Autobiography group.  Guided Autobiography (GAB) is a way to gain insight, personal discovery, and to appreciate your life story and the stories of others.  These sessions are led by a trained facilitator.  Learn more about GAB and The Birren Center for Autobiographical Studies at thebirrencenter.org/gab-as-the-cornerstone

Whitney Myers will lead a monthly workshop about story-sharing with residents.

Whitney Myers will lead a 10-session monthly Guided Autobiography group.  Guided Autobiography (GAB) is a way to gain insight, personal discovery, and to appreciate your life story and the stories of others.  These sessions are led by a trained facilitator.  Learn more about GAB and The Birren Center for Autobiographical Studies at thebirrencenter.org/gab-as-the-cornerstone

Whitney Myers will lead a monthly workshop about story-sharing with residents.

Whitney Myers will lead a 10-session monthly Guided Autobiography group.  Guided Autobiography (GAB) is a way to gain insight, personal discovery, and to appreciate your life story and the stories of others.  These sessions are led by a trained facilitator.  Learn more about GAB and The Birren Center for Autobiographical Studies at thebirrencenter.org/gab-as-the-cornerstone

Whitney Myers will present information to "Golden Generation" Support Group about reminiscence and lead participants in a story-sharing session.  The "Golden Generation" support group provides community for the LGBTQ population and its allies, and is open to individuals who are 60+ years of age and their spouses/partners. Lunch is provided by Meals on Wheels. The event is in partnership with AGE of Central Texas.

Whitney Myers will lead a 5-week series on "Preparing Well".  The series begins on July 21. We will cover the following topics: Getting Your Affairs in Order, Your Digital Life & Modern Legacy, Knowing When More Support Is Needed, Funeral Planning & End-of-Life Wishes, and Sharing Your Story & Leaving a Legacy.  This series is hosted by New Life Lutheran Church of Dripping Springs.  Contact the staff about registration: newlifedrippingsprings@gmail.com

Hosted by AGE of Central Texas and the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area, this annual event is the largest, longest-running caregiver conference in Central Texas. During this annual conference, family caregivers will discover local resources, learn new skills to meet the needs of their caregiving situation, and connect with other caregivers and local experts on aging. Whitney Myers will give a presentation on Ethical Wills/Legacy Letters.  Lunch will be served, and American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be available upon request through registration.  Location:  Austin Community College Eastview Campus is located at 3401 Webberville Road.  Registration link is here

This is a private event to support the Breast Cancer Resource Center's metastatic clients.   Whitney Myers will lead a session entitled "Memories, Moments, and Meaning".

Sacred Stories will have an exhibit at the Aging Well Expo hosted by Lake Travis Senior Services.  Event is free for attendees.  More information will be posted here when available.

Whitney presents a program on the power of storytelling. Golden Community Partners is a monthly event that brings healthcare professionals and community members together to share resources that support our aging population.  These events are sponsored by Golden Age Home and Right at Home.