Whitney Myers is available to lead a workshop, class, or retreat with adults or teenagers in your group or organization.
Topics include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Making of A Legacy Film
- Art and Science of Reminiscence
- Recording & Preserving Your Family Stories
- Around the Table: Food, Fun & Conversation
- Art of the Interview
- Active Listening
- Guided Autobiography
- Ethical Wills
- Capturing the Stories of Those in Early Stages of Memory Loss
- Journaling
- Sharing Memories & Building Communities
Organizations we’ve worked with: Dell Children’s Medical Center, Brookdale Senior Living, Belmont Village, Querencia Barton Creek, Lake Travis Senior Services, Oasis Senior Advistors, International Center for Life Story Innovation and Practice, Rotary International, National Charity League, Junior League of Austin, Austin Caregiving Cafe, Texas Senior Living Locators, Central Texas Senior Industry Services, MomCo Global, Inc., Comal County Genealogy Society, Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, Abiding Love Lutheran Church, Austin Area Spirtual Directors Community, Austin Voice Institute, Gorzycki Middle School, Lake Travis Library.
Need more information? Want to schedule a workshop or presentation? Contact info@sacredstoriesfilms.com.
All times listed below are Central Daylight Time.
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Wed11Nov2020National Charity League, South Austin Wildflower Chapter - Online Event
Whitney Myers shares ideas for being intentional about communication and connection with the people in our lives.
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Tue15Dec2020Dell Children's Hospital - Online Event
As part of a virtual staff holiday event for Dell Children's Hospital Rehab Department, Whitney Myers shares ideas for being intentional about communication and connection with the people in our lives.

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Wed03Feb2021Gorzycki Middle School PTA - Online Event
Whitney Myers joins a team of panelists sharing the benefits of journaling & tips for how to get started. Workshop description on Gorzycki Middle School PTA website: "A new year often brings goal setting, healthy habits, and new hobbies to the top our To-Do list. But 2021 finds many of us still at home and dealing with much of the same stress carried over from the year before. A panel of experts will share some practical tips for staying physically fit, expressing our creativity, and practicing the art of journaling to help manage our tension and start 2021 with healthy new strategies."

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Mon01Mar2021Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church - Online Event
Whitney Myers is the guest speaker for the regular gathering of the Shepherd of the Hills moms group. With group interaction and practical resources, she shares how stories can build connections in our families, benefit our own well-being during these challenging times, and leave a legacy of hope for our children.
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Fri02Apr2021Gorzycki Middle School Teachers & Staff - Online Event
Whitney Myers presents an interactive workshop as part of a professional development day for middle school faculty in Austin ISD.
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Wed28Apr2021
Book author, Karen May, interviews Whitney Myers about Sacred Stories. instagram.com/amayzinggraces
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Fri05Nov2021Online
Sacred Stories is participating in this story sharing event - hosted by Mari McNabb of Show & Tales
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Tue08Feb2022Emmie Seele Faust Library
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Thu03Mar2022Fri04Mar2022Online
Whitney Myers was a workshop presenter at this virtual event.
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Sat02Apr2022606 West 15th Street, Austin, TX 78701A 75-minute workshop exploring the art & science of reminiscence. Participants will consider how to transform events & emotions of this time into memories & treasured keepsakes, learn about the benefits of reminiscence in relationships and in the home, and receive tools and resources for family conversation and reflection.
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Thu14Apr2022Online
Whitney Myers provided information and resources for the staff of Oasis Senior Advisors.
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Tue19Apr2022OnlineA 75-minute workshop exploring the art & science of reminiscence. Participants will consider how to transform events & emotions of this time into memories & treasured keepsakes, learn about the benefits of reminiscence in relationships and in the home, and receive tools and resources for family conversation and reflection.
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Wed20Apr2022Online
Sacred Stories participated in this private story-sharing event - hosted by Mari McNabb of Show & Tales. This event is part of The Photo Managers 2022 Virtual Pre-Conference.
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Sun12Jun2022New Braunfels Civic Center and Online
Topic: Telling Your Faith Story
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Wed17Aug2022Santa Rita Tex-Mex Restaurant @1206 W 38th Street.
Business Women's Lunch hosted by Austin Ridge is a monthly opportunity for women to find community, networking, and encouragement from other women who understand the stage of life they are in. Whitney Myers will be the August guest speaker. austinridge.org/beecave/cbwl/
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Sun04Sep2022Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Whitney Myers was interviewed on the Listen for Life podcast with host, Genevieve Richardson of LIFE Speech Pathology and Aphasia Academy. LIFE Speech Pathology serves clients and their families and helps to build a community of love and support for those with chronic aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria, and cognitive-communication impairments every day. Listen here: podbean.com/ew/pb-bzbg3-126df4d
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Sun25Sep2022
Whitney Myers is guest presenter at Austin Voice Institute's Talk Club for teenagers. For more information, contact dara@austinvoiceinstitute.com
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Sat03Dec2022New Braunfels
Whitney Myers is speaking to church women's group about the power of storytelling.
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Thu12Jan2023Old Glory Ranch
Sacred Stories is a sponsoring organization at the Wimberley StoryFest Gala. The evening, narrated by WF Strong of NPR's "Stories from Texas", features an exclusive screening of Elizabeth Buckley's documentary film, "The Stars at Night". Learn more about StoryFest at wimberleystoryfest.org
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Wed25Jan2023Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
Whitney Myers will speak about the Art & Science of Reminiscence as part of the "Wednesdays on Windsor" adult formation program. gsaustin.org/wednesdays-on-windsor
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Sun05Feb2023Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
Whitney Myers is the presenter for Sunday morning adult education class. She will share the importance of "telling our sacred stories, for the sake of healing and hope." The class will explore different narrative practices that promote personal growth and the strengthening of relationships.

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Sat22Apr2023Abiding Love Lutheran Church
Whitney was the guest speaker at the Abiding Love Lutheran Church Women's Retreat.

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Tue16May2023Lake Travis Community Library
Lake Travis Senior Services hosts a monthly Aging Adult Seminar Series. The May topic will be "Collecting Family Stories - Benefits and Resources for Capturing the Stories of Our Loved Ones". Presenter: Whitney Myers ltseniorservices.org/2023events

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Thu25May2023
Whitney Myers is a mom of two teenagers in 2023. She was a guest on the Mom & Podcast with Susanne Kerns & Missy Stevens. momandpodcast.com/conversation-starters
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Thu14Sep2023Waterloo Ice House ( Escarpment Blvd)
Whitney Myers will be the weekly speaker at Southwest Inclusive Network Group (SWING). SWING is a business networking group in Southwest Austin with no dues or attendance requirements.
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Tue26Sep2023Lakeway Activity Cener
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.
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Thu28Sep2023Bee Cave, TX
Whitney Myers is the speaker at this Rotary Club meeting. Rotary Club of Lakeway / Lake Travis welcomes and represents the surrounding communities of Lake Travis, Lakeway, Bee Cave, and Rough Hollow.
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Wed10Jan2024River Valley ChurchWhitney Myers is the speaker for the Bastrop County MOPS & MOMSnext monthly meeting. Whitney will speak & share resources about journaling & family story-sharing.


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Tue23Jan2024Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
Whitney Myers will lead a workshop for residents in partnership with Aging is Cool.
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Thu08Feb2024Waterloo Ice House ( Escarpment Blvd)
Whitney Myers will be the weekly speaker at Southwest Inclusive Network Group (SWING). SWING is a business networking group in Southwest Austin with no dues or attendance requirements.
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Tue27Feb2024Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
Whitney Myers will lead a workshop for residents in partnership with Aging is Cool.
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Thu07Mar2024Fri08Mar2024Online
International Center for Life Story Innovation & Practice Conference featuring keynote speaker, Dr. Elizabeth Keating. The event will also include interactive workshops, poster and paper presentations, and opportunities for networking at our awards reception on March 7th. Whitney Myers will be moderating a session on Sibling Relationships with Dr. Robin Mintzer and Dr. Diana Taylor. Register here: iclip.nursing.uconn.edu/symposiums-and-conferences-2/
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Wed20Mar2024Brookdale Westlake Hills
Whitney Myers will be the presenter at the Austin Area Senior Living LINKED NETWORK monthly meeting (South Location). This event is hosted by Michael Gill of Texas Senior Living Locators
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Tue26Mar2024Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
Whitney Myers will lead a workshop for residents in partnership with Aging is Cool.
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Thu04Apr2024Circle C Community Center
City of Austin "Senior Varsity Group" hosts a free ongoing memoir writing class in South Austin. The weekly workshop is called "My Legacy Memoir", and Whitney Myers will be speaking to the group at their April 4 meeting. RSVP is required.
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Sat06Apr2024University Christian Church
A free health & wellness event hosted by Trowbridge Chiropractic, LLC. The event will be held from 10 AM - 2 PM at UCC - 2007 University Ave., Austin, TX 78705. Stop by the "Sacred Stories" table & learn more about the healing power of storytelling.
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Tue23Apr2024Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
Whitney Myers will lead a workshop for residents in partnership with Aging is Cool.
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Thu25Apr2024St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church
Caregiving Cafe is a support group for family caregivers that meets on the 2nd & 4th Thursday. This group is sponsored by True Heart Hospice and is co-facilitated by Lynn Greenblatt and Dura Sims. Whitney Myers will be speaking at the April 25 meeting. The group meets at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church on Convict Hill Road in Austin.
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Tue28May2024Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
Whitney Myers will lead a workshop for residents in partnership with Aging is Cool.
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Wed12Jun2024TBD
Whitney Myers will be the presenter at the Austin Area Senior Living LINKED NETWORK monthly meeting (North Location). This event is hosted by VeeCee Spear of Barnett & Leuty, PC.
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Tue25Jun2024Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
Whitney Myers will lead a workshop for residents in partnership with Aging is Cool.
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Sun21Jul2024Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran
Whitney Myers will lead a workshop at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church as part of summer workshop series. Check back here for more info.
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Tue13Aug2024Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Tue27Aug2024Brookdale Gaines Ranch
Whitney Myers will make a presentation to the residents of the Brookdale Gaines Ranch community about how to capture and preserve life stories.
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Tue27Aug2024Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Tue10Sep2024Lake Travis Community Library
Lake Travis Senior Services hosts a monthly Aging Adult Seminar Series. The September topic will be a panel discussion on "Living, Dying, & Leaving a Legacy". Whitney Myers & others will be part of the panel. Check back here for more info. ltseniorservices.org
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Thu12Sep2024Waterloo Ice House ( Escarpment Blvd)
Whitney Myers will be the weekly speaker at Southwest Inclusive Network Group (SWING). SWING is a business networking group in Southwest Austin with no dues or attendance requirements.
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Tue24Sep2024Lakeway Activity Cener
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Tue24Sep2024Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Tue08Oct2024Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Fri18Oct2024Zoom
Whitney Myers will present to the Austin Area Spiritual Directors Community at their regular meeting for education and support. spiritualdirectorscommunity.org
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Tue22Oct2024Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Sun03Nov2024
Whitney Myers will be the speaker at the National Charity League South Austin Wildflower Chapter Annual Mother+Daughter Tea. She'll be sharing ideas for being intentional about communication and connection with the people in our lives. Learn more about National Charity League at nationalcharityleague.org
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Wed06Nov2024
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Wed13Nov20241807 W. Slaughter Lane
Whitney Myers is the speaker at this Rotary Club meeting held at DK Maria's Legendary Tex Mex on Slaughter Lane. Chartered in 1958, the Rotary Club of South Austin is one of the oldest clubs in Austin. southaustinrotary.com
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Tue26Nov2024Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Thu05Dec2024Waterloo Ice House ( Escarpment Blvd)
Whitney Myers will be the weekly speaker at Southwest Inclusive Network Group (SWING). SWING is a business networking group in Southwest Austin with no dues or attendance requirements.
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Tue10Dec2024Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Mon16Dec2024Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a presentation for the residents & families.
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Wed08Jan2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a monthly workshop about story-sharing with residents.
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Thu09Jan2025AGE of Central Texas = SouthWhitney Myers will lead a Storytelling Workshop in partnership with Aging is Cool.
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Tue14Jan2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Sun26Jan2025Spirit in the Hills Lutheran Church, Spicewood, TX
Whitney Myers will present a workshop on "Preserving Your Story" as part of a multi-week storytelling series.
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Tue28Jan2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Tue11Feb2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Wed12Feb2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a monthly workshop about story-sharing with residents.
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Tue25Feb2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Fri07Mar202517000 Smyers Ln, Round Rock
This workshop, led by Whitney Myers, is part of a series called "Seniors University" held at King of Kings Lutheran Church. Registration information coming soon.
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Tue11Mar2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Wed12Mar2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a monthly workshop about story-sharing with residents.
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Tue25Mar2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Sat05Apr2025Kerrville, TX
Whitney Myers will lead an interactive presentation about Intergenerational Storytelling at a weekend retreat at Camp Chrysalis in Kerrville, TX. More information at crosstrails.org
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Tue08Apr2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Wed09Apr2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a monthly workshop about story-sharing with residents.
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Tue22Apr2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Fri25Apr2025Faith in Action Driving Seniors Georgetown
Whitney Myers is the guide as workshop participants discuss projects and learn new tools to complete these. This event is held in partnership with Aging is Cool.
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Tue13May2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Wed14May2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a monthly workshop about story-sharing with residents.
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Tue10Jun2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Wed11Jun2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a three-part summer series with select residents of Querencia at Barton Creek.
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Fri20Jun2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a three-part summer series with select residents of Querencia at Barton Creek.
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Tue24Jun2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Tue08Jul2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Wed09Jul2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a three-part summer series with select residents of Querencia at Barton Creek.
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Wed16Jul2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a three-part summer series with select residents of Querencia at Barton Creek.
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Tue22Jul2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Tue12Aug2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Wed13Aug2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a three-part summer series with select residents of Querencia at Barton Creek.
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Wed20Aug2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a three-part summer series with select residents of Querencia at Barton Creek.
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Tue26Aug2025
Whitney Myers joins Lisa Joworski on her podcast, "Capturing Essence for Care". Lisa Joworski is a Therapeutic Recreation and Life Story Resource specialist who uses the podcast to explore how sharing our personal narratives can reduce judgments and transform patient-centred care. capturingessenceforcare.buzzsprout.com
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Tue26Aug2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Tue09Sep2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Wed10Sep2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a workshop in the Assisted Living Community as part of "Ageless Adventure" week. Whitney has been leading monthly workshops in this community since December 2024.
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Wed17Sep2025Village on the Park - Onion Creek
Whitney Myers & Christine St. Lauren will be the presenters at the Austin Area Senior Living LINKED NETWORK monthly meeting (South Location). This event is hosted by Michael Gill of Texas Senior Living Locators
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Wed17Sep2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a presentation in the Independent Living Community about Ethical Wills / Legacy Letters. Participants will learn how they express their person’s deepest, most heartfelt thoughts and feelings about what’s important to them.
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Tue23Sep2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Tue30Sep2025Lakeway Activity Cener
Whitney Myers will be the keynote speaker at Lake Travis Senior Services' Aging Well Expo. Event is free for attendees. More information coming soon.
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Wed08Oct2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a workshop in the Assisted Living Community as part of "Ageless Adventure" week. Whitney has been leading monthly workshops in this community since December 2024.
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Tue14Oct2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Wed15Oct2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a presentation in the Independent Living Community about Guided Autobiography. Participants will learn about the process developed by Dr. James Birren as a method for helping people document their life stories.
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Tue28Oct2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Tue11Nov2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Wed12Nov2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a monthly workshop about story-sharing with residents.
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Wed19Nov2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a "Show & Tell" Session where we'll celebrate meaningful items and the stories they hold. Participants are invited to listen, share, and remember together.
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Tue25Nov2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Tue09Dec2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Wed10Dec2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a monthly workshop about story-sharing with residents.
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Wed17Dec2025Querencia at Barton Creek
Whitney Myers will lead a presentation in the Independent Living Community about practical ways to bring your life stories into your celebrations this season - memory prompts, gentle story-sharing methods, and ideas that spark richer conversations and deeper connections with family and friends.
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Tue23Dec2025Belmont Village Senior Living, Lakeway
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.
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Wed07Jan2026Lake Travis Library
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
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Wed25Feb2026AGE of Central Texas in South Austin
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.
I had the pleasure of hearing Whitney speak to a group of senior industry professionals, and her services are both unique and invaluable. She truly demonstrates the importance of preserving the memories of our loved ones. – María Isabel Fernández, Owner, Homewatch CareGivers of Southwest Austin

