Monday, July 9 and Friday, July 13
Rouse’s Bar, Pearse St

Ever wanted to put your life story into words? Here’s your opportunity.

Author and historian Terry Reilly will facilitate an informal workshop on memoir writing as part of Ballina Salmon Festival.

Dust down those memories and record your memoirs for your family or grandchildren. Terry will give you some tips on how best to do this in an informal and pressure-free environment. Attendees are welcome to bring along a sample they may have written already.

A thank you to Terry for his generosity in offering these workshops at no cost to Ballina Salmon Festival.

Spaces limited to 20 per workshop. Tickets: €5.50 (incl €0.50c booking fee)

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