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Write an Obituary
2026-12-17 18:00:00 2026-12-17 19:00:00 America/New_York Write an Obituary A good obituary can keep a loved one's memory alive for generations. Learn about the process then practice writing your own. Main Library - Community Learning Center - Classroom B

Thursday, December 17
6:00pm - 7:00pm

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A good obituary can keep a loved one's memory alive for generations. Learn about the process then practice writing your own.

This program will cover how and where to publish an obituary, what details to include or omit in a thoughtful and informative obituary, and conclude with a brief exercise composing the beginning of your own obituary.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy |

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