When does the event take place?

The course begins on 28.09.2026 from 14:30 to 16:00.

Where does the course take place?

At Maria-Seltmann-Haus, Herrmannstraße 6, 92637 Weiden i.d.OPf., in the multipurpose room on the 2nd floor.

What is the course fee?

The course fee is 7 euros per session.

Do I need to register?

Yes, registration is required via the mentioned phone number of the Maria-Seltmann-Haus.

Do I need prior knowledge in writing?

No, special literary skills are not needed. The course provides tips and suggestions for getting started.

Is the house barrier-free?

Yes, according to the City of Weiden, Maria-Seltmann-Haus is accessible for people with disabilities.

Life Stories Come Alive: Writing Course at Maria-Seltmann-Haus in Weiden

Name: Autobiographical Writing: Life Stories in Weiden
Start: 2026-09-28T16:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-28T18:00:00+02:00
Location: Maria-Seltmann-Haus

Writing Life Stories, Preserving Memories – Course at Maria-Seltmann-Haus

At the Maria-Seltmann-Haus in Weiden, a course is scheduled for the end of September 2026, which transforms personal memories into valuable texts. The Autobiographical Writing: Life Stories course is about capturing milestones of one's own life journey, recalling the past, and forming a very personal legacy for family and friends.

A Writing Gathering with Emotion, Structure, and Experience

The event is aimed at individuals who want to not just remember their biography but consciously shape it. Under the guidance of Helga Wiesbeck, Germanist, ideas for the first draft, small episodes, memory images, and scenes that might otherwise be easily lost arise in a calm atmosphere. It is precisely this mix of personal experience and professional guidance that makes the event experience so special.

What Participants Can Expect

The course offers tips on how to retrieve the past from memory and bring it into a clear form. No literary knowledge is required for this. Those who engage with the audience atmosphere in the multipurpose room will experience a concentrated, simultaneously warm and open format that invites writing, reflection, and exchange. The course takes place monthly and is ideal for anyone looking to develop their autobiographical writing step by step.

Place with a Familiar Atmosphere

The Maria-Seltmann-Haus is considered a meeting point, leisure, and educational facility for seniors in Weiden. The facility is accessible for people with disabilities and provides an environment where culture, education, and encounters can be pleasantly combined. For the writing offering, this means: a quiet, easily accessible place with clear organization and an environment that suits creative work.

Conclusion: An Afternoon for Words that Last

On September 28, 2026, visitors can expect an inspiring course afternoon that puts personal stories in the spotlight. Those who want to preserve memories and put their lives into words will find a suitable introduction here. Note the date now and experience Autobiographical Writing live.