Memoir Classes

Sign up for a memoir-writing class with Beth Finke

Author Beth Finke looking very happy surrounded by members of one of her memoir writing classesBeth leads three weekly memoir-writing classes in Chicago. Here’s how to sign up and get started writing stories about your own life:

  • The Village Chicago sponsors one memoir-writing class in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. You do not have to be a member of Village Chicago to participate, but Village Chicago members do get a discount. The next six-week class has yet to be scheduled.  Check back here or phone Village Chicago at 773.248.8700 for updates.
  • Another class (not led by Beth) is sponsored by the City of Chicago’s Department of Family & Support Services – Area on Aging. Phone Renaissance Court in the Chicago Cultural Center (77 E. Randolph) at 312.744.4550 to see if classes have resumed.
  • Beth’s “Writing Out Loud” memoir class is open to all ages and meets via Zoom from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Thursdays. The next six-week session will be scheduled shortly. Check back here or email Beth at info@bethfinke.com for information about the next session.
  • Beth also conducts programs at Admiral by the Lake in Chicago’ Edgewater neighborhood (for Admiral residents only). Admiral residents may Email bhayler99@gmail.com for information.