Now the title could quite easily have been reversed to “making history out of our stories”, and both are at the heart of a new project to record the memories of Chorlton people which will go along way to addressing the traditional history books.
“The Story of Our Lives is a community project which is bringing together older people who want to share their stories, lessons and memories, with a group of voluntary writers who are keen to listen, learn and record what they hear.
Once a week for a month, local people who may not otherwise have met, are coming together over a cuppa , enjoying a chat about a key theme and then together, working towards creating an anthology of tales that preserves and celebrates the memories shared that day.
This project is being made possible by the support of Chorlton Good Neighbours and a range of wonderful volunteers including the story tellers and writers themselves. Here is some of their feedback:
'How lovely it is to share common memories.'
'It's the most interesting morning I have had in ages!'
'Great for everybody involved.'
'I'd tell my friends to get involved, it's very rewarding.'
'Really fun atmosphere.'
"Enjoyable in all aspects.'
'Helped me relive happy memories.'
'What a fantastic project!'
'I think more people should be involved in more projects like this.'
Wouldn't it be great to reward these people with a memento of their generous efforts? To help us get our finished book printed, please check out the Just Giving link below. A £5 and over donation means you get your own copy to keep. You could also share this post to help us gather further support. https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/thestoryofourlives
We will be sharing some of what we create within Chorlton Arts Festival so keep following this page to find out more.
Additionally, you can message me to find out more if YOU would like to get involved in the project in some way”.*
The next session will be on Saturday 24th August 9.30-12.30 At Adastral House, the small block of flats opposite Morrisons Garage in Chorlton .
This Saturday morning we are chatting about 'travels and holidays' which again should stimulate lots of interesting recollections and history. The response has been excellent and we have a full set of volunteers to record the memories tomorrow, but we are short of a few people for the session on August 31st.
If you could help it will involve jotting down a memory and write something up, which may onlybe a couple of paragraphs.
And for more information follow the link
All of which I think is pretty exciting
Location; Chorlton
Pictures; holidays from the 1930s, from the collection of Ron Stubley
*Jolene, https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/thestoryofourlives
Once a week for a month, local people who may not otherwise have met, are coming together over a cuppa , enjoying a chat about a key theme and then together, working towards creating an anthology of tales that preserves and celebrates the memories shared that day.
'How lovely it is to share common memories.'
'It's the most interesting morning I have had in ages!'
'Great for everybody involved.'
'I'd tell my friends to get involved, it's very rewarding.'
'Really fun atmosphere.'
"Enjoyable in all aspects.'
'Helped me relive happy memories.'
'What a fantastic project!'
'I think more people should be involved in more projects like this.'
Wouldn't it be great to reward these people with a memento of their generous efforts? To help us get our finished book printed, please check out the Just Giving link below. A £5 and over donation means you get your own copy to keep. You could also share this post to help us gather further support. https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/thestoryofourlives
Additionally, you can message me to find out more if YOU would like to get involved in the project in some way”.*
The next session will be on Saturday 24th August 9.30-12.30 At Adastral House, the small block of flats opposite Morrisons Garage in Chorlton .
This Saturday morning we are chatting about 'travels and holidays' which again should stimulate lots of interesting recollections and history. The response has been excellent and we have a full set of volunteers to record the memories tomorrow, but we are short of a few people for the session on August 31st.
If you could help it will involve jotting down a memory and write something up, which may onlybe a couple of paragraphs.
And for more information follow the link
All of which I think is pretty exciting
Location; Chorlton
Pictures; holidays from the 1930s, from the collection of Ron Stubley
*Jolene, https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/thestoryofourlives
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