My Write-Your-Memoir course is offered once or twice a year through the Community Education Program at Santa Fe College, Gainesville, Florida.
Fall 2025:
Write Your Memoir
Capture your life story—for yourself, your family, or the world—in this inspiring class with Susie Baxter. Through guided exercises, you’ll write short stories about everyday life, influential people, and life-changing events. Can’t remember the details? Handouts and charts will help jog your memory, and we’ll explore options for publishing your work. Sharing is optional, and all levels are welcome. Class size is limited so register early!
ENG0048.1R3
4 Sat., starts 09/06/2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructor: Baxter, Susie
SF – NW CAMPUS, Room TBA
Fee $49.00
Note: Bring a laptop if you’d like, along with pen and paper.
No sr. waivers.
Those interested may register online through Santa Fe. Click on the link below and scroll down to the in-person Write Your Memoir course.
Or phone (352) 395-5193 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Words of thanks from individuals who have taken my course:
“I cannot remember a class I enjoyed as much. I am usually the one in the back who leaves early, but with your [Zoom] class, I was disappointed when it ended.” — L. McIntyre, Woodstock, Vermont
“Thank you for starting me on this [writing] journey and for the encouragement you’ve given. I do plan to keep writing . . . “
— P. Walker, Gainesville, FL
“I don’t know when I have enjoyed anything as much as this Writing-a Memoir class. It was the jolt I needed to start doing something I have intended to do for a long time.” — J. Celon, Gainesville, FL
“Susie, thank you for your sensitivity, motivation, and dedication in teaching this course.”— B. Neller, Gainesville, FL
“I thoroughly enjoyed your course and learned a great deal about writing my memoir. You had so many really good ideas and thought prompts that I have been writing notes on everything from the wall calendar to bills! Thank you for a great Saturday morning experience!” — S. Faris, Gainesville, FL
“The class provided just what I needed to get the juices flowing. Enthusiasm, tips on how to organize material for a memoir, resources — online as well as locally, and your personal recommendations. That plus the structure of weekly writing goals and the opportunity to share our writing in a comfortable setting.“— P. Amish, PA
“Thank you for the time you gave to the class on memoir writing this week at the Advent Christian Village. Your enthusiasm for writing about one’s life experiences was inspiring and much appreciated. Your suggestions, examples, and handouts were excellent and most helpful.” — M. Easter, Dowling Park, FL
“. . . I want to let you know that your class and book [Write Your Memoir] were and are very valuable to me . . . . You have made a difference in my life.” — B. Fedrigon, Gainesville, FL