Due to unknown road conditions in all three USCB regions, OLLI has canceled all classes on Monday, February 2 in an abundance of caution for our member and instructor's safety.

Course Title: (WRI201) WRITING A "LEGACY LETTER"

A legacy letter is a short, heartfelt document that shares your life lessons, values, and blessings with loved ones. This introductory workshop provides guidance, encouragement, and hands-on writing exercises, along with a simple structure to help you craft a meaningful message that becomes a lasting gift for family, friends, and future generations. NOTE: This program is a workshop. Attendees will participate in writing exercises.

Course Pre-requisites
(required) OLLI Annual Membership

Course Information: WRI201 RANDOM DRAW (notified after Jan 26) OR SOLD OUT with a waitlist available

Schedule:

February 9, 2026

Only 4 days left to register!

Times:

10:00am-11:30am EST

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Price:

Pay as you go: Member : $16.00

Course Notes:

Here are a few details before we meet:?Please plan to arrive at least 5-10 minutes before the 10:00 AM start time, so you can settle in and get comfortable! Our class will begin promptly at 10:00 AM. ?Please bring a pen and paper or a device that allows you to write. The workshop includes a few brief writing exercises.?There is no required advance reading for the workshop. However, you may enjoy reading this essay by Carrie Friedman which nicely captures the power and value of legacy writing: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/ethical-will-legacy-letter-why-you-want-one_n_5eeb7a09c5b6c8594c7f2d03.?If you have any other questions before we meet, please feel free to email me at jay@jaysherwin.com.See you next Monday!Best,Jay

Instructors

Name

Additional Resources

Jay Sherwin

Biography: JAY SHERWIN has practiced law, given away money for five charitable foundations, and served as a hospital chaplain. He created the Life Reflections Project to educate people about legacy letters and ethical wills. Jay has offered this workshop for more than 40 OLLI programs nationwide.

Facility Detail

Hargray Bldg | Room 156

Bluffton campus

1 University Blvd

Bluffton, SC 29909

Facility Resources
Google map link to the USCB Bluffton campus Hargray Bldg