Six sessions. Six themes. Plenty of stories to share.

Stories That Connect is a six-session intergenerational programme, bringing adults from different cultures and life experiences together in a relaxed and welcoming space

Each session will have its own theme, with plenty of opportunities to share memories, experiences, traditions and stories.

September – Culture

What makes us who we are? We’ll explore traditions, customs, language and the things we carry with us from the places and communities that have shaped us.

October – Family

Family can mean many different things. We’ll share stories about the people, relationships and experiences that have shaped our lives.

November – Travel

Places we’ve been, places we’d love to visit and the journeys that have stayed with us. Expect stories, memories and perhaps a few travel tales.

December – Food

Food brings people together. We’ll talk about favourite dishes, recipes, food memories and the role food plays in our families and cultures.

February – Music

Songs can hold memories, tell stories and bring people together. We’ll explore the music we love and the memories attached to it.

March – Celebration

We’ll finish by celebrating the connections made throughout the programme, sharing stories and reflecting on what we’ve discovered about one another.

What to expect

Sessions will include a mixture of:

• Storytelling and shared conversation
• Books and readings
• Short film clips
• Creative activities
• Conversation prompts
• Opportunities to share memories and experiences
• Tea, coffee and refreshment

You don’t need to be a confident storyteller or someone who normally joins community activities. You can share as much or as little as you like. The important thing is having a space where people can come together, listen to one another and feel part of something.