Join local author Julie Rumrill at the Morris Public Library on January 18, 2023, 6:30 pm, for an inspirational talk about her highly acclaimed memoir, Finding Mary.
Julie will speak about memoir writing, the difficulties of unresolved grief, and the triumph of the human spirit. An open discussion and a book signing will follow the talk.
Julie Rumrill grew up in the quiet corner of Thompson, Connecticut and currently lives near the shore in West Haven. Julie is a faculty member in the Department of Earth Science at Southern Connecticut State University and Senior Consultant for Team Training Associates, LLC. She holds an M.S. in Geology, teaching certifications in Mindfulness and Yoga, and is currently working toward a doctorate in education at the University of Hartford.
In addition to her academic life, Julie leads mindful writing workshops for aspiring writers, and mental resilience training for public safety, NGOs and corporate organizations. When she is not writing, teaching, or leading workshops, she enjoys hiking, kayaking, reading, rock collecting, and spending precious time with family.
Snow date – January 25.