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Downsizing and Decluttering: You Can’t Take It with You!
2025-09-19 16:00:00 2025-09-19 16:45:00 America/New_York Downsizing and Decluttering: You Can’t Take It with You! A lifetime is spent accumulating treasures, trinkets and memories. All that “stuff” can make downsizing a monumental endeavor. Join Steve Lanning for practical tips on downsizing and decluttering. Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Friday, September 19
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-19 16:00:00 2025-09-19 16:45:00 America/New_York Downsizing and Decluttering: You Can’t Take It with You! A lifetime is spent accumulating treasures, trinkets and memories. All that “stuff” can make downsizing a monumental endeavor. Join Steve Lanning for practical tips on downsizing and decluttering. Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

A lifetime is spent accumulating treasures, trinkets and memories. All that “stuff” can make downsizing a monumental endeavor. Join Steve Lanning for practical tips on downsizing and decluttering.

Having too much stuff can impede people from relocating or getting health care into their homes. This engaging presentation explores why stuff is so important for some people and teaches ten easy-to-follow tips on downsizing and decluttering. Learn how to get started, stay organized, and have some fun doing it!

Presented by Steve Lanning, volunteer with the AARP MA Speakers Bureau.

Registration is encouraged.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Workshop | Lecture | Health and Wellness |

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