Editable template
Online Family Newsletter Template
Need a family newsletter? Open this editable Publisher-style layout, add your headline, family updates, and photos, then export a clean PDF from your browser.
Open in your browser, customize the design, then export a clean PDF for printing or sharing.
Best ways to use this family newsletter
- 1
Year-end holiday letter
Recap the year's biggest moments in a few short sections. Add a family photo and a warm sign-off to close the year on a high note.
- 2
Family update newsletter
Share news between holidays, from a move to a new job. Keep each update brief so the whole family stays in the loop.
- 3
New-baby announcement insert
Add a section welcoming a new arrival with name, date, and a photo. Tuck it into a card or send it on its own.
- 4
Reunion newsletter
Gather updates from across the family ahead of a reunion. Add a schedule or a list of who's coming so everyone's prepared.
- 5
Photo recap
Let pictures carry the story with a photo-heavy layout. Add brief captions so each image has context.
- 6
Holiday card insert
Create a one-page insert to slip inside your holiday cards. Add a short message and a favorite photo from the year.
Online Family Newsletter Template
Open in your browser, customize the design, then export a clean PDF for printing or sharing.
What you can edit
- Newsletter headline
- Date or year
- Story headings
- Family updates
- Photos
- Photo captions
- Sign-off
- Family name
What to include in a family newsletter
A family newsletter usually opens with a headline and the year or date, then breaks the news into short, scannable sections with their own headings. Add a photo or two with captions, keep each update brief and warm, and close with a sign-off and your family name. Leading with the most exciting news keeps readers engaged from the top.
How to customize an imported Publisher template
This newsletter was imported from a Microsoft Publisher design and opens as a faithful, locked layout in your browser. Add text boxes for your updates and image boxes for photos, or use Make text editable to change the original headings and body text in place. When the columns read well, export a clean PDF to print or email.
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How to customize this family newsletter
- 1Open the template. Open this family newsletter in the browser editor. The original design loads as a faithful, exportable layout.
- 2Add your text and photos. Add text boxes for your headline and updates, and image boxes for your family photos.
- 3Edit the original wording (optional). Use Make text editable to change the original headings and body text in the imported design.
- 4Preview the layout. Read through the columns and check that photos and captions line up before exporting.
- 5Export a clean PDF. Export a clean PDF from your browser, ready to print or email to family and friends.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need Microsoft Publisher installed?+
No. This template is browser-based, so you can customize and export from any modern browser with nothing to install. You can also open an existing .pub file if you have one.
Is this a true copy of the original Publisher design?+
Yes. The newsletter is imported as a faithful copy that you customize on top, and you can use Make text editable to change the original headings and body text.
How long should a family newsletter be?+
One page is plenty for most families. Break the news into a few short sections so it stays easy to read, and add a second page only if you have more to share.
Can I email the newsletter instead of printing?+
Yes. Export the finished newsletter as a PDF and email it to family and friends, or share the file however you like.
How do I add several photos?+
Add an image box wherever you want a picture and upload your photo, then resize it to fit the column. Repeat for each photo and add a short caption beside it.
Is this affiliated with Microsoft?+
No. Publish Media Software is independent and not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Microsoft Corporation. 'Microsoft Publisher' is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Is this only for Microsoft Publisher files?+
Publisher comes first: open your .pub files, start from a print-ready Publisher-style template, or create a brand-new document — all in your browser. As a bonus, you can also open Word, PowerPoint, PDF, and image files and fully edit them online when you need to.
Can I open a Word, PowerPoint, or PDF file too?+
Yes. Alongside Publisher .pub files you can open Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and PDF files (and PNG/JPG/WebP images) as an editable starting point, then edit them in your browser and export a clean PDF. Publisher is our focus; these are a convenience for the other files you already have.
Can I export a clean PDF?+
Yes. Every document exports to a clean, print-ready PDF — included on the free plan. You can keep editing online and return to your project anytime.