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Events in May 2020
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Granite State Story Swap
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Granite State Story Swap
Canterbury Shaker VillageCanterbury, NHUnited States6035487268 -
Ann Arbor Storytellers Guild Zoom virtual concert
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Ann Arbor Storytellers Guild Zoom virtual concert
Online TeleconferenceLIVING ROOM LIVE! This online storytelling concert features some of the best storytellers that the Ann Arbor Storytellers Guild has to offer. Hosted by Steve Daut, tellers include Beverly Black, Steve Daut, Jeff Doyle, Jane Fink, Laura Lee Hayes, Lorelle Otis, and Judy Schmidt. There is no cost for this concert, but donations are gratefully accepted. To register in advance for this meeting, go to:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwuduutrzIvlm_ckSxWAHYgkUyr0Ko2LA
Send questions to mail@stevedaut.com
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Monthly Moth Story Slam
Monthly Moth Story Slam
Ann Arbor, MIJanuary 7, Ann Arbor 6:30 p.m. Doors Open, 7:30 p.m. stories begin
Monthly Moth Story Slam at Zingerman's Greyline, 100 N. Ashley St. Prepare a 5 minute story on the theme, toss your name in the hat, and if your name is pulled, step up and tell your true personal story live without notes. Volunteers from the audience judge the stories. Info: www.theMoth.org Note: adults only. Language and topics are often unsuitable for children. Check website for theme and to purchase tickets.Laura Packer Featured at Story Space online Tue 05/05/2020–
Laura Packer Featured at Story Space online Tue 05/05/2020
Online TeleconferencePlease do not go to Havurat Shalom.
The Story Space online
Every Tuesday from 6:45-9:00 PM EDT
To attend the event
1. go to http://www.storyspace.org
2. Click on the word Invitation for all the instructions
including how to put your name in the tin for open telling.
New content is posted each Tuesday morning.
To learn more or be on our mailing list send email to: info@storyspace.org.
There is an $8 requested donation. Click Here to feed the Kitty.NAME: Laura Packer
Story Space alumna Laura Packer knows the best way to the truth is through a good story. She has won many awards including the 2012 New England Storytelling Brother Blue Award. Laura has used the transformative power of writing and story to entertain, enlighten, coach, heal and consult. Her stories range from traditional to personal to outrageous fabulist fiction.
For more information please visit
Feature’s website: http://www.laurapacker.com/
There is an $8 requested donation.Every Tuesday night is Story Space from 6:45 – 9:00 P.M. ET.
Storytelling of all types and styles in a friendly, cooperative venue where seasoned tellers and newcomers alike are received with full attention.
There are no content restrictions, other than prohibiting deliberately offensive language.
Try out a new story, spin an old favorite, or just listen.
No Topics. No Competition. No Judging. Just Stories.
In the spirit of Brother Blue.There is an $8 requested donation. Click Here.
Signup for Open Telling (8-minute slots) starts at 6:45 P.M. EDT.
Open Telling starts at 7:00 P.M. EDT sharp.
Then around 8:00 PM EDT we have the Featured Teller.Story Space website: http://www.storySpace.org/
Story Space Face Book page: https://www.facebook.com/The-Story-Space-177178758969270/
Story Space eMail: info@StorySpace.Org
"Program Subject to Change"
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Parent-Tellers
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Parent-Tellers
Chatterton Middle School24333 Ryan RoadWarren, MI 48091United StatesDo you want to become a storyteller? Do want to strengthen your storytelling skills? Do you want supportive coaching on the stories you tell? Now in its 31st year, join Judy Sima’s famed Parent-Tellers. Most Thursday mornings during the school year. We meet at Chatterton Middle School, 24333 Ryan Road (south of 10 Mile) Contact Judy if you wish to participate. 248-644-3951 Judy@JudySima.com . You don’t have to be a parent to attend
Monthly Moth Story SlamMonthly Moth Story Slam
Detroit, MIJanuary 2, Detroit 7:00 p.m. doors open/7:00 p.m. stories begin
The monthly Moth Story Slam located at the Marble Bar, 1501 Holden St. Prepare a 5-minute story on the theme, toss your name in the hat, and if your name is pulled, step up and tell your true personal story live without notes. Volunteers from the audience judge the stories. Note: adults only. Info: www.themoth.org Language and topics are often unsuitable for children. Tickets $5 at the door. Check website to confirm listing, theme and purchase tickets. -
2nd Sundays @ The Center
2nd Sundays @ The Center
The Center for Art and Inspiration125 S. Main StreetHendersonville, NC 28792United States828-697-8547This is a series of special events with professional storytellers taking you on a journey through time, evoking history, memory, and connection. Lose yourself in the art of storytelling and accompanying music. Each month a different storyteller brings a unique program with storytelling and music.
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As I Recall Storytelling Guild: Hancock County Public Library
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As I Recall Storytelling Guild: Hancock County Public Library
Hancock County Public Library900 W. McKenzie RoadGreenfield, IN 46140United StatesEverybody has a story to tell! Come listen, learn, and share your family stories. It’s your chance to recall a moment from your life, try out a new story with an audience, or just listen to some good family stories. All are welcome!
Cost: Free
Bynum Storytelling Workshop–
Bynum Storytelling Workshop
Bynum General Store950 Bynum RoadPittsboro, NC 27312Newbies welcome! Try your story out on us! We promise to be kind and keep it positive. Casual - bring a sandwich if you are coming straight from work. Sound system, lights, stage - practice under the lights!
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Self Care for Storytellers During Social Distancing workshop
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Self Care for Storytellers During Social Distancing workshop
Online Zoom meetingBefore you can perform, teach, or coach, you must first take care of yourself. This gentle workshop will lead you through a series of self-care exercises designed for storytellers. With guided meditation to enhance creativity, short story sharing, and other tips for self care, you will gain new insight into how to take care of yourself and remain creative through challenging times.
This FREE event is open to everyone via Zoom teleconferencing. After registering, you'll receive an email message with the Zoom link.
REGISTER at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/self-care-for-storytellers-during-social-distancing-workshop-tickets-103639257810
Workshop leader Laura Packer has been performing, coaching, writing, consulting, and leading the storytelling field for more than 25 years. She knows the best way to the truth is through a good story and that this universally accessible artform creates empathy, builds bridges, and has the power to change the world. As the author of the award-winning From Audience to Zeal: The ABCs of Finding, Crafting, and Telling a Great Story and the accompanying workbook, she is committed to helping others find their voice. As the creator of #storyseeds she is dedicated to helping others deepen thrive creativity. Laura has won many awards for her storytelling and service to the storytelling community. She currently serves as the vice-president of Story Arts of MN.
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Self Care for Storytellers During Social Distancing workshop
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Muskegon Yarnspinners Monthly Meeting
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Muskegon Yarnspinners Monthly Meeting
Muskegon, MIJanuary 8, Muskegon 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Muskegon Yarnspinners: welcome new members at their monthly meetings from October through May at the Hope Reformed Church, 1878 Evanston, (Corner of Quarterline and Evanston). Contact: Cliff Cook, 616-638-1121, cwcook13@aol.com. -
Parent-Tellers
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Parent-Tellers
Chatterton Middle School24333 Ryan RoadWarren, MI 48091United StatesDo you want to become a storyteller? Do want to strengthen your storytelling skills? Do you want supportive coaching on the stories you tell? Now in its 31st year, join Judy Sima’s famed Parent-Tellers. Most Thursday mornings during the school year. We meet at Chatterton Middle School, 24333 Ryan Road (south of 10 Mile) Contact Judy if you wish to participate. 248-644-3951 Judy@JudySima.com . You don’t have to be a parent to attend
Mid-Michigan Area Storytellers (M.A.S.T.) meeting–
Mid-Michigan Area Storytellers (M.A.S.T.) meeting
Veteran's Memorial Library, Founders Room301 S. UniversityMt. Pleasant, MI 48858United States989-773-3242Mid-Michigan Area Storytellers, M.A.S.T., welcomes visitors and new members to their meetings which gathers every 2nd Thursday of the month. We meet at Veteran's Memorial Library Founders Room, 301 S. University, Please join us to talk about and tell our stories! Contact info: Joe Remenar jremenar66@yahoo.com.
Go Comedy Improv Theater–
Go Comedy Improv Theater
Ferndale, MIUnited StatesGo Comedy Improv Theater. Prepare a 5-7 minute true story based on the theme. Storytelling beginners and veterans welcome. Adult content is permitted, and shows are sometimes not suitable for children. The theme for the following month is announced at the end of every show and posted at https://www.facebook.com/LetsJustSayGoComedy/. Prepare a 5-7 minute true story based on the theme. Lineups are set before the show; those who want to tell a story should email letsjustsay@gocomedy.net. Previous shows can be viewed at our Youtube channel. Tickets are $10 at gocomedy.net or at the door
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Detroit Story League ZOOM virtual meeting
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Detroit Story League ZOOM virtual meeting
Online TeleconferenceDetroit Story League invites you to join our monthly meeting via Zoom. For more information contact Judy@JudySima.com or call: 248-644-3951. Online workshop “Telling Your Story” contact Judy to register. www.DetroitStorytelling.org.
Parent-Tellers–
Parent-Tellers
Chatterton Middle School24333 Ryan RoadWarren, MI 48091United StatesDo you want to become a storyteller? Do want to strengthen your storytelling skills? Do you want supportive coaching on the stories you tell? Now in its 31st year, join Judy Sima’s famed Parent-Tellers. Most Thursday mornings during the school year. We meet at Chatterton Middle School, 24333 Ryan Road (south of 10 Mile) Contact Judy if you wish to participate. 248-644-3951 Judy@JudySima.com . You don’t have to be a parent to attend
Homesteaders' Storytelling Guild–
Homesteaders' Storytelling Guild
Waterford Public Library49 Rope Ferry RoadWaterford, CT 06385United States860-444-5805A monthly meeting of storytellers, writers, and poets who share and critique one another's work.
Detroit Story League Monthly Meeting–
Detroit Story League Monthly Meeting
Plymouth, MIUnited StatesJanuary 18, Plymouth 12:00-3:00 p.m.
Detroit Story League invites you to enjoy our monthly meeting. Visitors welcome. 12:00 Bring your lunch, 12:30 stories begin followed by a workshop, 2:00 Business meeting. Plymouth Public Library, 223 S. Main. 734-453-0750. For more Information: Judy@JudySima.com or call: 248-644-3951. www.DetroitStorytelling.org -
"Hearsay."
"Hearsay."
Traverse City, MIUnited States"Hearsay." Gossip! Gossip! We want gossip! Scheduled performers at this Here:Say Storytelling mainstage show will tell true, first-person stories about times that they had all these rumors surrounding them every day. The Workshop Brewing Company, 221 Garland Street. karen@heresaystorytelling.com,
facebook.com/heresaytc, heresaystorytelling.com. Requested $7 donation at door.Lansing Storytellers Guild Monthly Meeting–
Lansing Storytellers Guild Monthly Meeting
Okemos, MIUnited StatesJanuary 20, Okemos 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Lansing Storytellers Guild invites new members to their monthly meeting. Schuler in Eastwood Town Center Contact for more information: Jean Bolley, phone 517-281-8036 or email bolleyj@hotmail.com and/or Shirley Bradley, shirleyjane@comcast.net -
Monthly Moth Story Slam
Monthly Moth Story Slam
Ann Arbor, MIUnited StatesJanuary 21, Ann Arbor 6:30 p.m. Doors Open, 7:30 p.m. stories begin
Monthly Moth Story Slam at Zingerman's Greyline, 100 N. Ashley St. Prepare a 5-minute story on the theme, toss your name in the hat, and if your name is pulled, step up and tell your true personal story live without notes. Volunteers from the audience judge the stories. Info: www.theMoth.org Note: adults only. Language and topics are often unsuitable for children. Check website to confirm listing, theme and purchase tickets. -
As I Recall Storytelling Guild: College Branch Library
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As I Recall Storytelling Guild: College Branch Library
College Library4180 N. College AvenueIndianapolis, IN 46205, IN 466205United StatesEverybody has a story to tell! Come listen, learn, and share your family stories. It’s a chance to recall a moment from your life, try out a new story with an audience, or just listen to some good family stories. All are welcome!
Cost: Free
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StorySpinners of Grand Rapids Monthly Meeting
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StorySpinners of Grand Rapids Monthly Meeting
Grand Rapids, MIUnited StatesJanuary 20, Grand Rapids 6:30-8:30 p.m.
StorySpinners of Grand Rapids: Monthly meeting featuring stories, education, and a treat. Come listen or share your favorite tale. Shawmut Hills School 2550 Burritt St. NW. www.storyspinners.org -
Detroit Association of Black Storytellers Monthly Meeting
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Detroit Association of Black Storytellers Monthly Meeting
Detroit, MIUnited StatesJanuary 25, Detroit 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Detroit Association of Black Storytellers invites you to attend their monthly meeting at the Charles Wright Museum of African American History, 315 E Warren Ave. Join us for a story, workshop, refreshments and business meeting. www.detroitassociationofblackstorytellers.com or call: Jatu Gray, 313-433-4249. New members welcome -
Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild Monthly meetings
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Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild Monthly meetings
Ann Arbor, MIUnited StatesJanuary 26, Ann Arbor 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild Monthly meetings - Ann Arbor District Library – 343 South Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48104 - 3rd floor freespace room. Meetings always start with stories, and then, more stories! Listeners and tellers welcome. Meetings are free. More information: annarborstorytelling.org or facebook.com/annarborstorytellers