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Storytelling Event Calendar
www.MichiganStorytelling.org
Free Since 2001
Yvonne Healy, Editor • Judy Sima, Distribution Editor
All events are located in Michigan unless otherwise noted.
Submission: Judy@JudySima.com by the 15th of the month.
December 1, 2016
HIGHLIGHTS
DECEMBER
December 1, 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. This month’s theme is: “Risk.”
December 2 & 3, Grosse Pointe Shores 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Edsel & Eleanor Ford House - Winter Wonderland Weekends. Bundle up
the family for some outdoor fun because Ford House will be putting a
little sparkle around your steps this holiday season! Enjoy Storytelling
by Karen Czarnik, twinkling lights & holiday music while you stroll
around the grounds. For more info go to
www.fordhouse.org/events/ 1100 Lake Shore Road.
December 4, Ann Arbor 2:00 p.m.
“Kerry Tales: Lambs, Lions and Mother Goose”Storyteller,
Trudy Bulkley, entertains as Mother Goose with rhymes and stories. 1/2
hour program for young and old alike. 2 p.m., Kerrytown Market and
Shops in Hollander’s, 410 N. Fourth Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI. Free.
734-769-3115
December 6, White Lake 7:00-9:00 p.m.
May-Nov Fisk Farm
North Oakland County Storytellers (NOCS) welcomes new members to their monthly meetings. Fisk Farm schoolhouse, Highland Road (M-59) and Fisk Farm.
or contact Carolyn Graves, 258-363-6149 for more information
December 6, Ann Arbor 6:00 p.m. doors open/7:30 p.m. stories begin
Doors open at 6:00 for the monthly Moth Story Slam located at Circus
Bar, 210 S. First Avenue, thanks to Michigan Public Radio. 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. Tickets $8 at the door. This month’s theme “Food”
December 8, Ann Arbor 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Story Night in Crazy Wisdom Tea Room. Come, lend an ear to tales old
and new, during an evening of stories for grownups., 114 South Main
Street. Enjoy delicious desserts, exotic teas, or a light supper while
listening to Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild members. Info:
www.facebook.com/annarborstorytellers or www.annarborstorytelling.org. Free but donations are accepted.
December 9 & 10, Grosse Pointe Shores 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Edsel & Eleanor Ford House - Winter Wonderland Weekends. Bundle up
the family for some outdoor fun because Ford House will be putting a
little sparkle around your steps this holiday season! Enjoy Storytelling
by Karen Czarnik, twinkling lights & holiday music while you stroll
around the grounds. For more info go to
www.fordhouse.org/events/ 1100 Lake Shore Road.
December 14, 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). Monthly meetings
continue from June through September at members' homes. Contact Ned
Carter, 231-755-2383 or email him at
carteredwin93@yahoo.com
December 16, Grosse Pointe Shores 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Edsel & Eleanor Ford House - Winter Wonderland Weekends. Bundle up
the family for some outdoor fun because Ford House will be putting a
little sparkle around your steps this holiday season! Enjoy Storytelling
by Karen Czarnik, twinkling lights & holiday music while you stroll
around the grounds. For more info go to
www.fordhouse.org/events/ 1100 Lake Shore Road.
December 16, Detroit 7:30 p.m. Doors @6:30 p.m.
The Secret Society Of Twisted Storytellers, presents "The Wiz!"
Storytime with Tony Award Winning Choreographer and Director, Dr. George
Faison with Twisted Storytellers, Les Gold, (Pawn Stars) and Gina
Ellis. Twisted Musical and Dance Guests, Vocalist, Maurissa Rose and
orchestra conducted by Edward Gooch with Legacy Dance Studios and LSO
Dance Company. A curated, live storytelling event. Real People. True
Stories. Told Live. Cash Bar! Hosted by Satori Shakoor. Detroit
Institute of Arts Film Theatre 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202.
For Info and Tickets visit:
www.twistedtellers.org/events or call 313-744-6037.
December 17, Redford 12:00-3:00 p.m.
Detroit Story League invites you to enjoy our monthly meeting.
Visitors welcome. 12:00 Bring a lunch - our hosts will provide coffee
and dessert. 1:00 stories and impromptu stories, 2:30 Business meeting.
Redford Township Library, 25320 W. Six Mile Road (Between Beech Daly and
Telegraph) Information:
Judy@JudySima.com or call: 248-644-3951.
www.DetroitStorytelling.org
December 17, Detroit 2:00 p.m.
“Funtales with Kwanzaa” Master Storyteller Ivory D. Williams celebrates
Kwanzaa with an interactive, entertaining and fun storytelling
presentation for youth and adults. Detroit Institute of Arts. Free with
museum admission. 5200 Woodward Ave, Detroit 48202. For info contact:
313-833-7900
December 17, Detroit 3:00 p.m.
The Detroit Association of Black Storytellers will present their annual
Holiday Storytelling Festival “Selfies with Santa” at the Children’s
Library (Detroit Public Library 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan,
48202, (313) 418-1300). Come enjoy holiday stories, drumming, arts and
crafts, light refreshments and selfies with Santa.
December 17, Grosse Pointe Shores 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Edsel & Eleanor Ford House - Winter Wonderland Weekends. Bundle up
the family for some outdoor fun because Ford House will be putting a
little sparkle around your steps this holiday season! Enjoy Storytelling
by Judy Sima, twinkling lights & holiday music while you stroll
around the grounds. 1100 Lake Shore Road. For more info go to
www.fordhouse.org/events/
December 18, Detroit, 2:00 p.m.
Join award winning storyteller, author, and teaching artist, Judy Sima,
for "Storytelling: Hanukkah the Festival of Lights" as she lights up the
holiday season with Hanukkah stories of miracles, menorahs, and magic
dredyls. Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave. Free with museum
admission. Info:
www.DIA.org For info contact: Emily Bowyer 734-968-7095
December 19, Lansing 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Lansing Storytellers Guild invites new members to their monthly
meeting. Schuler Books in Eastwood Town Center. Contact for more
information: Jean Bolley, phone 517-281-8036 or email
bolleyj@hotmail.com and/or Shirley Bradley
shirleyjane24@yahoo.com
December 19, Traverse City 7:00 p.m.
"Passport." Here: Say is a live, monthly storytelling series held on the
third Monday of each month at InsideOut Gallery, 229 Garland Street. At
this show, performers will tell tales of international travel. Free.
Visit
heresaystorytelling.com to listen to the podcast of past shows and write to us at
heresaytc@gmail.com if you're
interested in performing at an upcoming show.
December 20, Ann Arbor 6:00 p.m. doors open/7:30 p.m. stories begin
Doors open at 6:00 for the monthly Moth Story Slam located at Circus
Bar, 210 S. First Avenue, thanks to Michigan Public Radio. 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.
Tickets $8 at the door. This month’s theme “Give and Take”
December 20, Mt Pleasant 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Mid-Michigan Area Storytellers, M.A.S.T., welcomes new members to
their monthly meeting at Veteran's Memorial Library Annex Community
Room, 301 S. University. Mt. Pleasant, MI Info. Joe Remenar
December 20, Grand Rapids 7:00-9:00 p.m.
StorySpinners of GrandRapids welcomes new members to their monthly meeting in members’ homes call Gloria Cangelosi for more information
storyspinnersgr@gmail.com
JANUARY
January 2, Kalamazoo Noon-1:00 p.m.
Master Storyteller Ivory D. Williams presents “Stories Galore” as part
of Kalamazoo Valley Museum’s “Holiday Break,” a highly interactive and
fun storytelling presentation on the campus of Kalamazoo Valley
Community College. 6767 W O Avenue. Free admission, for info contact:
269-373-7955
January 2, White Lake 7:00-9:00 p.m.
May-Nov Fisk Farm
North Oakland County Storytellers (NOCS) welcomes new members to their monthly meetings. Fisk Farm schoolhouse, Highland Road (M-59) and Fisk Farm.
or contact Carolyn Graves, 258-363-6149 for more information.
January 5, 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. This month’s theme is:
January 11, 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). Monthly meetings
continue from June through September at members' homes. Contact Ned
Carter, 231-755-2383 or email him at
carteredwin93@yahoo.com
January 12, Ann Arbor 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Story Night in Crazy Wisdom Tea Room. Come, lend an ear to tales old
and new, during an evening of stories for grownups., 114 South Main
Street. Enjoy delicious desserts, exotic teas, or a light supper while
listening to Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild members. Info:
www.facebook.com/annarborstorytellers or www.annarborstorytelling.org. Free but donations are accepted.
January 16, Lansing 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Lansing Storytellers Guild invites new members to their monthly
meeting. Schuler Books in Eastwood Town Center. Contact for more
information: Jean Bolley, phone 517-281-8036 or email
bolleyj@hotmail.com and/or Shirley Bradley
shirleyjane24@yahoo.com
January 17, Ann Arbor 6:00 p.m. doors open/7:30 p.m. stories begin
Doors open at 6:00 for the monthly Moth Story Slam located at Circus
Bar, 210 S. First Avenue, thanks to Michigan Public Radio. 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. Tickets $8 at the door. This month’s theme:
January 17, Grand Rapids 7:00-9:00 p.m.
StorySpinners of GrandRapids welcomes new members to their monthly meeting in members’ homes call Gloria Cangelosi for more information
storyspinnersgr@gmail.com
January 20, Detroit 8 p.m. Doors @7:30 p.m.
The award-winning Secret Society Of Twisted Storytellers, presents
"Mothers" a curated, live storytelling event. Real People. True Stories.
Told Live. Featuring Five Twisted Storytellers with Musical and Dance
Guests. Local Artisans/Exhibitors and Cash Bar! Hosted by Satori
Shakoor. Charles H. Wright Museum 315 E. Warren Avenue, Detroit, MI
48201. For Info, Tickets & Video visit:
www.twistedtellers.org/events or call 313-744-6037
January 21, Livonia 12:00-3:00 p.m.
Detroit Story League invites you to enjoy our monthly meeting.
Visitors welcome. 12:00 Bring a lunch - our hosts will provide coffee
and dessert. 1:00 stories and workshop (Judy Sima – “Crafting Personal
Stories”), 2:30 Business meeting. Livonia Civic Center Library, 32777
Five Mile Road (between Farmington and Merriman) Information:
Judy@JudySima.com or call: 248-644-3951.
www.DetroitStorytelling.org
January 22, Ann Arbor 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild monthly meeting: Ann Arbor District Library. 343 S. Fifth Ave., (3
rd
floor, free space room) Meetings always start with stories, and then,
more stories! Listeners and tellers welcome. More information:
www.annarborstorytelling.org or
www.facebook.com/annarborstorytellers. Meetings are free.
January 23, Traverse City 7:00 p.m.
"Passport." Here:Say is a live, monthly storytelling series held on the
third Monday of each month at InsideOut Gallery, 229 Garland Street. At
this show, performers will tell tales of international travel. Free.
Visit
heresaystorytelling.com to listen to the podcast of past shows and write to us at
heresaytc@gmail.com if you're interested in performing at an upcoming show.
January 24, Mt Pleasant 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Mid-Michigan Area Storytellers, M.A.S.T., welcomes new members to
their monthly meeting at Veteran's Memorial Library Annex Community
Room, 301 S. University. Mt. Pleasant, MI Info. Joe Remenar
jremenar66@yahoo.com
January 28, Detroit 10:00 am-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: Amy Jackson 313-567-5949. New members welcome.
FEBRUARY
February 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. This month’s theme is:
February 3, Kalamazoo 6:00 p.m
The Kalamazoo Valley Museum celebrates their 5th Annual Storytelling
Festival, “Searching for Peace!” Storytellers from across the United
States will come together to explore unity, equality, diversity, and
inclusion for all. Poet Terry Wooton opens the festival at 6 p.m.
Visual artist and speed painter Martina Hahn joins Joe Reilly in concert
at 7 p.m. Kalamazoo Valley Museum, 230 North Rose Street,
(269)373-7990, FREE
http://kvm.kvcc.edu/plan/storytelling.html
February 4, Kalamazoo 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
The Kalamazoo Valley Museum celebrates their 5th Annual Storytelling Festival, “Searching for Peace!”
Michigan author Patricia Polacco opens up the festival at 10 a.m.,
followed by Adam Mellema, Mark Binder, Tim Cusack, Noa Baum, Sidney
Ellis and son, and Judy Sima at the top of every hour till 5
p.m. Kalamazoo Valley Museum, 230 North Rose Street, (269)373-7990, FREE
http://kvm.kvcc.edu/plan/storytelling.html
February 7, White Lake 7:00-9:00 p.m.
May-Nov Fisk Farm
North Oakland County Storytellers (NOCS) welcomes new members to their monthly meetings. Fisk Farm schoolhouse, Highland Road (M-59) and Fisk Farm.
or contact Carolyn Graves, 258-363-6149 for more information.
February 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). Monthly meetings
continue from June through September at members' homes. Contact Ned
Carter, 231-755-2383 or email him at
carteredwin93@yahoo.com
February 9, Ann Arbor 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Story Night in Crazy Wisdom Tea Room. Come, lend an ear to tales old
and new, during an evening of stories for grownups., 114 South Main
Street. Enjoy delicious desserts, exotic teas, or a light supper while
listening to Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild members. Info:
www.facebook.com/annarborstorytellers or www.annarborstorytelling.org. Free but donations are accepted.
February 17, Detroit 8 p.m. Doors @7:30 p.m.
The award-winning Secret Society Of Twisted Storytellers, presents
"Mothers" a curated, live storytelling event. Real People. True Stories.
Told Live. Featuring Five Twisted Storytellers with Musical and Dance
Guests. Local Artisans/Exhibitors and Cash Bar! Hosted by Satori
Shakoor. Charles H. Wright Museum 315 E. Warren Avenue, Detroit, MI
48201. For Info, Tickets & Video visit:
www.twistedtellers.org/events or call 313-744-6037
February 18, Berkley 12:00-3:00 p.m.
Detroit Story League invites you to enjoy our monthly meeting.
Visitors welcome. 12:00 Bring a lunch - our hosts will provide coffee
and dessert. 1:00 stories and workshop (Celebration of Life), 2:30
Business meeting) Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy.(Between 11
& 12 Mile Roads) Information:
Judy@JudySima.com or call: 248-644-3951.
www.DetroitStorytelling.org
February 20, Lansing 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Lansing Storytellers Guild invites new members to their monthly
meeting. Schuler Books in Eastwood Town Center. Contact for more
information: Jean Bolley, phone 517-281-8036 or email
bolleyj@hotmail.com and/or Shirley Bradley
shirleyjane24@yahoo.com
February 20, Traverse City 7:00 p.m.
"Passport." Here:Say is a live, monthly storytelling series held on the
third Monday of each month at InsideOut Gallery, 229 Garland Street. At
this show, performers will tell tales of international travel. Free.
Visit
heresaystorytelling.com to listen to the podcast of past shows and write to us at
heresaytc@gmail.com if you're interested in performing at an upcoming show.
February 21, Ann Arbor 6:00 p.m. doors open/7:30 p.m. stories begin
Doors open at 6:00 for the monthly Moth Story Slam located at Circus
Bar, 210 S. First Avenue, thanks to Michigan Public Radio. 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. Tickets $8 at the door. This month’s them
February 21, Grand Rapids 7:00-9:00 p.m.
StorySpinners of GrandRapids welcomes new members to their monthly meeting in members’ homes call Gloria Cangelosi for more information
storyspinnersgr@gmail.com
February 21, Mt Pleasant 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Mid-Michigan Area Storytellers, M.A.S.T., welcomes new members to
their monthly meeting at Veteran's Memorial Library Annex Community
Room, 301 S. University. Mt. Pleasant, MI Info. Joe Remenar
jremenar66@yahoo.com
February 25, Detroit 10:00 am-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: Amy Jackson 313-567-5949. New members welcome.
February 25, Detroit Noon-1pm
The annual and always fun “African American History Family Day” at the
Detroit Historical Museum. Master Storyteller Ivory D. Williams displays
his trademark wit, wisdom and humor with an array of stories to the
delight of youth and adults alike. Detroit Historical Museum auditorium,
5401 Woodward. Free admission, for info contact: 313-833-1801
February 25, Ann Arbor 7:30 p.m.
Don’t miss this year’s annual Storytelling Festival at The Ark featuring
funny men: Bill Harley, Bil Lepp, and Don White in “Fathers Daze.” With
emcee Barbara Schutzgruber. 316 South Main Street. Tickets $20.
www.theark.org
February 25, Ann Arbor 1:00 p.m.
Storytelling for Kids featuring Don White, Bil Lepp and Bill Harleywith
Emcee Barbara Schutzgruber. Ticket $10. 316 South Main Street.
www.theark.org
February 26, Ann Arbor 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild monthly meeting Ann Arbor District Library, 343 S. Fifth Ave. (3
rd
floor, free space room) Meetings always start with stories, and then,
more stories! Listeners and tellers welcome. More information:
www.annarborstorytelling.org or
www.facebook.com/annarborstorytellers. Meetings are free.
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Michigan guilds listed at http://www.MichiganStorytelling.org
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