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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.
January 2017
HIGHLIGHTS
Happy New Year! May the coming year bring you many blessings, fabulous stories, happy times and success in all you endeavor.
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.
or contact Carolyn Graves, 258-363-6149 for meeting location.
January 3, Hartland 6:30 pm
Come listen to stories from members of your community on the theme 'New
Beginnings.' Participate by contributing your own tale. Stories must be
true, first-person, and no more than 5 minutes long. The evening's
festivities will be facilitated by Beverly Black of the Ann Arbor
Storytellers Guild. Cromaine Library, 3688 N. Hartland Road. Free
admission, please register. Contact 810-632-5200.
January 3, Ann Arbor 6:00 p.m. doors open/7:30 p.m. stories begin
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 “Voyage.”
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: “Voyage.”
January 8, Ann Arbor 2:00 p.m.
January 8 – “Kerry Tales: ‘Happy New Year’ says Mother Goose.”
Storyteller, Trudy Bulkley, entertains as Mother Goose with rhymes and
stories. 1/2 hour program for young and old alike. Kerrytown Market and
Shops in Hollander’s, 410 N. Fourth Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI. Free.
734-769-3115
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”: Crazy Wisdom Bookstore & Tea Room.
Come and lend an ear to the old tales and new ones too at an evening of
stories for grownups. Enjoy yummy desserts, exotic teas, or light
supper, all available for purchase, while listening to Ann Arbor
Storytellers’ Guild members. Crazy Wisdom Tea Room, 114 S Main. Free but
donations accepted.
www.facebook.com/annarborstorytellers or www.annarborstorytelling.org.
January 14, Detroit 2:00 p.m.
Interactive storyteller, Gwendolyn Lewis, will share "The Life of Martin
Luther King Jr. Through the Eyes of Coretta Scott King" at the Conely
Public Library. The location is 4600 Martin St. For additional
information you may contact the library at 313-481-1590.
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 “” Check website to confirm
listing.
January 17, Grand Rapids 7:00-9:00 p.m.
StorySpinners of Grand Rapids 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 and 4 Kalamazoo
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. This two-day festival starts with Art Hop Friday
night, February 3. Poet Terry Wooten opens the festival at 6
p.m. Visual artist and speed painter Martina Hahn joins Joe Reilly in
concert at 7 p.m. A variety of Martina’s paintings will also be on
display and for sale. Michigan author Patricia Polacco opens up the
festival Saturday, February 4, 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 4 p.m. Authors, educators, and visual
artists fill the vendor fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Wizards of Pop
exhibit on our first floor features pop-up books from Robert Sabuda and
Matthew Reinhart. African-American story quilts fill the third floor
traveling exhibit space in And Still We Rise: Race, Culture, and Visual
Conversations, showing the history of the civil rights movement in
stitches. 230 North Rose Street. Museum admission, vendor fair, and
Storytelling Festival are all FREE
http://kvm.kvcc.edu/plan/storytelling.html
February 5, Ann Arbor 2:00 p.m.
January 8 – “Kerry Tales: “Snow Blows with Mother Goose. Storyteller,
Trudy Bulkley, entertains as Mother Goose with rhymes and stories. 1/2
hour program for young and old alike. Kerrytown Market and Shops in
Hollander’s, 410 N. Fourth Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI. Free. 734-769-3115
February 7, Detroit 5:00 p.m.
"Stories Told With A Purpose- African American Tales Come Alive".
Interactive storyteller, Gwendolyn Lewis, shares music, songs and
stories to families and friends at the Elmwood Library, 550 Chene St.
You may contact the library at 313-877-8014 for additional information.
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..
or contact Carolyn Graves, 258-363-6149 for meeting location.
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, Hartland 6:30 pm
Come listen to stories from members of your community on the theme 'Luck
and Coincidence.' Participate by contributing your own tale. Stories
must be true, first-person, and no more than 5 minutes long. The
evening's festivities will be facilitated by Laura Hayes of the Ann
Arbor Storytellers Guild. Cromaine Library, 3688 N. Hartland Road.
Free admission, please register. Contact 810-632-5200.
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 theme “”
February 21, Grand Rapids 7:00-9:00 p.m.
StorySpinners of Grand Rapids 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 12:00 p.m.
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 26, 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
26, Detroit, Doors open 11 a.m. / 12:30 p.m. story begins
Enjoy a winter afternoon of cultural storytelling by Author Educator,
Storyteller Mary J. Grant and “Spoken Word” by Detroit’s Youth at
Detroit Book City’s African-American Family Book Expo at the Northwest
Activity Center, 18100 Meyers. Meet local Black authors, buy ‘discount’
autographed books and enjoy a host of family, fun entertainment
including kid zone. Free Admission – Open to Public.
www.detroitbookcity.com For info contact: 248-667-6449
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.
MARCH
March 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: “Grudge.”
March 5, Ann Arbor 2:00 p.m.
January 8 – “Kerry Tales: ‘March along with Mother Goose.” Storyteller,
Trudy Bulkley, entertains as Mother Goose with rhymes and stories. 1/2
hour program for young and old alike. Kerrytown Market and Shops in
Hollander’s, 410 N. Fourth Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI. Free. 734-769-3115
March 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
March 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. Free but donations
are accepted.
Info:
www.facebook.com/annarborstorytellers or www.annarborstorytelling.org.
March 16, Oak Park, 6:00 p.m.
"Plant A Seed... Read!! After Storytelling...Then What?" Gwendolyn
Lewis, author and former librarian, will share techniques parents may
use to motivate their children to read. Bring your child so you as a
team may grow together.
The free make-and take-workshop will be held at Oak Park Public Library
14200 Oak Park Blvd. The contact number is 248-691-7480 for
reservations.
March 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
March 18, Plymouth12:00-3:00 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: “Why Mentoring Other Storyellers
Matter,” 2:30 Business meeting. Plymouth Public Library, 223 S. Main
St., (Between Church St. & Penniman Ave.) Information:
Judy@JudySima.com or call: 248-644-3951.www.DetroitStorytelling.org
March 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
March 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.
March 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 theme “”
March 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
March 21, Grand Rapids 7:00-9:00 p.m.
StorySpinners of Grand Rapids welcomes new members to their monthly meeting in members’ homes call Gloria Cangelosi for more information
storyspinnersgr@gmail.com
March 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.
March 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.
STORYTELLING ORGANIZATIONS/MEETINGS
Michigan guilds listed at http://www.MichiganStorytelling.org
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Managing Editor 810-813-3000 Distribution Editor 248-644-3951
