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Judy Sima Editor
All events are located in Michigan unless otherwise noted.
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APRIL 1, 2020
HIGHLIGHTS
April 1, 2020
HIGHLIGHTS
Due to the precautions surrounding
the Coronavirus, many storytelling meetings and events have been
canceled for the rest of March and April. The cancellations are listed
below. Be sure to double check before you head out for the events or
meetings that have not been listed. An updated calendar will be sent
out in the beginning of April.
Stay safe. Stay well – and hopefully things will improve in May
MARCH
March 20, Detroit 8 p.m. Doors @7:00 p.m.
CANCELED
The award-winning Secret Society Of Twisted Storytellers, presents 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, For information, tickets, and video
visit:
www.twistedtellers.org/events or call 313-744-6037
March 20, Midland, 7:30 p.m. CANCELED
"ROAR." Invited local performers will tell true, first-person stories
about trying to change the world, or their own corner of it, by
embracing the anthem “I am woman, hear me roar!” This live storytelling
event will be staged in March to coincide with Women’s History
Month. Midland Center for the Arts, 1801 W. Saint Andrews
St. karen@heresaystorytelling.com,
facebook.com/heresaytc,
heresaystorytelling.com. FREE.
March 21, Plymouth 12:00-3:00 p.m. CANCELED
Detroit Story League invites you to
enjoy our monthly meeting. Visitors welcome. 12:00 Bring your lunch,
12:30 stories begin. Plymouth Public Library. 223 S. Main St.
734-453-0750. For more Information: Judy@JudySima.com or call: 248-644-3951. www.DetroitStorytelling.org
March 22, Charlotte 2:00 p.m. CANCELED
Liar's Club II. Lansing storytelling Guild members and guests present an afternoon of whoppers, tall tales and outright lies
. Join us at Windwalker Underground Gallery, 125 S. Cochran Ave. $5 or four cans of food for the food bank.
March 22, Ann Arbor 2:00-4:00 p.m. CANCELED
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
March 26 and 27, Vernal, UT, 7:00 p.m. CANCELED
Join storytellers Corinne Stavish, Adam Booth and Laura K. Deal at the
Vernal, Utah Storytelling Festival, 721 W. 100 South, Vernal, UT.
Tickets $3 for students; $5 for adults; $10 for family.
https://www.nowplayingutah.com/event/vernal-utah-storytelling-festival/
March 27, Royal Oak 8:00-9:00 a.m.
New storytelling group: The
Storytelling SIG (Special Interest Group) is a regular meeting for
business professionals to hone their storytelling skills, develop
critical leadership skills related to communication, and help members
bring storytelling to their organizations. The Office Coffee Shop at
402 S Lafayette Ave,
The meeting is free, although we do ask you to purchase a drink or
snack from the venue. Contact Jessica Tower with questions at
248-660-0106 or
jessica@towerandco.com.
www.towerandco.com/events
March 28, Shelby Township CANCELED
Storyteller, song writer, Don White performs at Shelby Gardens for his
annual fundraiser to raise money and awareness for cancer research.
50265 Van Dyke Ave
https://www.shelbygardens.com/
March 28, Detroit 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. CANCELED
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
March 29, Chelsea 2:00-4:00 p.m. Workshop. 6:00-8:00 p.m. Performance CANCELED
Storyteller, song writer, Don White presents: Harnessing the Power of
Humor: A workshop for performers. When the space between songs is as
entertaining as the music the audience remains connected to the
performance from the first note of the evening until the concert ends.
Humor is powerful. When an audience is laughing, they are engaged. You
will learn how to use the powerful combination of story and humor to
keep your audience focused from song to song. Among the comedy tools we
will discuss will be confidence, body language, misdirection, set up/pay
off, and vocal inflection. The goal is not to turn you into a comedian
but to give you a greater understanding of what makes people laugh so
you can use it to find a style and level of humor that suits your
unique. Chelsea Depot 125 Jackson St. personality.
https://onthetrackschelsea.com Workshop $35, Concert $20, workshop and concert $50
APRIL
April 2, Warren 9:30-11:30 a.m. CANCELED
Do 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 31
st 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
April 2, Detroit 7:00 p.m. doors open/7:00 p.m. stories begin CANCELED
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.
April 3, Grand Rapids 10:00-12:00 a.m.
Sheila Carroll will conduct an introductory workshop, "Telling Your
Cancer Story," on how recall and share important details of life events
so you see yourself as the hero of your story not its victim. Sheila
will share three ways you can find meaning in your experiences and be
able to share them with others. Workshop is held at Gild's Club Grand
Rapids, 1806 Bridge St NW. For more information call 616.453.8300.
Carrollsheila@gmail.com
April 5, Ann Arbor 2:00 p.m CANCELED
“Kerry Tales: Simple Simon and 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. Free. 734-769-3115
April 7, Ann Arbor 6:30 p.m. Doors Open, 7:30 p.m. stories begin CANCELED
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.
April 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.
April 9, Ferndale 7:30-9 p.m.
Go 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
April 9, Mt Pleasant 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Mid-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 Founder’s Room, 301 S.
University, Please join us to talk about and tell our stories! Contact
info: Joe Remenar
jremenar66@yahoo.com.
April 15, Brighton 7:00-8:00 pm
Brighton District Library hosts Lois Keel's upbeat look at Michigan
during Prohibition, "High Times in the Dry Times" as the average citizen
was part of providing 75% of the smuggled alcohol. Brighton District
Library, 100 Library Drive. Free registration begins April1,
http://brightonlibrary.evanced.info/signup/Calendar , or call Adult Services at 810-229-6571.
April 16, Grand Rapids 6:30-8:30 pm
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
April 17, Detroit 8 p.m. Doors @7:00 p.m.
The award-winning Secret Society Of Twisted Storytellers, presents 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, For information, tickets, and video
visit:
www.twistedtellers.org/events or call 313-744-6037
April 18, Plymouth 12:00-3:00 p.m.
Detroit Story League invites you to enjoy our monthly meeting.
Visitors welcome. 12:30 stories begin. Berkley Public Library: 3155
Coolidge Hwy. 248-658-3440. For more Information:
Judy@JudySima.com or call: 248-644-3951.
www.DetroitStorytelling.org
April 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
April 20, Traverse City 7:00 p.m.
"Game Over." It’s not whether you win or lose but how you play—or
end—the game. Scheduled performers at this Here:Say Storytelling
mainstage show will tell true, first-person stories about the games we
play. The Workshop Brewing Company, 221 Garland Street.
karen@heresaystorytelling.com,
facebook.com/heresaytc,
heresaystorytelling.com. Requested $7 donation at door.
April 21, Ann Arbor 6:30 p.m. Doors Open, 7:30 p.m. stories begin CANCELED
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
April 23, Birmingham 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
The StoryTellers Guild luncheon features Bil Lepp, American storyteller
at the Birmingham Community House, 380 S Bates St. Bil will share
stories with the theme “Little Things Matter”. Tickets $45- contact
Laura Dutton at
laura_dutton@sbcglobal.net
for information on how to purchase tickets. The StoryTellers Guild has
47 readers that volunteer to read in various metropolitan underserved
school districts. Profits from the luncheon are used to buy books that
are given to these schools
April 24, Royal Oak 8:00-9:00 a.m.
New storytelling group: The Storytelling SIG (Special Interest
Group) is a regular meeting for business professionals to hone their
storytelling skills, develop critical leadership skills related to
communication, and help members bring storytelling to their
organizations. The Office Coffee Shop at
402 S Lafayette Ave,
The meeting is free, although we do ask you to purchase a drink or
snack from the venue. Contact Jessica Tower with questions at
248-660-0106 or
jessica@towerandco.com.
www.towerandco.com/events
April 24-26, Madison, WI CANCELED
The Northlands Storytelling Conference. Master Class with Kim Weitkamp.
Michigan presenters: Eileen DeLorenzo Jennifer Pahl Otto:
A Bicycle Built for Two. Concert performers: Steve Daut, Barbara Schutzgruber Jane Fink*, Eileen DeLorenzo & Jennifer Otto. See
www.northlands.net for registration, complete schedule, and lodging.
April 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
April 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 - 4th floor
Conference room A. (location change – one time only) Meetings always
start with stories, and then, more stories! Listeners and tellers
welcome. Meetings are free. More information: annarborstorytelling.org
or facebook.com/annarborstorytellers
April 30, Traverse City 7:00-9:30 p.m.
Here:Say Storytelling and Good on Paper Improv are teaming up for
"storytelling meets improv." For one night only, the audience is invited
to put their names in the basket for a chance to tell an off-the-cuff
story... but prepared to be interrupted by quick improvised vignettes
inspired by the story being told
karen@heresaystorytelling.com.
heresaystorytelling.com
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Storyteller, Author, Teaching Artist
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