
Story Treasures: Gems of the Present & Past
Evening of intimate oral storytelling blending personal memoir, folk tales, and myth to explore human experience and wonder; listeners gather for reflective, narrative driven performances that bridge past and present.
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Hands on mixed media workshop crafting small symbolic tokens of hope through paint, collage, and found materials in an intimate studio setting; storytelling prompts guide participants to translate personal narratives into tangible keepsakes.

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A lyrical biographical performance channeling Zelda Fitzgerald's painted, danced, and written life, tracing her Roaring Twenties rise and later misdiagnosis and confinement in an intimate Story Parlor staging.

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Close-knit conversational evening exploring the female perspective on horror, where local women creators discuss their work, influences, and relationship to the genre in the cozy Story Parlor.

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Raw, empathy driven theatrical adaptation of Cheryl Strayed's advice column essays, blending personal storytelling and staged letters to explore grief, healing, and courageous choices in intimate, emotionally resonant scenes.

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Intimate conversation led by Jean Sutton exploring practical ritual techniques—from ancient rites to improvised practices—for honoring life transitions with presence, intention, and care, followed by reflective exercises and dialogue.
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