BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Capital Storytelling - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Capital Storytelling X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Capital Storytelling REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240130T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240130T193000 DTSTAMP:20240112T164440Z CREATED:20240112T032320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T164440Z UID:19234-1706637600-1706643000@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Half-Baked Stories: A Workshop on Embracing Imperfection DESCRIPTION:  \nENROLL \nReady to uncover the charm in the imperfect? Join Diana Medina\, a poet\, storyteller\, and published author\, for a workshop celebrating the beauty of stories in their raw and authentic form. In this 90 min workshop\, we will explore the freedom\, creativity\, and mind-opening experience of sharing stories in their earliest most unpolished drafts. If you are someone who thinks “I don’t like to share stories until they are ready!” then this is a workshop for you. We are all storytellers\, and sometimes the most beautiful version of our stories is the first. Come let Diana walk you through the act of leaning into authenticity and imperfection. \nWhy Dive into Imperfection?\nBecause that’s where the real magic happens! In the world of storytelling\, the first draft is a masterpiece\, flaws and all. Let’s break free from perfectionism and celebrate the authenticity of stories in their initial\, imperfect state. \nWho’s it For?\nWhether you’re a seasoned storyteller or just dipping your toes\, this workshop is for you. Embrace imperfection and unlock your storytelling potential in a laid-back and supportive atmosphere. \nSoooo…what are you waiting for? Join us.\nIgnite your creativity with fun exercises\, cultivate seeds of untold stories\, and embrace the art of sharing unpolished narratives! Join us and discover the unique charm in the imperfect corners of your mind! You don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn with Diana Medina and to explore the authenticity in imperfect tales. See you there\, storyteller!  \n  \nAbout the workshop instructor\, Diana Medina: \nDiana Medina is a first-generation Mexican-American poet and educator born and raised in Los Angeles\, CA.  Her mission in life is to use her gift with words to bring more clarity\, compassion\, and comic relief to the world. She believes that this is how she will leave the world better than she found it. She’s a seasoned storyteller as well as a published author\, with her debut poetry collection\, Healing Out Loud\, published in 2020. Her work has been featured in Modern Latina Magazine and StoryCenter. She works by day as the Program Director at The Practice Space\, a Bay Area nonprofit. By night she is the Founder and Chief Merriment Officer of Off The Clocker\, a company that provides poetic interventions for an ever-changing world in the form of events\, micro-coaching\, consulting services\, inspirational merchandise\, publications\, and performances. Diana holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from California State University\, Northridge and a Master’s degree in Public Administration from the University of Southern California. She is our Story Lab host\, a story coach\, and storytelling instructor– and one of our all-time favorite storyteller \n  \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/half-baked-stories/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Capital-Storytelling-130-Workshop-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240128T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240128T160000 DTSTAMP:20231216T152741Z CREATED:20231216T152440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T152741Z UID:19051-1706450400-1706457600@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Oral Storytelling 101 Class - Section 2 DESCRIPTION:This 4-week virtual class trains you to tell real-life stories orally. In the first week of this class participants learn how to identify stories from their own life and how to find their focus and voice.  In weeks 2 and 3 participants continue to hone their skills as they share their own stories in front of the class and receive feedback.  On week 4\, participants share their final story in front of the group. The class is offered via Zoom. Limited to 12 participants. \nMORE INFO\n  \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/oral-storytelling-101-wintersection2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Meghna_Square_101FBWeb.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240125T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240125T200000 DTSTAMP:20231201T012747Z CREATED:20221123T224822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T012747Z UID:16223-1706205600-1706212800@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Oral Storytelling 101 Class DESCRIPTION:This 4-week virtual class trains you to tell real-life stories orally. In the first week of this class participants learn how to identify stories from their own life and how to find their focus and voice.  In weeks 2 and 3 participants continue to hone their skills as they share their own stories in front of the class and receive feedback.  On week 4\, participants share their final story in front of the group. The class is offered via Zoom. Limited to 12 participants. \nMORE INFO\n  \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/oral-storytelling-101-summer2023/2024-01-25/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Meghna_Square_101FBWeb.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240106T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240106T190000 DTSTAMP:20231203T203207Z CREATED:20231202T184005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231203T203207Z UID:18825-1704560400-1704567600@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Community Story Lab DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly virtual Community Story Lab!  The event is at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET. Sign up to share a 5-8 minute story or just show up and listen as an audience member! This is a one-of-a-kind event! It is one-part games\, one-part open mic\, and one-part master class. During the first hour\, we play interactive storytelling games with the audience and listen to stories from people who sign up beforehand as well as a few on-the-spot volunteers. In the second hour\, we discuss the stories and talk about structure\, delivery\, tension\, meaning– all of the story components– and give supportive feedback in a masterclass-style session that everyone can benefit from. This is a compassionate and safe environment. The event is intended to be a space where you can come and listen to stories\, learn more about yourself\, others\, and storytelling\, and have a chance to flex your own storytelling muscles if you choose! \nTo register\, click on the “Donate for Tickets” below. You will be redirected to a donation page first\, then to a registration page to get a Zoom link for the event. \nSuggested donation: $5-10. Donations are greatly appreciated to help us cover the costs of hosting story labs. \nWant to share a story at the open mic? If so\, first register using one of the links below. Once you register\, THEN fill out this form. \n\n \nI am unable to donate but I want to attend \n  \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/communitystorylab/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231216T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231216T163000 DTSTAMP:20231114T155410Z CREATED:20231114T154856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T155410Z UID:18588-1702738800-1702744200@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Discovering Stories of Connection and Community - Workshop at the Sacramento Public Library! (FREE) DESCRIPTION:Stories connect us to one another and help us build community. Storytelling can also be a creative outlet that inspires us to reimage\, reinvent\, and see the world from a new perspective. In this 90-min session\, storyteller and workshop facilitator William Tran will share the power of storytelling and will then lead you on a journey to discovering moments in your life in which you have felt a sense of connection to those around you. He’ll guide you through individual reflective activities to help you identify those moments and then develop your own unique personal story. You will be invited to share aloud in a small group if you choose! The workshop is intended to be a fun and safe space where you can learn about true storytelling\, build speaking and narrative skills\, and connect with others in your community while getting creative! No previous experience is necessary! Come as you are! \nWorkshop Facilitator: William Tran \nREGISTER\n  \n  \nLocation:\nMartin Luther King\, Jr. Library Branch\n7340 24th St. Bypass\, Sacramento\, CA 95822 \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe have more workshops happening at the Library in Sacramento! To learn more about the full series of workshops\, click the link below! \nhttps://www.saclibrary.org/About/News/2023/Oral-Storytelling-Workshops \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/connectionandcommunityworkshop/ LOCATION:Sacramento Public Libary-Martin Luther King Jr.\, 7340 24th Bypass\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95822\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231209T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231209T143000 DTSTAMP:20231114T153414Z CREATED:20231114T152912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T153414Z UID:18584-1702126800-1702132200@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Discovering Stories of New Beginnings - Workshop at the Sacramento Public Library! (FREE) DESCRIPTION:Many of us consider the New Year to be an opportunity for a fresh start – a new beginning. As we enter the new year\, we will come together to reflect on moments in our lives that signified new beginnings. These can be moments when we set a goal\, made a difficult decision\, experienced a loss\, or experienced a big change and chapter in our lives. Whatever it is\, there is a story behind it! In this 90-minute session\, storyteller and workshop facilitator Tammy Spence will lead you on a journey to uncovering those important moments in your own life and help you turn them into meaningful stories to share. You will then be invited to tell stories in a small group if you choose! The workshop is a fun way to learn about true storytelling\, build speaking and narrative skills\, and connect with others in your community! We are specifically welcoming and inviting our immigrant community to attend this workshop. No previous experience is necessary! Come as you are! \nWorkshop Facilitator: Tammy Spence \nREGISTER\n  \n  \nLocation:\nSylvan Oaks Library Branch\n6700 Auburn Blvd\, Citrus Heights\, CA 95621 \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe have more workshops happening at the Library in Sacramento! To learn more about the full series of workshops\, click the link below! \nhttps://www.saclibrary.org/About/News/2023/Oral-Storytelling-Workshops \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/newbeginningsworkshop/ LOCATION:Sacramento Public Library-Sylvan Oaks\, 6700 Auburn Blvd\, Citrus Heights\, 95621\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231209T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231209T143000 DTSTAMP:20231114T152203Z CREATED:20231114T151752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T152203Z UID:18580-1702126800-1702132200@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Discovering Stories from Winters Past - Workshop at the Sacramento Public Library! (FREE) DESCRIPTION:Winter is a time of change. We say goodbye to the old year and bring in the new. The season may evoke a sense of joy as holidays roll in or memories of being with family and loved ones. “Winter” may evoke feelings of loss or entering a new chapter of life. In this 90 min workshop\, we will come together to discover and reflect on “Stories from Winters Past”—both literally and metaphorically. The workshop will be a fun\, compassionate\, and safe space to uncover memories from the seasons of your own life and develop them into narratives that you can share.  Storytellers Jean Green and Jane Gorsi will lead you through individual reflective activities to help you discover your own unique stories and to see meaning in them.  You will then be invited to share stories in a small group if you choose! The workshop is a fun way to lean about true storytelling\, build speaking and narrative skills\, connect with yourself and connect with others in your community! No previous experience is necessary! Come as you are! \nWorkshop Facilitators: Jean Green and Jane Gorsi \nREGISTER\n  \n  \nLocation:\nBelle Cooledge Library Branch\n5600 South Land Park Dr\, Sacramento\, CA 95822 \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe have more workshops happening at the Library in Sacramento! To learn more about the full series of workshops\, click the link below! \nhttps://www.saclibrary.org/About/News/2023/Oral-Storytelling-Workshops \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/winterspastworkshop-secondworkshop/ LOCATION:Sacramento Public Library – Belle Cooledge\, 5600 South Land Park Dr.\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95822\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231208T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231208T173000 DTSTAMP:20231109T134747Z CREATED:20231109T134120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T134747Z UID:18552-1702051200-1702056600@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Discovering Stories about Feeling Seen - Workshop at the Sacramento Public Library! (FREE) DESCRIPTION:Storytelling is a way to connect with others and understand the events in our lives. It can also be cathartic and a source of creativity and inspiration for us. In this 90-min session\, Storyteller and workshop facilitator Abby Rotstein will share the joys and power of storytelling and take you on a journey to uncovering moments from your own life that are story-worthy—specifically stories about feeling a sense of belonging and feeling seen. She will then guide you through fun reflective activities to help you turn those moments into narratives to share aloud if you choose. The workshop is a fun way learn about true storytelling\, build speaking and narrative skills\, get your creative juices flowing\, and connect with fellow community members! No previous experience is necessary! Come as you are! \nWorkshop Facilitator: Abby Rotstein \nREGISTER\n  \n  \nLocation:\nNorth Natomas Library Branch\n4660 Via Ingoglia\, Sacramento CA 95835 \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe have more workshops happening at the Library in Sacramento! To learn more about the full series of workshops\, click the link below! \nhttps://www.saclibrary.org/About/News/2023/Oral-Storytelling-Workshops \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/feelingseen/ LOCATION:Sacramento Public LIbrary – North Natomas\, 4660 Via Ingoglia\, Sacramento\, 95835\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231202T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231202T200000 DTSTAMP:20230326T230153Z CREATED:20230326T230017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230326T230153Z UID:16969-1701536400-1701547200@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Community Story Lab DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly virtual Community Story Lab!  The event is at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET. Sign up to share a 5-8 minute story or just show up and listen as an audience member! This is a one-of-a-kind event! It is one-part games\, one-part open mic\, and one-part master class. During the first hour\, we play interactive storytelling games with the audience and listen to stories from people who sign up beforehand as well as a few on-the-spot volunteers. In the second hour\, we discuss the stories and talk about structure\, delivery\, tension\, meaning– all of the story components– and give supportive feedback in a masterclass-style session that everyone can benefit from. This is a compassionate and safe environment. The event is intended to be a space where you can come and listen to stories\, learn more about yourself\, others\, and storytelling\, and have a chance to flex your own storytelling muscles if you choose! \nTo register\, click on the “Donate for Tickets” below. You will be redirected to a donation page first\, then to a registration page to get a Zoom link for the event. \nSuggested donation: $5-10. Donations are greatly appreciated to help us cover the costs of hosting story labs. \nWant to share a story at the open mic? If so\, first register using one of the links below. Once you register\, THEN fill out this form. \n\n \nI am unable to donate but I want to attend \n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/communitystorylabdecember/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231202T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231202T143000 DTSTAMP:20231108T030009Z CREATED:20231108T014119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T030009Z UID:18530-1701522000-1701527400@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Discovering Stories about Self Discovery - Workshop at the Sacramento Public Library! (FREE) DESCRIPTION:There are moments in our lives that are pivotal\, when we learn something new about who we are. It may be a moment of character-testing\, or a moment when you made a difficult decision\, or a moment when you were surprised by your own resilience. Whatever it is\, that moment can be one of self-discovery and there is a story behind it. In this 90-minute session\, storyteller and workshop facilitator William Tran will lead you on a journey to uncovering those moments of self-discovery in your own life and help you turn them into meaningful stories to share. You will then be invited to tell stories in a small group if you choose! The workshop is a fun way to learn about true storytelling\, build speaking and narrative skills\, and connect with others in your community! No previous experience is necessary! Come as you are! \nWorkshop Facilitator: William Tran \nENROLL\n  \n  \nLocation:\nFair Oaks Library Branch\n11601 Fair Oaks Blvd\, Fair Oaks CA 95628 \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe have more workshops happening at the Library in Sacramento! To learn more about the full series of workshops\, click the link below! \nhttps://www.saclibrary.org/About/News/2023/Oral-Storytelling-Workshops \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/selfdiscoveryworkshop/ LOCATION:Sacramento Public Library – Fair Oaks\, 11601 Fair Oaks Blvd\, Fair Oaks\, CA\, 95628\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231118T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231118T123000 DTSTAMP:20231027T055051Z CREATED:20231027T054336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T055051Z UID:18458-1700305200-1700310600@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Discovering Stories from Winters Past - Workshop at the Sacramento Public Library! (FREE) DESCRIPTION:Winter is a time of change. We say goodbye to the old year and bring in the new. The season may evoke a sense of joy as holidays roll in or memories of being with family and loved ones. “Winter” may evoke feelings of loss or entering a new chapter of life. In this 90 min workshop\, we will come together to discover and reflect on “Stories from Winters Past”—both literally and metaphorically. The workshop will be a fun\, compassionate\, and safe space to uncover memories from the seasons of your own life and develop them into narratives that you can share.  Storytellers Jean Green and Jane Gorsi will lead you through individual reflective activities to help you discover your own unique stories and to see meaning in them.  You will then be invited to share stories in a small group if you choose! The workshop is a fun way to lean about true storytelling\, build speaking and narrative skills\, connect with yourself and connect with others in your community! No previous experience is necessary! Come as you are! \nWorkshop Facilitators: Jean Green and Jane Gorsi \nREGISTER\n  \n  \nLocation:\nElk Grove Library Branch\n8900 Elk Grove Blvd\, Elk Grove\, CA 95624 \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe have more workshops happening at the Library in Sacramento! To learn more about the full series of workshops\, click the link below! \nhttps://www.saclibrary.org/About/News/2023/Oral-Storytelling-Workshops \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/winterspastworkshop/ LOCATION:Sacramento Public Library – Elk Grove\, 8900 Elk Grove Blvd\, Elk Grove\, 95624\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231115T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231115T203000 DTSTAMP:20231012T140605Z CREATED:20230905T163754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T140605Z UID:18128-1700071200-1700080200@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Celebrating The Mother: A storytelling workshop for first and second generation immigrants DESCRIPTION:Connection to the natural world is celebrated across cultures\, and storytelling is the most naturally human thing we do. In this 90 min workshop\, we will define moments in our lives when we felt connected to the land – whether it is this land or the lands of our ancestors. We’ll reflect individually on our own stories and then share with others in a small group (for those who choose to do so!). Together\, we’ll celebrate what it means to be people on this planet. \nNo prior experience is needed. Come join us in a safe\, compassionate space to reflect on your own lived experiences and and discover stories from your own life. \nTo enroll\, fill out the form below OR email capitalstorytelling@gmail.com \nOnce you enroll\, we will send you a confirmation email with info on where to go for the workshop! \nInstructor: Jasjeet Dhanota\nLocation: Prickly Pear in Sacramento\, 816 U Street (Downtown) \n***Please note! This workshop is intended for first and second generation immigrants. If you do not identify within this community but want to attend a workshop\, email us and we’ll find a workshop that is right for you! \nTO ENROLL:\nEnter your information below. We will respond within 72 hours to confirm your enrollment and give you more information on the location! \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nFirst and Last Name(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nPhone number (optional)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nDo you identify as a first or second generation immigrant?\n Yes! I am a first generation immigrant! Yes! I am a second generation immigrant (a child of immigrant parents or grandparents!) I do not identify as a first or second generation immigrant.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nAny other message or questions? Let us know below!\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ\n \n\n  \n \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/immigrant-storytelling-workhop-pricklypear/2023-11-15/ LOCATION:Prickly Pear\, 816 U Street\, Sacramento\, CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Screenshot-2023-09-07-at-7.13.09-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231109T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231109T110000 DTSTAMP:20231027T054153Z CREATED:20231027T053053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T054153Z UID:18454-1699524000-1699527600@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Mischief\, Magic\, and Memory: Developing stories from our childhood - Workshop at the Sacramento Public Library! (FREE) DESCRIPTION:Storytelling is the oldest artform known to humanity. It is the heart of who we are as humans\, and it connects us and gives meaning to the events in our lives. In this 90-min workshop\, we will come together to discover and reflect on stories in our lives—specifically stories from our childhood\, from the magical to the mischievous— in a fun\, compassionate\, and safe space. Capital Storytelling workshop facilitator\, John Aubert\, will lead you through individual reflective activities to help you discover your own unique stories and to see meaning in those stories from your past.  You will then be invited to share stories in a small group if you choose! The workshop is a fun way to learn about true storytelling\, build speaking and narrative skills\, and connect with others in your community! No previous experience is necessary! Come as you are! \nWorkshop Facilitator: John Aubert \nREGISTER\n  \n  \nLocation:\nRancho Cordova Library Branch\n9845 Folsome Blvd\, Sacramento\, CA 95827 \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe have more workshops happening at the Library in Sacramento! To learn more about the full series of workshops\, click the link below! \nhttps://www.saclibrary.org/About/News/2023/Oral-Storytelling-Workshops \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/mischief-magic-and-memory/ LOCATION:Sacramento Public LIbrary – Rancho Cordova\, 9845 Folsome Blvd\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95827\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T190000 DTSTAMP:20230809T191121Z CREATED:20230326T225745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T191121Z UID:16966-1699117200-1699124400@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Community Story Lab DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly virtual Community Story Lab!  The event is at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET. Sign up to share a 5-8 minute story or just show up and listen as an audience member! This is a one-of-a-kind event! It is one-part games\, one-part open mic\, and one-part master class. During the first hour\, we play interactive storytelling games with the audience and listen to stories from people who sign up beforehand as well as a few on-the-spot volunteers. In the second hour\, we discuss the stories and talk about structure\, delivery\, tension\, meaning– all of the story components– and give supportive feedback in a masterclass-style session that everyone can benefit from. This is a compassionate and safe environment. The event is intended to be a space where you can come and listen to stories\, learn more about yourself\, others\, and storytelling\, and have a chance to flex your own storytelling muscles if you choose! \nTo register\, click on the “Donate for Tickets” below. You will be redirected to a donation page first\, then to a registration page to get a Zoom link for the event. \nSuggested donation: $5-10. Donations are greatly appreciated to help us cover the costs of hosting story labs. \nWant to share a story at the open mic? If so\, first register using one of the links below. Once you register\, THEN fill out this form. \n\n \nI am unable to donate but I want to attend \n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/communitystorylabnovember/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T143000 DTSTAMP:20231025T050614Z CREATED:20231024T235510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T050614Z UID:18420-1699102800-1699108200@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Immigrant Storytelling Workshop at the Sacramento Public Library! (FREE) DESCRIPTION:The immigrant experience is unique\, beautiful\, and diverse with its share of joy and challenges. This 90-min workshop is intended for those who identify as immigrants with the intention of creating a space where we can come together\, reflect on our experiences\, and share our stories. During the workshop\, you will be guided through activities and reflective prompts to support you in discovering your own true stories and finding your own voice and meaning in them. You will then have the opportunity to share your story aloud (if you choose) in a compassionate and safe space. Participants may choose to share their story on stage at our Annual Immigrant Stories event in 2024 (but that is totally optional!) \nWorkshop Facilitator: WIlliam Tran \nREGISTER \n  \n  \nLocation:\nValley Hi-North Laguna Library Branch\n7400 Imagination Parkway\, Sacramento\, CA 95823 \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe have more workshops happening at the Library in Sacramento! To learn more about the full series of workshops\, click the link below! \nhttps://www.saclibrary.org/About/News/2023/Oral-Storytelling-Workshops \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/immigrant-storytelling-workshop-at-the-sacramento-public-library-free/ LOCATION:Sacramento Public Library – Valley Hi-North Laguna Branch\, 7400 Imagination Parkway\, Sacramento\, 95823\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231025T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231025T200000 DTSTAMP:20231011T004730Z CREATED:20230731T173543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T004730Z UID:17793-1698256800-1698264000@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Immigrant Stories (LIVE EVENT!) 2023 DESCRIPTION:The immigrant experience is unique\, beautiful\, and diverse with its share of joys and challenges. Join us on October 25th at 6 PM in the Hinde Auditorium on the campus of Sacramento State for Immigrant Stories\, an event amplifying the lived experiences of our immigrant community members. Five storytellers will take the stage to share their true personal stories of navigating life as an immigrant in Sacramento. Storytellers for the evening include Victor Rodriguez Tafoya\, Montserrat Vargas\, Kevin Aliado\, Anmol Pavade\, and William Tran. This event is hosted in partnership with the Dreamer Resource Center of Sacramento State and sponsored by Capital Public Radio. \n  \nAdmission is FREE. \nRSVP\nDate: October 25th\nTime: 6:00 PM\nLocation: Hinde Auditorium in the University Union on the campus of Sacramento State  \n  \n \nASL Interpretation will be provided. If you need accommodations\, please contact Lisa Cantrell at lisa@capitalstorytelling.com so that we can work with you to make this event as accessible as possible. \nThe Hinde Auditorium is located on the first floor of the University Union on the campus of Sac State\, 6000 J Street\, Sacramento. See map and info below for details on location and parking (and click the map to enlarge it). The Hinde Auditorium is highlighted in yellow. Parking is in purple. If you have questions\, email us at capitalstorytelling@gmail.com or call the Dreamer Resource Center at (916) 278-7734. \n  \nStorytellers for the evening include… \n Victor Rodriguez Tafoya Storyteller Victor Rodríguez Tafoya grew up in a small\, rural town in central Mexico. He is a first-generation immigrant\, English language learner\, and Veteran of the US Marine Corps. Victor applied his unique perspectives to journalism\, specializing in news coverage\, and is proud to hold a degree in Intercultural Communications. He strives to become a communication specialist and help people from similar backgrounds: both veterans and first-generation immigrants\, for whom English is their second language. Today\, Victor creates culturally sensitive spaces for people to share their stories out loud and build communities where they feel both seen and heard. Anmol Pavade Storyteller Anmol Pavade (un-mole pava-day) is the eldest daughter of Punjabi and Tamil immigrants. As a storyteller\, cultural steward\, and earth advocate\, and future ancestor\, Anmol is passionate about bridging the gap between the past and the present. Kevin Aliado Storyteller Kevin Aliado is a Filipino immigrant who moved to the US in 2004. He spent a total of 18 years living in Las Vegas and the Bay Area before happily settling down in Sacramento last year. After working in the software and technology industry for over five years\, Kevin has recently started a career change to become a mental health therapist focusing on serving the immigrant community. He is very passionate about poetry\, spiritual healing\, and diving headfirst into immersive solo travel adventures. Monse Storyteller Monse is a student "from here\," "from there\," and sometimes "from every other where."  With a Mexican passport and a California driver's license\, they enjoy connecting through Latin dance festivals and trivial inquiries.  Currently\, Monse is an intern for Siemens and lives with their two cats\, Jack and Xochitl\, who keep them humble. William Tran Storyteller William is an educator and facilitator who is passionate about creating learning spaces where people can utilize their lived experiences to understand themselves\, others\, and the world around them. As a lifelong learner\, William is deeply interested in infusing universal human traits such as laughter\, play\, and music in the spaces that he facilitates. He believes that learning can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and community building. In his free time\, William enjoys reading\, drinking coffee\, and taking nature walks with his adventurous daughter\, who at the moment has a deep admiration for throwing rocks into rivers.  \n  \nQuestions and Answers! \nWhere is the event located? The event will be in the University Union on the campus of Sac State (the Hinde Auditorium is INSIDE the University Union). See the campus map below. The Union is highlighted in yellow on the map. You can also put “University Union” into your phone’s GPS application and your phone should also direct you to the building!\n\nWhere do I park? There is a parking structure right next to the University Union (see map for purple highlighted parking structures). We suggest that you park in Parking Structure 2. You will need to pay for parking. You can do that by paying at one of the kiosks in the parking structure OR by using the QR code on the campus map to pay by phone. If you are using the QR code and your smart phone to pay\, use the parking code 5115. (You will be prompted for this code when paying with your phone.)\n\nOnce inside the University Union\, you should be able to easily locate the Hinde Auditorium. It is on the first floor. If you are coming from Parking Structure 2 and entering the University Union\, the Hinde should be immediately to your left as you enter. If you can’t find it\, please ask someone in the building! They should be able to easily direct you!\n\n  \n \n  \n                          \n  \nThank you to Joan Brenchley for her generous donation to the Immigrant Storytelling Program. \n  \n  \n  \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/immigrant-stories-2023/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/ImmigrantStories_Oct25_2023FBbanner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231014T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231014T110000 DTSTAMP:20231006T153637Z CREATED:20231006T153637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T153637Z UID:18315-1697274000-1697281200@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Missing Middle Housing Storytelling Session - Sacramento Event DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 14 – Missing Middle Housing Storytelling Session \nSierra 2 Center\n2791 24th Street\, Sacramento 95818\n9:00 AM to 11:00 AM PST \nCome listen to your neighbors share their stories about the difficult journey to home ownership and about the connections that living in a small\, multi-unit community can foster. Share your own experiences and ideas\, while offering feedback on housing options as we search for solutions together. Conducted in partnership with Capital Storytelling and the City of Sacramento. \nTo register\, visit: \nhttps://states.aarp.org/california/events-ca \nOr call (916) 556-3001 \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/missing-middle-housing-storytelling-session-sacramento-event/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T190000 DTSTAMP:20231006T155724Z CREATED:20230326T225513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T155724Z UID:16963-1696698000-1696705200@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Community Story Lab DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly virtual Community Story Lab!  The event is at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET. Sign up to share a 5-8 minute story or just show up and listen as an audience member! This is a one-of-a-kind event! It is one-part games\, one-part open mic\, and one-part master class. During the first hour\, we play interactive storytelling games with the audience and listen to stories from people who sign up beforehand as well as a few on-the-spot volunteers. In the second hour\, we discuss the stories and talk about structure\, delivery\, tension\, meaning– all of the story components– and give supportive feedback in a masterclass-style session that everyone can benefit from. This is a compassionate and safe environment. The event is intended to be a space where you can come and listen to stories\, learn more about yourself\, others\, and storytelling\, and have a chance to flex your own storytelling muscles if you choose! \nThis month we are featuring immigrant storytellers. The line-up includes Diego Martinez-Campos\, Vered de Vries\, Tamara Lo\, Lorena\, and Aidee Navarrete. Our storytellers came from workshops we held in partnershp with our friends and family at the Latino Center of Art & Culture as well as our own virtual workshops Check out headshots of the tellers below! \n \nTo register\, click on the “Donate for Tickets” below. You will be redirected to a donation page first\, then to a registration page to get a Zoom link for the event. \nSuggested donation: $5-10. Donations are greatly appreciated to help us cover the costs of hosting story labs. \nWant to share a story at the open mic? If so\, first register using one of the links below. Once you register\, THEN fill out this form. \n\n \nI am unable to donate but I want to attend \n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/communitystorylaboctober/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230920T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230920T193000 DTSTAMP:20230823T205803Z CREATED:20230815T195230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T205803Z UID:17982-1695232800-1695238200@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:API Storytelling Workshop (VIRTUAL!) DESCRIPTION:REGISTER \n  \nStorytelling is the heart of who we are as humans. It helps us form our identities and it connects us with others. Within the API community\, we have many stories to tell. In this 90 min workshop\, we will come together to discover meaningful moments in our lives\, learn how to talk about them through story\, and then share them with one another to foster connection\, community\, and solidarity. This is a fun and safe environment to learn about storytelling and find your authentic voice. Participants in the workshop may be invited to share their story on stage at a showcase event in May of 2024 (but this part is optional!) \n**The workshop is intended to be a safe space for API and Desi individuals. If you do not identify within these communities but you would like to attend a workshop\, email us at capitalstorytelling@gmail.com and we’ll find a workshop for you! \nWhy tell stories within our own affinity group? The Asian community is diverse and a growing force within our country; however\, we have often been left out of the mainstream narrative in U.S. society—with the frequent “perpetual foreigner” and “model minority myth” stereotypes being the main representation of our stories in U.S. culture. By telling our own stories\, we take control of our narratives and we can begin to change the societal narrative. We are each unique and each community within the larger Asian community is also unique. By sharing our stories with one another\, we find our commonalities and also uplift our differences. We then can find ways to take those narratives forward to our society to ultimately impact social change and create visibility of our API and Desi communities. \nWhat can I expect in this workshop? Do I have to share a story out loud? Participants will be welcomed into a safe and warm space for all experience levels! You do not need prior storytelling experience to join us\, and if you choose\, you do not have to share a story aloud! This workshop is first and foremost for you to support your growth as a storyteller. During the workshop\, you will be guided through reflective activities to support you in uncovering meaningful stories from your life. You will have the opportunity to share them aloud in small groups if you choose or you may choose to simply listen to others. At the end of the workshop\, participants may be invited to share their story on stage at an upcoming API-centered event held in the Capitol in 2024 (but this is totally optional!) Our primary goal is to support and uplift you as an individual and storyteller! \nGreat! How do I sign up? To enroll\, click the button below. You will be taken to a Zoom registration page where you can sign up!  \nREGISTER \nWe look forward to seeing you there! If you have questions\, email capitalstorytelling@gmail.com subject line “API Storytelling.” \n  \n  \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/apistorytelling/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/APIDAStorytellingWorkshpo_VIRTUALSept20_CapStory_Instasmall300dpi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230914T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230914T203000 DTSTAMP:20230901T133012Z CREATED:20230716T125256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T133012Z UID:17670-1694709000-1694723400@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Immigrant Storytelling Workshop: FREE 90 min workshop DESCRIPTION:The immigrant experience is unique\, beautiful\, and diverse with its share of joy and challenges. This 90-min in-person workshop is intended for those who identify as immigrants with the intention of creating a space where we can come together\, reflect on our experiences\, and share our stories. During the workshop\, you will be guided through activities and reflective prompts to support you in discovering your own true stories and finding your own voice and meaning in them. You will then have the opportunity to share your story aloud (if you choose) in a compassionate and safe space. Participants may choose to share their story on stage on October 25th 2023 for our upcoming live Immigrant Stories event on the campus of Sacramento State (but this is totally optional!) \nCome and learn how to tell your story! \nThere are two sessions. You can attend the one that suites your schedule best. To enroll\, fill out the form below OR email capitalstorytelling@gmail.com \nOnce you enroll\, we will send you info on the exact classroom where your workshop session will be! For ASL Interpretation\, please enroll and let us know your needs by September 4 so that we can make the workshop as accessible as possible to you! \nSession 1: September 14 @ 4:30 – 6:00 PM\nSession 2: September 14 @ 7:00 – 8:30 PM \nInstructor: Diana Medina\nLocation: Sacramento State Campus \n***Please note! This workshop is intended for first and second generation immigrants. If you do not identify within this community but want to attend a workshop\, email us and we’ll find a workshop that is right for you! \nTO ENROLL:\nEnter your information below. We will respond within 72 hours to confirm your enrollment and give you more information on the location! \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nFirst and Last Name(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nPhone number (optional)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWhich session would you like to attend? (Session 1 or Session 2?)(required)\n Session 1: September 14 @ 4:30 - 6:00 PM Session 2: September 14 @ 7:00 - 8:30 PM\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nDo you identify as a first or second generation immigrant?\n Yes! I am a first generation immigrant! Yes! I am a second generation immigrant (a child of immigrant parents or grandparents!) I do not identify as a first or second generation immigrant.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWill you need ASL interpretation? (Let us know by April 16th!)\n Yes! Please secure ASL interpretation for me for this workshop! No thank you. I will not need ASL interpretation for this workshop.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nAny other message or questions? Let us know below!\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ\n \n\nThis workshop is hosted in partnership with the Dreamer Resource Center of Sacramento State and is funded by the University Anchor Grant and a grant from the City of Sacramento. \n \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/immigrant-storytelling-workshop-2-hour-workshop-copy/2023-09-14/ LOCATION:Sacramento State University\, 6000 J St\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95819\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ImmigrantStorytellingWorkshop2022_web-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230902T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230902T190000 DTSTAMP:20230809T191256Z CREATED:20230326T155609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T191256Z UID:16960-1693674000-1693681200@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Community Story Lab DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly virtual Community Story Lab!  The event is at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET. Sign up to share a 5-8 minute story or just show up and listen as an audience member! This is a one-of-a-kind event! It is one-part games\, one-part open mic\, and one-part master class. During the first hour\, we play interactive storytelling games with the audience and listen to stories from people who sign up beforehand as well as a few on-the-spot volunteers. In the second hour\, we discuss the stories and talk about structure\, delivery\, tension\, meaning– all of the story components– and give supportive feedback in a masterclass-style session that everyone can benefit from. This is a compassionate and safe environment. The event is intended to be a space where you can come and listen to stories\, learn more about yourself\, others\, and storytelling\, and have a chance to flex your own storytelling muscles if you choose! \nTo register\, click on the “Donate for Tickets” below. You will be redirected to a donation page first\, then to a registration page to get a Zoom link for the event. \nSuggested donation: $5-10. Donations are greatly appreciated to help us cover the costs of hosting story labs. \nWant to share a story at the open mic? If so\, first register using one of the links below. Once you register\, THEN fill out this form. \n\n \nI am unable to donate but I want to attend \n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/communitystorylabseptember/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230810T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230810T203000 DTSTAMP:20230718T121751Z CREATED:20230715T181036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T121751Z UID:17666-1691690400-1691699400@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Story Neighborhood! DESCRIPTION:August 10 @ 6 PM PT / 9 PM ET (note your timezone!)\n90 min virtual workshop \n“Where does your story live? And who does it live near?” \nThis is a one-of-a-kind ride! In this 90 mins session\, Lily Be will take you on a storytelling adventure to find the stories in your life that make you YOU while discovering how those stories intersect with the lives of those around you. You don’t want to miss this. You’ll uncover new stories from your life while playing an interactive storytelling game that brings you closer to your own identity and to others. \nSIGN UP\n  \nAbout Lily Be: \nLily Be has been teaching and coaching storytelling for over a decade. She has appeared on stage at The Moth\, RISK!\, and Story Collider and has led workshops for industry leaders\, community organizers\, and policy makers. Her heart\, however\, is empowering those who have been left outside society’s mainstream narrative\, amplifying those stories\, and using storytelling to drive social change. Listen to Lily share a story below! You can find Lily on instagram at @lilybe606 and her latest storytelling project @storylifexp. Or subscribe to her work and get stories and storytelling tips on her Patreon page at www.patreon.com/stoopstylestories! \n\n  \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/story-neighborhood/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/StoryNeighborhoodWorkshopFB-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230808T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230808T203000 DTSTAMP:20230718T121624Z CREATED:20230715T180954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T121624Z UID:17663-1691517600-1691526600@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Story Mining Workshop! DESCRIPTION:August 8 @ 6 PM PT / 9 PM ET (note your timezone!)\n90 min virtual workshop \n“I don’t have any good stories!” \nDo you sometimes feel that you don’t have any stories to tell?  If that sounds like something you have felt\, then this is the workshop for you! We all have thousands of stories just waiting to be unearthed. Come dig up your life’s stories with master storyteller and coach Lily Be. She’ll take you on a 90 min journey to uncover moments in your life worth telling and find connections among those moments. By the end of the workshop you will have new ideas for stories\, learn new things about yourself\, and make connections among your life’s events (and other people) along the way. \nENROLL\n  \nAbout Lily Be: \nLily Be has been teaching and coaching storytelling for over a decade. She has appeared on stage at The Moth\, RISK!\, and Story Collider and has led workshops for industry leaders\, community organizers\, and policy makers. Her heart\, however\, is empowering those who have been left outside society’s mainstream narrative\, amplifying those stories\, and using storytelling to drive social change. Listen to Lily share a story below! You can find Lily on instagram at @lilybe606 and her latest storytelling project @storylifexp. Or subscribe to her work and get stories and storytelling tips on her Patreon page at www.patreon.com/stoopstylestories! \n\n  \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/story-mining-workshop/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/StoryMiningWorkshopFB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230805T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230805T200000 DTSTAMP:20230326T155407Z CREATED:20230326T154909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230326T155407Z UID:16955-1691254800-1691265600@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Community Story Lab DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly virtual Community Story Lab!  The event is at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET. Sign up to share a 5-8 minute story or just show up and listen as an audience member! This is a one-of-a-kind event! It is one-part games\, one-part open mic\, and one-part master class. During the first hour\, we play interactive storytelling games with the audience and listen to stories from people who sign up beforehand as well as a few on-the-spot volunteers. In the second hour\, we discuss the stories and talk about structure\, delivery\, tension\, meaning– all of the story components– and give supportive feedback in a masterclass-style session that everyone can benefit from. This is a compassionate and safe environment. The event is intended to be a space where you can come and listen to stories\, learn more about yourself\, others\, and storytelling\, and have a chance to flex your own storytelling muscles if you choose! \nTo register\, click on the “Donate for Tickets” below. You will be redirected to a donation page first\, then to a registration page to get a Zoom link for the event. \nSuggested donation: $5-10. Donations are greatly appreciated to help us cover the costs of hosting story labs. \nWant to share a story at the open mic? If so\, first register using one of the links below. Once you register\, THEN fill out this form. \n\n \nI am unable to donate but I want to attend \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/communitystorylabaugust/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230803T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230803T110000 DTSTAMP:20230706T154547Z CREATED:20230628T210627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T154547Z UID:17534-1691056800-1691060400@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Healing and Building Community: The power of intergenerational storytelling DESCRIPTION:Storytelling can play a profound role in building trust and empathy\, bringing communities closer\, strengthening the community’s capacity\, feeling seen\, and an improvement in well-being and mental health. Writing our true personal stories and sharing them with others as well as listening to someone share their lived experiences can reduce feelings of isolation\, help us find own own voice\, and empower us in our healing process. It can help create a safe and courageous space for marginalized and vulnerable groups such as women\, non-binary and LGBTQI folks\, and immigrants and refugees. \nBy using storytelling\, we can transform the ways in which we can engage our communities across cultures and strengthen intergenerational relationships. In this interactive webinar\, our speaker Dr. Meghna Bhat will first provide an overview of the different kinds of storytelling and introduce us to creative ways of bringing storytelling to our communities. Framing storytelling as an artistic practice for building intergenerational communities\, she will further share the story and inspiration behind her own work\, Gulabi Stories: A South Asian Healing Initiative. Meghna will present a summary of findings from this initiative including participant demographics\, feedback\, and other reflections.  \n  \nREGISTER \n  \nAbout the speaker: \n \nMeghna Bhat\, PhD (she/her) is an independent gender and social justice consultant\, prevention educator\, scholar and storyteller based in Sacramento\, CA. As a first-generation immigrant from India who often finds herself lost between her two countries and cultures\, she is passionate about using storytelling to create safe and inclusive spaces to address complex topics\, build empathy\, strengthen intergenerational relationships\, and bridge gaps among communities. Meghna also uses storytelling as a fun and creative way of finding her voice\, building community\, and learning from others’ stories. Meghna came to Capital Storytelling in 2019 and was selected as a Story Ambassador in 2022 for the organization. She now serves as a Mentor to the 2023 Ambassadors and co-leads the Immigrant Storytelling Program at Capital Storytelling. Thanks to the 2022 Seeding Creativity Individual Artist Grant awarded by the Sacramento Office of Arts and Culture\, she created Gulabi Stories: A South Asian Healing Initiative\, a storytelling project that centers the voices and stories of the larger South Asian diaspora in the US. \n  \n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/healing-and-building-community-the-power-of-intergenerational-storytelling/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/HealingBuildingWebinar_Bhat.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230701T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230701T200000 DTSTAMP:20230326T154935Z CREATED:20230326T154419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230326T154935Z UID:16951-1688230800-1688241600@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Community Story Lab DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly virtual Community Story Lab!  The event is at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET. Sign up to share a 5-8 minute story or just show up and listen as an audience member! This is a one-of-a-kind event! It is one-part games\, one-part open mic\, and one-part master class. During the first hour\, we play interactive storytelling games with the audience and listen to stories from people who sign up beforehand as well as a few on-the-spot volunteers. In the second hour\, we discuss the stories and talk about structure\, delivery\, tension\, meaning– all of the story components– and give supportive feedback in a masterclass-style session that everyone can benefit from. This is a compassionate and safe environment. The event is intended to be a space where you can come and listen to stories\, learn more about yourself\, others\, and storytelling\, and have a chance to flex your own storytelling muscles if you choose! \nTo register\, click on the “Donate for Tickets” below. You will be redirected to a donation page first\, then to a registration page to get a Zoom link for the event. \nSuggested donation: $5-10. Donations are greatly appreciated to help us cover the costs of hosting story labs. \nWant to share a story at the open mic? If so\, first register using one of the links below. Once you register\, THEN fill out this form. \n\n \nI am unable to donate but I want to attend \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/communitystorylabjuly/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230610T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230610T120000 DTSTAMP:20230523T151129Z CREATED:20230522T023118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T151129Z UID:17151-1686391200-1686398400@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Playing with Story Structure - (2 Day Virtual Workshop) DESCRIPTION:  \nDo you want to deepen your understanding of the art and craft of storytelling? In this intimate two-day virtual workshop\, participants will become more aware of the types of artistic choices they can make in storytelling. Participants will also be challenged to find multiple meanings in their stories as they experiment with structure. \nOn Day 1\, we will review well-known story structures. On Day 2\, we will cover less familiar\, but equally creative and compelling story structures to add to participants’ repertoires\, and participants will be invited to share their stories in a small group setting. Each day\, participants will be guided through reflective prompts\, engage in active listening\, and flex their imagination as they make and/or re-interpret stories in a supportive\, creative small group environment. \nInstructor: Bernetta “Penny” Parson \nDate: June 10 & 11 @ 10 AM PT – 12 PM PT / 1 PM ET – 3 PM ET\nCost: $120 \nEligibility: In order to enroll\, you must have first taken Oral Storytelling 101* or Discover Your Story workshop**. \n* If you have not already taken Oral Storytelling 101\, you can enroll in our fully online recorded course to fulfill this eligibility requirement. \n** If you have taken one of our special 2 hour workshops in the past 6 months (including any of our Immigrant-centered workshops) you are eligible to enroll. \nIf you are unsure if you qualify\, please email us at capitalstorytelling@gmail.com \nSCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE HERE  \nENROLL\n  \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/playing-with-story-structure-2-day-workshop-june2023/2023-06-10/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/StoryStructureGraphicJune2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230603T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230603T200000 DTSTAMP:20230221T172119Z CREATED:20230221T171049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T172119Z UID:16752-1685811600-1685822400@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Community Story Lab DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly virtual Community Story Lab!  The event is at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET. Sign up to share a 5-8 minute story or just show up and listen as an audience member! This is a one-of-a-kind event! It is one-part games\, one-part open mic\, and one-part master class. During the first hour\, we play interactive storytelling games with the audience and listen to stories from people who sign up beforehand as well as a few on-the-spot volunteers. In the second hour\, we discuss the stories and talk about structure\, delivery\, tension\, meaning– all of the story components– and give supportive feedback in a masterclass-style session that everyone can benefit from. This is a compassionate and safe environment. The event is intended to be a space where you can come and listen to stories\, learn more about yourself\, others\, and storytelling\, and have a chance to flex your own storytelling muscles if you choose! \nTo register\, click on the “Donate for Tickets” below. You will be redirected to a donation page first\, then to a registration page to get a Zoom link for the event. \nSuggested donation: $5-10. Donations are greatly appreciated to help us cover the costs of hosting story labs. \nWant to share a story at the open mic? If so\, first register using one of the links below. Once you register\, THEN fill out this form. \n\n \nI am unable to donate but I want to attend \n  \n  \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/communitystorylabjune/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230520 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230521 DTSTAMP:20230124T163528Z CREATED:20230124T163528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T163528Z UID:16661-1684540800-1684627199@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Sacramento Valley Storytelling Festival DESCRIPTION:The Sacramento Storytellers Guild is hosting the first annual Sacramento Valley Storytelling Festival. The event will be held May 20\, 2023 at the Dante Club in Sacramento. This single day event will start by featuring five regional tellers showcasing their craft. We will be offering two workshops\, one for beginner storytellers and one for advanced tellers. There will be an open mic session for up to six brave tellers. After dinner on your own\, we will have 3 professional tellers from throughout the state to round out the evening of entertainment. \nThis event is hosted by the Sacramento Storytellers Guild (a separate entity from Capital Storytelling). For more information\, email storyteller@sacramentostorytellersguild.org \n  \nTICKETS\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/sacramento-valley-storytelling-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230509T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230509T200000 DTSTAMP:20260826T155039Z CREATED:20230412T171203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T155039Z UID:17027-1683655200-1683662400@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Do Tell! (in-person storytelling open-mic) DESCRIPTION:  \nCome join us at LogOff Brewing for our monthly in-person true storytelling open mic event\, Do Tell! At the event\, you’ll hear personal stories told by regular folks just like you. In fact\, we invite you and anyone else who is interested\, to put their name in our hat for a chance to tell us all a story. You can find the guidelines below. Come out to just listen or come tell a story! Food and beverages are for sell at the venue. \nSecond Tuesday of each month (check our calendar for dates!) \nLogOff Brewing\n3054 Sunrise Blvd Suite J  \nRancho Cordova\, CA 95742 \n  \nGuidelines for Your “Do Tell” Open Mic Story \n\n\n\nTell us a TRUE story about something you did or experienced:  Fiction is wonderful\, but we want to hear about events from your life and things that you have personally experienced! Lectures\, rants\, listicles\, guided meditations\, singalongs\, sermons\, and elevator pitches ALL have their place\, but this isn’t it.\nTry to keep it under 8 minutes:  We’ll give you a gentle one minute warning at 7 minutes; please wrap it up by 8 min so that there’s time for everyone else’s stories.\nLeave your notes and phones behind:  We find that the best personal stories are often those that are told without notes. So please don’t read your story to us – just tell it to us! (And we won’t judge you if you mix up the timeline or forget a part!)\nBe respectful:  We want everyone to feel welcome and respected\, so please do not use stereotypes\, slurs\, racial epithets\, or derogatory language about any group.  Also\, please do not use accents and dialects from cultures that are not your own.  If you are unsure about something in your story\, ask the host.\nAim for an R rating (or less):  We know y’all have some crazy stories (and we wanna hear ‘em)\, but let’s try to keep them R-rated or under.  And please read the room; if there are kids present consider giving a content warning to parents.  Sometimes opting for euphemisms instead of coarse language will do the trick…  And finally\, please give a content warning before your story if you think it could cause anyone fear or anxiety. \n\n\n\nTo put your name in the hat\, show up a little early and find the host! The host will then draw names from the hat and those people will be invited on stage to share their 8-mins-or-less story with the crowd! \nStill have questions? Email John Aubert at johnaubert@capitalstorytelling.com! \nATTENTION: For September 2026\, Do Tell will depart from its regular monthly format (see below) to celebrate National 988 Day in recognition of the National 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline. In addition to a few open mic slots\, there will be several featured storytellers on the theme of navigating mental health challenges (their own and/or those of family and friends). And of course we welcome empathetic listeners into our audience as well!!! \nThose considering dropping their name in the hat for an open mic slot should prepare a story on the theme described above. For the September 2026 show only\, open mic hopefuls MUST register their interest at least 24 hours in advance by texting the host John Aubert at 530-400-3112. Additional guidelines will be provided at that time. \nMost other details of this event remain the same as our regular monthly open mic; those new to Do Tell should see the following URL for additional guidelines: https://capitalstorytelling.com/do-tell-in-person-storytelling-open-mic/  \nWellSpace Health is proud to join Capital Storytelling for Do Tell! on Sept. 8 in recognition of 988 Day. As the regional operator of 988 Sacramento\, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline\, WellSpace Health is committed to making conversations about mental health more open\, accessible and connected to the support available in our community. 988 Sacramento provides free\, confidential support 24/7 through call\, text and chat for people experiencing emotional distress\, mental health challenges or a crisis\, connecting them with trained crisis counselors and local resources. Between open mic stories\, WellSpace Health staff will share mental health and crisis support facts and information\, with a resource table available for attendees to learn more\, pick up resources and ask questions. We’re grateful to be part of an event that creates space for storytelling\, connection and meaningful conversations around mental health. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook URL:https://capitalstorytelling.com/event/do-tell-in-person-storytelling-open-mic/2023-05-09/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/DoTell_Calendar.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR