BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Capital Storytelling - ECPv6.15.20//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: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:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240821T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240821T180000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094622 CREATED:20240701T130210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T132552Z UID:20813-1724227200-1724263200@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Comedic Storytelling 101 (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays August 7 – 28 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM PT / 9:00 PM – 11 PM ET (note your time zone!)\nInstructor: Diana Medina \nENROLL\n\nJoin us for a 4-week course on Comedic Storytelling! This class is designed for all experience levels to help you turn your personal experiences into engaging\, laugh-out-loud stories. Through interactive learning\, fun storytelling games\, and hands-on practice\, you’ll discover the deeper connections between humor and healing while building a supportive community of fellow storytellers. We’ll explore different comedic techniques in storytelling as well as structure and components of all good stories. We’ll also explore ways to generate new story ideas through playful exercises that pull from knowledge across disciplines including improv and poetry. And we’ll do it all while laughing together. Join us and explore how to feel collective joy and share stories that connect\, entertain\, and have a good dose of humor in them. \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/comedic-storytelling-101-virtual/2024-08-21/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ComedicStorytelling_Summer2024.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240817T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240817T153000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094622 CREATED:20221209T161333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221209T161333Z UID:16655-1723903200-1723908600@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Sacramento Storytellers Guild Program (Monthly Hybrid Event!) DESCRIPTION:The Sacramento Storytellers Guild hosts a monthly storytelling program with 6 storytellers and 2 poets each event! The event is hybrid: in person at the Sacramento Poetry Center with a Zoom audience as well! For more info\, visit their website: https://sacramentostorytellersguild.org/ \nZoom for each month is here: https://zoom.us/j/91354356933\nMeeting ID: 913 5435 6933 \nIf you’d like to sign up to share a story or poem\, email storyteller@sacramentostorytellersguild.org \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-storytellers-guild-program-monthly-hybrid-event/2024-08-17/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240814T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240814T180000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094622 CREATED:20240701T130210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T132551Z UID:20812-1723622400-1723658400@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Comedic Storytelling 101 (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays August 7 – 28 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM PT / 9:00 PM – 11 PM ET (note your time zone!)\nInstructor: Diana Medina \nENROLL\n\nJoin us for a 4-week course on Comedic Storytelling! This class is designed for all experience levels to help you turn your personal experiences into engaging\, laugh-out-loud stories. Through interactive learning\, fun storytelling games\, and hands-on practice\, you’ll discover the deeper connections between humor and healing while building a supportive community of fellow storytellers. We’ll explore different comedic techniques in storytelling as well as structure and components of all good stories. We’ll also explore ways to generate new story ideas through playful exercises that pull from knowledge across disciplines including improv and poetry. And we’ll do it all while laughing together. Join us and explore how to feel collective joy and share stories that connect\, entertain\, and have a good dose of humor in them. \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/comedic-storytelling-101-virtual/2024-08-14/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ComedicStorytelling_Summer2024.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240813T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240813T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094622 CREATED:20230412T171203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T142803Z UID:17211-1723572000-1723579200@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! \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/do-tell-in-person-storytelling-open-mic/2024-08-13/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/DoTell_Calendar.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240807T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240807T180000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094622 CREATED:20240701T130210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T132551Z UID:20810-1723017600-1723053600@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Comedic Storytelling 101 (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays August 7 – 28 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM PT / 9:00 PM – 11 PM ET (note your time zone!)\nInstructor: Diana Medina \nENROLL\n\nJoin us for a 4-week course on Comedic Storytelling! This class is designed for all experience levels to help you turn your personal experiences into engaging\, laugh-out-loud stories. Through interactive learning\, fun storytelling games\, and hands-on practice\, you’ll discover the deeper connections between humor and healing while building a supportive community of fellow storytellers. We’ll explore different comedic techniques in storytelling as well as structure and components of all good stories. We’ll also explore ways to generate new story ideas through playful exercises that pull from knowledge across disciplines including improv and poetry. And we’ll do it all while laughing together. Join us and explore how to feel collective joy and share stories that connect\, entertain\, and have a good dose of humor in them. \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/comedic-storytelling-101-virtual/2024-08-07/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ComedicStorytelling_Summer2024.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240803T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240803T190000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094622 CREATED:20231202T184005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T013640Z UID:18900-1722704400-1722711600@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/communitystorylab-2024-08-03/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240720T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240720T153000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094622 CREATED:20221209T161333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221209T161333Z UID:16654-1721484000-1721489400@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Sacramento Storytellers Guild Program (Monthly Hybrid Event!) DESCRIPTION:The Sacramento Storytellers Guild hosts a monthly storytelling program with 6 storytellers and 2 poets each event! The event is hybrid: in person at the Sacramento Poetry Center with a Zoom audience as well! For more info\, visit their website: https://sacramentostorytellersguild.org/ \nZoom for each month is here: https://zoom.us/j/91354356933\nMeeting ID: 913 5435 6933 \nIf you’d like to sign up to share a story or poem\, email storyteller@sacramentostorytellersguild.org \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-storytellers-guild-program-monthly-hybrid-event/2024-07-20/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240709T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240709T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094622 CREATED:20230412T171203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T142803Z UID:17210-1720548000-1720555200@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! \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/do-tell-in-person-storytelling-open-mic/2024-07-09/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/DoTell_Calendar.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240706T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240706T190000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094622 CREATED:20231202T184005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T013058Z UID:18899-1720285200-1720292400@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/communitystorylab-2024-07-06/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240625T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240625T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20240321T132216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T132902Z UID:20014-1719338400-1719345600@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 10 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-summer2024/2024-06-25/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/STORYTELLING-101-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240618T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240618T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20240321T132216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T132901Z UID:20013-1718733600-1718740800@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 10 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-summer2024/2024-06-18/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/STORYTELLING-101-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240615T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240615T153000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20221209T161333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221209T161333Z UID:16653-1718460000-1718465400@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Sacramento Storytellers Guild Program (Monthly Hybrid Event!) DESCRIPTION:The Sacramento Storytellers Guild hosts a monthly storytelling program with 6 storytellers and 2 poets each event! The event is hybrid: in person at the Sacramento Poetry Center with a Zoom audience as well! For more info\, visit their website: https://sacramentostorytellersguild.org/ \nZoom for each month is here: https://zoom.us/j/91354356933\nMeeting ID: 913 5435 6933 \nIf you’d like to sign up to share a story or poem\, email storyteller@sacramentostorytellersguild.org \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-storytellers-guild-program-monthly-hybrid-event/2024-06-15/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240611T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240611T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20240321T132216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T132901Z UID:20012-1718128800-1718136000@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 10 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-summer2024/2024-06-11/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/STORYTELLING-101-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240611T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240611T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20230412T171203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T142802Z UID:17209-1718128800-1718136000@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! \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/do-tell-in-person-storytelling-open-mic/2024-06-11/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/DoTell_Calendar.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240604T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240604T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20240321T132216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T132901Z UID:19998-1717524000-1717531200@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 10 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-summer2024/2024-06-04/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/STORYTELLING-101-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240601T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240601T190000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20231202T184005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T165822Z UID:18898-1717261200-1717268400@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/communitystorylab-2024-02-03-2024-06-01/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240518T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240518T153000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20221209T161333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221209T161333Z UID:16652-1716040800-1716046200@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Sacramento Storytellers Guild Program (Monthly Hybrid Event!) DESCRIPTION:The Sacramento Storytellers Guild hosts a monthly storytelling program with 6 storytellers and 2 poets each event! The event is hybrid: in person at the Sacramento Poetry Center with a Zoom audience as well! For more info\, visit their website: https://sacramentostorytellersguild.org/ \nZoom for each month is here: https://zoom.us/j/91354356933\nMeeting ID: 913 5435 6933 \nIf you’d like to sign up to share a story or poem\, email storyteller@sacramentostorytellersguild.org \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-storytellers-guild-program-monthly-hybrid-event/2024-05-18/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20230412T171203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T142802Z UID:17208-1715709600-1715716800@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! \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/do-tell-in-person-storytelling-open-mic/2024-05-14/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/DoTell_Calendar.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240504T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240504T190000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20231202T184005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T013217Z UID:18897-1714842000-1714849200@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/communitystorylab-2024-05-04/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240501T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240501T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20240313T130448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T164553Z UID:19902-1714586400-1714593600@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Our Stories Matter (LIVE EVENT!) DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 1st at 6 PM in the Hinde Auditorium on the campus of Sacramento State for Our Stories Matter\, a live event in which storytellers will take the stage and share their true personal stories in front of an audience. All of our storytellers for the evening identify as Asian or Asian American\, and we are excited to honor and celebrate our Asian Pacific Islander Desi community in Sacramento at this event. You won’t want to miss this unforgettable night of community and connection and the chance to listen to stories and walk in another’s shoes. Storytellers for the evening include Jasjeet Dhanota\, Hang Hoang\, LanPhuong Nguyen\, Jomari Fernandez\, and Vivien Narcisa Triano. This event is hosted in partnership with the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Center of Sacramento State and sponsored by Capital Public Radio. For more information email us info@capitalstorytelling.com or call us at 1-(209)-425-2951‬. \n  \nAdmission is FREE.  \nRSVP\nDate: May 1st\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 info@capitalstorytelling.com or call the APIDA Center at (916) 278-7849. \n  \nStorytellers for the evening include… \n Vivien Narcisa Triano Storyteller Vivien Narcisa Triano is the eldest daughter of two hardworking Filipino immigrants. She is also a Manang\, sister\, mother\, and trusted friend. She is a dedicated student of Life\, whose most recent teacher is grief. By day\, she's a clinical genetic counselor in corporate healthcare; by night\, she's a closeted creative whose art and sweary writing is guided by her fierce\, but far more polite indigenous ancestors and Spirit guides. She is currently on a path to uncover her life's purpose whilst charting new waters as a co-parent to two spirited young boys. Lan-Phuong Nguyen Storyteller Lan-Phuong was born in South Democratic Vietnam during the Vietnam Civil War. She spent 15 years under the Communist regime before resettling in the US in 1990. International and domestic politics have profoundly and tragically affected her life and her family: she has experienced death\, political persecution\, separation\, and destitution. Thanks to the US government and the people who fought hard for her family to emigrate from Vietnam\, she is proud to call the US home.  She holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in macroeconomics from American University in Washington DC\, and she is currently studying politics and international relations at Sacramento State. Lan-Phuong is a life-long devoted community and political activist.  Jasjeet Dhanota Storyteller Jasjeet Dhanota is a naturalist and writer. She was born in San Jose\, California and currently lives in Sacramento. Hằng Hoàng Storyteller Hằng Hoàng is a 1st generation Vietnamese American and the 1st in her family to pursue a graduate degree. She had to navigate higher education while supporting her younger brother with an incurable illness. Despite her delayed graduation\, she believes that she will be able to support her family and graduate with her degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology. When Hằng is not working on her thesis or helping her family\, you can find her watching anime and Asian dramas\, and anything she finds interesting on Netflix. She also loves to read fiction and self-development books and learn about photography on YouTube. Hằng enjoys hanging out with her friends and staying connected with them via messaging. Jomari Fernandez Storyteller Jomari grew up in the slum of Payatas\, Philippines. As a child\, he remembers selling flowers on the streets to help buy his grandmother’s medicines and experiencing bullying from his peers. But he kept a positive attitude. As a newly settled immigrant to the US\, he threw himself into helping his community. He volunteered in the food pantry\, his high school garden\, high school library\, and helped in janitorial duties. He even spent his lunch time educating students about composting and recycling. Although his life has not been perfect\, he believes each challenge has allowed him to discover what he wants to do in life: to serve the public. By sharing his story\, he hopes to inspire those who experience failures in their own life. \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  \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/our-stories-matter/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/OurStoriesMatter_May1_2024Banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T153000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20221209T161333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221209T161333Z UID:16651-1713621600-1713627000@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Sacramento Storytellers Guild Program (Monthly Hybrid Event!) DESCRIPTION:The Sacramento Storytellers Guild hosts a monthly storytelling program with 6 storytellers and 2 poets each event! The event is hybrid: in person at the Sacramento Poetry Center with a Zoom audience as well! For more info\, visit their website: https://sacramentostorytellersguild.org/ \nZoom for each month is here: https://zoom.us/j/91354356933\nMeeting ID: 913 5435 6933 \nIf you’d like to sign up to share a story or poem\, email storyteller@sacramentostorytellersguild.org \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-storytellers-guild-program-monthly-hybrid-event/2024-04-20/ LOCATION:CA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240406T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240406T190000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20231202T184005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T012033Z UID:18896-1712422800-1712430000@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/communitystorylab-2024-04-06/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240329 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240330 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20240220T210424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T181209Z UID:19631-1711670400-1711756799@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Finding Your Voice: A Free Storytelling Workshop for AAPI Community Members DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person workshop in Oakland\, California\, hosted in partnership with the Asian Pacific Institute on Gender Based Violence (API-GBV). Come witness the power of storytelling and social change in action. The Capital Storytelling team will walk participants through a series of reflective exercises to help them identify and develop a true\, personal story\, which they can choose to share out loud. \n*This workshop is centered on those who identify as AAPI members* \n  \nMarch 29th @ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM \nLocation: \nAsian Pacific Institute on Gender-Based Violence\n500 12th St\, Suite 330\, Oakland CA 94607 \n  \nAbout The Asian Pacific Institute on Gender-Based Violence (API-GBV): The API-GBV is a culturally specific national resource center on domestic violence\, sexual violence\, trafficking\, and other forms of gender-based violence in Asian/Asian-American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities.  We envision a world free of gender-based violence for communities with equal opportunities for all to thrive. \nREGISTER\n  \nAbout the workshop facilitators: \n \nMeghna Bhat\, Ph.D. (she/her) is a renowned national gender and social justice consultant\, storyteller/ artist\, multidisciplinary educator\, and feminist scholar based in California. She is a proud first-generation immigrant from India who has lived in the US for the past 20 years. As a recipient of the 2022 Seeding Creativity Individual Artist Award\, Dr. Bhat created Gulabi Stories: A South Asian Healing Initiative\, a multidisciplinary project that uses storytelling to address healing within the South Asian diaspora community. As a committed cultural bearer and narrative change advocate\, she believes in the power of storytelling to build\, repair\, heal\, and strengthen intergenerational relationships in our communities. In her spare time\, Dr. Bhat loves brisk walking\, cooking and dining\, nurturing her plants\, storytelling\, and spending time with her loved ones. She currently works part-time at Capital Storytelling as a program co-coordinator and story coach. \n  \n \nTamara Elena Spence\, Ph.D. (she/her) is a proud Puerto Rican\, Irish\, and Pennsylvania Dutch neuroscientist who grew up celebrating her unique multi-cultural background. She has fond memories of both helping her mother make bacalaitos on the sunny patio and visiting Amish Country in Pennsylvania with her father to sample scrapple\, apple butter\, and pretzels. She is a storyteller\, educator\, and social change maker who has performed on stage for Capital Storytelling and Story Collider. She believes that sharing stories fosters empathy and compassion and can help build genuine connections within and between communities. \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/finding-your-voice-a-free-storytelling-workshop-for-aapi-community-members/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FindingYourVoice_March29_12PM_APIGBV_CapStory_Insta.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20240219T203845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T222640Z UID:19608-1710583200-1710590400@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Half-Baked Stories: A Workshop on Embracing Imperfection (IN PERSON) 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.  \nThis workshop will be in-person on the campus of Sacramento State University in Sacramento\, CA.  \nNote: We offered this workshop virtually in January and we are offering it again in-person! If you are in the Sacramento area\, come out! Diana will be leading the group through similar exercises she did in the January workshop (and will add in some new ones!) We can’t wait to see you there! \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-story-workshop/ LOCATION:Sacramento State University\, 6000 J St\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95819\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Capital-Storytelling-130-Workshop-1920-x-1080-px-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20221213T150939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T214527Z UID:16389-1709834400-1709841600@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Oral Storytelling 201 (Virtual Class) DESCRIPTION:March 7\, 14\, 21 and 28 @ 6:00 – 8:00 PM PT (note your timezone!) \nThis 4-week virtual class is intended for students who have already taken Oral Storytelling 101 and want to continue honing their storytelling skills. Each week participants will share stories in front of the class and get constructive feedback. The class is small (8 max) to that ensure each person is given time to share and then workshop their stories in a safe and compassionate setting. The class is offered online via Zoom. \nInstructor: Jean Green \nScholarships are available for those with financial need. NEED A SCHOLARSHIP? CLICK HERE \nWant to give this class as a gift to someone? Click here to purchase a gift card. \nNote: if you would like to pay by check or money order\, please contact us at capitalstorytelling@gmail.com. \nENROLL\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-201-winter2024/2024-03-07/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/201ClassTammyFB-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T190000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20231202T184005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T010207Z UID:18895-1709398800-1709406000@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\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-2024-03-02/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T203000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20230223T002041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T224821Z UID:16767-1707242400-1707251400@capitalstorytelling.com SUMMARY:Podcasting 101 DESCRIPTION:This 4-week online virtual class trains you in the art of podcast production. Participants will learn how to create podcasts using readily available devices (computers\, smart phones\, or audio recorders)\, how to use audio editing software\, and how to publish podcast episodes through various online platforms- all with one-on-one instruction from experienced radio and podcast producers. \nCOST: $275 Scholarships available\, click here to apply (or email capitalstorytelling@gmail.com to inquire) \n**Early bird registration $260 by January 25. \nInstructors: Lisa Cantrell and Victoria Boston \nClass dates: Tuesdays Februrary 6\, 13\, 20 and 27 @ 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM (note your time zone) \nEnrollment also includes 2 hours of one-on-one assistance from the instructor to support the creation of projects. Participants must have access to a computer. \nENROLL\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/podcasting-101/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CapStoryPodcastPicWebsite.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T190000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 CREATED:20231202T184005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T005330Z UID:18840-1706979600-1706986800@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/communitystorylab-2024-02-03/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoryLabINSTAnodate-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240130T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240130T193000 DTSTAMP:20260421T094623 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/ LOCATION:CA 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:20260421T094623 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/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://capitalstorytelling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Meghna_Square_101FBWeb.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR