- No events scheduled for November 1, 2020.
- No events scheduled for November 3, 2020.
- No events scheduled for November 7, 2020.
Week of Events
Crafting at Home
Crafting at Home
This monthly program gives adults the chance to do some crafting from the comfort of home! Materials for each project will be available to pick up at JDL branches. November 2: Paper Beads For project instructions, click here.
Moving and Grooving Our Way to Literacy: Language Immersion for Young Children
Moving and Grooving Our Way to Literacy: Language Immersion for Young Children
Jenifer Strauss is a former teacher, Storyteller, and Narrative Coach who specializes in Early Childhood Literacy. This workshop is designed for early childhood educators, youth librarians, caregivers and parents of young children. In this action-packed workshop, Jen will lead participants through a series of rich and diverse language experiences based on brain science and the […]
If You Can Tell It, You Can Write It: Personal Narrative and the Storytelling to Story Writing Connection
If You Can Tell It, You Can Write It: Personal Narrative and the Storytelling to Story Writing Connection
Jenifer Strauss is a Storyteller, Narrative Coach and former Middle School teacher. Years ago, when a group of defiant sixth graders dared Jen to turn them into writers, she first asked them to become storytellers! Her Turning Points Personal Narrative Writing Process began with that group of students. In this workshop for upper elementary, middle […]
Turning Memories into Treasures
Turning Memories into Treasures
In this 90-minute Zoom workshop, award winning storyteller and teaching artist, Judy Sima, helps families re-create memorable events in their lives. Through a step by step process that includes imaginative play, sketching and sharing, family members become eager to share their stories with others. (Ages 6 and up) This workshop is limited to 20 participants […]
Silver Tales: Stories for the Young at Heart
Silver Tales: Stories for the Young at Heart
Gemini, along with special guest Emily, will perform a mix of classic songs of the 60s and songs from Broadway musicals. This program will be available until November 18 here. To learn about all Storyfest events, click here.
Storyfest Showcase
Storyfest Showcase
The culmination of the 33rd Storyfest, this event will feature performances by Michigan storytellers Jenifer Strauss, Robin Nott, La'Ron Williams, Judy Sima, Kinetic Affect and a musical finale by Jackson's own Airtight. This program will be available on our Facebook page and Youtube Channel. To learn about all Storyfest events, click here.