Memory loss comes in many shapes and forms. Like music, stories are a tool that unlocks interaction across that spectrum, including advanced Alzheimer’s and dementia. In this workshop, you’ll learn basic storytelling techniques that have been specially designed to help family members, health care professionals, chaplains, volunteers, and other caregivers interact with folks who are dealing with memory loss.
What does education look like through a teacher's eyes? Come find out, as four teacher-storytellers share what they have learned at school. It's not at all what you expect!
Hosted by the Storytelling Association of California, and all proceeds go to support Aspire Education's Community Reading Buddies program.
We are presenting the Virtual National Storytelling Festival this October so you can still experience the world-class storytelling you have come to know and love from the comfort of your home. You can enjoy 20+ hours of storytelling from more than 30 tellers during October 1 and 2, and the videos will continue to be available for viewing for two weeks following the Festival.
Why is it, that when we reach adulthood, we feel that stories are unnecessary in the workplace? In this workshop, we will not only understand the importance of a story in business, but in life. Participants will tell their stories and engage each other throughout the session. We will have breakouts, fully use the chat function and laugh and learn.
The Storytelling Association of California presents a lively workshop defining the roles and responsibilities of Show Hosts, Emcees and Event Techs at online and hybrid events. Learn how to smooth out any rough edges with teamwork and artistry.