“Stories of Peace, Justice, Love, and Kindness” - Swap
Apr
7
7:00 PM19:00

“Stories of Peace, Justice, Love, and Kindness” - Swap

We are looking forward to our free Story Swap!  The theme will be “Stories of Peace, Justice, Love, and Kindness”, and the swap will be hosted by Ken Karnas.   If you would like to tell a story and receive feedback from the group, be sure to email the Guild soon as the slots fill up quickly.  
Whether or not you are telling a story, invite your friends and fellow storytellers!  Just send us their names and emails so we can include them on the Zoom invitation list.

On Zoom.  The event is free but participants need to preregister to receive a Zoom link.  The link will be sent two days before the event.

Sign up? Questions? Email: NJStorytellingGuild@gmail.com

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Digital Marketing Strategies and Artistic Branding for Artists
Apr
17
2:00 PM14:00

Digital Marketing Strategies and Artistic Branding for Artists

New Opportunities for

New Jersey Artists!

Registration Now Open for The Business of Being an Artist and our Teaching Artist Community of Practice


Applications Now Open for the 2024 New Jersey Arts Annual

Call for artists! Registration now open for the fourth workshop in The Business of Being an Artist series: "Digital Marketing Strategies and Artistic Branding for Artists."


The New Jersey State Council on the Arts is pleased to present The Business of Being an Artist workshop series. These workshops are free and open to any artist, teaching artist, or folk artist who lives and/or works in the state of New Jersey.



Digital Marketing Strategies and Artistic Branding for Artists


When: April 17, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:30 PM

 

What: Join our engaging 90-minute Zoom seminar designed for both artists and teaching artists eager to bolster their professional presence. Participants will dive deep into artistic branding, explore practical digital marketing strategies, and learn the art of effective networking and collaboration to carve out lucrative opportunities. Drawing inspiration from real-world success stories through a peer-to-peer learning opportunity, attendees will leave equipped, enlightened, and empowered to navigate the vibrant tapestry of a successful artistic and art educational digital marketing experience.

 

Who: The workshop will be led by Robert Vernon (Digital Arts Imaging) with peer-to-peer sessions led by Sean Layne, Erik James Montgomery, and Barkha Patel. Learn more about our speakers here.


How: Registration is free, but required to access the organizational materials, as well as the Zoom link.


Registration Deadline: April 10, 2024.



Register Here!

No late registrations will be accepted.

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Irish Tales Celebrate St. Patrick's Day - Princeton Storytelling Circle
Mar
17
1:00 PM13:00

Irish Tales Celebrate St. Patrick's Day - Princeton Storytelling Circle

What’s St. Patrick’s Day without a little blarney and stories? Join the Princeton Storytelling Circle in a program for all ages celebrating the Irish tradition of sharing tales that charm and tickle the funny bone. Get a jump on World Storytelling Day (March 20) when the oral tradition of telling stories is celebrated around the globe! Feel free to bring your own picnic lunch and/or beverage to enjoy during story time.

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"Thinking Outside the Box"- Story Workshop
Mar
3
7:00 PM19:00

"Thinking Outside the Box"- Story Workshop

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Judy England-McCarthy will guide participants to develop new and creative ways to share their stories with others.  Her workshop will include discussion, fun activities, and an exploration of what enhances creativity.

On Zoom- Guild members will be sent a link.  Others can purchase a $20 ticket by emailing the Guild.

Sign up? Questions?
Email:
NJStorytellingGuild@gmail.com

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"Crossroad" - Swap
Feb
4
7:00 PM19:00

"Crossroad" - Swap

Storytellers will share 7- 10 minute traditional or personal stories about reaching a "crossroad"- a real or imagined transition or a chosen path. Email the Guild to sign up as a teller. Story listeners will offer feedback to the tellers.

On Zoom.  The event is free but participants need to preregister to receive a Zoom link.  The link will be sent two days before the event.

Sign up? Questions? Email: NJStorytellingGuild@gmail.com

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"Art and the Holocaust" - Workshop
Jan
14
7:00 PM19:00

"Art and the Holocaust" - Workshop

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Gerry Fierst, a master storyteller, writer, actor, and the founder of the NJ Storytelling Guild will teach us how to use songs and stories to talk about dark times and resilience.

On Zoom.  Guild members and those that purchase a $20 ticket will receive a link shortly before the event.  To purchase a ticket, please email the Guild for instructions.

Sign up? Questions? Email: NJStorytellingGuild@gmail.com

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"Winter Wonderland/Holiday Stories" - Swap
Dec
3
7:00 PM19:00

"Winter Wonderland/Holiday Stories" - Swap

Storytellers of all levels are encouraged to share a 5 to 7-minute tale related to the swap theme.  
Please time your story and sign up for a time slot by Nov. 19.  
Story listeners, as always, are welcomed to enjoy the feast!

On Zoom - Please RSVP to the Guild to receive a free link shortly before the event.

Sign up? Questions? Email: NJStorytellingGuild@gmail.com

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"From Story to Poem and Back Again" - Workshop
Nov
5
7:00 PM19:00

"From Story to Poem and Back Again" - Workshop

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Luray Gross - workshop leader

Learn how to make the leap from telling traditional or personal stories to crafting poems rich in imagery and an authentic in voice.

Storyteller and poet Luray Gross has brought story, song and poetry-making to thousands of students and teachers over the last thirty-some years. She was awarded a Fellowship in Poetry by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and named one of their Distinguished Teaching Artists. She is the author of four collections of poetry, most recently Lift, published by Ragged Sky Press.

On Zoom - links will be sent shortly before the event.

Sign up? Questions? Email: NJStorytellingGuild@gmail.com

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Terrifying Tales: Chilly Stories for a Cool Night
Nov
4
7:00 PM19:00

Terrifying Tales: Chilly Stories for a Cool Night

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The Center for Contemporary Art is pleased to present Better Said Than Done storytellers Robin Bady, Sarah Brady, Megan Hicks, and Jessica Robinson for “Terrifying Tales: Chilly Stories for a Cool Night,” a storytelling concert benefiting The Center. These stories are intended to entertain and scare a mature audience.

Phone Number: (908) 2342345

Email: cwish@ccabedminster.org

Website: https://ccabedminster.org/event/terrifying-tales-chilly-stories-for-a-cool-night/

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NJ Storytelling Guild: Story Swap - Halloween Harvest
Oct
8
7:00 PM19:00

NJ Storytelling Guild: Story Swap - Halloween Harvest

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Sign up to tell your thrilling tale of suspense, fright, delight, nature's harvest or the change of the season. Please limit your tales to no more than 5 to 8 minutes and contact us by September 25, 2023 to sign up for a slot.

Story listeners are welcomed to enjoy the feast and provide feedback to the tellers.   This event is free and open to the public.

On Zoom - links will be sent shortly before the event.

Sign up? Questions? Email: NJStorytellingGuild@gmail.com

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NEW JERSEY STORYTELLING FESTIVAL
Sep
30
12:00 PM12:00

NEW JERSEY STORYTELLING FESTIVAL

  • 26 Stangl Road Flemington, NJ, 08822 United States (map)
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Join us as storytellers from throughout New Jersey and the Tri-State area convene for  at the Flemington Arts & Cultural district  to regale visitors with a whole new crop of stories - and more than 50 storytellers at five locations on Stangl Road. Stories of all types from The Moth-type 'real stories from real people' to family legacy stories to children's stories. A continuous rotation of tellers will perform throughout the day from 1 to 5 PM

Legacy Storytelling Workshop
Every family has stories worth sharing. Discover the family stories you always knew were there.
The stories of your family are vital treasures and gifts that only you and your family can give to your ancestors for generations to come!. Please join us for an exciting and interactive Legacy Storytelling Workshop to help “build” your family legacy stories.

The Story Slam
The Story Slam takes place from noon to 1 PM to begin the fun.  Contestants are chosen at random to recount a 5 minute-or-less personal tale. The theme is HOME TOWN.

The Lightning Round
The day is followed by the festival’s signature close, the Lightning Round, from 4:15 to 4:45 PM.

Website: http://njstorytellingfestival.com/

Phone Number: (908) 892 6859

Email: joeynovick@gmail.com

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Jun
26
6:30 PM18:30

TAKE YOUR STORY TO [CORPORATE] MARKET!

SO, you’ve told your stories at The Moth. Won as the audience favorite.
Learn how to TAKE YOUR STORY TO [CORPORATE] MARKET and make money!

REGISTRATION:
EARLY BIRD - $59
REGUALR - $79
BEST VALUE - $89 -SEMINAR plus ONE HOUR CONSULTATION after program.


CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND MORE INFORMATION:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/take-your-story-to-corporate-market-tickets-639487653787?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Questions? Contact: joeynovick@gmail.com

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Family Storytelling Festival
Jun
10
2:00 PM14:00

Family Storytelling Festival

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An afternoon of storytelling, music, art projects and a silent auction -- fun for all ages! Activities will be outdoors under a tent and indoors. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Bring a blanket or a chair --


Featured storytellers are Bronwyn Bird, Maria LoBiondo and Lillie Chen.

Event Phone Number: (609) 430-1922

Event Email: storytellingartsinc@gmail.comn

Event Website: storytellingartsinc.org

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