Love stories? Looking for ways to build community or strengthen your social impact work? Want to get started planning your own community storytelling project? Join Rebecca Sanborn Stone of Community Workshop for a free workshop on community storytelling projects — a class in the free pop-up Bethel University.

Stories and storytelling have tremendous power for community and social impact. They can break down barriers and build relationships. They can drive local economies and support entrepreneurs. They can change minds and open hearts. They can attract resources and connect changemakers. The first half of this class will share tips and stories of successful storytelling projects, from live events (story circles and Moth-style events) to multimedia projects. 

If you’re interested in planning your own project, stick around for the second half. We’ll walk through the steps of planning a project, with time for students to work on an idea and get feedback. White River Valley community members interested in organizing a storytelling project here are especially welcome! Or bring a buddy from your community or organization.