• Sharing the Fire Storytelling Conference-Intensive:The Art of Edu-tainment

    Posted by NEST on March 25, 2026

    Purchase Tickets Here! PRE-CONFERENCE INTENSIVE  The Art of Edu-tainment  Sue O’Halloran


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  • Sharing the Fire Storytelling Conference-Intensive: Forging An Epic Story

    Posted by NEST on March 25, 2026

    Purchase Tickets Here! PRE-CONFERENCE INTENSIVE Forging An Epic Story - Antonio Rocha


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  • Sharing the Fire Storytelling Conference-Intensive: Beyond Words

    Posted by NEST on March 25, 2026

    Purchase Tickets Here! PRE-CONFERENCE INTENSIVE Beyond Words - Expand Your Expressive Potential - Noa Baum


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  • Sharing the Fire Storytelling Conference-Sunday Only

    Posted by NEST on March 25, 2026

    Purchase Tickets for Sunday Only Here!


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  • Sharing the Fire Storytelling Conference-Saturday Only

    Posted by NEST on March 25, 2026

    Purchase Tickets for Saturday Only Here!


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  • Sharing the Fire Storytelling Conference-Friday Only

    Posted by NEST on March 25, 2026

    Purchase Tickets for Friday Only Here!


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  • Sharing the Fire Storytelling Conference-Stories Galore

    Posted by NEST on March 25, 2026

    Purchase Story Galore Tickets Here! This is a performance-only track for those who attend in-person and want to hear stories, but are not interested in attending workshops. It includes all main-stage performances during the conference, fringe performances, the keynote, Sunday morning Second Helpings Story Concert, the Thursday night pre-conference performance, and the following meals: Saturday and Sunday Breakfasts & Sat Lunch. Stories Galore does NOT include: workshops, Friday intensives, dinners, or lodging. Stories Galore Regular: $285 NEST Members: $225 Students: $115


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  • Sharing the Fire Storytelling Conference

    Posted by NEST on March 21, 2026

    Experience the transformative power of narrative at Sharing the Fire 2026, Northeast Storytelling's premier annual conference! Our theme, When Story Changes Everything, is an invitation to explore those profound moments when a single story can open the door to deeper awareness or spark significant change—in ourselves, our communities, and the world. The conference will kick off with a dynamic performance by our Featured Storyteller, Antonio Rocha. And you won't want to miss the motivating Keynote and closing session with Keynote speaker, Laura Packer.  Join us for three days packed with engaging workshops and inspiring storytelling performances. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning your journey, you'll discover new techniques, connect with a vibrant community, and deepen your appreciation for the art of storytelling. Come share your fire, learn new skills, and witness firsthand how story truly changes everything! Register for the Full Conference Here! STF 2026-Sharing the Fire


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  • Merrill Kohlhofer Featured at Story Space online Tue 03/24/2026

    Posted by NEST on March 21, 2026

    Link to Event: http://www.StorySpace.org Event Website: http://www.StorySpace.org Event Phone: (857) 998-1592 Event Contact Email: ChadisR3@outlook.com The Story Space Online Every Tuesday from 6:45-9:00 P.M. EDT Please Note: We are now on EDT (Eastern Daylight Time), 4 hours behind GMT, or UTC-4. To attend via Zoom©: Go to http://www.StorySpace.org In the banner click on “Meeting Invitation” (a new invitation will be posted every Tuesday by 6:00 PM. Otherwise, there will be a placeholder message.) Merrill Kohlhofer: Merrill Kohlhofer is a minister’s son, originally trained as a preacher but turned professional freelance storyteller and educator, history museum guide and trainer, and now a retired National Park Service historic interpreter. He has been sharing his love of history, and especially of the forgotten stories that shape our country, for over 30 years now. He has told stories in historic sites, museums, conferences and most memorably aboard the schooners Thomas Lannon, Adventure, Ernestina, and the full rigged ship Friendship. Feature’s website: https://www.nhstorytelling.org/seacoast-storytellers Storytelling of all types and styles, in a friendly, cooperative venue where listeners and tellers and newcomers alike get full attention. There are no content restrictions, other than prohibiting hate speech. Try out a new story, spin an old favorite, or come to listen. No Topics. No Competition. No Judging. Just Stories… In the spirit of Brother Blue. The Story Space runs every Tuesday Night from 6:45 – 9:00 PM EDT Signup for Open Telling (8-minute slots) starts at 6:45 P.M. EDT. Open Telling starts at 7:00 P.M. EDT sharp. Followed by the Featured Teller at around 8:00 P.M. EDT. "Programs Subject to Change" The Story Space online --- There is an $8 requested donation at http://www.storyspace.org/Kitty.asp


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  • Maria Gillen Featured at Story Space online Tue 03/17/2026

    Posted by NEST on March 14, 2026

    Link to Event: http://www.StorySpace.org Event Website: http://www.StorySpace.org Event Phone: (857) 998-1592 Event Contact Email: ChadisR3@outlook.com The Story Space Online Every Tuesday from 6:45-9:00 P.M. EDT Please Note: We are now on EDT (Eastern Daylight Time), 4 hours behind GMT, or UTC-4. To attend via Zoom©: Go to http://www.StorySpace.org In the banner click on “Meeting Invitation” (a new invitation will be posted every Tuesday by 6:00 PM. Otherwise, there will be a placeholder message.) Maria Gillen: Maria Gillen is a fourth-generation traditional Irish storyteller from Cork City in the south of Ireland. She is the current Storyteller in residence for Sheehan's Storytelling 300 year old Cottage in Finugue, Co. Kerry. She was brought up where the wisdom lives in the stones, if you know how to listen, she carries forward what she calls the Five Deep Wells of Irish Storytelling: (*) Myth and Legend, (*) Stories of Place and Stone, (*) Diaspora Stories, (*) Bean Feasa Wisdom Stories, (*) Co-Created Stories. With 22 years corporate experience culminating in her role as European Operations Manager, Maria bridges ancient oral tradition with modern life. Her work brings the warmth of the Irish fireside into festivals, leadership spaces, and community gatherings across the world. Feature’s website: http://www.storyfromseeds.com/ Feature’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/StoryFromSeeds Feature’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqOZ1JXCzLw4JSMN8teN0hQ Bean Feasa Wisdom Stories: https://emeraldisle.ie/the-bean-feasa-of-the-eyeries Sheehan's Storytelling YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SheehansStorytellingCottage/videos Storytelling of all types and styles, in a friendly, cooperative venue where listeners and tellers and newcomers alike get full attention. There are no content restrictions, other than prohibiting hate speech. Try out a new story, spin an old favorite, or come to listen. No Topics. No Competition. No Judging. Just Stories… In the spirit of Brother Blue. The Story Space runs every Tuesday Night from 6:45 – 9:00 PM EDT Signup for Open Telling (8-minute slots) starts at 6:45 P.M. EDT. Open Telling starts at 7:00 P.M. EDT sharp. Followed by the Featured Teller at around 8:00 P.M. EDT. "Programs Subject to Change" The Story Space online --- There is an $8 requested donation at http://www.storyspace.org/Kitty.asp


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