29 Days of Stories!
Now that January has come to a close, it is time to get ready for Black History Month 2016. While I agree that Black History should be taught year round,…
Thoughts
Reflections of a Storytelling Journey
As I reflect back on my year of storytelling in 2015, I realize that it has been a great one from beginning to end. My highlights include telling at the…
Shh . . . Just Listen
It has been said by many, that in order to be a good storyteller, one must also be a good listener. Or as a colleague of mine put it, “storytelling…
Wisdom of the Elders
Recently, I had the opportunity to attend the Wisdom of the Elders 10th Annual Storytelling Festival in Portland, OR and it was such a great cultural experience. Being a first…
Back 2 School
I am excited to announce that I have been chosen to be an artist on the Young Audiences of Oregon and SW Washington roster! Being a part of the Arts…
#Storytelling101
With the school year beginning, I find it necessary to go back to basics. By basics, I mean returning to my roots as a teller of African & African American folktales….
Storyteller on a Mission
One can define a mission statement as specifying the goals and objectives in their chosen field or profession. So, what is my mission statement? It is to enlighten, enrich, and educate…
Real Heroes Read!
My first Summer Reading Program in Dallas, Oregon was a great success. The turnout was wonderful and the audience was very appreciative. The venue was not at the downtown library…
Summer Reading Program 2015
It’s here SRP 2015! The theme “Heroes” really speaks to me being a fan of comics. And, I love the slogan ‘Every Hero Has A Story! Heroes come in all…