Wednesday, October 4
Doors at 6:30, Event at 7pm.
Dewey Hall, 91 Main Street, Sheffield, MA 01257
$10 at the door. Additional donations welcome.
See below for dining options at the Hall and in Sheffield. No outside beverages allowed.
Contact: deweymemorialhall@gmail.com, 413 429 1322
Mythic storytelling: Barbara Newman in conversation with Jana Laiz
In mythic storytelling, we draw upon the rich tapestry of ancient myths, legends, and archetypes to weave together tales that resonate with the deepest recesses of human emotion and experience . We build worlds, by constructing a living breathing universe in which these stories unfold. These worlds possess their own history, cultures, and belief systems, By harmoniously blending these elements, storytellers captivate their readers and create enduring narratives that leave an indelible mark on the collective imagination.We will read from our own work, along with passages from authors like Ursula LeGuin and Madeline Miller.
Barbara Newman has always been a storyteller, first in the ad world where she wrote short stories, (very short stories,) 30 second commercials for iconic global brands. After hearing an NPR interview about the American cowgirl, she was so inspired, she left Madison Avenue for Montana to write and produce a doc film about their lives. Now her writing has taken a new form. Most recently, Barbara wrote the award-winning eco-fantasy, The Dreamcatcher Codes. She is at work on her second book.
Jana Laiz believes in magic. Her writing reflects an understanding of the worlds within worlds, the place many writers dwell. Her eco-fantasy novel, The Twelfth Stone emerged out of an intimate view into these worlds and her studies of the faerie folktales of Scotland and Ireland. She is the author of the award-winning novels Weeping Under This Same Moon, "A Free Woman On God's Earth,” The True Story of Elizabeth Mumbet Freeman, and more. Visit her at janalaiz.com.
Use Your Words brings writers, readers, and listeners together for evenings of sharing and conversation. Each date will be hosted by a different local writer, with readings by colleagues, students, writing groups, published authors, and storytellers. Themes will include Emergence, Grief, Creaturely Stories, Lives Gone Off Script, True Tales, Memoirs, and more. The hosts will open conversations around each evening’s themes, but also talk about writing practices, writing groups, and other skills to empower the art of writing and to encourage reading.
Dewey Drop-In: Use Your Words dates, hosts, and themes:
11/01/2023 Sheela Clary: True Tales of Lives Lived
12/06/2023 Beth Robbins and Hanna Van Sickle; Literature and Loss
Dewey Drop-In (DDI) Wednesday night series includes:
First Wednesdays: Use Your Words, writing, readings, and storytelling
Second Wednesdays: Jazz Jams hosted by Brian Kantor w/ bandleader Luke Franco (participants and audience welcome)
Third Wednesdays: Show & Tell, a music and art soireé hosted by Michael Lesko
Fourth Wednesdays: Game Nights with hosts Maggie McRae and Michael Siktberg. Bring a game or join a game.
Wednesday Night Dining options in Sheffield!
Thank you to our sponsor Roberto’s Pizza!
**Order food and dine at Dewey Hall: Order food at Roberto’s (Wednesday until 9pm) and enjoy your dinner at Dewey Hall!.
**Order at Dewey Hall and eat at Dewey Hall: Food ordered online from the Roberto's at Dewey Menu (now the full Roberto’s Menu) or over the phone for dining at Dewey is delivered by Dewey staff to the Hall at 7:30pm! Orders must be placed by 6:45pm.
Order here: https://www.dhrobertospizza413.com
**If you’re order is not ready by 7:30pm you will need to pick up your own order from Roberto’s**
**Dine in at Roberto’s: Roberto’s full menu is available at the restaurant until 9pm on Wednesday nights.
PLEASE do not bring outside beverages to the Hall!! Only beverages purchased at the Hall are allowed in the Hall!
Wednesday, October 4
Doors at 6:30, Event at 7pm.
Dewey Hall, 91 Main Street, Sheffield, MA 01257
$10 at the door. Additional donations welcome.
See below for dining options at the Hall and in Sheffield. No outside beverages allowed.
Contact: deweymemorialhall@gmail.com, 413 429 1322
Mythic storytelling: Barbara Newman in conversation with Jana Laiz
In mythic storytelling, we draw upon the rich tapestry of ancient myths, legends, and archetypes to weave together tales that resonate with the deepest recesses of human emotion and experience . We build worlds, by constructing a living breathing universe in which these stories unfold. These worlds possess their own history, cultures, and belief systems, By harmoniously blending these elements, storytellers captivate their readers and create enduring narratives that leave an indelible mark on the collective imagination.We will read from our own work, along with passages from authors like Ursula LeGuin and Madeline Miller.
Barbara Newman has always been a storyteller, first in the ad world where she wrote short stories, (very short stories,) 30 second commercials for iconic global brands. After hearing an NPR interview about the American cowgirl, she was so inspired, she left Madison Avenue for Montana to write and produce a doc film about their lives. Now her writing has taken a new form. Most recently, Barbara wrote the award-winning eco-fantasy, The Dreamcatcher Codes. She is at work on her second book.
Jana Laiz believes in magic. Her writing reflects an understanding of the worlds within worlds, the place many writers dwell. Her eco-fantasy novel, The Twelfth Stone emerged out of an intimate view into these worlds and her studies of the faerie folktales of Scotland and Ireland. She is the author of the award-winning novels Weeping Under This Same Moon, "A Free Woman On God's Earth,” The True Story of Elizabeth Mumbet Freeman, and more. Visit her at janalaiz.com.
Use Your Words brings writers, readers, and listeners together for evenings of sharing and conversation. Each date will be hosted by a different local writer, with readings by colleagues, students, writing groups, published authors, and storytellers. Themes will include Emergence, Grief, Creaturely Stories, Lives Gone Off Script, True Tales, Memoirs, and more. The hosts will open conversations around each evening’s themes, but also talk about writing practices, writing groups, and other skills to empower the art of writing and to encourage reading.
Dewey Drop-In: Use Your Words dates, hosts, and themes:
11/01/2023 Sheela Clary: True Tales of Lives Lived
12/06/2023 Beth Robbins and Hanna Van Sickle; Literature and Loss
Dewey Drop-In (DDI) Wednesday night series includes:
First Wednesdays: Use Your Words, writing, readings, and storytelling
Second Wednesdays: Jazz Jams hosted by Brian Kantor w/ bandleader Luke Franco (participants and audience welcome)
Third Wednesdays: Show & Tell, a music and art soireé hosted by Michael Lesko
Fourth Wednesdays: Game Nights with hosts Maggie McRae and Michael Siktberg. Bring a game or join a game.
Wednesday Night Dining options in Sheffield!
Thank you to our sponsor Roberto’s Pizza!
**Order food and dine at Dewey Hall: Order food at Roberto’s (Wednesday until 9pm) and enjoy your dinner at Dewey Hall!.
**Order at Dewey Hall and eat at Dewey Hall: Food ordered online from the Roberto's at Dewey Menu (now the full Roberto’s Menu) or over the phone for dining at Dewey is delivered by Dewey staff to the Hall at 7:30pm! Orders must be placed by 6:45pm.
Order here: https://www.dhrobertospizza413.com
**If you’re order is not ready by 7:30pm you will need to pick up your own order from Roberto’s**
**Dine in at Roberto’s: Roberto’s full menu is available at the restaurant until 9pm on Wednesday nights.
PLEASE do not bring outside beverages to the Hall!! Only beverages purchased at the Hall are allowed in the Hall!
