• The VASA Gathering Online

    https://virginiastorytellingalliance.org/vasa-2026-gathering/ The Virginia Storytelling Alliance (VASA) annual Gathering is online for 2026, making it easier than ever for members across the state (and beyond) to join us for an afternoon and evening of stories, connection, and celebration. This special online edition of the Gathering will include a story swap, our annual meeting, and an evening […]

  • Jessica on the Radio

    Listen live – on the radio if you are in the Tri-Cities Area, or on WSJS.com – on May 4th at 8:o7am Eastern to hear me tell a story and be interviewed on Triad Today With Jeffrey Griffin on WSJS.

  • The Fair Folk

    Join Better Said Than Done on Zoom on May 7, 2026 at 8:00pm Eastern for “The Fair Folk: faerie tales,” with emcee Sam Payne and storytellers Eva Abram, Sara Armstrong, Lona Bartlett, Naomi Faw, and Chetter Galloway. $15 Suggested/$5 MinimumAll Proceeds Split Between Producer and Storytellers Details and Tickets Here: bettersaidthandone.org/event/the-fair-folk

  • Story Structure Workshop

    Join Better Said Than Done storytelling online this Spring for a series of storytelling workshops to seed and nourish and grow your creative spirit. You can register here for Workshop: Story Structure and Plot. May 20 – Workshop: Story Structure and Plot You’ve got a story, or the idea for one. Now, how does the […]

  • Story Scene Setting Workshop

    Join Better Said Than Done storytelling online this Spring for a series of storytelling workshops to seed and nourish and grow your creative spirit. This workshop has been postponed. New date TBD. June 3 – Workshop: Setting the Scene Where are we, where did we come from, what are we carrying and who are we […]

  • Love is Love

    I am excited to produce and run this amazing show and fundraiser for an incredible organization. Join Better Said Than Done online on June 11, 2026 at 8:00pm Eastern for “Love is Love: Stories Honoring All Love,” with emcee Chetter Galloway and storytellers Kevin Allison, Archy Jamun, Sue Searing, Regina Stoops, and Janel Woodland – […]

  • Rainbows and Unicorns

    Better Said Than Done presents Rainbows and Unicorns – Stories of Love and Hope Clare and Don’s Beach Shack 130 N. Washington St., Falls Church, VA Saturday, June 27, 2026 6:00pm Start / Doors Open 5:30pm   $15 Tickets Here: bettersaidthandone.org/event/stories-of-love-and-hope Advance purchase recommended.  

  • Stories of Past, Present, and Future

    I am excited to emcee this Better Said Than Done storytelling show, online. Such fabulous storytellers! Join Better Said Than Done online on July 9th, 2026 for “Now and Then: stories of past, present, and future,” with emcee Jessica Robinson and storytellers Roopa Mohan, Alex Paez, Gretchen Peterson, Leslie Rainey Shelly, Ed Stivender, and Tracy […]

    $15
  • Jessica’s Traditions and Truth

    I am thrilled to be featured in July’s Traditions and Truth, a Virtual Open Mic presented by Dominican University and Illinois Storytelling, led by Janice M. Del Negro, PhD. Virtual Mics occur on the first Saturday of the month at 7:00 PM Central Time. There will also be a featured teller at each gathering. Contact […]

    Free