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SUMMARY:Fractured and Re-Imagined Stories
DESCRIPTION:Register HERE for:\nFractured and Re-imagined Stories\nThink outside the story box. In this interactive workshop\, participants will take a fairytale they know well and turn it on it’s head\, take a well-known story and make it their own. In Fractured and Re-imagined\, students will learn how to change\, fracture and imagine a fresh take on a classic tale. This is a broad workshop meant to inspire writers to explore different ideas for story crafting. \nThe workshop will start with a lesson\, followed by time for attendees to write and work on a story\, and end with story sharing. This workshop will be recorded and all registrants will receive the recording to review after the workshop concludes. \nThis workshop is led by Better Said Than Done Executive Director Jessica Piscitelli Robinson.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/fractured-and-re-imagined-stories/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T200000
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SUMMARY:Stories about Games\, Cheats\, and Tricks
DESCRIPTION:Details and Tickets Here: bettersaidthandone.org/player-stories-about-games/ \nI am so looking forward to emceeing this show! \nOn February 21\, join us at Clare and Don’s Beach Shack for “Player: Stories about games\, cheats\, and tricks\,” with emcee Jessica Robinson and storytellers Catherine Calvin\, J.R. Denson\, Bonnie Gardner\, Rajesh Mirchandani\, Ravi Pimplaskar\, and Jack Scheer. \nClare and Don’s Beach Shack is located at 130 N Washington St\, Falls Church\, VA 22046. A full dinner and bar menu is available for purchase before and during the show. There is plenty of free parking nearby\, including a parking garage behind Clare and Don’s.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/stories-about-games-cheats-and-tricks/
LOCATION:Clare & Don’s Beach Shack\, 130 N Washington Street\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
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SUMMARY:Braiding Stories
DESCRIPTION:You can register to take all 5 weeks of winter workshops (including this one) starting on February 2\, and running through March 2\, HERE. \nOr\, register HERE for:\nBraided Storytelling\nIn this workshop\, we’ll define “braided stories\,” discuss different types of braided tales\, and also when and if it makes sense to intertwine multiple stories. Then we’ll dig into some techniques on how to craft a braided story. Participants will spend some time working and weaving their own tales\, and then will be given the chance to share a story. This workshop will be recorded and all registrants will receive the recording to review after the workshop concludes. \nThis workshop is led by Better Said Than Done Executive Director Jessica Piscitelli Robinson.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/braiding-stories/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
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SUMMARY:The Grapevine 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join The Grapevine Storytelling Series on Wednesday\, February 11 at 7:30 Eastern at Busboys and Poets Takoma or via Zoom. Our featured tellers this month are Jessica Piscitelli Robinson and Chetter Galloway!\n\nRegister or learn more: https://fsgw.org/event-6452023\n\nThis event is FREE\, and we ask for donations to support our tellers\, suggested $20 per person. Donations can be made in person or online before\, during\, or after the show\, at: https://fsgw2.org/grapevine.html\n\nThe Grapevine is spoken word performance for adults and teens\, celebrating the timeless art of the story\, hosted by storytellers Renée Brachfeld and Tim Livengood.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/the-grapevine-2026/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 235 Carroll St NW\, Washington DC\, DC\, 20012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20260201T152414Z
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SUMMARY:Braided\, Fractured\, and Re-Imagined Stories
DESCRIPTION:Register HERE for:\nBraided\, Fractured\, and Re-imagined Stories\nThink outside the story box. In this interactive workshop\, participants will take stories they know well and twist them\, reshaping them into something new and different. After defining “fractured” and “braided\,” we’ll focus on when and why to reshape a story. This is a broad workshop meant to inspire writers to explore different ideas for story crafting. \nThe workshop will start with a lesson\, followed by time for attendees to write and work on a story\, and end with story sharing. This workshop will be recorded and all registrants will receive the recording to review after the workshop concludes. \nThis workshop is led by Better Said Than Done Executive Director Jessica Piscitelli Robinson. \nJessica will be leading a workshop on Braiding Stories on February 16th. Register here. \nThe Fractured Fairytales and Re-Imagined Stories Workshop will be on February 23rd. Register here.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/braided-fractured-and-re-imagined-stories/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
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SUMMARY:Winter Storytelling Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Join me online this winter for a series of storytelling workshops to warm your soul. The first workshop\, on February 2nd\, is Personal Storytelling. Register for one or all five. \nDetails and Registration Here \nYou can register to take all five classes\, or just choose the one you want to attend. The idea of the five week course is to tie each of these varied themes together into a comprehensive study and exercise in storytelling. Registering for all five costs a little less\, but each week’s class is also designed to stand on it’s own. \nGenerally\, each workshop will start with a lesson\, followed by time for attendees to write and work on a story\, and end with story sharing. Those who sign up for all five weeks will be given first opportunity to share stories and receive feedback. All workshops will be recorded and all registrants will receive the recording\, as well as course materials\, for the session they registered for. \nSome of the workshops have been previously presented. They have been updated and altered for this course\, but\, if you’ve attended in the past\, some of the lesson will be familiar. \nThe first workshop is on February 2\, 2026 and the fifth is on March 2\, 2026. Each week starts at 7:00pm Eastern and will end at approximately 9:oopm. The zoom link to attend will be sent on the morning of that day’s workshop\, and the recording will be sent within 48 hours.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/winter-storytelling-workshops/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20251229T211438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T211959Z
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SUMMARY:Stories of Change
DESCRIPTION:On January 31\, join me at Clare and Don’s Beach Shack for Better Said Than Done’s “A New Leaf: Stories about change\,” with emcee Jessica Robinson and storytellers Bill Grella\, Jennifer Hine\, Tim Livengood\, Carol Moore\, Joe Morice\, and Zach Wilks. \nClare and Don’s Beach Shack is located at 130 N Washington St\, Falls Church\, VA 22046. A full dinner and bar menu is available for purchase before and during the show. There is plenty of free parking nearby\, including a parking garage behind Clare and Don’s. \nDetails and Tickets Here
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/stories-of-change/
LOCATION:Clare & Don’s Beach Shack\, 130 N Washington Street\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
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SUMMARY:Stories of Birth through Death
DESCRIPTION:Join Better Said Than Done online on January 8\, 2026 for Birth\, School\, Work\, Death: Stories About Life\, with emcee Jessica Robinson and storytellers Heather Forest\, Chetter Galloway\, Amanda Lawrence\, Roopa Mohan\, Jo Radner\, and Linda Yemoto. \nDetails and Tickets Here\n\n$15 Suggested/$5 MinimumAll Proceeds Split Between Producer and Storytellers\nIf you miss it live on Zoom\, you can watch the recording on Youtube.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/stories-of-birth-through-death/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T010000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20251229T210509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T210515Z
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SUMMARY:ASST NYE Story Blowout
DESCRIPTION:I’m thrilled to be telling a story with the Good Liars Club’s hour of storytelling during Artists Standing Strong Together’s New Year’s Eve Story Blowout. The storytelling programming starts at 1:00pm Eastern on December 31st and runs until 1:00am Eastern on January 1\, 2026. I’ll be telling my story in the 10pm hour\, East Coast time. \nThis online storytelling program has become a beloved annual tradition for the ASST community\, always free and open to the public.  \nRegister here. \nTo donate to this annual fundraiser\, click here: https://bit.ly/blowoutdonate
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/asst-nye-story-blowout/
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
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SUMMARY:Storytelling Open Mic Holiday Theme
DESCRIPTION:The theme is Holidays and you can tell any kind of story you want\, or just come and listen. In addition to the open mic\, Better Said Than Done Executive Director Jessica Robinson will also be telling some holiday stories. \nThe mic is yours! Bring a prepared story that is 5-7 minutes in length in any format and step up to the mic to share it with others in this community series. Listeners and storytellers are welcome! \nWhat stories do you have of holiday celebrations — the best of times\, the celebrations gone wrong\, the people involved\, the traditions that make your holidays memorable? We can’t wait to hear all about it. \nBoth storytellers and listeners need a ticket. Storytellers will be assigned a time upon arrival. \nDetails and Tickets Here
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/storytelling-open-mic-holiday-theme/
LOCATION:Franklin Park Arts Center\, 36441 Blueridge View Lane\, Purcelville\, VA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20251130T160458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T160458Z
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SUMMARY:Yuletide Folly with SFAP
DESCRIPTION:After much coaxing and a little begging\, I finally relented and agreed to tell a story on the end of year special produced by my best frenemy Claire Hennessy and her better half Regina Stoops\, the duo at the helm of the West Coast’s answer to Better Said Than Done – Six Feet Apart productions (SFAP). \nI joke\, as that is our way (Claire and I publicly roast each other daily) but the show will be fantastic – not only because I’m proud of the story I shared. The show is pre-recorded\, but the video premieres on Youtube on December 16th. \nWatch Party\nTuesday Dec 16th at 5pm PT/ 8pm ET\n\nLink to register for free Watch Party\nhttps://holidayhijinksdec16.eventbrite.com
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/yuletide-folly-with-sfap/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20251119T010932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T010932Z
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SUMMARY:Stories of Joy
DESCRIPTION:Stories of Joy and Connection: A hopeful storytelling concert with Laura Packer and friends\nJoin storyteller Laura Packer for stories that remind us that hope\, joy\, and connection still abound\, that darkness will pass\, and we have each other. Laura and her guests will share stories that remind us that we are stronger when we act together\, that empathy is a virtue\, and that your light matters. Guest tellers include Andrea Kamens\, Cooper Braun-Enos\, Elizabeth Ellis\, Jessica Piscitelli Robinson\, and Laura Simms. \nA portion of the proceeds of this event will support Roots of Empathy\, a four-star charity. \nThis program will be live on zoom at 1pm Central Time on Sunday\, December 14. It will be recorded for those who cannot attend the live show. \nRegister here
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/stories-of-joy/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T210000
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SUMMARY:Joyful Storytelling Show
DESCRIPTION:I’m excited to emcee and give a heartfelt toast at Better Said Than Done’s Year-End Celebration and Storytelling show.  Join us on December 4th for  “Joy to the World\,” a storytelling show with recipes! With emcee Jessica Robinson and storytellers Alton Chung\, Jane Dorfman\, Lyn Ford\, Claire Hennessy\, Eric Johnson\, Anne Rutherford\, Ria Spencer\, Lisa Trank\, and Carlos Velazquez! With our Year-in-Review Video\, and a time for toasting! \nTickets\, starting at $2\, here: \n2025 Joyful Stories Show
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/joyful-storytelling-show/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20251113T191436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T191436Z
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SUMMARY:Storytelling Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:(Ages 12+) The mic is yours! Bring a prepared story that is 5-7 minutes in length in any format and step up to the mic to share it the others in this community series. Each month\, we will host an open mic evening followed by a 30-minute performance from a professional storyteller. With special guest storyteller Jessica Robinson\, Better Said Than Done’s Executive Director. \nListeners and storytellers are welcome — everyone needs a ticket. \nNovember theme: Family & Food For Thought \nStorytellers will sign up when arriving and if there are more tellers that time\, we’ll draw names at random for a turn at the mic.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/storytelling-open-mic/
LOCATION:Franklin Park Arts Center\, 36441 Blueridge View Lane\, Purcelville\, VA
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20251009T135010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T195124Z
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SUMMARY:Reading at The Inner Loop
DESCRIPTION:I’m excited to be reading from my story in the new anthology\, America’s Future\, from Washington Writers Publishing House\, at The Inner Loop! \n\nWHEN:  Monday\, November 10th from 7-10 pm \nWHERE: Shaw’s Tavern\, 520 Florida Avenue Northwest\, Washington\, DC 20001 \n\nThe Inner Loop is known for their lively\, inclusive\, monthly reading series. Several contributors to America’s Future will be reading from the book\, and the book will be available for purchase!\n \nThis event is FREE AND OPEN TO ALL (RSVPS are requested).
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/reading-at-the-inner-loop/
LOCATION:Shaw’s Tavern\, 520 Florida Ave. NW\, District of Columbia\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20251009T133822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T133822Z
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SUMMARY:Soap Box Storytelling in Falls Church VA
DESCRIPTION:On November 8\, 2025\, join Better Said Than Done storytelling at Clare and Don’s Beach Shack for Soap Box Stories\, with emcee Jessica Robinson and storytellers Catherine Calvin\, Bonnie Gardner\, John Kreul\, Joe Morice\, Ravi Pimplaskar\, Zette St. Charles\, and Cyndi Wish. Ya’ll can listen while we get up on our Soap Box and tell you some stories!
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/soap-box-storytelling-in-falls-church-va/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20250813T175825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T175026Z
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SUMMARY:Scary Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We’re gonna get a little scary at this next storytelling workshop at Franklin Park Arts Center. I mean\, it’s October 30th. We can’t just ignore the ghost in the room. \nWhether you want to work on crafting a personal story\, or a scary story\, this workshop will work for you. \nBring ideas for a 5-7 minute “scary” story to work on in this 90-minute class. Learn about character development\, story structure\, and how to build fear and dramatic tension into stories\, and then spend some time writing. A few participants will be able to share their stories with the class and help prepare you for our Storytelling Open Mic nights beginning in November. Instructor: Jessica Robinson\, Better Said Than Done storytellers. \nDetails and Registration Here
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/scary-storytelling-workshop/
LOCATION:Franklin Park Arts Center\, 36441 Blueridge View Lane\, Purcelville\, VA
CATEGORIES:Scary Stories,Storytelling,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
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SUMMARY:Family Friendly Frightening Stories
DESCRIPTION:Join me and some other wonderful entertainers at Franklin Park\, in Loudoun County\, VA\, for Halloween in the Park. I’ll be telling stories along the Trick-or-Treat Trail. \n\nJoin Better Said Than Done storytellers Jennifer Hine and Jessica Robinson for stories along the Trick or Treat Trail\, at Halloween in the Park\, at Franklin Park\, in Loudoun County\, VA. \n\nIn addition to storytelling\, there will be pumpkin decorating\, trick-or-treating\, games\, face painting\, live animals\, inflatables\, vendors and more! All for free.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/family-friendly-frightening-stories/
LOCATION:Franklin Park\, 36441 Blueridge View Ln.\, Purcelville\, VA\, 20132-3565\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scary Stories,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20250813T180044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T174550Z
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SUMMARY:Ghost Stories at the DC Public Library
DESCRIPTION:On October 22\, join storytellers Silvana Clark\, J.R. Denson\, Jessica Robinson\, and Zach Wilks\, for a night of terrifying tales at the Haunted Library. \nBring snacks and hot beverages and join us on the First Floor of the MLK DC Public Library.\nDetails here. \nThis concert is FREE and open to the public\, but intended for a mature audience.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/ghost-stories-at-the-dc-public-library/
CATEGORIES:Scary Stories,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
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SUMMARY:Reading at 804 Lit
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be reading from my one year old memoir Stages: My Life in Stories at 804 Lit. \nOctober 11\, 2025 \n7:00pm Open / 7:30pm Readings\n804 Lit is located at 804 Quintana Place NW in Washington\, DC\nAs a reminder\, we ask that people do not park on Quintana Place because it’s a narrow street with people who are very attached to their spots. The surrounding streets\, 8th\, 9th\, Quackenbos\, all have parking. \nFREE\, but you must register in advance here. \nThe readings start at 7:30p after a half hour of conversation and wine\, and we’ll have an intermission after the first three readers. \nAs usual\, the series will include some readings and question and answer sessions to follow alongside snacks and drinks. We provide some wine and snacks but people are encouraged to contribute as well. It’s also encouraged to just support us via Venmo or newly released books as well! \nPlease note\, I only have a handful of copies of the book left. (I’ll order more soon but they won’t be in in time.) If you still haven’t gotten your copy\, I’ll have some books for sale and will be signing books\, if you want that. \n 
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/reading-at-804-lit/
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20250924T174210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T174210Z
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SUMMARY:Otherworldly Stories
DESCRIPTION:I am looking forward to emceeing this virtual storytelling show. Join me\, and Better Said Than Done\, on Zoom for some Otherworldly Stories. \nOctober 9th\, 2025\, at 8:00pm Eastern / 5:00pm Pacific for Otherworldly Stories\, with storytellers Norm Brecke\, Karen Golden\, Steve Henegar\, Tobey Ishii Anderson\, Andy Russell\, and Hope Wilder. \nTickets\, from $5\, here.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/otherworldly-stories/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20250813T195331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T183438Z
UID:589-1759690800-1759696200@jessicapiscitellirobinson.com
SUMMARY:Healing Stories Alliance
DESCRIPTION:Kind Stories in Concert. Our theme for Oct. 5th is “The Power of Community” \n\nDate: October 5\, 2025 \nTime: 7:00pm-8:30pm EDT \n(Open Mic Story Share and Reflection: last half hour) \nFormat: The story session opens with a concert of seasoned tellers Jim Brule\, Rishi Nixon\, Elisa Pearmain\, and Jessica Robinson\, sharing stories with themes of kindness and the Power of Community. During the second half of the gathering\, audience members are invited to share a story\, moment\, or reflection about kindness or community that emerged for them as listeners. With emcee Lee-Ellen Marvin. \nPurpose: We all need a little more kindness and community in our lives. Perhaps a story can take us there. \n\n\nRegister here to Receive a FREE Zoom Link: https://www.simpletix.com/e/kind-stories-in-concert-oct-5-2025-tickets-234224 \nClick to Donate and help make programs like this possible: https://square.link/u/d9xbGN2I \n\nHuman beings are essentially social creatures and we need community to survive and thrive. For some\, communities can be made of like-minded souls\, families\, co-workers\, or neighbors. In these challenging times\, the power of community will help us find ways to resist unacceptable changes and threats. Join us for traditional and contemporary stories about successful and kind communities shared by both professional tellers and community tellers and see what memories of community emerge for you. \n  \n 
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/healing-stories-alliance/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20250911T181551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T173655Z
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SUMMARY:Apple Pie Stories in Falls Church
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be sharing one or two stories on stage in Falls Church\, VA. Join Better Said Than Done Storytelling on October 4th\, at 6:00pm\, at Clare and Don’s Beach Shack in Falls Church\, VA\, for “Apple Pie Stories\,” with emcee Jack Scheer and storytellers Nick Baskerville\, Catherine Calvin\, Jennifer Hine\, Jenn Kamara\, Rishi Nixon\, and Jessica Robinson. \nAs part of ArtsFairfax’s month of art\, we are offering a BOGO ticket discount. Buy one ticket at the regular price\, and get $5 off the second ticket. \nClare and Don’s Beach Shack is located at 130 N Washington St\, Falls Church\, VA 22046. A full dinner and bar menu is available for purchase before and during the show. There is plenty of free parking nearby\, including a parking garage behind Clare and Don’s.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/apple-pie-stories-in-falls-church/
LOCATION:Clare & Don’s Beach Shack\, 130 N Washington Street\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20250813T173713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T181730Z
UID:566-1758567600-1758573000@jessicapiscitellirobinson.com
SUMMARY:Storytelling Workshop at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Stories can enrich the lives of the living\, and immortalize those who have died. Learn the basics of crafting a personal narrative inspired by an event or person in your life.  In this 90-minute class\, presented by Better Said Than Done Executive Director Jessica Robinson\, you will learn about character development\, story structure\, and how to edit the entirety of a  life into one cohesive story. Participants will be given a writing prompt to work on and discuss in class. \nFree. Registering in advance is recommended.\nRegister here: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15022503
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/storytelling-workshop-at-the-library/
LOCATION:Kings Park Library\, 9000 Burke Lake Rd\, Burke\, VA
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T230000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20250813T193809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T180736Z
UID:586-1758481200-1758495600@jessicapiscitellirobinson.com
SUMMARY:Sun Day Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Sun Day Virtual Worldwide Storytelling Concert\nSeptember 21. 2025\n7:00pm-11:00pm\nLive on Zoom\nFree! (Donations Welcome)\nTo Register: https://www.simpletix.com/e/sun-day-virtual-worldwide-storytelling-con-tickets-226248\nThe NSN Eco-Tellers and Healing Story Alliance will be joining Third Act (Thirdact.org) and affiliated\nclimate groups from all over the U.S.\, and beyond in celebrating Sun Day\, a day of action to celebrate\nsolar and wind power and the movement to leave fossil fuels behind. \nI’ll be sharing my story in the first hour because I am a morning person and get up with the sun! \nWe will be hosting a virtual storytelling concert from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm EDT with tellers from around the country and the world. Please put this date in your calendar and consider joining us. We will have stories from Fran Stallings\, Judith Black\, Diane Edgecomb\, Linda Yemoto\, and Jackson Gillman\, Jessica Robinson\, and we hope\, many of you! We are also expecting four tellers from India to join in! \nSun Day is a day of action on September 21\, 2025\, celebrating solar and wind power\, and the movement to leave fossil fuels behind. Solar energy is now the cheapest source of power on the planet – and gives us a chance to actually do something about the climate crisis. But fossil fuel billionaires are doing everything they can to shut it down. We will build\, rally\, sing\, and come together in the communities that we need to get laws changed and work done.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/sun-day-storytelling/
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20250813T193005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T180635Z
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SUMMARY:Better Said Than Done Online Storytelling Show
DESCRIPTION:Just saving the date for my favorite storytelling show. \nJoin Better Said Than Done storytelling on September 18\, 2025\, for Lesson Learned: Stories of Teachable Moments\, with emcee Chetter Galloway and storytellers Clint Atwater\, Roopa Mohan\, Elisa Pearman\, Laura Simms\, and Patti Smith.\n\n\n$15 Suggested/$5 MinimumAll Proceeds Split Between Producer and Storytellers\nIf you miss it live on Zoom\, you can watch the recording on Youtube.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/better-said-than-done-online-storytelling-show/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20250813T172408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T173152Z
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SUMMARY:Moving Stories
DESCRIPTION:I am looking forward to emceeing – and selecting only the most awkward questions from the audience – for this online show.\nMoving Stories: Across The Pond And Far From Normal August 26th\nClaire Hennessy and Regina Stoops are bringing the Fringe show they performed at the National Storytelling Network Conference to the Six Feet Apart virtual stage. Each will tell how they decided to make California their home and build a family. Both paths are sometimes difficult\, fraught with chaos and challenges\, but also funny and heartwarming. \nTheir favorite producer and storyteller from the East Coast\, the fabulous Jessica Robinson\, will emcee and host a Q&A afterward. \nRegister here.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/moving-stories/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20250722T162813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T171729Z
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SUMMARY:Never Had I Ever Stories
DESCRIPTION:I am excited to premiere a new story for Better Said Than Done\, which is only fitting considering the theme – NEVER HAD I EVER. \nJoin Better Said Than Done Storytelling on August 23\, at 7:00pm\, at Clare and Don’s Beach Shack in Falls Church\, VA\, for “Never Had I Ever: stories about firsts\, somedays\, and nopes\,” with emcee Bonnie Gardner and storytellers J.R. Denson\, Ravi Pimplaskar\, Jessica Robinson\, Jack Scheer\, Zette St. Charles\, Carlos Velazquez\, and Zach Wilks. \nDetails and $15 Tickets here: \nbettersaidthandone.org/event/never-had-i-ever/
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/never-had-i-ever-stories/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20250722T162302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T162355Z
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SUMMARY:Reimagining Stories Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A Free Workshop led by Jessica Robinson for the Story Center at the Mid-Continental Public Library \nIn this interactive workshop with Jessica Robinson\, participants will take stories they know well and twist them\, reshaping them into something new and different. Students will learn how the terms “fractured” and “braided” apply to stories\, when and why to reshape a story\, and practical steps to twist a tale. This class is part of the Oral Storytelling Certificate Program as a storytelling elective. This program will be held virtually using Zoom. Registration with a valid email address is required to receive the Zoom link. All start times are Central Time. \nFREE but you must register here: \nwww.mymcpl.org/events/109084/braided-fractured-and-re-imagined-stories-zoom
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/reimagining-stories-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Storytelling,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115411
CREATED:20250722T162008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T162008Z
UID:517-1754596800-1754600400@jessicapiscitellirobinson.com
SUMMARY:Legendary Stories
DESCRIPTION:I am excited to emcee a night of Legendary Stories from some of the world’s most legendary storytellers. \nDetails and registration here: \nLegendary Stories \n \n 
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/legendary-stories/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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