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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:20260425T224050
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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:20260425T224050
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:20260425T224050
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:20260425T224050
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:20260425T224050
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:20260425T224050
CREATED:20250722T162008Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T224050
CREATED:20250618T184210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T160545Z
UID:507-1754146800-1754172000@jessicapiscitellirobinson.com
SUMMARY:Good Liars Club Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:I love me some good lies\, and the Good Liar’s Club Festival is chock full of the best lies!  This year\, as in years past\, I will be emceeing one showcase and lying in another. \nLive on Zoom\, Anne Rutherford & Norm Brecke present:\nThe 2025 Good Liars Club Festival\nSat Aug  2\n11am AKDT/ Noon PDT/ 1pm MDT/ 2pm CDT/ 3pm EDT\n6 showcases of 24 fabulous liars stretching the truth in good-natured fun.\n\nShowcases  run every hour on the hour\nOne registration link lets you come in and out of the festival as you please.\nDonors get a recording of the festival to watch on demand.\nDon’t miss the fourth year of this festival of confabulation!\n\nFestival schedule & registration:\nhttps://www.anne-norm.com/2025-glc-festival\n\n \nAt 6:00pm Eastern\, I will be telling a lie alongside fantastic fabulators Nancy Wang\, Steven Heneger\, Claire Hennessy\, and emcee extraordinaire Tobey Ishii Anderson.\n\nAt 7:00pm Eastern\, I get to say whatever I want (it is a lying show!) about the penultimate prevaricators Amanda Lawrence\, Chetter Galloway\, Clementine Ryder\, and Ed Stivender! Oh\, am I gonna have fun!\n\nYou can too! You can even watch for free\, though donations are happily accepted.\n 
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/good-liars-club-festival-2025/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T224050
CREATED:20250618T131621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T131621Z
UID:498-1752753600-1753030800@jessicapiscitellirobinson.com
SUMMARY:Women Tell at the NSN
DESCRIPTION:I am thrilled to be sharing a story in a Women’s Storytelling Festival showcase at the National Storytelling Network Conference in Georgia this July. Our showcase features storytellers Carmen Agra Deedy\, Karin Amano\, Lona Bartlett\, Lyn Ford\, Bonnie Gardner\, Jennifer Munro\, and me\, Jessica Robinson. It really is a phenomenal lineup and I am thrilled to be sharing stories\, and the stage\, with these women. \nThe NSN conference runs from July 17 – 20\, 2025. It will take place in-person at Kennesaw State University\, as well as many of the events being available to watch online\, including our women’s showcase. \nYou can find the complete conference schedule as well as details on how to register to attend in-person or purchase a virtual ticket here.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/women-tell-at-the-nsn/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling,Storytelling Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T224050
CREATED:20250618T183203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T220400Z
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SUMMARY:Hot and Spicy Stories
DESCRIPTION:Better Said Than Done’s Hot and Spicy storytelling show\, online. \nOn July 10\, 2025\, join storytellers Vicki Bryan\, Claire Hennessy\, Jessica Robinson\, Jude Treder-Wolff and Megan Wells\, on Zoom\, for Hot and Spicy Stories. \n$15 Suggested/$5 Minimum\nAll Proceeds Split Between Producer and Storytellers \nIf you miss it live on Zoom\, you can watch the recording on Youtube. \nDetails and tickets here.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/hot-and-spicy-stories/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T224050
CREATED:20250618T182930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T182930Z
UID:502-1751137200-1751142600@jessicapiscitellirobinson.com
SUMMARY:Love is Love
DESCRIPTION:I am excited to attend and produce the June 28th Better Said Than Done storytelling show\, “Love is Love: Stories Honoring All Love.” \nJoin Better Said Than Done storytelling on June 28th at Clare and Don’s Beach Shack for Love is Love: stories honoring all love\, with emcee Jack Scheer and storytellers Phill Branch\, Jamie McElhatton\, Rajesh Mirchandani\, Joe Morice\, Vijai Nathan\, Ravi Pimplaskar\, and Ashlen Renner! \nTickets Here:  https://bettersaidthandone.org/event/love-is-love-storytelling/ \nLove is Love is at Clare and Don’s on June 28\, 2025\, at 7:00pm. Doors open 6:30pm. \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/love-is-love/
LOCATION:Clare & Don’s Beach Shack\, 130 N Washington Street\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22046\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T224050
CREATED:20250412T171935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T171935Z
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SUMMARY:Storytelling Workshop in Falls Church
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn to tell a personal story\, or have the opportunity to practice one you’re already working on? Join Better Said Than Done Executive Director Jessica Robinson for “Spotlight on You\,” a 4 hour workshop focused on crafting\, sharing\, and re-imagining your personal story. \nYou MUST register in advance to take this workshop. \nDetails and Registration here: bettersaidthandone.org/event/storytelling-workshop-in-falls-church/
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/storytelling-workshop-in-falls-church/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T224050
CREATED:20250411T134657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T153752Z
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SUMMARY:Storytelling in Falls Church
DESCRIPTION:Are you having a staycation this Memorial Day weekend? Want to leave the “cook out” to someone else? Well\, I have the show for you! Join Better Said Than Done storytellers at Clare and Don’s Beach Shack in Falls Church\, VA on May 24th. \nI’ll be there. Hope you will too. \nThe Great Escape Storytelling
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/storytelling-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:20250515T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T224050
CREATED:20250411T144137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T144137Z
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SUMMARY:Online Storytelling Show
DESCRIPTION:Join Better Said Than Done online on May 15\, 2025\, for Rise and Shine\, with emcee Jessica Robinson and storytellers Walt Belcher\, Alton Chung\, Lyn Ford\, Chetter Galloway\, Howard Lieberman\, and Linda Schuyler Ford! The show starts at 8:00pm Eastern\, on Zoom\, and will begin playing on Youtube approximately 24 hours later for ticket holders only. \n$15 Suggested/$5 Minimum\nAll Proceeds Split Between Producer and Storytellers \nDetails and Tickets Here: bettersaidthandone.org/event/rise-and-shine-storytelling-show-online/ \nIf you miss it live on Zoom\, you can watch the recording on Youtube.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/online-storytelling-show/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T223000
DTSTAMP:20260425T224050
CREATED:20250421T153038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T153038Z
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SUMMARY:SFAP Story Slam
DESCRIPTION:I am the Guest Teller at the May 6th Six Feet Apart Productions Story Slam. Last month the guest teller was Ingrid Nixon\, and the last time before that I attended\, it was Bil Lepp. So\, I am sorry to the May audience that they only get me. But since I am telling a story while votes are being cast\, I assume no one will be listening anyway. Which is good\, because I plan to sing. 😉 \nThey still have 4 slots available for any storytellers who want to try to win the coveted SFAP mug. \nDetails and Registration Here.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/sfap-story-slam/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T224050
CREATED:20250316T211354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T142404Z
UID:454-1745866800-1745872200@jessicapiscitellirobinson.com
SUMMARY:Storytelling Performance in MD
DESCRIPTION:I am excited to return to Stories in the Round for another solo show. I premiered “Tech Babies” there\, the solo show about IVF and prenatal complications that I have performed all over the country\, and that makes up three chapters in Stages: My Life in Stories. \nBut in April\, I will be premiering a new solo show. I’m thinking of it as a descent into the mystic\, or an ascent into the mythic. Either way\, I believe we will start in reality and then step away from mundanity. \nStories In The Round is a storytelling series at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Hagerstown\, 13245 Cearfoss Pike\, Hagerstown\, MD generally the 4th Monday of the month. \n$12 in advance\, $15 at the door. Children 12 & older welcome when accompanied by a parent or group leader. \nContact: Fanny Crawford\, 301-730-1638 or fanitsky@hotmail.com
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/storytelling-performance-in-md/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T224050
CREATED:20250308T193630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T170232Z
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SUMMARY:Free Storytelling Workshop at Library
DESCRIPTION:Your Personal Brand Storytelling Workshop\n\nLearn how to craft your own personal elevator speech and/or interview pitch using professional storytelling techniques. Attendees will hear tips about storytelling and personal branding\, and then have time to work on writing their own story! Session focuses on storytelling techniques with a business focus. \nOpen to Adults\, 18+. Registration is encouraged\, but not required. \n\nFree\nDetails Here
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/free-storytelling-workshop-at-library/
CATEGORIES:Corporate Leadership,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T224050
CREATED:20250308T175648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T145758Z
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SUMMARY:Social Media Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this National Storytelling Network PRO-SIG led workshop\, Carol Moore and Jessica Robinson will discuss the media part of social media. This is a follow-up to the first Social Media workshop by Carol Moore and Jessica Robinson last Fall. It will focus on the MEDIA aspects of social media promotions. \nSaturday\, April 12\, 2025 \n1-2:30 pm CDT \n$10 (free for PRO members) \nDetails and Registration Here
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/social-media-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T224050
CREATED:20250316T205922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T145250Z
UID:447-1744313400-1744320600@jessicapiscitellirobinson.com
SUMMARY:A Reading from Stages
DESCRIPTION:Montgomery County Underground Writers Showcase \nThursday\, April 10\, 7:30-9:00 PM ET in person at the Sandy Spring Museum\, 17901 Bentley Road\, Sandy Spring\, MD 20860 \n\nRegistration is FREE\, but required for all.\nRegister here: https://ci.ovationtix.com/36765/production/1187457?performanceId=11576855.\n\nThere are several nearby restaurants: (El Andariego\, 108 BBQ & Pizza in Sandy Spring; in nearby Olney\, there are chains like Greene Turtle\, McDs\, Cava Mezze\, etc.\, as well as Salt & Vine\, which is a bit more upscale).
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/a-live-reading-from-stages/
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T224050
CREATED:20240924T152112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T160344Z
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SUMMARY:The 2025 Women's Storytelling Festival
DESCRIPTION:The live performances have ended\, but you can watch all 15 plus hours of recordings\, on Youtube\, through April 28th. Tickets are on sale through April 8th.\nGet your tickets to watch the 2025 Women’s Storytelling Festival here!\n\nThe 2025 Women’s Storytelling Festival was truly phenomenal.\nI am thrilled to be a featured storyteller in the 2025 Women’s Storytelling Festival in Fairfax City\, VA. The festival takes place March 20 – 23\, 2025\, both in-person in Fairfax\, VA\, as well as streaming live online\, with a one month viewing period after. \nThe Women’s Storytelling Festival is the only storytelling festival in Northern Virginia\, and the only women’s only storytelling festival in the world. It is produced\, annually in March\, by Better Said Than Done\, a Fairfax based nonprofit organization.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/the-2025-womens-storytelling-festival/
LOCATION:Sherwood Community Center\, 3740 Blenheim Boulevard\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Storytelling Festival
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SUMMARY:Mini Class on Personal Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Join me online for a short storytelling workshop for storytellers of all levels. \nThis 90 minute Better Said Than Done workshop will give some insights into what makes a great personal story\, how to choose character traits and structures that support a short\, personal story\, and what to think about in the process of developing a new personal story. During the 90 minutes\, participants will be given a writing prompt. A few will have time to share their stories and receive feedback. \nDetails and Registration here: https://bettersaidthandone.org/event/mini-class-on-personal-storytelling/ \nBring ideas for a 5-7 minute story to work on in this 90 minute class. Learn about character development\, story structure\, and where to begin and how to end\, and then spend some time writing. A few participants will be able to share their stories with the class. \nThis workshop will be recorded and registrants will have access to the recording for one month after. \nThis storytelling workshop will be led by Jessica Piscitelli Robinson.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/mini-class-on-personal-storytelling/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T133000
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SUMMARY:Why Not Today Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling is a powerful tool \, whether using it to communicate a need\, a funny incident\, or to show how your business can help others. Jessica Robinson\, Executive Director of Northern Virginia’s storytelling organization Better Said Than Done\, will give some tips and tricks of the storytelling trade. \nDuring this luncheon\, she will:\n✅ Provide insight into crafting a compelling story\n✅ Suggest some ways in which to utilize storytelling in business\n✅ Lead a writing exercise for all attendees \nAttendees will leave with stories to use as content for their website\, blog\, or elevator speech. \nDetails and Registration Here
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/why-not-today-luncheon/
CATEGORIES:Corporate Leadership,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T210000
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SUMMARY:Generation Women DC
DESCRIPTION:I’m excited to join the cast of Generation DC Women. I hope to see you there. \nJoin Generation Women DC—the District’s newest\, intergenerational storytelling series—for an evening of powerful stories from women and non-binary folks who have faced adversity and emerged stronger. Each storyteller will share a personal experience of overcoming obstacles\, embodying resilience\, courage\, and the unwavering determination that defines strength. It’s a celebration of perseverance\, grit\, and the triumphs that come from pressing on\, no matter the odds. \nTHIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/generation-women-dc/
LOCATION:The Speakeasy at Capo Deli
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T200000
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SUMMARY:Mad World Stories
DESCRIPTION:On February 22\, 2025\,  join Better Said Than Done for A Mad World: Stories about unreal people and situations\, with emcee Carol Moore and storytellers Dustin Fisher\, Jeanna Lee\, Jamie McElhatton\, Joe Morice\, Ravi Pimplaskar\, Jessica Robinson\, and Kathy Stershic. \nIn-Person at Clare and Don’s Beach Shack\, 130 N. Washington St\, Falls Church\, VA. \n6:00pm Show Starts / Doors open at 5:30pm. \nMad World \n \nA full dinner and bar menu is available. \nStorytelling is intended for a mature audience.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/mad-world-stories/
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:20250212T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T213000
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SUMMARY:Featured at The Grapevine
DESCRIPTION:February’s The Grapevine features storytellers Jamie Brickhouse and Jessica Piscitelli Robinson!\n\nJoin us on Wednesday\, February 12 at 7:30 Eastern at Busboys and Poets Takoma; or\, for out-of-towners\, via Zoom.\n\nYou can register FOR FREE at https://fsgw.org/event-5935630 for access to the live stream or to catch the recorded show later. No registration needed for in-person.\n\nRegistrants will get emails with reminders on the date\, time\, and location\, as well as Zoom information. 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.\n\nABOUT OUR TELLERS:\nJamie Brickhouse is a “natural raconteur”\, says the Washington Post\, and is a multiple Moth StorySLAM champion. Jamie is a fixture on the New York storytelling scene\, and has appeared many other places\, too. He is the writer/performer of the solo shows\, Dangerous When Wet: Booze\, Sex\, and My Mother; I Favor My Daddy: A Tale of Two Sissies; Pearl Necklace: A Gay Sexcapade; and The Brothers Orphan.\n\n\nJessica Piscitelli Robinson is the person behind the annual Women’s Storytelling Festival. She has performed at Exchange Place at the National Storytelling Festival\, on WGBH’s “Stories from the Stage\,” has been featured in the Stone Soup\, Florida\, and Hampton Storytelling Festivals\, and is a 2023 ORACLE Award recipient. Jessica is the author of the Guide to Personal Storytelling\, for Story Crossroads\, as well as Stages: My Life in Stories\, a memoir in stories.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/featured-at-the-grapevine/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T213000
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SUMMARY:Your Story and More
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be leading a 5 week storytelling course\, online\, for Better Said Than Done\, starting on February 10th and finishing on March 10th\, 2025. \n5 two hour classes\, over five weeks\, to help you develop stories of varying lengths to be performed on stage. Each class will cover a different storytelling theme\, with exercises geared to inspire. Students will be able to workshop and hone at least one\, and possibly several\, stories over the course of 5 weeks. \nThis workshop is led by Better Said Than Done Executive Director Jessica Piscitelli Robinson. Jessica has led storytelling workshops and presentations for BAE Systems\, George Mason University\, INOVA Fairfax Hospital\, Jack Morton\, K4Health at Johns Hopkins University\, the George Washington University School of Business\, The World Bank\, the Brookings Institution\, and Atlassian\, as well as regularly teaching Better Said Than Done in-house storytelling workshops\, and through libraries\, senior centers\, and adult education centers.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/your-story-and-more/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T190000
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SUMMARY:Author Event in Reston\, VA
DESCRIPTION:I am excited to be reading from my new memoir\, Stages: My Life in Stories\, for the Reston Readings series at Reston’s Used Book Shop! \nIf you don’t already have a copy\, you will be able to purchase the book and I’d be happy to sign your copy.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/author-event-in-reston-va/
LOCATION:Reston’s Used Book Shop\, 1623 Washington Plaza North\, Reston\, VA\, 20190\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Event,Free Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T203000
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SUMMARY:WTF Storytelling Show
DESCRIPTION:Better Said Than Done storytelling at Epicure on King\, in Alexandria\, VA. \nJoin emcee Bonnie Gardner and storytellers J.R. Denson\, Carol Moore\, Jessica Robinson\, Jack Scheer\, and Zach Wilks on January 25th\, 2025 for WTactualF: true stories you won’t believe\, our first in-person show of the new year\, and our first time at this shiny new Epicure. \n$15 Tickets Here: \nWTF Storytelling at Epicure \n \n 
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/wtf-storytelling-show/
LOCATION:Epicure on King\, 703 King St.\, Alexandria\, VA
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T224050
CREATED:20240925T185850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T194602Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Author Talk and Book Party
DESCRIPTION:On December 4\, Claire Hennessy\, of Six Feet Apart Productions fame\, will be leading a not so serious discussion of books with authors Bil Lepp\, Jessica Piscitelli Robinson\, and Donna Washington. \nThe storyteller-authors will discuss their latest books\, writing\, storytelling\, and possibly stray off the path into a few tall tales. They are\, after all\, storytellers. \nThis event is free\, but you have to register to attend. The link to register is below or click here. \nStages: My Life in Stories was published September 2024 by Tucker DS Press. You can purchase the book through Tucker DS Press here\, or find out more about where to meet the author and purchase the book from jessicapiscitellirobinson.com \nFind out more about Bil Lepp and Donna Washington\, and links to get their books\, here!
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/virtual-author-talk-and-storytelling/
CATEGORIES:Author Event,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T200000
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SUMMARY:Storytelling Show in Falls Church
DESCRIPTION:Excited to premiere a new story about everybody’s favorite family member in Better Said Than Done’s “A Family Affair: stories that are all relative\,” at Clare and Don’s Beach Shack in Falls Church\, VA. A full bar and food menu are available. \nNovember 30th is the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Stay local. Avoid traffic. Bring – or avoid – family. Come and hear some great storytelling. \n$15 per person tickets here. \nOn November 30\, 2024\,  join Better Said Than Done for A Family Affair: Stories about family stuff\, with Emcee Jessica Robinson and storytellers Bonnie Gardner\, David Hollingsworth\, Jenn Kamara\, Kory May\, Sarah Snyder\, Zette St. Charles\, and Zach Wilks! \nIn-Person at Clare and Don’s Beach Shack\, 130 N. Washington St\, Falls Church\, VA. \n6:00pm Show Starts / Doors open at 5:30pm. \nA full dinner and bar menu is available.
URL:https://jessicapiscitellirobinson.com/events/storytelling-show-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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