A Summer Storytelling Family Program – an AFPA collaboration with “Story Circle* of the Capital District” and Niskayuna’s Continuing & Community Education Program.
You are invited to join four of the best regional and local storytellers in a new summer series taking place at the at The Association for the Protection of the Adirondacks (AFPA) new outdoor Catskill Bluestone Amphitheater at The Center for the Forest Preserve, 897 St. David’s Lane, Niskayuna,NY.
Storytelling is more than just entertainment. It is a way to teach; to share life; to create and maintain connections to history. Each of our performers has a unique interest and passion for which they are highly respected including: Schenectady History; traditional and contemporary Native American music and storytelling; stories of faith and hope; and folk tales extraordinaire.
The series is open to members of “Story Sundays”, the general public (free will donation) and to Niskayuna Continuing Education registrants who, in addition to the performance, have the opportunity for a group learning session with the storyteller before the performance. This takes place during a (bring your own) picnic supper with the artist. Bring a sandwich and drink at 5:30 PM for a workshop/conversation with the storyteller; brief overview of how stories are “harvested”, framed/prepared for performance, and general roundtable on Storytelling.
Please note: Registration is required for the Supper Class via Niskayuna Continuing Education. Class size is limited, so register early!
Niskayuna Community Education Registration:
4 Classes with Performance: June 25, July 23, August 20, September 24
Location: 897 St. David’s Lane, Niskayuna, NY
Time(s):
- Supper Class starts at 5:30-6:40pm
- Performance starts 6:45pm
Fee: (Includes class and performance)
- Individuals - $20 each night or $70 for all four performances - Family rate (up to 4) $60 each night or $180 for all four performances
Checks payable to: “Niskayuna Schools to Continuing Education Program”, 1239 Van Antwerp Road, Niskayuna, NY 12309.
In the event of rain, supper class and performance will be at the Iroquois Middle School, 2495 Rosendale Road, Niskayuna, NY
* Story Circle is the first resident storytelling company at a U.S. performing arts center: Proctors – 432 State St. - Schenectady, N.Y.
June 25 - Gun Powder and Battle Cry - War Path Between the Mountains, Alden (Joe) Doolittle, a local storyteller known for historical and often humorous stories www.StoryCircleatProctors.org
July 23 - Stories of the Adirondack Forest and Trails, Karen Glass, a librarian in Keene Valley and a noted regional storyteller www.KarenGlassLive.com
August 20 - Gluskap Tales and Abenaki Legends, Joseph Bruchac, an internationally known Native American author and storyteller www.JosephBruchac.com
September 24 - Hitch Up Matilda and Other Mountain Tales, Rev. Kent Busman, a noted storyteller and director of Fowler Camp & Conference Center www.StoryCircleatProctors.org
Cost: Freewill donation and/or new Association Membership
Refreshments will be served
For General questions, contact
518-377-1452 Ext. 302
A Summer Storytelling Family Program – an AFPA collaboration with “Story Circle* of the Capital District” and Niskayuna’s Continuing & Community Education Program.
