THE WRITING ROOM (Wednesdays)
Jan
7
to Feb 11

THE WRITING ROOM (Wednesdays)

OUR FAVORITE CLASS RETURNS!

ONLINE. Led by a rotation of fantastic instructors, The Writing Room features six vibrant weeks of personal narrative nonfiction writing and storytelling. Our most popular class!

The Writing Room has been running for five years straight, with new material offered each time and many repeat customers! This inclusive, fun, and productive class is for anyone looking to become a better writer or storyteller.

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THE WRITING ROOM (Fridays)
Jan
9
to Feb 13

THE WRITING ROOM (Fridays)

OUR FAVORITE CLASS RETURNS!

ONLINE. Led by a rotation of fantastic instructors, The Writing Room features six vibrant weeks of personal narrative nonfiction writing and storytelling.

The Writing Room has been running for five years straight, with new material offered each time and many repeat customers! This inclusive, fun, and productive class is for anyone looking to become a better writer or storyteller.

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Advanced Storytelling (in person)
Feb
8
to Mar 22

Advanced Storytelling (in person)

Join Steph Rogers of Story Jam for a six-week high-energy storytelling intensive made for those who are serious about upping their game either for the stage or the page!

There will be a class showcase on Friday, March 27th at 7pm at Oil Lamp Theater.
No class Feb 22nd.

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Storytelling For Everyone (in person)
Feb
26
6:00 PM18:00

Storytelling For Everyone (in person)

Join Steph Rogers on Thursday nights in Glenview, IL for an interactive storytelling class! We’ll learn useful skills for all of your storytelling applications. Steph’s approach is engaging and fun, and the class focuses on crafting true, personal narratives told in the first person. Techniques can be applied to work or personal scenarios.

There will be a class showcase on Friday, March 27th at 7pm at Oil Lamp Theater.

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Create a Collection
Nov
9
12:00 PM12:00

Create a Collection

ONLINE.

You are a writer. You may not realize that you have stories to share with the world! Stories that will touch people and affect lives.

In this afternoon workshop, we will discuss how those stories are connected and how you can create your own collection of true, personal narratives. Author and Harvard grad Catharine Murray of Portland, Maine will walk you through effective steps and prompts to help you build a collection!

Catharine will use specific prompts and lessons on technique as an entry point to the crafting process. Whether you're starting on a blank page, or you have several stories written, this workshop will help you find structure and vision for your collection.

This workshop will benefit: new or veteran writers; storytellers; solo show artists; and those looking to develop a new skill.

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THE WRITING ROOM (Fridays)
Nov
7
1:00 PM13:00

THE WRITING ROOM (Fridays)

OUR FAVORITE CLASS RETURNS!

ONLINE. Led by a rotation of fantastic instructors, The Writing Room features six vibrant weeks of personal narrative nonfiction writing and storytelling.

The Writing Room has been running for five years straight, with new material offered each time and many repeat customers! This inclusive, fun, and productive class is for anyone looking to become a better writer or storyteller.

No class the week of Thanksgiving.

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THE WRITING ROOM (Wednesdays)
Nov
5
1:00 PM13:00

THE WRITING ROOM (Wednesdays)

OUR FAVORITE CLASS RETURNS!

ONLINE. Led by a rotation of fantastic instructors, The Writing Room features six vibrant weeks of personal narrative nonfiction writing and storytelling. Our most popular class!

The Writing Room has been running for five years straight, with new material offered each time and many repeat customers! This inclusive, fun, and productive class is for anyone looking to become a better writer or storyteller.

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THE WRITING ROOM (Fridays)
Sep
26
to Oct 30

THE WRITING ROOM (Fridays)

OUR FAVORITE CLASS RETURNS!

ONLINE. Led by a rotation of fantastic instructors, The Writing Room features six vibrant weeks of personal narrative nonfiction writing and storytelling. Join us for first session back after summer break!

The Writing Room has been running for five years straight, with new material offered each time and many repeat customers! This inclusive, fun, and productive class is for anyone looking to become a better writer or storyteller.

FULL
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THE WRITING ROOM (Wednesdays)
Sep
24
to Oct 29

THE WRITING ROOM (Wednesdays)

OUR FAVORITE CLASS RETURNS!

ONLINE. Led by a rotation of fantastic instructors, The Writing Room features six vibrant weeks of personal narrative nonfiction writing and storytelling. Join us for first session back after summer break!

The Writing Room has been running for five years straight, with new material offered each time and many repeat customers! This inclusive, fun, and productive class is for anyone looking to become a better writer or storyteller.

FULL
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Storytelling For Everyone
Sep
8
to Oct 12

Storytelling For Everyone

IN PERSON. Join Steph Rogers for an interactive storytelling class to learn useful skills for many story applications. Steph’s approach is engaging and fun, and the class focuses on crafting true, personal narratives told in the first person. Techniques can be applied to work or personal scenarios.

FULL
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THE WRITING ROOM (Friday
May
9
to May 30

THE WRITING ROOM (Friday

OUR FAVORITE CLASS RETURNS!

Led by a rotation of fantastic instructors, The Writing Room features six vibrant weeks of personal narrative nonfiction writing and storytelling. Join us for our last session of the season before we take a summer break!

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THE WRITING ROOM (Wednesdays)
May
7
to May 28

THE WRITING ROOM (Wednesdays)

OUR FAVORITE CLASS RETURNS!

Led by a rotation of fantastic instructors, The Writing Room features six vibrant weeks of personal narrative nonfiction writing and storytelling. Join us for our last session of the season before we take a summer break!

FULL
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STORY PERFORMANCE
May
5
6:00 PM18:00

STORY PERFORMANCE

Perfect for educators, speakers, performers, sales reps, or anyone stepping into the spotlight, this class will help you enhance your own innate public speaking style and connect with your audience.

We'll use personal narrative storytelling as a tool to practice performance for four weeks, culminating in a student performance for the public on June 8th at 7pm at Oil Lamp Theater.

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STORYTELLING BASICS
Apr
27
2:00 PM14:00

STORYTELLING BASICS

Join Story Jam’s Stephanie Rogers as she inspires us with storytelling games and lessons on how to craft a great true story. Learn basic techniques for business meetings, story slams, or personal use. This workshop will be fun, informative, intimate, and helpful for anyone who wants to begin their journey in storytelling!

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THE WRITING ROOM
Feb
7
to Mar 14

THE WRITING ROOM

OUR FAVORITE CLASS RETURNS!

Led by a rotation of fantastic instructors, The Writing Room features six vibrant weeks of personal narrative nonfiction writing and storytelling.

FULL
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THE WRITING ROOM
Feb
5
to Mar 12

THE WRITING ROOM

OUR FAVORITE CLASS RETURNS!

Led by a rotation of fantastic instructors, The Writing Room features six weeks of personal narrative nonfiction writing and storytelling.

FULL
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THE WRITING ROOM
Aug
16
to Sep 18

THE WRITING ROOM

OUR FAVORITE CLASS RETURNS!

The Writing Room features six vibrant weeks of personal narrative nonfiction writing and storytelling, led by a rotation of fantastic instructors.

Each week, participants receive creative prompts, writing time, feedback, and a focused lesson on some aspect of writing and story craft.

There is also a Friday section.

THIS CLASS BEST SERVES: Writers; aspiring writers; storytellers; aspiring storytellers; anyone who’d like to work on personal narratives and develop skills in a warm, challenging environment; those who’d enjoy a strong college or graduate-level memoir or nonfiction writing class.

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THE WRITING ROOM
Aug
14
to Sep 18

THE WRITING ROOM

OUR FAVORITE CLASS RETURNS!

The Writing Room features six vibrant weeks of personal narrative nonfiction writing and storytelling, led by a rotation of fantastic instructors.

Each week, participants receive creative prompts, writing time, feedback, and a focused lesson on some aspect of writing and story craft.

There is also a Friday section.

THIS CLASS BEST SERVES: Writers; aspiring writers; storytellers; aspiring storytellers; anyone who’d like to work on personal narratives and develop skills in a warm, challenging environment; those who’d enjoy a strong college or graduate-level memoir or nonfiction writing class.

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CLAY ON THE WHEEL
Jul
11
3:00 PM15:00

CLAY ON THE WHEEL

Join the delightfully brilliant Bryan Kett for four amazing hours of crafting and creating true, personal stories in the style of “The Moth.” Bryan is a Moth slam and grand slam champion who has designed his own method for storytelling success. This is a rare and special workshop!

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🌟NEW🌟 Storytelling Workshop!
Jun
25
6:00 PM18:00

🌟NEW🌟 Storytelling Workshop!

Join Story Jam’s Stephanie Rogers as she inspires us with storytelling games and lessons on how to craft a great true story! This workshop will be fun, informative, intimate, and helpful for anyone who wants to learn storytelling techniques for business, slams, or personal use.

FULL
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THE WRITING ROOM (Fridays)
May
3
to Jun 7

THE WRITING ROOM (Fridays)

LAST SESSION BEFORE SUMMER BREAK!

The Writing Room features six vibrant weeks of personal narrative nonfiction writing and storytelling, led by a rotation of amazing instructors.

Each week, participants receive creative prompts, writing time, feedback, and a focused lesson on some aspect of writing and story craft. Guests will discover new writing techniques, advanced storytelling structure, and much more!

There is also a Wednesday section.

THIS CLASS BEST SERVES: Writers; aspiring writers; storytellers; aspiring storytellers; anyone who’d like to work on personal narratives and develop skills in a warm, challenging environment; those who’d enjoy a strong college or graduate-level memoir or nonfiction writing class.

FULL
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THE WRITING ROOM (Wednesdays)
May
1
to Jun 5

THE WRITING ROOM (Wednesdays)

LAST SESSION BEFORE SUMMER BREAK!

The Writing Room features six vibrant weeks of personal narrative nonfiction writing and storytelling, led by a rotation of amazing instructors.

Each week, participants receive creative prompts, writing time, feedback, and a focused lesson on some aspect of writing and story craft. Guests will discover new writing techniques, advanced storytelling structure, and much more!

This is the Wednesday class. There is also a Friday class!

THIS CLASS BEST SERVES: Writers; aspiring writers; storytellers; aspiring storytellers; anyone who’d like to work on personal narratives and develop skills in a warm, challenging environment; those who’d enjoy a strong college or graduate-level memoir or nonfiction writing class.

FULL
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STORY BASH
Mar
30
1:00 PM13:00

STORY BASH

In this afternoon workshop, Story Jam will help you generate stories through an array of fun improv games, prompts, and exercises. Guests will enjoy conjuring up new and previously forgotten stories while practicing storytelling on the fly. Casual and fun, Story Bash is an effective tool for storytellers to dig up new material!

Story Bash is led by Story Jam producer/creative director Stephanie Rogers.

BEST SERVES: Anyone who’d like to remember their stories; new and veteran storytellers; and those looking for something very casual and fun.

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THE WRITING ROOM (Wednesdays)
Mar
6
to Apr 9

THE WRITING ROOM (Wednesdays)

OUR MOST POPULAR CLASS RETURNS!

The Writing Room is an online writing workshop which features a rotation of instructors who guide the crafting of personal narratives and essays.

Each week, participants receive prompts, ample writing time, and wisdom on various aspects of memoir writing and personal narrative storytelling. 

BEST SERVES: Writers; aspiring writers; storytellers; aspiring storytellers; anyone who’d like to work on personal narratives and develop skills in a warm, challenging environment; those who’d enjoy a strong college or graduate-level writing class.

FULL
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