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APRIL/MAY 2026 EVENT DETAILS
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Returns in May!

Mrs. Murphy & Sons (3905 N Lincoln)
Thursday, May 14th, 7:00 PM - FREE
This Much Is True continues our 18th year of personal narrative performances featuring memorable stories from an all-star cast. Please join us for a another evening of connection. 
CLICK HERE for details.
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Your Friend & Neighbors

Mrs. Murphy & Sons (3905 N Lincoln)
Thursday, May 21st, 7:00 PM - FREE
Story Lab Chicago once again proves that each and every one of us is a storyteller with something to share. Please join us for another round of stories from your friends, neighbors, and fellow Chicagoans. See the show and sign up to be a future teller. No experience necessary! 
CLICK HERE for details.
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The Most Open Mic Ever

Various Venues
​All March long - FREE
 Do Not Submit offers TWELVE opportunities to gather this month at an open mic free from pressure, judgment, and scoring. Show up, sign up, and share anything you'd like.
CLICK HERE for details.
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Evanston's Storytelling Party

Double Clutch Brewing - Evanston (2121 Ashland)
Wednesday, April 22nd, 7:00 PM - FREE
Story Vroom Vroom is throwing another big, bold storytelling party in Evanston at Double Clutch Brewery. Open spots for random drawing of tellers, singalongs, trivia, prizes, and more!  
CLICK HERE for details.
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Registration has now opened for the May 2026 offering of Storytelling For Everyone: A Four-Week Course in  Personal Narrative. You won't find a more encouraging, supportive space than this long running class that has helped hundreds of people over the last decade.​ 
CLICK HERE for details and registration.
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Small Group Coaching Is Back!

There are still a few spots left in the Small Group Coaching sessions for April. This is a great way to work any story, in any shape, for any purpose - on your feet in a radically encouraging environment, with constructive feedback, peer support, and helpful insights. 
Sessions full. Check back for May soon.