Patchwork is currently not collecting membership dues. We will e-mail you information about upcoming storytelling events.
Patchwork encourages people to tell and listen
to stories through the
following forums:
Sponsoring workshops and retreats for novices and professional tellers
Producing storytelling performances in the Greater Philadelphia area
Working with schools and community-based organizations to encourage people to tell and listen to stories in their communities
Sponsoring a website which provides information about storytelling ideas and resources; and which offers a Calendar of Events to promote storytelling activities
Promoting storytelling through contact with the media
Members are involved in the following activities:
Passing on oral history from one generation to another
Gathering and sharing stories that reflect cultural identities
Developing storytelling as a contemporary art form
Using storytelling as a tool for personal growth and spiritual exploration
Learning to use storytelling to promote reading, literacy, and creative expression
Receiving coaching feedback from peers on artistic development
Attending informal story swaps with other members of the community
Staying informed about regional and national storytelling programs and events
