Patchwork Storytelling Guild
Chestnut Hill Ghost Walk: Back from the Dead
Join Patchwork Storytellers for an unforgettable evening of storytelling
Love scary stories? We've got 'em! This is a great family event! Ages 6 to adult.
The Ghost Walk: Back from the Dead, sponsored by Chestnut Hill Library Friends, touts 4 time slots on Saturday, October 18—5:30, 6, 6:30, and 7 PM, for a candlelit journey from Chestnut Hill Library, 8711 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, to Hilltop Books.
Along the way, participants will enjoy short stories from the imaginations of our mind-bending storytellers: Ingrid Bohn, Denise McCormack, Philip Moore, and Christina Sturgis.
This event is suitable for kids and families—ages 6 and up—with tales becoming increasingly spookier and longer as the evening wears on. Adults looking for spookier stories should sign up for the 7pm slot.
Tickets:
$10/person or $25/family
All proceeds support the Chestnut Hill Library.
Note: Some stories unfold in layers.
Key Details
Saturday , October 18
Tours run: 5:30, 6, 6:30, 7 PM
$10/person or $25/family
Questions? https://chlibraryfriends.org/
Our Featured Storytellers
Denise McCormack
Denise McCormack is a dynamic storyteller and creative professional whose talents transcend mediums, crafting meaningful narratives that truly connect with audiences.
Her extensive involvement in cultural, educational, and artistic initiatives reflects her dedication to nurturing the art form and building storytelling communities. As president of Patchwork, she coordinates a variety of storytelling events each year, providing opportunities for others to share their stories and storytelling strategies—both as tellers and listeners.
In essence, Denise is fueled by her passion for the transformative power of stories. She believes that there is a story for every time and purpose under heaven, each carrying the potential to inspire, educate, and unite.
Step into Denise’s world of storytelling, where powerful stories, meaningful messages, and vibrant communities come together to spark imagination and stir the soul. www.DeniseMcCormack.live
Ingrid Bohn
Ingrid Bohn, an Interactive Theater and Storytelling performance artist, engages audiences through story, song, dance, and poetry. She wields a vast repertoire of stories to suite any age. Performing in PA & NJ, and on the virtual stage, her career spans over a decade. Ingrid's passionate and deliberate delivery style is sure to capture your imagination and heart.
Philip Moore
Phil Moore, an Our Mother of Consolation Alumni, is currently a Life and Health Insurance
Broker, specializing in Medicare Plans. A Retired Diplomate in Asian Body Therapy, his stories
draw on many perspectives, offering both inspiration and methodology.
His Grandmother, Anna O'Donnell, is credited with being a great source of inspiration, influence, and local memory for Philip. She ran Kildare Taxi Service from the late 1920's to early seventies, and also worked on staff at various mansions on the Hill which gave her insight into history and flavor of the area..
Christina Sturgis
Chris Sturgis is a multi-talented artist and writer. She has 25 years’ experience as a newspaper reporter, including an exclusive interview with Hillary Clinton. She has appeared in Anything Goes, Barefoot in the Park, You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, Othello, Paul Sills’ Story Theatre, and the Kaufman and Hart comedy, Once in a Lifetime. She blogs at CLSreal.com.
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About Patchwork: A Storytelling Guild
Patchwork Storytelling Guild is a member-supported 501c3 non-profit organization serving the needs of the Philadelphia Metro area, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, the Delaware Valley, and beyond.
Its mission is to provide a forum for storytellers and to promote the art of storytelling through community outreach related to the practice, performance, and value of storytelling. Patchwork offers: monthly story swaps, coaching sessions, performance opportunities... and more.
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