Sharing stories with Valerie Tutson

NORWAY — The Second Congregational Church, U.C.C. invites you to enjoy dynamic storyteller, Valerie Tutson. On Saturday, October 13, from 2-4 p.m., the beloved performer and teacher will lead an interactive storytelling workshop, “We All Have Stories to Tell.”

Valerie will engage participants in learning how to tell their personal stories as well as participate in unique story-telling activities. At 7 p.m. the evening crowd will delight in her storytelling performance of “Tales from Around the World.”

Valerie Tutson, a graduate from Brown University, with a Masters Degree in Theatre Arts, has been telling stories and leading workshops in schools, churches, libraries, festivals, and conferences since 1991, drawing her stories from around the world.

Her repertoire includes stories and songs she learned in her travels to Africa and from African American history.

Randy Robert, Director of the New York State Museum, Albany, NY highly recommends Valerie and writes, "Valerie Tutson is an energetic, dynamic performer who leaves the room vibrating when she exits. Her voice, facial expressions, and dance movements make her presentation a delight for children and adults.”

Barbara Nauman, Providence Journal, Providence, RI writes, "Valerie Tutson's tales take the audience on a voyage. She's refreshing, enthusiastic and intriguing. The audience (young and old) absolutely loved her!"

Advance sale tickets for the workshop and/or performance are available at Books-n-Things, Main Street, Norway and in the Second Congregational Church office, 205 Main Street, Norway.

Each event is $8 for adults and $5 for kids/students under age 18 years. For more information, visit the church’s website, www.seconch.com or call 743-2290. For more information about renowned storyteller Valerie Tutson, visit www.valerietutson.com.