<img src="http://storysaac.org/uploads/3/1/2/1/3121070/published/sac-logo-2021-gold.jpg" alt="SAC logo" /> <br /> <br /> <i> Storytelling Calendar for California</i> (saac) //localendar.com/public/saac Public events for calendar: saac en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss localendar.com <![CDATA[REDWOOD NIGHTS ~ Storytelling Under the Stars Independence Week Show]]>
  • REDWOOD NIGHTS ~ Storytelling Under the Stars
  • Curated storytelling show in a BEAUTIFUL, intimate setting!
  • Hosted & Created by award-winning NPR storyteller Don Reed
  • Doors open at 6:00pm / show at 7:00pm
  • $35/person and up
  • Amazing food and drink available!
  • Tix and info at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/redwood-nights-storytelling-under-the-stars-at-deer-park-villa-tickets-945373817537 
    • ]]>     Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=563&calendar_id=10045&k=070126&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=563&calendar_id=10045&k=070126&cb=false     <![CDATA[Moth Story Slam Berkeley]]>
  • Berkeley's monthly Moth story slam.
  • Open mic format with themes (tellers drawn from the hat get 5min plus 1min to wrap up)
  • Usually first Wednesdays (always check)
  • Host:  Corey Rosen
  • Doors open at 6pm / show at 7pm
  • $20/person
  • Food available on site.
  • Tix, upcoming themes, and more info at: https://themoth.org/events
    • ]]>     Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=578&calendar_id=10045&k=070126&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=578&calendar_id=10045&k=070126&cb=false     <![CDATA['Wide Open' Open Mic]]> Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=584&calendar_id=10045&k=070126&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=584&calendar_id=10045&k=070126&cb=false <![CDATA[Westside Stories (open mic)]]>
  • What's Your Story?
  • Open mic format w/ themes (tellers get 5min plus 1min to wrap up)
  • Usually 2nd Wednesdays (always check)
  • Host:  Dave Pokorny
  • Doors open at 7:00pm / show at 7:30pm
  • $20/person
  • Some food/drink
  • Tix and info at: https://www.davepokornypresents.com/west-side-stories
    • ]]>     Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:30:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=572&calendar_id=10045&k=070826&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=572&calendar_id=10045&k=070826&cb=false     <![CDATA[Westside Stories - Money Talks]]>
  • What's Your Story?
  • Open mic format w/ themes (tellers get 5min plus 1min to wrap up)
  • Usually 2nd Wednesdays (always check)
  • Host:  Dave Pokorny
  • Doors open at 7:00pm / show at 7:30pm
  • $20/person
  • Some food/drink
  • Tix and info at: https://www.davepokornypresents.com/west-side-stories
    • ]]>     Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:30:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=589&calendar_id=10045&k=070826&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=589&calendar_id=10045&k=070826&cb=false     <![CDATA[Third Culture Tales: Stories Beyond Borders]]> Third Culture Tales: Stories Beyond Borders | Berkeley
    Friday, July 11, 2026
    Impossible Stage, Berkeley

    Third Culture Tales is back in the Bay! 🌍✨
    Born from a deep need to connect beyond borders, languages, and inherited identities, this traveling series brings stories and music to center stage—celebrating the lived experiences of those who exist between cultures.

    Join us for an evening of real stories and soul-stirring music, shared live by a powerful lineup of Bay Area artists. Whether you’re an immigrant, a child of immigrants, or someone shaped by movement, memory, and multicultural experience—this event is for you.

    🎤 Full lineup of storytellers and musicians to be announced soon—stay tuned!

    🎟️ Tickets: $20 or Flexible Pricing
    Additional donations are welcome and deeply appreciated.
    💛 Reserve your spot and support the journey 

    https://www.diasporaartsconnection.org/events/thirdculture-berkeley-july

    ]]>     Sat, 11 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=588&calendar_id=10045&k=071126&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=588&calendar_id=10045&k=071126&cb=false     <![CDATA[Word of Mouth Storytelling - Placerville]]>
  • Word of Mouth Storytelling - Placerville
  • Open mic format w/ themes, plus featured tellers
  • Tellers drawn from the hat get 5min plus 1min to wrap up
  • Held on 2nd Sundays (always check)
  • Host:  Amber Electra
  • Doors open at 5pm / show at 6pm
  • $5/person
  • Snacks and drinks available
  • Tix available at the door
  • Email wordofmouthstory@gmail.com for more info and to pitch a story for a future show
    • ]]>     Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=582&calendar_id=10045&k=071226&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=582&calendar_id=10045&k=071226&cb=false     <![CDATA[Do Tell Open Mic]]>
  • Do Tell True Story Open Mic
  • Open mic format with occasional guest tellers; no themes
  • Tellers drawn from the hat get 7min plus 1min to wrap up
  • Usually 2nd Tuesdays (always check)
  • Host:  John Aubert
  • Doors open at 5:00pm / show at 6:00pm
  • $5-$15/person (sliding scale)
  • Food and beverages available; outside takeout OK.
  • More info at: https://capitalstorytelling.com/do-tell-in-person-storytelling-open-mic/ 
    • ]]>     Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=586&calendar_id=10045&k=071426&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=586&calendar_id=10045&k=071426&cb=false     <![CDATA[The Conundrum Chronicles StorySlam SF]]>
  • The Conundrum Chronicles StorySlam SF
  • An audience-judged open mic slam exploring moral dilemmas, held monthly on the 2nd Tuesdays (except August)
  • Host: Fred Brill
  • Monthly theme is: ?????
  • Featured teller is: ?????
  • Doors open at 6:30pm   / show begins at 7pm
  • Drinks/food are available at the venue.
  • Info, featured tellers, themes, tix, and more at:   https://themarsh.org/shows_and_events/runs/conundrum-chronicles/ 
  • Questions/Comments??  Email Fred Brill at:  1fredbrill@gmail.com
    • ]]>     Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=590&calendar_id=10045&k=071426&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=590&calendar_id=10045&k=071426&cb=false     <![CDATA[REDWOOD NIGHTS ~ Storytelling Under the Stars]]>
  • REDWOOD NIGHTS ~ Storytelling Under the Stars
  • Curated storytelling show in a BEAUTIFUL, intimate setting!
  • Hosted & Created by award-winning NPR storyteller Don Reed
  • Doors open at 6:00pm / show at 7:00pm
  • $35/person and up
  • Amazing food and drink available!
  • Tix and info at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/redwood-nights-storytelling-under-the-stars-at-deer-park-villa-tickets-945373817537 
    • ]]>     Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=569&calendar_id=10045&k=071526&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=569&calendar_id=10045&k=071526&cb=false     <![CDATA[Wildcard Story Swap]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=587&calendar_id=10045&k=071526&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=587&calendar_id=10045&k=071526&cb=false <![CDATA[StorySlam Oakland]]>
  • Story Slam Oakland
  • Open mic format w/ themes, plus guest tellers
  • Tellers drawn from the hat get 5min plus 1min to wrap up
  • Hosts:  Julie Soller & İnanç Karaçaylak
  • Doors open at 6:30pm / show at 7:30pm
  • $20/person
  • Food available on site.
  • Tix and info at: https://storyslamoakland.com/ 
    • ]]>     Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:30:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=592&calendar_id=10045&k=071526&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=592&calendar_id=10045&k=071526&cb=false     <![CDATA[Alameda Story Slam]]>
  • Alameda Story Slam
  • Open mic format w/ themes, plus a featured teller
  • Tellers drawn from the hat get 5min plus 1min to wrap up
  • Held on Fridays (always check)
  • Host:  Yael Schy
  • Doors open at 7pm / show at 7:30pm
  • $20/person (suggested donation) 
  • Snacks available
  • Shows are for ages 18+ (15+ if teens come with parents and all are comfortable with some mature content)
  • Tix available at the door
  • Follow Yael Schy on Facebook for more info
    • ]]>     Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:30:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=565&calendar_id=10045&k=071726&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=565&calendar_id=10045&k=071726&cb=false     <![CDATA[Bawdy Storytelling 20th Anniversary Show]]> LA Weekly calls it "The Moth for Pervs!"
    Doors open at 7pm, stories start at 8pm!

    Sexual folklorist Dixie De La Tour curates submitted stories, then works with experienced and first-time storytellers to create a one-of-a-kind evening for each and every Bawdy. Her coaching superpowers tease out surprisingly powerful stories of sex, kink or gender. Then at showtime, Dixie coaches the audience, too – creating an emotionally supportive, unintimidating, and sex-positive atmosphere that’s unique, engaging and fun. Add connecting games (like the ever-popular Bang-O) and you have a show that’ll be your new favorite social event EVER.

    Tickets and more info at:
    https://bawdystorytelling.com/live-shows]]>     Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=568&calendar_id=10045&k=071726&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=568&calendar_id=10045&k=071726&cb=false     <![CDATA[Sacramento Storytellers Guild Monthly Program]]>
  • Sacramento Storytellers Guild Monthly Program
  • Features a curated mix of true stories, tall tales, folk tales, fairy tales, and poetry.
  • Usually 3rd Saturdays (always check)
  • Host:  Sacramento Storytellers Guild
  • Doors open at 1:30pm / stories begin at 2:00pm
  • Free (donations gladly accepted)
  • Complimentary light snacks and beverages provided.
  • Attendance via Zoom also an option (registration required). For Zoom registration, go to the Home page of sacramentostorytellersguild.org and click the link in the Welcome to Sacramento Storytellers box.
  • More info, including how to become part of the program, at: https://sacramentostorytellersguild.org/ 
    • ]]>     Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=577&calendar_id=10045&k=071826&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=577&calendar_id=10045&k=071826&cb=false     <![CDATA[Simply Said]]>

  • The SIMPLY SAID Series will be held every third Tuesday of the month beginning October 15th. Each show will feature a curated lineup of experienced storytellers, blended with opportunities for audience members to put their name in “the hat” to tell their own story on the monthly theme.
  • Usually 3rd Tuesdays (always check)
  • Host:  Corey Rosen
  • Doors open at 6pm / show at 7pm
  • Tickets start at $22/person
  • ????food and beverages????
  • Tix and info at:https://larktheater.net/movie-category/special-events/simply-said/
    • ]]>     Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=573&calendar_id=10045&k=072126&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=573&calendar_id=10045&k=072126&cb=false     <![CDATA[Moth Story Slam Berkeley - Plot Twist]]>
  • Berkeley's monthly Moth story slam.
  • Open mic format with themes (tellers drawn from the hat get 5min plus 1min to wrap up)
  • Usually first Wednesdays (always check), with occasional extra shows like this one...
  • Host:  Corey Rosen
  • Doors open at 6pm / show at 7pm
  • $20/person
  • Food available on site.
  • Tix, upcoming themes, and more info at: https://themoth.org/events
    • ]]>     Wed, 22 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=583&calendar_id=10045&k=072226&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=583&calendar_id=10045&k=072226&cb=false     <![CDATA[What's Your Story?]]>
  • What's Your Story?
  • Curated show with open mics slots available
  • Tellers drawn from the hat get 5min plus 1min to wrap up
  • Usually 3rd or 4th Sundays in odd months (always check)
  • Host:  Bill Zarchy
  • Doors open at 1:30pm / show at 2:00pm
  • $10-$40/person (sliding scale)
  • BYOB (no food on site)
  • Tix and info at: https://www.themonkeyhouse.org/calendar
  • Email iramarlowe@gmail.com with questions...
    • ]]>     Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=564&calendar_id=10045&k=072626&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=564&calendar_id=10045&k=072626&cb=false     <![CDATA[What's Your Story?? Stories of Love and Romance...]]>
    • What's Your Story? Storytelling at The Monkey House
    • We put on six shows a year on Sunday afternoons in Berkeley
    • Our shows usually take place on the third or fourth Sunday, in the odd-numbered months 
      • Each show features a theme and four Featured Tellers. 
      • Plus an Open Mic at the end of each show (limited to five minutes).
    • Our venue is The Monkey House, a cozy theater setting in downtown Berkeley. 
      • 1638 University Avenue, Berkeley (between California & Jefferson)
      • Host: Brother Ben Tucker
      • Doors open at 1:30pm / show at 2:00pm
      • $10-$40/person (sliding scale)
      • BYOB (no food on site)
    • More info about our shows and our email list at our snazzy new website: www.whatsyourstory.live
    • Reserve your seat: Email iramarlowe@gmail.com
    • Become a Featured Teller: Email clairecastell@pacbell.net 
    • Produced by Ben Tucker, Claire Castell, Albertina Zarazúa Padilla, Ginger Parnes & Bill Zarchy

    • ]]>     Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=575&calendar_id=10045&k=072626&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=575&calendar_id=10045&k=072626&cb=false     <![CDATA[Moth Story Slam San Francisco - Claim to Fame]]>
  • SF's monthly Moth story slam.
  • Open mic format with themes (tellers drawn from the hat get 5min plus 1min to wrap up)
  • Usually last Tuesdays (always check)
  • Host:  Daya Lakshminarayanan
  • Doors open at 6:30pm / show at 7:30pm
  • $15/person (21 and up)
  • Full bar; no food on site.
  • Tix and info at: https://themoth.org/events
    • ]]>     Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:30:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=567&calendar_id=10045&k=072826&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=567&calendar_id=10045&k=072826&cb=false     <![CDATA[Moth Story Slam San Francisco]]>
  • SF's monthly Moth story slam.
  • Open mic format with themes (tellers drawn from the hat get 5min plus 1min to wrap up)
  • Usually last Tuesdays (always check)
  • Host:  Daya Lakshminarayanan
  • Doors open at 6:30pm / show at 7:30pm
  • $15/person (21 and up)
  • Full bar; no food on site.
  • Tix and info at: https://themoth.org/events
    • ]]>     Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:30:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=581&calendar_id=10045&k=072826&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=581&calendar_id=10045&k=072826&cb=false     <![CDATA[REDWOOD NIGHTS ~ Storytelling Under the Stars]]>
  • REDWOOD NIGHTS ~ Storytelling Under the Stars
  • Curated storytelling show in a BEAUTIFUL, intimate setting!
  • Hosted & Created by award-winning NPR storyteller Don Reed
  • Doors open at 6:00pm / show at 7:00pm
  • $35/person and up
  • Amazing food and drink available!
  • Tix and info at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/redwood-nights-storytelling-under-the-stars-at-deer-park-villa-tickets-945373817537 
    • ]]>     Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=571&calendar_id=10045&k=072926&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=571&calendar_id=10045&k=072926&cb=false     <![CDATA[StorySlam Oakland - Coming Clean]]>
  • Story Slam Oakland
  • Open mic format w/ themes, plus guest tellers
  • The theme for July is Coming Clean
  • Tellers drawn from the hat get 5min plus 1min to wrap up
  • Hosts:  Julie Soller & İnanç Karaçaylak
  • Doors open at 6:30pm / show at 7:30pm
  • $20/person
  • Food available on site.
  • Tix and info at: https://storyslamoakland.com/ 
    • ]]>     Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:30:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=593&calendar_id=10045&k=072926&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=593&calendar_id=10045&k=072926&cb=false     <![CDATA[In a Nutshell Storytelling]]>
  • In a Nutshell Storytelling:  A monthly curated show
  • A curated storytelling show featuring four tellers from all walks of life (always check their website to confirm dates and details)
  • Host: Keith Lowell Jensen
  • Check website below for the theme...
  • Doors open at 6pm   / show begins at 7pm
  • Drinks/food are available at the venue.
  • Info and tix at:   https://www.inanutshellstorytelling.com/ 
  • Questions/Comments??  Email: info@inanutshellstorytelling.com 
    • ]]>     Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT iCal //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=570&calendar_id=10045&k=073126&cb=false //localendar.com/elsie?DAM=PublishedEvent&event_id=570&calendar_id=10045&k=073126&cb=false