Storytelling is not just entertainment: it’s a fundamental part of being human. Ales & Tales is a live storytelling open mic, akin to The Moth, but without the competitive aspect. Tellers take the mic to share personal stories, true-as-remembered, in six minutes or less with no notes. There are few rules: beyond the time limit and truth requirement, stories must follow the night’s theme, which is typically a one- to two-word prompt with LOTS of flexibility (like Dirt, Winter, Sunshine or Rigid). Stories don’t have to be funny, but they can be. Stories should have an arc – a beginning, middle, and end – and perhaps a lesson snuck in there, too. Food and drinks, including alcohol, will be available for purchase; and the crowd is always friendly. Come relate to strangers, and turn them into pals! APRIL: Spring cleaning Spring is for clearing the old stuff out – what did you clear out? Maybe it was a room, a relationship, a habit, a secret, or a belief you’d been holding onto too long. What were you avoiding when it stayed, and what was the moment you decided to confront it or let it go? What changed once the space was cleared—and what, if anything, still lingers? This event takes place in the 4th floor Gallery.
