Victoria Storytellers' Guild

Category: Past Events

  • Special event! Stories of the Haida and Squamish people featuring Kung Jaadee: February 27, 2022

    We’re excited to welcome a special guest, Kung Jaadee, in a live virtual Zoom presentation on Sunday, February 27, at 2:00 pm PST. Kung Jaadee, also known as Roberta Kennedy, is a professional storyteller, educator and published author belonging to the X̱aayda (Haida),  xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) First Nations. Over the past 28 years, she has…

  • Remember When … : December 13

    There will be laughter, tears, and bittersweet moments as we recollect, remember and reminisce. Stories at Fern starts at 7:30, virtually and in person!! This is our first hybrid event, combining a live audience at 1831 Fern Street in Victoria, with our online friends. Scroll down for more info. Stories at Fern is our regular…

  • Beginnings and Endings: January 17

    Please join us as we kick off the new year with tales of beginnings and endings! Stories at Fern starts at 7:30, virtually. Connections accepted from 7:00 pm onward Stories at Fern is our regular monthly meeting. Admission is free for members who have paid their dues – thank you for your support! If you…

  • Fabulous Felines: February 21

    Its a FACT, February is for Fabulous Felines! It will be a purrfect evening, because its a hybrid Stories at Fern! Those who want to attend in person, please come to 1831 Fern St in Victoria (see map). Those who want to attend virtually, can register on the link below. The show starts at 7:30…

  • Tales from the Emerald Isle: March 21

    Sure and begorrah, the seanchaí are about, spreading tales of Ireland in a hybrid event. Those who want to attend in person, please come to 1831 Fern St in Victoria (see map). Those who want to attend virtually, can register on the link below. The show starts at 7:30. Stories at Fern is our regular…

  • All that Glitters : April 18

    Get your bling on for Spring, and join us for some glittering stories! This is a hybrid event. Those who want to attend in person, please come to 1831 Fern St in Victoria (see map). Those who want to attend virtually, can register on the link below. Either way, the show starts at 7:30. Stories…

  • Favourite Folktales: May 16

    The Victoria Storytellers Guild, and some special guests, share favourite folk tales on May 16 at 7:30 pm. This is a hybrid event. Those who want to attend in person, please come to 1831 Fern St in Victoria (see map). Those who want to attend virtually, can register on the link below. Either way, the…

  • The Gift of Friendship / A Life with Dance: June 13

    We’re excited to invite you to join us for a special Stories at Fern. The first half will feature our own Jennifer Ferris, and the second half will reprise our regular show, with the theme “the Gift of Friendship.” Jennifer Ferris has a long history of friendship with storytelling – she is a performer, teacher,…

  • Special concert November 28: Motoko “Tales of Now and Zen”

    Through “Tales of Now and Zen” Motoko exquisitely blends the ancient lore of Japan and her original stories, infused with humour.   Experience award-winning storyteller Motoko in a live virtual Zoom presentation from her home in Massachusetts on Sunday, November 28, at 2:00 pm PST.  The recipient of the National Storytelling Network’s 2017 Circle of…

  • Secrets and Lies: November 15

    Stories at Fern starts at 7:30, virtually. Connections accepted from 7:00 pm onward Stories at Fern is our regular monthly meeting. Admission is free for members who have paid their dues – thank you for your support! If you would like to become a member or pay your $25 annual dues, you are always welcome. If you…

  • Lost and found

    Stories at Fern starts at 7:30, virtually. Connections accepted from 7:00 pm onward Stories at Fern is our regular monthly meeting. Admission is free for members who have paid their dues – thank you for your support! If you would like to become a member or pay your $25 annual dues, you are always welcome. If you…

  • A new leaf

    We’re beginning the new season with a New Leaf!  Stories at Fern starts at 7:30, virtually. Connections accepted from 7:00 pm onward Stories at Fern is our regular monthly meeting. Admission is free for members who have paid their dues – thank you for your support! If you would like to become a member or pay your…

  • Down Home with Clara Dugas: June 27, 2021

    Come laugh with us as we enjoy the stories of women’s lives in rural Nova Scotia, tales filled with challenges, hard work and humour. Storytelling is a talent that the Dugas family, from Nova Scotia’s Baie Sainte-Marie, has passed down from generation to generation and Clara’s first teacher was her mother. Sharing her storytelling talents,…

  • Along the Healing Path

    Please join us for a special concert for adults with Allison Cox.  A storyteller with 39 years experience, co-editor and contributor to “The Healing Heart” books and co-founder and past coordinator of the Healing Story Alliance, Allison organizes storytelling epic events and shares tales at Under the Rainbow, Storytelling for LGBTQ & Allies. She hails from…

  • Legends: Saturday, November 7, 2020

    We are influenced by the important people in our lives. This Canadian Storytelling Day, our tellers will share stories of the people who have left a big impression. On this day each year, storytellers from coast to coast gather to share stories. This year’s theme: legends! The show starts at 7:30 pm. Scroll down for…

  • SOLD OUT – The Wideness and Wonder of Georgia O’Keeffe, featuring Margaret Murphy: Sunday, September 27, 2020

    Registration is now closed Please join us for a special concert, featuring Margaret Murphy, professional storyteller, writer, teacher and community builder in Nanaimo. The Wideness and Wonder of Georgia O’Keeffe, voted Best of the Nanaimo Fringe Festival in 2016, is a 60-minute celebration of the life and challenges of the innovative artist, from birth through…

  • Remember when … : September 21, 2020

    On Monday, September 21 2020 at 7:30 pm, please join us for Stories at Fern, as we take a trip down memory lane. Connections accepted from 7:00 pm onwardPlease come early and address any technical concerns before the stories begin at 7:30 pm We are using Zoom, an online conferencing system. Admission is free, and there is…

  • It was a dark and stormy night: October 19, 2020

    Come out of the weather … and share the warmth by the fire. Stories at Fern starts at 7:30, virtually! Connections accepted from 7:00 pm onwardPlease come early and address any technical concerns before the stories begin at 7:30 pm We are using Zoom, an online conferencing system. Admission is free, and there is no need…

  • Elemental stories: earth … water … fire … air: November 16, 2020

    Storytelling is about human connection at an elemental level. Our November meeting is about elemental stories: earth, water, fire, air … Stories at Fern starts at 7:30 – storytellers and story listeners are welcome! Please scroll down for registration details Connections accepted from 7:00 pm onwardPlease come early and address any technical concerns before the…

  • Celebrations: December 14, 2020

    Please join our celebrations at Stories at Fern, as we prepare to close out 2020 – what an interesting year! The show starts at 7:30: storytellers and story listeners are welcome! Admission is free for members who have paid their dues – thank you for your support! If you would like to become a member or…

  • Beginnings: January 18, 2021

    Join us January 18, as we wax nostalgic about the beginning of our storytellers’ journeys in telling. Admission is free for members who have paid their dues – thank you for your support! If you would like to become a member or pay your $25 annual dues, you are always welcome. If you are just dropping in…

  • Friendship and Love: February 15, 2021

    Please join us for Stories at Fern, as we explore heartwarming stories of friendship and love. The show starts at 7:30: storytellers and story listeners are welcome! Admission is free for members who have paid their dues – thank you for your support! If you would like to become a member or pay your $25 annual dues, you…

  • A twist in the road: March 15, 2021

    Please join us for Stories at Fern, as we navigate one twist in the road, and then another! The show starts at 7:30: storytellers and story listeners are welcome. Admission is free for members who have paid their dues – thank you for your support! If you would like to become a member or pay your $25 annual…

  • Tales of spirited women: April 19, 2021

    Please join us for Stories at Fern, as we share tales of spirited women! The show starts at 7:30: storytellers and story listeners are welcome. Admission is free for members who have paid their dues – thank you for your support! If you would like to become a member or pay your $25 annual dues, you are…

  • My favourite story: May 17, 2021

    Please join us for Stories at Fern, as we explore our tellers favourite stories! The show starts at 7:30: storytellers and story listeners are welcome. Admission is free for members who have paid their dues – thank you for your support! If you would like to become a member or pay your $25 annual dues, you are…

  • It doesn’t always end well: June 14, 2021

    Please join us for Stories at Fern, as we explore stories that don’t turn out as planned… The show starts at 7:30: storytellers and story listeners are welcome! Admission is free for members who have paid their dues – thank you for your support! If you would like to become a member or pay your $25 annual…

  • A lesson learned (virtually), Monday June 8, 2020

    On Monday, June 8, 2020 at 7:30 pm, please join us for Stories at Fern, as we explore stories inspired by the theme “A Lesson Learned” Connections accepted from 7:00 pm onwardPlease come early and address any technical concerns before the stories begin at 7:30 pm We are using Zoom, an online conferencing system. Admission…

  • Friendship (virtually), Monday May 18, 2020

    On Monday, May 18, 2020 at 7:00 pm, please join us for Stories at Fern, as we explore friendship with a selection of young tellers from the Greater Victoria area and some more experienced tellers in a virtual environment. Friendship in any of its forms, old or new, looked for, lost or found, tattered or…

  • Voyages, virtually April 23, 2020

    On Thursday, April 23, 2020 at 7:30 pm, please join us as we reprise the theme for World Storytelling Day: Voyages. This is our first virtual Stories at Fern Connections accepted from 7 pm onwardPlease come early and address any technical concerns before the stories begin at 7:30 pm We are using Zoom, an online conferencing…

  • Saturday, April 3, 2020: Cancelled

    As the COVID-19 concerns increase, Chrine El Ansary’s tour has been cancelled. We’ll update you on other April events. We wish you a safe and healthy spring, and hope to see you again soon! Born in Cairo, Chirine El Ansary is a storyteller and physical performer living in Egypt and France. She was one of…

  • Saturday, February 29, 2010: Leap Year!

    We’re celebrating with stories that reflect leap year … or perhaps a leap of faith … or out of the frying pan … or over the fence …7:30 pm, 1831 Fern St (click here to view a map)

  • March 16, 2020: Cancelled

    As the COVID-19 concerns increase, the Victoria Storytellers Guild has decided to cancel Stories at Fern March 16. We’ll update you on our April events. We wish you a safe and healthy spring, and hope to see you again soon!

  • February 17, 2020: Try a Little Love!

    Monday, February 17, 2020 at 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM Theme: Try a Little Love, Tales that explore Love, Life and Friendship 1831 Fern St, Victoria, BC (click here to view a map)

  • January 20, 2020, Stories at Fern

    Monday, January 20, 2020 at 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM Hosted by Host : Pat Carfra 1831 Fern St, Victoria, BC (click here to view a map)

  • December 9 Stories at Fern: Mid-winter Edition

    Monday, December 9, 2019 at 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM Hosted by Jennifer Ferris 1831 Fern St, Victoria, BC (click here to view a map)

  • Rivers of Voices, Ocean of Stories: Coming Together

    The 2020 SC-CC Annual Conference in Parksville, British Columbia, which was scheduled for May 27 to 31, is cancelled.  Nous avons pris la décision d’annuler notre congrès annuel, qui devait se tenir à Parksville (Colombie-Britannique) du 27 au 31 mai 2020. 

  • A Breath of Fresh Air – November 2, 2019

  • Baloney on Bologna Day

  • Storytellers’ Cafe

  • The Norse Epic

    Norway House October 5, 2019 1-9 pm $10 ($5 for guild members) The Victoria Storytellers’ Guild invites you to enjoy part or all of a day of story where you can:  Hear tales as harshly beautiful as the Nordic landscapes where they were first told,  Get acquainted with the fascinating and highly complex characters of the gods…

  • Weaving Baskets of Knowledge

    Annual Conference and AGM of the Storytellers of Canada – Conteurs du Canada – 2019 By Mary Gavin, VSG Conference Delegate Le conte ou l’art de tisser les fils de la connaissance Akonutomahtimok: Askomiw Latokonasuwol Kcicihtuwakonol Conference site:  The University of New Brunswick (UNB) is on Wolastoqiyik traditional land.  UNB is the alma mater of…

  • Tall tales and true of the “LOVE that Conquers all.”

  • Suggest a theme for Stories at Fern

    Imagine a whole evening of stories on just one theme! That’s what we are planning to do next year at Stories at Fern. Each month a different theme. For example one night might be “stories that chill you,” another could be “stories that warm the heart.” Be it “legends and myths or “fairies in my…

  • Ivan Coyote: Workshop for Storytellers : May 30th

     9:30 am – 12:30 pm at St Aiden’s Church, $50  Register through Shirley Routliffe,  sroutliffe@gmail.com The workshop will give you a chance to work with master Canadian storyteller Ivan Coyote.  Discover new ideas about transforming thoughts and energy into memorable stories. The workshopwill include tips on selecting material, preparing yourself and your work for performance, and…

  • Ivan Coyote In Concert and Workshop

    Coming May 2019! Ivan Coyote! The Victoria Storytellers’ Guild is excited to present Ivan Coyote, the award-winning Canadian author and internationally acclaimed storyteller and presenter.  Ivan’s stories are inspiring, filled with Ivan’s generous heart, humour and humanity. Ivan Coyote in Concert: An Evening of Storytelling:  May 29th                                                                                         7:30 pm at the Belfry theatre, $25, https://tickets.belfry.bc.ca/TheatreManager/1/login?event=1083…

  • A Concert with Storyteller Hugh Cotton

    Tickets at Eventbrite $14 while they last. Hugh Cotton is a Toronto-based storyteller, originally from Hampshire in England. He has told stories in schools, markets, cafes and forests – and appeared in festivals from Brantford to Brazil.  He enjoys telling to listeners of all ages and audiences from 500 to 1.  His repertoire spans the globe but he has…

  • “It’s all in the Kilt” – The Stories of Scottish Teller Calum Lykan

    “There is just something about storyteller Calum Lykan. Call it charm, charisma or the x-factor, he has that intangible ne sais quoi that makes you want to listen to him for hours.” February 25th 7:30 pm – at Fern St – $15

  • Come Into My Parlour

  • Desserts & Storytelling

  • Running Deep – The Power of Water November 19

    Seventh Annual Canadian Storytelling Night – Soirée nationale du conte Prepare to immerse yourself. Water is the deep subject and theme of 2018’s Canadian Storytelling Night-Soirée national du conte (CSN-SNC.) “When we are born we are 90 percent water and as adults we are 70 percent. We are all born through water, and live with…