Storytelling "Slam" At Second Reformed Church

     The second in a series of fast-paced storytelling hours featuring Pella-area residents, the Second Reformed Church Story Slam, is set for Thursday, February 15 at 7 p.m.
     Inspired by the National Public Radio program, “The Moth,” the story slam features five speakers who tell real-life stories from their experiences, with each story of the evening revolving around a common theme. Speakers cannot use a script and stories are limited to 5-7 minutes.
     This week’s theme is “I Changed My Mind.” The first Story Slam was staged January 25 with the topic of “Heroes,” while “A Complete Misunderstanding” is the topic for Thursday, March 8.
     Each event will be staged in the church’s Gathering Space near the north entrance and starts at 7 p.m. The church is located at the corner of Broadway and Liberty Street in Pella.
     There are five storytellers each evening. Among the upcoming storytellers are Rich Kacmarynski, Lynn Branderhorst, Dale Andringa, Paul Weihe, Rogelio Gomez, and Carol Weihe.
    The events are free and open to the public and include light refreshments. Contact the church office at 641-628-3982 for additional information.