Flathead Story Concerts

Public Speaking for Storytellers - FVCC Spring Continuing Education (3-session course = 3/21-4/18)

Date & Time

Sat, Mar 21 2026 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

(GMT -06:00)

Venue

Flathead Valley Community College, Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT, USA, United States
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Event Details

Learn to craft and tell a personal experience story live with Flathead Story Concert coaches Barbara & Glenn Schiffman in 3 Saturday sessions -- then share your story live (optional) on National Tell a Story Day 2026!


When: 3 Saturdays = 3/21, 4/11 + 4/18 - 10AM-4PM

(40 minute lunch included; brown bag recommended)


In only one month, learn to craft a 7-minute essay using a simple 4-part story structure (similar to the format used by The Moth Radio Hour), then practice 3 key speaking skills to make your story memorable. If you wish, you can also share your story live at special 4/27 Flathead Story Concert!


No prior writing or public speaking experience necessary.

Limited to 10 students; online registration begins Tues 1/14.

Senior discount available for 65+ students.


Info & Registration at: https://campusce.fvcc.edu/fvcc/category/category.aspx


OPTIONAL - SPECIAL EVENT: You will also be invited to share your finished story live with fellow Spring course students in a free public event hosted at FVCC by Flathead Story Concerts and FVCC Continuing Education department on National Tell a Story Day 2026 = April 27th!


According to Barbara: "In 2023, at the end of our first storytelling course at FVCC, 65 Listeners (friends, family and Flathead locals) heard inspiring personal experience stories told live by 8 FVCC students on National Tell-A-Story Day. We expect even more story fans to attend this year!"


More info: email Barbara Schiffman at story23fvcc@gmail.com


Or call her at 747-238-0038 with question.


Get more details and registration links (sign-up opens Tues 1/14) at fvcc.edu site:

https://campusce.fvcc.edu/fvcc/course/course.aspx?catId=18

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Are you a story fan? Hear amazing and inspiring true personal experience stories at our live community events at venues around Flathead Valley (Montana) -- or attend our storycrafting workshops to learn tips for telling your own!