Congratulations to the 2023 Certified Creative Facilitators!

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Congratulations to the 2023 Certified Creative Facilitators!
2024 Creative Facilitator Training Applications Now Open | Apply
Registration for 2024 Classes |See class schedule here
More Upcoming Events | See the full calendar

Congratulations to the 2023 Certified Creative Facilitators!

Congratulations to the 2023 Certified Creative Facilitators (top row, from left to right): Natalie Callahan, Amy Arnold, Tikva Kingrea, Sofia Navarro, R. Lyon Bergh, Torin Kexel, (bottom row) Mary Lasley, Megan Marascalco, and Lilly Danzis.

We are proud to present our first cohort of certified Inward & Artward Creative Facilitators—professionals who have completed an intensive creative facilitation training program grounded in creativity's convergence with personal narrative, mindfulness, and the human condition. Equipped with robust creativity-based facilitation tools, their certification signifies a commitment to empowering participants through transformative and dynamic creative experiences. We invite you to learn more about them and their unique offerings rooted in honoring the intricacies and psychology of the creative process as it pertains to all mediums.

MEET THE INWARD & ARTWARD FACILITATORS

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR THE
2024 CREATIVE FACILITATOR TRAINING

Story Parlor and Inward & Artward present: an interactive 18-week program on how to create and facilitate unique offerings rooted in the intersection of the creative process, personal stories, and the human condition. Tailored for folks interested in starting a new and fulfilling career path, or simply wanting to deepen and/or refresh their approach to holistic creative facilitation.

WHAT PAST PARTICIPANTS HAD TO SAY ABOUT THE TRAINING….

“The Creative Facilitator Training at Story Parlor changed my life. It was truly one of the best things I have ever done. It has enriched my professional and personal life in more ways than I could have ever expected. I don't say this lightly, or heap this kind of praise on everything I do. I just really feel that I experienced an incredible teacher with a powerful curriculum and a gift for sharing her deep insight and practice in a way that teaches participants how to bring out the creative talent that lives in themselves and others. It's magical!” - Torin K.

”The Creative Facilitator Training was a gentle but deep rub that freed the genie from the lamp inside my storyteller's heart. I am now empowered in my own art to not only have the career I've wished for, but to mentor others in seeing their wishes come true; like a wish for more wishes. It was simply magic." - Lyon B.

“The Creative Facilitator Training is a carefully-designed program led by an expert in creative facilitation. Participants learn, in supported step-wise fashion, about the psychology of creativity, strategies for overcoming blocks, how to use personal storytelling in creativity, and how to design and deliver impactful facilitated offerings. Students learn through experiential and didactic methods, and by contributing to group synergy. The result is not only confidence in one’s own facilitation abilities, but also enhanced understanding of the creative process and even personal self-awareness.” - Natalie C.

MORE DETAILS HERE

Happy Holidays, Asheville!

Over the past year and a half, Story Parlor has evolved into more than just a physical space—it has become a haven for creativity, a hub for storytellers, poets, and performers to weave their narratives and share their artistry with a captivated audience. Your enthusiasm, passion, and unwavering support have truly shaped Story Parlor into a thriving community where stories come alive, connections are forged, and the arts thrive.

THANK YOU for being a part of our story!

MORE UPCOMING CLASSES

Creativity Lab
Tuesdays, Jan. 9-Feb. 20, 2024

Only three spots left!| A seven-week exploration of the creative process, common blocks and obstacles, and ways to kickstart and sustain creative momentum, accompanied by the development of a creative project or idea.

REGISTER HERE

Creativity and the Enneagram
Mondays, Feb. 26-, 2024

(NEW!)|Offered through the Great Smokies Writing Program, this five week course explores ways to utilize the Enneagram personality system to boost
creativity. We will investigate both the individual fears and motivations that the Enneagram teaches, and their intersection with your unique creative process.

Story Lab
Tuesdays, March 5-April 23, 2024

A seven-week exploration of how our personal narrative and lived experiences can inform our creative projects. Classes will range from learning how to mine for material from our own lives, to re-authoring our personal narrative, and finally how to repurpose our stories for creative work in any medium. Appropriate for anyone wanting to explore autobiographical material in a creative setting.

REGISTER HERE

CLASSES

Class space is LIMITED to ensure an intimate experience.
These workshops always fill up, so sign up early.

Creativity & Story Lab Testimonials

“Whether you’re a writer, a painter, or a general maker, Creativity Lab has inspired my creativity and challenged me to become more intuitive and present in seeing the creative possibilities all around me.”

-Keith M.

“Story Lab was just what I was hoping for! A carefully crafted space to come together, build my own skills in the creative storytelling process, and learn from and with other members of the community. I feel grateful for this opportunity.”

-Emily B.

“Erin was a remarkable facilitator. She created a comfortable space while also challenging us to look inward at what was holding us back. I didn’t know what to expect—I hadn’t been in a workshop setting for many years—and found the Lab to be inspiring and energizing. I’ve been writing more than I have in years. I can’t say enough positive things about the experience.”

-Laura B.

Read more here

UPCOMING EVENTS AT STORY PARLOR

TONIGHT! | Thursday, December 7 | All Arts Open Mic
Held on First Thursdays, join this all-arts open mic presented by Story Parlor and Speakeasy Improv. Prepare a five minute original piece in whatever medium you so choose — storytelling, music, poetry, literature, comedy, dance — or simply come to enjoy and support the local arts community.

Sunday, December 10 | Great Smokies Writing Program: Writers at Home
The Great Smokies Writing Program presents “Writers at Home” celebrating the fall 2023 issue of The Great Smokies Review.

Thursday, December 14 | Listen to This: Stories and More on Stage
Listen to This is back for its final, holiday-inspired show of 2023, presenting an evening of true-to-life-stories (and more!), hosted by Tom Chalmers.

Friday, December 15 | Story Parlor Presents…. Story Mixer: Good Grief!
ONLY TEN TICKETS REMAIN! Join Story Parlor for an evening of stories, music, and performance about finding good in the grief, joy in the world, and hope for the holidays.

Saturday, December 16 |An Upstairs Downstairs Christmas Special
Speakeasy Improv Presents: Stand-up, Rap Battles, and Improv, oh my! You know we pulled out all of the stops for you (not as many as Santa, but close)!

Saturday, December 17 | Awakening to Death (Encore Show!)
In this exploration of death, both literal and figurative, five writers share stories on resilience, grace, and rebirth with an invitation to craft our own living legacies.

Friday, January 5 | An Evening of Classical Guitar, ft. The Avanti Guitar Trio
Presented by Asheville Classical Guitar Society, join this intimate evening of classical guitar, featuring the Avanti Guitar Trio.

SEE THE FULL EVENTS CALENDAR HERE

We are dedicated to delivering a space that serves the creative community of Asheville. From rehearsal space, workshops, table reads, film screenings, performances, and other intimate events, we have a fully flexible layout at Story Parlor, designed with the artist in mind.

Learn more about our Space Rental and Event Proposal opportunities.