DECEMBER 2023
Friends of Storytelling Meet and Story Swap / ALSO FULL MOON STORIES
Held LAST TUES of each month (Zoom)- 7:30 Dec 26, 2023
JANUARY 2024
JANUARY’s THEME is “Sunshine Tales”
Tales that warm up the winter nights
with stories that bring light and joy
STORY SEEDS:
- Sunshine State Secrets – Explore legends, folklore, and hidden histories of Florida.
- Gulfstream Grips – Stories of the sea, beaches, and maritime life.
- Citrus Twists – Tales of unexpected turns, sweet and sour experiences.
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Saturday, January 13, 2024
2nd Saturday Story Swap
LIVE
The Factory / St. Pete @ 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Thursday, January 25, 2024
FULL MOON Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85496933629?pwd=cmFucU5Ea2VXQUxrTXltU2ZkTVhVQT09
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Last Tuesday Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81068352292?pwd=TURQRWZzdE1oNENiZitMUUpiZmRQZz09
FEBRUARY 2024
FEBRUARY’s THEME is “Love in the Palms”
Tales of love, romance, and connections
beneath the swaying palm trees.
STORY SEEDS:
- Love Birds & Gators – Romantic comedies, animal encounters, and quirky characters.
- Moonlight & Mangoes – Magical realism, surreal experiences, and tropical nights.
- Swamp Symphony – The Everglades, mysterious ecosystems, and stories of survival.
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Saturday, February 10, 2024
2nd Saturday Story Swap
LIVE
The Factory / St. Pete @ 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Friday, February 23, 2024
FULL MOON Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85496933629?pwd=cmFucU5Ea2VXQUxrTXltU2ZkTVhVQT09
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Last Tuesday Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81068352292?pwd=TURQRWZzdE1oNENiZitMUUpiZmRQZz09
MARCH 2024
APRIL’s THEME is “Everglades Escapades”
We dive into the mysteries and adventures
inspired by Florida’s unique Everglades
STORY SEEDS:
- Spring Break Frenzy – Coming-of-age stories, hilarious mishaps, and youthful adventures.
- Art Attack in Art Deco – Focus on Miami’s vibrant culture, artistic inspiration, and hidden corners.
- Space Coast Sagas – Science fiction, astronauts, and dreams reaching for the stars.
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Saturday, April 13, 2024
2nd Saturday Story Swap
LIVE
The Factory / St. Pete @ 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Saturday, April 20, 2024
FULL MOON Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85496933629?pwd=cmFucU5Ea2VXQUxrTXltU2ZkTVhVQT09
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Last Tuesday Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81068352292?pwd=TURQRWZzdE1oNENiZitMUUpiZmRQZz09
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Saturday, March 9, 2024
2nd Saturday Story Swap
LIVE
The Factory / St. Pete @ 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Sunday, March 24, 2024
FULL MOON Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85496933629?pwd=cmFucU5Ea2VXQUxrTXltU2ZkTVhVQT09
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Last Tuesday Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81068352292?pwd=TURQRWZzdE1oNENiZitMUUpiZmRQZz09
APRIL 2024
MAY‘s THEME is “Ocean Whispers”
We explore the vast stories of the sea,
from mermaids to maritime adventures
STORY SEEDS:
- Spring Break Frenzy – Coming-of-age stories, hilarious mishaps, and youthful adventures.
- Art Attack in Art Deco – Focus on Miami’s vibrant culture, artistic inspiration, and hidden corners.
- Space Coast Sagas – Science fiction, astronauts, and dreams reaching for the stars.
MAY 2024
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Saturday, May 11, 2024
2nd Saturday Story Swap
LIVE
The Factory / St. Pete @ 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Sunday, May 19, 2024
FULL MOON Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85496933629?pwd=cmFucU5Ea2VXQUxrTXltU2ZkTVhVQT09
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Last Tuesday Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81068352292?pwd=TURQRWZzdE1oNENiZitMUUpiZmRQZz09
JUNE 2024
JUNE’s THEME is “Summer Sizzlers”
Embrace the heat with tales
that sizzle and captivate under the Florida sun
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Saturday, June 8, 2024
2nd Saturday Story Swap
LIVE
The Factory / St. Pete @ 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Monday, June 17, 2024
FULL MOON Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85496933629?pwd=cmFucU5Ea2VXQUxrTXltU2ZkTVhVQT09
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Last Tuesday Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81068352292?pwd=TURQRWZzdE1oNENiZitMUUpiZmRQZz09
JULY 2024
JULY’s THEME is “Independence Legends”
Sharing stories that highlight independence, freedom,
and the spirit of the nation
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Saturday, July 13, 2024
2nd Saturday Story Swap
LIVE
The Factory / St. Pete @ 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
FULL MOON Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85496933629?pwd=cmFucU5Ea2VXQUxrTXltU2ZkTVhVQT09
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Last Tuesday Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81068352292?pwd=TURQRWZzdE1oNENiZitMUUpiZmRQZz09
AUGUST 2024
AUGUST’s THEME is “Tropical Treasures”
Discover hidden gems and tales of hidden wonders
within Florida’s tropical paradise
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Saturday, August 10, 2024
2nd Saturday Story Swap
LIVE
The Factory / St. Pete @ 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Monday, August 19, 2024
FULL MOON Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85496933629?pwd=cmFucU5Ea2VXQUxrTXltU2ZkTVhVQT09
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Last Tuesday Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81068352292?pwd=TURQRWZzdE1oNENiZitMUUpiZmRQZz09
SEPTEMBER 2024
SEPTEMBER’s THEME is “Harvest Harmony”
Explore stories of abundance, gratitude, and
the bounties of the harvest season
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Saturday, September 14, 2024
2nd Saturday Story Swap
LIVE
The Factory / St. Pete @ 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
FULL MOON Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85496933629?pwd=cmFucU5Ea2VXQUxrTXltU2ZkTVhVQT09
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Last Tuesday Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81068352292?pwd=TURQRWZzdE1oNENiZitMUUpiZmRQZz09
OCTOBER 2024
OCTOBER’s THEME is “Spooky Swamps”
Experience the eerie and mysterious side of Florida
with tales that send shivers down the spine.
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Saturday, October 12, 2024
2nd Saturday Story Swap
LIVE
The Factory / St. Pete @ 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Thursday, October 17, 2024
FULL MOON Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85496933629?pwd=cmFucU5Ea2VXQUxrTXltU2ZkTVhVQT09
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Last Tuesday Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81068352292?pwd=TURQRWZzdE1oNENiZitMUUpiZmRQZz09
NOVEMBER 2024
NOVEMBER’s THEME is “Family Feasts”
We share stories of family, togetherness, and
gratitude during the Thanksgiving season
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Saturday, November 9, 2024
2nd Saturday Story Swap
LIVE
The Factory / St. Pete @ 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Friday, November 15, 2024
FULL MOON Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85496933629?pwd=cmFucU5Ea2VXQUxrTXltU2ZkTVhVQT09
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Last Tuesday Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81068352292?pwd=TURQRWZzdE1oNENiZitMUUpiZmRQZz09
DECEMBER 2024
DECEMBER’s THEME is “Holiday on the Gulf”
We wrap up the year with festive stories
inspired by the holiday spirit in the Gulf Coast
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Saturday, December 14, 2024
2nd Saturday Story Swap
LIVE
The Factory / St. Pete @ 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Sunday, December 15, 2024
FULL MOON Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85496933629?pwd=cmFucU5Ea2VXQUxrTXltU2ZkTVhVQT09
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Personal Stories – Oral History Group
LIVE
Sunshine Center @ 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Last Tuesday Story Swap
ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81068352292?pwd=TURQRWZzdE1oNENiZitMUUpiZmRQZz09