Upcoming Events
Do you have a story to share? The Scituate Education Foundation invites you to be part of this year’s Seaside Stories—an inspiring night of live, in-person storytelling.
About Seaside Stories
Held annually at the Performing Arts Center at Scituate High School, Seaside Stories brings our community together to celebrate the art of storytelling. This year’s event takes place on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Presenters will receive coaching and support through workshops and one-on-one sessions to perfect their stories and presentations.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking passionate storytellers to share an engaging, 8-minute tale. No prior experience is required—just a great story and a willingness to learn! Presenters must commit to:
Kick-Off Meeting:
Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Time: 7:00–8:00 PM
Location: Town Library
Meet fellow presenters, ask questions, and get ready for the first workshop.
Workshops:
Dates: Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2025
Time: 6:30–8:30 PM
Location: Black Box Theater, Gates Middle School
Receive coaching and feedback. (If you need to miss one workshop, please let us know in advance.)
Dress Rehearsal & Final Presentation:
Rehearsal: Friday, February 28, 2025 (evening)
Event: Saturday, March 1, 2025 (evening)
Collaboration & Growth:
Commit to crafting a compelling story, supporting fellow presenters, and gaining new skills and friendships.
How to Apply
Submissions are due by January 12, 2025.
To apply:
Record a voice pitch of your story idea.
Email your submission to info@scituateeducationfoundation.org.
Questions?
We’d love to hear from you! Contact us at info@scituateeducationfoundation.org.
Join us for this unforgettable experience of connection, creativity, and community storytelling!
Past Events
Scituate Education Foundation (SEF) held our spring fundraiser, Seaside Stories 2024, on May 4. This year, our beloved community storytelling event was co-emceed by Scituate’s own Lisa Rafferty and Mark Fenton. The performance featured 9 “ordinary” people telling real stories from their lives and of the forces that have moved them. Thank you to al| who came out to enjoy the show!
