1. STORYTELLING FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING : AN OVERVIEW :

3. watchingthe slideshow gather a group (if possible) download the worksheet http://www.orton.org/resources/hs_handbook/storytelling 3. start the slideshow 4. pause and watch stories 5. complete the exercises 6. give us feedback

4. wherewe’re headed first half setting the stage definitions & context why storytelling matters values & issues challenges second half the tour

5. setting the stage When we dream alone, it’s just a dream. But when we dream together, it’s the beginning of a new reality. : Brazilian proverb : “ ” Original Photo http://www.flickr.com/photos/mattpettengill/2880947744/

6. {PAUSE} http://bit.ly/mnwt1o View Damariscotta’s Story : : to be human is to sharestories

7. definitions and context STORY thepersonal expression of our experienceswith placeandcommunity STORYTELLING the act and process of sharing and listening to story

8. story

9. {PAUSE} view Biddeford’s digital story : : http://youtu.be/p77OpPlN1Xg Biddeford’s Palace Diner

10. storytelling

11. why storytelling matters “ At first I was skeptical about telling stories and getting the feelings of the community. I thought,‘We kind of know all of that.’ As it has developed, I think that [storytelling] worked for a lot of folks in town,and it helps bridge that gap between newcomers and old-timers. Those activities worked. : Victor, Idaho citizen : ”

12. {PAUSE} view the slideshow celebration of stories : : http://tinyurl.com/starksborostories what can storytelling do for us ?

13. the storyspiral build trust listen celebrate share

14. imagine…

15. {PAUSE} exercise in storytelling : : map your connection

16. values and issues the cycle of stories in Damariscotta, Maine

17. story-to-values in Victor, Idaho

18. stories supportreflection anddialogue

19. story focus non-physical human community history cultural heritage spirituality physical built environment natural environments geography climate natural resources

20. {PAUSE} exercise in storytelling : : finding values in stories hand out 5 sticky notes per person think back to the stories you shared earlier each person write down, one to a sticky note, 5 values expressed through those stories stick all the notes to a wall (or tabletop) discuss what patterns emerge -- any surprises?

21. the many shapes and sizes of heart & soul stories

22. considerations Whatkinds of stories are you looking to gather? How will you gather the stories? How will the values and issuesbe identified? How will the values and issuesbe confirmed by the community? How will the stories be used to spark community dialogue & lead to concrete actions? How will you share, store and archive the stories? How will they live on? HOW WILL THE STORIES BE USED?

23. {PAUSE} watch Biddeford Voices : : http://bit.ly/lZpPcl storytelling brings in newvoices

24. storytelling creates connections

25. storytelling builds empathy

26. Wordle of values from Damariscotta storytelling event storytelling reveals our values

27. storytelling teaches us the consequences of our actions

28. storytelling can give ushope for the future

29. storytelling engages youth

30. storytellingtransforms planning

31. storytelling isaction

32. recap: what can stories and storytelling do for us? RECAP: What Can Stories & Storytelling Do for Us? lessons of the past realities of the present hopes for the future community engagement reconciliation sense of belonging

33. {PAUSE} discussion : : reasons for storytelling which of these reasons resonate with you and what you know of your community?

34. at the of a project, stories: celebrate community invite the full community to participate build trust and relationships highlight common ground identify values

35. in the of a project, stories: reach out to groups that have yet to participate bring groups together from across community divides continue to celebrate the community focus on specific values, themes and issues

36. at the of a project, stories: ground planning processes in community experience diffuse tension during challenging meetings celebrate community continue to engage the community gather detailed information about values & themes acknowledge and reflect on accomplishments promote action

37. challenges Original photo by http://www.flickr.com/photos/yinto/3213182939

38. moving beyond the past while honoring it

39. {PAUSE} view Golden’s digital story : : http://youtu.be/lSWqyQq6KMg Golden storiesfrom past to present

40. {PAUSE} discussion : : from the past to the future how does your town view the past? how might that impact planning for the future?

41. Original Photo by http://www.flickr.com/photos/h-k-d understanding the languages we speak what we mean by story | values | themes & issues

42. Moving Slow to Go Fast Orton Image Here moving slow to go fast

43. listening actively deeply objectively

44. thorny issues and difficult stories finding common ground

45. town-wide participation vs. volunteerburnout

46. finding the story asking great questions finding and entering the space within the story

47. {PAUSE} view Victor’s digital story : : http://bit.ly/kBNXqx youth interview with Hunter Grosse

48. {PAUSE} discussion : : storytelling challenges what are some challenges to anticipate in your community?

49. the tour matching stories to the project

50. {PAUSE} discussion : : storytelling examples share examples of community storytelling you’ve seen in action.

51. story circles

52. neighborhood and city-wide story circles site-specific events walking story circles celebrations thematic events

53. story circle challenges

54. story interviews

55. {PAUSE} view Golden’s video : : http://youtu.be/I6fMOmL1vzA Golden stories from past to present Golden, Colorado tells its story

56. story interview challenges

57. other audio stories personal narratives audio theater stories on-the-street interviews story tours the sounds of town community radio stories

58. pros and cons of audio stories they: they need:

59. visual stories visual artwork (exhibitions, murals, posters, quilts) slide stories postcards comics calendars locative installations Photo by Caitlin Cusack Starksboro’ssign project

60. multimedia stories text and image

61. solo stories Vermont Young Writers Project Essay Competition http://youngwritersproject.org/ Golden Stories on Community Almanac http://communityalmanac.org

62. who is listening? solo story challenges

63. not-so-expected stories list stories sounds of town Image-only stories poems, maps Story mosaics/quilts, wishing walls Wish book, traveling storybook a day in the life of the town story quests performance storytelling stories in the landscapekiosk bulletin board [murmur]-type project tours story boxes, story benches Original Photo by http://www.flickr.com/photos/jessedraper

64. {PAUSE} discussion : : first reactions to the story types which of these types seem like a possible match for your community? which do you want to find out more about? visual stories story circles story interviews text stories multimedia stories

65. story and community planning

66. There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about. : Meg Wheatley : “ ”

67. planning tips

68. unlock your potential www.orton.org