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- Elaine Stanley
“Weaver of Stories for Head, Heart and Soul”
Elaine grew up a twin in a happy and active family. Her Father was in the Air Force, so the family moved about every 2 to 3 years. Growing up throughout the United States as well as London England and Tokyo Japan. For over 20 years she taught self defense in the martial art of Kodenkan Jujitsu. Learned American Sign Language, and was an interpreter in the California Community Colleges for several years. Also has been a hospital X-Ray technologist for 42 years, These varied life experiences have added a richness to the stories and poems Elaine tells, that touch a universal cord.
Elaine has been a professional storyteller since 1994. A storyteller for all ages, and a graduate from the Dominican College Storytelling program, she delights in having fun with stories and people. Enhansing her stories with facial expressions, body movement, American sign language, and enthusiasm.
50th Birthdays, white water rafting trips, garden partys, schools, libraries, parks, botanical gardens, beaches, senior residences, and Tellabrations have been some of Elaine’s favorite venues. A highlight of her storytelling experiences, was being a delegate with the People to People Ambassador Program and the National Storytelling Association’s delegation to Gengcun China in 1997, and again with NSN in 2002, 2006 and again in 2007 as a part of a documentry team.
Elaine loves to travel and share her stories and poems. Having fun with stories, she hopes others will be encouraged or infected by a contagious desire to want to retell stories they’ve heard or read, or tell their own stories.
Affiliations:
National Storytelling Network
Storytelling Association of Alta California.
Bay Area Storytelling Festival Committee,10+ yrs.
Elaine has a Cassette Tape or CD of stories available for order – “Favorite Stories”
CONTACT INFORMATION: Elaine Stanley
436 Hudson St.
Oakland Ca. 94618
(510) 597-0416
EStanley13@aol.com
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I know that the experience that we shared in China is one which will last a lifetime. I'm really think I can go on the China trip...i'm geing ready to raise money this fall. Although it will be during my senior year, I can' miss such a great opportunity.
What was it like for you returning to China?
Unfortunately, I had to move away from my Chinese tutor...but I'm still hoping to start up again during the school year. I was hoping to see you at the conference, but maybe next year!
~Chloe
Welcome to Professional storyteller! I looked at your home page... your art and sense of design is beautiful, and appealing!!! I look forward to meeting you some one of these days! Maybe, a National conference sometime in the future, as I'm unable to attend this years Conference. Agaain, WELCOME!! and Good...Stories...Elaine
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rick
it was great meeting you this weekend. I had a blast at the festival- you all put on a great show down there. Everyone is so wonderful! Hope to see you again soon- either in Oakland or up here.
welcome again
Buck
Welcome to Professional Storyteller! Don't you just love being a storyteller? You must know Ruth Stotter... We need to get her on the site. I hope you enjoy exploring the site. Check out some of the groups and make some friends. Have fun!
Warmly,
Dianne de Las Casas
Founder of Professional Storyteller
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