Kansas Storytelling Festival
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A weekend to celebrate stories and the art of storytelling - from the fables that we learned as children to the retelling of poignant moments in history as well as tall tales humor and lots of music. Educational workshops and swapping grounds are available for those who desire more than just pure entertainment.
Kansas Storytelling Festival
Phone : 785-454-3808 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : lgyost@ruraltel.net
Web: www.kansasstorytelling.com
Storytelling
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