We had another entertaining and thought-provoking evening in the Community Shed, Alloa, on the theme of True Stories. We heard tales of sibling rivalry, encounters with bees, poems of a lost Scottish princess and memories, and we listened to the story of Ella Christie, female adventurer and founder of the Japanese Garden at Cowden. And our Lynne told her first ever tale!
Much laughter was shared on what turned out to be a dreich and rainy summer evening.
Our first session in July will take place in The Community Shed, Marshall house, Alloa FK10 1AB, at our usual time, 7.30pm – 9.30pm. Our theme is “True Stories”.
Why not join us for an evening of tales from near and far, of people and places, perhaps tragedies and celebrations. You might be tempted to share your own true story but listeners are also welcome.
Our next session will take place in The Community Shed, Alloa at the usual time (see above). Our theme is “Tales from the Road”.
So if you have a story, a poem or even a song to share on this loose theme or indeed any other theme, please join us for an enjoyable and often thought-provoking tales and conversation.
There was an excellent turn-out for our recent session, consisiting of long-term members and new attendees, who came to listen. Tales were told from Palestine, Ancient Greece, Coalsnaughton and even Tesco in Alloa! These stories featured genies, djinns, monsters, wee folk, a magical coo and, of course, ordinary folk. We also heard an opriginal poem and one of our newest tellers made her debut, reciting a Burns poem.
Yet another fantastic evening of good company, terrific tales and pithy poems to warm the heart, provoke discussion and cheer the soul.
Our next meeting is on the date above in The Woolpack, Tillicoultry at the usual time (see above). Our theme for this session is “Changes” and some of our storytellers have already chosen their tales to tell. Expect some poetry, too and perhaps even a song.
Everyone is welcome to tell a tale based roughly on our theme or on any other topic – our themes are just a guide. Those who prefer just to listen are also very welcome as a story can only be improved by the addition of an audience.
Hope to see you there!
We had a full house once again at our first May meeting in the Community Shed, Alloa, when our theme was “The Wee Folk”.
We listened to stories about Wee folk, or fairies, from Clackmannanshire to Tipperary to the Appalachian Mountains. We heard about Red Cap, Blue Jacket, the Fairy King and Queen. We heard of the good and bad deeds of fairies, of dances, smuggling and kidnapping. We heard a poem about how it feels to be small in stature and a true story from when one of our group was a wee boy.
Another enjoyable evening was had by all.
Our next meeting will be held in The Woolpack, Tillicoultry and the theme is “Beltane”.
Beltane is the Gaelic May Day festival, marking the beginning of summer. It is traditionally held on 1 May, or about midway between the spring equinox and summer solstice.
Come and join us to hear stories, poems and possibly even songs around this theme. It’s sure to be a captivating evening.
An entertaining evening was had by members old, new and returning at the Community Shed, Alloa.
The evening began with the host, Oor Gail, sharing April Fools stories from 2026, then we warmed up by playing “two truths and a lie”.
We heard original poems and a well-known folk song, “Where Have All the Flowers Gone” as well as tales of Persephone, the origin of midges, “The Willow Tree”, “The Bluestone of Crail”, how the hare restored the sun to the sky amongst others.
We had a full house at our storytelling meeting with the theme of “Beltane”, with many stories and poems told – so many that it was a struggle to fit them all in!
From original poems about spring and family feuds to tales of hares, crabs, tramps and tailors, to traditional stories of the Scottish Queen of Winter, fairies and those who live alongside them, a most entertaining and enlightening evening was enjoyed by all.
STORYTELLING SESSION REVIEW: WEDNESDAY, 18TH MARCH, 2026
We had a healthy turn out for our most recent session which had the theme, “A Spring in your Step”. We heard an original poem, “A Spring in your Step”, tales of maidens, magic, mayhem and green mist, true tales, myths and legends.
As always, a most enjoyable evening was had by all in the welcoming environs of The Woolpack, Tillicoultry.
STORYTELLING SESSION: WEDNESDAY, 18TH MARCH, 2026
Our theme for our next gathering is “Spring in Your Step”. We have a plethora of stories and poems to share on this loose theme, so please join us for an uplifting evening which is sure to make you feel ready for Spring. All are welcome to come and listen or perhaps tell your own tale.
