We are proud to offer two powerful programs on Bullying Prevention at Dover Public Library this October by acclaimed storyteller, David Gonzalez.
The Power of Kindness
Saturday, October 20 @ 7:00 p.m. (Free and open to all ages)
This inspiring mix of world tales and personal stories addresses the culture of cruelty in our society. Through fables, myths, and stories from his own life growing up in a rough neighborhood, award-winning storyteller and educator Dr. David Gonzalez offers insights and strategies for cultivating compassionate relationships and communities. Register online at www.doverlibrary.org/register/ before Saturday for a chance to win a copy of the book Wonder by R.J. Palacio, or a copy of the DVD starring Julia Roberts!
Speaking to Youth – Bullying Prevention Strategies and Emergent Storytelling “Playshop”
Saturday, October 20 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. ($65 includes lunch, 5 CE Hours)
Dr. Gonzalez uses his in-depth experience with meditation, performance, teaching, and arts therapies in an anti-bullying workshop that incorporates: storytelling, creative writing, mindfulness training, and theater games. Participants learn compassionate action practices across the “victim-witness-bully” spectrum. The storytelling portion of his “Playshop” is based on his personally developed Confluence Model Curriculum: “The Four Rivers of Storytelling.” In this model the four distinct elements of communication: language, voice, gesture, and imagination, are seen as independent “rivers” which flow together – Confluence. Physical and vocal warm-ups and a fun array of theater games are used to teach the elements of the model. Participants get a chance to employ the new skills they have learned. Lots of fun, lots of learning. You will increase your storytelling skills, gather new tools for public speaking, and develop new strategies for deflecting bullying after a day spent with David Gonzalez.
Bullying Prevention performance & workshop Study Guide