Short Story Theatre Highland Park Arts Center

We had the privilege of joining the incredible Short Story Theatre community at the Highland Park Arts Center. Sharing a story is an act of courage, and we were so grateful for the enthusiastic audience that gathered to listen. Our piece, "What a High School Minimum Wage Job Taught Me," resonated in a way we never fully expected.

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The Adler Journal

We are thrilled to announce that our founder, Karrie McDermott, was featured in an article by the Adler Arts Center. Read about her inspirational story and her mission to preserve the legacies of women, one story at a time. The article highlights how her passion for storytelling began and how she's now collaborating with the Adler Arts Center on a project called "Women of Libertyville: In Their Own Words," which helps senior women record their life stories.

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Summer has always been a time for making memories – long days filled with sunshine, laughter, and adventures that become the stories we tell for years to come. Here at In Their Own Words , we believe these summer narratives, big or small, are incredibly precious. That's why we were absolutely thrilled to host "In Their Own Words: Stories of Summer" event!

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In 2023, In Their Own Words had the immense privilege of hosting incredible events with some remarkable storytellers, each with a unique story to tell. 2023 was a year defined by the powerful and beautiful stories of new beginnings and heartfelt endings, all shared with a remarkable sense of honesty and grace.

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