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"When we tell stories, we speak worlds into being."
Lorna has been telling stories professionally since 1985. She is
an award-winning storyteller, humanitarian, and author of the award-winning
"Medieval Tales That Kids Can Read and Tell." An
international storyteller, Lorna performs and presents workshops at
schools, libraries, museums, festivals, and conferences among other
venues. Her performances include traditional and original stories
and songs for all ages. She often incorporates music in her
programs.
Lorna specializes in Medieval and Colonial American studies,
Scottish tales and also works extensively with at-risk youth and
healing through story. She was nominated in 2004 for United Way and
Univera Health Community Hero Award and named Hopevale
Incorporated's Volunteer of the Year for 2005. Lorna holds a
certificate in trauma counseling.
In addition to her other accomplishments, Lorna is a keynote
speaker, workshop leader, artist, historian, and holds a Bachelor of
Science in Creative Studies for Young Children, as well as a Masters
in Special Education. Lorna is the founder and Executive Director of
Crossroads Story Center, Inc, a not-for-profit reaching at-risk
youth through storytelling.
She is a member of
Spin-a-Storytellers, National Storytelling Network, National Network
for Youth, Northlands Storytelling Network, League for the
Advancement of New England Storytellers, VASA, Scottish Storytelling
Center, the Healing Story Alliance, and the Society for Children's
Book Writers and Illustrators.
The National Storytelling Network honored Lorna with the 2006 Oracle
Award for exemplary leadership and service and significant
contributions to community through storytelling.
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Certified
in Trauma Counseling, Lorna uses harp for healing, works with
at-risk youth, abused women and children, and communities in
crisis. |
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