At both the Friday and Saturday evening concerts, Octavia Sexton will tell stories from her repertoire which includes: 

 

JACK TALES

Jack Tales have been with us for about 800 years.  These stories came to the Appalachian Mountains from the British Isles when the Europeans began to settle here.  They are about a character named Jack who has amusingly fantastic adventures.  The stories have changed through the years to reflect the environment and cultural traditions that emerged among the mountain people.  

 

HAINT TALES

Haint tales are scary stories.  Haint is a dialect word derived from haunted.  Many of the scary stories she tells are stories that passed to her through her ancestors. They reflect the influence of European, African and Native American telling.  Several are her own creations.  

 

GROWING UP COUNTRY

Growing up in poverty within the Appalachian Mountains, combined with her unique life experiences, Octavia has created a compendium of stories ranging from the poignant to the hilarious.

 

Come both nights to hear a variety of Octavia's stories. Both evenings will include open mics, when anyone may tell a story. Both evenings will be appropriate for audiences of middle school ages - adults.

A conference registration includes both evening concerts. For those who wish to attend only the evening storytelling concerts, here’s what you need to know:

 

When?      Friday, Nov. 1, 7:00 - 9:00 

                        Saturday, Nov. 2, 7:00 - 9:00 

 

Where?     Greenbo Lake State Resort Park, 965 Lodge Road, Greenup, KY 41144

 

Cost?        $3.00 per concert - Individual

$5.00 per concert - Family (family = everyone living in same household)

 

How to       You’ll be able to purchase your ticket at the Registration Table.

purchase? Remember, if you have a Conference registration, your registration includes

both evening storytelling concerts.