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 Storytelling: The Art of Connection Join us for an inspiring keynote with Kiran Singh Sirah, internationally renowned storytelling artist, folklorist, and peacebuilder — and the 2025 Community Artist Grant recipient for the Arts + Culture Alliance’s Gather ‘Round the Table: Stories of Marshalltown initiative.

Storytelling has tremendous power to transform the way we see ourselves and one another. In this engaging talk, Kiran will explore the artistry of storytelling and how it can help build stronger, healthier, and more connected communities.

Discover how stories shape our understanding, bridge our differences, and bring us together — not despite those differences, but because of them.

Thank you to our amazing supporters and sponsors: Member's 1st Community Credit Union, IADG Community Foundation, and Marshalltown YMCA/YWCA.

 Date: Thursday, November 13th, 2025   Time: 5:30-7:30 PM (1-hour Keynote starting at 6 PM, with Q&A and time to connect) Location: ACA - 126 W Main St, Marshalltown    Free and open to all! Beverages & snacks provided.

Come be inspired by the power of story — and the shared humanity that connects us all.

Questions, Contact Amber Danielson: director@artsandculturealliance.org.

Learn more about this project: https://artsandculturealliance.org/portfolio/gather-round-the-table-stories-of-marshalltown/