The family-friendly event brought together the magic of storytelling, hands-on creativity, and meaningful conversation. Award-winning
Potawatomi storyteller and poet, Kaitlin B. Curtice, discussed the intersection of spirituality, identity and nature. Her vibrantly illustrated children’s books feature an Indigenous family sharing their gratitude and appreciation for Mother Earth. The four-part series celebrates the miracles, magic and gifts of nature in all seasons.
In the second hour, Curtice took the stage for a special reading and an engaging talk about the inspiration behind her children’s books. She also shared insights into Native American spirituality and its deep connection to nature, offering a meaningful perspective for attendees of all ages.
This event was ASL interpreted.
Watch a highlight video here:
Bill ’61 and Sue Ann Brown
David and Kathy Carlson
Tom Hinshaw — In Memory of Sandra Hinshaw ’66
Bob ’67 and Louise Epstein
Franklin Symphonic Council
Franklin College Chapel Wymer Lectureship Fund
Franklin College English Department’s Carlson-Stauffer Visiting Writers Series
Parkhurst Dining
For more information please contact the faculty event planning committee:
Professor Jim Alexander……………………………jalexander@FranklinCollege.edu
Professor Emeritus David Carlson…………..dcarlson@FranklinCollege.edu
Angelina Gonzalez…………………………………..agonzalez@FranklinCollege.edu
2025-26 Interfaith Understanding Through the Art of Children’s Literature pre-event press clip (PDF)
2025-26 Interfaith Understanding Through the Art of Children’s Literature post-event press clip (PDF)
2025-26 Interfaith Understanding Through the Art of Children’s Literature flyer (PDF)
Watch a highlight video from the 2023 event:
2023-24 Interfaith Understanding Through the Culinary Arts (PDF)
2023-24 Interfaith Understanding Through the Culinary Arts press clip (PDF)
2022-23 Interfaith Understanding Through the Art of Music Program (PDF)
2022-23 Interfaith Understanding Through the Art of Music Recording.
2020-21 Interfaith Understanding Through the Art of Poetry Program (PDF)
2020-21 Interfaith Understanding Through the Art of Poetry Recording
2019-20 Interfaith Understanding Through the Art of Storytelling Program (PDF)
2019-20 Interfaith Understanding Through the Art of Storytelling Recording