Current and past caregivers are invited to participate in the next of our free Art of Unburdening workshops on Wednesday, March 18, with storyteller Kara Kemp. The workshop will be held at First United Methodist Church in Murfreesboro and is open to everyone, regardless of prior storytelling or writing experience.

You’ll be given “room to bloom” in this gentle, welcoming workshop that will help you set down what you’ve been carrying and reconnect with what wants to grow. Through guided prompts, creative expression, and supportive listening, participants are invited to explore moments of care, love, fatigue, resilience, and quiet strength of the stories we carry. There is no pressure to perform or polish. Stories may arrive as words, fragments, images, or feelings. Rooted in the belief that storytelling can be both restorative and connective, this workshop creates a “soft landing” space where individuals are seen, heard, and supported by community. Together, we will practice unburdening, not to fix or resolve, but to breathe more fully and remember we are not alone. 

Learn more and register at rutherfordartsalliance.org/care

ABOUT THE TEACHING ARTIST

Kara Kemp served as the 2023–24 Murfreesboro Performing Arts Laureate and is creator of United We Style, a nationally recognized storytelling fundraiser. With over 30 years of experience in the arts and nonprofit sectors, Kara specializes in crafting experiences that foster emotional connection, authenticity, and community healing. She co-produces Bloom Stage, a multi-genre storytelling series that uplifts diverse voices and encourages personal narrative as a form of transformation. Known for creating brave, inclusive spaces, Kara’s work blends creativity and care across disciplines.

Image courtesy Kara Kemp.

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