Open Mic Storytelling - Tales of the Town (May)

Thu May 07 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm UTC-04:00

Circuit | Windsor

Tina Huynh
Publisher/HostTina Huynh
Open Mic Storytelling - Tales of the Town (May)
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A monthly community storytelling night. Share a true story or simply listen. No pressure, no performance—just real people and real stories.
About this Event



Tales of the Town
A Monthly Open Mic Storytelling Night

Share a story or witness one. Tales of the Town is a space where every voice has a place.
Real stories. Real people.


What Is Tales of the Town?

Tales of the Town is a monthly, in-person open mic storytelling night held on the first Thursday of every month.

It’s a space created for honest human stories — the kind that don’t need to be polished, impressive, or wrapped up neatly.

This is not a performance.
This is not about being confident.
This is about presence, voice, and community.

You can come to:

  • share a true story
  • listen and witness others
  • or simply sit in the room and take it in

Listening counts. Being there counts.


What Makes This Night Different

Tales of the Town isn’t a typical open mic.

There’s:

  • no pressure to perform
  • no feedback or fixing
  • no expectation to be funny, profound, or polished

Stories can be:

  • short or unfinished
  • quiet or expressive
  • funny, tender, or still forming

This is a space where honesty matters more than delivery.


How the Night Works

Each gathering includes:

  • a grounding opening ritual
  • clear community agreements
  • open mic storytelling (optional)
  • space to listen and witness

Each month may feature a theme, but you’re always welcome whether your story fits it perfectly or not.

You never have to decide in advance if you’re going to speak.

This month's theme: TO BE ANNOUNCED


Who This Is For

Tales of the Town is for:

  • thoughtful, creative humans
  • people craving real connection
  • those curious about using their voice
  • anyone who wants to feel less alone

You do not need storytelling experience.
You do not need to prepare.
You do not need to share.


When & Where

📅 First Thursday of every month
📍 Circuit — 1055 Drouillard, Windsor, Ontario

Doors open early so you can arrive slowly and get settled.


Why People Keep Coming Back

People often leave Tales of the Town saying:

  • “I felt less alone.”
  • “I didn’t know I needed that.”
  • “It felt safe to be myself.”

It’s not about the stories themselves.
It’s about how it feels to be in the room together.


You’re Welcome Here

Whether you share a story or witness one,
whether you come once or keep coming back,
your presence matters.

Share a story or witness one.
Tales of the Town is a space where every voice has a place.

This event listing will be updated with the theme as we get closer to the date.




Agenda

🕑: 07:00 PM
Doors Open
🕑: 07:15 PM - 09:00 PM
Show Begins
Host: Tina Huynh
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Circuit, 1055 Drouillard Road, Windsor, Canada

Tickets

CAD 15.00

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