It’s time for a story!!
The Story Doctor & Friends!
Next Event:
June 14: Hello Summer
When you have an “appointment” with The Story Doctor, you experience:
Storytelling
Say “AHHHH” and open your eyes and ears to stories that you will love!
Creative Drama
Get ready to bring your favorite stories to life and make them jump right out the book!
Play
Bring all your friends and your imagination to your appointment— we will laugh and learn together, all through play and the power of stories!
Next Event
June 14: Hello Summer
Let’s say “Hello!” to Summer together during a 90 minute storytelling workshop.
You will
- listen to stories: some in English and some in Spanish!
- Sing and move to music!
- Cool down with some mindfulness techniques!
- Play theatre games and drama activities!
- At the end of the show, you can make your own artwork to take home with you!
Recommended for children aged 4—10 years
Charles A. Brown Ice House
56 River St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
Saturday, June 14, 2025
10:30 am—Noon
Second Level stage
Accessible via stairs and wheelchair lift
Adults free entry with your child
Free parking available
10:15 am doors open
Upcoming Events
August 16, 2025
Back to School!
November 15, 2025
Let’s Be Thankful!
The doctor is in
Who is The Story Doctor?
Dr. Catherine Moore is an educator and storyteller who has been bringing stories to life with her students at Moravian Academy for nearly 20 years. She practices “Narrative Medicine” and has her academic degrees from Lehigh University, Northwestern University, and The University of Oxford.
To learn more about Dr. Moore and her Story Laboratory, you can watch her TedX Talk.
And Friends
Melika Matlack
Melika Matlack is a passionate educator with nearly two decades of experience inspiring learners to reach their full potential. She is dedicated to creating meaningful learning opportunities that equip students with the skills and confidence to thrive. Melika helped found the Spanish Immersion program at Moravian Academy in 2014 and has worked with students of all ages, from beginning to upper school.
John Whelan
John Whelan has many years of experience in the Early Childhood classroom, both as a teacher and librarian. He taught Kindergarten at Moravian Academy, Swain School, and for the Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District in New Jersey. John is a huge enthusiast of Mindfulness and Meditation and enjoys sharing the practice with students.
Moravian Academy Students
Student volunteers from Moravian Academy’s Merle-Smith Campus are ready to help your child with activities and fun. Students have expertise in the performing arts and specialize in kindness and care.
FAQ
What is a Story Workshop?
Story Workshop is an approach supporting young children’s literacy built upon on four pillars: the sharing of stories; immersion in the arts; time for play; and a focus on meaning-making.
What is Narrative Medicine?
Narrative Medicine is a field of wonder and play and stories. Stories are good for us when we read them, listen to them, and tell them to one another. Stories have the power to connect us, to help regulate ourselves, and keep our brains healthy.
In Barry Lopez’s Crow and Weasel, he writes, “The stories people tell have a way of taking care of them. If stories come to you, care for them. And learn to give them away where they are needed. Sometimes a person needs a story more than food to stay alive. That is why we put these stories in each other’s memories. This is how people care for themselves.”
What is Creative Drama?
Creative Drama is an educational and experiential form of theater that uses improvisation, movement, song, and play to explore academic subjects, boost social-emotional skills, and foster creativity and imagination.
What age is the story doctor and friends best for?
Recommended for children aged 4—10 years.
Can I drop off my child at the program?
No. A child must be accompanied by an adult during the program. There will be supervised activities, but a parent’/caregiver must be present for the duration of the show.
What will the level of interaction be for my child during the program?
It varies. Programming range from low activity levels (listening to stories, singing, responding) to high activity levels (movement, play, creative drama). You and your child can decide the activities that match your comfort level.
I am an adult bringing a child to the program, is there an admission price for me?
No. Each child’s cost of admission is $5.00. Accompanying adults are free.
Contact
Questions or concerns? Reach out to The Story Doctor and Friends.