From the village of nothing much...
Let's get sleepy
Bedtime stories are like a soft landing spot for your mind. Rather than letting your brain race through the same thoughts youâve been chasing all day, we are taking a detour to a calm and comfy place. We tell the story twice and go a bit slower the second time. Each week, we support a meaningful non-profit organization. Explore the causes we've contributed to in past episodes.
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Closing Up for the Season, Part 1
Our story tonight is called Closing up for the Season, Part One and itâs a story about a day of chores at the Inn that starts off nice and slow.
The Secret Stair (Encore)
Our story tonight is called The Secret Stair, and itâs a story about a costume party on Halloween night at the Inn.
Doug the Pug and Dory in the Village for Halloween
Our story tonight is called Doug the Pug and Dory in the Village for Halloween, and itâs a story about an afternoon at the end of October in the Village Square.
All Hallows' Eve at the Inn (Encore)
Our story tonight is called All Hallowsâ Eve at the Inn, and itâs the third in our special Halloween series this year. Itâs about the Innkeeper and her trusty sidekick Sycamore as they ready the Inn for guests on a dark October eve.
The Moon and the Maker's Mark
Our story tonight is called The Moon and the Makerâs Mark, and itâs a story about a friendship born on an autumn day and plans made in the dark of night. Itâs also about quart jars and canned pumpkin, burnished copper and baking cookies and a soft spell made by loving hands.
Crows and Candles (Encore)
Our story tonight is called Crows and Candles, and it is the next in this monthâs special Halloween episodes. While it isnât at all a scary story, it is meant to be a bit of balm for those that are grieving, and if that feels too heavy for tonight, thatâs understandable; might I recommend The Leaf House instead tonight?
Slightly More Happens - October Oracles
Our stories tonight are some of my favorites. Weâll spend time at the Inn as the pumpkins are lit and the ballroom fills up with costumed neighbors. There will be cats in windows, a rumbling dumbwaiter, and a secret passageway thatâs sat shut up for ages. Weâll wander through the alleys at the Night Market and make friends with bump in the night.
The Corn Maze or The Say Yes Club (Encore)
Our story tonight is called The Corn Maze, or The Say Yes Club, and itâs a story about a trip out into the country as the leaves fall. Itâs also about the smell of dried corn stalks, kettle corn and wood chips, and finding a group of friends to have adventures with.
Paper Flowers
Our story tonight is called Paper Flowers, and itâs a story about a place to spend a cozy and creative afternoon. Itâs also about the magic of miniature things, having something to look forward to, and the fun of learning something new.
Autumn Ride (Encore)
Our story tonight is called Autumn Ride, and itâs about pedaling with friends under falling leaves. Itâs also about treats from the bakery, wrapped up and ready to share, rediscovering a pure feeling of joy out on the road, and a hoodie zipped up to your chin.
Stargazing in the Woods
Our story tonight is called Stargazing in the Woods, and itâs a story about a few days away from everything and at the same time closer to everything. Itâs also about flat stones for skipping, an old blanket spread under the night sky, and a realigned perspective to take home after the embers die.
The Big Day (Encore)
Our story tonight is about a wedding beside the lake on a soft September day. Weâll hear piano music drifting through the air and champagne corks popping as the whole Village gathers to celebrate love and savor the big and small moments before they slip away.
Coat Check at the Supper Club
Our story tonight is called Coat Check at the Supper Club, and itâs a story about a restaurant on the edge of the lake. Itâs also about a quiet corridor lined with numbered hooks and cubbies, carefully set tables, matchboxes, and bobby pins, and caring about giving your guests a place where they feel well taken care of, unhurried, and at ease.
Something Blue (Encore)
Our story tonight is called Something Blue, and it brings us a little closer to a much-anticipated event in the Village of Nothing Much. Itâs a story about autumn skies and turning leaves. Itâs also about a kitten wrapped in a shawl, star anise and peppermint, and letting yourself love again after loss.
Slightly More Happens - September Splendor
Our stories tonight are, if I do say so myself, such a treat. If you have ever wished to book a stay at the Inn of Nothing Much and watch the leaves change while sipping coffee from the back porch. If you love trains and journals and cats and trays of food sent up from the kitchen, these stories are for you.
Something Borrowed (Encore)
Our story tonight is called Something Borrowed, and itâs the next installment in our series leading up to a special day here in the Village of Nothing Much. Itâs a story about early morning at the Inn. Itâs also about pretty plates brought out of the pantry cupboards... cardamom and cinnamon... and remembering that you donât have to do everything on your own.
Moving In
Our story tonight is called Moving In, and itâs a story about a long drive in a packed car at the beginning of freshman year. Itâs also about paper cups of coffee, new towels and beloved memories, turning leaves on the commons and the tender adventure of growing up and letting go.
Something New (Encore)
Our story tonight is about a late summer bike ride that leads somewhere beautiful and unexpected, lily pads floating on the water, an X marked on a map, and the happiness of watching a friend begin a new season of their life.
School Supplies
Our story tonight is about marking the end of warm summer days with a little back-to-school shopping, choosing planners and paper goods, deciding which color folder belongs to math, and treating yourself to something new simply because it makes you smile.
Something Old (Encore)
Our story tonight is about a special gift discovered on a treasure hunt, taking the time to make something well, an embroidery hoop tied with orange ribbon, and finding stories and a little magic in objects passed down through time.