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 you’ve 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.
Also, listen on –
Paper Flowers
Our story tonight is called Paper Flowers, and it’s a story about a place to spend a cozy and creative afternoon. It’s 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 it’s about pedaling with friends under falling leaves. It’s 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 it’s a story about a few days away from everything and at the same time closer to everything. It’s 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. We’ll 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 it’s a story about a restaurant on the edge of the lake. It’s 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. It’s a story about autumn skies and turning leaves. It’s 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 it’s the next installment in our series leading up to a special day here in the Village of Nothing Much. It’s a story about early morning at the Inn. It’s also about pretty plates brought out of the pantry cupboards... cardamom and cinnamon... and remembering that you don’t have to do everything on your own.
Moving In
Our story tonight is called Moving In, and it’s a story about a long drive in a packed car at the beginning of freshman year. It’s 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.
The Ferry Landing, Part 2
This is a story about a trip across a river at the end of the summer, it’s also about a song playing from the jukebox, a roadside sign missing a few letters and taking a chance on love.
Special Delivery at Weathervane Farm (Encore)
Our story tonight is called Special Delivery at Weathervane Farm, and it’s a story about getting chores done in the farmyard on a summer afternoon.
The Ferry Landing, Part 1
Our story tonight is called The Ferry Landing, Part 1, and it’s a story about a river, and the island on the other side of it.
On the Street Where You Live - Chapter 7
Our story tonight is called Summer Feast, and it’s a story about a meal eaten on a blanket spread over the grass. It’s also about shapes spotted in the clouds, whistle weeds, and taking the time to savor some favorite flavors.
Summer Feast (Encore)
Our story tonight is called Summer Feast, and it’s a story about a meal eaten on a blanket spread over the grass. It’s also about shapes spotted in the clouds, whistle weeds, and taking the time to savor some favorite flavors.
Slightly More Happens - August Abundance
Our stories tonight are about savoring the abundance of late summer, from overflowing gardens and farmers’ market stalls to heavy rains, nights around the bonfire, blankets on the grass, and the sweet, fleeting moments before fall arrives.
Pool Day (Encore)
Our story tonight is called Pool Day (Encore), and it’s a story about a cool dip in the water on a hot summer day. It’s also about the tiled walls of the changing rooms, broad open umbrellas, and rows of lounge chairs. A book by your side, droplets on your skin, and the heavy sleep that swallows you up after a day in the sun and water.
Caught in the Rain
Our story tonight is called Caught in the Rain, and it’s a story about a boat ride as the summer winds down. It’s also about horseshoes and fresh, clean beach towels, the quiet rocking of the waves, the space between dreams and awareness, and the rush of cool air and dim light that comes with a summer storm.