Around the World in Objects: A World-Building Adventure

What stories are hiding inside everyday objects?

Around the World in Objects is a playful, interactive storytelling adventure where participants work together to transform ordinary objects into extraordinary worlds.

At the start of the workshop, you'll receive a mystery object and a unique superpower. Working in small teams, you'll use your imagination to create characters, cultures, challenges, and adventures inspired by the objects you've been given. Along the way, you'll discover how objects can carry stories, memories, and meaning across generations and communities.

No writing, acting, artistic, or gaming experience is required. Whether you're a lifelong storyteller, a board game enthusiast, a creative thinker, or simply curious, you'll find a welcoming space to imagine, collaborate, and connect with others.

• Receive a mystery object and superpower
• Collaborate with a small team
• Build an imaginative world from scratch
• Create characters, stories, and adventures
• Share your world with fellow participants
• Explore how objects can connect people, cultures, and experiences

This workshop is designed for teens and adults who enjoy creativity, storytelling, games, imagination, culture, and meeting new people.

The event takes place at University City Regional Library, which is ADA accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs, please contact the library in advance so accommodations can be arranged whenever possible.

Nothing but your curiosity and imagination.

Free. Registration is requested as space is limited.

This program is presented by Listening Labs and supported through Culture Blocks, a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County and presented in partnership with the Arts & Science Council, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, and Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation.