June Story Slam + Pop-Up Art Exhibit
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It’s a New Story Slam Cycle! 2026 - 2027
THEME: EVERYTHING, ALL AT ONCE
JUNE HOLDS MORE THAN ONE STORY. SOME OF THEM REFUSE TO STAY QUIET.
June holds multitudes — Pride, Juneteenth, Immigrant Heritage, Men’s Mental Health, and more. This month, we’re not choosing just one story. We’re holding them all.
"Everything, All at Once" is an evening of true, personal storytelling honoring the fullness of who we are — the joy and grief, the roots and becoming, the quiet struggles and loud celebrations.
JOIN US Friday, June 12th at BABS'LAB
An unforgettable storytelling showdown bursting with:
Tales + Treats + Libations.
Expect a lively mix of heart, humor, and surprise. Whether you take the stage or listen from the audience, you’ll experience the electric community connection that has made Story Slam one of BABS’LAB’s most beloved traditions.
THE AUDIENCE DECIDES
Step up to the mic or settle in as an audience conspirator — because the audience doesn’t just watch, they vote. At the end of the evening, you choose the winning story. Come ready to listen, feel, and choose.
STORYTELLER PRIZES
🎁 Winner’s Prize: Our first-place storyteller wins a $50 gift certificate to Castaways Vintage to Modern, an antique shop and record store offering art, furniture, gifts, boutique & more! It’s our Fave favorite place to dig for treasures.
✨ Second Place Winners Get Some Love!
Receives a $20 gift certificate to a favorite local Jacksonville spot.
Perfect Attendance = Prizes!� Audience members who attend all eight slams this season will receive a special prize at the Grand Slam.
AUDIENCE CAPTURES WHAT THEY SAID
A listening game where audience members jot down the lines that STICK with them. Quick and intuitive, it’s a practice in catching the art of words as they fly. Together, audiences help build a living “Wall of Quotes,” where standout lines from the night may find new life on a t-shirt, mug, or in our archive. (Inspired by Anna Jacobson, the Queen of Capturing lines)
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
DATE: Friday, June 12, 2026
WHERE: BABS’LAB, CoRK Arts District *Entrance located on Phyllis St. on the path between metal fence and palm tree across from Yellow House!
SHOW TIME: 8:00PM
ARTIST RECEPTION: 7:00PM
TICKETS: $18.00
https://www.barbaracolaciello.com/register/juneslambabslab-2026
ABOUT STORY SLAM
• 10 people's names are picked from the hat.
• Storytellers have 5 minutes each to tell a TRUE personal story based on a THEME.
• At the end of the evening the audience Votes for their favorite storyteller.
• Story must connect to the Theme.
• No notes. No props.
•Please no ranting, no preaching, no politicizing.
For more info: [email protected]
THEME: EVERYTHING, ALL AT ONCE
JUNE HOLDS MORE THAN ONE STORY. SOME OF THEM REFUSE TO STAY QUIET.
June holds multitudes — Pride, Juneteenth, Immigrant Heritage, Men’s Mental Health, and more. This month, we’re not choosing just one story. We’re holding them all.
"Everything, All at Once" is an evening of true, personal storytelling honoring the fullness of who we are — the joy and grief, the roots and becoming, the quiet struggles and loud celebrations.
JOIN US Friday, June 12th at BABS'LAB
An unforgettable storytelling showdown bursting with:
Tales + Treats + Libations.
Expect a lively mix of heart, humor, and surprise. Whether you take the stage or listen from the audience, you’ll experience the electric community connection that has made Story Slam one of BABS’LAB’s most beloved traditions.
THE AUDIENCE DECIDES
Step up to the mic or settle in as an audience conspirator — because the audience doesn’t just watch, they vote. At the end of the evening, you choose the winning story. Come ready to listen, feel, and choose.
STORYTELLER PRIZES
🎁 Winner’s Prize: Our first-place storyteller wins a $50 gift certificate to Castaways Vintage to Modern, an antique shop and record store offering art, furniture, gifts, boutique & more! It’s our Fave favorite place to dig for treasures.
✨ Second Place Winners Get Some Love!
Receives a $20 gift certificate to a favorite local Jacksonville spot.
Perfect Attendance = Prizes!� Audience members who attend all eight slams this season will receive a special prize at the Grand Slam.
AUDIENCE CAPTURES WHAT THEY SAID
A listening game where audience members jot down the lines that STICK with them. Quick and intuitive, it’s a practice in catching the art of words as they fly. Together, audiences help build a living “Wall of Quotes,” where standout lines from the night may find new life on a t-shirt, mug, or in our archive. (Inspired by Anna Jacobson, the Queen of Capturing lines)
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
DATE: Friday, June 12, 2026
WHERE: BABS’LAB, CoRK Arts District *Entrance located on Phyllis St. on the path between metal fence and palm tree across from Yellow House!
SHOW TIME: 8:00PM
ARTIST RECEPTION: 7:00PM
TICKETS: $18.00
https://www.barbaracolaciello.com/register/juneslambabslab-2026
ABOUT STORY SLAM
• 10 people's names are picked from the hat.
• Storytellers have 5 minutes each to tell a TRUE personal story based on a THEME.
• At the end of the evening the audience Votes for their favorite storyteller.
• Story must connect to the Theme.
• No notes. No props.
•Please no ranting, no preaching, no politicizing.
For more info: [email protected]
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Where is it happening?
603 King St, Jacksonville, FL, United States, Florida 32204
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Host or PublisherBABS' LAB, CoRK Arts District North
