Welcome to a Branches event. You might be wondering, “What is Branches and why is it called Branches?”
Well, we all know what a branch is: it’s the part of the tree that grows out of the truck. That is exactly what we are, a branch. We are all a branch of a story; all we’ve been doing our whole lives is telling stories.
There is so much wisdom and experience we can learn through storytelling. Branches is a storytelling event full of entertainment, fun, networking, community, and inspiration. 💙
What is the event going to be like?
This event takes place in the evening under the night sky with a fire for warmth, a stage, and ambient lighting. The theme for the night is “Larger than me.” We have an amazing and powerful selection of storytellers lined up from all different parts of life, from a wise elder of a community, to a coach, a comedian, and a former marine. All will be telling a story from their lives that has impacted them — and maybe give us insight into our own lives.
Who else will be there?
You won’t want to miss out on what we have prepared! But don’t think that they will be the only people you will get to listen and learn from. Guests will also have a chance to come up on stage and share a story about themselves as well. Details will be shared during the event.
There will be a musical performance along with encouraged topic(s) for guests to connect and converse about. We will have an amazing cook providing healthy, earthy snacks and drinks for us while the show goes on. This is a night for all in attendance to enjoy — whether you’re needing a night out, new connections, to be inspired, to laugh, or to network. 🤩
This will be a family-friendly event. Come hang out… you will be taking so much away from this!
No need to sign up before you join us for this event, though donations & sign-ups are accepted with gratitude.
Heatherlyn, Our Musician
Inspired by the irresistible way music can connect and carry us, Heatherlyn has built an international community around songs, poetry, and gatherings designed to pull listeners deeper into their own stories and the stories of others. Heatherlyn has had the privilege to serve with the organization PeaceJam, to perform alongside Nobel Peace Prize Laureates, to partner with women’s leadership organization. She has travelled with and performed in support of internationally recognized authors, on behalf of countless civic groups and social justice projects, and in partnership with faith communities around the world.
Crystal
Crystal’s greatest mission is to elevate the consciousness of the planet so that all may thrive harmoniously. As an Authentic Embodiment Coach, she helps women activate their power, passion, and purpose through their most radiant, authentic embodiment. She loves exploring human relational dynamics & energy mechanics, the subconscious, singing & dancing, & cats.
Guillermo Hernandez (Tata G)
Senior Research Associate in the Field of Child Development and Human Relations
Tata G is recognized as a Culture Promotor & Ceremonialist (creating ceremonies to honor life transitions) consultant, trainer, community organizer and family coach.
Ernest Cardenas
A homegrown California native, hailing from the heart of Long Beach. His 24 years of service in the United States Marine Corps took him all over the world. Ernest is currently the Program Director of the Training and Logistics Activity, SUAS Group1 Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) Instruction aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. Some say he is a natural-born leader (he prefers to think of himself as a coach). He is profoundly grateful for the endless opportunities to contribute something positive to individuals they will carry for the rest of their life.
James Treadway
James grew up in New York as a passionate athlete and very anxious teenager! He achieved his way into Harvard for college, developed chronic pain in his hands, discovered said pain was caused by perfectionism and repressed emotions, and took a year off from school to reconsider life. 19 years later, he’s blazing as passionately as ever down the trail of healing and growing, helping teens resolve social anxiety and running a tutoring company called Growth Wise. His life’s goal is to follow wherever the divine energy of the universe calls him to go.