Last Chance for 'Sundown Stories'

It's last call for ’s popular “Sundown Stories," a series of art-based fairy tales which wraps up tonight with Elaine Stanley telling the last two of the six Grimm’s fairy tales, illustrated by David Hockney.

Stanley will recount the peculiar and suspenseful story of “The Boy Who Left Home to Learn Fear” and the equally peculiar tale—but set in a glass mountain—“Old Rinkrank,” where once again, the princess is the only one in the story with any common sense.

Elaine grew up traveling and living throughout the United States, London and Tokyo. Her varied life experiences have added richness to the stories and poems she tells and she delights in connecting with people through storytelling. She is a graduate of the Dominican College Storytelling Program, and has been a professional storyteller since 1994.

“We have had so much fun with this series,” says Margie Maynard, , "These Sundown Stories have been so well received that we are hoping to continue with more family programming like this at the Museum.” 

The stories begin at 8:00 pm at the Museum, and the doors and galleries open at 7:30. The Museum Café will have hot chocolate, juice and cookies available, along with coffee and tea. Advance registration is encouraged. Bring a blanket to sit upon and snuggle in—PJs optional! This program is recommended for ages 7-97.

This program is free to children and $5 for adults, and is supported by the . Public programs at the Museum are part of the Calvin R. Vander Woude Lively Arts Series.

The Museum is located at 551 Broadway, one half block south of the Sonoma Town Plaza. For additional information and registration, call (707) 939-7862 or visit www.svma.org.