George Washington Carver was an American agricultural scientist, botanist, and inventor. You most likely heard about him in school, but not the entire story of his life. He was enslaved from birth, became free only to experience the struggles caused by segregation. But Mr. Carver accomplished so many extraordinary things despite being born into a world that afforded him few opportunities. We share his story on one of our Hidden Heroes of History episodes on the Dorktales Storytime Podcast. The link to listen on your favorite podcast app is HERE, or you can listen via the player below. You [...] Read More about 5 George Washington Carver Facts to Spark a Child’s Curiosity!
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Dorktales Storytime at San Mateo County Libraries
I love libraries! As a kid, they were my sanctuary and a place where I could discover stories about dinosaurs (especially T-rex) and my favorite comics and graphic novels. I also enjoyed the great shows by storytellers, magicians, and musicians who filled my imagination with delight. This summer, I'll be the storyteller performing at San Mateo County Libraries with Dragon Theatre. We'll be featuring my original Dorktales followed by fun theater games and activities. Our first stop was the Foster City Library (above) where parents and children enjoyed "The Three Little...Hogs?!" Afterwards, [...] Read More about Dorktales Storytime at San Mateo County Libraries
A Creative Life…John A and Joan Dieball
Many of Jonathan Murphy's friends and family LIVE a creative life! Here's a look at... John A and Joan Dieball, Jonathan's grandparents and his source of creative inspiration, unconditional love and support. To many, it seems that John Dieball is a true left brainer, strategic thinker, and number cruncher. He graduated from Pepperdine University, got his CPA, and eventually founded his own tech and security companies. But John (or John A as we like to call him), played the piano on early television and in ballet classes, pizza pubs, theater variety shows...anywhere he could make some money [...] Read More about A Creative Life…John A and Joan Dieball
A Creative Life…Uncle Frank and Jack Benny
Many of Jonathan Murphy's friends and family LIVE a creative life! Here's a look at... Frank Remley, a guitarist, performer for, and best buds with the legendary Jack Benny. Frank was Jonathan's great, great uncle who played in the famous Phil Harris (a.k.a Disney's Baloo!) Band and was a part of the orchestra for the Jack Benny Television Show. He and Benny, and their wives, traveled the world together. Jonathan's family recently discovered that the Boston Library had several letters in their archives between Jack and Frank, who corresponded regularly. Frank was one of the few people who [...] Read More about A Creative Life…Uncle Frank and Jack Benny