Cap’s Off to You! – Ella Jenkins (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story

Where do anyone start when it comes to Ella Jenkins? Almost every tribute focuses on her being born in St. Louis and then moving to Chicago. What is obvious is that she also moved into the homes of children and families across the country and world. She took a 4-string ukulele and wove magic. SheContinue reading “Cap’s Off to You! – Ella Jenkins (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story”

Cap’s Off to You! – David Ponkey (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story

David Ponkey, known as a pirate on the Sea Dog Deck at Renaissance Faires, was captivating and engaging no matter his role as storyteller, therapist, and teacher. Though, those who have a long history with Renaissance Faires and have passed on are said to have gone to the “SkyFaire.” People remarked that David had aContinue reading “Cap’s Off to You! – David Ponkey (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story”

Cap’s Off to You! – Vi Hilbert (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story

Vi Hilbert upheld the Lushootseed language (Coast Salish language from Puget Sound areas) as the last fluent speaker and elder of the Upper Skagit tribe. She told stories of and with this language for many decades. She taught at the University of Washington these skills from 1972 to 1987. A documentary featuring Vi Hilbert calledContinue reading “Cap’s Off to You! – Vi Hilbert (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story”