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On the schedule
Inside the performance
Artist note
A sourced detail
Grown Folks Stories is a community-driven storytelling series produced by Cara Brigandi and Eric Williams of The Silver Room. The format invites everyday people to share five-minute stories in a two-hour event, creating a vibrant, unscripted tapestry of Chicago life. Hosted by Binkey, these nights celebrate voice, connection, and the power of personal narrative.
The live experience
What reaches the room
In Chicago, the series has become a trusted, recurring experience—often billed as 'Every third Thursday at The Promontory'—but events may appear in other venues for special editions. The collective is active across The Silver Room's social channels, including Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, where you can follow updates and past storytellers.
Onstage company
Documented collaborators
Grown Folks Stories blends community engagement with intimate storytelling. It’s not a music act, but a live event that emphasizes listening, shared humanity, and storytelling craft. Secure your seats for upcoming Chicago dates and join a night of candid storytelling you won’t forget.
The essentials
Note: Dates are listed as standalone events. If a date is listed as RESCHEDULED from a previous date, we will clearly indicate it on the event page. If a date is To Be Announced, we will mark it as Date to be announced. For the latest details, follow Grown Folks Stories on official channels and check this page for updates.
Grown Folks Stories was created by Cara Brigandi and Eric Williams of The Silver Room, a Chicago institution known for its community-focused arts and culture programming. The series centers real community voices, with host Binkey guiding the evening through a warm, conversational tone that invites storytellers to share memorable five-minute narratives. The collaborative model emphasizes inclusivity, accessibility, and the kind of storytelling that helps neighbors learn from one another.
Stay connected with Grown Folks Stories via The Silver Room’s social channels: - Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheSilverRoom - Instagram: https://instagram.com/TheSilverRoom - YouTube: https://youtube.com/TheSilverRoom
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