NSA New England Chapter upcoming events

The Moth StorySLAM: Frenemies (10/27/2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

https://www.themoth.org/tickets/frenemies-9

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What is a StorySLAM?

The Moth StorySLAM is an open-mic storytelling competition in which anyone can share a true, personal, 5‑minute story on the night’s theme. Sign up for a chance to tell a story or sit back and enjoy the show.

Tonight’s Theme

FRENEMIES: Prepare a five-minute story about the razor-thin line between friend and foe. The relationships that drive you up the wall or the connections you can’t quite quit. Besties turned competitors. Teammates who steal the spotlight. Siblings who keep the score. One-upping neighbors and too-cool colleagues. Love to hate, or hate to love — it’s complicated!

Seating is not guaranteed and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before the show. Admission is not guaranteed for late arrivals. All sales final. We will not be selling any tickets at the door.

The Moth Mainstage in Boston: Tightrope (10/29/2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

https://www.themoth.org/tickets/the-moth-mainstage-in-boston-2

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One foot in front of another…

Join The Moth this fall for TIGHTROPE, an evening of extraordinary true stories about what happens when there’s no clear path — only the courage to keep moving forward.

Stories of balancing without a net. Trusting your gut. Taking the leap before you know where you’ll land. Of big gambles and near misses, quiet acts of bravery and glorious mistakes. Of sending the text, booking the flight, sharing the secret you’ve carried for years, and watching everything change.

The Mainstage tour is The Moth’s signature live show, featuring a carefully curated lineup of tellers — writers, artists, adventurers, community members, and unexpected voices — sharing true personal stories, told live and without notes.

Come spend an evening on the edge. One step can change the whole story.

The Moth StorySLAM: Home for the Holidays (11/03/2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT

https://www.themoth.org/tickets/home-for-the-holidays-8

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What is a StorySLAM?

Tonight’s Theme

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS: Prepare a five-minute story about embracing every aspect of the holiday season. From the chaos of family gatherings, an unexpected reunion, or a kick under the table to keep the peace. To the bustling meal preparations or take-out for one. The humor, the heartbreak, the tension, or nostalgia that connects you to your loved ones. Tell us about a moment that reveals what belonging — or not belonging — looks like. Cozy up and share the highs and lows that accompany the festivities. (Holiday stories from all seasons are welcome!)

Working Hard, Still Stuck: Why Your Speaking Business Isn't Growing and What to Fix First (11/12/2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The Moth StorySLAM: Keeping the Faith (11/17/2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT

https://www.themoth.org/tickets/keeping-the-faith-3

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What is a StorySLAM?

Tonight’s Theme

KEEPING THE FAITH: Prepare a five-minute story about that small, still, inner voice. Tell us about a time when you believed without seeing, threw a Hail Mary pass, or were surprised by a stranger’s kindness. Small miracles, deep rituals, storms weathered, and courses stayed. Were your beliefs sharpened or shaken along the way?

Deep Dive/Member Roundtable (SAVE THE DATE) (11/19/2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Get Paid To Speak: The 6 Essentials + Unforgettable Presentations + Own the Stage (12/05/2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Do you want to deliver a good presentation?

A great presentation?

Or an Unforgettable Presentation?

The process is different for each.

If you truly want you and your message to be UNFORGETTABLE, wouldn’t it make sense to learn from a coach who knows how?

Trying to be unforgettable without advice from an expert is like trying to assemble a new desk from Ikea without the directions and wondering why you have leftover 3 screws, 2 washers and a bracket!

In 2001 Darren LaCroix was tired of being average on the platform. He entered the speech contest against 35,000 contestants from 14 countries to take his skills to a level. His coach, World Champion Mark Brown, showed him what he had not known after being a presenter for seven years. Mark’s insights were essential to being unforgettable against some of the best speakers in the world. People still talk about Darren’s winning speech two decades later.

Do you have an Unforgettable coach? Join us and sit in the front row to be a sponge from Darren LaCroix.

Built to Book: Organizing Your Operations to Attract the Right Opportunities (12/12/2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 14:00:00 GMT

You’re hired for what you do on stage, but you stay profitable because of what happens backstage. Too many speakers hit a growth ceiling not because they lack talent, but because their "backend" is a mess of manual tasks and "duct-taped" systems.

This session is designed for visionary speakers ready to scale with intention. We will explore the three core growth phases every speaking business experiences and identify the operational priorities needed to move through them without adding unnecessary complexity.

What You’ll Learn:

Invest Wisely: How to choose the right systems, software, and support staff for your specific stage of growth.
Operational Alignment: Strategies to align your "backstage" infrastructure with your "on-stage" goals.
Exit the Weeds: Practical tools to step out of the daily administrative grind and embody your role as a thought leader.

Whether you are just getting started or are ready to hire your dream support team, you’ll leave with a clear roadmap to build an efficient, effective, and ideal speaking business.