General Information
Airport Transportation
It is approximately a one hour drive from the Salt Lake City International Airport to the Orem/Provo area. For shuttle service, contact Xpress shuttle at (800) 397-0773 or www.xpressshuttleutah.com.
Lodging
For lodging and dining options, visit www.utahvalley.org or call 800-222-UTAH. Discounted room rates are available for Concert attendees at:
Orem TownePlace Suites by Marriot
$85 if reserved by January 20, 2012.
Includes complimentary breakfast and shuttle service.
(801)225-4477 or click here.
Super 8 Motel
$59 includes complimentary breakfast.
This motel is within walking distance to the BYU Conference Center.
(801)374-6020 or click here.
Location and Parking
The Timpanogos Storytelling Conference is held at the Brigham Young University Conference Center in Provo, Utah. Parking is available free of charge in visitor parking lots on the BYU campus. See schedule for evening concert locations.
Credit Requirements
You can receive college credit for El Ed 589R or Sec Ed 589R through Brigham Young University. For an additional $30 posting free and attending at least 6 1/2 hours of Conference events, you will receive 1/2 credit hour, or attend 13 hours and receive 1 credit. Course requirements are available here, and information will be provided upon receipt of registration with the credit option selected.
Substitutions and Cancellations
A $10 fee will be assessed for each refund requested. All refunds must be requested in writing and no refunds will be made after the start of the Conference. You may arrange for a substitute to come in your place without penalty at any time.
Who May Attend
The Storytelling Conference is open to anyone aged 13 and above. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate nursing infants or young children in any workshop.
Youth Storytellers
The Conference includes a workshop for youth ages 9-18. They will join with national storyteller Bil Lepp and this year's National Youth Storytelling Showcase (NYSS) participants to explore writing great stories. Young storytellers are invited to join us on Saturday, February 11 at 2:30pm at the BYU Conference Center. Registration is limited so register early. Purchase tickets here. Participants and members of the general public are invited to attend the free NYSS concert immediately following the program.
BYU Campus Policy
While on the Brigham Young University campus, attendees of conferences and workshops are required to adhere to BYU standards of conduct (modesty in dress and conduct and abstinence from alcohol, tobacco, coffee, tea, and harmful drugs).
ASL Interpreters
Call (801)229-7436 by February 7, 2012 to schedule an American Sign Language Interpreter.
Sponsors
The Timpanogos Storytelling Midwinter Storytelling Conference is sponsored by Brigham Young University's Department of Theatre and Media Arts and the Division of Continuing Education.
Early Bird Discount
Register for the full Midwinter Conference event before January 30, 2012 for only $135 (a $15 discount).
BYU Tuition Benefits
If you are eligible for BYU tuition benefits, mail registration form to:
BYU Conferences and Workshops
Attn: Storytelling Conference
120 Harmon Continuing Education Building
Provo, UT 84602
Student Rate
Applies to any high school or college student with valid ID. Select the student option when registering for conference events.
Registration Options
You can register online, by phone, by mail, or in person using VISA, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit/debit cards. If paying by check, make the check payable to Timpanogos Storytelling.
- Click here to register online.
- Call (801)229-7436 to register by phone
- Send registration form by mail to:
Orem Public Library
58 North State Street
Orem, UT 84057 - Register anytime in person at the Orem Public Library or at the BYU Conference Center beginning at 7:30am on Friday, February 10, 2012
FERPA Policy
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects the privacy of your educational record. In order to be in compliance with FERPA, we require verification of your identity before releasing any personally identifiable or educational information.