Mary Ellen Hill ~ Storyteller & Teacher
Logo created by Paloma Mood, FAD PAD Student, age 10.
Listen to Logan Vincent, a talented Laney college student
whom Mary Ellen has known since his pre-school days, interview Headmistress ME about her Stariwtz class.
Friday Drop-in Fabric Arts Class
Beginning Friday September 5!
This will be a time to explore a wide variety of activities to do with fabric and thread.
Hand-sewing, Mending, Making hats, Embroidery, Decorating and Refurbishing clothing.
Fabric painting, How to Sew on a Button and More! (I do not have a sewing machine. )
This is different from an enrichment after-school class - you can come any time you want,
come to any class you want and do not have to sign up for a certain number of weeks.
September: 5, 12, 26 NO CLASS on 9/19
October: 3, 10, 17, 24 NO CLASS on 10/31
November: 7, 14, 21 NO CLASS on 11/28
December: 5, 12, 19 NO CLASS on 12/26
For K-8th grade. 8 spots available.
Timing: arrive after-school and stay until 6:30. Can leave earlier.
Fee: $60 per class, which includes all supplies.
Read More...FAD PAD Enrichment Classes
Fall 2025 Holiday Camps: 9:30-3:30, $100 each day.
Harvest Fest: September 1, Monday
Harvest and taste garden herbs, create herbal sachet, make herbal sun tea.
Trash to Treasures Day:September 19, Friday
Create amazing art from recycled and old stuff.
Fall Fun Day: October 13, Monday
Harvest, eat and plant seeds and bake an autumn treat!
Harry Potter Fall Fun: November 11, Tuesday
Attend potions, divination and charms classes, spider hunt and act out your favorite Harry Potter scenes.
Appreciation Days: November 24, Monday and 25, Tuesday
Creating name place cards for your Thanksgiving feast and other holiday decorations,
making tasty
autumn goodies, cracking nuts, planting and taking home flower bulbs.
Holiday Fun Days: December 22, Monday and 23, Tuesday
Create magical sun decorations, make holiday cards, bake holiday treats, act
out holiday stories plus winter garden discoveries.
Read More...FAD PAD Holiday Camps
Adoptees Connecting Club (ACC)
7 Saturdays ~ $800
October 4, 2025, November 1, 2025, December 6, 2025
February 7, 2026, March 7, 2026, April 4, 2026, May 2, 2026
1:00pm - 5:00pm
This session is for adopted children who want to share and explore their adoption in a supportive and playful way with other adoptees.
All members will have many opportunities to celebrate their particular life journey as an adopted person
through various art and craft forms: writing, drawing, storytelling, creative visualization and drama.
Mary Ellen was adopted as an infant and has been exploring adoption in various creative ways for many years.
Read More...Adoptees Connecting
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NEW OFFERING
I would be delighted to offer storytelling to enhance your next Zoom meeting, party, celebration, and/or family gathering!
Please contact me to help you create a tailor made performance specific to your needs.
Earth Day Virtual Celebration
Featuring Mary Ellen Hill,
Led by Pastor Laurie Manning
April 22, 2020
Skyline Community Church of Oakland, CA.
Great Books About Our Precious, Unique & Beautiful Home, Earth!
Mary Ellen's Suggested Bibliography
Mary Ellen is happily accepting donations in support of her work as a Storyteller for 30 years!
*There are 4 ways to make a donation*
| 1. Make a check out to and mail it to: Mary Ellen Hill, 7548 Circle Hill Drive, Oakland, CA 94605. |
| 2. Use your own Pay Pal account and pay under the family and friends button to mehstories@gmail.com. |
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3. Use VENMO on your phone. I am listed as Mary Ellen Hill @ MaryEllen-Hill-4.
There is also a photo of me that is the same photo that is on the homepage of my website, 510-219-3474. 4. PayPal |
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* Homeschool Classes
* Adoptees Connecting ACC
* After School Enrichment Classes
* Classes and Retreats for Adults
Mary Ellen Hill, FAD PAD Creator and Director, Headmistress, Professional Storyteller~
Supporting creativity, joy and love of Earth for over 30 years!
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For all ages and occasions.
Multicultural folktales, creation myths, and fairy tales.
My speciality is:
We Are the Stars That Sing: The Story of The Universe
A magical weaving of science and myth.
For ages 5 to 12.
Grades K- 6th grade
Innovative and exciting classes and camps
in a homey setting.
School holidays and summer schedule.
For ages 5 to 12.
Grades K- 6th grade
Specifically designed for homeschool students.
Hands on learning in a small group setting.
Weekday classes.
Adoptees Connecting ACC
For ages 6 to 14.
Clubs and camps for adopted children
who want to share being an adoptee
in a safe, supportive and playful setting.
Saturdays once a month and a summer camp.
After-school Enrichment Classes
For ages 5 to 12.
Grades K- 6th grade
Drama, Starwitz, Cooking,
Gardening, Art and Sewing after-school
classes at the FAD PAD and at local schools.
Classes and Retreats for Adults
Adults of all ages.
Tailored designed to meet
your personal, school or business interest.
Weekdays and weekends.
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Mary Ellen Hill ~ Storyteller & Teacher
Telephone 510-219-3474
Email mehstories@gmail.com
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