July 15

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My name is Taylor Boyle and I have been married to my husband Mike for 20 years. We have three kids aged 22, 19 and 16.  I am a high school special education teacher and boys track and field coach. In my spare time I love to read, hike, crossfit and travel. We have one dog and 4 cats. I spend a lot of time volunteering at NAWS Mokena specifically fostering cats and kittens and assisting people in finding the perfect furry friend to adopt! I once thought I was going to have a public speaking career but now I get to speak to kids all day long so it worked out!  I am excited to begin my storytelling journey as I love to talk and enjoy listening to other people’s stories.

Laura Gillogly is a proud lifelong resident of Lockport, who is thrilled to share her story alongside so many other amazing storytellers. With a Master of Fine Arts in Performance, Laura is no stranger to the stage even though it’s been a couple of decades since her last performance! She is excited to bring those skills back to the stage as she connects with the audience in a whole new way. Laura also holds a Master’s degree in School Counseling and has spent the last 11 years helping high school students navigate their journeys. She is passionate about empowering young people to discover their true potential and thrive in all aspects of life. When she’s not working, Laura loves spending time with her husband, J.R., and their beautiful daughter, Norah.