June 18

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Patrick Curtin is a Chicago native that incorporates storytelling as a celebrant for weddings, memorials and other moments in life that should be celebrated. Patrick has shared stories at the Irish American Heritage Center, Steppenwolf, Second City and the Goodman Theater.

Mariah Nichelle is a proud Chicagoan. From teaching high school English to now working in the mental health space, public speaking is a passion. A proud UIC alumna and dog mom, Mariah is currently working on her master's degree in Trauma Informed Leadership at Dominican University. Unsure of what’s next, Mariah is excited to share her story and honor those who come before her and have made her into the woman she is today.