Workers have set up the signature red and white tent signaling the start of the Athens Storytelling Festival, which runs Oct. 23-27. Now in its 12th year, the annual event kicks off this evening with amateur night, featuring a dozen local tellers competing for a place on the stage with the professionals during the Thursday evening variety show. Tickets, which range from $15 to $55 with reduced prices for children, are available online at www.athensstorytellingfestival.com.

Workers have set up the signature red and white tent signaling the start of the Athens Storytelling Festival, which runs Oct. 23-27. Now in its 12th year, the annual event kicks off this evening with amateur night, featuring a dozen local tellers competing for a place on the stage with the professionals during the Thursday evening variety show. Tickets, which range from $15 to $55 with reduced prices for children, are available online at www.athensstorytellingfestival.com.