The National Storytelling Network honored SAM member Laura Packer with its coveted Circle of Excellence Award. The award was presented during the NSN virtual conference in June. The Circle of Excellence Award is bestowed upon artists who are recognized nationally by their peers to be master storytellers who set the standards for excellence and have demonstrated, over a significant period of time, a commitment and dedication to the art of storytelling. Among Laura’s many contributions to the field, we are fortunate that she currently serves as vice-president of SAM’s board of directors. Congratulations, Laura!