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There will be something for everyone at the How-To Festival – bring the whole family and all your friends! Learn new things, meet your neighbors, and have fun. All you’ll need is a plan for lunch – bring your own, visit the Farmer’s Market, or head downtown. The rest is on the library!

Don’t forget to pick up your door prize tickets at the Welcome Table!  We will draw winners at the Closing Ceremonies at 3 PM.  You do not need to be present to win.

Events, times, locations, and presenters are subject to change.
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Saturday, August 1 • 12:45pm - 1:45pm
How to use 'medical improv' to improve communication in healthcare

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Participants will practice fun, basic Medical Improv activities that build communication and interpersonal skills while learning about the critical need for effective communication among consumers, doctors, nurses, and others.  Everyone is welcome: healthcare providers and individuals!

Curious? Watch Beth teach local nurses and students how to deal with interruptions using improv principles:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PGK9_CkhRNw.

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avatar for Beth Boynton, RN, MS

Beth Boynton, RN, MS

Beth Boynton, RN, MS consulting
Beth has been a Registered Nurse for over 25 years and a consultant and author for about 10 of them. She specializes in interactive workshops and coaching to improve communication and collaboration in healthcare. She has also been a student of improv for more than 5 years. Her Masters... Read More →

Med Improv Handout Portsmouth library pdf
Saturday August 1, 2015 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
Fiction nook 1st floor
  1 hour session: please stay for the full hour