Elverhoj Museum of History and Art presents "Beyond the Edge: An Evening of Unconventional Stories" on Friday April 14. The spoken word event features Carole Ann Colone, Casey DeFranco, Kathleen Marshall, Iris Rideau and Sue Turner-Cray will share their experiences, struggles, and triumphs with powerful words. From the unconventional paths they have taken to the inspiring stories they tell, these women are fearless in their pursuit of authenticity and self-expression.

Carole Ann Colone has graced stages as a percussionist, is co-producer of the concert series “Tales from the Tavern,” and a respected realtor in the Santa Ynez Valley.

Elverhoj Museum is located at 1624 Elverhoy Way in Solvang. Tickets, $20 for member and $25 for no-yet-member, are available at www.Elverhoj.org/events. Seating is limited and advance purchase is recommended. The show begins at 7:30 pm. Doors will open at 6:45 for a Pre-Performance Reception on the museum’s Skytt Terrace with beverages and nibbles accompanied by Colone playing congas