Our deepest needs remain surprisingly simple — to create, to belong and to know that our lives matter — in a world that feels louder, faster and more disconnected than ever.

Join New York Times bestselling authors Kelly Corrigan and Jennifer Wallace for an inspiring evening exploring the stories and evidence-based insights behind creativity and connection. Together, they'll offer fresh perspectives on how Making and Mattering can help us build richer lives, stronger communities and a greater sense of hope.

  • Hannaford Hall, USM Portland Campus

    Educator VIP Hour 6:00 pm // Main Event 7:00 pm

    TICKETS ON SALE - 8/18

  • The Ellen Theater

    Educator VIP Hour 5:30 pm // Main Event 7:00 pm

    TICKETS ON SALE - August

  • Sixth & I

    Educator VIP Hour 5:30 pm // Main Event 7:00 pm

    TICKETS ON SALE - August

  • Stuyvesant High School

    Educator VIP Hour TBD // Main Event TBD

    TICKETS ON SALE - August

  • Art & Wellness Festival at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

    Educator Breakfast 9:00 am // Keynote 10:30 am

    TICKETS ON SALE - September

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Kelly is the author of four New York Times bestselling books about family life, the host of Tell Me More on PBS and Kelly Corrigan Wonders, a top 1% podcast which is also played on NPR in 17 states. She has made significant, multi-year contributions on stage at TED, Aspen Ideas and The Nantucket Project, headlined seven national book tours, keynoted over 100 events, has been on The Today Show seven times and has written essays and opinion pieces for Oprah and The New York Times.

Kelly Corrigan

Jennifer is an award-winning journalist and the author of two instant New York Times bestsellers: Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose, an Amazon Best Business & Leadership Book of 2026, and Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic — And What We Can Do About It, an Amazon Best Book of the Year. Jennifer began her journalism career in television at CBS “60 Minutes” and has been a contributor to the Wall Street Journal and Washington Post. She lives in New York City with her family.

Jennifer Wallace