What’s a good story without a bunch of eager listeners? This week, children from all over Mumbai have the opportunity to engage themselves (and their parents) in something different than just going out for a film or dinner. The Children’s Museum of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (CSMVS) will host Once Upon a Beginning, its yearly Literature and Storytelling Festival, this weekend. The event offers children a packed itinerary of storytelling sessions and workshops that get their creative juices flowing, featuring popular storytellers and artists.

Storytellers (from left) Devaki Bhujang Gajare and Dr Ulka Mayur will perform at the upcoming Festival. Pics courtesy/@storyfulparent; @ulka mayur