Description: From floating in the ocean at sunrise in Vietnam to childhood creek adventures and restoring streams in Iowa communities, Judy Joyce shares stories that reconnect people with water. These lived experiences invite audiences to rediscover the waters that shape their communities and recognize their place within them. Musician JC Lippold joins with piano and vocals, weaving music through the narrative.

Authosr: Judith Joyce, JC Lippold

Author Bio: Judith E. Joyce is a geomorphologist who has spent her life studying rivers — and listening to them. Her love of water began in the creeks of her childhood, where mud, current, and imagination shaped both her career and her sense of wonder. Today, she works across the Midwest restoring streams and wetlands, helping communities reconnect with the landscapes that sustain them.

JC Lippold is a pianist, vocalist, and storyteller with more than two decades of experience performing and directing music on stage. A seasoned musician, he has performed in a wide range of venues and theatrical productions, blending music, narrative, and live performance to create engaging and emotionally resonant experiences for audiences.