Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

Slightly More Happens - January Delights

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Our stories tonight lean into the winter season with tales of walks in the snow, time by the fire, thick blankets and hot drinks. If you’ve ever wis...

The Solarium (Encore)

15 Jan 2026

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Originally Aired: January 10, 2022 (Season 9, Episode 2) Our story tonight is called The Solarium, and it’s a story about a sunny break in a cold...

Return to the Chalet, Part 3

12 Jan 2026

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Our story tonight is called Return to the Chalet, Part 3, and it is, for now, the last in this series. It’s a story about a trek through the snow to...

Window Weather (Encore)

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Originally aired on January 6th, 2025 (Season 15, Episode 2) Our story tonight is called Window Weather, and it’s a story about the deep cold of ...

Return to the Chalet, Part 2

05 Jan 2026

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Our story tonight is called Return to the Chalet, Part 2 , and it’s picking up where Part 1 ended, at a little cabin at the foot of a snow-covered s...

Winter Getaway, Parts 1 - 3 (Encore)

01 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Originally Presented as Episodes 1 - 3 of Season 11, January 2023. Our story tonight is called Winter Getaway, and it tells, from two perspectives, t...

Return to the Chalet

29 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called Return to the Chalet, and it is a sort of "season two" of a fan-favorite series from a few winter’s back called Winter G...

Game Night (Encore)

25 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Season 6, Episode 13 (December 8, 2020) Our story tonight is called Game Night, and it’s a story about ringing in the New Y...

Candlewalk

22 Dec 2025

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Our story tonight is called Candlewalk, and it's a story about a special Holiday tradition in downtown Nothing Much. It's also about tea lights and sn...

Out of the Cold (Encore)

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Season 14, Episode 57 Our story tonight is called Out of the Cold, and it’s a story about a windy day and a place to warm u...

Merry Much Happens - 2025

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our stories tonight have been picked by the team that makes Nothing Much…Happen. They are stories of snowfall and market stalls draped with greener...

Mistletoe and Marmalade (Encore)

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Season 12, Episode 39 Our story tonight is called Mistletoe and Marmalade, and it’s a story about decorating for the holi...

Fogged Glasses and Felting Fibers

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called Fogged Glasses and Felting Fibers, and it’s a story about an evening spent working on a project among friends. It’s al...

City Sidewalks (Encore)

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally Aired: December 14th, 2020 (Season 6, Episode 12) Our story tonight is called City Sidewalks and it’s a story about an evening looking i...

Outside At Night, With My Dog

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called Outside at Night, with my Dog, and it’s a story that you might have read if you have my book, but has never appeared on ...

Thanksgiving at the Cabin (Encore)

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Season 14, Episode 51 Our story tonight is called Thanksgiving at the Cabin, and it’s a story about a walk through the wood...

After Dinner

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called After Dinner, and it is the third part in a series featuring some favorite animals in the Village of Nothing Much. You cou...

The Joy of Missing Out (Encore)

20 Nov 2025

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Originally Presented as Season 12, Episode 31 Our story tonight is called The Joy of Missing Out, and it’s a story about recharging your body when ...

Curtain Call

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kathryn Nicolai and friends for a one-night-only live virtual event on Wednesday, November 19th filled with calming bedtime stories, live music, ...

The Guest Room

17 Nov 2025

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Our story tonight is called The Guest Room and it’s a story about making a space feel warm and welcoming. It’s also about fresh sheets and fluffy ...

Sunday Reset (Encore)

13 Nov 2025

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Originally presented as Season 10, Episode 23 Our story tonight is called Sunday Reset, and it’s a story about a day set aside to plan for a good ...

Recipe Testing

10 Nov 2025

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Our story tonight is called Recipe Testing and it’s a story about a quiet afternoon at home, preparing for the holidays. It’s also about leaves ra...

Autumn Sun (Encore)

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Season 14, Episode 45, November 4, 2024 Our story tonight is called Autumn Sun, and it’s a story about a day at Weathervan...

Rainy Morning (Encore)

03 Nov 2025

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Originally presented as Season 8, Bonus Episode 4 Our story tonight is called Rainy Morning, and it’s a story about savoring a good book from bed....

Trick or Treat (Encore)

30 Oct 2025

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Originally presented as Season 8, Episode 12, October 25, 2021 Our story tonight is called Trick or Treat, and it’s a story about a roaming the st...

Chef and the Ghost Light

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called Chef and the Ghost Light, and it’s a story in which, fine, I’ll admit, something happens. The jig is up. It’s even a...

Behind the Curtain (Encore)

23 Oct 2025

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Originally Presented as Season 10, Episode 22, October 31, 2022 Our story tonight is called Behind the Curtain, and it’s a story about two friends...

The Gatekeeper Tree

20 Oct 2025

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Our story tonight is called The Gatekeeper Tree, and it is ever-so-gently a spooky bedtime story. I know that’s not for everyone, so if it’s not f...

The Curios Shop (Encore)

16 Oct 2025

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Originally presented as Season 10, Episode 21, October 24, 2022 Our story tonight is called The Curios Shop, and it’s a story about a little shop ...

Rosewater and Witch Hazel

13 Oct 2025

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Our story tonight is called Rosewater and Witch Hazel, and it’s a story about reclaiming your sparkle on a moonlit night. It’s also about a grey c...

The Leaf House (Encore)

09 Oct 2025

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Originally Aired: October 4th, 2020 (Season 6, Episode 7) Our story tonight is called The Leaf House, and it’s a story about an autumn day spent wo...

Autumn at the Inn, Part 4

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called Autumn at the Inn, Part Four, and for now it’s the last in this series. It’s a story about a new routine that heals as...

The Porch Steps (Encore)

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Season 12, Episode 19, October 2, 2023 Our story tonight is called The Porch Steps, and it’s a story about tending to a...

Autumn at the Inn, Part 3

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called Autumn at the Inn, Part Three. And, you guessed it, it is a continuation of the last two episodes. Though you don't need ...

Chef and Sycamore (Encore)

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called Chef and Sycamore, and it’s a story about an afternoon in the kitchens at the Inn, as jars of pickles are lowered into t...

Autumn at the Inn, Part 2

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called Autumn at the Inn, Part 2, and it’s the second in this series, though you don't need to go back and listen to Part 1, i...

Thunder and Lightning (Encore)

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Episode 31 of Season 14, September 16, 2024 Our story tonight is called Thunder and Lightning, and it’s a story about slow...

Autumn at the Inn, Part 1

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called Autumn at the Inn, Part One, and it’s a story written for all of you who have ever dreamt of taking a little trip to the...

The Librarian (Encore)

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally aired on Season 10, Episode 14 Our story tonight is called The Librarian. It’s a story about the quiet of the closed-up library at the e...

Autumn World

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called Autumn World, and it’s a story about a morning with the windows open and fresh fall air blowing through the house. It’...

Sleeping Weather (Encore)

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally aired as Episode 15 of Season 10 Our story tonight is called Sleeping Weather, and it’s a story about a break from the heat and humidity...

The Swim Platform

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called The Swim Platform, and it’s a story about one of the last swims of the season. It’s also about remembered cues from lo...

Summer Harvest (Encore)

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally aired as Episode 3 of Season 4, August 26, 2019 Our story tonight is called Summer Harvest, and it’s a story about the result of a seaso...

New Path

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called New Path, and it’s a story about a late-summer stroll through high grasses and shaded glens. It’s also about coneflowe...

The Corner Store (Encore)

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally Aired: August 28th, 2022 (Season 10, Episode 13) Our story tonight is called The Corner Store, and it’s a story about the aisles of the ...

Early Signs of Autumn

18 Aug 2025

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Our story tonight is called Early Signs of Autumn, and it’s a story about turning leaves and a slight spicy scent on the breeze. It’s also about z...

Yard Sale (Encore)

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Season 10, Episode 10, August 8, 2022 Our story tonight is called Yard Sale, or, Another Man’s Treasure, and it’s a stor...

The Journal

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called The Journal, and it’s a story about the blank pages of a beautiful book, and the freedom to finally write in them, no ma...

The Labyrinth (Encore)

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Episode 3 of Season 6, August 10, 2020 Our story tonight is called The Labyrinth and it’s a story about a slow walk on a ...

Pool Day

04 Aug 2025

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Our story tonight is called Pool Day, and it’s a story about a cool dip in the water on a hot summer day. It’s also about the tiled walls of the c...

Beach Walk (Encore)

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Episode 8 of Season 10, July 25, 2022 Our story tonight is called Beach Walk, and it’s a story about meeting the morning l...

Sidewalk Chalk

28 Jul 2025

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Our story tonight is called Sidewalk Chalk, and it’s a story about a journey through the park on a bright day. It’s also about a cold drink from t...

At the Summer Fair (Encore)

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally Aired: July 14th, 2019 (Season 3 Episode 13) Our story tonight is called At the Summer Fair, and it’s a story about a yearly tradition...

Rainy Day Rituals

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called Rainy Day Rituals, and it’s a story about small tasks attended to as a storm blows through. It’s also about a fuzzy ra...

Back to the Bakery (Encore)

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Episode 1 of Season 8 Our story tonight is called Back to the Bakery, and it’s a story about the early morning preparation...

Street Sweepers

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called Street Sweepers, and it’s a story about an early morning tending of the village lanes. It’s also about hoppers and win...

When the Streetlights Come On (Encore)

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Episode 11 of Season 14 Our story tonight is called When the Streetlights Come On, and it’s a story about a trip to the m...

The Evening of the 4th

07 Jul 2025

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Our story tonight is called The Evening of the 4th, and it’s a story about a day-long event that ends with a picnic and a concert on the grass. It’...

Heirloom (Encore)

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Episode 6 of Season 12. Our story tonight is called Heirloom, and it’s a story about a garden in the middle of summer. It’...

The Last Train Home

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called The Last Train Home, and it's a story about a few moments at the end of a long day. It's also about dogwood flowers and s...

Magic Words (Encore)

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Episode 3 of Season 12 Our story tonight is called Magic Words, and it’s a story about a trip into town on a summer morning...

The Cabin in Summer

23 Jun 2025

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Our story tonight is called The Cabin in Summer, and it’s a story about days spent in the sunny garden and the shaded forest. It’s also about lemo...

From the Hammock (Encore)

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Episode 13 of Season 7 Our story tonight is called From the Hammock, and it’s a story about naps, and where and when, and...

W-A-L-K

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called W-A-L-K, and it’s a story about a little brown dog and his favorite outdoor activity. It’s also about the smell of wat...

The Lake at the Inn (Encore)

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Episode 12 of Season 7, June 14, 2021 Our story tonight is called The Lake at the Inn, and it’s a story about a misty summ...

Cloud Club

09 Jun 2025

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Our story tonight is called Cloud Club, and it’s a story about an afternoon stretched out under the open sky. It’s also about the friends you’ve...

Joyride (Encore)

05 Jun 2025

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Originally aired June 26, 2023, Season 12, Episode 4 Our story tonight is called Joyride, and it’s a story about a spontaneous trip for two friend...

Wallpaper and Paint

02 Jun 2025

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Our story tonight is called Wallpaper and Paint, and it’s a story about a room in a cottage by the lake, that is ready for redoing. It’s also abou...

A Month of Sundays (Encore)

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally Aired May 13, 2024, Season 13, Episode 39 Our story tonight is called A Month of Sundays, and it’s a story about finding a way to make t...

The Fountain in the Square

26 May 2025

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Our story tonight is called The Fountain on the Square, and it’s a story about a place to make a wish as the season tips to summer. It’s also abou...

Tell the Bees (Encore)

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally aired May 20, 2024, Season 13, Episode 41 Our story tonight is called Tell the Bees, and it is a story that so many of you have asked for...

Nothing Much Happens - Trailer

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Having trouble sleeping? Join Yoga and meditation teacher Kathryn Nicolai for bedtime stories where nothing much happens to help you relax and sleep p...

The Houseboat

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called The Houseboat, and it’s a story about a calm morning on the water and the small joys of observation. It’s also about a...

Date Night (Encore)

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally aired May 27, 2024, Season 13, Episode 43 Our story tonight is called Date Night, and it is a story about a bike ride to a place where X ...

Dandelions and Moss

12 May 2025

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Our story tonight is called Dandelions and Moss, and it’s a story about a craft project made from things gathered in the yard. It’s also about wis...

The Book Fair (Encore)

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally aired May 22, 2023, Season 11, Episode 22 Our story tonight is called The Bookfair, and it’s a story about a love of reading and the c...

The Lilac Booth, Part 2

05 May 2025

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Our story tonight is called The Lilac Booth, Part Two, and it’s a story about a lovely spring day at the farmer’s market and the sweet smell of a ...

The Hardware Store (Encore)

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Episode 11 of Season 5, June 1, 2020. Our story this week is called The Hardware Store, and it's a story about finding all th...

The Lilac Booth, Part 1

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called The Lilac Booth, and it’s a story about a Spring morning at a familiar farm house. It’s also about bullfrogs and garde...

Sunrise at the Cabin (Encore)

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally Aired: April 1, 2024 (Season 13, Episode 27) Our story tonight is called Sunrise at the Cabin, and it’s a story about welcoming the...

Spring Recital

21 Apr 2025

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Our story tonight is called Spring Recital, and it’s a story about a piano waiting in the spotlight at auditorium. It’s also about lesson books an...

At the Tower Mill (Encore)

17 Apr 2025

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Originally Aired: April 24, 2023 (Season 11, Episode 18) Our story tonight is called At the Tower Mill and it’s a story about the sails of a w...

Tiny House

14 Apr 2025

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Our story tonight is called Tiny House, and it’s a story about a snug, small space to relax in. It’s also about impatiens for the flower bed, sunn...

Dandelions and Mayapples (Encore)

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally Aired: May 1, 2023 (Season 11, Episode 19) Our story tonight is called Dandelions and Mayapples, and it’s a story about a trip down...

Color Walk

07 Apr 2025

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Our story tonight is called Color Walk, and it’s a story about a soft way to move through the world on a spring day. It’s also about a box of cra...

Spring at the Allotment (Encore)

03 Apr 2025

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Originally Aired: April 22, 2019 (Season 3, Episode 7) Our story tonight is called Spring at the Allotment, and it’s a story about setting up a g...

Dogs and Dust Mops

31 Mar 2025

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Our story tonight is called Dogs and Dust Mops, and it’s a story about some spring cleaning on a warm afternoon. It’s also about an orange kitty i...

The Jewelry Box (Encore)

27 Mar 2025

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Originally Aired: March 23rd, 2020 (Season 5, Episode 6) Our story tonight is called The Jewelry Box. It’s about an heirloom handed down through ...

Rain on the Lake

24 Mar 2025

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Our story tonight is called Rain on the Lake, and it’s a story about a sudden arrival of drops and dark clouds on a spring afternoon. It’s also ab...

Out Like a Lamb (Encore)

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Originally presented as Episode 23 of Season 13, March 18, 2024 Our story tonight is called Out Like a Lamb, and it’s a story about the changeabl...

Bike Bus

17 Mar 2025

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Our story tonight is called Bike Bus, and it’s a story about a joyful ride to school on a spring day. It’s also about a dog enjoying a sunny patch...

Catnap (Encore)

13 Mar 2025

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Originally presented March 6th, 2023 as Episode 10 of Season 11 Our story tonight is called Catnap and it’s a story about Marmalade the cat and C...

The Willow Tree

10 Mar 2025

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Our story tonight is called The Willow Tree, and it’s a story about the first signs of spring on an open field beside a lake. It’s also about step...

Pillow Forts & Tree Houses (Encore)

06 Mar 2025

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Originally presented March 13th, 2022 as Season 9, Episode 11 Our story tonight is called Pillow Forts and Treehouses and it’s a story about a...

Restoration & The Lady in the Painting

03 Mar 2025

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Our stories tonight are called Restoration, and The Lady in the Painting, and they are stories about an inherited treasure, and the tale it has to tel...

Opening Night (Encore)

27 Feb 2025

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(Originally Aired: February 27th, 2022 Original: Season 9, Episode 9) Our story tonight is called Opening Night, and it’s a story about the momen...

Valentine's at the Inn, Part 3

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called Valentine’s at the Inn, Part Three, and it is the finale of the three-week series of the same name, and also the much-aw...

All Day, At Home (Encore)

20 Feb 2025

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(Originally Aired: February 23rd, 2020 Original: Season 5, Episode 4) Our story tonight is called All Day, At Home, and it’s a story about tucki...

Valentine's at the Inn, Part 2

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our story tonight is called Valentine’s at the Inn, Part Two, and it continues from last week, a tale of a little romance and a lot of coziness by t...

Hearts & Flowers (Encore)

13 Feb 2025

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(Originally Aired: February 9th, 2020 Original: Season 5, Episode 3) Our story tonight is called Hearts and Flowers, and it’s a story about show...