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SUMMARY:Charles Ekabhumi Ellik features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Poetry House presents feature poet\, Charles Ekabhumi Ellik. \nCharles Ekabhumi Ellik is a poet\, artist\, husband\, student and teacher of Classical Tantric Hatha Yoga. He teaches Yoga Asana at Yoga Tree’s Telegraph studio\, where he designed the “Dancing Peacock Feathers” mural. A former Options Broker\, he quit finance to produce poetry events full-time in 1999\, when his team of poets won the National Poetry Slam. Co-founder of the Berzerkeley Poetry Slam\, poets he coached have since won numerous national and regional titles. In 2007\, he became the national Head 2 Head Haiku champion\, and in 2009 he chaired the Home City Committee of the Individual World Poetry Slam. He has performed and taught in numerous high schools\, theaters\, universities\, bars\, and living rooms across North America and Britain. In 2010 he retired from producing poetry events to focus on producing sacred art and teaching Yoga. His poems and artworks have appeared in several publications\, most recently Tantra Illuminated by Christopher Wallis (2011). When not writing\, painting\, or practicing Yoga\, he can be found in his garden learning directly from Nature. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm
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SUMMARY:Charles Ekabhumi Ellik features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Poetry House presents feature poet\, Charles Ekabhumi Ellik. \nCharles Ekabhumi Ellik is a poet\, artist\, husband\, student and teacher of Classical Tantric Hatha Yoga. He teaches Yoga Asana at Yoga Tree’s Telegraph studio\, where he designed the “Dancing Peacock Feathers” mural. A former Options Broker\, he quit finance to produce poetry events full-time in 1999\, when his team of poets won the National Poetry Slam. Co-founder of the Berzerkeley Poetry Slam\, poets he coached have since won numerous national and regional titles. In 2007\, he became the national Head 2 Head Haiku champion\, and in 2009 he chaired the Home City Committee of the Individual World Poetry Slam. He has performed and taught in numerous high schools\, theaters\, universities\, bars\, and living rooms across North America and Britain. In 2010 he retired from producing poetry events to focus on producing sacred art and teaching Yoga. His poems and artworks have appeared in several publications\, most recently Tantra Illuminated by Christopher Wallis (2011). When not writing\, painting\, or practicing Yoga\, he can be found in his garden learning directly from Nature. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/ekabhumi-charles-ellik-features-at-the-van-slam/
LOCATION:Café Deux Soleils\, 2096 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Van Slam
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SUMMARY:Johnny MacRae features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Johnny MacRae. \nJohnny MacRae is a mouthy poet. The 2013 Poet of Honour for the Victoria Spoken Word Festival\, he has been a regional and a national poetry slam champion. Since 2010\, MacRae has regularly toured across Canada and the United States\, both solo and as a member of psychedelic spoken word duo\, 2 Dope Boys in a Cadillac. Photo credit to Derek Ford Photography. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/johnny-macrae-features-at-the-van-slam-2/
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SUMMARY:Johnny MacRae features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Johnny MacRae. \nJohnny MacRae is a mouthy poet. The 2013 Poet of Honour for the Victoria Spoken Word Festival\, he has been a regional and a national poetry slam champion. Since 2010\, MacRae has regularly toured across Canada and the United States\, both solo and as a member of psychedelic spoken word duo\, 2 Dope Boys in a Cadillac. Photo credit to Derek Ford Photography. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/johnny-macrae-features-at-the-van-slam/
LOCATION:Café Deux Soleils\, 2096 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Van Slam
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SUMMARY:Ransford Brempong features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Ransford Brempong. \nWhen trying to describe Ransford you will find that it’s never quite that easy! He is complicated\, diverse\, humble\, a world traveler\, extremely positive\, artistic mind\, ex professional basketball player\, self proclaimed underdog. He’s a seeker of truth & knowledge\, and someone who’s always looking to find the positive in every situation. He has always loved playing with words and using them to connect the dots! One of his favorite things to do is to be able to break stereotypes that others might have of him. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/ransford-brempong-features-at-the-van-slam-2/
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SUMMARY:Ransford Brempong features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Ransford Brempong. \nWhen trying to describe Ransford you will find that it’s never quite that easy! He is complicated\, diverse\, humble\, a world traveler\, extremely positive\, artistic mind\, ex professional basketball player\, self proclaimed underdog. He’s a seeker of truth & knowledge\, and someone who’s always looking to find the positive in every situation. He has always loved playing with words and using them to connect the dots! One of his favorite things to do is to be able to break stereotypes that others might have of him. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/ransford-brempong-features-at-the-van-slam/
LOCATION:Café Deux Soleils\, 2096 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Van Slam
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160222T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160222T221500
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SUMMARY:Crackerjack Lipsmacker Youth Poetry Slam #99 featuring Dana ID Matthews
DESCRIPTION:This will be the last opportunity for poets to qualify for the youth slam playoffs in March. To qualify you must slam/compete during the 2015/2016 regular season (July 2015-Feb 2016) at least twice AND you CANNOT be turning 21 BEFORE Sept 1st\, 2016. \nOnly poets who have not yet qualifed for the playoffs will be allowed to compete on this night. \nAs well as the poetry slam we will be having a poetry open mic and a feature performace from DANA ID MATTHEWS \n“Dana\, a Haitian born poet & MC\, was adopted and raised in Timmins/London\, Ontario. Now an independent Vancouver based artist\, Dana has a voice that naturally commands the attention of anyone in the room. His diverse lyricism springs from his unique upbringing & extensive spoken word poetry background. Dana’s first memories of writing were in form of French short stories\, as he was raised bi-lingual. He first got into Hip-Hop music after being introduced to it at 13 years of age. \nSince then\, Dana has made a multitude of collaboration music with people all over the world through the help of social media. Notably\, his professional Hip-Hop mixtape\, “Hippies & Aliens”\, released in 2014 under a small label to glowing audience response. Currently\, Dana has released an independent mixtape called ” Piece of Pie”\, and is working on expanding his resume\, focusing on building his own brand that surrounds his recording\, engineering\, & editing skills.” \nWe are super excited to have Dana as our feature. Come fill the Cafe with positive vibes and hot words for our last chance slam. \nWe acknowledge that our event is taking place in unceded Coast Salish Territory. We also strive to be a trans friendly space. The Cafe has 3 gender neutral washromms for use. \nBe nice to our door staff as they are all volunteers and only enforcing the capacity codes provided to them by the venue. CASH ONLY AT THE DOOR.  \n$4 for 18 and under\n$6-$10 for 19 and up \nrcarcee2@gmail.com for more info
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/crackerjack-lipsmacker-youth-poetry-slam-99-featuring-dana-id-matthews/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160215T220000
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SUMMARY:Imani Sims features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Imani Sims. \nImani Sims is a spicy Chai tea-loving Seattle native who spun her first performance poem at the age of fourteen. Since then\, she has developed an infinitely rippling love for poetry in all of its forms. She believes in the healing power of words and the transformational nuance of the human story. Imani works to empower youth and adults through various writing courses and interdisciplinary shows all over Washington. She is a 2016 Kore Biters curator and Gay City Arts Fellow. Her book (A)live Heart is forthcoming on Sibling Rivalry Press this fall. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/imani-sims-features-at-the-van-slam-2/
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SUMMARY:Imani Sims features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Imani Sims. \nImani Sims is a spicy Chai tea-loving Seattle native who spun her first performance poem at the age of fourteen. Since then\, she has developed an infinitely rippling love for poetry in all of its forms. She believes in the healing power of words and the transformational nuance of the human story. Imani works to empower youth and adults through various writing courses and interdisciplinary shows all over Washington. She is a 2016 Kore Biters curator and Gay City Arts Fellow. Her book (A)live Heart is forthcoming on Sibling Rivalry Press this fall. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/imani-sims-features-at-the-van-slam/
LOCATION:Café Deux Soleils\, 2096 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Van Slam
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160210T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20160118T193823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160118T193823Z
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SUMMARY:Dewey Decibel Youth Slam and FREE Workshop with DANA ID MATTHEWS
DESCRIPTION:Time for another FREE workshop and “poetry slam” at the Vancouver Public Library. Usually the DDYS happens on the 1st Wednesday of the month but due to a scheduling conflict we will be taking place on the 2nd Wednesday which is February 10th. We will be on the lower level in the Peter Kaye room. The workshop starts at 5:30 and is open to poets 13-20 years of age as is the “poetry slam.” \nThis month we will have a guest host: Jillian Christmas as I will be away. \nWe are excited to have as our workshop leader and mini feature–Dana ID Matthews \nWorkshop Description: My focus is on developing a style you can call your own\, whilst still providing you with fundamental rhyming techniques and a few of my own. \n1. 2-5 games focused on rhyme and rhythm techniques  \n2. 1-3 Games designed around personification  \n3. 2-5 Writing excessive designed to train your brain to ”think deeper” \n4. 1-3 Writing exercises around continuing to write even when you think it’s ”bad” and overall honesty to yourself in poetry \n“Dana\, a Haitian born poet & MC\, was adopted and raised in Timmins/London\, Ontario. Now an independent Vancouver based artist\, Dana has a voice that naturally commands the attention of anyone in the room. His diverse lyricism springs from his unique upbringing & extensive spoken word poetry background. Dana’s first memories of writing were in form of French short stories\, as he was raised bi-lingual. He first got into Hip-Hop music after being introduced to it at 13 years of age. \nSince then\, Dana has made a multitude of collaboration music with people all over the world through the help of social media. Notably\, his professional Hip-Hop mixtape\, “Hippies & Aliens”\, released in 2014 under a small label to glowing audience response. Currently\, Dana has released an independent mixtape called ” Piece of Pie”\, and is working on expanding his resume\, focusing on building his own brand that surrounds his recording\, engineering\, & editing skills.” \nAGAIN THIS IS A FREE EVENT. \nWe also acknowledge that this will be taking place on unceded Coast Salish Territory. The venue is wheelchair accessible and you can take an elevator to the lower level where the workshop is taking place if you need to.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/dewey-decibel-youth-slam-and-free-workshop-with-dana-id-matthews/
LOCATION:Vancouver Poetry House Staff Picks for February
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160208T220000
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SUMMARY:Sonya Littlejohn features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Sonya Littlejohn. \nSonya Littlejohn is a Vancouver based writer and poet. Her poem “Grey: a Biracial Poem” was published in Other Tongues: Mixed Race Women Speak Out an anthology of poetry about cultural identity\, by Inanna Press in 2010. She works with the Vancouver Poetry House organization\, Word Play Poetry in Schools as a workshop facilitator. She is also a member of the Black Dot Roots and Culture Collective. She represented them with the first ever BeDRoCC Slam Team at the 2011 Canadian Festival of Spoken Word in Toronto and was cast in the ensemble of Poets at the\n2012 Victoria Spoken Word Festival. She has collaborated with many other spoken word artists within Vancouver and Canada. Her themes revolve around social responsibility\, justice and love. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm. \nPhoto credit to Janet Kvammen
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/garfield-hillson-features-at-the-van-slam-2/
LOCATION:DMP-300×190
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160208T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20160202T075742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160205T024908Z
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SUMMARY:Sonya Littlejohn features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Sonya Littlejohn.\nSonya Littlejohn is a Vancouver based writer and poet. Her poem “Grey: a Biracial Poem” was published in Other Tongues: Mixed Race Women Speak Out an anthology of poetry about cultural identity\, by Inanna Press in 2010. She works with the Vancouver Poetry House organization\, Word Play Poetry in Schools as a workshop facilitator. She is also a member of the Black Dot Roots and Culture Collective. She represented them with the first ever BeDRoCC Slam Team at the 2011 Canadian Festival of Spoken Word in Toronto and was cast in the ensemble of Poets at the 2012 Victoria Spoken Word Festival. She has collaborated with many other spoken word artists within Vancouver and Canada. Her themes revolve around social responsibility\, justice and love. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm \nPhoto credit to Janet Kvammen
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/garfield-hillson-features-at-the-van-slam/
LOCATION:Café Deux Soleils\, 2096 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Van Slam
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160201T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20160118T193651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160118T193651Z
UID:4386-1454353200-1454364000@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Robert Lashley features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Robert Lashley. \nA 2016 Jack Straw Fellow\, Robert Lashley has had poems published in such Journals as Feminete\, No Regrets\, and Your Hands\, Your Mouth. His work was also featured in Many Trails To The Summit\, an anthology of Northwest form and Lyric poetry. He has featured at the Kerouac Institute for performing arts\, Goddard\, and Seattle Central College\, read and was a guest lecture at The University of Washington-Tacoma and Western Washington university\, and was in the IWPS page/stage panel and showcase in 2013. In May of 2014\, he won the Cascadia Poetry Festival’s beer slam title\, and in november he will be one of the storytellers in the Western Literary Festival. His full length book: The Homeboy Songs\, was published by Small Doggies press in April 2014. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/robert-lashley-features-at-the-van-slam-2/
LOCATION:DMP-300×190
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160201T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20160118T193358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160118T193358Z
UID:1172-1454353200-1454364000@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Robert Lashley features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Robert Lashley. \nA 2016 Jack Straw Fellow\, Robert Lashley has had poems published in such Journals as Feminete\, No Regrets\, and Your Hands\, Your Mouth. His work was also featured in Many Trails To The Summit\, an anthology of Northwest form and Lyric poetry. He has featured at the Kerouac Institute for performing arts\, Goddard\, and Seattle Central College\, read and was a guest lecture at The University of Washington-Tacoma and Western Washington university\, and was in the IWPS page/stage panel and showcase in 2013. In May of 2014\, he won the Cascadia Poetry Festival’s beer slam title\, and in november he will be one of the storytellers in the Western Literary Festival. His full length book: The Homeboy Songs\, was published by Small Doggies press in April 2014. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/robert-lashley-features-at-the-van-slam/
LOCATION:Café Deux Soleils\, 2096 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Van Slam
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160127T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160127T223000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20160125T191333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160125T191333Z
UID:4389-1453923000-1453933800@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Vancouver Poetry Slam Family Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Who is the Vancouver Poetry Slam Family? If you’re reading this\, then it probably includes YOU! Maybe you enjoy hearing poetry\, or reading it\, or hosting\, or volunteering\, or just knowing that there are people doing such things in a place where you are always welcome. And just like any family\, our Van Slam family needs to convene from time to time to make sure that voices are heard\, great ideas are drummed up\, and that this community has all of the fuel that it needs to keep moving forward into poetry glory. There will also be snacks. \nCome on out this wednesday and make your voice heard\, your support felt and maybe even make a new friend. \nThe agenda is still in the works and will be posted within the days before the meeting. If you have a pressing issue that you’d like added to the agenda feel free to send a message to Jillian Christmas\, or Duncan Shields and they will add it to the agenda. There will also be some time given for new items at the meeting. \nHope to see you all there. \nThanks for making this community the lovely home that it is! \n**Accessibility info will be posted presently**
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/vancouver-poetry-slam-family-meeting-2/
LOCATION:13225167_10101363626834411_465633211_o
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/media/slamlogo-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160127T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160127T223000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20160125T190424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160125T190424Z
UID:1174-1453923000-1453933800@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Vancouver Poetry Slam Family Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Who is the Vancouver Poetry Slam Family? If you’re reading this\, then it probably includes YOU! Maybe you enjoy hearing poetry\, or reading it\, or hosting\, or volunteering\, or just knowing that there are people doing such things in a place where you are always welcome. And just like any family\, our Van Slam family needs to convene from time to time to make sure that voices are heard\, great ideas are drummed up\, and that this community has all of the fuel that it needs to keep moving forward into poetry glory. There will also be snacks. \nCome on out this wednesday and make your voice heard\, your support felt and maybe even make a new friend. \nThe agenda is still in the works and will be posted within the days before the meeting. If you have a pressing issue that you’d like added to the agenda feel free to send a message to Jillian Christmas\, or Duncan Shields and they will add it to the agenda. There will also be some time given for new items at the meeting. \nHope to see you all there. \nThanks for making this community the lovely home that it is! \n**Accessibility info will be posted presently**
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/vancouver-poetry-slam-family-meeting/
LOCATION:Woodwards Building\, 111 West Hastings\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 1H4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Van Slam
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160125T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160125T221500
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20151221T212858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151221T212858Z
UID:4384-1453752000-1453760100@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Crackerjack Lipsmacker Youth Poetry Slam #98 featuring Mariah Dear
DESCRIPTION:This will be your second to last chance to qualify for the youth slam playoffs in March. This is especially important because to qualify you must slam/compete at least twice during the season. That means if you have not competed yet but are interested in going out for the team then you need to compete in January and February and hopefully earn enough points to do so. \nThis event is open to poets who are between 13-20 years of age. Another stipulation for making the team is you cannot turn 21 years of age BEFORE Sept 1st\, 2016. \nAs well as the poetry slam we will have a feautre performance from our 2015 youth slam GRAND SLAM CHAMPION\, Mariah Dear \n“Mariah Dear began writing poetry as a child and in 2013 she began to actively compete in slam poetry competitions. She earned a spot as a member of the 2013 Vancouver Youth Slam Poetry Team which placed 4th in the country at YouthCanSlam\, Canada’s national youth slam poetry competition. She was a member of the team again in 2014 when the Vancouver Youth Slam Poetry Team placed 1st in the nation. In addition to this she was crowned UBC’s Grand Slam Champion in 2014 and had the honour of representing UBC at the Canadian Individual Poetry Slam (CIPS) where she placed 19th in the country. In 2015 she was crowned Vancouver’s Youth Grand Slam Champion and took on a leadership role with UBC Slam Poetry\, where she continues to organize and facilitate biweekly poetry workshops for people of all ages and experiences.” \nYou should prepare at least two 3 minute length poems for the competition (if you make the 2nd round.) No props or costumes or musical accompaniment allowed in your performance. You must also have written the work you perform. \n$4 for 18 and under. $6-$10 for 19 and up. \nWe acknowlege this event takes place on unceded Coast Salish Territory. We also strive to have our events be trans friendly spaces. Cafe Deux Soleils has single stall non gendered washrooms. We also strive to be wheelchair and mobility impaired accessible. \nBe nice to our door staff. They are volunteers and are working with the venues fire cood restrictions. CASH ONLY at the door. \nrcarcee2@gmail.com for more info.  \nBe weird\, be brave\, be yourself.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/crackerjack-lipsmacker-youth-poetry-slam-98-featuring-mariah-dear/
LOCATION:DMP-300×190
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160118T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20151226T180710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151226T180710Z
UID:1145-1453143600-1453154400@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:DMP features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, DMP. \nDaniel Mark Patterson (DMP) is a Spoken Word Artist who is not easy to define. He writes confessional\, heartbreaking poetry\, but is not a depressing poet. Sometimes he writes funny\, irreverent poetry\, but he is not a comedic poet. He is a traveler on the spectrum of human emotions telling tales of the journey. DMP is also a 6 time Slam Finalist (3 in Vancouver\, 3 in Ottawa) and a member of the 2014 Urban Legends Poetry Slam Team as well as a 2015 Capital Slam Team Member. \nHe wrote\, produced and acted in his own Spoken Word Theatre show Confessions of a Modern Day Penguin to glowing media reviews in 2015. He has released 7 chapbooks of poetry collectively known as The Modern Day Penguin Chronicles\, and his first book length manuscript Penguin by Lamplight will be released in the upcoming months. DMP is looking forward to gracing your stage and waddling into your heart. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/dmp-features-at-the-van-slam/
LOCATION:Café Deux Soleils\, 2096 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Van Slam
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160106T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20151221T213426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151221T213426Z
UID:1190-1452101400-1452110400@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Dewey Decibel Youth Poetry Workshop and Poetry Slam featuring Johnny MacRae
DESCRIPTION:Start the new year off with a poetry workshop and youth poetry slam featuring the wonderful Johnny MacRae. \nThis is a FREE event at the downtown branch of the Vancouver Public Library. We have a 1 hour writing workshop from 5:30-6:30 where poets create new work to be followed by an open mic/poetry slam. It’s open to poets 13-20 years of age. It’s a lot of fun and FREE. \nThere will also be a 3 poem mini feature by our workshop leader. \nJohnny MacRae is a mouthy poet. The 2013 Poet of Honour for the Victoria Spoken Word Festival\, he has been a regional and a national poetry slam champion. Since 2010\, MacRae has regularly toured across Canada and the United States\, both solo and as a member of psychedelic spoken word duo\, 2 Dope Boys in a Cadillac. \nWorkshop Description: “Lying to Tell the Truth” \nStarting from the premise that creative expression can never be “the honest truth\,” this workshop examines the creative possibilities of using fictional frameworks as a way to express personal truths. In particular\, this workshop focuses on channeling the personal urgency of speaking from the heart into extended metaphor\, as a means of making your poems for effective vehicles for what you want to say\, while expanding opportunities for random members of your audience to engage with your work.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/dewey-decibel-youth-poetry-workshop-and-poetry-slam-featuring-johnny-macrae/
LOCATION:Vancouver Poetry House Staff Picks for February
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160104T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20151226T175859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151226T175859Z
UID:4385-1451934000-1451944800@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Lucia Misch features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Lucia Misch. \nRaised at an astronomical observatory in California\, Lucia Misch began writing and performing as a teen. She placed second at the 2011 Canadian Individual Poetry Slam\, has been a member of the Vancouver Slam Team\, and continues to perform and teach poetry across North America. Lucia has written and presented spoken word pieces for organizations including Human Rights Watch and the United Food Workers Union Women’s Network\, been an an ArtStarts project poet in residence\, and performed this year as part of both the Vancouver Fringe Festival and the Vancouver Writer’s Festival. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/lucia-misch-features-at-the-van-slam-3/
LOCATION:DMP-300×190
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160104T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20151226T175708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151226T175708Z
UID:1143-1451934000-1451944800@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Lucia Misch features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Lucia Misch. \nRaised at an astronomical observatory in California\, Lucia Misch began writing and performing as a teen. She placed second at the 2011 Canadian Individual Poetry Slam\, has been a member of the Vancouver Slam Team\, and continues to perform and teach poetry across North America. Lucia has written and presented spoken word pieces for organizations including Human Rights Watch and the United Food Workers Union Women’s Network\, been an an ArtStarts project poet in residence\, and performed this year as part of both the Vancouver Fringe Festival and the Vancouver Writer’s Festival. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min)where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/lucia-misch-features-at-the-van-slam/
LOCATION:Café Deux Soleils\, 2096 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Van Slam
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151228T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151228T221500
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20151211T232153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151211T232153Z
UID:4382-1451332800-1451340900@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Youth Slam Dec 28th with Maya Hersh
DESCRIPTION:In between Christmas and New Year’s Eve can be a dead zone for many people. So if you’re feeling haggard and on low batteries come and recharge and reinvigorate at December’s youth poetry slam. \nIt’s open to poets 13-20 years of age. There are 2 rounds of competition with 12 poets in the first round and the top 5 (barring ties) in the second. No props or costumes or musical accompaniement may be used in your performance. You must write your own work and you do not have to memorize your poem. \nIf you are competing to make the 2016 youth slam team you must slam AT LEAST TWICE during the 2015/2016 season and you CANNOT be turning 21 BEFORE September 1st\, 2016. \nAll styles of poetry is welcome. \nWe also have a poetry open mic and a featured performer. This month we are truly lucky to have Seattle’s Maya Hersh as our featured poet \n“Maya Hersh is a three time member of the Seattle Poetry Slam team\, and has competed at National Poetry Slam\, Individual World Poetry Slam and Women of the World Poetry Slam. She was Seat tle Poetry Slam representative for Individual World Poetry Slam in 2012. Originally from the East coast\, she left her home slam to find a place with more rainfall and less bagels. She has been published in Pangaia magazine\, and featured on NPR and CBS. One time\, she was stuck in a cave for 12 hours\, but she has not written any poems about it yet.” \n$4 for 18 and under. $6-$10 for 19 and up. \nWe acknowledge this event is taking place on unceded Coast Salish Territory. We also strive to be a trans friendly venue so do your part in making everyone feel welcome. It’s CASH ONLY at the door and be please be kind to our door VOLUNTEERS. They are simply enforcing fire code regs passed on to them from the venue in regards to capacity rules. \nWe look forward to seeing you there.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/youth-slam-dec-28th-with-maya-hersh/
LOCATION:DMP-300×190
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151221T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151221T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20151216T023750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151216T023750Z
UID:4383-1450724400-1450735200@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Cathy Petch features at The Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Cathy Petch. \nCathy Petch is a playwright\, spoken word artist\, haiku deathmaster and musical saw player for The Silverhearts. Her new play “Mel Malarkey” is being produced by Theatre Trent. She has several handsome chapbooks and most recently published her poetry book “Late Night Knife Fights” with LyricalMyrical Press. She has been published by Descant\, The Toronto Quarterly and Joypuke journals. She is a member of The League of Canadian Poets and “The Dildettes” a queer spoken word/comedy troupe along with Regie Cabico and David Bateman. Petch was a member of both the 2011 and 2012 Toronto Poetry Slam Teams\, was the coach of the 2015 team and is the creative director of “Hot Damn It’s A Queer Slam”. She is happiest onstage. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min) where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/cathy-petch-features-at-the-van-slam-2/
LOCATION:DMP-300×190
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/media/petch-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151221T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151221T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20151216T023448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151216T023448Z
UID:1138-1450724400-1450735200@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Cathy Petch features at The Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Cathy Petch. \nCathy Petch is a playwright\, spoken word artist\, haiku deathmaster and musical saw player for The Silverhearts. Her new play “Mel Malarkey” is being produced by Theatre Trent. She has several handsome chapbooks and most recently published her poetry book “Late Night Knife Fights” with LyricalMyrical Press. She has been published by Descant\, The Toronto Quarterly and Joypuke journals. She is a member of The League of Canadian Poets and “The Dildettes” a queer spoken word/comedy troupe along with Regie Cabico and David Bateman. Petch was a member of both the 2011 and 2012 Toronto Poetry Slam Teams\, was the coach of the 2015 team and is the creative director of “Hot Damn It’s A Queer Slam”. She is happiest onstage. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min) where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/cathy-petch-features-at-the-van-slam/
LOCATION:Café Deux Soleils\, 2096 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Van Slam
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151214T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20151203T054532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151203T054532Z
UID:4381-1450119600-1450130400@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Shyla Hardwick features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Poetry House presents feature poet\, Shyla Hardwick. \nShyla Hardwick is a queer poet and biologist from Detroit\, MI interested in exploring the transitional space between different levels of organization. Shyla teaches\, reads\, and learns at schools\, venues\, and bookstores across the nation. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min) where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/shyla-hardwick-features-at-the-van-slam/
LOCATION:DMP-300×190
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151214T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20151203T054318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151203T054318Z
UID:1131-1450119600-1450130400@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Shyla Hardwich features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Poetry House presents feature poet\, Shyla Hardwick. \nShyla Hardwick is a queer poet and biologist from Detroit\, MI interested in exploring the transitional space between different levels of organization. Shyla teaches\, reads\, and learns at schools\, venues\, and bookstores across the nation. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min) where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/shyla-hardwich-features-at-the-van-slam/
LOCATION:Café Deux Soleils\, 2096 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Van Slam
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151207T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20151203T053215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151203T053215Z
UID:4380-1449514800-1449525600@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Tasha Receno features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Tasha Receno. \nTasha Receno is a Spoken Word Artist\, a Non-Fiction and a Fiction writer. She has competed in the Canadian Festival of Spoken Word representing Vancouver in 2014. Has made it to the finals stage of the Canadian Individual Poetry Slam Championships in 2015\, Competed in National Poetry Slam alongside the Vancouver Poetry Slam Team in Oakland and Saskatoon in 2015\, and is the 2015 Vancouver Poetry Grand Slam Champion. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min) where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/tasha-receno-features-at-the-van-slam-2/
LOCATION:DMP-300×190
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151207T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151207T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20151203T052958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151203T052958Z
UID:1129-1449471600-1449525600@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Tasha Receno features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Tasha Receno. \nTasha Receno is a Spoken Word Artist\, a Non-Fiction and a Fiction writer. She has competed in the Canadian Festival of Spoken Word representing Vancouver in 2014. Has made it to the finals stage of the Canadian Individual Poetry Slam Championships in 2015\, Competed in National Poetry Slam alongside the Vancouver Poetry Slam Team in Oakland and Saskatoon in 2015\, and is the 2015 Vancouver Poetry Grand Slam Champion. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min) where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam. Before 7pm.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/tasha-receno-features-at-the-van-slam/
LOCATION:Café Deux Soleils\, 2096 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Van Slam
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151130T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T153817
CREATED:20151111T222249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151111T222249Z
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SUMMARY:Paradigm features at the Van Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver poetry house presents feature poet\, Paradigm. \nA native of the Universe\, Joann Cathleen Roberts — known as simply “Jo” or by her recent stage alias “Paradigm”– grew up in the Chicago area. A poet/MC\, musician\, and producer; she discovered a love for playing instruments\, such as drums\, bass\, and guitar at the age of 10 and by 13 was writing her own poetry and songs. \nJo’s focus is the promotion of reflection\, growth\, healing\, and awareness through art. She is known for her laid back\, mellow stage presence that is complimented by powerful words and has had featured shows from Japan and Las Vegas\, to Chicago\, New York City\, and Atlanta. Jo has also performed poetry on stage with Reggae artist Pato Banton and has opened for Dr. Cornel West at Everett College in Washington. Her work has been featured on many LGBTQ websites\, blog talk radio stations\, and promoted by many organizations such as Butch Voices\, The Quare Square Collective\, and The Spitfire Poetry Group. She is the Savannah Slam champion for years 2013 and 2014\, and continues to release a number of albums and poetry books since first taking her art on the road in 2012. \nIf not gracing the stage Jo is either traveling\, hosting poetry workshops\, tutoring and teaching Math to middle school students\, dwelling in nature\, stargazing\, and/or volunteering with various clubs and organizations. Her passions include both astronomy and physics\, metaphysics\, human (r)evolution\, and having a positive impact on the world via artistic expression and art therapy. Jo studied Philosophy and Aviation Flight in college\, and is a licensed private pilot. \nAs always\, there will be an open mic and two-round poetry slam\, (3 min) where poets accumulate points to qualify for the Van Slam team. \nCafe Deux Soleils and the Van Slam strive to be a trans friendly place and a hate speech free zone. Help us with that. We also acknowledge that this event takes place on unceded First Nations Territory. \nAlso\, be kind to our VOLUNTEER door staff. They have to follow BC Liquor Board Rules and once we are sold out we can’t let anyone in unless someone leaves. You cannot save seats for people in line. Let them know if you are leaving. Also no ATM at the door\, it’s cash ONLY. \nGet there early if you want a seat or want to slam
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/paradigm-features-at-the-van-slam/
LOCATION:Café Deux Soleils\, 2096 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Van Slam
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151125T190000
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SUMMARY:The Anarchy Slam
DESCRIPTION:Art is best with rules. That’s a rule. \nPoetry Slams have lots of rules\, that’s what makes them great art. Some people seem to disagree with this clearly factual scientific based rule fact so we’re tossing it all out the window! It’s going to be anarchy I tell you! Anarchy! Once you set foot on that stage there are no rules! \nThat’s right! It’s an anarchy slam. So where there used to be a rules such as: \nNo Props\nNo Costumes\nNo Musical Accompaniment\nNo Animal Acts\nNo Nudity\nWork must be original\nNo Team Poems \nNOW WE’VE JUST REPLACED THOSE RULES AND ENCOURAGE: \nBring Props\nWear Costumes\nUse some Musical accompaniment (Please\, Please\, Please\, someone have a theremin)\nTrained Animal Acts!! ( They can be untrained but let’s be safe here\, people. Don’t cover yourself in meat to lure a cougar from North Van onto the Seabus then onto the skytrain then finally onto the stage just cause you couldn’t be bothered to ask Facebook if there was a cat to borrow. It’s Vancouver; someone has a cat. We all have cats.)\nNo Nudity (probably still a good guideline but that’s all it can be this time)\nPerform someone elses work!\nDo a group Poem.\nDo All of the above!!\nHave a question? Why? Stop that. The answer is do it\, there’s no rules anymore. \nDoors and up at 7pm. $6-$10 Sliding scale. Show at 8 o’clock. Who knows how long it will go for. \nWe acknowledge this event is taking place on unceded Coast Salish Territory. We also strive to be a trans friendly venue. Please be kind to our volunteer door staff. They are simply enforcing fire code rules when allowing people into the venue. CASH ONLY at the door.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/the-anarchy-slam-2/
LOCATION:DMP-300×190
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