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Poetry Retreat

October 5th-8th, Norfolk

A weekend to learn, to relax, to write, to meet other poets, and, most importantly, to have fun. 

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Submissions Now Open!

2023 Poetry Contest &

2023 Performance Poetry Contest

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Monthly on the First Tuesday

Nebraska Poets Reading Series

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2024 Dates to Come

National Slam Qualifier

Hanna Johnson won the 2023 Slam Tryout and will be representing Nebraska at nationals in June. 

Who will be the winning spoken word poet to represent Nebraska at the BlackBerry Peach National Slam Poetry Competition in 2024? Will it be you?

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BlackBerry Peach National Slam Poetry Competition

2024 Dates to Come

The top 40 spoken word poets from across the country compete for cash prizes and the National title.  

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Slam Across Nebraska

Coming Soon

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Annual Poetry Convention

June 22nd-June 26th, Des Moines

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2024 Dates to Come

Slam Under the Sun

Spoken word poets are taking the stage at the Omaha Summer Arts Festival in Aksarben Village. It's the largest festival of the summer, and we are showcasing the best. You won't want to miss this performance. Find us at the Gazebo in the park.

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