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December 4th, 2008
10:02 am - And the winner for 2009 WOWps rep is...
The Writers' Block Poetry Night is proud to present our 2009 Women of the World representative: VERNELL BRISTOW! This is only the second year for the national competition, and we are proud to be sending so phenomenal a poet to such a prestigious event. The WB is very proud of Vernell and honored by her win. She has spent years working on the local scene and this is her first chance to represent Columbus as an individual competitor. She joins an esteemed class of poet in this adventure, and it is extra special that a co-founder of our highly lauded night is competing on our behalf. It is a testimony to her many years of sacrifice as well as to her growth as a perfomer and a writer. Congratulations Vernell! You can help her on her way right now by donating any amount to help her get to Detroit in March for the big show! She's got to raise money for travel, registration and hotel, so don't skimp on our girl! 
http://writersblock poetry.rewriting ovid.net/ WOWpsDonate. php Big ups to all of the poets who slammed this season, and especially to the ladies who went head-to-head last night at what much of the audience I spoke to last night thought was one of the best shows they've ever seen at the WB. We appreciate that, and we're always trying to give you that kind of show, so keep up the great support you've given all of our shows all year long! You get what you give in thsi business, son! See you next Wednesday! The next slam season starts in January for the team competition! www.writersblockpoe try.com
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December 1st, 2008
November 13th, 2008
10:26 am - 2008 Poets Choice Winners!
1) Most memorable political poem (note "most memorable" allows for best or worst) –
Osama is Bad – JJ
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Erin in Benin – Joanna Schroeder
2) Most memorable love poem –
The Most Beautiful Girl in the Projects – Scott Woods
3) Most memorable funny poem –
“How Much is that Doggie in the Window” – Kim Brazwell
4) Most memorable catch-phrase -
“Bob Dole!” – Bill Campana
5) Most memorable metaphor –
A lonely broom sweeping a dirty floor – Bill Campana
6) Most memorable image -
Dwray and his bandana
7) Most memorable use of a pop culture reference -
Bob Ross – Scott Woods
8) Most improved poet –
Patrick Russell
9) Favorite feature –
b) Karen G & Theresa Davis (Atlanta)
10) Most hardcore poet -
d) Scott Woods
11) Loudest poet –
Bill Campana
12) Best heckler –
Tyrone
13) Best special show or slam –
Haiku Deathmatch
&
Prince Lyrics Slam
14) Poet most likely to cause their children (future or existing) therapy –
Dave Noble
15) Poet most likely to vote Republican -
Vernell Bristow
16) Poet most likely to break the 3-minute rule -
Scott Woods
17) Poet most likely to wear a costume -
Joanna
18) Best impersonation -
Rachel Reid as Marc Stohl
19) Poet most likely to need a hug -
Gina Blaurock
20) Poet most likely to break a heart –
Zak Houston
21) Poet most likely to be arrested this year –
Teri Collins
22) Poet most likely to be moonlighting as a college professor –
Louise Robertson
23) Poet most likely to be moonlighting as a pimp –
Tyrone
24) Poet most likely to find God –
Dwray
25) Poet most likely to marry a poet –
Kym McIntyre
26) Poet most likely to have a trust fund -
Dave Noble
27) Poet most likely to be spanked by Vernell –
Anyone
28) Poet most likely to open for a rap group -
Wiggins
29) Poet most likely to open for Prince –
Missy
30) Poet most unlike themselves when on the mic –
Patrick
31) Mr. Under-appreciated Poet –
Joe
32) Ms. Under-appreciated Poet –
Gina Blaurock
33) The E. A. Poe Award –
(This award will go to the poet deemed to best exemplify the quality, fun and love of poetry that the WB Poetry Night represents on a consistent basis.)
Joanna Schroeder
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November 11th, 2008
06:20 pm - The 2008 WB Poets Choice Ballot
The Awards Ceremony is tomorrow night but we figured people might want to see who and what was on the 2008 ballot...
( Read more... )
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November 10th, 2008
10:17 am - WED: Featured Reader & Poets Choice Awards!
TWO BIG SHOWPIECES IN ONE! We have a featured poet AND the awards ceremony for our Poets Choice Awards this Wednesday! FEATURED READER: TONY BROWN
Tony is a prolific and profound writer, with a poetric voice that transcends and a performance style that not only engages, but makes you feel a part of the poem. He has a sharp, critical wit - especially when it comes to poetry - and unlike most critics, he has the chops to back-up the insight. Hailing from slam and traditional poetic traditions out of the poetry-rich land of Worcestor, Mass., Tony also writes a monthly column for GotPoetry.com entitled "Zero Point Zero". In a year featuring incredible features, our last feature of 2008 brings us home with a personal and inimitable style. POETS CHOICE AWARDS
It's that magic time! Find out who audiences thought was the most improved poet of 2008! Or the poet most likely to open for Prince! Or the best piece of imagery in a poem! If there were an Oscar for poetry, this would be it! 
Writers' Block Poetry Night Wednesdays - 8 PM - $5 @ Kafe Kerouac - 2250 N. High St.
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October 28th, 2008
08:55 am - Call for Poets: Columbus State College Slam
This is a call for poets to slam at a show on Thursday, Nov. 6 at Columbus State Community College at either 7 or 8 PM (checking on that again).
The Writers' Block has been asked to provide poets and run a slam for this program, which will also feature Harlem 125 as a feature.
125 goes back a long way with WB (from the beginning!) and it's going to be a really hot show between him and us.
5 poets are needed, preferably poets with Slam experience. You don't have to have made a team or anything, but this isn't the gig to figure out IF you can slam or to overcome your fear of Slam. This is the gig for people who like to bring heat to shows. CSCC doesn't get this kind of action a lot, so the WB has to represent.
If interested, hit me up backchannel: sewoods1@yahoo.com by end of Wednesday (tomorrow).
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October 27th, 2008
10:36 pm - Halloween Slam!
This week's flyer: This week is going to be a blast: it's our ANNUAL HALLOWEEN SLAM! Come dressed up as whatever and slam as your character (or related to your character)! Or come dressed up and watch the show: we have a costume contest whether you slam or not! AND we have a $1 discount for those in costume! Scariest Costume / Best Costume / Sexiest Costume / Funniest Costume...go for the gold! ALSO: Nominations have been tabulated for our second Poet's Choice Awards and will be available as of Wednesday! Ballots will ONLY be sent via email to the members of the WB email list (to control voting), so if you're not on that list yet, get on it by Wednesday to receive a ballot. Told you membership had its privileges! Don't know how? Just send an email to: WritersBlockPoetry- subscribe@ yahoogroups. com ...and you'll automatically be added to the list. Writers' Block Poetry Night @ Kafe Kerouac 2250 N. High St. $5 at door / $4 if in costume Starts @ 8:00
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October 3rd, 2008
08:52 pm - The 2008 WB Poet's Choice Awards
The 2008 Writers’ Block Poet’s Choice Awards Nominations may be posted here (signed by username or anonymous) from January 1, 2008 to October 1, 2008 from any show, poem or poet in the same period.
You may submit as many nominations as you like throughout the year.
( Read more... )
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September 30th, 2008
11:19 am - CALL: Halloween Slam for Library Kids
All,
On Monday, October 27 @ 6:00 at the Parsons Library the Writers' Block Poetry Night will be sponsoring a Halloween Slam!
This event is all ages and free, with a focus on work aimed at kids.
Costumes are mandatory and your poetry should reflect your character in some way.
Depending on how many poets sign-up, it may be a two or three round slam (don't worry: the third round will likely be haiku. In fact, a few haikus on hand is always encouraged for introduction purposes as well).
I'd like to have about 5 or 6 poets for this. Get at me backchannel at sewoods1@yahoo. com by September 30.
I have a Mad Scientist, a pirate and a wizard on deck already!
Doesn't pay, but if you slam in this you won't have to pay to get into Wednesday's show (which will be our annual WB Halloween Slam!)
If you have costume issues, need help with poems - whatever - let me know.
Spread the word!
Scott Woods
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September 12th, 2008
11:16 am - CALL FOR POETS: Halloween Library Slam!
All,
On Monday, October 27 at the Parsons Library the Writers' Block Poetry Night will be sponsoring a Halloween Slam!
This event is all ages and free, with a focus on work aimed at kids.
Costumes are mandatory and your poetry should reflect your character in some way.
Depending on how many poets sign-up, it may be a two or three round slam (don't worry: the third round will likely be haiku. In fact, a few haikus on hand is always encouraged for introduction purposes as well).
I'd like to have about 5 or 6 poets for this. Get at me backchannel at sewoods1@yahoo.com by September 30.
I have a Mad Scientist on deck already!
Doesn't pay, but if you slam in this you won't have to pay to get into Wednesday's show (which is be our annual WB Halloween Slam!)
If you have costume issues, need help with poems - whatever - let me know.
Spread the word!
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