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Ascent Aspirations Magazine
Ascent Aspirations Magazine is a combination of an Online Literary Journal published quarterly
and a print magazine/anthology published semi-annually.
Bolts of Fiction
STORY SLAM DARES WRITING NATION TO ACT! Put your words where your mouth is.
Calgary International Spoken Word Festival
Blog
Crimson Coast Dance Society
The mission of the Crimson Coast Dance Society is to develop and support contemporary dance
creations, productions, performances and educational opportunities at both grass roots and professional levels
in Central Vancouver Island.
Forest Fest
Alberni Forest Fest originated from the desire of community
members to create a unique arts festival in the context of a celebration of heritage and culture of the West
Coast at McLean Mill National Historic site— Canada’s only operating steam powered saw mill.
The McLean Mill creates an ambiance of the past and has been the host to Forest Fest for three years running.
Each year Forest Fest gets bigger and better. We hope that you will come this year and enjoy our many new and exciting events.
Freestyle Drumming
Internationally known as a World Class Percussionist, composer and educator, Pamela Lynn is building
a successful career in the field of World Music. Pamela's unique and captivating sound was developed
by fusing the interwoven sounds of West African and Middle Eastern rhythms with her own contemporary style.
Her concept of "Freestyle Drumming" evolved from a strong desire to share her passion for drumming with
people of all ages. Pamela's natural sense of artistry enables her to be a dynamic entertainer and
an inspirational teacher, compelled to share her gifts with an ever-growing audience.
Koo Press
Korpo Radio
First, take some good poems. Stir in some flavourful musical accompaniment. Then
record it as a wave or mp3 file and sent it to korpo_records@yahoo.com with the title
'Korpo'. If we like it, we'll send you lots of platonic love and play it on a future episode.
If you have mp3s of poetry readings, or other spoken word events you want to hear on our show,
send those along too.
Nanaimo Screen Writers Gathering
The Nanaimo Screenwriters Gathering (NSG) is a group devoted to writers for film and TV. There are two
components to the group - monthly gatherings and their website.
Planet Earth Poetry
Planet Earth Poetry is hosted weekly at The Black Stilt Coffee Lounge from 7-10pm every Friday. Everyone
is welcome to read, listen or just relax – come and check out Victoria's premiere poetry night right here at
The Black Stilt. All events have free admission unless otherwise stated - though a donation to the musicians hat
is always very much appreciated.
The Art Bar
The Art Bar is recognized as Canada's longest running poetry-only, weekly reading series. Since 1991,
it has featured both emerging and established poets from across Canada and occasionally from abroad.
It has become a hub for the poetry community, and entry point for new voices, a place for people to
enjoy one of the oldest arts.
The Creative Spin
A marketing resource for artists, craftsmen, musicians & entertainers -
anyone dedicated to making a living from their crafts and talent.
The Lawrence House Centre for the Arts
The Lawrence House Centre for the Arts is a community based,
independent, not for profit organization committed to creating awareness and involvement
in the arts within the Lambton region. It is the location for a Spoken Word open mic event
hosted by Writers in Transition (WIT) on the last Friday of every month except December, July, and August.
The Roar 2007 Spoken Word Festival
Seniors 101
Your Guide to Vancouver Island and Beyond
Thora Howell's Blog: Informative Book Reviews
Thora is a former librarian and bookseller who
has received all kinds of honours for her work in conspiring to bring the joy of reading to all people.
This blog allows her to record and comment on her ongoing activities, which include active
promotional work in addition to reading like a fiend. It will also allow those who know and admire
her to keep in touch and exchange book talk.
Tongue and Groove Music
Compelling Spoken Word supported by infectious rhythm.
Tongues of Fire
Tongues of Fire Poetry Slam is a slam poetry competition out of the Solstice cafe in Victoria, BC.
Vancouver Society of Storytelling
The Vancouver Society of Storytelling is committed to the development and encouragement of storytelling
as an art form and to increase the public's appreciation of storytelling and oral traditions. There is
a strong commitment to multiculturalism and service to the storytelling community.
Wordfringe Festival, Aberdeen, Scotland
Acme Food Co.
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