This week in Anthology-

- Carpe Diem, Adero Itero
- Anthology Volunteer Meeting this Saturday
- 2006 Mesa Slam Points Update
- Phoenix Library "Coffeehouses"
- Glendale Library to Pack Poetry Punch in April
- Anthology Board Member to Feature in April
- Essenzaslam Poetry Slam
- February Greater Phoenix Poetry Slam
- Artist of the Week
- A Peak into the Future
- Become a Member of Anthology
- Copyright, List Information

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Carpe Diem, Adero Itero
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The Feb issue of CDAI is out and about, complete with a calendar of
poetry readings around the valley. Find the paper copy, or download
the PDF from http://www.anthology.org/NewsletterPDF/
2006_Feb_Newsletter.pdf .

Dave is looking for poetry and article submissions, new events to add
to the calendar, and any other literary tidbit you'd like to share!
and you can get details from him at his brand spankin' new email
address of davepeacemesa@.... Seriously, send him some stuff.
This is open to all writers and poets, and not limited to members.

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Anthology Volunteer Meeting this Saturday
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Have you ever wanted to make a difference in your community? Are you
interested in the literary arts? Anthology's monthly Volunteer
meeting is Saturday, February 25th at NOON (contrary to the Carpe
Diem Newsletter :). Please join us if you would like to be involved
in the best literary arts organization in Phoenix. We need your help,
join us at-

Essenza Coffeehouse
1350 S Longmore, Mesa
(480) 461-0445 for directions


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2006 Mesa Slam Points Update
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If you are interested in trying out to make the 2006 Mesa National
Slam Team and attend the 2006 National Poetry Slam in Austin, TX this
coming August, Essenzaslam is the only venue in Phoenix that is a PSI
qualified venue to send a team to this event. If you'd like to learn
more, we have prepared a PDF of information that would be useful to
you, and you can download it here:
http://www.anthology.org/NewsletterPDF/2006slamoffqualify.pdf

Point standings as of 2/7/2006

Poets (Top 12 Slamoff Eligible*)
Name Points
Corbet Dean 14
Michael K. 12
Manifest Destiny 12
Doyle 12
Tristan 10
Ivan Chavez 10
The Klute 9
Sean Kueter 9
Lauren Perry 9
Kelsey Miller 9
Ashley Mack 9
Sammie 8
Patrick Hare 8
Joseph 8
MCMG 6
Kevin Patterson 6
Gab 5
Joan Darque 4
Bill Campana 4
Alix 4
The Amendment 2
T. Poe 2
Skye 2
Sammi 2
Robin 2
Rob C. 2
Nate Romero 2
Mr Fripp 2
Jose Magana 2
Hal 2
Brandy Lintecum 2
Arrian Wissel 2
Bob Nelson 1

* Tiebreakers decided by cumulative score totals from all
participating slams


Next Points Slams:

Wednesday, February 22nd, 2006
The Paper Heart
750 NW Grand Ave, Phoenix
(602) 262-2020
$5 Cover
First 10 slammers free
- Participants in this slam earn two points, regardless of finish

Thursday, February 16th- 8PM
Essenza Coffeehouse
1350 S Longmore, Mesa
(480) 461-0445 for directions
Free to get in, $1 to slam
- Participants in the slam earn points based on finish

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Phoenix Library "Coffeehouses"
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Local poets are partnering with The Phoenix Library and Anthology in
presenting performance poetry at a series of in-library "Coffeehouse"
events in March and April. These poets will be performing and hosting
an open mic during these shows for teens:
Friday, March 24th, Central Library Teen Central- Bob Nelson
Saturday, April 7th Juniper: 19th Ave & Union Hills- Bill Campana
Friday, April 21st, Saguaro: 48th Street and Thomas- Brent Hefron
Saturday, April 22nd Acacia: Dunlap and Northern- Kevin Patterson
Friday, April 28th, Cholla: Metro Center Mall- Sharon Skinner

Show up and support your poets in action!

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Glendale Library to Pack Poetry Punch in April
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With April being national Poetry Month and all, it only serves the
community right to be able to pack as much poetry as possible into
it! And it just keeps on coming! Join us April 4th for the Anthology
VOY Slam, featuring students from across the valley showcasing their
talents for the Glendale's Main Library Auditorium.

Then, Join Anthology again on April 19th for the Biggest Poetry Slam
Glendale has ever seen, again at the Main Library's Auditorium.

Times and more details on you can participate in these shows coming-
NEXT WEEK!

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Anthology Board Member to Feature in April
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This last week saw the announcement that Anthology Board Member The
Klute would be the featured participant at the 7th Annual Poetry
Central Event. 2006 marks his 3rd year of affiliation with the
program, reaching out to teens and encouraging them to participate in
performance poetry. Klute also recently appeared at The Bowery Poetry
Club in New York and will also be featuring at the Dayton, Ohio Grand
Slam in April.


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Essenzaslam Poetry Slam
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As one of the oldest running slams in the country, Essenzaslam
continue to make performance poetry history. Seventeen slammers hit
the mic last week, with big crowds. Join us each Thursday as we
continue to provide the best performance poetry in Phoenix...


Essenza Coffeehouse
1350 S Longmore, Mesa
(480) 461-0445 for directions

hosted by The Klute (mesaslam@...)

Free to get in, $1 to slam, 8PM start

Appearing THIS THURSDAY:
Aaron Johnson, of Flagstaff, AZ
His Bio:
Aaron Johnson was born and raised in Phoenix, AZ.
As a young teen, he worked at Arby's. It was here that he saw a
lefthander chop off his thumb in a roast beef slicer. Being a lefty
too, Aaron was permanently scarred for life and began writing and
performing poetry.
In 2001, he ventured to Rome, Italy to perform poetry, and was
crowned International Poetry Interpretation Champion. He was then
recruited on to Northern Arizona University on a speech and debate
scholarship.
Aaron “Lefty” Johnson has been to two NORAZ Grand Slams, a member of
the 2005 NORAZ Slam team, and ranked #1 for the 2005 slam season.
Adam Rubinstein of Albuquerque said good things about Aaron that the
newsletter writer had to leave off, but if you want to know what Adam
said about Aaron- be at the slam and ask him (Aaron that is).

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The Greater Phoenix Poetry Slam
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Make sure you join us for the 6th Greater Phoenix Poetry Slam,
February 22nd at The Paper Heart in Phoenix-

The Paper Heart
750 NW Grand Ave
Phoenix, AZ
(602) 262-2020

hosted by Bob Nelson (bob@...)

$5 Cover, 8PM start

The first 10 poets may sign up for spots and compete without an entry
fee or cover charge. Poets 11-15 may sign up with a $5 entry fee.
First place will be $50, Second $30 and Third $20.

February's Feature:
Aaron Johnson, of Flagstaff, AZ
His Bio:
Aaron Johnson was born and raised in Phoenix, AZ.
As a young teen, he worked at Arby's. It was here that he saw a
lefthander chop off his thumb in a roast beef slicer. Being a lefty
too, Aaron was permanently scarred for life and began writing and
performing poetry.
In 2001, he ventured to Rome, Italy to perform poetry, and was
crowned International Poetry Interpretation Champion. He was then
recruited on to Northern Arizona University on a speech and debate
scholarship.
Aaron “Lefty” Johnson has been to two NORAZ Grand Slams, a member of
the 2005 NORAZ Slam team, and ranked #1 for the 2005 slam season.
Adam Rubinstein of Albuquerque said good things about Aaron that the
newsletter writer had to leave off, but if you want to know what Adam
said about Aaron- be at the slam and ask him (Aaron that is).


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Artist of the Week
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Attention Anthology Members, submit information about yourself and
become an Artist of the week in this newsletter. Include links to
your website, where you are performing, a brief bio, and even Paypal
links for people to purchase your merchandise.
Anthology members at any level are eligible, and you will be reaching
Thousands of (pairs of) Eyes.

For more information, email bob@...

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2006 Mesa National Slamoff Update
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The 2006 Mesa national Slamoff is coming, are you ready?

April 28th, 2006 8PM
Del Sol Reception Hall
236 S Mesa Dr
Mesa, AZ

Tickets go on sale: March 15th, $7 in advance, $10 night of show

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Become a Member of Anthology
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http://www.anthology.org/Membership.html

Now is the Best time to become an Anthology member if you are not
already one. Anthology members get exclusive access to paying
performance opportunities, discounts on event registration fees, FREE
TICKETS to events, and a whole lot more. And the best part, is you
can join with as little as $10.

Your membership Dues may also be sent by check or money order, using
the information below...
Anthology, C/O Memberships, PO Box 4411, Mesa, AZ 85211-4411
Checks may be made out to Anthology, Inc. Receipts will be sent to
address submitted to Anthology. Enclose your name, address, and email
address.


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Copyright, List Information
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Anthology’s mission is to promote performance poetry and associated
literary arts in the greater Phoenix community by providing
opportunities for artists to perform their work and by making
spokenword arts accessible to a diverse audience.

This Week in Anthology Copyright 2006 Anthology, Inc. Reproduction of
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Greater Phoenix Poetry Slam, VOY, Voices of Youth, Carpe Diem, Adero
Itero, The SpokenWorld Show are marks of Anthology, Inc.

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