“It sounds so aggressive, the idea of a poetry slam. But it’s actually kind of been dubbed the friendliest competition in town,” says Woosh Kinaadeiyi Poetry Grand Slam co-founder Christy NaMee Eriksen.
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Christy NaMee Eriksen braids words and music to effect change
Eriksen is throwing a release party tonight for her new album, which will include live music and performance.
Woosh Kinaadeiyi Poetry Slam
Since 2010, poets have been taking the stage at open mics and poetry slams hosted by the Woosh Kinaadeiyi arts non-profit organization.