May 27th Poetry Jam

There were 3 feature poets this evening. Bernard Hankins, the talented poet, emcee, pianist, percusionist and videographer. He tantalized our ears with love poems incorporating technology terminology. Comma, so honest and powerful that you have to take a pause (comma) before the sentence continues. Lastly, there was Ralph Williams, reminding use that God has a funny way [...]

April 29th Poetry Jam

Adam Henry was so awesome at the 1st jam, that we just had to bring him back. He not only came back with a bang, but he brought 5 of his very talented friends with him.  A devoute Christian, all of his poems point to the person, power and work of Christ. If he gave [...]

The 1st Poetry Jam

The 1st Poetry Jam was hosted by Charlottesville Abundant Life Ministries in honor of Beloved Community Award Winner and Poet Vaughn Yountz.  It was at Bel Rio, CALM was the host and organizer (with much help from Annie Yoder), Ebony was MC and Vaughn the feature. Talent came out of the woodworks of Charlottesville ending in [...]