Tag: Writing events

Okoboji Writers Retreat

Post author By Brooks White
Post date June 17, 2025

Join Founder Ana McCracken at the Okoboji Writers Retreat this Fall. The Okoboji Writers Retreat is a unique gathering on the shores of West Lake Okoboji filled with inspiration, creativity and community. Whether you’re polishing a manuscript or just getting started, you’ll find expert-led sessions, supportive peers and plenty of time to write in a beautiful lakeside setting.

Get the Early Bird Discount before July 15 by clicking Here!

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Iowa Poetry Association Poetry Slam – Ames Qualifier

Post author By Nicole Phelon
Post date January 7, 2025

The 2025 IPA Poetry Slam Season is upon us! We are hosting a series of four qualifying poetry slams across the state in search of our 2025 IPA Poetry Slam Champion. The top three poets from each qualifier will automatically advance to the IPA Poetry Slam Finals to be held on April 5, 2024 as part of Poetry Palooza! The winner of the IPA Poetry Slam Finals will be named the 2025 Iowa Champion and earn an IPA-sponsored spot in the 2025 BlackBerry Peach National Poetry Slam. This year’s national slam will be held in Albuquerque, New Mexico on July 23-26, 2025.

Find a qualifying slam near you and save the date! Find the full slam rules and registration details at iowapoetry.com/slam.htm

If you didn’t register, no worries! Come on out to cheer on the poets, enjoy poetry, and/or volunteer to judge! All are welcome!

For questions, please contact Kelsey Bigelow at [email protected]

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