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LIVE OPEN POETRY CONTEST AND JAZZ (WIN $100 CASH & TIX)

LIVE POETRY READING & JAZZ

ENTERY YOUR POETRY NOW FOR A CHANCE TO WIN $100 PLUS FREE ADMISSION TO A SHOW OF YOUR CHOOSING!

TO SIGN UP FOR THE POETRY CONTEST

EMAIL US YOUR PIECE HERE (ONE PIECE PER PERSON)

This is a live poetry & Jazz event, free admission to all (MUST BE 21+).

HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE POETRY CONTEST?

To participate in the contest, you must submit your poetry before 5pm, March 7th. Your piece must be read by you, or a representative to you. Pieces submitted but un-claimed at the event will not be considered for the contest.

WHAT IS THE WINNING PRIZE FOR THE CONTEST?

$100 & A SINGLE FREE ADMISSION TO THE SHOW OF YOUR CHOOSING (AS LONG AS IT’S NOT SOLD OUT)

EVENT DOOR OPENS AT 8PM

READING BEGINS AT OR AROUND 8:30PM

ABOUT VELVET WHIP:

Velvet Whip is located in the Eraserhood near 11TH & Wood Street. Exact location & entrance information are attached in the automated ticket confirmation when tickets are purchased. Please save your event onto the calendar and allow time for transportation, parking, etc.

ACCESS & PARKING:

  • 10 minute walk from the 11th St. Station on the Market Frankford line.

  • We are five minutes from the offramp on 676, 95& 76.

  • There is a set of stairs to get into the venue, the venue is not wheelchair accessible.

  • There is a wheelchair onsite for anyone who might need.

  • If you need any entry assistance, please contact us first before purchasing tickets.

FOR PAID PARKING:

FOR METERED PARKING:

  • Best option is on Callowhill Street between 10th & 12th street, plenty of curb available

QUESTIONS LOCATION OR YOUR TICKETS

If you did not receive the ticket confirmation, please check your spam folder! Or contact us immediately to re-issue your confirmation (we will need the information you used to purchase the tickets).

MASKING AND SOCIAL DISTANCING POLICIES

We follow CDC guideline with regard to masking & general social distancing policies.

If you are feeling sick, or are afraid of getting sick, please do not attend a show that might risk your own health.

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