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The ALL LOVE & THUNDER Poetry Slam - past event
The ALL LOVE & THUNDER Poetry Slam took place on Friday, June 19, 2026, at 8 p.m. at Affirmations in Ferndale. The event honored William Dorsey Swann and celebrated the power of love through poetic competition.
Honoring William Dorsey Swann, America’s first known drag queen and gay resistance leader, this slam showcased poets battling over three rounds judged by five judges. Competitors performed 3-minute poems advancing through rounds with a $619 grand prize awarded to the winner. The event combined poetry, passion, and community spirit in a memorable evening.
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Source: Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center ↗
Last successful source check: Nov 10, 2026, 3:30 AM
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