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The Wednesday Night Open Mic Poetry Reading founded in 1989 as "The Spa City Poetry Reading" and is believed to be the world's oldest continuous Wednesday open mic poetry reading. Printed articles about this local event have appeared in local newsprint, and in publications throughout the U.S. including People Magazine. It is often hosted by the man who founded The Poet’s Loft, Bud Kenney. The Spa City Poetry Slam is an uncensored competition the for spoken word artist. Founded in 1997, the staple prize allotted for the Wonder Poet in 3rd place has always remained "A Loaf of Wonder Bread and Can of Spam". The prize money has changed over the years and now stands at $25 for the poet in 1st place and a new journal for the 2nd place winner. Feature slots are available for every event. The Arkansas Grand Slam spoken word competition for individual poets is the world's most prestigious live invitational competition specifically in existence to celebrate the art of spoken word and the artists who perform it. Honored, I humbly bow....The very first Arkansas Grand Slam was held in November of 1997. There is no other poetry competition on this earth that does more to celebrate the poet than The Arkansas Grand Slam; not PSI, Not LEAF, Not Blue Bonnet or Akoben Word Fest. NONE! Come on out and be a part of the tradition, experience the Phenom of Slam Poetry live. Most importantly, experience The Loft!. The Loft Bistro is open offering healthy fresh choices prepared daily. The menu is refreshed every season and includes a select line of coffee, free trade certified teas, beers and fine wines.