BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Nick VIrgilio Haiku Association - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Nick VIrgilio Haiku Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250116 DTSTAMP:20250114T192735Z CREATED:20250114T192735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T192735Z UID:1564-1736899200-1736985599@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:HIA* Prompt Announced DESCRIPTION:Prompt Announcement URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/hia-prompt-announced/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250118 DTSTAMP:20250121T204112Z CREATED:20250114T192917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T204112Z UID:1567-1737072000-1737158399@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:HIA* Winners Announced DESCRIPTION:Winners Announcement URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/hia-winners-announced/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250119T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250119T180000 DTSTAMP:20250513T221646Z CREATED:20250114T193027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T221646Z UID:1570-1737295200-1737309600@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:HIA* in Action DESCRIPTION:Weekly Submissions Deadline URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/hia-in-action/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251115T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251115T130000 DTSTAMP:20251112T005145Z CREATED:20251111T232351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T005145Z UID:3275-1763204400-1763211600@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:Fall Open Mic ft. Chuck Brickley + Crystal Smith DESCRIPTION:Click For More Information \nJoin the Nick Virgilio Haiku Association for an online Open Mic featuring two outstanding poets: \nChuck Brickley — acclaimed for his haiku collection Earthshine\, Chuck brings a contemplative voice grounded in nature\, family\, and quiet revelation.\nCrystal Simone Smith — author of Runagate\, Crystal explores themes of identity\, justice\, and the power of brief poetic form — and has even received a fellowship to research African American haiku. \n>>>REGISTER HERE<<< \nThe event will include readings from both Chuck and Crystal\, followed by an extended open mic hour where attendees are invited to share their own work\, spoken word\, or haiku. \nWhether you’re a seasoned poet or intrigued by the idea of listening and sharing\, this evening promises rich reflection and vibrant community. We hope you’ll bring a poem\, a voice\, or simply your presence. \nPlease complete the registration form below to receive a Zoom link to join the workshop! Expect to receive the link in the days leading up to the workshop on November 15. \nNote: We’ll be recording this free online session so that it’ll have another life on YouTube and the NVHA website. Please remember to turn off your camera if you’d prefer not to be seen! URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/nvhas-2025-fall-open-mic-ft-chuck-brickley-crystal-smith/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/NVHA25FallOM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251118T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251118T210000 DTSTAMP:20251112T005319Z CREATED:20250121T205850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T005319Z UID:1889-1763492400-1763499600@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:Midnight Notes @ Rutgers Camden DESCRIPTION:Click For More Information \nIt’s our last collab of the year as part of the Chancellor’s Year of the Arts\, so we’re bringing you not one but TWO featured poets! \nOn Tuesday\, November 18\, from 7-9 in the Rutgers-Camden Writers House\, Pauline Monter and Patrick Rosal will take the mic to inspire us as we write on the theme of roots/ancestry. \nWe’ll have snacks and writing supplies. Enter through the rear door of the Writers House. \nAnd if you can’t make it\, tune in on our host Sir Reet S. Starwind live! URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/midnight-notes-rutgers-camden-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Midnight-Notes.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251207 DTSTAMP:20260221T203546Z CREATED:20250121T205919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T203546Z UID:1894-1764979200-1765065599@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:Midnight Notes at the Writers House DESCRIPTION:Camden’s late night poetry workshop continues ✍🏾\nMidnight Notes returns from 7pm-9pm \nWorkshop kicks off at 7\nPerformances start at 8:15 URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/midnight-notes-at-the-writers-house-7/ LOCATION:Nick Virgillio Writers House\, 1801 Broadway\, Camden\, NJ\, 08104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Untitled-design-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251211T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251211T223000 DTSTAMP:20251118T163854Z CREATED:20251111T233223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T163854Z UID:3281-1765483200-1765492200@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:2025 Haiku Head-to-Head Invitational DESCRIPTION:Click For More Information \nExperience the art of haiku like never before in this live\, tournament-style poetry competition! Watch poets go head-to-head in three rounds—each verse sharper\, braver\, and more inspired than the last. \n\nDecember 11  8 PM – 10:30 PM\nTickets: $5  \nThis special fundraiser supports free haiku education for youth in Camden\, NJ helping children express themselves through poetry\, mindfulness\, and creativity. \nDue to a challenging fundraising year\, our goal for this event is to raise $5\,000. This funding will directly support bringing free beginner-level haiku to four Camden classrooms at 30 children each (120 kids total!). To make this event a success\, we’ve secured eight participating poets\, and we hope you will consider joining us in the audience for this special invitational. \nFeaturing: \n\nChristopher Clauss\nRandy Brooks\nJerry Hardesty\nBilly Tuggle\nOmari King-Wise\nJoel Dias-Porter\nJeff Hoagland\nDeborah Elder-Brown\n\n>>>>>>> Register Today <<<<<<< URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/2025-haiku-head-to-head-invitational/ CATEGORIES:One time event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/updatedflyer2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260121 DTSTAMP:20260114T012721Z CREATED:20260114T012611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T012721Z UID:3427-1768867200-1768953599@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:Submissions Open for HSA Nicholas A. Virgilio Memorial Haiku/Senryu Competition DESCRIPTION: URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/submissions-open-for-hsa-nicholas-a-virgilio-memorial-haiku-senryu-competition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T163000 DTSTAMP:20260221T205543Z CREATED:20260221T205517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T205543Z UID:3604-1777820400-1777825800@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:Haiku Dojo: World Head to Head League DESCRIPTION:Welcome HVHA’s Worldwide Head-to-Head Haiku Competition.\nHosted by Tazou “Basho” Yamaguchi \nAll proceeds to towards\nHAIKU DOJO ACADEMY: NVHA’s In School Creative Writing Program URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/haiku-dojo-world-head-to-head-league/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Haiku-Dojo-Event-Post-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260626T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260626T235900 DTSTAMP:20260528T134037Z CREATED:20260514T162404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T134037Z UID:3704-1782489600-1782518340@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:Ginkgo Walk - Island Beach State Park DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore Island Beach State Park for a peaceful\, contemplative haiku walk with local poets. URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/ginkgo-walk-island-beach-state-park/ LOCATION:The Judges Shack\, 771 Bettlewood Avenue\, Collingswood\, NJ\, 08108\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260628T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260628T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T162140Z CREATED:20260514T162101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T162140Z UID:3699-1782655200-1782666000@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:Graveside Celebration DESCRIPTION:June 28 at Harleigh Cemetery at Nick’s podium\, by the goose pond\, near Walt Whitman’s tomb \nJoin us once again on our namesake’s birthday for a celebration of life\, poetry and community. \nFood will be provided. URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/graveside-celebration/ LOCATION:Harleigh Cemetery END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260822T203000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260822T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T191136Z CREATED:20260708T190701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T191136Z UID:3738-1787430600-1787436000@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:Midnight Notes | Featuring Phantom Troupe DESCRIPTION:Join us for NVHA’s signature reading series and salon that puts Camden artists and writers in the center. \nHosted by Reet Starwind URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/midnight-notes-featuring-phantom-troupe/ LOCATION:Nick Virgillio Writers House\, 1801 Broadway\, Camden\, NJ\, 08104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Untitled-design-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260829T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260829T160000 DTSTAMP:20260812T171944Z CREATED:20260812T171835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T171944Z UID:3795-1788004800-1788019200@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:Animodule and Mural Ribbon Cutting DESCRIPTION:As part of the Camden Fireworks Makers and Music Festival. URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/animodule-and-mural-ribbon-cutting/ LOCATION:Camden Fireworks\, 1813 Broadway\, Camden\, NJ\, Camden\, NJ\, 08104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/1000086624.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260905T203000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260905T203000 DTSTAMP:20260708T191237Z CREATED:20260708T191034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T191237Z UID:3741-1788640200-1788640200@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:Midnight Notes | Featuring Blanc DESCRIPTION:Join us for NVHA’s signature reading series and salon that puts Camden artists and writers in the center. \nHosted by Reet Starwind URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/midnight-notes-featuring-blanc/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260922T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260922T210000 DTSTAMP:20260720T183439Z CREATED:20260708T191142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T183439Z UID:3743-1790103600-1790110800@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:Midnight Notes DESCRIPTION:Join us for NVHA’s signature reading series and salon that puts Camden artists and writers in the center. \nHosted by Reet Starwind URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/midnight-notes/ LOCATION:Rutgers Writers House\, 305 Cooper Street\, Camden\, NJ\, 08102\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261017T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261017T210000 DTSTAMP:20260720T225228Z CREATED:20260720T183546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T225228Z UID:3747-1792263600-1792270800@nickvirgiliohaiku.org SUMMARY:Midnight Notes | Alyesha Wise-Hernandez DESCRIPTION:Join us for NVHA’s signature reading series and salon that puts Camden artists and writers in the center. \nHosted by Reet Starwind URL:https://nickvirgiliohaiku.org/event/midnight-notes-featuring-alyesha-wise-hernandez/ LOCATION:Nick Virgillio Writers House\, 1801 Broadway\, Camden\, NJ\, 08104\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR