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2025 Year In Review
Turning Ordinary Into Extraordinary | How to Transform Everyday Locations into Exciting Experiences
How Interactive Entertainment Bridges Social Gaps
Ultimate Winter Wonderland Package: A Complete Seasonal Event Experience
What is a Silent Disco? How can I bring one to my Event?
Creative Giveaways That Engage: DIY and Make and Take Programs
Understanding Invisible Disabilities with Lauren Pires: Seeing Strength in the Unseen
Bring the Gifting Spirit to Your Campus with Photo Make and Takes
Stranger Things Event Package: Step Into the Upside Down with Neon Entertainment
Holiday Event Planning Ideas: 8 Festive Programs to Celebrate the Season

NACA Hartford 2025 Recap
NACA Savannah 2025 Recap
NACA Live 2025 Recap
APCA Hershey Recap and NACA Live Preview
2023 in Review at Neon Entertainment
NACA Riverside 2023 Recap
NACA Syracuse 2023 Recap
NACA Little Rock 2023 Recap

Jaylene Clark Owens Brings Her Powerful Poetry to Children’s Literature
College Open Mic Event Idea: Slammin’ Your Campus Venue with Purposeful and Engaging Programming
Rediscover Live Entertainment: Reconnecting Students Through the Power of Performance
Powerful Spoken Word Artists Move From Stage to Page with New Books
APCA Hershey 2025 Recap

Poetry News

Jaylene Clark Owens Brings Her Powerful Poetry to Children’s Literature
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The Spoken Word With Our Featured Artists

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In Case You Missed It Vol. 6
In Case You Missed It Vol. 5
Top 5 Questions You Should Ask When Booking A Virtual Event
In Case You Missed It Vol. 2
In Case You Missed It Vol. 1
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A Busy Start to the Year for G Yamazawa
5 Tips For Your Spring Fest Concert
Poet Elizabeth Acevedo’s Novel Releases This March
Julie Goldman Stars on Curb Your Enthusiasm
Oh Mikki You’re So Fine | Musician Mikki Hommel Neon Spotlight #6
Terisa Siagatonu: Passionate Community Organizer
Elizabeth Acevedo’s, The Poet X, Receives a Wealth of Praise
Todd Carey Debuted at #19 on iTunes

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Asian American and Pacific Islander Artists to Celebrate!
Simplify Your Event Planning: Bringing Live Entertainment to You
8 Unforgettable Outdoor Music Experiences for Your Next Event
APCA Hershey Recap and NACA Live Preview
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Shaun Boothe’s Journey: Transitioning from Hip Hop Artist to Hip Hop Historian
2023 in Review at Neon Entertainment
NACA Riverside 2023 Recap
APCA South 2023 Recap
Warm Weather Is Around the Corner, Check Out Some Outdoor Events Options!
Live Music Options for Your Next College Concert
The Importance of Cultural Diversity in College Entertainment Booking
Is that a full band? No, It’s A Cappella from Neon
The Survival of the EccentroSoul 1 Woman Band During Covid-19
Music For Your Mental Health
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Trending Up | John Gurney
In Unison | A cappella Group HIVE | Neon Spotlight #11
5 Tips For Your Spring Fest Concert
Oh Mikki You’re So Fine | Musician Mikki Hommel Neon Spotlight #6
Hot Mic Artist Trending Report Vol. 27
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Hot Mic Artist Trending Report Vol. 16
Hot Mic Artist Trending Report Vol. 10
Work Out Playlist by Mikki Hommel
Holiday Traditions With Mikki Hommel
Todd Carey Debuted at #19 on iTunes
How I Became A Korean Pop Star
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Pop Up Comedy Events: Turning Any Location into a Comedy Club
6 Innovative Employee Engagement Ideas for an Unforgettable Corporate Event
APCA Hershey Recap and NACA Live Preview
From Stand-Up Comedian to Game Show Host
Check Out These 3 Hilarious Comics For Your Next Fun College Event!
Why Create an Open Mic Space on Campus?
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3 Top Comedians for Unforgettable College Events
How To Hire a Comedian for Your Fun College Events
College Comedian: 3 More Hilarious Acts to Consider for an Upcoming Welcome Week
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Laughter is the Prescription for Happiness
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The College Survival Guide… according to two comedians
5 Tips For Your Spring Fest Concert
Blame It on the Altitude | Comedian Troy Walker
Live From the Bunkbed With Blake Wexler | Neon Spotlight
Hot Mic Artist Trending Report Vol. 27
Hot Mic Artist Trending Report Vol. 26
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Hot Mic Artist Trending Report Vol. 16
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College Events Don’t Have to Be Quiet: How to Get Students to Actually Show Up
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Virtual Variety Events for Any Demographic
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Hot Mic Artist Trending Report Vol. 17
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College Diversity and Inclusion Programs
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Julie Goldman Stars on Curb Your Enthusiasm
From Athlete to Artist | Spoken Word Artist Lacey Roop Neon Spotlight #7

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