JUNE 22 Warm Wednesdays: Featuring Perry "Vision" Divirgilio & DJ Franchise B-Day Bash!

Perry “Vision” DiVirgilio, the 6′7” North Philadelphia native, is far from quiet, best known for his melodic delivery, and witty word play. Vision is a chameleon. Off stage, the urban griot is approachable, and light natured. In the community, he focuses on the next generation volunteering time with the youth. On stage, he’s intense, focusing on what he feels people need to hear. He’s not much concerned with what people want to hear and takes pride in bringing un-touched issues to the forefront. He’s organized a national spoken word college tour. Vision has shared billings and stages with Saul Williams, The Last Poets, Sonia Sanchez, Ursula Rucker, Tank, Joe, KRS-1 and Doug E. Fresh. Affiliations: Spoken Soul 215, Quiet Rage, Master Griot Project, Spoken Soul 215, Philadelphia Youth Poetry Team (mentor) Notable Performances: 2007 National Black Expo (NYC), 2005-2009 Odunde African Festivavl, 2007 Unity Day, 2006 2007 Caribbean Festival, 2005-2008 International Art Expo Awards: 2007 Alternative Soul (Best Spoken Word Performer), 2005 National Underground Spoken Word Poetry Award (nominated – Best Spoken Word Performer) Tours: Philly Spoken Soul Tour, Taalam Acey’s Heat Tour, Sweet Verse Poetry Tour, Verizon National History in the Making tour (as Master Griot Project artist) Periodical Features: Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Daily News, Philadelphia Weekly, Philadelphia City Paper, Washington Post Showcase your talent every wednesday at The Largest, Longest Running Open Mic Poetry Venue in the Nation! Hosted by Walter Maxfield Jones Doors Open at 8:30 PM LADIES FREE before 9:00 PM 2 for 1 Drinks until 9:30 PM $5 before 10:00 PM $10 after 10:00 PM After Party with DJ Harvey Dent and DJ Franchise on the 1's and 2's www.whatwaltcando.com 301-728-3451 (sponsorship opportunities are available)