Have a story to tell, and want to do it in an artistic way? Sign up for the Story Slam at the ABC Treehouse. On Friday 10 June, at 8pm, participants are invited to a competition to tell the best five-minute story on the theme of "Personal Stories." Winners can expect some great prizes, including private story coaching sessions with Lisa Lipkin, storytelling books and CDs, and other gifts. From the blog:

Participants are invited to come early to work on their delivery in a pre-slam story workshop, where anyone wishing to compete will be able to practice their story and receive feedback from Ms. Lipkin. Workshop participants will also receive tips on delivery methods, story structure, and "Tips and Tricks" of a professional storyteller. The workshop begins at 18.00 and runs until 19.30.

Participating in the Slam will cost EUR 5. If you want to attend the storytelling workshop and the Slam it will set you back EUR 25. Non-participants can also join the slam for EUR 5. The ABC Treehouse is located at Voetboogstraat 11 in Amsterdam. You can read more about the host here.