Brave New Voices poetry slam

What: Semifinals

When: 11 a.m. Friday

Where: Various venues in Berkeley

Cost: Free; reserve a seat at www.bravenewvoices.org

What: Hear the Children Left Behind: Youth speak out on public education

When: 2 p.m. Saturday

Where: Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Oakland

Cost: Free

What: Grand Slam Finals

When: 7 p.m. Saturday

Where: Fox Theatre, 1807 Telegraph Ave., Oakland

Cost: $20 general admission; $6 for youth under 20

Tickets: www.bravenewvoices.org