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Mark Warren with Busboys and Poets Books

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    Sep 11, 2018
    6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Please join us for a literary panel on the struggles and triumphs of the emerging educational justice movement, with author Mark Warren and his book Lift Us Up! Don’t Push Us Out. This anthology tells the stories of how black and brown parents, students, educators, and their allies are fighting back against systemic inequities and (more…)

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Welcome to the Table…everyone has a place here!

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    Oct 31, 2018
    10:00 am - 1:00 pm

“Through our stories we will gain an understanding of each other.  All can share the bread of empathy, peace, compassion, love and respect.  By coming together we are saying I see you, I value you, I love you for the beautiful person you are and what you can bring to the table.  Let’s welcome each (more…)

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T’Challa to Killmonger Panel Discussion (Diaspora Roadshow)

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    Oct 30, 2018
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The Diaspora Roadshow is a two-day one-of-a-kind approach to engaging the US-Africa Diaspora community, and it is a part of Act4Accountability’s (ACT4) Diaspora RiseUP initiative in partnership with DIA-FUND, Think Africa, F3 Global, and Lil SoSo Productions.The 1st night’s theme: T’Challa to Killmonger – Bridging the Gap from Africa to the Diaspora and Creating Lasting (more…)

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An Evening with Sonia Sanchez

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    Nov 5, 2018
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Busboys and Poets Books welcomes renowned poet Sonia Sanchez!   Enjoy our delicious food and allow Ms. Sanchez’ poetry to inspire, educate and move you. The renowned African-American poet is most often associated with the Black Arts Movement. She has authored over a dozen books of poetry, as well as short stories, critical essays, plays, and children’s (more…)

Busboys and Poets Presents: Board Game Happy Hour – 12.14.18

Busboys and Poets Presents: Board Game Happy Hour – 12.14.18

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    Dec 14, 2018
    4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

It’s all fun and games every Friday Night in the Loft at Busboys and Poets 5th and K. Grab your family, friends, and/or co-workers and join us for board games and happy hour from 4-7pm.  (more…)

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College Open Mic 10.19.18 (Poetry Slam Edition)

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    Oct 19, 2018
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

College Night Open Mic! A Busboys and Poetry Event Every third Friday of the month. For two hours audiences can expect a diverse chorus of college students voices and a vast array of spoken word performers, open mic rookies, musicians, comedians and other talents from freshmen to graduate students.Each month, we feature a different college/university (more…)

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Training School for Negro Girls with Busboys and Poets Books

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    Oct 17, 2018
    6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Join Busboys and Poets Books as we welcome author Camille Acker for a discussion on her debut short story collection, Training School for Negro Girls. This book is a complicated love letter to Washington, DC, and to those who call it home: a TSA agent who’s never flown, a girl braving new worlds to play (more…)

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An Evening with Angela Davis in Conversation with Amy Goodman – Full Store Event

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    Oct 11, 2018
    6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Join us for an evening with scholar and political activist Angela Davis in conversation with Democracy Now!’s Amy Goodman at the new Busboys and Poets 450K location at 450 K Street NW, DC (our 5th & K location moved across the street!). Featuring special performances by the internationally acclaimed, award-winning female African-American a cappella group, Sweet Honey in the Rock and (more…)

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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by Mary Bowman 10.18.18

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    Oct 18, 2018
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

THURSDAY NIGHT Open Mic! A Busboys and Poetry Event For two hours audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers, open mic rookies, musicians and a different host every week. HOSTED BY: Mary Bowman Mary Bowman is an internationally recognized motivational speaker, singer, and poet native (more…)

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Wednesday Night Open Mic Hosted by Jonathan B Tucker 10.17.18

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    Oct 17, 2018
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Jonathan B Tucker Wednesday Night Open Mic! A Busboys and Poetry Event For two hours audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers, open mic rookies, musicians and a different host every week. HOSTED BY: JONATHAN B. (more…)

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How Sanctions Impact Women and the Women’s Movement in Iran

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    Sep 25, 2018
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The second round of US sanctions against Iran will snap back on November 4. These sanctions are being implemented following the unilateral withdrawal of the US from the Iran Deal (JCPOA) despite Iran’s compliance. The Trump administration claims that sanctions aim to pressure the Iranian government, not its people. In fact, the administration has often (more…)

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Youth Open Mic Hosted by DC Youth Slam Team 09.15.18

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    Sep 15, 2018
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Youth-focused and youth-led, Youth Open Mic is a monthly series that features student poets, singers, musicians and actors from the DC/Maryland/Virginia area. Middle school and high school students are encouraged to come share their art in our supportive, progressive, artistic atmosphere. Youth Open Mic is presented by Busboys and Poets in partnership with DC Youth (more…)