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“I Am More Than My Hair” Book Launch

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    Sep 9, 2018
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Join Alyscia Cunningham, author, filmmaker and photographer, for an inside look behind the story of her 2-part project, I Am More Than My Hair, book and film. She will present her research, message and position on redefining beauty standards. Meet the women who participated in the project and take part in a Q&A about Cunningham (more…)

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Jacques Kindle presents Crack Em Up Funny

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    Aug 28, 2018
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Get ready to laugh out loud at Crack Em Up Funny! A Busboys and Poets comedy night featuring Jacques Kindle and the DMV’s Best Talent: Oral Henry, Rob Gordon, and Kandace Saunders! Music by DJ Chubb E. Swagg and a live art performance by Shawn Perkins. $15 Entry fee. No drink minimum.   (more…)

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Written Off: Mental Health Stigma and Loss of Human Potential with Busboys and Poets Books

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    Aug 1, 2018
    6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Written Off tells the story of how mental health stigma comes to have a profound impact on the lives of people diagnosed with mental illnesses. It reviews theory, research, and history – illustrated with a multitude of personal stories – in four major areas. These areas are: the prevalence and predictors of negative attitudes and (more…)

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Live! from Busboys Hosted By Rob Hinkal 9.25.18

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    Sep 25, 2018
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A Busboys and Poets in-house series, LIVE! from Busboys is an open mic talent showcase that offers a platform for all performers, not just poets. Whether you are a musician, comedian, dancer, actor, magician or any other type of performer, we want to see what you got! Come out and showcase your talents! Hosted By (more…)

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KIPP Accelerator Summit

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    Aug 2, 2018
    7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Busboys and Poets welcomes this groups for a private event in the Cullen Room. To plan your event, complete our online form HERE or call the events office @ 202-332-6432. (more…)

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​Humanitini Presents: Closely Guarded – The Rites, Rituals, and Traditions of the Divine 9

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    Aug 3, 2018
    6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Greek-letter organizations, sororities and fraternities, are steeped in over 100 years of tradition and an indelible part of the Black Community. They create lifelong relationships in sisterhood, brotherhood, and community service.The Divine 9, nine of the oldest black Greek-letter organizations, constitute a social and professional network with the breadth of LinkedIn, but with the depth (more…)

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Paint n’ Sip with Shawn Perkins

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    Aug 8, 2018
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Paint N’ Sip in Takoma with DC Based artist Shawn Perkins!Class will be instructed by DC Artist, Shawn Perkins. Each person will receive their own canvas, paint, brushes and wine as we learn how to paint a unique piece you can take home with you! Do not miss out! Limited Seating inside, so tickets will go fast!Shawn (more…)

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Private Event: Diverse Charter Schools Coalition Mid-Atlantic Regional Convening Reception

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    Jul 25, 2018
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Busboys and Poets welcomes the Diverse Charter Schools Coalition, here for their Mid-Atlantic Regional Convening Reception, for this private event in the Cullen Room. To plan your event, complete our online form HERE or call the events office @ 202-332-6432. (more…)

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LEVEL UP AMERICA COMMENCEMENT

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

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Thursday Night Open Mic Hosted by Mary Bowman 7.19.18

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

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Mary BowmanMary Bowman is an internationally recognized motivational speaker, singer, and poet native to the Washington, DC area. Drawing from personal experience, both transparent and vulnerable whether, in poetry or song, her words allow her access to spaces that aren’t traditionally artistic. From local open mic (more…)

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ASL Open Mic Hosted by DJ SupaLee 07.27.18

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    Jul 27, 2018 - Jul 28, 2018
    10:00 pm - 12:00 am

A Busboys and Poetry event! On this night, American sign language users and viewers from all corners of life will come together to recite a poem, song, short skit or jokes. Come out and enjoy the wonderful environment while you eat, get your drink on and socialize. Great for those learning American sign language. Hosted by (more…)

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Live! from Busboys Hosted By Beny Blaq 07.27.18

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    Jul 27, 2018 - Jul 28, 2018
    10:00 pm - 12:00 am

A Busboys and Poets in-house series! LIVE! from Busboys is an open mic talent showcase that offers a platform for all performers, not just poets. Whether you are a musician, comedian, dancer, actor, magician or any other type of performer, we want to see what you got! Come out and showcase your talents! $5 cover. (more…)