Event Type: single-event

In the Artist Studio: Emerging Artists – Washington, DC and Beyond

In the Artist Studio: Emerging Artists – Washington, DC and Beyond

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    Jun 10, 2018
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Emerging Artists – Washington, DC and Beyond Join Carol Rhodes Dyson, Busboys and Poets Art Curator, and Deirdre Darden, Curator, We Got Next currently on view at the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, for a lively discussion about local, national and international emerging artists whose work and trends are making major strides in the art world. (more…)

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Rise + Rhyme: Performing Arts for Ages 5 and Under! Featuring: Mr. Lilo 5.28.18

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    May 28, 2018
    9:30 am - 11:00 am

Featuring: Mr. Lilo http://www.mrlilo.com/Rise + Rhyme is a weekly morning storytelling and performance series for children ages 5 and under with the goals of teaching children to engage with their community, learn to love performing and become rising artivists!Schedule9:30-10:00 Community Chat & Chew10:00-10:45 Children’s Performance10:45-11:00 Clean Up TimeWe ask that caregivers teach each child how (more…)

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Rise + Rhyme: Performing Arts for Ages 5 and Under! Featuring: Zig Zag the Magic Man 5.28.18

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    May 28, 2018
    9:30 am - 11:00 am

Featuring: Zig Zag the Magic Man http://www.funmakers.biz/Rise + Rhyme is a weekly morning storytelling and performance series for children ages 5 and under with the goals of teaching children to engage with their community, learn to love performing and become rising artivists!Schedule9:30-10:00 Community Chat & Chew10:00-10:45 Children’s Performance10:45-11:00 Clean Up TimeFWe ask that caregivers teach (more…)

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Private Event: Graduation lunch

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    May 31, 2018
    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Private event in the Pearl Bailey Room. To plan your event, complete our online form HERE or call the events office @ 202-332-6432. (more…)

Thursday Night Open Mic 5.31.18

Thursday Night Open Mic 5.31.18

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    May 31, 2018
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by E-BabyEric “E-Baby” Smith began writing poetry in July, 2000; since then, he’s opened for R&B artists Musiq Soul Child, Me’Shell N’degeOcello, & Lyfe Jennings to name a few. After joining Jus Wiggin Entertainment in 2002 [agent: Tracy Wiggs], his “1 Poet Poetical Tour” reached over 150 (more…)

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New Futures Graduation Celebration

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    May 31, 2018
    5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Private event in the Pearl Bailey Room. To plan your event, complete our online form HERE or call the events office @ 202-332-6432. (more…)

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DC Jazz with Busboys and Poets Books

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    Jun 24, 2018
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

“This book DC Jazz does a marvelous job of detailing some of the many attributes of the DC jazz scene and its incredible community of artists who have made such great contributions to this music as an indelible part of the African music continuum.”—Randy Weston, NEA Jazz MasterJoin authors and editors Lauren Sinclair, Maurice Jackson (more…)

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Pajama Jammie Jam – 06.22.18

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    Jun 22, 2018
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

The Pajama Jammie Jam is a love/erotica-themed slam, for everyone from professionals to novices. Hosted by Simply Sherri, at Takoma Park every 4th Friday! $100.00 cash prize.There will be THREE themed rounds of poetry:Round 1: Cupid Ain’t Sh*t!Round 2: Love is Grand! (Love Poem)Round 3: Freak Me, Baby! (Erotic Round)Cuts for each round will be dependent (more…)

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Monday Night Open Mic hosted by Lissa Piercey 5.28.18

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    May 28, 2018
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

A Busboys and Poets event hosted this week by Lissa PierceyLissa Piercy is a performance poet, educator, and social entrepreneur based in Washington, DC. She holds Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Wheelock College and a certificate in Social Entrepreneurship from Watson University.As a poet, Lissa has joined forces with individuals across various fields, both (more…)

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High School Graduation Luncheon

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    May 28, 2018
    1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Private event in the Zinn Room. To plan your event, complete our online form HERE or at the events office @ 202-332-6432 (more…)

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Wednesday Night Open Mic Hosted by Jonathan B Tucker 06.20.18

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    Jun 20, 2018
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Jonathan B TuckerBorn in Washington, DC and raised in Crofton, Maryland, Jonathan B. Tucker (JBT) is a poet, organizer, educator, DJ, photographer, and dreamer passionate about poetry, youth empowerment, racial and social justice, and finding purpose through service to others. He has received numerous awards and (more…)

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ASL Open Mic – 06.29.18

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    Jun 29, 2018 - Jun 30, 2018
    11:00 pm - 1:00 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…)