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Tuesday Night Open Mic hosted by Charity Blackwell


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    Jan 13, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Charity BlackwellCharity Blackwell is an award-winning spoken word artist, poet, and educator known for her dynamic performances and captivating storytelling. With a passion for using her voice to inspire change, Charity creates thought-provoking and powerful works that resonate deeply with audiences across diverse backgrounds. She is (more…)

Meet the Artists Takoma Jan 26

Artist Meet and Greet


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    Jan 14, 2026
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for an evening celebrating creativity, conversation, and community at Art @ Busboys and Poets. Meet the artists behind the work, explore a diverse range of styles and stories, and engage directly with creators whose art reflects personal journeys, cultural expression, and imaginative worlds.This relaxed meet-and-greet offers the chance to view the artwork up (more…)

Grapevine Jan 26

Grapevine Storytelling Series


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    Jan 14, 2026
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Join us on Wednesday, January 14 at 7:30 Eastern at Busboys and Poets Takoma; or, for out-of-towners, via Zoom. Our featured tellers this month are the obviously incredible Andy Offutt Irwin and the glamorous Bonnie Gardner!No pre-registration needed for in-person, but if you register at https://fsgw.org/grapevine you will have access to the live stream and (more…)

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Wednesday Night Open Mic hosted by Simply Sherri


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    Jan 14, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Simply Sherri!California born and Maryland raised, Simply Sherri started writing in 2001 and started reciting her work in 2008 in her poetic home of Baltimore. With topics ranging from love and relationships to depression and verbal abuse, her writing style is easy going and a reflection (more…)

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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by E-Baby


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    Jan 15, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 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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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by Hosted by Rebecca Dupas


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    Jan 15, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Rebecca DupasDr . Rebecca Dupas is a multi-disciplinary artist of poetry, fiction and nonfiction, photography, and costume jewelry. This award-winning poet’s work has appeared on Fox 5, C- Span, PBS, WEAA, and WHUR radio, in The Washington Post alongside President Clinton, and in the DC Black (more…)

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Friday Night Open Mic hosted by Mariah Barber


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    Jan 16, 2026
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Mariah BarberMariah “ Beyond Your Definition” Barber ( they /she ) is a multidisciplinary/Storyteller, consultant, spoken word artist, and activist who has been creating social justice-oriented art for the last 15 years. Barber holds a public health master’s, DEAI certification from Cornell, and a B A (more…)

Black Ass Comedy Promo

Another Black A** Comedy Show


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    Jan 17, 2026
    6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

DC, get ready to laugh! The Black Ass Comedy Show is coming back to town for a night of pure, unfiltered hilarity!Join us at Busboys and Poets in Washington, DC on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show kicks off at 8:00 PM.Food and drinks are available for purchase at (more…)

LatinDanceNight 2026

Latin Dance Night hosted by DJ Elvira


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    Jan 17, 2026
    7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Come to eat, drink and DANCE!Delicious food and drink specials served all night.FREE parking available.Entrance fee: $15 (purchased at the door). We accept cash, Venmo or Cashap ONLY.Dance Lessons available.Latin music (Salsa, Bachata & Merengue) played by our host DJ Elvira the rest of the evening.You do not want to miss this event!Elvira McCullough (DJ (more…)

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“Speak the Dream: MLK Day Poetry Slam”| Anacostia | hosted by Black Chakra


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    Jan 17, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Celebrate MLK’s legacy at Speak the Dream Poetry Slam! Voices of justice, $100 prize, hosted by Black Chakra. Join us for progress & poetry! Speak the Dream: MLK Day Social Justice Poetry Slam Join us at Busboys and Poets for Speak the Dream, a transformative evening of spoken word honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin (more…)

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Cuba Week : Meet the Curator | Con Ashé: The Cabildo de Regla


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    Jan 18, 2026
    4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Join us for a special evening with Alexandra P. Gelbard, Ph.D., curator of Con Ashé: The Cabildo de Regla Exhibition. This event offers a unique opportunity to explore the cultural, historical, and spiritual foundations of the exhibition, which centers Afro-Cuban traditions, ritual, and community memory.Guests are invited to engage, ask questions, and deepen their understanding (more…)

Marcus Johnson in Concert

Marcus Johnson in Concert


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    Jan 18, 2026
    5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Join Billboard-ranked jazz pianist Marcus Johnson for an unforgettable Midday Jazz Brunch at Busboys and Poets – Takoma. Let the smooth sounds of live jazz set the tone for your Saturday as you sip FLO Wine and savor brunch in one of D.C.’s most soulful spaces.Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering Marcus for the (more…)