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Pre-Mother’s Day Comedy Show(case)


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    May 9, 2025
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Before the flowers, the brunch, and the heartfelt cards… let’s start the Mother’s Day celebration with some much-needed laughter!Join us on Friday, May 9, 2025, for a Comic Genius Comedy Show(case) guaranteed to tickle your funny bone and warm your heart. Because let’s be honest—moms deserve more than just one day of appreciation… and definitely (more…)

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Friday Night Open Mic hosted by Malachi Byrd


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    May 9, 2025
    9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poets Event hosted this week by MALACHI BYRDYou won’t get five minutes into a conversation with Malachi Byrd, without hearing about Washington, D.C. An author, teacher, songwriter, and arts advocate from the district, Malachi believes superpowers exist in creative writing. An African-American Studies graduate from Princeton University, MalPractice gets his name from (more…)

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9th Hour Poetry Slam hosted by Charity Blackwell


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    May 9, 2025
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Charity BlackwellA poetry slam is a competitive event in which poets perform their work and are judged by members of the audience. Typically, the host or another organizer selects the judges, who are instructed to give numerical scores (on a zero to 10 or one to (more…)

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ASL Open Mic Night hosted by Marcus J Smith


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    May 9, 2025
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

ASL (American Sign Language) OPEN MIC PRESENTS: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 (more…)

A Seat at the Table Books in Bloom

Andy Shallal at Books in Bloom 2025


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    May 10, 2025
    2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Andy Shallal to discuss his new book, A Seat at the Table: the Making of Busboys and Poets Join Busboys and Poets Founder / CEO Andy Shallal at Books in Bloom 2025 for an Exclusive Pre-Release Celebration of A Seat at the TableBe among the first to get your hands on A Seat at the Table: The Making (more…)

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Seven Black Minutes: School Daze (Graduation Edition)


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    May 10, 2025
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

DC has always been home to some of the most hilarious Black Comedians from all over the country. We still have them and they are super ready to share their hilarity with you. All are welcomed to this show. All we ask is that you respect the culture. We are going to have soooooooooo much (more…)

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“Mothers, Mimosas & Metaphors”: A Mothers Day Brunch hosted by E-Baby


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    May 11, 2025
    11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Mothers, Mimosas & Metaphors A Mother’s Day Brunch and Poetry Showcase📅 Sunday, May 11, 2025🕦 11:30 AM📍Busboys and Poets – Anacostia🎤 Hosted by: E-Baby🎟️ Tickets: $15 Celebrate Mother’s Day the poetic way!Join us at Busboys and Poets – Anacostia for Mothers, Mimosas & Metaphors — a vibrant midday of soul-stirring spoken word, brunch delights, and (more…)

Ladies In The Day / Salute Ladies Of The Days.

Ladies In The Day / Salute Ladies Of The Days.


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    May 11, 2025
    5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Experience a captivating Soul and Jazz Musical production with Ladies in the Day! This fantastic stage performance will take you back to some of the greatest singers and entertainers, including Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James, Billie Holiday, Lena Horne and more. The talented cast of solid and mind-blowing vocalist will mesmerize you with their soulful and (more…)

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MOTHER of All Comedy Shows


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    May 11, 2025
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

This is a stand up comedy show we can all enjoy! The MOTHER of All Comedy shows brings together amazing comedians for a hilarious stand up comedy show presented at Busboys and Poets Takoma. This show is a comedy by women and funny for everyone so bring your boo, your bestie, your boss, your babe (more…)

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Moms Telling Jokes on Mother’s Day


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    May 11, 2025
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

This Mother’s Day, treat the amazing moms in your life (or yourself!) to an unforgettable night filled with hilarious stand-up comedy from women who truly get it – because they’re moms too! This show is perfect for moms, daughters, sons/dads (treat mom!), partners, friends, and anyone who appreciates a good laugh about the wild ride (more…)

13 of Nazareth

Monday Night Open Mic hosted by 13 of Nazareth


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    May 12, 2025
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by 13 of Nazareth13 of Nazareth is a performance poet living with epilepsy, a dry sense of humor, and peace of mind over everything. The golden thread which runs throughout his hip-hop infused poetry is drawn from the looms of various spiritual traditions to weave a tapestry (more…)

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MY FATHER’S HOUSE | A Busboys and Poets Presentation


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    May 13, 2025
    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Join the son of iconic African American Congressman John Conyers Jr. to shine a spotlight on his father and his legacyIn this moving work, part clear-eyed assessment, part memoir, the son of iconic African American Congressman John Conyers Jr. shines a spotlight on his father and his political legacy, and reveals how, as his son, (more…)