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Anas Abu Srour

Anas Abu Srour: Report Back from the West Bank


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    Mar 21, 2025
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for hear a first hand account from the West Bank with freed prisoner and activists, Anas Abu Srour. Anas Abu Srour is a prominent figure in Palestinian society, who has contributed significantly to youth development and enhancing their participation in social and cultural life through his work at Aida Youth Center. His role (more…)

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Book Launch Gathering: An Evening of Poetry, Passion and Purpose


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    Mar 21, 2025
    7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Let us gather with conscious poet Francine “Sistah Fran” Umaru to celebrate the launch of her NEW poetry book The Black Sheep that Bloomed: Poetry through Biopsychosocial Lens. The program includes a book talk with guest speakers, poetry reading, Q+A and book signing session.Grab your tickets at:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/book-launch-gathering-an-evening-of-poetry-passion-and-purpose-tickets-1215651419119?aff=oddtdtcreatorIn The Black Sheep that Bloomed: Poetry Through Biopsychosocial (more…)

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Friday Night Open Mic hosted by Mariah Barber


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    Mar 21, 2025
    9:00 pm - 10:00 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…)

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Fire N’ Ice, So Drop the Mic!: Youth Open Mic Hosted by Regie Cabico


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    Mar 22, 2025
    4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

About this event BUSBOYS & POETS& CAPFIRE SPOKEN WORD ARTSpresent FIRE ‘N ICE: SO DROP THE MIC! An Open Mic for Middle School StudentsHosted by Regie Cabico 📅 Saturday, March 22, 2025⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Sign-up begins at 3:45 PM)📍 Busboys & Poets – Hyattsville📍 5331 Baltimore Ave, Hyattsville, MD 20781💵 $5 Admission (more…)

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4th Saturday Slam! | Anacostia | hosted by Black Chakra


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    Mar 22, 2025
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Join us for our 4th Saturday SLAM! at Busboys and Poets The 4th Saturday Slam provides an opportunity for poetry lovers to enjoy the competitive art of late-night performance poetry! Enjoy several rounds of competitive poetry by amateurs and professionals, with the audience choosing a winner. Cash Prize! Come join us for an alternative way to (more…)

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MORE THAN A SPOKEN WORD


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    Mar 22, 2025
    7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Welcome to More Than a Spoken Word. A night of poetry, music, art, and more. Immerse yourself in a creative atmosphere where words come to life and emotions run deep. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just appreciate the power of language, this event is for you. Listen and be inspired. Let’s celebrate the beauty (more…)

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Fierce & Fearless: A Spoken Word Showcase in Celebration of Women!


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    Mar 22, 2025
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

📅 Date & Time:Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 8:00 – 10:00 PM EDT📍 Location:Busboys and Poets – 625 Monroe Street NE, Washington, DC 20017🎤 Hosted by Charity Blackwell🔥 An Unapologetic Celebration of Women’s Voices!Join us for Fierce & Fearless: Unapologetic, an electrifying spoken word showcase honoring the strength, resilience, and artistry of women. This Women’s (more…)

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Laugh Your Heart Out! | A Comedy Variety Show


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    Mar 22, 2025
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Get ready for a night of side-splitting laughter with some of the DMV’s finest comedians! Join us for a hilarious comedy variety show featuring Violet Gray, Daphne London, and Senior Mints, hosted by the punchy Allan Sidley. Whether you’re a fan of parody songs, witty banter, well written jokes, or improvised comedy games (similar to (more…)

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The Busboys and Poets Sunday School Cafe


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    Mar 23, 2025
    9:00 am - 11:00 am

A weekly informal interactive learning community featuring authors, activists, artists, film makers, journalists and other change makers to help us make sense of the world around us. Free and open to all. (more…)

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Persian Tea Hour : Celebrating Persian New Year


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    Mar 23, 2025
    4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

The Persian New Year also known as NoRooz is rooted in Zoroastrianism, an ancient monotheistic religion.NoRooz literally means “new day” and marks the vernal equinox and the return of spring. It is celebration of rebirth, new beginning, hope and time of great spiritual renewal.Also, it is a celebration of the nature.NoRooz is associated with the story of (more…)

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CRITICAL CONDITIONS | A Busboys and Poets Books Presentation


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    Mar 23, 2025
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Join us to learn about a proactive, ground-level approach to student support that improves outcomes for students, families, and communitiesOur nation’s public schools are under more pressure than ever to produce “successful” graduates, while income, racial, and geographic disparities continue to grow, and the incoming Administration seems focused more on privatization than dealing with those (more…)

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Community Iftar 2025


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    Mar 24, 2025
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Come join us for a special evening of community and breaking fast together at Busboys and Poets Anacostia! This in-person event is a great opportunity to connect with friends, neighbors, and new faces while enjoying a delicious meal. Let’s share stories, laughter, and good food in the spirit of togetherness. Don’t miss out on this (more…)