As we commemorate the 250 anniversary of our nation, let us also celebrate the rich and diverse stories that make this nation great. Through our stories we will gain an understanding of each other and enable everyone to have a voice and make a difference for all people. Come join us at Busboys and Poets (more…)
At a time when France’s core values, liberté, egalité, fraternité, were under attack, the French Resistance fought back and won. We have much to learn from this movement…Register for the reading at Busboys & Poets April 3rd: RSVP HEREPraise for Moon in Splinters “The stirring true story of a World War II French resister in The (more…)
As genocide continues in Gaza, war expands across the region, and states move to crush dissent across the West, one question cuts through it all: how do movements emerge, endure, and win?Join us as we mark 15 years since the 2011 Egyptian Revolution and Arab Spring with a conversation on the young people who ignited (more…)
A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by DJ ART.ISKnown for having a unique ear for melodies and lyrics, DJ Art.is provides a whole experience for his audience. His passion and undeniable talent can turn his listeners into fans of the Artist and the DJ. Art.is discovered another platform to further elevate the sound and (more…)
A Busboys and Poets Event hosted this week by Dwayne BDwayne B! aka the “Crochet Kingpin” is a homegrown DC native poet, activist, break-dancer, and fashion designer. He is one of the hosts of DC’s longest running open mic series, Spit Dat, as well as a member of the Busboys and Poets hosting team for (more…)
Join Dr. Zayd Abdul-Karim (Dr. Z), CEO of the Universal Self-Leadership Institute and a certified transformational mindset coach and facilitator, and Kamal Ben Ali, co-owner of DC’s historic Ben’s Chili Bowl, entrepreneur, community leader, and motivational speaker, for an inspiring morning focused on personal growth and leadership.During this interactive conversation, Dr. Z and Kamal Ben (more…)
Dive into the mysteries behind MLK’s assassination and whether his anti-war stance played a bigger role than we think.Was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Assassinated Because He Opposed Wars?Join us in person for a thought-provoking discussion exploring the connection between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s anti-war stance and his assassination. Dive into history, question the (more…)
Words Beats & Life’s monthly youth open mic and poetry slam happens every first Saturday of the month. Sign up to recite, rap or sing in the open mic or compete in the poetry slam.Hosted by Glo Shines and Blackpicasso$5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door ! (more…)
One night only—Marcus Johnson live at Busboys Takoma. Experience soulful jazz, smooth vibes, and the signature FLO energy. April 4, 7PM.Join Marcus Johnson for one unforgettable night of music, connection, and elevated vibes at Busboys and Poets Takoma.On Saturday, April 4, 2026, the Nicolás Guillén Room becomes an intimate space for a single, special performance—blending (more…)
A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by KaNikki J.KaNikki Jakarta is the First African American Poet Laureate of Alexandria, Virginia. She is an Award Winning Performance Poet who has toured the US and the UK. KaNikki is the author of three novels, two poetry collections, a memoir, a short story, poetry collection entitled (more…)
A timely and measured examination of how U.S.-Iran relations reached their current impasse and what it will take to move beyond years of distrust.The United States and Iran have been locked in a decades-long standoff, fueled by missteps, misunderstandings, and clashing ambitions. In these pages a leading Iranian expert clarifies the dynamics driving a conflict (more…)
A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Twain DooleyTwain Dooley is a first generation American. Born and raised in Washington, DC, he learned to use language to talk himself into and out of inner-city challenges. He joined the Army Reserves and served on active duty during Desert Storm. After a two-year stay in (more…)