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Mother and Daughter Book Signing Event


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    Apr 16, 2026
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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HERE WHERE WE LIVE IS OUR COUNTRY | A Busboys and Poets Books Presentation


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    Apr 16, 2026
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The dramatic story of the Jewish Bund—a revolutionary movement from a vanished world—and its radical vision of solidarity in an age of division.“Molly Crabapple beckons readers through a portal to an irresistible, lost world, one bound together by passion, solidarity, and a burning hunger for justice.”—Naomi Klein, New York Times bestselling author of No Logo (more…)

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5th Annual Spoken Word to Go-Go Open Mic #2


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    Apr 16, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Before the 5th Annual Spoken Word to Go Go competition, this open mic is your chance to practice and test your spoken word to go-go performance ahead of Round 1, using selected tracks by The Experience Band & Show.Host : 2Chill PhylSpoken Word to Go Go (SWGG) is an annual competition of spoken word artists who write (more…)

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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by E-Baby


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    Apr 16, 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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    Apr 16, 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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MY DEEPEST DESIRE | Busboys and Poets Books + IPS + New Village Press


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    Apr 17, 2026
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for the initial launch of this beautiful book of prose poetry and art addressing that speaks for world peace from the grief of HiroshimaMy Deepest Desire is the final work of Tamiki Hara, published posthumously after his tragic suicide in 1951. This powerful book of prose poetry and art is a short yet (more…)

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Friday Night Open Mic hosted by Mariah Barber


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    Apr 17, 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…)

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Storytime with W.B. Dale: Bennie’s Filter – A Kids Author Reading & Q&A


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    Apr 18, 2026
    11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Join us for a free fun and inspiring children’s author event with local Washington, DC author W.B. Dale, creator of Bennie’s FilterJoin us at Busboys and Poets for a fun and inspiring children’s author event with local Washington, DC author W.B. Dale, creator of the Shades of Bennie book series. During this special storytime, former (more…)

Youth Adult artist spotlight

Artist Spotlight & Showcase


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    Apr 18, 2026
    4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

7 Mountain Ministries & The Triangle Resourcepresent Youth & Adult Artist ShowcaseThe Triangle @ Busboys and PoetsCome out and support our local youth and adult artists!Next Showcase:April 18 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM📍 Busboys and Poets – Anacostia. 2004 MLK Ave SE Washington, DCInterested in performing?Contact:Pastor Nate — nworldchanger@gmail.comMinister Kali — thetriangle27@gmail.com (more…)

The Myth and Propaganda of Black Buying Power

Busboys and Poets Welcomes Dr. Jared Ball


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    Apr 19, 2026
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Jared Ball and special guests will discuss myths of financial literacy, including buying power, Black dollar circulation, and entrepreneurialism, and their relationship to shaping public opinion and suppressing radical political movements. Dr. Ball will share some insights into the research and reception of the work and will also discuss forthcoming work and its further investigation (more…)

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Eatonville Sunday Supper


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    Apr 19, 2026
    5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

A curated four-course dining experience celebrating Southern classicsJoin us for a monthly dining experience inspired by the rich flavors and traditions of Southern cuisine. Each installment of the Eatonville Sunday Supper Series features a thoughtfully curated four-course menu, highlighting classic dishes with a refined touch.This is a seated, plated dinner experience designed to be savored—perfect (more…)

Student Concert

Piano & More 10 Year Anniversary Concert


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    Apr 19, 2026
    5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Piano & More is celebrating its 10-Year Anniversary with a Student Concert on April 19 from 5:30–7:30 PM at Busboys and Poets! 🎶 Featuring live student performances with a full band, including Twin Brooks, DC’s premier variety cover band 🥁 (more…)