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DBKS line dance social

DBKS Line Dance Social


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    Sep 13, 2026
    5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

DBKS Line Dance SocialCome on out to the DBKS  Line Dance Social ! This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to showcase your Boots on the Ground dance moves and have a great time with fellow line dance enthusiasts.Time: 5:00 PMLocation: Busboy and Poets 6251 Mango Tree Road, Columbia, MD 21044Whether you’re a beginner or (more…)

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25 Years Since 9/11 and Still No Justice—Here’s Why


  • Sep 13, 2026
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The September 11 terror attacks occurred 25 years ago. Yet there has been no justice for the 2,977 people killed on that day, or for the five Guantánamo detainees the US government accuses of responsibility for this crime. The 9/11 case in the military commissions system—which started in 2008 and restarted in 2012—has not moved (more…)

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Author Next Door: Where Art and Culture Collide


  • Sep 13, 2026 - Oct 1, 2026
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

On Sunday, September 13, at Busboys and Poets Anacostia, join us for Author Next Door: Where Art and Culture Collide, the next installment in our rotating celebration of community storytellers from across the DMV. This panel will spotlight authors whose works explore a variety of formats and genres, including poetry, historical research, fiction, and photography. (more…)

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America at a Crossroads: A People’s Conversation with Congressman Ro Khanna


  • Sep 14, 2026 - Sep 15, 2026
    7:00 pm - 4:00 am

Busboys and Poets presents America at a Crossroads: A People’s Conversation with Congressman Ro Khanna, an evening of dialogue on foreign policy, democracy, and the issues shaping the future of the country. Join us at Busboys and Poets 14th & V for a timely conversation that invites community members to gather, listen, ask questions, and (more…)

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Monday Night Open Mic hosted by 13 of Nazareth


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    Sep 14, 2026
    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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THE PRICE OF UNION: OFFICIAL BOOK LAUNCH


  • Sep 15, 2026
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Tickets Available Here: https://luma.com/1yn8v8bj Join political scientist and author Kelly Burton for the official launch of The Price of Union: Race, Power, and the Making of American Democracy at Busboys and Poets in Washington, D.C. ​Spanning four centuries, from Jamestown to January 6, The Price of Union challenges some of our most enduring assumptions about (more…)

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Tuesday Night Open Mic hosted by Drew Anderson


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

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Drew AndersonA science teacher turned teaching artist, poet turned parodist, and marathon runner turned motivational speaker, Drew Anderson is founder and co-host of Spit Dat (the longest-running open mic in DC) and co-creator of the critically-acclaimed stage production From Gumbo to Mumbo (nominated for the 2020 (more…)

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Wednesday Night Open Mic hosted by Will Cook


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

WEDNESDAY NIGHT OPEN MIC!! Come join us for our Open Mic! For two hours, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers, open mic rookies, and musicians. Expect to be moved, expect a packed house, expect the unexpected, but above all come with an open mind (more…)

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Women Leaders of Michigan 5th Annual CBC Week Reception


  • Sep 17, 2026
    11:30 am - 1:30 pm

We’re excited to announce the 5th Annual Women Leaders of Michigan CBC Week Reception will be held at Busboys and Poets, in Washington, DC. Join us as we celebrate five years of impact, launch our nonprofit, and honor Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield and amazing women leaders from ‘The Great Lakes State’ during CBC Week. Early (more…)

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Inaugural MBCC Young Professional Network Event


  • Sep 17, 2026 - Oct 3, 2026
    5:00 pm

The MBCC Young Professionals Network (YPN) is hosting its very first event at Busboys & Poets Hyattsville! Join us Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM for an evening built around one idea: You. Your Network. Your Future. Connect with peers, exchange ideas, develop leadership skills, and gain access to opportunities that support (more…)

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The Clayton County Congressional Mixer


  • Sep 17, 2026
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Clayton County Congressional Mixer Join Clayton County, Georgia during Congressional Black Caucus Weekend** for an evening of networking, connection, and collaboration at the **Clayton County Congressional Mixer, hosted by **Chairwoman Dr. Alieka Anderson-Henry, Clayton County’s first female Chairwoman of the Board of Commissioners. Connect with elected officials, business and community leaders, corporate partners, and stakeholders (more…)

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“Cow Trip” Advanced Screening + Filmmaker Panel


  • Sep 17, 2026
    6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

A casual cafe evening with the people behind the heartwarming animal rescue film “Cow Trip”. Co-presented by DC Environmental Film Festival. Free, advanced ticket reservations required. (more…)