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ASL Open Mic Night hosted by Wade Green


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    Apr 24, 2026
    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.HOST: (more…)

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Friday Night Open Mic hosted by Casey Catherine Moore


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    Apr 24, 2026
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Casey Catherine MooreA Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Casey Catherine MooreCasey Catherine Moore (she/her) is a bisexual, bipolar poet, writer, educator, and activist. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of South Carolina in Comparative Literature with a focus on Latin poetry, invective, (more…)

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Rebloom: 50+ Singles Mixer


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    Apr 25, 2026
    4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Ready to meet new friends and maybe spark a connection? Join us for an in-person gathering designed just for those 50 and fabulous!It’s a relaxed vibe, lots of laughs, and great conversations. Come as you are and enjoy an evening of fun and mingling with amazing people. Don’t miss out on this chance to rebloom (more…)

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


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    Apr 25, 2026
    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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A.C.T.O.R. (A Continuing Talk on Race) : Spaces for Change: The Power of Community Conversations with Andy Shallal


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    Apr 26, 2026
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Let’s Keep Talking!ACTOR (A Continuing Talk on Race) —A.C.T.O.R. (A Continuing Talk on Race) is a public discussion series. It provides the opportunity for people to come together and speak openly and honestly about issues of race, class and culture. The intent is that each person walks away from the discussion feeling something: challenged, educated, uncomfortable, (more…)

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Is This a Poem? with Alan Michael Parker | A Busboys and Poets Books Presentation


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    Apr 26, 2026
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Join us to explore a playful collection of flash fiction and stories told through Bingo cardsAward-winning author Alan Michael Parker displays his love for playful narrative and breaking all the rules in Bingo Bango Boingo, a collection of flash fiction and stories told through Bingo cardsFlip the page. Choose your game. Is it “Community Garden (more…)

Rich Ink vs Charm City

Rich Ink vs Charm City


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    Apr 26, 2026
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Get ready for an epic poetry slam as Rich Ink takes on Charm City in person. This event is a fundraiser for two of the top poetry teams.Get ready for an epic face-off between Rich Ink and Charm City! This in-person event is packed with excitement, creativity, and nonstop action. Don’t miss your chance to (more…)

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Monday Night Open Mic hosted by Roscoe Burnems


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    Apr 27, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Roscoe BurnemsDouglas Powell (Roscoe Burnems) is a spoken-word artist, teacher, husband, and father. He has dedicated his life to poetry, education, and entertainment, and a way to blend the three worlds together. Speaking candidly on everything from bullying to equality, from depression to oppression, what it (more…)

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Progressive Foreign Policy Happy Hour


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    Apr 28, 2026
    6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Tuesday Night Open Mic hosted by Glo Shines


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    Apr 28, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Glo ShinesGlo Shines is a poet, emcee, host and supplier of vibes. Hip -Hopper since a toddler, Glo composed her first raps at the age of 4. Poetry and spoken word came many years later. As a performer she brings an intangible energy that engages and (more…)

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UMD Jazz Jam 2026


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    Apr 29, 2026
    7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Monthly Jazz Jam session led by DC based saxophonist Elijah Balbed!Clarice Presents’ Jazz Jams, in partnership with Busboys and Poets, brings D.C.-based saxophonist Elijah Jamal Balbed to perform and lead a community-wide jam! Elijah’s band will play a set starting at 7:30PM. Bring your instrument! After enjoying their set, you’ll have a chance to call (more…)

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5th Wednesday Night Open Mic hosted by Anthony Oakes


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    Apr 29, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Anthony D. Oakes!Hailing from North Carolina, Anthony D. Oakes is a District of Columbia resident who is taking comedy on the east coast by storm. His clean, yet edgy, southern, intellectual, witty humor will have you reeling with laughter. Performance cities include: Atlanta, New York, LA, (more…)