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2020 Democratic Presidential Debates – Watch Party

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    Jul 31, 2019
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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As always, Busboys and Poets is your community go-to place for politics. Join us for one or both nights of the second 2020 Democratic Presidential Debate.  The debate will be televised over two nights to accommodate a large number of candidates. DNC debate candidates for July 31Candidates will appear on stage from left to right Michael Bennet Kirsten Gillibrand Julian Castro (more…)

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2020 Democratic Presidential Debates – Watch Party

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  • Event Start
    Jul 31, 2019
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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As always, Busboys and Poets is your community go-to place for politics. Join us for one or both nights of the second 2020 Democratic Presidential Debate.  The debate will be televised over two nights to accommodate a large number of candidates. DNC debate candidates for July 31Candidates will appear on stage from left to right Michael Bennet Kirsten Gillibrand Julian Castro (more…)

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Film Screening

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  • Event Start
    Aug 1, 2019
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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First-time film maker Bukky Adeyokunnu will be hosting the only viewing of her film, Crown & Confidence.Crown & Confidence examines some of the many reasons black women cut their hair. This short documentary explores the journeys of seven women and the relationship they have with their hair before and after the big chop. Bukky hopes (more…)

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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by DJ Tao 8.1.19

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  • Event Start
    Aug 1, 2019
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
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A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by DJ TaoWhether freestyle or written, DJ Tao is word in motion.DJ Tao began his career as a spoken word artist in the Washington, DC area. After extensive experience performing locally he decided to expand his audience. He took his act on the road, touring America’s colleges (more…)

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LIVE! from Busboys hosted by Beny Blaq 8.2.19

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    Aug 2, 2019 - Aug 3, 2019
    11:00 pm - 1:00 am
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A Busboys and Poets in-house series! LIVE! from Busboys is an open mic talent showcase that offers a platform for all performers, not just poets. Whether you are a musician, comedian, dancer, actor, magician or any other type of performer, we want to see what you got! Come out and showcase your talents! $5 cover. (more…)

Busboys and Poets Book Club in Shirlington

Busboys and Poets Book Club in Shirlington

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  • Event Start
    Aug 3, 2019
    9:00 am - 11:00 am
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The Book Club meets at the Busboys and Poets in Shirlington on the 1st Saturday of every month from 9am-11am.Books are for purchase at Busboys and Poets Books. Book club members receive 10% off book club books.This month they will be discussing The Sun Does Shine by Anthony Ray Hinton. (more…)

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Karaoke Night. Hosted by Dwayne B. 8.3.19

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  • Event Start
    Aug 3, 2019
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Karaoke with the Kingpin!Join Busboys and Poets host Dwayne B aka Crochet Kingpin for a fun night of bad singing!The first Saturday of every month, the Marion Barry Room becomes your stage. Pick from over 40,000 songs, sign the list, grab the mic, and make magic happen. Every month, one person will be voted best (more…)

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Book Launch and Reading with Author Carla Ray

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    Aug 4, 2019
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Join Carla Ray for a book launch and reading of her book Five Pillars of a Fist Class Life.My mission is to glorify God by using my gifts for seeing possibilities and empowering others to achieve, advance and fund their vision for their lives, churches and organizations. As a Senior Generosity Strategist with Generis, I (more…)

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A.C.T.O.R (A Continuing Talk on Race 8.4.19- ABOLISH I.C.E.

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    Aug 4, 2019
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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The A.C.T.O.R. (A Continuing Talk on Race) open discussion series is hosted by Busboys and Poets as a community service. It provides the opportunity for people to come together and speak openly and honestly about issues of race. The intent is that each person walks away from the discussion feeling something: challenged, educated, uncomfortable, enlightened, (more…)

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Rise + Rhyme:Featuring:AUDREY 8.5.19

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  • Event Start
    Aug 5, 2019
    9:30 am - 11:00 am
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Featuring: AUDREYRise + Rhyme is a weekly morning storytelling and performance series for children ages 5 and under with the goals of teaching children to engage with their community, learn to love performing and become rising artivists!Schedule9:30-10:00 Community Chat & Chew10:00-10:45 Children’s Performance10:45-11:00 Clean Up TimeWe ask that caregivers teach each child how to begin (more…)

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Rise + Rhyme with Miss Teresa 8.5.19

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    Aug 5, 2019
    9:30 am - 11:00 am
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Featuring: Rise + Rhymes newest children’s performer, Miss TeresaMiss Teresa’s musical gatherings for kids and their families explore music and movement through song, rhythm, yoga, and breathwork Sing, dance, and play along in English and Spanish to new and traditional tunes; Get rooted in the practice of making music for happier days and fuller hearts!Rise (more…)

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Rise + Rhyme Frolic The Fox 8.5.19

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    Aug 5, 2019
    9:30 am - 11:00 am
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Featuring: Miss MandyRise + Rhyme is a weekly morning storytelling and performance series for children ages 5 and under with the goals of teaching children to engage with their community, learn to love performing and become rising artivists!Schedule9:30-10:00 Community Chat & Chew10:00-10:45 Children’s Performance10:45-11:00 Clean Up TimeWe ask that caregivers teach each child how to (more…)