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Overheated! Hot Takes on Climate Change Series Launch: Rep. Jamie Raskin and Rep. Hank Johnson in Conversation with Youth Climate Leaders

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    Sep 26, 2019
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Busboys and Poets and Citizens’ Climate Lobby Present: OVERHEATED! Hot Takes on Climate Change, a new partnered series of discussions and exhibitions about climate change, climate activists, and climate voters.Please join us Thursday, September 26 at 6pm in Takoma to kick off our series with “Youth and Congress: A Call to Action” What will it take for Congress to (more…)

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2nd Annual Adult Education Heroes Celebration

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    Sep 26, 2019
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Join us for a night of celebrating Adult Educators! To acknowledge Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, EECG will honor the people who adult learners succeed. Our keynote speaker will be Kim Ford, a workforce development expert, and CEO of Martha’s Table. This will be a great opportunity for educators and administrators to come together (more…)

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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by E-Baby 9.26.19

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    Sep 26, 2019
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
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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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Pajama Jammie Jam – 9.27.19

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    Sep 27, 2019
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
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The Pajama Jammie Jam is a love/erotica-themed slam, for everyone from professionals to novices. Hosted by Simply Sherri, at Takoma Park every$100.00 cash prize.There will be THREE themed rounds of poetry:Round 1: Cupid Ain’t Sh*t!Round 2: Love is Grand! (Love Poem)Round 3: Freak Me, Baby! (Erotic Round)Cuts for each round will be dependent upon the (more…)

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ASL Open Mic Hosted by DJ SupaLee 9.27.18

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    Sep 27, 2019 - Sep 28, 2019
    10:00 pm - 12:00 am
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A Busboys and Poetry event! 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. Hosted by (more…)

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Live! from Busboys Hosted By Beny Blaq 9.27.19

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    Sep 27, 2019 - Sep 28, 2019
    10:00 pm - 12:00 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…)

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East of the River Steel Band @ Brunch

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    Sep 28, 2019
    12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
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The East of the River Boys & Girls Steelband started in 1993 with the vision of Dr. GladysWhitworth Bray to bring this unique musical experience to youth living east of the Anacostia River. Overthe years, the program has provided music training and arts and cultural education to hundreds of childrenand youth through its core steel (more…)

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202Creates Closing Party

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    Sep 28, 2019
    6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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The 202Creates Closing Event is a celebration of the completion of a month-long campaign promoting and amplifying the DC creative community.   Spend the evening saying a sweet sayonara to 202Creates Month with music, food, and fun! Busboys and Poets Anacostia to be filled to the brim with locally curated art, delicious food and drink, and (more…)

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James Baldwin Book Club

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    Sep 29, 2019
    9:00 am - 11:00 am
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Lead by Busboys and Poets owner & activist, Andy Shallal, The James Baldwin Book Club is inspired by the extensive writings of James Baldwin exploring topics of race and democracy. His writings are just as fresh and relevant today around current issues facing America. We will use his writings as a springboard for deep conversations around (more…)

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Furious Flower 25th Anniversary Brunch Reading

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    Sep 29, 2019
    11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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From September 27-28, 2019, the Furious Flower Poetry Center will celebrate 25 years of supporting, promoting and preserving Black poetry. As the first academic center devoted solely to African American poetry, Furious Flower has grown to become a nationally recognized organization dedicated to ensuring the visibility, inclusion and critical consideration of Black poets.Closeout the weekend (more…)

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Sunday Jazz & Brunch with “On Kee Jazz Band”

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    Sep 29, 2019
    12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Busboys and Poets and DC Legendary Musicians present Sunday Jazz & Brunch with “On Kee Jazz Band” Tickets are $15 and will be sold the day of the event at the door. Full menu and service will be available.More details to come!For more information contact Bevans@busboysandpoets.com. (more…)

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PRIVATE EVENT: Charli Dahni Album Release

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  • Event Start
    Sep 29, 2019
    5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Charli Dahni Album ReleaseCharli Dahni is an up and coming artist from the DC area. She is a classically trained vocalist with a background in jazz, R&B, neo-soul, and gospel. Her own music is a sultry sound mix of R&B and neo-soul. At only 16 years old, her lyrics are mature beyond her age and (more…)