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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by E-Baby 10.24.19

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    Oct 24, 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…)

Book Store Crawl

Book Store Crawl

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    Oct 25, 2019
    11:30 am - 1:30 pm
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Students for the Thurgood Marshall Academy tour the Busoys and Poets Bookstore. (more…)

Live Podcast Experience

Live Podcast Experience

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    Oct 25, 2019
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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The Saved Millennial Radio Live Experience is a live podcast that brings millennial believers together to engage in dialogue about the state of the church. In this event, we encourage ALL voices (even differing ones) to be heard and engage.For tickets please visit our website. (more…)

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Pajama Jammie Jam – Hosted by Simply Sherri. 10.25.19

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    Oct 25, 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 10.25.18

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    Oct 25, 2019 - Oct 26, 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 10.25.19

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    Oct 25, 2019 - Oct 26, 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…)

Busboys and Poets Book Club – Hyattsville

Busboys and Poets Book Club – Hyattsville

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    Oct 26, 2019
    9:00 am - 11:00 am
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This month our book club will be discussing Kate Atkinson’s Transcription.This monthly book club meets on the last Saturday of the month to discuss books that align with the Busboys and Poets mission and address/highlight social justice issues. Our bookstore makes sure to carry the books our book club members choose to make it easy and accessible (more…)

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FINAL ROUND – The Ward 8 World’s Greatest Sweet Potato Pie Contest

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    Oct 26, 2019
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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25 ENTRANTS HAVE BEEN WHITTLED DOWN TO JUST 5 FINALISTS. Saturday, October 26 – A CHAMPION WILL BE CROWNED.You don’t want to miss this! It’s the best of the best, the bake-off to end all bake-offs! Doors open at 10 AM for the final round of… BUSBOYS AND POETS WARD 8 WORLD’S GREATEST SWEET POTATO PIE CONTEST.The (more…)

DISCUSSION: World Food Day – Youth Activity

DISCUSSION: World Food Day – Youth Activity

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    Oct 26, 2019
    12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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This is a private event in the Marion Barry Room. To book your next event with us, click here! (more…)

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Youth Open Mic hosted by DC Scores

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    Oct 26, 2019
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Youth Open Mic  (more…)

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James Baldwin Book Club

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    Oct 27, 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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Book Release- Jasmine Davis

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  • Event Start
    Oct 27, 2019
    5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Jasmine became a wife and a mother at the very young age of 19 years old. She was a military wife so she moved from one duty station to another, frequently. Due to her circumstances, she was alone often and her inexperience caused more hell than she thought. Through her many lessons, she experienced growing (more…)