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Anacostia BID

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    Nov 6, 2019
    4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

#Real.Relevant.Rightnow. Conversations about urban farming and the current food culture. About This Event4pm – 5pm Beyond the Food Pt 1Big Chair Discussions is based on real people, relevant topics happening right now. Beyond the Food Pt. 1 will address food resiliency, buying local, community access to healthy foods, urban farming in opportunity zones and education. The (more…)

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PublisHER’s Stumbling Through Adulthood

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    Nov 6, 2019
    6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Stumbling Through Adulthood is an account of short stories in an interactive journal for “adults” struggling to find purpose in their failure. From an impromptu date gone awry to being hustled by a sibling, Vivian recounts many of her outrageous debacles in hopes of inspiring other thought leaders to get out there and achieve their (more…)

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Wednesday Night Open Mic Hosted by Anthony Oakes 11.6.19

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    Nov 6, 2019
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Anthony 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, Chicago, (more…)

PRIVATE EVENT: South Arlington Kiwanis

PRIVATE EVENT: South Arlington Kiwanis

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    Nov 7, 2019
    12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Private event in Paul’s Den. To book your next event in one of our private spaces click here and fill out our online form or call the Events and Marketing team at 202-332-6432. (more…)

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Fundraiser: Indego Africa Annual Ibirori Celebration

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    Nov 7, 2019
    6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Indego Africa is US-based non-profit that works to empower women in Rwanda and Ghana by connecting them to global markets, where they are able to sell their unique products (baskets, clothing, and jewelry) for a fair wage. Indego Africa then directs 100% of profits (including donations and grants) to education programs and scholarships benefitting the (more…)

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Busboys Books Presents: Buddy Wakefield

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    Nov 7, 2019
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

BUDDY WAKEFIELD, three-time world champion spoken word artist, the inaugural author released on Write Bloody Publishing, and the most toured performance poet in history, returns to D.C. for the release of A Choir of Honest Killers, his first book of new work in eight years. You’re not gonna wanna miss this. Come exactly as you (more…)

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Fire Drill Friday Webinar: Live Stream and Conversation

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    Nov 7, 2019
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Watch Jane Fonda’s teach-in on war and the climate and join in a lively discussion Join CODEPINK at Busboys and Poets for an exciting evening watching Jane Fonda’s Fire Drill Friday Teach-in linking militarism and climate change, followed by a discussion about what we can do. Joining the conversation will be Ben and Jerry (yes, (more…)

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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by DJ Tao 11.7.19

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    Nov 7, 2019
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

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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Special ASL Open Mic Pop-Up Hosted by DJ SupaLee

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    Nov 8, 2019 - Nov 9, 2019
    10:00 pm - 12:00 am

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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11th Hour Poetry Slam Hosted by Charity Blackwell 11.8.18

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    Nov 8, 2019 - Nov 9, 2019
    11:00 pm - 1:00 am

A Busboys and Poetry Event. The 11th Hour Poetry Slam offers an opportunity for poetry lovers to enjoy the competitive art of late-night performance poetry! Enjoy two rounds of high intensity poetry, with the audience choosing a winner. Join us for an alternative way to spend your Friday night.A poetry slam is a competitive event (more…)

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POETRY & PASTIES: A Burlesque and Spokenword Brunch Open Mic 11.09.19

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    Nov 9, 2019
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

PASTIES & POETRY: A Burlesque and Spokenword Brunch Open Mic: Hosted by Jennifer Eden!Every #secondsaturday at @busboysandpoets’ Anacostia location. Join us for a #queer-affirming, #POC-centered, #femme-focused space bringing THE BEST poets and burlesque dancers of the city and country! This brand new event is happening with an open mic list full of diverse talent that’ll (more…)

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Remembering YoU: Art, History and Gentrification in the Digital Age

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    Nov 9, 2019
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Busboys and Poets, in partnership with Georgetown University, are proud to take part in Remembering U, a historical archive and data project commemorating the rich history and culture of the U Street Corridor. The Remembering U Project will consist of a community-created digital archive and feature ongoing instruction to community members, particularly senior citizens and students, (more…)