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Busboys On Live: Open Mic and Poetry Slam on IG Live

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    Sep 18, 2020
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners (more…)

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Rise, Rhyme & Read Online with Culture Queen

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    Sep 19, 2020
    10:00 am - 10:30 am

Join Busboys and Poets’ Children’s Cultural Literacy Ambassador-In-Residence Culture Queen online for an engaging and interactive program that will feature music, movement and storytelling activities from many royal lands. This program will bring joy, fun, and inspiration to children and their families during this challenging time when they need it the most. Streaming on Facebook Live (more…)

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DC Design Week Presents: Art and Activism with Busboys and Poets

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    Sep 20, 2020
    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

INSIDE-LOOK-AT#PAINTTHESTOREFRONTSFounder of Busboys and Poets Andy Shallal and local artists will discuss the role of art in activism and building community.When it comes to activism, Busboys and Poets has always supported the DMV’s diverse communities. So it comes as no surprise that the restaurant group hired local artists to paint their storefronts – instead of (more…)

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Rise, Rhyme & Read Online with Culture Queen

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    Sep 21, 2020
    10:00 am - 10:30 am

Join Busboys and Poets’ Children’s Cultural Literacy Ambassador-In-Residence Culture Queen online for an engaging and interactive program that will feature music, movement and storytelling activities from many royal lands. This program will bring joy, fun, and inspiration to children and their families during this challenging time when they need it the most. Streaming on Facebook Live (more…)

A.C.T.O.R. Presents “For the Sake of Peace: Africana Perspectives on Racism, Justice, and Peace in America”

A.C.T.O.R. Presents “For the Sake of Peace: Africana Perspectives on Racism, Justice, and Peace in America”

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    Sep 21, 2020
    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Join us for a discussion in recognition of the International Day of Peace. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21ST, 2020 Join the John Mitchell, Jr. Program for History, Justice, and Race on September 21st, the International Day of Peace, for the launch of For the Sake of Peace: Africana Perspectives on Racism, Justice, and Peace in America. This (more…)

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Busboys On Live: Open Mic and Poetry Slam on IG Live

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    Sep 21, 2020
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners (more…)

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We Are Many film’s North America VIRTUAL premiere!

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    Sep 21, 2020
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Join us for the We Are Many film’s North America VIRTUAL premiere!The never-before-told story of the largest demonstration in human history, and how the movement created by a small band of activists changed the world.On February 15th, 2003, up to 30 million people, many of whom had never demonstrated before, came out in nearly 800 (more…)

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Art on the Line: Conversations about Creativity, Culture and Change

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    Sep 23, 2020
    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Join Busboys and Poets’ Art Curator, Carol Rhodes Dyson for “Art on the Line: Conversations about Creativity, Culture and Change”, an online conversation with local and international artists discussing a different topic each week.   This week, enjoy a conversation with artists on display at Busboys ad Poets as they discuss their images, influences and process.   Featuring Artist:  (more…)

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Dinner & a Movie

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    Sep 23, 2020
    6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Come through and enjoy dinner with a surprise feature film at our Shirlington location every Wednesday night @ 6 PM. Film will begin at 6:15 pm.Pre-order food from a special 3-course cinema menu and have it delivered to your table when you arrive for contactless ordering.Limited seating. FREE and open to all!RSVP required for all (more…)

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Busboys On Live: Open Mic and Poetry Slam on IG Live

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    Sep 23, 2020
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners (more…)

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DARE TO DREAM: Important Conversations about Immigration

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    Sep 24, 2020
    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

America was forged by immigrants and remains an aspiration for dreamers throughout the world. But many immigrants who wish to share and contribute to America’s social fabric have often been met with hostility, racism, and xenophobia. Lost in the fierce political debates are the real human faces, stories, and aspirations of the men, women, and (more…)

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Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib: Busboys and Friends Zoom Dinner

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    Sep 25, 2020
    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Busboys and Poets has always been a place for artists, activists, and writers of the community to gather and break bread. And while we may be physically distant right now, we can still stay connected and break bread together.Join us on Zoom for Busboys and Friends: A Virtual Dinner Party held every Friday night at (more…)