Just in time for the elections!! “Democracy As An Acquired Taste” A conversation with Ashok Panikkar artist, educator, and philosopher Ashok’s work is currently on display at Busboys and Poets – 14th & V Free and open to all (more…)
Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) is observed every October by advocates, survivors, and supporters. By commemorating domestic violence, we are raising awareness of what domestic violence is, how it can be recognized, and how we can collectively prevent it.In this month’s citywide campaign, Domestic Violence Wears Many Tags, Association of Black Social Workers, the Mayor’s (more…)
A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Glo ShinesGlo Shines is a poet, emcee, host and supplier of vibes. Hip -Hopper since a toddler, Glo composed her first raps at the age of 4. Poetry and spoken word came many years later. As a performer she brings an intangible energy that engages and (more…)
Private event in the Davis Room. To plan your event, complete our online form HERE (more…)
“Let’s encourage our nation and the world to remember all the stories of our past so we can inspire brand new stories to be written. Stories that uplift and foster the hope and dreams of all children just like Emmett Till. His story matters.” -Alysia Dempsey (more…)
Bringing you the first of its kind competition combining social media with the TV talent show! Bring your best Halloween costume for 1/2 off admission! (more…)
Private event in the Pearl Bailey room. Click here to book your private event at Busboys and Poets. (more…)
Busboys and Poets welcomes Legacy International for this private event in the Langston Room. To plan your event, complete our online form HERE (more…)
A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Black ChakraJacob Mayberry a.k.a Black Chakra is a Baltimore-based spoken word artist and emcee whose talent has been showcased on stages across America. He is a poetry instructor for Dewmore Baltimore, where he led the Woodlawn High School Poetry Team to city slam victory for four (more…)
A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Dwayne B!Dwayne B! aka the “Crochet Kingpin” is a homegrown DC native poet, activist, break-dancer, and fashion designer. He is one of the hosts of DC’s longest running open mic series, Spit Dat, as well as a member of the Busboys and Poets hosting team for the (more…)
Private event in the Bailey room. To plan your event, complete our online form HERE (more…)