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✨ “Echoes of Nikki: A Tribute Through Art and Verse” ✨

Date and Time

Dec 16, 2024 7:00 pm

Location

14th & V

2021 14th St NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20009

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🎤✨ Echoes of Nikki: A Tribute Through Art and Verse ✨🎤

When: Monday, December 16th, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST
Where: Busboys and Poets - 14th & V, Washington, DC
Cost: Free and open to the public

Join us for a heartfelt evening as we come together to honor the extraordinary life and legacy of Nikki Giovanni. While her recent passing leaves us with a deep sense of loss, this night will also be a celebration of the joy, wisdom, and fearless truth she gave to the world. At Busboys and Poets, where creativity meets community, we’ll reflect on her impact, share her words, and find healing in the collective power of art.

💐 Honoring Nikki Giovanni
Nikki Giovanni was a trailblazer—a poet, activist, and cultural icon whose words have inspired generations to dream, love, and fight for justice. Her passing marks the end of an era, but her spirit lives on in the work she left behind and the hearts she touched.

🎶 What’s Happening:

  • Featured Performances: Poets and artists celebrating Nikki’s life and work
  • Open Mic: Share your own reflections, poems, or a favorite Nikki Giovanni piece
  • Live Music: Soulful sounds to honor her legacy and lift our spirits
  • A Space for Reflection and Celebration: Together, we’ll mourn her loss and rejoice in the beauty of her life

📣 Your Voice Matters
Whether you come to share your words or simply to listen and connect, this night is for all who have been moved by Nikki Giovanni’s courage, passion, and boundless creativity.

🎟️ Admission:
This event is free and open to the public, but seating is limited—please register to reserve your spot.

✨ At Busboys and Poets, we believe in honoring life through art and community. Let’s come together to reflect, grieve, and celebrate the enduring legacy of Nikki Giovanni—a voice that will never fade.

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