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SUMMARY:Busboys & Poets Closed for Renovations 11/25-11/27
DESCRIPTION:Please note that Busboys & Poets at 450K St will be closed for renovations from Tuesday November 25\, 2025\, through Thursday November 27\, 2025. \nOn Friday November 28th\, 2025\, guest will be welcomed back and greeted by an expanded bookstore and upgraded bar area! \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/busboys-poets-closed-for-renovations-11-25-11-27/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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SUMMARY:ASL Open Mic | 450 K | Last Fridays | hosted by Wade Green
DESCRIPTION:ASL (American Sign Language) OPEN MIC PRESENTS: \n\n\nOn 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.\n  \n$5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab online tickets now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHOST: WADE GREEN \nWade Green is a deaf dancer\, choreographer and interpretive artist known for his \npassionate delivery and soulful approach to his craft. With a body of work stretching \nover 20 years\, he has performed professionally coast to coast hghe now resides in the \nDMV area\, juggling a career and pursuing degrees at Gallaudet University and Howard \nUniversity. \nWade is a long-term devoted member of the Wild Zappers and National Deaf Dance \nTheater. He also is the new host for ASL open mic night at Busboys and Poets in \nWashington DC where artist and rising stars come together and perform. He has taught \nvarious dance and ASL workshops and performed tributes to the icons such as Bill \n“Bojangles” Robinson and Ray Charles. Now in his present role as an Artistic Director \nfor WZ\, he uses his talents to introduce audiences to the beauty of ASL as a full-bodied \nlanguage. \nWade Green has studied all forms of dance from many noteworthy studios including the \nAlvin Aliey Dance Company for two consecutive intensive programs and a summer with \nthe Dance Theater of Harlem. He also participated in various scholarship programs with \nthe Washington School of Ballet and Richmond School of Ballet. \nThroughout his dance journey\, he has developed another love – acting. Wade has been \ninvolved in many great productions. His most recent productions include “Raisin in the \nSun” (2018-2020) directed by Michelle Banks\, “Out of the Mouth of Boys” directed by \nNicole Morgan (2019) and “This” By Fred Beam. (2020) \nNow at age 32\, Wade has boarded his sights on enriching himself in leadership and \nacting. His goal is to become a well-known advocate and choreographer in the black \ndeaf community. He also has a vigorous goal to travel internationally representing the \ndiverse and uniquely talented deaf community. He enjoys making people laugh and has \nappeared as a stand-up comedian on area stages. With the support and love of his \nfamily and friends\, Wade embraces a world of endless possibilities and continues to \ndiscover all life has to offer.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/asl-open-mic-450-k-last-fridays-hosted-by-wade-green/2025-08-29/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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SUMMARY:3rd Wednesdays Open Mic | 450 K | Hosted by Sir Harvey Fitz
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our Open Mic! For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, and musicians. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n$ 5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab tickets here! \nHOSTED BY: Sir Harvey Fitz \nHarvey Fitz is a curator of cultural awesomeness who hails from Alexandria\, Virginia and is a graduate of the Virginia State University with a BA in Mass Communications: Radio & Television Production. He currently resides in the Washington Metropolitan Area and is a multifaceted creative: freelance photographer\, theatrically trained actor\, producer\, author\, and spoken word artist just to name a few. In 2017 he developed and hosts Poetic Vibes Open Mic a safe space platform for creatives and artists which was the subject of a 2018 Georgetown University documentary that won the coveted Beek Center Social Impact & Innovation Award. On Leap Day of 2020 Harvey created and curated the Black to The Future Festival in the historic Anacostia neighborhood that brought together 100 black owned businesses\, epicureans\, authors\, and artists to promote and sell their goods and brands to over 1\,000 attendees. Harvey’s recent debut book of poetry “To Haiku’m It May Concern” a volume of haiku poems has garnered critic acclaim and has won him a DMV Renaissance Award for best author. Also\, to note he is the most nominated person in DMV Renaissance Award history. Harvey has also been crowned King of Haiku at the first ever Haiku Verzuz Championship in 2022\, and on June 24th Harvey won the ArtToGoGo’s 2023 Spoken Word To GoGo Championship ran by the Anacostia BID. His passion and love of the arts fuels his trajectory and has afforded him opportunities\, partnerships and placement in rooms and at tables beyond his wildest dreams. Stay tuned the best of Harvey Fitz is still yet to come.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/3rd-wednesdays-open-mic-450-k-hosted-by-sir-harvey-fitz/2025-08-20/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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SUMMARY:2nd Wednesdays Open Mic | 450 K | Hosted by: Simply Sherri
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our Open Mic! For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, and musicians. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$ 5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab tickets here! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHOSTED BY: SIMPLY SHERRI \nCalifornia born and Maryland raised\, Simply Sherri started writing in 2001 and started reciting her work in 2008 in her poetic home of Baltimore. With topics ranging from love and relationships to depression and verbal abuse\, her writing style is easy going and a reflection of her world. \nSimply Sherri has spotlighted and featured in New York City\, Philadelphia\, Washington and Atlanta. In 2010 she released her debut poetry CD Liquefy. She released her first book “Love Simply” in 2015. She is the host of several poetry venues between Baltimore\, MD & Washington\, DC. \nEmail: simplysherri@outlook.com \nFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/SherriSimplyWrites \nTwitter: simplysherri1 \nInstagram: poetsimplysherry
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/2nd-wednesdays-open-mic-450-k-hosted-by-simply-sherri/2025-08-13/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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SUMMARY:ASL Open Mic | 450 K | Last Fridays | hosted by Wade Green
DESCRIPTION:ASL (American Sign Language) OPEN MIC PRESENTS: \n\n\nOn 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.\n  \n$5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab online tickets now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHOST: WADE GREEN \nWade Green is a deaf dancer\, choreographer and interpretive artist known for his \npassionate delivery and soulful approach to his craft. With a body of work stretching \nover 20 years\, he has performed professionally coast to coast hghe now resides in the \nDMV area\, juggling a career and pursuing degrees at Gallaudet University and Howard \nUniversity. \nWade is a long-term devoted member of the Wild Zappers and National Deaf Dance \nTheater. He also is the new host for ASL open mic night at Busboys and Poets in \nWashington DC where artist and rising stars come together and perform. He has taught \nvarious dance and ASL workshops and performed tributes to the icons such as Bill \n“Bojangles” Robinson and Ray Charles. Now in his present role as an Artistic Director \nfor WZ\, he uses his talents to introduce audiences to the beauty of ASL as a full-bodied \nlanguage. \nWade Green has studied all forms of dance from many noteworthy studios including the \nAlvin Aliey Dance Company for two consecutive intensive programs and a summer with \nthe Dance Theater of Harlem. He also participated in various scholarship programs with \nthe Washington School of Ballet and Richmond School of Ballet. \nThroughout his dance journey\, he has developed another love – acting. Wade has been \ninvolved in many great productions. His most recent productions include “Raisin in the \nSun” (2018-2020) directed by Michelle Banks\, “Out of the Mouth of Boys” directed by \nNicole Morgan (2019) and “This” By Fred Beam. (2020) \nNow at age 32\, Wade has boarded his sights on enriching himself in leadership and \nacting. His goal is to become a well-known advocate and choreographer in the black \ndeaf community. He also has a vigorous goal to travel internationally representing the \ndiverse and uniquely talented deaf community. He enjoys making people laugh and has \nappeared as a stand-up comedian on area stages. With the support and love of his \nfamily and friends\, Wade embraces a world of endless possibilities and continues to \ndiscover all life has to offer.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/asl-open-mic-450-k-last-fridays-hosted-by-wade-green/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T200000
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SUMMARY:3rd Wednesdays Open Mic | 450 K | Hosted by Sir Harvey Fitz
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our Open Mic! For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, and musicians. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n$ 5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab tickets here! \nHOSTED BY: Sir Harvey Fitz \nHarvey Fitz is a curator of cultural awesomeness who hails from Alexandria\, Virginia and is a graduate of the Virginia State University with a BA in Mass Communications: Radio & Television Production. He currently resides in the Washington Metropolitan Area and is a multifaceted creative: freelance photographer\, theatrically trained actor\, producer\, author\, and spoken word artist just to name a few. In 2017 he developed and hosts Poetic Vibes Open Mic a safe space platform for creatives and artists which was the subject of a 2018 Georgetown University documentary that won the coveted Beek Center Social Impact & Innovation Award. On Leap Day of 2020 Harvey created and curated the Black to The Future Festival in the historic Anacostia neighborhood that brought together 100 black owned businesses\, epicureans\, authors\, and artists to promote and sell their goods and brands to over 1\,000 attendees. Harvey’s recent debut book of poetry “To Haiku’m It May Concern” a volume of haiku poems has garnered critic acclaim and has won him a DMV Renaissance Award for best author. Also\, to note he is the most nominated person in DMV Renaissance Award history. Harvey has also been crowned King of Haiku at the first ever Haiku Verzuz Championship in 2022\, and on June 24th Harvey won the ArtToGoGo’s 2023 Spoken Word To GoGo Championship ran by the Anacostia BID. His passion and love of the arts fuels his trajectory and has afforded him opportunities\, partnerships and placement in rooms and at tables beyond his wildest dreams. Stay tuned the best of Harvey Fitz is still yet to come.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/3rd-wednesdays-open-mic-450-k-hosted-by-sir-harvey-fitz/2025-07-16/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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SUMMARY:2nd Wednesdays Open Mic | 450 K | Hosted by: Simply Sherri
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our Open Mic! For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, and musicians. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$ 5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab tickets here! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHOSTED BY: SIMPLY SHERRI \nCalifornia born and Maryland raised\, Simply Sherri started writing in 2001 and started reciting her work in 2008 in her poetic home of Baltimore. With topics ranging from love and relationships to depression and verbal abuse\, her writing style is easy going and a reflection of her world. \nSimply Sherri has spotlighted and featured in New York City\, Philadelphia\, Washington and Atlanta. In 2010 she released her debut poetry CD Liquefy. She released her first book “Love Simply” in 2015. She is the host of several poetry venues between Baltimore\, MD & Washington\, DC. \nEmail: simplysherri@outlook.com \nFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/SherriSimplyWrites \nTwitter: simplysherri1 \nInstagram: poetsimplysherry
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/2nd-wednesdays-open-mic-450-k-hosted-by-simply-sherri/2025-07-09/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T210000
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SUMMARY:ASL Open Mic | 450 K | Last Fridays | hosted by Wade Green
DESCRIPTION:ASL (American Sign Language) OPEN MIC PRESENTS: \n\n\nOn 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.\n  \n$5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab online tickets now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHOST: WADE GREEN \nWade Green is a deaf dancer\, choreographer and interpretive artist known for his \npassionate delivery and soulful approach to his craft. With a body of work stretching \nover 20 years\, he has performed professionally coast to coast hghe now resides in the \nDMV area\, juggling a career and pursuing degrees at Gallaudet University and Howard \nUniversity. \nWade is a long-term devoted member of the Wild Zappers and National Deaf Dance \nTheater. He also is the new host for ASL open mic night at Busboys and Poets in \nWashington DC where artist and rising stars come together and perform. He has taught \nvarious dance and ASL workshops and performed tributes to the icons such as Bill \n“Bojangles” Robinson and Ray Charles. Now in his present role as an Artistic Director \nfor WZ\, he uses his talents to introduce audiences to the beauty of ASL as a full-bodied \nlanguage. \nWade Green has studied all forms of dance from many noteworthy studios including the \nAlvin Aliey Dance Company for two consecutive intensive programs and a summer with \nthe Dance Theater of Harlem. He also participated in various scholarship programs with \nthe Washington School of Ballet and Richmond School of Ballet. \nThroughout his dance journey\, he has developed another love – acting. Wade has been \ninvolved in many great productions. His most recent productions include “Raisin in the \nSun” (2018-2020) directed by Michelle Banks\, “Out of the Mouth of Boys” directed by \nNicole Morgan (2019) and “This” By Fred Beam. (2020) \nNow at age 32\, Wade has boarded his sights on enriching himself in leadership and \nacting. His goal is to become a well-known advocate and choreographer in the black \ndeaf community. He also has a vigorous goal to travel internationally representing the \ndiverse and uniquely talented deaf community. He enjoys making people laugh and has \nappeared as a stand-up comedian on area stages. With the support and love of his \nfamily and friends\, Wade embraces a world of endless possibilities and continues to \ndiscover all life has to offer.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/asl-open-mic-450-k-last-fridays-hosted-by-wade-green/2025-06-27/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
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SUMMARY:3rd Wednesdays Open Mic | 450 K | Hosted by Sir Harvey Fitz
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our Open Mic! For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, and musicians. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n$ 5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab tickets here! \nHOSTED BY: Sir Harvey Fitz \nHarvey Fitz is a curator of cultural awesomeness who hails from Alexandria\, Virginia and is a graduate of the Virginia State University with a BA in Mass Communications: Radio & Television Production. He currently resides in the Washington Metropolitan Area and is a multifaceted creative: freelance photographer\, theatrically trained actor\, producer\, author\, and spoken word artist just to name a few. In 2017 he developed and hosts Poetic Vibes Open Mic a safe space platform for creatives and artists which was the subject of a 2018 Georgetown University documentary that won the coveted Beek Center Social Impact & Innovation Award. On Leap Day of 2020 Harvey created and curated the Black to The Future Festival in the historic Anacostia neighborhood that brought together 100 black owned businesses\, epicureans\, authors\, and artists to promote and sell their goods and brands to over 1\,000 attendees. Harvey’s recent debut book of poetry “To Haiku’m It May Concern” a volume of haiku poems has garnered critic acclaim and has won him a DMV Renaissance Award for best author. Also\, to note he is the most nominated person in DMV Renaissance Award history. Harvey has also been crowned King of Haiku at the first ever Haiku Verzuz Championship in 2022\, and on June 24th Harvey won the ArtToGoGo’s 2023 Spoken Word To GoGo Championship ran by the Anacostia BID. His passion and love of the arts fuels his trajectory and has afforded him opportunities\, partnerships and placement in rooms and at tables beyond his wildest dreams. Stay tuned the best of Harvey Fitz is still yet to come.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/3rd-wednesdays-open-mic-450-k-hosted-by-sir-harvey-fitz/2025-06-18/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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SUMMARY:2nd Wednesdays Open Mic | 450 K | Hosted by: Simply Sherri
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our Open Mic! For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, and musicians. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$ 5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab tickets here! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHOSTED BY: SIMPLY SHERRI \nCalifornia born and Maryland raised\, Simply Sherri started writing in 2001 and started reciting her work in 2008 in her poetic home of Baltimore. With topics ranging from love and relationships to depression and verbal abuse\, her writing style is easy going and a reflection of her world. \nSimply Sherri has spotlighted and featured in New York City\, Philadelphia\, Washington and Atlanta. In 2010 she released her debut poetry CD Liquefy. She released her first book “Love Simply” in 2015. She is the host of several poetry venues between Baltimore\, MD & Washington\, DC. \nEmail: simplysherri@outlook.com \nFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/SherriSimplyWrites \nTwitter: simplysherri1 \nInstagram: poetsimplysherry
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/2nd-wednesdays-open-mic-450-k-hosted-by-simply-sherri/2025-06-11/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T210000
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SUMMARY:ASL Open Mic | 450 K | Last Fridays | hosted by Wade Green
DESCRIPTION:ASL (American Sign Language) OPEN MIC PRESENTS: \n\n\nOn 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.\n  \n$5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab online tickets now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHOST: WADE GREEN \nWade Green is a deaf dancer\, choreographer and interpretive artist known for his \npassionate delivery and soulful approach to his craft. With a body of work stretching \nover 20 years\, he has performed professionally coast to coast hghe now resides in the \nDMV area\, juggling a career and pursuing degrees at Gallaudet University and Howard \nUniversity. \nWade is a long-term devoted member of the Wild Zappers and National Deaf Dance \nTheater. He also is the new host for ASL open mic night at Busboys and Poets in \nWashington DC where artist and rising stars come together and perform. He has taught \nvarious dance and ASL workshops and performed tributes to the icons such as Bill \n“Bojangles” Robinson and Ray Charles. Now in his present role as an Artistic Director \nfor WZ\, he uses his talents to introduce audiences to the beauty of ASL as a full-bodied \nlanguage. \nWade Green has studied all forms of dance from many noteworthy studios including the \nAlvin Aliey Dance Company for two consecutive intensive programs and a summer with \nthe Dance Theater of Harlem. He also participated in various scholarship programs with \nthe Washington School of Ballet and Richmond School of Ballet. \nThroughout his dance journey\, he has developed another love – acting. Wade has been \ninvolved in many great productions. His most recent productions include “Raisin in the \nSun” (2018-2020) directed by Michelle Banks\, “Out of the Mouth of Boys” directed by \nNicole Morgan (2019) and “This” By Fred Beam. (2020) \nNow at age 32\, Wade has boarded his sights on enriching himself in leadership and \nacting. His goal is to become a well-known advocate and choreographer in the black \ndeaf community. He also has a vigorous goal to travel internationally representing the \ndiverse and uniquely talented deaf community. He enjoys making people laugh and has \nappeared as a stand-up comedian on area stages. With the support and love of his \nfamily and friends\, Wade embraces a world of endless possibilities and continues to \ndiscover all life has to offer.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/asl-open-mic-450-k-last-fridays-hosted-by-wade-green/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20250407T151948Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Wednesdays Open Mic | 450 K | Hosted by Sir Harvey Fitz
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our Open Mic! For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, and musicians. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n$ 5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab tickets here! \nHOSTED BY: Sir Harvey Fitz \nHarvey Fitz is a curator of cultural awesomeness who hails from Alexandria\, Virginia and is a graduate of the Virginia State University with a BA in Mass Communications: Radio & Television Production. He currently resides in the Washington Metropolitan Area and is a multifaceted creative: freelance photographer\, theatrically trained actor\, producer\, author\, and spoken word artist just to name a few. In 2017 he developed and hosts Poetic Vibes Open Mic a safe space platform for creatives and artists which was the subject of a 2018 Georgetown University documentary that won the coveted Beek Center Social Impact & Innovation Award. On Leap Day of 2020 Harvey created and curated the Black to The Future Festival in the historic Anacostia neighborhood that brought together 100 black owned businesses\, epicureans\, authors\, and artists to promote and sell their goods and brands to over 1\,000 attendees. Harvey’s recent debut book of poetry “To Haiku’m It May Concern” a volume of haiku poems has garnered critic acclaim and has won him a DMV Renaissance Award for best author. Also\, to note he is the most nominated person in DMV Renaissance Award history. Harvey has also been crowned King of Haiku at the first ever Haiku Verzuz Championship in 2022\, and on June 24th Harvey won the ArtToGoGo’s 2023 Spoken Word To GoGo Championship ran by the Anacostia BID. His passion and love of the arts fuels his trajectory and has afforded him opportunities\, partnerships and placement in rooms and at tables beyond his wildest dreams. Stay tuned the best of Harvey Fitz is still yet to come.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/3rd-wednesdays-open-mic-450-k-hosted-by-sir-harvey-fitz/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20250407T151516Z
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SUMMARY:2nd Wednesdays Open Mic | 450 K | Hosted by: Simply Sherri
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our Open Mic! For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, and musicians. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$ 5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab tickets here! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHOSTED BY: SIMPLY SHERRI \nCalifornia born and Maryland raised\, Simply Sherri started writing in 2001 and started reciting her work in 2008 in her poetic home of Baltimore. With topics ranging from love and relationships to depression and verbal abuse\, her writing style is easy going and a reflection of her world. \nSimply Sherri has spotlighted and featured in New York City\, Philadelphia\, Washington and Atlanta. In 2010 she released her debut poetry CD Liquefy. She released her first book “Love Simply” in 2015. She is the host of several poetry venues between Baltimore\, MD & Washington\, DC. \nEmail: simplysherri@outlook.com \nFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/SherriSimplyWrites \nTwitter: simplysherri1 \nInstagram: poetsimplysherry
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/2nd-wednesdays-open-mic-450-k-hosted-by-simply-sherri/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20250407T150405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T150405Z
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SUMMARY:ASL Open Mic | 450 K | Last Fridays | hosted by Wade Green
DESCRIPTION:ASL (American Sign Language) OPEN MIC PRESENTS: \n\n\nOn 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.\n  \n$5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab online tickets now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHOST: WADE GREEN \nWade Green is a deaf dancer\, choreographer and interpretive artist known for his \npassionate delivery and soulful approach to his craft. With a body of work stretching \nover 20 years\, he has performed professionally coast to coast hghe now resides in the \nDMV area\, juggling a career and pursuing degrees at Gallaudet University and Howard \nUniversity. \nWade is a long-term devoted member of the Wild Zappers and National Deaf Dance \nTheater. He also is the new host for ASL open mic night at Busboys and Poets in \nWashington DC where artist and rising stars come together and perform. He has taught \nvarious dance and ASL workshops and performed tributes to the icons such as Bill \n“Bojangles” Robinson and Ray Charles. Now in his present role as an Artistic Director \nfor WZ\, he uses his talents to introduce audiences to the beauty of ASL as a full-bodied \nlanguage. \nWade Green has studied all forms of dance from many noteworthy studios including the \nAlvin Aliey Dance Company for two consecutive intensive programs and a summer with \nthe Dance Theater of Harlem. He also participated in various scholarship programs with \nthe Washington School of Ballet and Richmond School of Ballet. \nThroughout his dance journey\, he has developed another love – acting. Wade has been \ninvolved in many great productions. His most recent productions include “Raisin in the \nSun” (2018-2020) directed by Michelle Banks\, “Out of the Mouth of Boys” directed by \nNicole Morgan (2019) and “This” By Fred Beam. (2020) \nNow at age 32\, Wade has boarded his sights on enriching himself in leadership and \nacting. His goal is to become a well-known advocate and choreographer in the black \ndeaf community. He also has a vigorous goal to travel internationally representing the \ndiverse and uniquely talented deaf community. He enjoys making people laugh and has \nappeared as a stand-up comedian on area stages. With the support and love of his \nfamily and friends\, Wade embraces a world of endless possibilities and continues to \ndiscover all life has to offer.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/asl-open-mic-450-k-last-fridays-hosted-by-wade-green/2025-04-25/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20250407T151948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T151948Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Wednesdays Open Mic | 450 K | Hosted by Sir Harvey Fitz
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our Open Mic! For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, and musicians. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n$ 5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab tickets here! \nHOSTED BY: Sir Harvey Fitz \nHarvey Fitz is a curator of cultural awesomeness who hails from Alexandria\, Virginia and is a graduate of the Virginia State University with a BA in Mass Communications: Radio & Television Production. He currently resides in the Washington Metropolitan Area and is a multifaceted creative: freelance photographer\, theatrically trained actor\, producer\, author\, and spoken word artist just to name a few. In 2017 he developed and hosts Poetic Vibes Open Mic a safe space platform for creatives and artists which was the subject of a 2018 Georgetown University documentary that won the coveted Beek Center Social Impact & Innovation Award. On Leap Day of 2020 Harvey created and curated the Black to The Future Festival in the historic Anacostia neighborhood that brought together 100 black owned businesses\, epicureans\, authors\, and artists to promote and sell their goods and brands to over 1\,000 attendees. Harvey’s recent debut book of poetry “To Haiku’m It May Concern” a volume of haiku poems has garnered critic acclaim and has won him a DMV Renaissance Award for best author. Also\, to note he is the most nominated person in DMV Renaissance Award history. Harvey has also been crowned King of Haiku at the first ever Haiku Verzuz Championship in 2022\, and on June 24th Harvey won the ArtToGoGo’s 2023 Spoken Word To GoGo Championship ran by the Anacostia BID. His passion and love of the arts fuels his trajectory and has afforded him opportunities\, partnerships and placement in rooms and at tables beyond his wildest dreams. Stay tuned the best of Harvey Fitz is still yet to come.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/3rd-wednesdays-open-mic-450-k-hosted-by-sir-harvey-fitz/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20250407T151516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T151628Z
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SUMMARY:2nd Wednesdays Open Mic | 450 K | Hosted by: Simply Sherri
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our Open Mic! For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, and musicians. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$ 5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door! \nGrab tickets here! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHOSTED BY: SIMPLY SHERRI \nCalifornia born and Maryland raised\, Simply Sherri started writing in 2001 and started reciting her work in 2008 in her poetic home of Baltimore. With topics ranging from love and relationships to depression and verbal abuse\, her writing style is easy going and a reflection of her world. \nSimply Sherri has spotlighted and featured in New York City\, Philadelphia\, Washington and Atlanta. In 2010 she released her debut poetry CD Liquefy. She released her first book “Love Simply” in 2015. She is the host of several poetry venues between Baltimore\, MD & Washington\, DC. \nEmail: simplysherri@outlook.com \nFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/SherriSimplyWrites \nTwitter: simplysherri1 \nInstagram: poetsimplysherry
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/2nd-wednesdays-open-mic-450-k-hosted-by-simply-sherri/2025-04-09/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20250218T233315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T233315Z
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SUMMARY:Black History Celebration Slam!
DESCRIPTION:A poetry slam is a high-energy\, competitive event where poets perform original work and are judged by audience-selected judges. Poets bring the heat with powerful words\, and the crowd helps decide the winner! \n SLAM DETAILS\n Two rounds of spoken word intensity—audience picks the winner!\n 1st Place Winner Takes ALL: $100 CASH PRIZE\n $5 + tax & fees online | $8 (tax & fees included) at the door \n SLAM RULES\n✅ Poets must check in 30 minutes before the show for random slot selection.\n✅ All poems must be original works.\n✅ 3-minute 30-second time limit (with a 10-second grace period). Going over? Point deductions apply!\n❌ No props\, costumes\, or musical instruments (including removing clothing).\n❌ Poems must be performed solo.\n Poets can read from paper or electronic devices (as long as they’re not used as props).\n After Round 1\, six competitors will be eliminated! \n✊ STRONGLY ENCOURAGED THEMES:\nBlack Joy | Black Liberation | Black History | Black Future \n️ HOSTED BY MALACHI BYRD\nYou can’t have a conversation with Malachi Byrd without hearing about Washington\, D.C. A poet\, author\, teacher\, and arts advocate\, Malachi believes in the transformative power of creative writing. A graduate of Princeton University with a degree in African-American Studies\, he earned the name “MalPractice” for always staying sharp in his craft. Whether rapping\, performing\, or embracing the community\, Malachi is a force in D.C.’s spoken word scene. He often asks: \n“If art has healing properties\, why not use them?” \n Come celebrate Black history\, honor Black voices\, and witness the power of poetry!  \n $5 + tax & fees online | $8 (tax & fees included) at the door \nWho’s ready to SLAM? ✨
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/black-history-celebration-slam/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T230000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20240929T232444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T232444Z
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SUMMARY:VP Debate Watch Party at Busboys and Poets 450K
DESCRIPTION:The debate will feature Democratic Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota and GOP Sen. JD Vance of Ohio\, moderated by Norah O’Donnell\, anchor of CBS Evening News\, and Margaret Brennan\, moderator of Face the Nation and CBS News foreign affairs correspondent. \nThis will be the first and only time these two are going head to head. \nMake sure to arrive early to snag a good seat! The debate starts at 9 PM\, but the fun kicks off even earlier. We’ll have drink specials all night long\, so you can enjoy the evening while connecting with fellow political enthusiasts. Come for the debate\, and stay for the great community atmosphere!
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/vp-debate-watch-party-at-busboys-and-poets-450k/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20230902T160439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230902T171744Z
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SUMMARY:"Her Own Happiness: A Novel" by Eden Appiah-Kubi at Busboys and Poets
DESCRIPTION:Maya Davis is living in paradise until her apartment\, her career\, and her dreams fall away in a horrible and dramatic fashion. Suddenly she’s packing her life into two suitcases and heading back to her parents’ home in Maryland\, scrambling for a plan B. Happy thirty-first birthday\, Maya. Right beside her is Ant\, Maya’s best friend. While she’s returning home\, Ant’s leaving his home for the first time. Even though he moved away to start his own adventure\, Ant can’t seem to separate himself from Maya—and he’s not sure he wants to. \nThinking practically for once\, Maya makes her top priority finding a career—or at least a job with health insurance. But when she’s drawn into the orbit of Emme Vivant\, the influential girlboss decides Maya has potential. Suddenly there are new contacts\, new clothes\, and the possibility of a shiny new future that could make this move home worthwhile. But is Maya finally in control of her life\, or is she losing it? Just as Ant’s platonic feelings for Maya deepen\, his best friend in the world seems to be moving on without him. \nIn this tender and vibrant novel\, Maya learns that finding the right path might not matter as much as finding herself—and who’s beside her on the journey. \nEden Appiah-Kubi and Hawa Jalloh are joining us on the Busboys stage to celebrate HER OWN HAPPINESS. Copies of the book will be available for purchase during and after the event\, and the author will be signing following the program. \nThis event is free and open to all. Our program begins at 6:00 pm\, and will be followed by an audience Q&A. Copies of HER OWN HAPPINESS will be available for purchase before and after the event. Please note that this event is IN PERSON and will NOT be livestreamed. \nWe ask that guests RSVP in order to receive direct updates about the event from Busboys and Poets Books \nEden Appiah-Kubi\, author of The Bennet Women\, has been putting her spin on classic stories since third grade. She was born in Washington\, DC\, and raised in the Maryland suburbs\, where she still lives with her husband and hilarious daughter. \nHawa Jalloh is a librarian\, co-host of the These Books Made Me podcast\, and lover of Black books (hawa.reads on Instagram). When she doesn’t have her nose in a book\, she’s probably at a concert or listening to her favorite records.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/her-own-happiness-a-novel-by-eden-appiah-kubi-at-busboys-and-poets/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T230000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20230802T185339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T185339Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Night Open Mic hosted by Dwayne B!
DESCRIPTION:For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices\, and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, musicians and a different host every week. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n$5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door. Wristbands are available for purchase online at midnight and in the restaurant starting at 10:00 AM. No refunds. Ticket purchase limit of 4 per person. Guests must have their wristbands (tickets) on upon entering the event. \nSeating is available on a first come\, first seated basis. No saved or reserved seats are allowed. Failure to check in within 30 minutes of advertised start time may result in forfeiture of seats. Sorry\, no refunds.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/wednesday-night-open-mic-hosted-by-dwayne-b-11/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T230000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20230802T185149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T185447Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Night Open Mic hosted by Jonathan B. Tucker
DESCRIPTION:For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices\, and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, musicians and a different host every week. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n$5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door. Wristbands are available for purchase online at midnight and in the restaurant starting at 10:00 AM. No refunds. Ticket purchase limit of 4 per person. Guests must have their wristbands (tickets) on upon entering the event. \nSeating is available on a first come\, first seated basis. No saved or reserved seats are allowed. Failure to check in within 30 minutes of advertised start time may result in forfeiture of seats. Sorry\, no refunds.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/wednesday-night-open-mic-hosted-by-jonathan-b-tucker-11/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20230802T185019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T185019Z
UID:14256-1691690400-1691701200@www.mountvernontriangle.org
SUMMARY:Culture Series: Herstory: A DMV Hip-Hop Love Story
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next event in the summer Culture Series line-up for a captivating cultural experience as the DC Music Summit and HumanitiesDC come together to present a remarkable panel discussion entitled “Herstory: A DMV Hip Hop Love Story from the Women’s Perspective.”
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/culture-series-herstory-a-dmv-hip-hop-love-story/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T230000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20230802T184814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T184814Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Night Open Mic hosted by Simply Sherri
DESCRIPTION:For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices\, and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, musicians and a different host every week. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n$5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door. Wristbands are available for purchase online at midnight and in the restaurant starting at 10:00 AM. No refunds. Ticket purchase limit of 4 per person. Guests must have their wristbands (tickets) on upon entering the event. \nSeating is available on a first come\, first seated basis. No saved or reserved seats are allowed. Failure to check in within 30 minutes of advertised start time may result in forfeiture of seats. Sorry\, no refunds.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/wednesday-night-open-mic-hosted-by-simply-sherri-2/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Busboys and Poets":MAILTO:events@busboysandpoets.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230807T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
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SUMMARY:THE IMPACT SERIES | Kristin Henning and John Bunn
DESCRIPTION:Kristin Henning and John Bunn are joining us on the Busboys stage. Copies of the book will be available for purchase during and after the event\, and Henning will be signing following the program. \nThis event is free and open to all. Our program begins at 6:00 pm\, and will be followed by an audience Q&A. Copies of RAGE OF INNOCENCE will be available for purchase before and after the event. Please note that this event is IN PERSON and will NOT be livestreamed.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/the-impact-series-kristin-henning-and-john-bunn/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Busboys and Poets":MAILTO:events@busboysandpoets.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T230000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20230802T183124Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Night Open Mic Hosted by Anthony Oakes
DESCRIPTION:For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, musicians and a different host every week. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n$5 Cover. No refunds. Ticket purchase limit of 4 per person. Guests must have their wristbands (tickets) on upon entering the event. \nSeating is available on a first come\, first seated basis. No saved or reserved seats are allowed. \nFailure to check-in within 30 minutes of the advertised start time may result in a forfeiture of seats.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/wednesday-night-open-mic-hosted-by-anthony-oakes-6/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Busboys and Poets":MAILTO:events@busboysandpoets.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20230802T183446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T183446Z
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SUMMARY:TRINITY | A Busboys and Poets Books Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Zelda Lockhart is joining us on the Busboys stage to share her novel and her experience writing it with Dr. Kadjiah Ali-Coleman. Copies of the book will be available for purchase during and after the event\, and Lockhart will be signing following the program. \nThis event is free and open to all. Our program begins at 6:00 pm\, and will be followed by an audience Q&A. Copies of TRINITY will be available for purchase before and after the event. Please note that this event is IN PERSON and will NOT be livestreamed.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/trinity-a-busboys-and-poets-books-presentation/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Busboys and Poets":MAILTO:events@busboysandpoets.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T230000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20230602T163550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T163550Z
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SUMMARY:ASL Open Mic Night hosted by DJ Supalee
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/asl-open-mic-night-hosted-by-dj-supalee-10/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Busboys and Poets":MAILTO:events@busboysandpoets.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20230602T163445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T163445Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Night Open Mic hosted by Dwayne B
DESCRIPTION: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 5th & K location. \nIn addition to featured readings at every Busboys and Poets location\, SAGAfest Iceland 2015\, Spirits and Lyrics NYC and Manassas\, Woolly Mammoth Theater\, and the C2EA “We Can End AIDS” march\, Dwayne’s short form poetry prowess led him to win the Best Haiku Award at the 2011 National Underground Spoken-Word Poetry Awards (NUSPA). His work to increase HIV awareness through spoken-word garnered recognition from the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation\, BBCAmerica\, the Discovery Channel\, and The Washington Post. \nUltimately\, his goal is to force his audience to feel. He tends to meet goals. When not documenting his life through poetic meter\, he can be found on the metro making scarves and hats\, or singing karaoke. \n* * * \nFor two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, musicians and a different host every week. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n$5 Cover. No refunds. Ticket purchase limit of 4 per person. Guests must have their wristbands (tickets) on upon entering the event. \nSeating is available on a first come\, first seated basis. No saved or reserved seats are allowed. \nFailure to check-in within 30 minutes of advertised start time may result in a forfeiture of seats.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/wednesday-night-open-mic-hosted-by-dwayne-b-10/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Busboys and Poets":MAILTO:events@busboysandpoets.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20230602T163339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T163339Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Night Open Mic hosted by Jonathan B. Tucker
DESCRIPTION:For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, musicians and a different host every week. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n$5 Cover. No refunds. Ticket purchase limit of 4 per person. Guests must have their wristbands (tickets) on upon entering the event. \nSeating is available on a first come\, first seated basis. No saved or reserved seats are allowed. \nFailure to check-in within 30 minutes of the advertised start time may result in a forfeiture of seats.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/wednesday-night-open-mic-hosted-by-jonathan-b-tucker-10/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Busboys and Poets":MAILTO:events@busboysandpoets.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T090311
CREATED:20230602T163226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T163226Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Open Mic Night hosted by Simply Sherri
DESCRIPTION:For two hours\, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers\, open mic rookies\, musicians and a different host every week. Expect to be moved\, expect a packed house\, expect the unexpected\, but above all come with an open mind and ear. \n$5 Cover. No refunds. Ticket purchase limit of 4 per person. Guests must have their wristbands (tickets) on upon entering the event. \nSeating is available on a first come\, first seated basis. No saved or reserved seats are allowed. \nFailure to check-in within 30 minutes of the advertised start time may result in a forfeiture of seats.
URL:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/event/wednesday-open-mic-night-hosted-by-simply-sherri-9/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Busboys and Poets":MAILTO:events@busboysandpoets.com
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