A Weekend of Love and Jazz with Marcus Johnson


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    Feb 14, 2025
    5:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Get ready for a weekend filled with love, smooth jazz vibes, and the soulful sounds of Marcus Johnson – it’s going to be epic!A Weekend of Love and Jazz Marcus JohnsonCelebrate Love with Marcus Johnson: A Week of Love and Jazz at Busboys and Poets, HyattsvilleThis Valentine’s Day, treat yourself and your loved ones to (more…)

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Just Love: A Dinner Salon with Jazz & Poetry inspired by James Baldwin


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    Feb 14, 2025
    5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

The Cheuse Center and Busboys and Poets present:Just Love: A Dinner Salon with Jazz & Poetry inspired by James BaldwinTo celebrate the Baldwin100 collaborative projectFeaturing jazz musician Lena Seikaly singing Baldwin’s favorite jazz numbersPoetry by E Ethelbert Miller, Zeina Azzam and Martheaus PerkinsThe night will open with Martheaus Perkins, who will read his poem dedicated to (more…)

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National Symphony Orchestra – Chamber Concert


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    Feb 14, 2025
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us at Busboys and Poets on February 14th at 6 p.m. and February 15th at 11 a.m. for special chamber concerts as part of the National Symphony Orchestra’s (NSO) “In Your Neighborhood 2025: Uptown” initiative.  We are proud to partner with the NSO to bring the transformative power of music to the heart of Takoma.free (more…)

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Seven Black Minutes: Black Love & History


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    Feb 14, 2025
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

DC has always been home to some of the most hilarious Black Comedians from all over the country. We still have them and they are super ready to share their hilarity with you. All are welcomed to this show. All we ask is that you respect the culture. We are going to have soooooooooo much (more…)

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My Loves: A Valentine’s Day Showcase


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    Feb 14, 2025
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

My Loves: A Valentine’s Day ShowcaseFriday, February 14, 2025 | 8:00 PMBusboys and Poets – ColumbiaCelebrate love in all its forms this Valentine’s Day with an unforgettable evening of poetry, art, and music! Whether you’re sharing the night with a partner, friends, or your own beautiful self, Busboys and Poets has curated the perfect event (more…)

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Friday Night Open Mic hosted by Malachi Byrd


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    Feb 14, 2025
    9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poets Event hosted this week by MALACHI BYRDYou won’t get five minutes into a conversation with Malachi Byrd, without hearing about Washington, D.C. An author, teacher, songwriter, and arts advocate from the district, Malachi believes superpowers exist in creative writing. An African-American Studies graduate from Princeton University, MalPractice gets his name from (more…)

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9th Hour Poetry Slam hosted by Charity Blackwell


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    Feb 14, 2025
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Charity BlackwellA poetry slam is a competitive event in which poets perform their work and are judged by members of the audience. Typically, the host or another organizer selects the judges, who are instructed to give numerical scores (on a zero to 10 or one to (more…)

National Symphony Orchestra Chamber Concert | Brunch Show

National Symphony Orchestra Chamber Concert | Brunch Show


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    Feb 15, 2025
    11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Join us at Busboys and Poets on February 14th 2025 at 6 p.m. and February 15th 2025 at 11 a.m. for special chamber concerts as part of the National Symphony Orchestra’s (NSO) “In Your Neighborhood 2025: Uptown” initiative. We are proud to partner with the NSO to bring the transformative power of music to the (more…)

A Weekend of Love and Jazz with Marcus Johnson – Brunch Show


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    Feb 15, 2025
    12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

A Weekend of Love and Jazz Marcus JohnsonCelebrate Love with Marcus Johnson: A Week of Love and Jazz at Busboys and Poets, HyattsvilleThis Valentine’s Day, treat yourself and your loved ones to an unforgettable musical experience. Join us for Marcus Johnson’s Week of Love and Jazz at Busboys and Poets in Hyattsville, MD—a celebration of (more…)

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Valentine Comedy Show


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    Feb 15, 2025
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Valentine’s Comedy Game Night – Fun for Everyone!Looking for the perfect way to add to your Valentine weekend? Whether you’re single, coupled up, or just looking for a fun night out, we’ve got something for everyone. Expect a night full of clean hilarious stand-up comedy, exciting games to play, and fabulous prizes that you have (more…)

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ASL Open Mic Night hosted by Marcus J Smith


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    Feb 15, 2025
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

ASL (American Sign Language) OPEN MIC PRESENTS: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 (more…)

February 16, 2025

The Busboys and Poets Sunday School Cafe


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    Feb 16, 2025
    9:00 am - 11:00 am

Today’s presenter is Peter Kuznick, discussing Russia and Ukraine.Peter Kuznick is professor of history and director of the award-winning Nuclear Studies Institute at American University and is currently serving his sixth three-year term as distinguished lecturer with the Organization of American Historians. He has written extensively about science and politics, nuclear history, and Cold War (more…)