FEATURED EVENT Busboys and Poets Presents: The 2022 NYE Peace Party Friday, December 31,2021 @ 9PM Ring in the New Year and watch the Ball drop with some of the hottest peace activists and literary powerhouses of our time! Special guests include: Angela Davis political activist, philosopher, academic, scholar, and author  Ibram X. Kendi scholar, educator, author Latosha Brown community organizer, political strategist, co-founder of Black Voters Matter Gina Dent activist, scholar, and educator Sonia Sanchez renowned writer, poet, playwright, activist Michael Eric Dyson academic, author, ordained minister, radio host Amy Goodman broadcast journalist, syndicated columnist, investigative reporter, author Medea Benjamin political and human rights activist, author  D. Watkins author, educator, journalist More to be announced Live Music, DJ, Food, Party Favors, Champagne Toast  Free Parking Click Here For Tickets! Stay Close & Stay Safe! The SpringHill Suites Columbia (by Marriott) & Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia South (by Hilton) are the official hotel partners for Busboys and Poets' NYE Peace Party.  Both hotels are located minutes from Busboys and Poets. The hotels' studio suites feature separated sleeping areas and living rooms that offer an ergonomic work desk, pull-out sleeper sofa, and pantry, HDTV with premium movie and digital channels, and WiFi.  Click Here For SpringHill Suites! Click Here For Hampton Inn & Suites! UPCOMING EVENTS MONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2021 4 PM @ All Locations Happy Hour $5 Rail Mixers 8 PM @ Shirlington Open Mic Hosted by KaNikki J. $5 Cover TUESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2021 4 PM @ All Locations Happy Hour $5 Rail Mixers  5:30 PM @ 14th & V St. Meeting with a Russian politician Vladimir Milov Join the Conversation 8 PM @ 14th & V St. Open Mic Hosted by Twain Dooley $5 Cover 8 PM @ Columbia Open Mic Hosted by Charity Blackwell $5 Cover WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2021 4 PM @ All Locations Happy Hour $5 Rail Mixers 6 PM @ Virtual Busboys and Poets Books Presents: Sometimes I Trip On How Happy We Could Be with Nichole Perkins Join the Conversation  7 PM @ Hyattsville Censoring Democracy: U of Maryland MLAW Program $5 Cover 7 PM @ Virtual Art After Dark Presents: Virtual Event: Art+Dance Party Join the Party! 8 PM @ Baltimore Open Mic Hosted by Nehemiah $5 Cover 8 PM @ Baltimore Open Mic Hosted by Simply Sherri $5 Cover THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2021 4 PM @ All Locations Happy Hour $5 Rail Mixers 5 PM @ 14th & V St. Busboys and Poets Books Presents: Promise That You will Sing About Me with Miles Marshall Lewis & Datwon Thomas Join the Conversation 5 PM @ Brookland Body Belly Soul Candid Convos for Black Moms with Nicole Bailey Join the Conversation 6 PM @ Anacostia Book Launch: Parenting from Behind the Bedroom Door with Leslie Wilmer Join the Conversation 6:30 PM @ 450K Open "People of the Book" Discussion and Book Signing with Dr. Craig Considine Join the Conversation 8 PM @ 14th & V St. Book Smarts: A Comedy Showcase About Books & More Click Here For Tickets 8 PM @ Hyattsville Open Mic Hosted By 2Deep Cover $5 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 12 PM @ Brookland Artists Holiday Market Join the Conversation 4 PM @ All Locations Happy Hour $5 Rail Mixers 8 PM @ Brookland College Night Open Mic Hosted By Malachi Cover $5 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2021  Saturday & Sunday Brunch at ALL Locations $5 Mimosas and Bloody Marys Start every day with Busboys and Poets. Brunch is served 7 days a week UNTIL 3 PM. Open for indoor and outdoor dining, carryout, or delivery. order.busboysandpoets.com SUNDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2021 5 PM @ Shirlington Busboys and Poets Books Presents: We're Not Gonna Pay:an in depth look at the history and culture behind award winning musical RENT with author with Amy Starecheski and Signature Theatre. Join the Conversation MONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2021  4 PM @ All Locations Happy Hour $5 Rail Mixers 8 PM @ Shirlington Open Mic Hosted by 13 Of Nazareth $5 Cover CLICK HERE TO SEE A FULL EVENTS LIST ART Busboys and Poets is a community gathering place, restaurant, and cultural hub for artists, activists, writers, thinkers and dreamers. We are looking for visual art, in all mediums, from local artists to display at our locations. Submit Your Work Here! ARTIST SPOTLIGHT Larry “Poncho” Brown Larry “Poncho” Brown, is a native of Baltimore, MD. He started his first business at the age of 17 as a signwriter and he has been a full time artist ever since. Poncho received his Bachelors of Fine Arts degree in graphic design and photography from the Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore, MD. His art, both fine and commercial, has been published nationally in Upscale, Ebony, Ebony Man, Essence, and Jet magazines. His art is featured in the UCLA Fowler Museum of Cultural History book entitled “Wrapped In Pride” and “Connecting People With Art”. His popular works have been prominently featured on several TV shows including “A Different World”, “In The House”, “The Wire”, “The Carmichael Show”, “Star”, and “Greenleaf”. Movies featuring his art include “Avalon”, “He Said, She Said”, and “Soulfood”. His work adorns the walls of the likes of Camille Cosby, Dick Gregory, Anita Baker, Susan Taylor, Ed Gordon and Bernard Bronner just to name a few. His original works are in the corporate and institutional collections of Coppin State University, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, the District of Columbia Superior Courts, the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University, Howard University Hospital, and Yale New Haven Health Park Avenue Medical Center. For more information, check out his website at  http://theartofponcho.com/ Poncho's work is on display at the Baltimore location at 3224 St. Paul Street, Baltimore MD 21218. JOIN OUR TRIBE! ON THE SPOT INTERVIEWS Monday-Wednesday As we continue to grow, so does our tribe. Busboys and Poets is looking for dynamic individuals committed to our vision for all positions! CLICK HERE to Apply Today! BUSBOYS AND POETS BOOKS Whether you're on the go or just trying to keep it low-key at home, you can get a new book delivered with your favorite Busboys and Poets meal. Before you check out for your online to-go or delivery order, make sure to explore our Books2Go offerings. CLICK HERE TO ORDER BOOKS  CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION Check out Andy Shallal's twitter account to stay informed, engage in meaningful discussion, and connect with Andy. Follow him @andyshallal and check out our twitter @busboysandpoets We always value your feedback. Please tell us about your experience! BUSBOYS @ 14TH & V 2021 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 (202) 387-7638  BUSBOYS @ 450 K 450 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001 (202) 789-BBAP (2227) BUSBOYS @ SHIRLINGTON 4251 S. Campbell Ave, Arlington, VA 22206 (703) 379-9757  BUSBOYS @ HYATTSVILLE 5331 Baltimore Ave. Hyattsville, MD 20781 (301) 779-2787  BUSBOYS @ BROOKLAND 625 Monroe St NE, Washington, DC 20017 (202) 636-7230  BUSBOYS @ TAKOMA 235 Carroll St NW, Washington, DC 20012 (202) 726-0856 BUSBOYS @ ANACOSTIA 2004 MLK Jr. Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020 (202) 889-1374 BUSBOYS @ BALTIMORE 3224 St Paul St, Baltimore, MD 21218 (410) 497-7114 BUSBOYS @ COLUMBIA 6251 Mango Tree Rd, Columbia, MD 21044 (410) 734-2445

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