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SUMMARY:DCPL - Visual Arts Mask workshop w/ Luis Del Valle
DESCRIPTION:Visual Arts Exploration:  Creating Masks​Embark on a creative journey that merges the abstract art of Cubism with the rich tradition of African masks. In this immersive and relaxed class\, you’ll enjoy an evening of painting while delving into the fascinating interplay between these two art forms. You’ll learn about the origins and techniques of Cubism\, as well as the cultural and symbolic significance of African masks. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a beginner\, this class offers a unique opportunity to explore new artistic perspectives and create a distinctive piece of art.
URL:https://storytapestries.org/event/dcpl-visual-arts-mask-workshop-w-luis-del-valle/
LOCATION:Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Neighborhood Library\, 1630 7th St NW\, Washington\, DC\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Story Tapestries - Facebook LIVE!
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URL:https://storytapestries.org/event/tuesdays-with-story-tapestries-facebook-live-104/
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SUMMARY:DCPL - Open Mic w/ Bomani Armah
DESCRIPTION:Hip-Hop Open MicBomani uses his life experiences\, mixed with his musical and poetic skills\, to paint lyrical pictures of life\, as he sees it\, and the future as he envisions it.  Bomani has been performing his brand of thought provoking-head-nodding music on stages big and small for over 15 years for thousands of people of all ages\, from schools\, to churches\, to nightclubs and prisons. Bomani’s assembly is a multimedia presentation\, explaining the fun process of hip-hop songwriting while comparing it to the practical skill of essay writing. Bomani has had videos featured BET and MTV2\, as well as hosted and performed everywhere from the Washington National Cathedral to the Fillmore in New York City. \nBranch Contact: Terri McCray    Terri.McCray@DC.Gov    202-281-2583
URL:https://storytapestries.org/event/dcpl-open-mic-w-bomani-armah/
LOCATION:Dorothy I. Height/Benning Neighborhood Library\, 3935 Benning Rd NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Story Tapestries - Facebook LIVE!
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URL:https://storytapestries.org/event/tuesdays-with-story-tapestries-facebook-live-103/
LOCATION:https://www.facebook.com/StoryTapestries
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SUMMARY:After School Program
DESCRIPTION:This event is not open to the public; however if you’re interested in seeing Story Tapestries in action\, contact us at 301-916-6328 or program@storytapestries.org\, and we’ll arrange for you to attend.
URL:https://storytapestries.org/event/this-event-is-not-open-to-the-public-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T160000
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SUMMARY:Civic Circle: Youth Democracy Fest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Democracy with The Civic Circle! \nJoin The Civic Circle’s Youth Democracy Fest on March 14 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Takoma Park Community Center at 7500 Maple Avenue in Takoma Park. Students in our community will lift their voices to celebrate democracy\, freedom and change with their civic songs\, speeches\, poems\, and art. We’ll also enjoy uplifting performances by Downwire\, poets Malachi Byrd and Regie Cabico\, and singer Munit Mesfin. We’ll have refreshments\, and attendance is free\, but space is limited\, so reserve your seat today. For more information\, including sponsorships and volunteer opportunities\, please email info@theciviccircle.org. \nFor Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/youth-democracy-fest-tickets-1982250245846?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://storytapestries.org/event/civic-circle-youth-democracy-fest/
LOCATION:Takoma Park Community Center\, 7500 Maple Ave\, Takoma Park\, MD\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Story Tapestries - Facebook LIVE!
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URL:https://storytapestries.org/event/tuesdays-with-story-tapestries-facebook-live-102/
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SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Story Tapestries - Facebook LIVE!
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SUMMARY:In the Heart of the Other: A Performance and a Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an incredible\, intimate afternoon of stories and poems. Experience the power of a spoken word program with poet Mohammed Arafat and storyteller Noa Baum. Through poetry and storytelling\, the program fosters connection and compassion\, inviting deep listening and reflection. \nAfter the artists have performed\, we will have time to participate in a conversation and eat a light snack.  Location: A home in Silver Spring MD (address given 1 week before the event to registrants)Date:  Sunday\, February 22\, 2026  at 3 pm \nCost: FreeRegister here:  https://bit.ly/STNB_Heart \nRegister to receive the precise location and parking instructions.
URL:https://storytapestries.org/event/in-the-heart-of-the-other-a-performance-and-a-conversation/
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SUMMARY:Performance by jazz vocalist\, Alison Crockett
DESCRIPTION:Family Literacy Night – featuring a performance with jazz vocalist\, Alison Crockett\, 6:30-7:00 pm.
URL:https://storytapestries.org/event/performance-by-jazz-vocalist-alison-crockett/
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SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Story Tapestries - Facebook LIVE!
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SUMMARY:This event is not open to the public.
DESCRIPTION:This event is not open to the public; however if you’re interested in seeing Story Tapestries in action\, contact us at 301-916-6328 or program@storytapestries.org\, and we’ll arrange for you to attend.
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SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Story Tapestries - Facebook LIVE!
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SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Story Tapestries - Facebook LIVE!
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SUMMARY:A LANGSTON HUGHES BIRTHDAY POETRY CELEBRATION
DESCRIPTION:This is happening todayStory Tapestriespresents A LANGSTON HUGHES BIRTHDAY POETRY CELEBRATIONRegister Here: https://igfn.us/f/5n0e/n \nOpen Mic hosted by Regie Cabico\, Dwayne Lawson Brown and Kanikki Jakarta \nwith poetry readings by participants of the“I\, Too\, Am America” writing workshopsheld at MLK Libraryand a performance \nBright Before Us Like a Flame by Day Eightfeaturing Langston Hughes’ poetryand original works byAmuche the Poet and Pianir the Poet \nFebruary 1\, 2026\, Sunday5 pm to 7 pm \nBusboys & Poets Takoma235 Carroll Street NW\, Washington\, DC 20012Free and open to the public \nRegister Here: https://igfn.us/f/5n0e/n \nsupported by Humanities DC
URL:https://storytapestries.org/event/a-langston-hughes-birthday-poetry-celebration/
LOCATION:Busboys & Poets Takoma  235 Carroll Street NW 20012
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SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Story Tapestries - Facebook LIVE!
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SUMMARY:This event is not open to the public.
DESCRIPTION:This event is not open to the public; however if you’re interested in seeing Story Tapestries in action\, contact us at 301-916-6328 or program@storytapestries.org\, and we’ll arrange for you to attend.
URL:https://storytapestries.org/event/this-event-is-not-open-to-the-public/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T190000
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SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Story Tapestries - Facebook LIVE!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T123000
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SUMMARY:I\, Too\, Am America: At MLK Library
DESCRIPTION:Join the DC Library and Story Tapestries for 3 poetry workshops inspired by the life and works of Langston Hughes. We will write together and share our poetry in a nurturing environment. This event is for all ages and poets of all levels and is free with registration. Select participants will have their poems published in a digital format for Langston Hughes’ birthday\, February 1\, 2026\, highlighting DC’s diversity and resilience. \nAt MLK Library: \nSaturday\, January 10 2025 12.30 to 2.30 pm Register here. \nMeet the Instructors: \nRegie Cabico is the first Asian American Slam Poet to win the Nuyorican Poet Cafe’s Grand Slam and has appeared on two seasons of The Poet Speaks\, HBO’s Def Poetry Jam\, and TEDx Talk.  He is a lead teaching artist for The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. His latest poetry collection is A Rabbit In Search of a Rolex\, published by Day Eight. \nDwayne Lawson-Brown\, aka the Crochet Kingpin\, is an author\, arts administrator for the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities\, and a Helen Hayes-nominated playwright\, competitive karaoke champion\, host of Thursday night karaoke at Voodoo Bar DC\, and CEO of Crochet Kingpin Designs. Dwayne has performed and hosted at  The Kennedy Center\, Woolly Mammoth Theater\, Keegan Theater\, The Strathmore\, the Smithsonian Folklife Festival\, and Spit Dat DC. \nKaNikki Jakarta is the First Black Poet Laureate of Alexandria\, Virginia\, the author of three novels\, two poetry collections\, a memoir\, a short story\, and a poetry collection entitled ALABAMA GIRL\, VIRGINIA WOMAN. She has been featured on NBC\, WUSA9\, and Comcast and is the Inaugural Poet In Residence for Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association.  She can be found on the social media platform @kanikkiJ \nThis program is made possible by support from the DC Public Library & funds from Story Tapestries & Humanities DC. 
URL:https://storytapestries.org/event/i-too-am-america-at-mlk-library-3/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library\, 899 G St NW\, Washington\, DC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T190000
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SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Story Tapestries - Facebook LIVE!
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