Join us at Busboys and Poets for Speak the Dream, a transformative evening of spoken word honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Through the power of poetry, we’ll amplify voices that speak truth to justice, equality, and the fight for a better world.

This special MLK Day Poetry Slam brings together amateur and professional poets to share their stories and perspectives in a competitive and inspiring showcase. The audience will decide who takes home the $100 cash prize, but every voice on this stage is a winner in the fight for social change.

$100 CASH PRIZE – Winner takes all!

Full food and bar service available throughout the event.

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.

In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners from all walks of life. Find us @busboysandpoets on Instagram, 8pm-10pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.

In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners from all walks of life. Find us @busboysandpoets on Instagram, 8pm-10pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.

In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners from all walks of life. Find us @busboysandpoets on Instagram, 8pm-10pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.

In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners from all walks of life. Find us @busboysandpoets on Instagram, 8pm-10pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.

In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners from all walks of life. Find us @busboysandpoets on Instagram, 8pm-10pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.

In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners from all walks of life. Find us @busboysandpoets on Instagram, 8pm-10pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.

In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners from all walks of life. Find us @busboysandpoets on Instagram, 8pm-10pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.

In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners from all walks of life. Find us @busboysandpoets on Instagram, 8pm-10pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.

In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners from all walks of life. Find us @busboysandpoets on Instagram, 8pm-10pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.

In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners from all walks of life. Find us @busboysandpoets on Instagram, 8pm-10pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.

In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners from all walks of life. Find us @busboysandpoets on Instagram, 8pm-10pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

#BusboysOnLive is an online open mic and poetry slam curated by the poetry community of Busboys and Poets.

In an unfortunate time of #socialdistancing and quarantine, we aim to provide an artistic virtual experience and conversation for the community by the community. Though we focus on Poetry, we invite Musicians, Visual Artists, Comedians, Readers & listeners from all walks of life. Find us @busboysandpoets on Instagram, 8pm-10pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

You're invited to a FREE celebration honoring one of history's greatest visionaries, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Enjoy birthday cake, a Power Patch printmaking workshop, an artist talk with Instagram star and exhibiting artist Kyle Yearwood, a poetry slam and open mic with Olu Butterfly and Chuck the Mad Ox, and more, at this FREE, fun-filled day! See our latest exhibition "The Secret Life of Earth" with FREE admission all day, 10am–5pm.

A special invitation extended to educators and all the wonderful people who help to empower the next generation. Teachers, come pick up our educational materials and discover the many educational offerings we have available for you and your students.

This year, AVAM is collecting new & gently used socks for our neighbors, Paul's Place, Inc