Open House @ Anacostia Arts Center is a monthly event that features an open mic, a Black owned business showcase, and offerings from Nubian Hueman, Mahogany Books, Vintaged and Charmed, and The Fresh Food Factory. 

This Month's Open House will feature local makers and their goods, a small business networking hour, a candle making workshop, and a holiday themed open mic curated by our partner, DJ Art.is. 

Come celebrate small businesses, artisans, and local leaders as we kick off the holiday season!

Glo Shines is a local MC and poet commonly seen at Busboys and Poets. Join us as we celebrate Glo and a legion of local performers during DJ Artis' Release. 

Glo Shines is a poet, emcee, host, and supplier of vibes. Current host of Busboys Open Mic at 14& V. Hip -Hopper since a toddler, Glo composed her first raps at the age of 4. Poetry and spoken word came many years later. As a performer, she brings intangible energy that engages and informs her audience. She was featured at such national venues as Nicolas Bookstore in Brooklyn, Tuesday Verses in Richmond, VA and Wednesday Verses, Honfleur Gallery, Big Chief, Ivy City Smokehouse in Washington, DC, and the renowned Apache Café in Atlanta, GA. She has also featured and hosted at several notable venues in Hampton Roads Virginia: including the Chrysler Museum, The Harrison Opera House, Old Dominion University, Hampton University, Downing-Gross Community Center, The Funny Bone, and the Newsome House. In 2016, Glo Shines had the privilege of being the opening act for the legendary Dick Gregory. She has performed for and worked with the public school systems of Norfolk, Hampton, and Newport News. She has also worked with various charities including Parents against bullying, the Boys and Girls Club, and Teens with a Purpose.

Free event! RSVP here!