Say It Louder: Juneteenth Open Mic and Art Gathering

Some of the best nights in NYC happen because somebody decided to leave the house.

Juneteenth in Brooklyn. And Bushwick we have some words for you!
Live music. Poetry. Rap. Comedy. Real people. Real art. Real community.

Last time 75+ people pulled up and over 20 artists performed.

If you’ve been craving Black creative community in NYC, this is your sign.

Come support local artists and a Black women queer owned Brooklyn venue creating space for culture, connection, and independent creative events to exist in this city.

You do not need to perform to belong here. Bring your sketchbook, camera, crochet, laptop, unfinished ideas, or just yourself. The open mic is for the people.

Tickets start at $10

Get Your Ticket https://posh.vip/g/the-art-meetup

No formal sign up is needed to take the mic. Join The Art Meetup NYC open mic group chat for updates, artist connections, and event information:
https://forms.gle/GabU2Jjd7mNTw4N19

More Events This Summer: https://www.lailanigibson.com/theartmeetup

NYC Jobs + Creative Opportunities for Artists: https://lailanigibsonartjobs.substack.com

Info: Arrive early and ease into the space before the crowd builds. This is a slower, more intimate window to settle in, meet people naturally, and support Saint James Libations at your own pace.

Info: The room begins to fill. Grab a drink, connect with the energy, and if you plan to perform, make sure to secure your spot. This is where the atmosphere starts to come alive.

Info: The first wave of voices takes the mic. Expect honesty, vulnerability, and powerful storytelling as the room settles into listening and witnessing.

Info: Take time to move, talk, and connect. Support the bar, explore the art, and meet the people around you. This is where strangers start to feel familiar.

Info: The energy deepens. Performances build momentum, and the room becomes more responsive, more connected, and more alive.

Info: The event winds down. Stay a bit, connect, and continue supporting the space as the night transitions out.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Saint James Libations, 269 Stanhope Street, Brooklyn, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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