The Write Stuff: Poetry and Spoken Word Workshop Lead by Charity Blackwell

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Busboys and Poets 14th & V | Washington

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The Write Stuff: Poetry and Spoken Word Workshop Lead by Charity Blackwell
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Come join us for The Write Stuff workshop with Charity Blackwell to learn how to express yourself through poetry and spoken word!
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The Write Stuff: Poetry & Spoken Word Workshop


✍🏾 Write it. Speak it. Feel it. Own it. 🎤

📅 Tuesday, March 25
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM EDT
📍 Busboys and Poets – 14th & V
📍 2021 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

🔥 Ready to turn your thoughts into powerful poetry? 🔥

Join Charity Blackwell—spoken word artist, poet, and powerhouse—for an interactive writing and performance workshop that will help you find your voice, craft compelling poetry, and bring your words to life on stage.

Whether you’re a seasoned poet, a first-time writer, or just someone with a lot to say, this workshop is your space to explore, create, and connect with fellow wordsmiths. Through dynamic exercises, live performance coaching, and a little bit of poetic magic, Charity will guide you in shaping your story, your truth, and your art.

🌟 What to Expect:
✅ Writing prompts to spark creativity
✅ Spoken word techniques to elevate your delivery
✅ Live feedback & performance tips from Charity
✅ A welcoming space to share, learn, and grow

So grab your pen, your passion, and your courage—it’s time to write the story only you can tell. Let’s make words move!

🎟️ Spots are limited—secure yours now!

Brought to you by Busboys and Poets & Embassy of Haiti.

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The Write Stuff: Poetry & Spoken Word Workshop

✍🏾 Write it. Speak it. Feel it. Own it. 🎤

📅 Tuesday, March 25
Doors Open at 5:00 PM | Workshop Begins 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM EDT
📍 Busboys and Poets – 14th & V
📍 2021 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

🔥 Ready to turn your thoughts into powerful poetry? 🔥

Join Charity Blackwell—spoken word artist, poet, and powerhouse—for an interactive writing and performance workshop that will help you find your voice, craft compelling poetry, and bring your words to life on stage.

This special Women’s History Month edition of The Write Stuff will focus on amplifying women’s voices, storytelling, and empowerment through poetry and spoken word. Whether you’re a seasoned poet, a first-time writer, or just someone with a lot to say, this workshop is your space to explore, create, and connect with fellow wordsmiths.

🌟 What to Expect:
✅ Writing prompts to spark creativity, focusing on women’s experiences and empowerment
✅ Spoken word techniques to elevate your delivery
✅ Live feedback & performance tips from Charity
✅ A welcoming space to share, learn, and grow

So grab your pen, your passion, and your courage—it’s time to write the story only you can tell. Let’s make words move!

🎟️ Spots are limited—secure yours now!

Brought to you by Busboys and Poets & Embassy of Haiti.



About Charity Blackwell

Charity Blackwell is a spoken word artist, poet, emcee, and educator known for using her voice to inspire, empower, and uplift communities. As the Chief of Culture & Arts for DC SCORES and the Director of Poetry Events at Busboys and Poets, she has led workshops and performances across the country, blending activism and artistry. With over eight years of experience leading poetry and culture-building workshops, Charity is passionate about creating spaces for self-expression and storytelling. Her work has been featured on TEDx, NPR, and The Washington Post, and she continues to be a driving force in the spoken word and arts community.


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Busboys and Poets 14th & V, 2021 14th St NW, Washington, United States

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