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Poetry On The Rooftop: R&B Edition

Umekia’s Corner hosts their open mic, Poetry On The Rooftop, at 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 9, at the Catahoula Hotel (914 Union Street). The event will be hosted by comic Shervey Carter and feature Yahjah, Sabrina Hayes, and GGpender. Admission is free with a one-drink minimum. Special guests and performers are to be added. Participants are encouraged to Poetry On The Rooftop: R&B Edition

Poetry on the Rooftop 3: Eye Whitness

Umekia’s Corner presents The Whitness (Eye Whitness Book Release) Poetry Jam and Open Mic at 6 p.m. on Sunday, April 30, at the Catahoula Hotel (914 Union St). Akeem and the DCpoet bring you Brown Sugar vibes and hip-hop music and making history as The Whitness makes her poetry publishing debut with Eye Whitness Special guest Poetry on the Rooftop 3: Eye Whitness

Poetry On The Rooftop Part 2

John Lacarbiere III hosts Poetry on the Rooftop Part 2 at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 19, at The Catahoula Hotel (914 Union Street). This event features an open mic and live music as well as featured readers. Keisha Slaughter and Monica McIntyre of Spirit and Sparrow make a special appearance. Guest performers also include Rickey Poetry On The Rooftop Part 2