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Happy New Year Family! We are BACK with our open mic series as the newly branded BLK Ivy Poetry Collective! We are looking forward to vibing

That’s right, family. You asked, we delivered, and it feels amazing to be back. In two week’s time, we will be hosting a gathering of someThat’s right, family. You asked, we delivered, and it feels amazing to be back. In two week’s time, we will be hosting a gathering of some of the most brilliant minds in all of Philadelphia for our inaugural Poet’s Salon on Saturday February 15th from 10am-12:30pm. This new, monthly writing club will serve as a third space for scribes and poets who are looking to sharpen their craft, get feedback and build community in a

Join us at the BLK IVY Open Mic Event for a night of music, poetry, and creativity!One year ago, we set out to create a safe haven for self-expression and joy through our monthly open mic series, and there’s NO WAY we could’ve done it without you. Come celebrate #BlackJoyMonth with us, and one whole year together as a community!This event will take place Friday, February 28th, 2025 at BLK Ivy Thrift from 6:30-8:30pm.Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be served. For those performing, please prepare pieces surrounding Black love and JOY, as this will be our theme for the

Join us for a beautiful evening of transition, style, and inspiration with Dr. Kimberly McGlonn at our Sunset Soiree & Book Talk!Threads of Transition: A Sunset Soiree & Book Talk with Dr. Kimberly McGlonnDate: Saturday, June 14Time: 3:00PM - 8:00PMLocation: MaKen Studios SouthJoin us for an evening of inspiration and connection at Threads of Transition: A Sunset Soiree & Book Talk with Dr Kimberly McGlonn!Come to celebrate Dr. McGlonn’s contributions as a social entrepreneur who used fashion as activism for the past decade. In preparing to close her design studios for good, you’re invited to attend an intimate conversation with