Blk Ivy Thrift

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

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

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

Although many of us were not surprised by the outcome of Election Day, the weighted, collective sting of institutional bigotry and complete

Fall is here, and so too is our first poetry night of the season!It’s Fall Y’all! And we’re back with a new season of our monthly open mic offerings. October’s theme will be GROWTH, and we are looking forward to hearing and sharing pieces that align with change, healing, evolution, movement, and everything in between. Afterwards, we have a VERY exciting announcement to share that you don’t want to miss!!Complimentary beverages will be available to attendees, and we are asking all performers to prepare poetry inspired by this month’s theme!Important: Due to the intimate setting of the venue, seating is

Join us for our final summer open mic nightWe’re BACK with an end of summer shindig for the 4th installment of our open mic series! Hosted by @mayaisangelique at Blk Ivy Thrift on Friday, August 30th at 6:30pm!You DON’T wanna miss this one!Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be served. For those performing, please prepare pieces surrounding FREEDOM, as this will be our theme for the evening!Important: Due to the intimate setting of the venue, seating is first come, first serve. We are encouraging all to register in advance, as we have been privileged to enjoy completely sold out experiences

Get ready to showcase your talent and express yourself at our "An Open Mic Experience" event on May 11, 2024!Calling all poets and poetry lovers! We’re officially back live and better than ever with the third installment of our open mic series, hosted by @mayaisangelique on Saturday, May 11th at 6:30pm!Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be served, so come join us for a drink and a vibe, on the house!No theme for this event! Just bring your heart and your art! You don’t wanna miss this one!Tickets Online - $10.Tickets at the Door - $15.Important: Due to the intimate

Blk Ivy Thrift Presents the Second Installment of Our Open Mic Night SeriesIn honor of the women who have mothered us, and the women that we want to be.You asked, and we delivered! The second installment of our open mic series is here in time for Women’s HERStory Month, on Saturday, March 23rd at 6:30pm! This event is open to ALL who are looking to honor the women in their lives.Complimentary beverages will be available to attendees, and we are asking all performers to prepare pieces inspired by this month’s theme! (pink heart & bouquet emojis)Important: Due to the intimate