Tuesday, July 25, 8-11pm, Lincoln Cafe, 740 E. Long St.

Join us for a spoken word / open mic night to fundraise for the #BlackPride4!

During Columbus’ Pride parade on June 17, 2017, a group of protesters asked for 7 minutes of silence to bring awareness to the 7 shots fired at Philandro Castile as well as the 15 trans women who have been murdered this year alone. Within 30 seconds, police met the protesters with violence, pepper spray, and criminal charges. Four [now known at the #BlackPride4] [BP4] were arrested during Pride and are in need of money for legal fees.

Not only is this a chance to support the #BlackPride4; this is also a chance to better understand queer people of color through artistic expression. Let’s listen to each other through spoken word, poetry, and music; and help the BP4 fight police brutality in court.

We will have the fabulous John Gibson and Tiffany Mariie to MC the event and to get things started!

Sign up when you walk in to share your talent and feelings!

The entry fee goes directly to the BP4 and is on a sliding scale of $6-$8 so give what you can; additional donations will be accepted as well.

Show your support by showing up and sharing this event!

Hosted by Black Queer and Intersectional Columbus.