The Art Meetup Juneteenth Brooklyn Open Mic: Say It Louder

We are still here. We have always been here.

In a city that constantly shifts, erases, and rebuilds, this is a moment to stand firm in who we are and take up space without asking.

Say It Louder is a Juneteenth gathering rooted in Black expression, creativity, and presence. This space centers voices that deserve to be heard and artists who carry culture forward every day.

This is not quiet. This is not small. This is not temporary.

This gathering will take place at , a Black Queer Women-owned wine bar. Showing up matters, but supporting matters more. Come ready to buy, tip, and invest in the space. Community is what keeps places like this alive.

Expect a powerful open mic, a living art gallery, and a crowd that understands the weight, beauty, and truth behind every word, every piece, and every performance.

Whether you step to the mic or move through the room, you are part of something that matters.

Event Details
Date: Sat, June 20
Time: 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Saint James Libations

What to Expect

• Open mic performances centering Black artists and voices
• A live community art gallery featuring local creatives
• A high energy atmosphere rooted in culture, presence, and truth
• A space to gather, be seen, and stand together

Open Mic

All are welcome to perform.

Sign up in advance to receive priority: https://forms.gle/GabU2Jjd7mNTw4N19

Admission

RSVP encouraged to secure your spot.

Donations welcomed.

Come ready to support the venue, the artists, and the space.

2 drink/food minimum spend

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Get Involved

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Info: Arrive early and ease into the space before the crowd builds. This is a slower, more intimate window to settle in, meet people naturally, and support Saint James Libations at your own pace.

Info: The room begins to fill. Grab a drink, connect with the energy, and if you plan to perform, make sure to secure your spot. This is where the atmosphere starts to come alive.

Info: The first wave of voices takes the mic. Expect honesty, vulnerability, and powerful storytelling as the room settles into listening and witnessing.

Info: Take time to move, talk, and connect. Support the bar, explore the art, and meet the people around you. This is where strangers start to feel familiar.

Info: The energy deepens. Performances build momentum, and the room becomes more responsive, more connected, and more alive.

Info: The event winds down. Stay a bit, connect, and continue supporting the space as the night transitions out.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher Lailani Gibson