We’re in the middle of a heat wave, but we’ve got just what you need to cool off this week. From The Link + Up to LA Soul Music Fest , Black Book LA has got you covered.
SAVE THE DATE:
Black Book LA Presents The Link + Up
Wed. July 19 | 8PM-10PM | FREE
Comfort LA | 1110 E. 7th St. Los Angeles, CA 90021
It's that time again! Black Book LA is linking up at Comfort LA to vibe with our followers from around the city. We'll have a live DJ on deck, along with games, the best wings in town, and dope conversation. Whether you're coming for the food or the fun, you don't want to miss this! Come meet the founders & find out what Black Book LA is all about.
To RSVP, click here.
SAVE THE DATE:
Four Rings Fest // Jerk X Jollof
Sat. July 22 - 23 | 10AM-10PM | $30-50
Rose Room | 6 Rose Ave. Venice, CA 90291
Celebrate wellness and well-roundedness at the Four Rings Fest - a full weekend of positive vibes, FRF will bring activities ranging from a group beach workout session with Zulu Fitness, to interactive vendor booths, to guest speakers & performances. The weekend will conclude with Jerk & Jollof (JxJ), an African/Caribbean cultural experience you do not want to miss.
For tickets, click here.
Thurs. July 13 | 5:30PM | FREE
WeWork | The Gas Company Tower, 555 W 5th St, LA, CA 90013
Join our friends Here Now Us today at WeWork in DTLA for Let's Talk: Money! They'll have special guest @riquahailes to talk about her journey creating @justextensions. Come and chat about all things money, how to budget, how to find funding and how to grow a million dollar business.
To RSVP, click here.
Afrocentric LA Launch Party
Thursday, July 13 | 10:30PM-2AM | FREE
Bar Lubitsch | 7702 Santa Monica Blvd. West Hollywood, CA 90046
Get down to Afro House and Afro Beats tonight at Bar Lubitsch. Afrocentric is proudly launching their first event in LA. DJ Jeremy Sole (KCRW) will be spinning the 1s & 2s.
For more info, click here.
LA Soul Music Festival
July 14- 16 | Price Varies
Exposition Park
Celebrate all things soul at the LA Soul Music Festival - a coming together of music enthusiasts who simply appreciate live music in its many forms. Come thru for performances by Ro James, Sevyn Streeter, BJ The Chicago Kid, and more!
For tickets, click here.
Silent Trap Party DTLA
Friday, July 14 | 9PM-2AM | $15
Globe Theatre | 740 S. Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90014
Don a pair of Urban Fetes headphones and rock with 3 DJs spinning your fave Hip-Hop, R&B, Reggae & Top 40 Hits. Once the clock strikes midnight, enjoy nothing but trap vibes!
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Paint & Vibe
Sat. July 15 | 2:30PM-6PM | $30
Comfort LA | 1110 E. 7th St. LA, CA
It's time to embrace your inner Basquiat. Lot XI is having another Paint & Vibe this Saturday. Bring your skills & come ready to vibe out at Comfort LA!
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Afromation
Sat. July 15 | 2PM-6PM | FREE w/ RSVP
Century Community Charter | 901 Maple St. Inglewood, CA 90301
Come join in on the celebration to uplift, unify and affirm the exceptional greatness that is being a black girl. Enjoy jewelry making, painting, dancing, fashion, local art and more!
For more info, click here.
Bless Up LA
Sat. July 15 | 9PM-2AM | 21+
UNION | 4067 W. Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90019
Assemble the squad and roll thru to Bless Up LA - a transformative dance party dedicated to connecting those within the African Diaspora through music. This is a place of rejuvenation & healing for those seeking solace!!
To RSVP, click here.
Dear Summer
Sunday, July 16 | 2PM | FREE w/ RSVP b4 4PM | 21+
The Parlor | 7250 Melrose Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90046
End the weekend right with tacos, nachos, funnel cakes, and good drink specials. Tunez by DJ Kenway Live & DJ Love G. Portions of proceeds to be donated to #HashtagLunchbag.
To RSVP, click here.
Paint Night + Spoken Word Fundraiser
Sunday, July 16 | 3PM-6PM | $40
The Promenade Gallery | 185 E. 2nd St. Pomona, CA 91766
Come out to meet new people, relax and de-stress at Paint Night. Enjoy three hours of African art painting fun, with wine & food for purchase. Round out the night with spoken word and open mic performances.
For tickets, click here.
Save the Date: Summer Fridays
July 21 | 11AM-3PM | FREE
Baldwin Hills Plaza Macy's Bridge | 3650 W. Martin Luther King Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90008
Black Book LA is teaming up with Black Girl Beautiful for the 2nd installment of Summer Fridays - a monthly co-working session for Black freelancers & entrepreneurs! Our co-founder, TyreeBP, will be in the building to drop major keys. You don't want to miss this!
For more info, click here.
