It's a good week to be Black in LA, and we've got just what you need to get right. From art shows to boozy brunches,
#BlackBookLA has got you covered.
Blackmagik Vol.2 :
Liberation for a People on the Dancefloor
Thurs. Jan. 18 | 9:30PM | $5 after 10PM
The Virgil | 4519 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90029
Come dance the night away and let your spirit run free at
Blackmagik: Liberation for a people on the dancefloor - a monthly party by Alima Lee.
For more info, click here.
Soulful of Noise Venice Beach
Sat. Jan. 20 | 12PM | FREE
Venice Beach Boardwalk | 1425 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291
SoulfulofNoise is a diverse Live Music Experience featuring the best independent artists in Southern California. Guaranteed good vibes & good music. If this is your first SoulfulofNoise event, you won't be disappointed!
For more info, click here.
Sip and Speak LA: Goal-Setting Brunch for 2018
Sat. Jan. 20 | 11AM | $30
Impact Hub LA | 830 Traction Avenue #3A Los Angeles, CA 90013
It's the start of a new year and it's the time for reflection, rejoicing and re-focusing on the vision we have for our lives. It's time to put things into perspective regarding our pursuit of passion and make adjustments where necessary. Creatives, Entrepreneurs, Goal-Getters, Corporate Climbers, this event is for you! Come vibe with other like-minded individuals who are committed to doing better and bringing out the best version of self.
Ticket includes:
• Catered Brunch + Beverages
• Vision/Goal-Setting Activity
• 1 Raffle Ticket
• Attendee Swag Bag
• Networking Mixer
For vendor and sponsorship inquiries please contact: info@critiqueconsulting.com
For more info, click here.
Natural-WE Self-Care Workshop
Sat. Jan. 20 | 5PM | Donation Based
Moya Body-Care | 1001 W Carson St. Torrance, CA 90502
Join us for a self-care workshop hosted by TJ Robinson.
Topics include coping and managing stress, anxiety during the healing process. This event is free (Donations accepted)
For more info, click here.
Opening Reception: Charles Williams - SUN + LIGHT
Sat. Jan. 20 | 6PM | FREE
RESIDENCY | 310 E Queen St. Inglewood, CA 90301
SUN + LIGHT is Williams’ first west coast solo exhibition and will showcase all-new multi-media work from the South Carolina native. The exhibition serves as a juxtaposition between Williams’ own personal encounters, past and present, and with the Civil Rights movement of the 1960’s. Williams attempts to strike a balance between both the peaceful and violent protests of the movement.
For more info, click here.
Dating in LA: Sex, Cheating, & Communication
Sat. Jan. 20 | 7PM | $10
569 W Adams Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90016
Singles & Couples, you definitely don't want to miss this! Dating in LA is an open and honest group discussion social mixer series that addresses being Single and Black in Los Angeles with an open bar, refreshments, and strategic networking.
For more info, click here.
Trap x Art LA
Sun. Jan. 21 | 10PM-2AM | $20
Avalon Hollywood | 1735 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Calling all art junkies! Trap Art is back in LA this Sunday. Trapxart is a brand that fuses art, hip-hop culture
and the spirit of being your own boss through events and official publications.
If you're in the mood for some good vibes, art, vendors, and great music, this is the move.
For $5 OFF, enter promo code: SELINA
For tickets, click here.
Working the Public w/ Theaster Gates
Wed. Jan 24 | 7PM | FREE
CAAM | 600 State Dr. LA, CA
Join us for a dynamic conversation with Theaster Gates, one of the most important public artists of our time. As the founder of the Rebuild Foundation, Gates is redefining the way we think about visual art and its potential to change the world. He will participate in a conversation with Naima J. Keith, deputy director and chief curator at CAAM.
For more info, click here.
DVSN Concert
Thurs. Jan. 25 | 9PM (Doors open at 8PM) | $30+
Novo DTLA | 800 W Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015
Our R&B fave, DVSN, is shutting down The Novo next Thursday!
Come turn up with us and get the weekend started right.
For tickets, click here.
Save the Date: Black Panther Screening & After Party
presented by Black Book LA + Amplify Africa
Black Book LA + Amplify Africa are teaming up for an ultra lit screening of Black Panther!
We sold out of movie tickets in the first 3 hours, but will be releasing more TOMORROW, Jan. 19 at 12PM! In the meantime, cop your tickets to the after party at Afro Hollywood that's guaranteed to go up!
For tickets, click here.
