October is here & we've got just what you need to set the month off right.
From Lauryn Hill & Jazmine Sullivan to Turn Up Brunch LA,
#BlackBookLA has got you covered.
Lauryn Hill + Nas
Thurs. Oct. 5 | 6PM | $37+
Hollywood Bowl | 2301 Highland Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90068
Two legends - Lauryn Hill + Nas - are shutting down the Hollywood Bowl tonight.
If you're in the mood for some classic Blackness, you're in for a treat.
For tickets, click here.
DeVon Franklin: Hollywood Commandments Book Signing
Thurs. Oct. 5 | 7PM | FREE | Wristband required
Barnes & Noble @ The Grove
Looking to make your big break & keep your sanity in the process?
DeVon Franklin is hosting an event in support of his new book: The Hollywood Commandments at The Grove Barnes & Noble.
For more info, click here.
T-Pain: Acoustic Tour w/ Felly
Thurs. Oct. 5 | 8PM | $35+
The Roxy Theatre | 9009 W Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, CA 90069
Ever wondered what T-Pain sounds like without all the auto-tune?
Today's the day to find out. Teddy Pendergrass is serving us acoustic goodness at The Roxy Theater.
For more info, click here.
Maxwell w/ Raphael Saadiq + Jazmine Sullivan
Friday, Oct. 6 | 7PM | $72+
Hollywood Bowl | 2301 Highland Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90068
Our R&B faves Maxwell, Raphael Saadiq and Jazmine Sullivan are giving us all the feels this Friday at the Hollywood Bowl.
Bring a loved one & come ready to sing your heart out.
For more info, click here.
R&B Only
Friday, Oct. 6 | 8:30PM | $26
The Hollywood Palladium | 6215 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028
Colors is back with R&B Only tomorrow at the Hollywood Palladium featuring a very special surprise performance.
You'll have to be there to see who!
For tickets, click here.
Silent Party LA
Sat. Oct. 7 | 9PM-2AM | $17
The Parlor | 7250 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Come get your life in complete silence this Saturday.
If you're new to silent discos, you're in for a pleasant surprise. You don't want to miss this.
For tickets, click here.
Turn Up Brunch LA
Sun. Oct. 8 | 12PM | $40
The Los Angeles Beirgarten | 750 S. Broadway LA, CA 90014
Come Hang with The Social Collective for an all inclusive day party + brunch.
Get your grub on whilst turning up with your favorite LA crew.
For tickets, click here.
Mackin N Hangin Day Party
Sun. Oct. 8 | 3PM-9PM | FREE
5754 Adams Blvd.
Mack and Hang this Sunday for a day of dope DJ sets, live art, and food truck lovin' vibes.
Assemble the squad and get a taste of the LA experience.
To RSVP, click here.
Human Stages // No)one. Art House + Amie Cota & Anna B. Scott
Sun. Oct. 8 | 7PM | $20
Bootleg Theater | 2220 Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90057
Any Place But Here: A brand new collaboration between Amie Cota and No)one. Art House, this piece explores the themes of home and identity as reflected through the Great Migration, a 60-year span during which nearly 6 million African-Americans moved from the South to cities in the North and West.
For tickets, click here.
Reclaiming My Mind: An Open Mic on
Black Mental Health & Peace of Mind
Tues. Oct. 10 | 7PM | FREE
Comfort LA | 1110 E 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90021
In search of inner peace? Yabis Night is creating a space to talk about the different aspects of our mental health, and how we can support each other as a community during this hostile social and political climate. On World Mental Health Day, you're invited to share, learn, grow, and find peace of mind together!
For more info, click here.
Originals Dialogue
Wed. Oct. 11 | 7PM-9PM | FREE
Ace Hotel | 929 S. Broadway LA, CA 90015
Calling all woke folks! The Originals Dialogue monthly series will build on ways to score ' 3 Point Plays' that improve the our culture's economic condition. Come discuss freedom & economic power with fellow kinfolk.
RSVP here.