It's a good week to be Black in the city.
From 4/20 kickbacks to dope music and art shows,
Black Book LA is the plug!
MOCA Music: Berhana, Rayana Jay, Linafornia, Funk Fest DJs
Thurs. Apr. 19 | 6:30PM | FREE
The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA | 152 N Central Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90012
MOCA Music is an ongoing music series in collaboration with Spaceland Presents that features new and emerging music at The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA in Little Tokyo. Tonight, Berhana, Rayana Jay, Linafornia, and Funk Fest DJs will be in full effect!
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Stay Gold Sesh Presents: Private Stock
Fri. Apr. 20 | 8PM | $40
314 W. 58th St. LA, CA
Join Stay Gold for a 4/20 tasting and listening party for Vibe Music Collective member Cavalier's new album, 'Private Stock'. Performances by Cavalier, Iman Omari + Special Guests will be ultra live and complimentary cannabis will be provided.
Pro-tip: Attendees are encouraged to bring their own buds/vapes.
For more info, click here.
Sola/Hack Design Hackathon
Sat. Apr. 21 | 9:30AM | $15
General Assembly | 360 E. 2nd St. 4th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90012
It's takeover time! In this one-day design hackathon, participants will use design thinking in an entrepreneurial spirit to address social, economic, and environmental challenges specific to the South L.A. community.
For more info, click here.
Jazz Appreciation Month Celebration:
Kenneth Whalum & Nia Andrews
Sat. Apr. 21 | 3PM | FREE
Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Mall | 3650 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. LA, CA 90008
Calling all music lovers! Come out for a free show in honor of Jazz Appreciation Month. There will be live performances from talented jazz artists, Kenneth Whalum and Nia Andrews!
For more info, click here.
CHILL’LA
Sun. Apr. 22 | 3:30PM-6:30PM | $7
Pamplona 89 | 229 West 31st St. 2nd Floor Los Angeles, CA
Vegan Nation! Two Girls & a Drink along with Ladies who Hustle are presenting an Organic Drink tasting & Pop Up Shop experience. There will also be a vegan food vendor along with other local LA vendors with vegan-friendly, healthy, natural, organic products.
For more info, click here.
Sangria Sundays presents DSCVR LA
Sunday, Apr. 22 | 4PM | FREE
VIVA HOLLYWOOD | 6350 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028
Come thru for a day of live music, relaxation and social conversation with dope folks on a Sunday afternoon. Enjoy subtle vibes, live music, DJ, light cocktails, and tasty appetizers with enough time to get home and recharge for the week.
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A Night w/ Patrisse Khan-Cullors
Tues. Apr. 24 | 7:30PM | FREE
USC Bovard Auditorium | 3551 Trousdale Pkwy, Los Angeles, CA 90089
Join our activist fave Patrisse Khan-Cullors, artist, freedom fighter, and co-founder of Black Lives Matter for a conversation about the deep roots of systemic racism, survival, strength, and the role we as a society can take as agents for social change.
For more info, click here.
Urban Expert Networking Mixer
Tues. Apr. 24 | 7PM | $5
3256 Cahuenga Blvd.. Los Angeles, CA 90068
Come out for an incredible evening of networking and mingling with other outstanding young professionals of color. The night will kick off with business networking and then it's time for music, dancing and drink specials. Come prepared to get your hustle on!
For more info, click here.
Because of the Internet: Private Film Screening
Sat. Apr. 28 | 1:30PM | $7
251 South Main St. Los Angeles, CA 90012
Rose Productions presents 'Because of the Internet', a short film that explores the complexities of social media and online validation. The film will be followed by a Q&A/discussion with the actors and filmmaker.
For more info, click here.
Save the Date: Winter Escape Trip
Nov. 28 - Dec. 3 | 12PM | $160
Temptation Resorts Cancun | Cancun, Mexico 77500
Wanna get away? Pack your bags, and join The Alumni Group for their Winter Escape Trip (W.E.T.) at Temptation Cancun Resort from November 28-December 3. We’re turning up at an adults-only, all-inclusive resort with themed parties every night. This is a top-quality trip with a price-point to fit everyone’s budget, starting as low as $164/night. Come get W.E.T. with the crew.
It's never too early to start planning!
For more info, click here.
