We need to love and support each other now more than ever.
As always, we’re giving you all the ways to show up this week in LA.
#TheMarathonContinues
Black Book LA Presents
PANDEMONIUM: The Millennium Tour Pre-Party!
Fri. April 12 | 10:00 P.M. - 2:00 A.M. | $10 +
Civic Center Studios | 207 South Broadway #Suite One, Los Angeles, CA 90012
BLACK BOOK LA and AMPLIFY AFRICA
are joining forces for a party you won’t forget tomorrow night!
Come dressed in your flyest airbrushed tees, air force ones,
and jersey dresses ready to leave it all on the dance floor!
Leave your heels at home (unless you’re rockin’ Jordan heels).
DJ R-Tistic and DJ Printz will be spinnin your favorite jams all night.
Comfort LA will serving up THAT ACTION!
Pro-tip: We're giving away free tix to a lucky few! Hit the link below to enter the raffle!
BlackVerse
Thurs. April 11 | 2:00 PM - 6: 00 PM | Free
The Pack Theater | 6470 Santa Monica Blvd , Los Angeles, CA 90038
The comedy show that is of another universe is back at it again! It's BLACKVERSE! With dope sketches by the BLACKVERSE Crew and amazing stand up from Kyle Smith & Jonathan Tumblin!
Who needs some good laughs?
Black Is Beautiful : Then & Now
Thur. April 11 | 8:00 PM | $15 - $20
Skirball Cultural Center | 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90049
This must-attend panel examines the social impact of Brathwaite’s photography as well as considers contemporary issues of representation and activism through media.
For more info, click here.
The Smoking Circle
Fri. April 12 | 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Free
Dockweiler State Beach | 12001 Vista Del Mar Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles, CA 90293
The celebration of our Neighborhood Nip continues. Take a moment of silence for Nip while simultaneously being around beautiful people and enjoying #zenden vibes. Free donuts from Slauson Donuts on the house! Plus there will be weed + water.
For more info, click here.
Trap Medicine:
Lookin Good, Feelin Better
Sat. April 13 | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Free
3717 S. La Brea Avenue, Suite 101, Los Angeles, CA 90016
This is so necessary guys! Free game on how to have healthy sex & reduce your risks for STIs and HIV.
Health is Wealth!
Just pull up.
Silent Party: 90s vs. Trap
Sat. April 13 | 10:00 PM - 2:00 AM | $0 - $165
The Truth Hollywood (ROOFTOP) | 6099 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90028
The Silent Party Vibe is undeniable when you experience socializing, dancing, and laughing at your friends excitement from hearing their favorite songs.
Don't overthink it!
Grab your good shoes and your best friends and prepare for a night to remember! See ya there!
For more info, click here.
Brunch 2 Bomb : You Got Served Edition
Sun. April 14 | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM | $15+
Free Play | 3939 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90037
Its that time again-- The OFFICIAL "Brunch 2 Bomb" Brunch & Day Party is back with the You Got Served Edition!
Its the day after THE MILLENNIUM TOUR —-what other option did we have?!?! Time to see who wins a spot in Lil’ Kim’s video! Will it be Lil’ Saint and his crew or Wade’s? Who’s getting served and what do we have in store to bring the experience to life? Special performance?? Who knows?? Stay tuned and get your tickets fast!
MUA Brunch LA
Sun. April 14 | 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM | $10 - $50
Cordoba Creatives Loft | 9110 South Western Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90047
Local makeup artists and beauty influencers, this one is for you! Come together for a glamorous brunch to network, talk makeup, & enjoy celebrity guest speakers.
With incentives such as swag bags, catered brunch and mimosas…this event is going to be a hit!
For more info, click here.
RIP Nipsey Hussle: Crenshaw & Slauson The Show
Sun. April. 14 | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Free
THE MARATHON CLOTHING | 3420 West Slauson Avenue #F , Los Angeles, CA 90043
Our community lost its King.
We will never be the same.
This concert will bring us to mourn & celebrate together as we continue Nip's legacy.
For more info, click here.
The Pre-Game
Sun. April. 14 | 2:00 PM - 8:00 P.M| $0 - 10
Pips On Labrea | 1356 South La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90019
Head over to Pips on Labrea for an exclusive HIP Hop & Reggae experience! Come enjoy drink specials , shareable appetizers , mix and mingle in the game lounge, or turn up to music all day long with DA The DJ.
NO VIP, Good Vibes only !
For more info, click here.
Cypher Sundays
Sun. April. 14 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 P.M| $10
My 2 Cents | 5583 Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90019
Pull up and enjoy live performances , Cypher Circle freestyles , creative discussion , food specials and drinks.
Back in action with more amazing talent and even better vibes to offer.
For more info, click here.
The Healing Circle
Sun. April. 14 | 7:00 PM - Midnight| $5
600 Centinela Avenue, Inglewood, CA 90302
The Healing Circle is a co-ed group discussion, a safe space to build towards holistic healing.
For more info, click here.
Coding Workshop
Tues. April. 16 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM| $275
Toolbox LA | 9410 Owensmouth Avenue Los Angeles, CA 91311
Where’s our Afro-Techies? This is for you!
The objective of this 4-week course is to demonstrate the flexibility and ease of coding in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, enabling the user to develop their own desired web application. We will cover topics for people completely new to programming, helping them to understand the differences among various coding languages. Participants will leave the class with an realistic web application that they will develop from scratch.
For more info, click here.
Save the Date: Brunch, Booz, Beats
Sun. April. 28 | 12:00 PM -7:00 PM | Free
District 7 Bar Lounge | 555 West 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90014
We know for sure that today's urban professional loves three things: Brunch, Booze, and Banging Beats! So come out to District 7 Bar in Downtown LA today where they're serving a heaping helping of all three.
For more info, click here.