Art has a way of bringing people together and on Saturday, March 29, Black Art Matters: The Pop Up” will host “Pop Out For Dena,” an art and music benefit for victims of the devastating Eaton Fire in Altadena. The event will feature a plethora of performances including a choir and Black community legends, vendors selling food, art, other handmade goods, and more.
1500 Sound Academy hosted their annual “1500 Or Nothin Day” at WePlay studios in Inglewood on Saturday, Jan. 18. Hundreds of attendees gathered for a day of community and music at the production company.
There’s no denying that Kendrick Lamar took over 2024 with his Drake diss track, “Not Like Us.” As if releasing the number one song that took over the radio, clubs, and social media wasn’t enough, the rapper announced his “The Pop Out – Ken & Friends” concert that had fans scurrying to buy tickets. The three-hour event took place on Juneteenth at the Kia Forum and featured performances from up-and-coming and veteran artists. The legendary Dr. Dre, Steve Lacy, Ty Dolla Sign, Dom Kennedy, Tyler The Creator, and Ab-Soul, were just a few of the many performers for the ‘Pop Out.” Tommy The Clown and his dance group, the T-Squad, also made an appearance and showcased the years of work the inventor of “clowning” has put in.
Ghanaian American Media Mogul and founder of Heirs of Afrika Koshie Mills hosted her 7th Annual International Women of Power Awards Gala on Nov. 24.
The community gathered on Oct. 20, in support of nonprofit organization Leaders In Power Inc.’s community giveback day, “Stronger Together.”
Born in Louisville, Kentucky and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Naomi Hutchinson had a vibrant childhood where she was able to be creative and expressive.
“Outside of school, I spent my time dancing, cheerleading and hanging out with friends,” she recalled.
The Drew League Foundation is more than just basketball, and on Saturday, July 29, the 501(C)3 nonprofit organization proved just why they are a staple for the Los Angeles community. The nonprofit hosted a community day filled with games, food, community bonding, special guests, and much more.
According to the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA), Black adults are 20% more likely to experience severe mental health issues. The 2016 National Healthcare Quality and Disparities Report stated, “Those who are from racial and ethnic minority groups are less likely to receive behavioral health services.”
Terence Simpson utilized his experience to create JoinLinks – “an app that helps people find fun things to do each week and meet cool people to do them with.”
It’s Bigger Than Us (IBTU) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is “to build stronger, more vibrant communities through meaningful programs and initiatives” – and has successfully been doing just that.
t may sound cliché, but Zaire Andre literally lives and breathes football. The Inglewood native started his sports journey at the age of five years old. He has played youth sports (football and basketball) in Inglewood and attended multiple grade schools including: Dodson and Carnegie Middle School, which led him to Crenshaw High School and graduating from Inglewood High School with a full ride scholarship to play football at Washington State University. After spending two years in Washington, Andre came back home to Los Angeles and transferred to El Camino Junior College, where he earned his associate’s degree. He continued his football journey in San Antonio, Texas at the University of Incarnate Word and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice in 2019.
If you are a transplant who lives in LA, a current resident, or someone looking to visit, and want a tour of the heart of South LA, Janae Green has something just for you. Green has launched “A Great Day in South LA, which is an immersive three hour Black History tour that explores iconic landmarks such as Crenshaw/Baldwin, Leimert Park, Hyde Park, View Park, West Adams, and Historic Central Avenue.
If you’re a foodie and always on the prowl for delicious eats, Black Owned Food LA Black Owned Food LA is your go-to.
Presented by CBG Arts & White Hall Arts Academy, on Saturday, April 13th, guests filled the Hudson Theatre Coffee Shop in Hollywood to enjoy writer and director Brandon Rainey’s (B Rainey Productions) latest production, Love Game. This urban stage play was written by Rainey, production managed by Howard University Alumni Jonathan Lucas, and featured a very talented cast.
We can’t end Women’s History Month without acknowledging, wife, mother, and community advocate, Stacey Henley, who, alongside her husband, Big U, founded non-profit organization, “Developing Options, Inc.”