Get ready for Miss Juneteenth Arizona 2026—a fun, inspiring in-person pageant celebrating culture and talent!
Friday, 12, 18.00 - Friday, 12, 21.00 Chandler, AZ _$25
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The Future of Black Public Servants
Join us in person for an event all about the future of Black public servants. Technology and shifting trust in institutions are changing public service. For African American public servants, these changes bring unique challenges and opportunities for meaningful dialogue and collective solutions. Join us for an open conversation centered on lived experiences, present challenges, and the future of African Americans in public service. Students, professionals, and community members are all welcome. Food and refreshments will be provided.
Tuesday, 24, 17.00 - Tuesday, 24, 19.00 Phoenix, AZ _$25
The Future of Black Public Servants
Join us in person for an event all about the future of Black public servants. Technology and shifting trust in institutions are changing public service. For African American public servants, these changes bring unique challenges and opportunities for meaningful dialogue and collective solutions. Join us for an open conversation centered on lived experiences, present challenges, and the future of African Americans in public service. Students, professionals, and community members are all welcome. Food and refreshments will be provided.
Tuesday, 24, 17.00 - Tuesday, 24, 19.00 Phoenix, AZ _$25
TYP Connects | ignite520 Kickoff Party + Blk House Mrkt Popup Market
TYP Connects are our monthly socials designed to gather, explore, connect, and enjoy our TYP community.
Our February TYP Connects also serves as the Friday Night Community Mixer and official kickoff to ignite520. Start the weekend with an evening focused on connection and creativity, hosted in partnership with Blk House Market, and sponsored by Community Investment Corporation.
As we kick off a weekend centered on leadership and resilience, this partnership reflects ignite520’s commitment to elevating diverse voices and community-driven creativity. Taking place during Black History Month, the collaboration with Blk House Mrkt aligns with a shared focus on building connection, commerce, and community — intentionally centering Black creatives and entrepreneurs who contribute to Tucson’s cultural and economic resilience.
Enjoy a pop-up market featuring local Black creatives, live music, and live art by local artist Tae, all within a curated space to connect with fellow ignite520 attendees and TYP members ahead of Saturday’s full leadership experience. The evening will also include a raffle benefiting Ubuntu Academies, blending creativity, connection, and community impact to spark relationships and inspiration before a full day of learning and growth.
Continue the weekend at ignite520 on Saturday — learn more and purchase tickets here!
Registration:
FREE for ignite520 ticket holders (check your confirmation email for the ticket code)
$10 for TYP Members
$20 for Community Members
Please register in advance to secure your spot, as space is limited.
This is an outdoor event — please plan accordingly.
What is TYP?
Tucson Young Professionals is a group of young business and community leaders focused on creating an innovative, prosperous and inclusive Greater Tucson for young professionals. Together we create a voice to help impact the development and growth of Tucson. Welcoming ages 21-45.
Friday, 20, 16.00 - Friday, 20, 19.00 Tucson, AZ _$25
Black History Month Kids Activity Day
Join the African American Advisory Committee of Tempe History Museum for a fun, interactive kids' day to celebrate Black History Month! There will be hands-on activities, games, a book vendor, story time and more. This fun, free event is for the whole family.
Saturday, 14, 13.00 - Saturday, 14, 15.30 Tempe, AZ _$25
BMF Dinner Table
This event is open to all families, not just those of our microschool students, so please feel free to extend the invitation to anyone who may be interested. We believe that parental involvement is key to deepening our community connections and creating a supportive learning environment. The Dinner Table is a wonderful opportunity for us to come together, share insights, and strengthen our microschool family and community.
Saturday, 07, 10.00 - Saturday, 07, 12.00 Phoenix, AZ _$25
The Color of Art
Explore the dynamic intersection of art, hip-hop, sports and philanthropy in this compelling panel. “The Color of Art” delves into how influential figures—like hip-hop icons Jay-Z and Swizz Beatz, as well as athletes—are reshaping the art world. Discover the ways they champion diverse voices, build powerful collections and use their influence to drive cultural and philanthropic impact. This event promises to be an insightful conversation on the modern art collector’s role in a changing world, where passion for art meets purpose and community impact.
Thursday, 05, 18.00 - Thursday, 05, 20.30 Phoenix, AZ _$25
The Blackout: A Black Tie Affair
Get ready for The Blackout: A Black Tie Affair, where elegance meets the walls for a night to remember.
Wear ALL black business casual attire, there is a dress code!
Tickets will include:
-Complimentary drink: wine, mocktail, or other drink options will be available
-raffle ticket entry for a piece from the collection (announced at event) additional tickets available for $10/each
Food available for purchase from The Flava Traphouse
Sunday, 01, 18.00 - Sunday, 01, 21.00 Phoenix, AZ _$25
The Blackout: A Black Tie Affair
Get ready for The Blackout: A Black Tie Affair, where elegance meets the walls for a night to remember.
Wear ALL black business casual attire, there is a dress code!
Tickets will include:
-Complimentary drink: wine, mocktail, or other drink options will be available
-raffle ticket entry for a piece from the collection (announced at event) additional tickets available for $10/each
Food available for purchase from The Flava Traphouse
Sunday, 01, 18.00 - Sunday, 01, 21.00 Phoenix, AZ _$25
Gospel Legends Celebration: Black History Mural Project
Welcome to the Gospel Legends Celebration: Black History Project! Join us at The Grove Church, 2777 Gilbert Rd on February 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM (Mountain Standard Time) for an unforgettable experience. Let's celebrate the rich history of gospel music together. Get ready to be inspired by legendary performances and stories that have shaped the genre. Don't miss out on this incredible event!
What to Expect:
Inspiring Tributes: Guest speakers will share the lives, struggles, and monumental contributions of each gospel legend.
Live Musical Attributes: A live band, soloist and choir will perform.
Multimedia Journey: A curated presentation of photos, biographies, and video interviews.
Community & Culture: Connect with fellow music lovers, history enthusiasts, and art supporters. Discover how these legends' stories have shaped and inspired Gospel as we know it.
Sunday, 01, 14.00 - Sunday, 01, 16.00 Chandler, AZ _$25
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Mr. Lichwala gained diverse legal experience working on numerous legal issues in various areas of law, such as business law, contracts, criminal law, cross-border litigation, immigration law and torts.
Matthew Lara
Matthew Lara was born in Chandler, Arizona and raised all over the state of Arizona. In 2002-2004, Matthew volunteered two years of his life to provide service for a non-profit in Romania. In that time, Matthew learned the Romanian language and culture and indulged in the wonderful Romanian food.
After returning from his service in Romania, Matthew attended and graduated from the distinguished WP Carey School of Business at Arizona State University, earning his bachelor's in Business Finance.
Matthew then pursued his dream of becoming an attorney by attending and graduating from the University of Arizona College of Law. His studies there were focused on international business law and tax. While attending law school, Matthew had the opportunity to return to Romania and intern for one of the most distinguished international law firms in the entire world, McGuire Woods. There, Matthew was exposed to international law and learned the legal aspects of doing business in Romania.
More recently Matthew Lara started The Lara Law Group, PLC in Arizona and hopes to focus his practice in international law and tax.
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