Join Black community events in Manhattan Beach, CA celebrating your cultural heritage. Find cultural festivals, professional networking events, religious celebrations, educational workshops, fundraisers, and social gatherings that bring the Black community together. Stay connected with events that honor your traditions and create meaningful connections.
✈️ LA bound! Join us at California State University for a Dear Black Writers screening and networking.
Black Writers Weekend Pop-Up is an intimate creative gathering designed to celebrate and connect Black storytellers across disciplines. This special event features an exclusive screening of Dear Black Writers, a dynamic artist panel with creatives from books, film, and media, and a curated creative mixer for meaningful networking. The pop-up creates space for conversation, collaboration, and community—bringing writers and creatives together to share insights, exchange ideas, and build lasting connections in a supportive, inspiring environment.
Saturday, 09, 09.00 -
Saturday, 09, 15.00
Los Angeles,
CA
_$25
Celebrate excellence as we honor the Black LGBTQ+ community and raise scholarship funds for LGBTQ+ Youth.
The 12th Annual Truth Awards is returning to celebrate Black Queer excellence! Save the date: Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Tell your friends to mark their calendars and stay tuned. You don't want to miss the reveal of our incredible 2026 honorees, hosts, and performers!
For eleven years, this seminal event has brought together over 600 members of the Black LGBTQ+ community and allies from across the nation. Experience an inspiring evening honoring our own, supporting LGBTQ+ youth through scholarships, and recognizing those who champion our cause. Be part of a powerful movement showcasing our community's profound impact on popular culture, politics, and the arts. Get your tickets now!
Through our partnership with Emmy Award-winning actress and star of ABC’s Abbott Elementary, Sheryl Lee Ralph and her DIVA Foundation, we have honored over 50 individuals including Raven-Symone´, Actress, Producer and Advocate; Colman Domingo, Emmy Award Winning Actor; TS Madison, Actress, Advocate, and Influencer; Marsha Warfield, Comedian, Actress; Derrick Rutledge, celebrity Makeup Artist; Anthony Hemingway, Emmy Award-winning Producer, Director, Writer; Rahsaan Patterson, Writer, Singer, Producer; Angelica Ross, Actress, Advocate, Businesswoman; Dr. Shaun Harper, Executive Director USC Race, and Equity Center; Ellene Miles, SVP Sony Pictures Entertainment; and Karamo Brown, Culture Expert, Talk Show Host; for their accomplishments and contributions to the LGBTQ+ community. And the Ally Award has been awarded to Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, actor Rockmond Dunbar, and Emmy Award-winning actresses Loretta Devine and Sheryl Lee Ralph.
Saturday, 21, 17.30 -
Saturday, 21, 23.30
Beverly Hills,
CA
_$25
Join us in person at USC Marshall’s 7th Annual FORWARD Summit to connect, learn, and lead the future!
Get Ready for the USC Marshall School of Business' 7th Annual FORWARD Summit!
The FORWARD Summit is a diversity, equity & inclusion conference highlighting Black and LatinX business leaders who are making waves across industries. The Summit will connect, inspire, and elevate a new generation to chart paths and break barriers through exposure, empowerment, and opportunity.
USC Marshall's Black Graduate Business Leaders and Latino Management & Business Association are committed to providing professional leadership resources that will close the representation gap in business management. By bringing together current and prospective students, alumni, and professionals, the FORWARD Summit will introduce the broad pipeline of diverse talent.
Saturday, 07, 10.00 -
Saturday, 07, 15.30
Los Angeles,
CA
_$25
Mark your calendar for February 21, 2026, for a vibrant, all-day celebration held at the scenic La Brea Tar Pits, right next to the LACMA Museum. From 11 am to 6 pm, the outdoor festival will be buzzing with energy, offering something for everyone: enjoy captivating live music and performing artists, explore the Book Author Showcase, discover unique finds from small business pop-ups, and treat yourself to diverse food vendors. Families will love the dedicated Children's Zone, and the excitement builds for the highly anticipated surprise headliner! Don't miss this landmark event honoring Black History Month in the heart of Los Angeles.
Sponsorships are being accepted at this time and a great way to engage with community of all ages. Brands and Health Partners are also wanted to host activation sites at venue of various products and or health screenings.
Saturday, 21, 11.00 -
Saturday, 21, 18.00
Los Angeles,
CA
_$25
DO MORE THAN ATTEND. BUILD WITH THE PEOPLE’S CHAMBER OF COMMERCE.
Join The People’s Chamber of Commerce for an all day business networking event held in honor of Black History Month. This gathering is designed for members and guests to strengthen relationships, grow their businesses, and participate in meaningful economic collaboration.
This event brings together entrepreneurs, small business owners, creatives, and community leaders in a welcoming and intentional environment. While the event honors Black History Month, it is open to all who value inclusive growth, shared opportunity, and community driven progress.
The People’s Chamber of Commerce places people at the center of progress. Our mission is to support economic stability and long term success through education, connection, and collaboration. This networking event provides space to meet fellow members, introduce your work, exchange ideas, and explore ways to support one another throughout the year.
What to expect
• Relationship focused business networking
• Member collaboration and resource sharing
• Vendor and sponsorship opportunities
• A supportive, community centered atmosphere
Membership in The People’s Chamber of Commerce is free.
Attendance is free.
Free to vend.
Space is limited.
Donations are appreciated and help support free membership and Chamber programs.
Important note
Custom name tags will be created for attendees. Please come prepared with a photo and a short prompt sharing what you would like people to ask you about.
Reserve your spot today and spend the day connecting with purpose.
Together, we build stronger businesses and stronger communities.
Saturday, 21, 10.00 -
Saturday, 21, 22.00
Los Angeles,
CA
_$25
The January Sphero Robotics workshop immerses students in the foundations of command-and-control robotics, where robots are programmed to sense their surroundings, make decisions, and respond intelligently. Using Sphero robots and block-based coding, learners explore how real-world robotic systems operate through the integration of sensors, logic, and data tracking.
Rather than focusing solely on movement, this workshop emphasizes intelligent behavior and autonomy. Students program robots to react to collisions, maintain direction using gyroscopes, track distance and time, and adapt to different environments. Through structured challenges and team-based problem solving, learners gain a practical understanding of how robotics is used in areas such as automation, gaming, fitness technology, logistics, and emergency response.
Materials Required
Each workshop is fully hands-on and requires the following materials to support learning and experimentation:
Sphero robots (Bolt, RVR, or compatible models) for movement, sensing, and interaction
Tablets or laptops with Sphero coding applications installed
Charging cables and power banks to ensure uninterrupted activity
Masking tape or cardboard for building mazes and defining boundaries
Colored markers or floor indicators for sequence-based missions
Lightweight balls (ping-pong or foam) for Sphero Soccer challenges
Open floor space or large tables for safe testing and demonstrations
All activities are designed to be flexible and adaptable to different room sizes and student experience levels.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the workshop, students will demonstrate growth across multiple skill areas:
Robotics & Sensors: Use collision detection, gyroscope, and accelerometer data to guide robot behavior
Coding & Logic: Apply loops, conditionals, sequencing, and event-based logic to solve challenges
Data & Variables: Create and update variables to track scores, laps, time, distance, and performance metrics
Problem-Solving: Test, debug, and iterate on programs to improve accuracy and efficiency
Collaboration & Communication: Work in teams, share roles, and clearly explain how their robot works to others
Students leave the workshop with increased confidence in coding and a clearer understanding of how software controls physical systems.
Workshop Activities & Projects
The workshop combines guided mini-challenges with project-based learning to reinforce concepts:
Maze Navigator: Program robots to avoid obstacles and reach a goal autonomously using sensor feedback
Color-Coded Missions: Navigate through stations in a defined sequence, triggering actions with LEDs and logic
Sphero Soccer: Design game mechanics using collision detection, scoring variables, and rule constraints
Sphero Fitness Tracker: Track laps, distance, time, and milestones using variables and feedback patterns
Real-World Simulations: Model delivery routes and search-and-rescue missions using structured planning and loops
These activities encourage creativity, strategic thinking, and teamwork while helping students connect robotics concepts to real-world applications.
Saturday, 31, 10.00 -
Saturday, 31, 14.00
Los Angeles,
CA
_$25
Each show features a recurring segment that tackles topics in the Black community—from colorism and conspiracy theories to whether Black history is American history, and even “what happened to Kanye West.” The show opens with stand-up, then blends sketch comedy, improv, more stand-up, and character bits throughout, all building toward a concluding comedy segment that ties everything together.
Saturday, 31, 23.00 -
Sunday, 01, 00.00
Los Angeles,
CA
_$25
