Black Professionals in Tustin, CA

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.

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.

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.