Two major art events are being held this week, showcasing the region’s vibrant art scene. The Venice Art Crawl, a Venice Chamber of Commerce-hosted event, […]
Author: Darlene Donloe
Los Angeles Conservancy resumes downtown walking tours showcasing city’s historic architecture
LOS ANGELES — The well-worn adage, “Nobody walks in L.A.,” which speaks to the population’s dependence on cars, isn’t exactly true. It turns out that […]
Jazz trumpeter honors Jackie Robinson with suite at Hammer Museum
LOS ANGELES — Bobby Bradford has spent nearly a century perfecting his craft. A renowned trumpeter, cornetist, bandleader and composer, Bradford continues to inspire and […]
Hollywood hosts annual Little Miss African American scholarship pageant
HOLLYWOOD — The Little Miss African American Scholarship Pageant, a nonprofit organization founded by Lisa Ruffin, will hold its 31st annual event at 4 p.m. […]
Music and mentoring lead underserved L.A. students to college: Making a Difference
LOS ANGELES — In a world where opportunity often seems out of reach, the Harmony Project has been a beacon of hope for nearly 4,000 […]
Ralph Bunche’s restored childhood home stands as rare Black heritage site in South L.A.
SOUTH LOS ANGELES — In the heart of South Los Angeles stands a humble, nondescript Victorian-bungalow style house that once sheltered one of the influential […]
How a Los Angeles nonprofit is helping women escape homelessness and incarceration: The Q&A
LOS ANGELES — Kim Carter-Tillman knows all too well what it’s like to be at the end of your rope. She also is proof that […]
Kids in the Spotlight helps foster youth heal and shine by making their own films: Making a Difference
LOS ANGELES — Tige Charity is a passionate advocate for foster youth. She co-founded the nonprofit Kids in the Spotlight with her husband, actor Antonio […]
Caribbean carnival brings lights, music and culture to Crenshaw Boulevard
CRENSHAW — The annual L.A. Carnival on the Shaw will take place from 4 to 10 p.m. June 29 in the Crenshaw District of South […]
New Autry Museum Black cowboys exhibit reveals 25% of American West trailblazers were African American
LOS ANGELES — An exhibit showcasing the rich history and contributions of Black cowboys in the American West is now on display at the Autry […]