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UPLIFT San Diego: Soul-Stirring Mother’s Day Brunch at House of Blues

FEED YOUR SOUL. CELEBRATE MOTHER’S. ELEVATE THE MOMENT. This Mother’s Day, give her more than flowers—give her an experience she’ll feel. Join UPLIFT San Diego for a joyful, spirit-filled celebration at the iconic House of Blues Gospel Brunch. From soul-stirring music to indulgent comfort cuisine, every moment is designed to uplift, inspire, and bring people together. […]

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Black Violin’s Wil Baptiste on Blending Genres, Purpose, and Finding Your Voice

Black Violin returns to San Diego to perform at ArtPower UCSD on Friday, April 17 As one half of the genre-defying duo Black Violin, Wil Baptiste has spent more than two decades reshaping expectations of what string music can sound like. Blending classical training with hip-hop influences, the group has built a sound—and a live show—that is as high-energy

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San Diego: Celebration of Legacy, Leadership, and Excellence at the 39th Annual Achievers Program An Affair of Honor

The San Diego (CA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated proudly invites the community to experience an afternoon steeped in legacy, purpose, and promise as we celebrate the 39th Annual Achievers Program—An Affair of Honor. On Sunday, April 19, 2025, at 1:00 PM, the elegant Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter will come alive with the brilliance

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California Association of Black Lawyers: Honors 100 Black Men of Bay Area with Community Service Award

Oakland, CA: [April 13, 2026] – 100 Black Men of the Bay Area, Inc. was honored Saturday evening as the nonprofit recipient of the 2026 David L. Cunningham Community Service Award at the California Association of Black Lawyers’ (CABL) 49th Annual Conference Installation and Awards Gala. Held at the Oakland Marriott City Center and themed “Reclaiming Our Shine,” the gala convened Black legal professionals, community

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San Diego: Pre-screening for MJ The Musical, Releases in Theaters April 24

HIS STORY BEGINS IN THEATERS AND IMAX APRIL 24TH The Chocolate Voice in partnership with Allied Global Marketing on behalf of Lions Gate, will host a complimentary screening! This will be an eventized screening with music, a host, a photo opportunity, and prizes! Guests are encouraged to come in their best 80’s inspired outfits. There may even be an MJ dance off

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From Past to Present: Director Delicia Turner Sonnenberg on the Enduring Power of August Wilson’s FENCES

“Fences has always been my favorite. It’s about a family, and we all have families. That’s why it endures.” – Delicia Turner Sonnenberg In San Diego, director Delicia Turner Sonnenberg has carved out an artistic home grounded in storytelling, community, and legacy. Originally from Atlanta, Sonnenberg’s journey as a director has been deeply intertwined with

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From Tradition to Transformation: Chloe Arnold and Syncopated Ladies Bring Tap to Life at ArtPower UCSD

Chloe Arnold, Emmy-nominated choreographer and co-director of the internationally acclaimed Syncopated Ladies, continues to redefine tap dance for a new generation. A Washington, D.C. native and protégé of Debbie Allen, Arnold blends the rich traditions of tap with contemporary music, creating work that is both rooted and refreshingly modern. Her choreography has reached global audiences

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