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Art exhibit. The creative world of Synthia Saint James views through April 30 at the Museum of African American Art, 4005 Crenshaw Blvd., Macy’s third floor. (323) 294-7071. Hours: Thursday-Sunday, noon-5pm. Free admission and parking.
February 25
Exhibit. Renowned artist/graphic designer Art Sims has created a museum exhibition that features never-before-seen artwork from his early years, coupled with his most famous movie posters for Spike Lee. “Movie and Messages: The Movie Posters and Early Works of Art Sims,” will premier during a free one-day exhibition at 7pm at the Mayme A. Clayton Museum, 4130 Overland Ave., Culver City. The exhibit includes some of Sims’ most notable creations, including: “Do The Right Thing,” “Jungle Fever,” “Malcolm X,” “Mo Better Blues,” “Bamboozled,” and more. For information, call (310) 902-0808.
Lecture. What is hip hop? A free lecture and discussion exploring the subject takes place from 1:30- 3:30pm in the Extended Ed Building, EE-1206, at Cal State Dominguez Hills, 1000 E. Victoria St., Carson.
February 27
Exhibit. Community activists, poets and artists will read and comment on selections of Malcolm X’s work during the presentation, “The Living Ideas of Malcolm X: Prophet of Revolution,” from 3-5pm at Solidarity Hall, 2122 W. Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles. Participants will participate in an open-mic discussion on such topics as: police brutality, Black violence, youth activism, and more. Free to the public. (Donations encouraged). For information, call (323) 732-6416.
Play. “George Washington’s Boy” a play created by Ted Lange appears on stage at 3:30 and 7:30pm at George Nakano Theatre at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Dr., Torrance. Tickets: $20. For information, call (424) 262-9722.
Screening. The Mayme A. Clayton Library and Museum will host a screening of the 1959 groundbreaking film “Come Back Africa” at 4pm, 4130 Overland Ave., Culver City. Directed by Lionel Rogosin, the film tells the story and struggle of its characters as they deal with famine, a poor job market, crime and repression. Free. For information, call 310-2020-1647.
February 28
Black History. The California African American Museum will present its “Carter G. Woodson African American History Series: Four Black Governors” from 2-4pm, 600 State Drive (Exposition Park), Los Angeles. This presentation offers a closer look into the lives, gubernatorial campaigns, and service of the four Black men who were elected or served as governors during the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. RSVP preferred at (213) 744-2024.
February 27-28
Festival. Aquarium of the Pacific presents its 14th annual African American Festival, celebrating the rich diversity of African American and African cultures. The weekend event will feature live entertainment, arts and crafts, and ethnic food. Festival performers include Mardi Gras second line dancers, hip hop and break dancers, tap dancers, jazz musicians, interactive drum circles, West African dancers, and storytellers. The hours are Saturday and Sunday 9am-5pm. (562) 590-3100, ext. 0. Admission: $29.95/adults; $17.95/children; and $26.95/seniors. Located at 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach.
February 29
Author’s Talk. Clemson lecturer Mary Barr will discuss her new book “Friends Disappear from 3-4pm in UCLA’s Haines Hall 135. Parking is available in lots 2, 3, or 4. Barr’s book focuses on how segregation created educational inequities, in the neighborhood where she grew up.American Art, 4005 Crenshaw Blvd., Macy’s third floor. (323) 294-7071. Hours: Thursday-Sunday, noon-5pm. Free admission and parking.
February 25
Exhibit. Renowned artist/graphic designer Art Sims has created a museum exhibition that features never-before-seen artwork from his early years, coupled with his most famous movie posters for Spike Lee. “Movie and Messages: The Movie Posters and Early Works of Art Sims,” will premier during a free one-day exhibition at 7pm at the Mayme A. Clayton Museum, 4130 Overland Ave., Culver City. The exhibit includes some of Sims’ most notable creations, including: “Do The Right Thing,” “Jungle Fever,” “Malcolm X,” “Mo Better Blues,” “Bamboozled,” and more. For information, call (310) 902-0808.
Lecture. What is hip hop? A free lecture and discussion exploring the subject takes place from 1:30- 3:30pm in the Extended Ed Building, EE-1206, at Cal State Dominguez Hills, 1000 E. Victoria St., Carson.
February 27
Exhibit. Community activists, poets and artists will read and comment on selections of Malcolm X’s work during the presentation, “The Living Ideas of Malcolm X: Prophet of Revolution,” from 3-5pm at Solidarity Hall, 2122 W. Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles. Participants will participate in an open-mic discussion on such topics as: police brutality, Black violence, youth activism, and more. Free to the public. (Donations encouraged). For information, call (323) 732-6416.
Play. “George Washington’s Boy” a play created by Ted Lange appears on stage at 3:30 and 7:30pm at George Nakano Theatre at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Dr., Torrance. Tickets: $20. For information, call (424) 262-9722.
Screening. The Mayme A. Clayton Library and Museum will host a screening of the 1959 groundbreaking film “Come Back Africa” at 4pm, 4130 Overland Ave., Culver City. Directed by Lionel Rogosin, the film tells the story and struggle of its characters as they deal with famine, a poor job market, crime and repression. Free. For information, call 310-2020-1647.
February 28
Black History. The California African American Museum will present its “Carter G. Woodson African American History Series: Four Black Governors” from 2-4pm, 600 State Drive (Exposition Park), Los Angeles. This presentation offers a closer look into the lives, gubernatorial campaigns, and service of the four Black men who were elected or served as governors during the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. RSVP preferred at (213) 744-2024.
February 27-28
Festival. Aquarium of the Pacific presents its 14th annual African American Festival, celebrating the rich diversity of African American and African cultures. The weekend event will feature live entertainment, arts and crafts, and ethnic food. Festival performers include Mardi Gras second line dancers, hip hop and break dancers, tap dancers, jazz musicians, interactive drum circles, West African dancers, and storytellers. The hours are Saturday and Sunday 9am-5pm. (562) 590-3100, ext. 0. Admission: $29.95/adults; $17.95/children; and $26.95/seniors. Located at 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach.
February 29
Author’s Talk. Clemson lecturer Mary Barr will discuss her new book “Friends Disappear from 3-4pm in UCLA’s Haines Hall 135. Parking is available in lots 2, 3, or 4. Barr’s book focuses on how segregation created educational inequities, in the neighborhood where she grew up.