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DATE:  Wednesday, February 4, 2026  

TIME:   9:00 AM-2:00 PM

• Part 1:    9:00 AM – Bridge Art Exhibition
• Part 2:  10:00 AM – City Council Program
• Part 3:  12:00 PM – Community Reception & Celebration 

LOCATION:   

Los Angeles City Hall
200 North Spring Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

(Varied sites: The Bridge, City Hall Council Chambers, City Hall West Forecourt)

COST: Free

Presented by Our Authors Study Club, Inc. in partnership with Karen Bass

“A Stand for Healing: Citywide Black History Month Prayer Service”

DATE: Thursday, February 5, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

LOCATION: Location TBA

COST: Free 

Honoring Charles Burnett

DATE: Thursday, February 19, 2026
TIME:
• Reception: 6:00 PM
• Program: 7:00 PM

LOCATION:
El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument
125 Paseo de la Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90012

COST: Free, RSVP required
INFO: oascla.org | elpueblo.lacity.org

Theme: A Century of Black History Commemorations

DATE: Date TBA
TIME:

• Student Poster Reception: 4:00 PM
• Roundtable Discussion: 6:00 PM

LOCATION:
Afro City Marketplace
3650 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(Crenshaw Mall, First Floor)

FORMAT: In-person and streaming @OurAuthorsStudyClub
COST: Free

Institutional Partner: Mervyn M. Dymally African American Political & Economic Institute (MDAAPEI)

DATE: Saturday, February 21, 2026
TIME:
• Reception: 5:00 PM
• Discussion: 6:00 PM
• Book Signing: 7:30 PM

LOCATION:
Highways Performance Space
1651 18th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90404

FORMAT: In-person and streaming @OurAuthorsStudyClub
COST: Free

In partnership with the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA)

DATE: Saturday, February 28, 2026
TIME: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

DEPARTURE LOCATION:
Consolidated Board of Realtists
3875 Don Felipe Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90008

COST:Free, RSVP required in advance 

INFO LINE:   213.770.0399

DATE: Saturday, March 7, 2026

TIME: 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon

LOCATION: Location TBA

COST: Free

DATE: TBA
TIME: 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon

LOCATION: Location TBA

COST: Free

Excitement is in the air!  Join us for an inspiring celebration of academic achievement and community impact.

Escape the summer heat and connect with purpose at our intimate annual scholarship brunch. This relaxed gathering offers a unique opportunity to meet the bright minds we're supporting; witness firsthand the incredible progress of our graduating and continuing scholars and meet the new students just beginning thier journey in higher education.

What to Expect:

• Meet Our Scholars - Connect directly with scholarship recipients and hear their inspiring stories of aspirations, growth and achievement
• Casual Networking - Build meaningful relationships in a warm, laid-back outdoor atmosphere that encourages genuine conversation
• Delicious Refreshments - Enjoy a thoughtfully prepared light lunch paired with an array of cool, refreshing beverages perfect for the season
• Inspiring Updates - Discover the real impact of your support through personal stories and progress updates

Attire: Casual chic - think effortless elegance that's comfortable for a relaxed summer gathering.

This isn't just another networking event - it's a chance to see your investment in education come to life through the achievements of remarkable young people. Come ready to be inspired, refreshed, and reminded of the powerful difference we're making together in our community.

Reserve your spot today for this exclusive opportunity to celebrate our scholars' success in an intimate, welcoming setting.