Cream and gold dress attire is suggested, but not required at the service, his granddaughter, Latoya Jones, said.

Jones died June 25 after a long illness. He was 83.

Black business leaders

plan Hall of Fame

LOS ANGELES — The inaugural Los Angeles Black Business Leaders Hall of Fame will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 21 at the Huntington Library, 1150 Oxford Road, San Marino.

Hosted by the Hart Leadership Center and presented by City National Bank, the event will honor the achievements of men and women in the black business community of Los Angeles who have dedicated their lives to the advancement and realization of equality in all industries.

Mellody Hobson, the president of Ariel Industries, the largest black-owned financial management organization in the country, will be the featured speaker.

Information: (714) 458-3064.

Seminar focuses

on business financing

WATTS — Wattstar’s Entrepreneur Collaborative is holding a free seminar: “Dollars & Sense: Business Financing Forum” from 2 to 4 p.m. July 9 at Ted Watkins Memorial Park Auditorium, 1335 E. 103rd St.

The forum will focus on alternative funding resources for those who have been turned down.

Register at www.wattstar.org.

Airport to hold

contracting forum

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles World Airports Landslide Modernization Program (LAMP) is hosting a small business forum from noon to 4:30 p.m. July 12 at the Concourse LAX Hotel, 6225 W. Century Blvd.

The event is tailored to the local contracting community and will provide information on how businesses can become part of the LAMP program.

Register at LAWASmallBusinessForum.eventbrite.com.

Nonprofit hosts

technology sessions

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The Vermont-Slauson Economic Development Corporation is presenting a series on technology and social media, in partnership with the Black Business Association, at the Business Enterprise Center, 6109 Western Ave.

“Intro to Computer/Internet Fundamentals will take place from 11:40 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 9, and the workshop “Web Site Design” will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. July 12. “Managing Customer Relationships-Mail Chimp, Constant Contact” is from 7:45 to 9:30 p.m. July 12.

RSVP at lelliott@vsedc.org or call (323) 789-4515. Seating is limited.

Victims’ support

group to meet

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Community organizations are hosting a support group for families of murder victims from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 11, at the Los Angeles Police Department’s 77th Street Division, 7600 S. Broadway, in the Community Room.

The hosts are Justice for Murdered Children, Project Cry No More, Justice for Homicide Victims and LAURA.

Information: jfmc1995@yahoo.com.

Repairs planned

for Crenshaw Blvd.

CRENSHAW — As part of the Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority will be rebuilding the curbs, gutters and sidewalks on Crenshaw Boulevard between 52nd and 54th streets through July 18. Work will take place between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The southbound frontage road will be closed to allow for removal and replacements of the curb and gutter. During this segment, the sidewalk will be closed except for a five-foot section that will remain in place for pedestrian access. Driveway access and access for emergency responders will also be maintained. Parking restrictions will be implemented.

Once complete, the streetscape will include new median landscaping, trees, streetlights, traffic signals and a repaved roadway.

Free meals provided

for local children

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The FNCF Community Development Corporation is providing free meals for children ages 18 and younger on weekdays from 7 to 8 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at First New Christian Fellowship Baptist Church, 1555 W. 108^th St.

The meals are a component of the Summer Food Service Program, sponsored by the California Department of Education’s Nutrition Services Division.

Information: (323) 756-2541.

Family health

fair planned

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — South L.A. Projects/WIC invites the public to the remodeled Florence WIC Center, 501 E. Florence Ave., for a family health and resource fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 14.

Those attending can take a tour of the center. Children can receive free child health screenings. Adults can enroll themselves or their children in WIC, CalFresh and Medi-Cal if they are eligible. Parents can request a referral to Head Start or childcare. Information about free services in L.A. County will be available.

Information: (310) 661-3080.

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The festival includes weekend carnival rides, live music, food, games and activities for all ages. The fireworks show will begin at dusk, approximately 9 p.m.

Jazz artists

present concert

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Jazz artists Barbara Morrison, Dee Dee McNeil and Melena will perform at a jazz concert from noon to 5 p.m. July 3 at St. Andrew’s Recreation Center, 8701 S. St. Andrew’s Place.

The event, which also features a kids’ zone, an auto show and food trucks, is being sponsored by City Councilman Marqueece Harris-Dawson and the Southwest Neighborhood Council.

Information: (213) 485-7616.

Repairs planned

for Crenshaw Blvd.

CRENSHAW — As part of the Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority will be rebuilding the curbs, gutters and sidewalks on Crenshaw Boulevard between 52nd and 54th streets through July 18. Work will take place between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The southbound frontage road will be closed to allow for removal and replacement of the curb and gutter. During this segment, the sidewalk will be closed except for a five-foot section that will remain in place for pedestrian access. Driveway access and access for emergency responders will also be maintained. Parking restrictions will be implemented.

Once complete, the streetscape will include new median landscaping, trees, streetlights, traffic signals and a repaved roadway.

Town hall planned

on substance abuse

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — A group of South Los Angeles community organizations is holding a town hall on substance abuse at 6 p.m. June 30, at the Community Coalition, 8101 S. Vermont Ave.

The discussion will touch on the roles of the community in helping someone build their personal resilience against alcohol, drugs and other negative factors, as well as the conditions that affect young people and recommendations the community would like to see.

RSVP: (323) 750-9087.

Author holds

book launch

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Author Deborah Smith Pengues is holding a free community event, “Winning Strategies for the Next Level” and book launch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 2, at the West Angeles Church, 3045 Crenshaw Blvd.

Pengues’ 16th book, “Socially Confident in 60 Seconds,” highlights how to network, make small talk and introductions, develop a winning personality, dine with confidence and navigate cross-cultural etiquette.

Seating is limited and registration is required. Information: (323) 733-8300, ext. 2235 or 2330.

Meals provided

or kids for free

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The FNCF Community Development Corporation will provide free meals for children ages 18 and younger on weekdays from 7 to 8 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., at First New Christian Fellowship Baptist Church, 1555 W. 108th St.

The meals are a component of the Summer Food Service Program, sponsored by the California Department of Education’s Nutrition Services Division.

Information: (323) 756-2541.

Nonprofit hosts

accounting class

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The Vermont-Slauson Economic Development Corporation is holding a class on Computerized Accounting QuickBooks from 6 to 8 p.m. June 30, at the Business Enterprise Center, 6109 S. Western Ave.

The class is part of a series on technology and social media. To qualify for attendance, participants must own or operate a business in the city of Los Angeles and have a business license.

RSVP at lelliott@vsedc.org or call (323) 789-4515. Seating is limited.

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Seating is limited and registration is required.

Visit http://evite.me/vmqqQamnNq or call (323) 733-8300, ext. 2355, to reserve your seat.

Latina business

leaders recognized

LOS ANGELES — The National Latina Business Women Association of Los Angeles is presenting its “Latinas in Business Awards” from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. June 23 at the Majestic Downtown, 650 S. Spring St.

The event pays tribute to Latina entrepreneurs and corporate professionals for demonstrating leadership and making a positive contribution to their community.

The mistress of ceremonies, Josefa Salinas, has been an on-air personality for 30 years, including 14 on Hot 92.3 FM “The Beat” and five on POWER 106 FM, where she was known as the “Angelita de la Noche (Angel of the Night).

Tickets: www.nlbwa-la.org.

Alumni beach

party planned

PLAYA DEL REY — The ninth annual Fremont High School alumni beach party held in memory of DJ Fast Fred McZeal will take place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 25 at Dockweiler State Beach, 12501 Vista Del Mar.

The gathering will meet behind the skate rental building, by the bathrooms. Bring your food and beach chairs.

Information: Althea Renea McZeal: (323) 582-3216.

Meals provided

for kids for free

SOUTH LOS ANGELES-The FNCF Community Development Corporation will provide free meals for children ages 18 and younger on weekdays from 7 to 8 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., at First New Christian Fellowship Baptist Church, 1555 W. 108th St.

The meals are a component of the Summer Food Service Program, sponsored by the California Department of Education’s Nutrition Services Division.

Information: (323) 756-2541.

Nonprofit hosts

technology sessions

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The Vermont-Slauson Economic Development Corporation is presenting a series on technology and social media, in partnership with the Black Business Association, at the Business Enterprise Center, 6109 S. Western Ave.

“Computerized Accounting-Quickbooks” will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. June 23. “Intro to Computer/Internet Fundamentals will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 24. “New Ways to Get Paid” is from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. June 25 and “Tax Filings Turbo Tax is from 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. June 25. “Blogging for Business Growth” will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. June 27.

To qualify for attendance, participants must own or operate a business in the city of Los Angeles and have a business license.

RSVP at lelliott@vsedc.org or call (323) 789-4515. Seating is limited.

Construction company

holds free seminar

LOS ANGELES — Kevin Ramsey, the president of Alameda Construction, is leading a free training on bidding and estimating from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. June 28 at Merriwether & Williams Insurance Services, 550 S. Hope St., Suite 1835.

The seminar will cover the importance of selecting the right profit for your business, why understanding general conditions are critical to business profit and success and best practices directly from a small business.

Registration: (213) 258-3000 or email: Mwinsinfo@imwis.com.

Seminars planned for

construction firms

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The University of Southern California is holding a series of eight seminars, the “Bridges to Business Success Program” for real estate asset management, on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. starting June 29, at the USC campus.

The program’s mission is to provide procurement training to build the capacity of small, minority and veteran-owned businesses.

Attendees will learn marketing & branding, business management and leadership, governmental relations, business bonding and insurance, as well as legal issues and accounting and presentation skills. Two years prior experience in business is recommended.

Enrollment fee: $499, Registration: http://bit.ly/1TTDh29.

HIV testing

event planned

WILLOWBROOK- Martin Luther King Jr. Outpatient Center, Oasis Clinic, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Public Health are presenting an annual National HIV Testing Day Celebration from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 27 at 11833 Wilmington Ave.

Food, entertainment, a drawing and giveaways will also be available to the public.

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Keynote speakers include: Dr. Dan Siegel, clinical professor of psychiatry at UCLA’s School of Medicine and nationally recognized expert on early brain development; Assemblyman Mike A. Gipson; Michael Nash, executive director of L.A. County’s recently established Office of Child Protection; and Father Gregory Boyle, executive director of Homeboy Industries.

Project Fatherhood aims to provide men with the tools to build meaningful relationships with their children through counseling, activity groups for children and parenting education.

Fundraiser promotes

active children

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The Walk ’n Rollers hold a fundraising walk that also features a kids zone, skate demo, tricycle derby and drawing from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 18 at Foshay Learning Center, 3751 S. Harvard Blvd.

Runners and cyclists will have 30 minutes to see how many laps they can complete. Walkers will have two hours for their laps. Participants can enter as many categories as they like and earn prizes for their efforts. Both kids and adults are welcome to compete.

A minimum donation of $25 is all it takes to get started, but participants can also gather sponsors and win extra prizes for most laps in each category, most sponsors or top dollars raised. Funds will support Walk ‘n Rollers programs, which encourage children to walk and bike to school more frequently.

Information and registration: http://www.walkrollchallenge2016.org/

Contact: Jim Shanman (310) 204-4346, jim@walknrollers.org

Carson plans

Juneteenth celebration

CARSON — The city presents its 2016 Juneteenth Rhythm and Blues Celebration “Remembering the Past and Celebrating Freedom” from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 18, in Mills Park, 1340 E. Dimondale Drive.

The event will feature live entertainment, a classic car show and historical displays including a slave ship replica.

Information: (310) 631-3130

Production honors

Black Nationalist leader

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — “Catch the Tiger,” a stage play about Black Nationalist leader Marcus Garvey, will show at 7 p.m. June 18 at Paradise Baptist Church, 5100 S. Broadway.

The production tells the story of the black mass movement Garvey led in the 1920s, and J. Edgar Hoover’s efforts to destroy it until Garvey’s deportation in 1927. The “tiger” in the title of Hoover’s mission, “Catch the Tiger,” was a code name for Garvey.

Admission is $20. Dinner will be served beforehand from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

Tickets: dramastage1@yahoo.com or at (213) 908-5032.

Latina business

leaders recognized

LOS ANGELES — The National Latina Business Women Association of Los Angeles is presenting its “Latinas in Business Awards” from 6 to 10 p.m. June 23 at the Majestic Downtown 650 S. Spring St.

The event pays tribute to Latina entrepreneurs and corporate professionals for demonstrating leadership and making a positive contribution to their community.

The mistress of ceremonies, Josefa Salinas, has been an on-air personality for 30 years, including 14 on Hot 92.3 FM “The Beat” and five on POWER 106 FM, where she was known as the “Angelita de la Noche (Angel of the Night).

Tickets: www.nlbwa-la.org

Workshop analyzes

latest census data

INGLEWOOD — The U.S. Census Bureau’s Los Angeles regional office is holding a free workshop on Census Data for Community Analysis from 9:30 a.m. to noon, June 21 at the Inglewood Public Library, in the Gladys Waddingham Lecture Hall, 101 W. Manchester Blvd.

Participants will learn to capture the key demographic, social, economic and housing indicators that define a community.

Information: (310) 412-5380

Nonprofit hosts

Father’s Day dinner

CULVER CITY — The nonprofit Estelle for Humanity is hosting its 15th annual Honor Thy Father Awards Dinner at 2 p.m. June 19 at the DoubleTree by Hilton, 6161 W. Centinela Ave.

Academy Award winner Lou Gossett Jr. (“An Officer and a Gentleman”) will serve as the keynote speaker.

Tickets are $65 for adults and $35 for children ages 4-12.

RSVP: (424) 209-7699 or (310) 927-8339

Honor Our Fathers

breakfast planned

 CARSON — The Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity is celebrating its sixth annual Honor Our Fathers scholarship breakfast and awards at 9 a.m. June 18 at Carson Community Center, 801 E. Carson St.

Admission is $35 to donate to scholarships for three high school seniors. Silent auction items also are available.

Dr. Chris Hickey will serve as the keynote speaker. He is the founder and executive director of Each One – Teach One Alliance for Academic Access, Achievement and Success, an organization that focuses on efforts to heighten community awareness of the importance of reforming educational practices targeting at-risk youth.

Registration: Hof2016.eventbrite.com

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The donation announcement was made at Drew University’s 32nd annual commencement ceremony June 6 at the StubHub Center in Carson. At the ceremony, Bill and Sue Gross were awarded the Board of Trustees Medal of Honor.

Recipients of Sue and Bill Gross Nursing Endowment, known as Sue and Bill Gross Nursing Scholars, must demonstrate financial need and live in county Service Planning Area 6, which includes Athens, Compton, Crenshaw, Florence, Hyde Park, Lynwood, Paramount and Watts. The first benefactors were awarded in 2015, and included three students pursuing a masters of science degree in nursing.

Nonprofit hosts

technology sessions

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The Vermont-Slauson Economic Development Corporation is presenting a series on technology and social media, in partnership with the Black Business Association, at the Business Enterprise Center, 6109 Western Ave.

The workshop “Blogging for Business Growth” will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. June 13. “Computerized Accounting-QuickBooks” is from 6 to 8 p.m. June 16 and “Intro to Computer/Internet Fundamentals” is from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 17.

To qualify for attendance, participants must own or operate a business in the city of Los Angeles or have a business license.

RSVP at lelliott@vsedc.org or call (323) 789-4515. Seating is limited.

Town hall meeting

covers gun laws

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The LAPD South Bureau is holding a town hall meeting to discuss gun violence and laws regarding gun ownership at 6:30 p.m. June 9 in the Augustus F. Hawkins High School gym, 825 W. 60th St.

Deputy Chief William Scott, the commanding officer of South Bureau operations, is hosting the event.

Victims’ support

group to meet

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Community organizations are hosting a support group for families of murdered victims from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. June 13, at the Los Angeles Police Department’s 77th Street Division, 7600 S. Broadway, in the Community Room.

The hosts are Justice for Murdered Children, Project Cry No More, Justice for Homicide Victims and LAURA.

Information: jfmc1995@yahoo.com

Seminar planned for

entering show biz

WATTS — Wattstar’s Entrepreneur Collaborative is presenting a free business seminar “Doing Biz With Show Biz,” on marketing and small business in the entertainment industry from 2 to 4 p.m. June 11 at Ted Watkins Memorial Park Auditorium, 1335 E. 103rd St.

The guest speakers will be actress and entrepreneur Marla Gibbs, human resources specialist Monica Castenada and Greg Hedgepath, an award-winning supervising sound editor and sound designer of the Formosa Group, whose credits include “Straight Outta Compton.”

Register at www.Wattstar.org. Information: (323) 757-7506

Chamber of Commerce

to host luncheon

LOS ANGELES — The Greater Los Angeles African-American Chamber of Commerce is holding its 17th annual Education Fund Scholarship Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 16 at the LA Hotel, 333 S. Figueroa St.

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The opening event explores the African roots of some of the founders of Los Angeles. It also includes a drumming procession of African and Azteca dancers, musicians, a dramatic performance and a guided tour of the exhibition led by curator Toni Mokjaetji Humber, professor emeritus of ethnic and women’s studies at Cal Poly Pomona.

The opening reception is free to the public. The exhibit will run through Sept. 18.

Information: (323) 294-7071.

Crenshaw Chamber

hosts annual gala

LOS ANGELES — The Crenshaw Chamber of Commerce is holding its 83rd Anniversary Awards Gala from 6 to 10 p.m. June 2 at the Radisson, 3540 S. Figueroa St.

Proceeds will benefit Sanctuary of Hope, transition age youth and homeless veterans. A reception and silent auction will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. and the dinner and program will begin at 7:30 p.m.

RSVP: (323) 293-2900 or email info@crenshawchamber.com.

Committee holds

forum with politicians

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles African-American Women Political Action Committee is hosting a breakfast on the block and candidates forum from 8 to 11 a.m. June 4, at Brownstone Bistro, 5047 W. Pico Blvd.

Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with elected officials in an intimate setting as well as hear from prospective candidates. L.A. City Council President Herb Wesson, state Sen. Holly Mitchell and L.A. City Controller Ron Galperin are among the invited guests.

An advance payment of $40 is required to attend. Attendees should make checks payable to LAAAWPAC and mail to 3818 Crenshaw Blvd. No. 446 L.A. 90008 or visit www.Eventbrite.com.

Seating is limited, so RSVP at LAAAWPACprograms@gmail.com or www.Eventbrite.com.

Nonprofit presents

fundraisser brunch

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The Holman Community Development Corporation is presenting its fifth annual Gospel Brunch fundraiser at 2 p.m. June 5 at USC Town & Gown, 665 Exposition Blvd.

The event will feature gospel entertainment from Holman United Methodist Church Choir “Jubilant Voices” and the Holman Quartet.

The corporation also will honor state Sen. Holly Mitchell with its Quiet Champion Award, which recognizes an organization or individual who has supported the underserved and over-looked members of the community, and who has done so without fanfare.

Tickets are $90, and proceeds will benefit Holman’s programs such as Jobs For Kids Youth Employment Program, the Job Readiness Training Institute and the Beyond The Battlefield Women Veterans Initiative.

Information: (323) 731-0140

Career expo planned

by realtists board

BALDWIN HILLS — A career expo and job resources fair will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on June 9, at the Consolidated Board of Realtists, 3725 Don Felipe Drive.

Los Angeles OIC, the Black Business Association, the Consolidated Board of Realtist and Bank of America are organizing the event.

Veteran registration and benefit information will be available, as well as Wi-Fi access for online applications. Attendees are advised to wear business casual attire and bring a resume.

Youth symphony

to hold recital

WATTS — The Watts-Willowbrook Youth Symphony presents its mid-year recital from 5:30 to 7 p.m. June 8, at the Watts-Willowbrook Boys & Girls Club, 1339 E. 120th St.

Complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be served.

Free zumba class

planned in Compton

COMPTON — A free zumba class will take place from 8 to 10 a.m. June 4 at Dollarhide Community Center, 301 N. Tamarind Ave.

The workshop is part of a 90-day fitness challenge presented by Mayor Aja Brown’s office, where free workouts are held every Saturday morning.

Nonprofit hosts

technology sessions

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The Vermont-Slauson Economic Development Corporation is presenting a series on technology and social media, in partnership with the Black Business Association, at the Business Enterprise Center, 6109 Western Ave.

The workshop “Computerized Accounting-QuickBooks” will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. June 2. “Advertising Online” is from 6 to 8 p.m. June 6.

To qualify for attendance, participants must own or operate a business in the city of Los Angeles or have a business license.

RSVP at lelliott@vsedc.org or call (323) 789-4515. Seating is limited.

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The program involved students at the school writing on a regular basis to an assigned member of the Sheriff’s Department through both email and hand-written messages.

In January, 48 third grade students and 13 special education students were matched with deputy personnel and members from the department’s Black Peace Officers Association.

Over the course of five months, the children were communicating with new friends while improving their spelling, reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, writing and more.

A large group of department personnel expressed interest in this program, with 51 participants taking part.

On May 23, the program culminated with the students and their Sheriff’s Department correspondents finally meeting in person.

As a reward for completing the program, the students received a gift bag containing coloring books, crayons, personalized writing journals and scholastic books from the County of Los Angeles Public Library.

In addition, 35 of the 61 participating students received a library card.

Republican assembly

to honor pastor

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The South Los Angeles Inglewood Republican Assembly is holding an event to honor the Rev. Jesse Lee III, senior pastor of Holy Temple Full Gospel Church for 22 years, at 11 a.m. May 29 at 1706 W. Florence Ave.

Lee is the founder of Serenity House, a women’s homeless shelter for independent living and is in the process of developing a community park adjacent to the facility. He currently has a drug and alcohol recovery ministry as well as a homeless ministry, where food is delivered once a month.

Information: Johnnie Morgan, California Republican Assembly national committeeman, at (323) 392-7300 or Johnniemorgan5@yahoo.com.

Church celebrates

missionary service

LOS ANGELES — Shirley Cason-Reed, international president of the Women’s Missionary Society of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, will serve as the guest speaker at the annual Missionary Day at 10 a.m. May 29 at First AME Church of Los Angeles, 2270 S. Harvard Blvd.

The service, themed “Excellence in Worship-Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow,” is part of a daylong celebration of the role and work of missionaries.

As president, Cason-Reed oversees the work of missionaries throughout the AME Connection, which is comprised of 20 Episcopal Districts in 39 countries on five continents. The work includes promoting health and wellness, encouraging economic development and speaking out for peace and social justice.

She is also the author of “Missions in Action,” a missionary handbook.

Information: (323) 735-1251.

Free lunch

planned for veterans

GARDENA — Sam’s Club and Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles are sponsoring a free lunch for veterans in honor of Memorial Day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 30, at Sam’s Club, 1399 Artesia Blvd.

Inglewood plans

Memorial Day service

INGLEWOOD — The city will conduct its annual Memorial Day ceremony at 11 a.m. May 30 at Inglewood City Hall, 1 W. Manchester Blvd. on the South Mall courtyard in front of the Memorial Obelisk Monument.

This year’s ceremony includes the playing of “Taps,” the presentation of colors, remarks by special military guests, and a memorial wreath-laying service. Local and community based organizations will also take part in the ceremonies.

Information: www.cityofinglewood.org or call (310) 412-8750.

Childhood organization

hosts extravaganza

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Great Beginnings for Black Babies Inc., an organization that promotes the growth and development of babies and young children, is hosting its annual Celebrate Healthy Babies extravaganza at 11 a.m. May 27 at the Zion Hill Baptist Church, 7860 10th Ave.

Under the theme, “It Takes a Village to Raise a Child: Straight Out of Africa-We Are Who We Were,” Great Beginnings invites the public, and especially former members of its Black Infant Health program, to join in the celebration, which will include a Children’s Village, puppeteers, jugglers, African dancers, drummers, resource vendors, free lunch and more. African attire is encouraged.

Information: (310) 677-7995.

Exhibit explores

African roots of L.A.

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — A photographic exhibit, “Where Black is Brown, The African Diaspora in Mexico” opens at 2 p.m. June 5 at the Museum of African-American Art, 4005 Crenshaw Blvd., on the third floor of Macy’s at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza.

The opening event explores the African roots of some of the founders of Los Angeles. It also includes a drumming procession of African and Azteca dancers, musicians, a dramatic performance and a guided tour of the exhibition led by curator Toni-Mokjaetji Humber, professor emeritus of ethnic and women’s studies at Cal Poly Pomona.

The opening reception is free to the public. The exhibit will run through Sept. 18.

Information: (323) 294-7071.

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“This event is designed to motivate and equip Compton residents to lead healthier lives by utilizing a fun, team-oriented initiative,” Brown said. “Healthy Compton’s Community Fitness Challenge will further our commitment to building a prosperous and thriving city in which our residents are the most important building block. I’m encouraging all Compton residents to join us in this challenge.”

As part of the initiative, a free fit camp will take place from 8 to 10 a.m. May 21 at Lueders Park, 1500 E. Rosecrans Ave. Free workouts are held every Saturday morning.

Information: (310) 605-5688.

Republican assembly

to honor pastor

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The South Los Angeles-Inglewood Republican Assembly is holding an event to honor the Rev. Jesse Lee III, senior pastor of Holy Temple Full Gospel Church for 22 years, at 11 a.m. May 29 at 1706 W. Florence Ave.

Lee is the founder of Serenity House, a women’s homeless shelter for independent living and is in the process of developing a community park adjacent to the facility. He currently has a drug and alcohol recovery ministry as well as a homeless ministry, where food is delivered once a month.

Information: Johnnie Morgan, California Republican Assembly national committee man, at (323) 392-7300 or Johnniemorgan5@yahoo.com.

AME Church plans

district conference

INGLEWOOD — Representatives will convene for the Southwest Rocky Mountain Annual Conference continuing May 19-22 at Second AME Zion Church, 3612 W. 64th St.

Bishop Darrin Moore of the Western Episcopal District, African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, will preside over worship services and business sessions. A banquet will be held in his honor on May 21^.

Information: (310) 412-1674.

Church celebrates

missionary service

LOS ANGELES — Shirley Cason-Reed, international president of the Women’s Missionary Society of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, will serve as the guest speaker for Annual Missionary Day, 10 a.m. May 29 at First AME Church of Los Angeles 2270 S. Harvard Blvd.

The service, themed “Excellence in Worship – Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow,” is part of a daylong celebration of the role and work of missionaries.

As president, Cason-Reed oversees the work of missionaries throughout the AME Connection, which is comprised of 20 Episcopal Districts in 39 countries on five continents. The work includes promoting health and wellness, encouraging economic development and speaking out for peace and social justice. She is also the author of “Missions in Action,” a missionary handbook.

Information: (323) 735-1251.

Nonprofit hosts

technology sessions

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The Vermont-Slauson Economic Development Corporation is presenting a series on technology and social media, in partnership with the Black Business Association, at the Business Enterprise Center, 6109 S. Western Ave.

“Intro to Comp/Internet Fundamentals” will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. May 20, and the workshop “Grow Your Business With Twitter,” will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. May 23.

To qualify for attendance, participants must own or operate a business in the city of Los Angeles and have a business license.

RSVP at lelliott@vsedc.org or call (323) 789-4515. Seating is limited.

Compiled by Anne Artley.

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The concert will support the orchestra’s after-school music and literacy programs. A pre-concert lecture will take place at 1:30 p.m.

Information: (213) 788-4260

Essay contest teaches

children about money

LOS ANGELES — OneUnited Bank is sponsoring an essay contest, “I Got Bank,” for youth ages eight through 12. Participants must read a book about money and write a 250-word essay about what they learned from it and how they can apply it to their own life or the life of their family. All submissions must be postmarked or emailed by June 15, 2016.

Contestants must fill out a waiver online and submit it with the essay at https://www.oneunited.com/i-got-bank-book/ or send both documents to: OneUnited Bank, Essay Submission, 100 Franklin St., Boston, MA, 02110.

Three winners will be selected to win $1,000 by Aug. 31. The bank may publish the essays. Children of OneUnited Bank employees are ineligible to participate.

Nonprofit hosts

technology sessions

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The Vermont-Slauson Economic Development Corporation is presenting a series on technology and social media, in partnership with the Black Business Association, at the Business Enterprise Center, 6109 S. Western Ave.

“Intro to Comp/Internet Fundamentals” will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. May 13, and the workshop “Tax Filings-Turbo Tax,” from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. May 14. “New Ways to Get Paid” is from 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. May 14 and “Social Media 2.0” from 1 to 3 p.m. May 16.

To qualify for attendance, participants must own or operate a business in the city of Los Angeles and have a business license.

RSVP at lelliott@vsedc.org or call (323) 789-4515. Seating is limited.

Free seminars

help new businesses

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Registration is underway for a series of free business seminars presented by the Wattstar Entrepreneur Collaborative (WEC). The first in a series of three seminars, which target entrepreneurs who live within the Watts/Willowbrook communities, will take place at 2 p.m. May 14 in the Ted Watkins Memorial Park Auditorium, 1335 E. 103rd St.

WEC will select 30 entrepreneurs to proceed through three months of intensive entrepreneur training and the development of their preliminary business plans. Once their plans have been completed, the students will receive courses on how to finance their small business; micro-loans for eligible applicants and mentoring on how to become eligible. They also will receive advice on how to attract their neighborhood residents as customers.

Enrollment qualifications and registration information is available at www.wattstar.org.

Community council

plans general meeting

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The Park Mesa Heights Community Council invites all residents, business owners and church representatives within the boundaries of Hyde Park, Angeles Mesa or View Heights, to attend a general meeting from 10 a.m. to noon May 14 at Angeles Mesa Elementary School, 2611 W. 52nd St.

Meetings take place on the second Saturday of each month. A light breakfast is provided.

Information: (323) 298-6124 or email info@pmhcc90043.org.

NAACP to hold

annual gala

The Los Angeles Branch of the NAACP will host its2016 Roy Wilkins Freedom Fund Awards Gala May 19at 6 p.m.at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel,506 S. Grand Ave. in downtown Los Angeles.

The annual fundraising event, named after former NAACP executive Roy Wilkins, will begin with a concert at 6 p.m. featuring theSpirit of OYA, followed by dinner and the awards at 7.

A few tickets are still available for purchase at www.suiteevents.com/naacpla2016gala.

Football boot

camp planned

COMPTON — A free football boot camp will take place from 8 to 10 a.m. May 14 at Kelly Park, at the corner of East Caldwell Street and South Butler Avenue.

The workshop is part of a 90-day community fitness challenge presented by Mayor Aja Brown’s office, where free workouts are held every Saturday morning.

Register at comptoncity.org/fitness.asp.

Compiled by Anne Artley.

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The new park was designed by Shane’s Inspiration, a nonprofit organization that builds universally accessible playgrounds that safe for individuals with disabilities, including autism, Down syndrome and cerebral palsy.

Since one-third of the population in Price’s Ninth District is under 18 years old, the new park at 6264 S. Vermont Ave. is a welcomed addition to South L.A. families.

“I want to ensure that all children in Council District 9 have access to every opportunity imaginable,” Price said. “No matter who they are or what ZIP code a child belongs to, he or she should be guaranteed every opportunity to succeed and thrive, and that includes access to quality parks and recreational facilities.”

Vermont Gage includes castle-themed playground areas with resilient surfacing, a walking path, fencing and landscaping. This is the third park to open under Price’s leadership; Wall Street Park opened to the public in December 2013, followed by Avalon Gage Park, which opened in January 2015.

Town hall planned

on environment

WATTS — The Better Watts Initiative team is hosting state Sen. Isadore Hall, Assemblyman Mike Gipson and other elected officials for a town hall meeting about environmental racism and justice in Watts at 9 a.m. May 7 at the Watts Labor Community Action Committee Phoenix Hall, 10950 S. Central Ave.

Information: (323) 563-5641 or email: wlcacceo@gmail.com.

Victims’ support

group to meet

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Community organizations are hosting a support group for families of murder victims from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 9 at the Los Angeles Police Department 77th Street Division, 7600 S. Broadway, in the Community Room.

The hosts are Justice for Murdered Children, Project Cry No More, Justice for Homicide Victims and LAURA.

Information: jfmc1995@yahoo.com

Library screens

documentaries

INGLEWOOD — The Inglewood Public Library is screening two documentaries free of charge at noon on May 7 in the Gladys Waddingham Lecture Hall at the Main Library, 101 W. Manchester Blvd.

The feature film traces the history of modern-day genocide and genocide denial from the Ottoman Empire during World War I to the current genocide in Darfur, and follows the multi-platinum album-selling band System of a Down as it raises awareness for human rights atrocities that continue to plague the world today.

The short concluding film tells the story of how U.S. Marine Major General Smedley Darlington Butler exposed a fascist coup d’etat of plutocratic militarists against President Franklin Roosevelt in the early 1930s.  The “Business Plot” as it was called, largely consisted of elements aligned with the J.P. Morgan Wall Street banking interests, the DuPont family and the American Legion.

Information: call (310) 412-5380 or visit library.cityofinglewood.org.

Nonprofit hosts

technology sessions

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The Vermont-Slauson Economic Development Corporation is presenting a series on technology and social media, in partnership with the Black Business Association, at the Business Enterprise Center, 6109 S. Western Ave.

“Tax Filings-Turbo Tax” will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. May 7, and the workshop “New Ways to Get Paid,” from 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. May 7. “Basics of Social Media” is from 1 to 3 p.m. May 9.

To qualify for attendance, participants must own or operate a business in the city of Los Angeles and have a business license.

RSVP at lelliott@vsedc.org or call (323) 789-4515. Seating is limited.

MTA hosts

family festival

SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority is holding a “Halfway There” celebration and family festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 7 at Leimert Park Village, 4395 Leimert Blvd.

The event serves as an expression of appreciation to the communities along the eight-and-a-half mile Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project for their support of the construction project that is halfway to completion.

The celebration will include performances by local musicians, a kids’ zone with face painting, balloon sculptures and arts and crafts, food vendors, MTA and contractor employment opportunities, small business resources, archeology discoveries and an update on “Harriet,” the tunnel-boring machine for the Crenshaw/LAX project.

Foundation presents

awards luncheon

LOS ANGELES — The Baron Jay Foundation is holding its first Trailblazer Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 11 at the L.A. Hotel Downtown, 333 S. Figueroa St.

The foundation provides hands-on training for middle school and high school boys through hands-on training and job shadowing in independent films and TV shows. Along with its partners, it also gives to underserved students in the areas of art, scholarships, health and computer literacy.

Comedian and actor Michael Colyar will serve as the host. Some of the honorees include Antwone Fisher, a screenwriter, author and director, and Dr. Patricia Bath, the first African-American doctor to receive a patent for a medical purpose.

Sponsorship and tickets: (818) 568-3330 or email info@baronjayfoundation.org

Essay contest teaches

kids about money

LOS ANGELES — OneUnited Bank is sponsoring an essay contest, “I Got Bank,” for young people ages 8 through 12. Participants must read a book about money and write a 250-word essay about what they learned from it and how they can apply it to their own life or the life of their family. All submissions must be postmarked or emailed by June 15.

Contestants must fill out a waiver online and submit it with the essay at https://www.oneunited.com/i-got-bank-book/ or send both documents to: OneUnited Bank, Essay Submission, 100 Franklin St., Boston, MA 02110.

Three winners will be selected to win $1,000 by Aug. 31. The bank may publish the essays. Children of OneUnited Bank employees are ineligible to participate.

Compiled by Anne Artley. 

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