The Critics Choice Association (CCA) proudly hosted the 7th annual Celebration of Black Cinema & Television on Monday, December 9, 2024, at the luxurious Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles. This star-studded event paid tribute to the outstanding contributions and achievements of Black talent in film and television, both in front of and behind the camera.
The 34th annual Gotham Awards, held on December 2, 2024, at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City, honored the best in independent film and media. Hosted by the Gotham Film & Media Institute, the ceremony celebrated innovation, diversity, and excellence in storytelling across categories such as film, television, and emerging talent.
The Navét Haitian Rum Experience at RoofTop at Exchange Place brought the vibrant spirit of Haiti to life in Jersey City. With the enticing flavors of traditional Haitian cuisine, expertly crafted cocktails featuring 1804 Haitian Rum, and the lively sounds of DJ K-Nice, guests were transported to the heart of the Caribbean for a night of culture, flavor, and celebration.
Pharrell Williams‘ non-profit, Black Ambition, celebrated its fourth annual Demo Day in New York City, awarding over $2.7 million to 30 innovative startups led by Black and Hispanic entrepreneurs. The event, designed to bridge opportunity and wealth gaps, highlighted companies across tech, healthcare, consumer goods, artificial intelligence, and media/entertainment.
This Halloween, prepare to be enchanted by the eerie atmosphere at the RoofTop at Exchange Place, where the venue has been transformed into a ghostly carnival for the entire month of October.
The United Sorghum Checkoff Program hosted a unique culinary event at Padilla Cookery in New York, showcasing the versatility of sorghum, a gluten-free ancient grain.
On September 28, 2024, 1/ST, in partnership with The h.wood Group, launched the inaugural California Crown at Santa Anita Park. This new event blends horse racing, entertainment, and luxury, marking a new tradition for the West Coast.
Internationally renowned dancer and choreographer Maria Caruso will bring her new solo show, Incarnation, to London’s prestigious Theatre Royal Drury Lane on October 2-3, 2024. Known for its rich history, the 360-year-old theater, located in the heart of the West End, has long been a cultural cornerstone and is set to host another monumental performance with Caruso’s debut.
Supima celebrated its 17th annual Design Competition by spotlighting some of the nation’s top fashion graduates during a cocktail event in Manhattan on July 11.
Vybe Vault RnB, a premier platform for showcasing unsigned R&B talent, is gearing up for its next big event on September 4th, 2024, at The Sultan Room in Brooklyn, NY.