It's the Last Weekend in April, Make Some Memories
Whether you're in the mood for a gala, comedy show, or throwback party there's a lot going on from Atlantic City to the DMV. Find out what's happening with the Atlantic City Focus Weekend Guide-Your Key to Winning the Weekend.
THURSDAY April 25, 2024
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NEW JERSEY
Support the Jersey Girls Exhibit at the African-American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey in Newtonville
A group exhibit titled "Jersey Girls" will be on display from February 1-April 30, 2024 at the African-American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey in the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Center at 661 Jackson Road in Newtonville. This is the fourth time the museum has hosted a "Jersey Girls" exhibit highlighting the work of local artists.
The museum routinely supports talented artists by providing them with gallery opportunities. The "Jersey Girls" exhibit, organized by founder and president Ralph E. Hunter, Sr., will include artwork by established and emerging artists in the local art community. The artwork of the women included in this exhibit represents the rich diversity of artistic talent available in the area.
The artists are: Nastassia Davis, Kandice Fields, Jasmine Haines, Heather Deegan Hires, Randi Meekins, Glynnis Reed, Chanelle René, Sydnéi Smith Jordan, Simone and Hazel Levy Washington.
Call (609) 704-5495 for museum hours.
Good Music, Food and Drink Specials at the Good Dog Bar
Are You a Walking Wealth of Unnecessary Information? You Might Find Your Tribe at Trivia Night in Egg Harbor Township!
It's Wilson's No-Cover Night Featuring Aaron Man
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PENNSYLVANIA
The Penn Relays Begin Today in Philly! Start with the Young Caribbean Professionals Network
Let's Discuss the 1619 Project at the Literary Lounge Series in Philly!
Enjoy the Music of Charles Mingus in Philly!
Tour the Wagner Museum in Philly! No Charge!
Sing Loud, Sing Off Key, Just Sing at Late Night Karaoke in Philly!
Kick Start Your Weekend with Afro Beats in Philly!
DELAWARE
How Quickly Can You Convince Someone You're the One? Find Out at Speed Dating in Wilmington
Learn to Roller Skate in Wilmington
Master the Art of Self Defense in Wilmington
Get Moving! Try Cardio Drumming in Wilmington
Create Your Content at the Haute Studio in Wilmington
WASHINGTON, DC, MARYLAND & VIRGINIA (DMV)
Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years? Ask at Seat Speed Dating in DC
Learn More about DC at Recollecting and Retelling Black Georgetown
Check Out BELA DONA in Brandywine!
Let Your Inner Caribbean Loose at Reggae Thursdays in DC!
Foodies Might Find this Fun! Unique Eats and Eateries in DC?
FRIDAY April 26, 2024
NEW JERSEY
Celebrate Dr. Juanita J. High Street Naming in AC with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (Rescheduled to Friday)
Prepare for Spring Fling Weekend! Comedy and an 80s & 90s Party
Laugh it Up with Sherrod Small Live at the Claridge
Enjoy Half-Price Comedy at the Tropicana Casino in AC!
Come Out to Smithville for Live Comedy!
The Pool at Harrah's Always Has Something Going On! There's a Cover, But a Promo Code Isn't Hard to Find
Enjoy the Ladies Night, Friday Night Mixer at Wilson's!
Come to Wilson's for the Ladies Night Mixer Stay for Ladies Night Party with DJ Alamo
PENNSYLVANIA
Unwind Friday at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Friday Night Lounge is "Pay What You Wish" admission! Unwind from the week with locally sourced spirits and wines, tasty small plates, and live music. Enjoy a late stroll in our galleries; discover a new favorite artist; and rediscover the museum for yourself. April 19: Performance by Sparrow Moon Lodge.
Discuss Green Building Practices with Black Developers in Philly
See What's Happening at Chill & Vibes Throwback Edition in Philly
Check Out Caribbean & Hip Hop Night in Philly
Explore Fried Fridays in Philly
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DELAWARE
Move Onward and Upward with the 5th National Urban League Young Professionals Eastern Regional Conference in Wilmington
Ride'm Hard, Put'm Away Wet at Rodeo Friday Beyonce Night in New Castle
WASHINGTON, DC, MARYLAND & VIRGINIA (DMV)
Laugh It Up at Improv vs. the Machine in DC
Don't Miss the R&B Poetry Experience Late Night Happy Hour in DC
Try the Fresh Happy Hour in DC
Enjoy Hip Hop and R&B at Black Diamond Fridays in Silver Spring
Don't Miss Still Familiar Ft. Tao Soprano from Dru Hill Live in Brandywine
Whine a While to Soca, Dancehall and Hip-Hop in DC
SATURDAY April 27, 2024
Whatever you do today, make a memory!
NEW JERSEY
Support the 50th Atlantic City Branch NAACP Gala
Raise Money to Fight Homeless at the 5K Fundraiser in Pleasantville
Exercise Your Deductive Reasoning at an Office Whodunit in AC
Support Karaoke with AC's Own Big Al
History Buff? Tour the Oldest Continually Operating Winery in the Country
Take a Walking Tour of the Beach Plum Farm in Cape May
Watch the Birdie! Enjoy Bird Watching in Cape May
Discover Harriet Tubman's Connection to South Jersey!
Enjoy the Soul Train 70's Brunch Day Party at Wilson's!
Come to Wilson's for the Soul Train Brunch, Stay for the R&B Rewind Featuring Christopher Williams & Band! 6 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.
WILDWOOD
Take a Walk in Wildwood for Autism Awareness
PENNSYLVANIA
Kick it with Alpha Phi Alpha at the Black Ice Party in Philly
Check Out Pitch Black the All Black Everything Event in Philly
Celebrate Your Birthday or Anybody's Birthday at Spades in Philly
Dust Off that Tuxedo for the 40th Anniversary L&L Dance Productions Gala at the African-American Museum in Philly
Enjoy a Penn Relays after Party in Philly
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DELAWARE
Do the Work of Black Love Healing in Wilmington
Cut Loose at the Big Homie Rules Birthday Celebration in Wilmington
Enjoy Comedy at Cool J's in Bear
This One Is for the Ladies! Woman to Woman Networking in Middletown
Stand Out at the "A Night to Remember" Gala in Dover
WASHINGTON DC, MARYLAND & VIRGINIA (DMV)
Check Out the Afro-Caribbean Day Party in DC
Ready for Hip-Hop and Afrobeats? Try Another Day Party in DC
Indulge in decadence at the 7th Annual DC Chocolate Festival
See Trombone Virtuoso Robin Eubanks at Takoma Station!
Show Them You've Still Got It at How Parties Used to Be in DC
Keep It Low at the DC Official Silent Party
SUNDAY April 28, 2024
NEW JERSEY
Join WiseChoice Cycling & AC Cycling Crew for a Season Opener in AC
Tony Day & Across the Globe Appearing at Kelsey's
Kelsey's, 1545 Pacific Avenue; Atlantic City, NJ 08401,
Step Back in Time with the Motown Forever Show at Borgata!
For more information click the link below!
https://borgata.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/the-music-box/motown-forever.html
Support the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. Awards!
See What's New in Wedding Wear at the Tower Hospitality Spring Wedding Show in Vineland
Enjoy the "I Love R&B" Brunch at Wilson's!
https://wilsonslivemusic.com/event/i-love-rb-brunch-powered-by-chef-milly-of-hells-kitchen-32/
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PENNSYLVANIA
Enjoy Some Neo-Soul in Philly
Try the Wood Carving Workshop in Philly!
If Jazz Is What You Like, This Is It!
DELAWARE
Check Out the "Pure Love" Day Party in Wilmington
Tour the Nemours Estate in Wilmington!
Learn to Use Infused Detox Water at a Workshop in New Castle
WASHINGTON, DC, MARYLAND & VIRGINIA (DMV)
Check Out Decades Sundays for Hip-Hop, Afrobeats and More in DC
Immerse Yourself in Cosplay at National Super Hero Day in Mclean
Don't Miss the Patio at Dirty Habit in DC
Check Out Sunday-Funday in DC
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