Events

We are excited to announce that the San Diego Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (San Diego NAACP) will host its annual Freedom Fund Dinner on Friday, October 6, 2017 at the Kona Kai Resort & Spa located at 1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, California. The theme for this dinner is “Moving Forward Together For Justice and Equality.” We would appreciate your financial support of this important event to help us carry out the mission of the NAACP to “ensure, the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination.” Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation’s oldest, largest and most effective civil rights organization. We need your help to respond to assaults on human and civil rights that we face at this time including, but not limited to, police brutality, voter suppression tactics, inadequate health care and educational inequities.

Success Essentials Fall 2017 is a professional development workshop series designed to provide essential skills needed to be successful in the marketplace.

Learn how to develop the skills needed to make you an asset to any team.

Food provided by Indulge Catering.

Donations accepted at the door. No one will be turned away.

Jay Chris Moore is a Teacher, Director and Choreographer born and raised in the “City of Angels”. With his roots as a street dancer, Jay has formulated his style of “lyrical hip hop” based of of the fundamentals of hip hop and freestyle.

With 17 yrs of experience in the dance community as a director and dancer. Currently represented by MSA, Jay has also worked with artists such as Usher, Black Eyed Peas, Missy Elliot, LL Cool J, Snoop Dogg, E40 and LMFAO. He has choreographed for acts on Americas Got Talent and Live To Dance, as well as directs his own professional dance company called The MOB including Academy of Swag, Hoodlumz, Goon Squad, Hitmen, and Lost Boyz. .

Jay’s community history includes GRV, Culture Shock LoWith 17 yrs of experience in the dance community as a director and dancer. Currently represented by MSA, Jay has also worked with artists such as Usher, Black Eyed Peas, Missy Elliot, LL Cool J, Snoop Dogg, E40 and LMFAO. He has choreographed for acts on Americas Got Talent and Live To Dance, as well as directs his own professional dance company called The MOB including Academy of Swag, Hoodlumz, Goon Squad, Hitmen, and Lost Boyz. .

Jay’s community history includes GRV, Culture Shock Los Angeles, PAC Modern, Mavyn Entertainment and Chill Factor Crew. Never being content with his achievements, Jay always strives to grow as a choreographer, dancer and mentor.

“It’s not about YouTube views and fame, it’s about inspiring others to appreciate the gift of dance and spread the love and the movement. Remaining humble and appreciative is the real talent” -Jay Chris Moore

Join The Ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Epsilon Xi Omega Graduate Chapter as we present a night of Theatre**

Hair’itage The Play is a story about six ‘Sistahs’ who share the journey of their hair and how their hair impacts them throughout their lives in many different ways. Playgoers leave in awe – empowered. Some even share tears of joy, as they can relate to the storyline from a personal perspective. Hair’itage The Play is a journey that women, and men, from all walks of life, socioeconomic backgrounds, and cultural backgrounds will enjoy!

“Gaines impeccable writing and the talents of the actresses far exceeded expectations” As quoted in the New York Amesterdam News  View the trailer at: HAIRitageThePlay.com

**Proceeds from the the evening will benefit The Epsilon Xi Omega Graduate Chapter’s annual scholarship fund.

Join us as we honor outstanding African Americans in Aviation and Space as well as fundraising to support the Leadership and Scholarship Award Program benefiting deserving African American Students in San Diego County. This year our honoree will be Ms. Thella F. Bowens, past President/CEO of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority. After 15 years of leadership, Ms. Bowens retired on March 31, 2017.

Join The Ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Epsilon Xi Omega Graduate Chapter as we present a night of Theatre**

Hair’itage The Play is a story about six ‘Sistahs’ who share the journey of their hair and how their hair impacts them throughout their lives in many different ways. Playgoers leave in awe – empowered. Some even share tears of joy, as they can relate to the storyline from a personal perspective. Hair’itage The Play is a journey that women, and men, from all walks of life, socioeconomic backgrounds, and cultural backgrounds will enjoy!

“Gaines impeccable writing and the talents of the actresses far exceeded expectations” As quoted in the New York Amesterdam News  View the trailer at: HAIRitageThePlay.com

**Proceeds from the the evening will benefit The Epsilon Xi Omega Graduate Chapter’s annual scholarship fund.

Community Actors Theatre Group Cruise…Please Book BEFORE
September 21, 2017 with only a $25.00 Deposit. Please join us on…CAT’S 6-Day Western Caribbean Cruise *Book Today, or BEFORE 9/21. Go to: www.ytbtravel.com/expressyourself , “CLICK” on “GROUPS”, at the top of the page. You will see lots of Group Cruises. Scroll down the page to, “CAT’S WESTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE” – March 18. 2018 See what they say about the cruise, then “CLICK” on “DETAILS”, to the right side of the page. READ, then CHOOSE CABIN, then, “CLICK” on, “BOOK THIS”. Fill out the BOOKING FORM, pay only $25.00 per person Deposit before the deadline of Sept. 21,, 2017. ALL CABINS are Inside DOUBLE OCCUPANCY. Both Roommates “MUST” BOOK at the same time. Sign up for “AUTOMATIC PAY” & “EARLY DINNER”. Must have a PassPort BEFORE the cruise.

*Ports visiting: Cozumel, Mexico Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, Ocho Rios & Jamaica

Book BEFORE Sept. 21, 2017- Cruise Sails on March 18, 2018
4B Inside Double Occupancy Cabins: $786.23
4F Inside Double Occupancy Cabins: $821.23
Deposit: $25.00 per person (Book Before Sept. 21, 2017)
2nd. Payment: $250.00 due by 10/17/2017
3rd. Payment: $511.00 to $516.23 due12/26/2017
Ship: The ultra big beautiful Carnival Vista. Invite others.

A $35.00 extra is included per person, to support CAT’s
Fund Raiser. The Cruise Company Taxes and Gratuities
are already included in the total price. (3 Payments)
Both Roommates MUST Book at the same time, so please
have your Roommate and your credit card with you at the
computer when you get ready to Book the cruise.

Departing from Miami, FL. Cruise Terminal. Flights NOT included.
Please contact Jennie if you need help in Booking the Cruise. 619-807-7059 or email at: jlou2@cox.net Cruises are the ultimate vacations, simply because everything is included. Pamper yourself…you deserve it! Remember…Book BEFORE July 24th. Thanks a bunch!!! Jennie Hamilton at CAT

Please join us at Loews Coronado Bay Resort, the home of BFS “Poolside Elegance” Fashion & Entertainment Show hosted by the beautiful & talented Chante Moore. Attend this semi-formal event in this upscale oceanfront resort, set on a 15-acre peninsula, lies 5 miles from Coronado Beach and 10 miles from the city of Chula Vista. Come see a show unlike any other in San Diego and enjoy an evening filled with entertainment spotlighting local musicians & entertainers as we showcase BIG FACE SMILE’s clothing line that features urban apparel for men & women as well as introduce a couple of local designers highlighting their own line of casual and/or formal wear.

Please dress to impress as we will have a photographer & videographer taking pictures and filming before, during, and after the show. We will also have vendors as well as Opportunity Drawings for some amazing prize giveaways!

Dress Code: Semi-formal attire in bright colors.

~A portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to The Olivia Hudson Foundation~