“INTIMATE APPAREL”: Palm Beach Dramaworks presents African-American seamstress Esther in a turn-of-the-century exploration of determination and resilency, through Sunday, April 17 in the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 W. Clematis St., West Palm Beach. Visit palmbeachdramaworks.org or call 561-514-4042.
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FREE COMMUNITY EDUCATIONAL FAIR APRIL 9: Educational Opportunity Centers staff and representatives from more than a dozen state agencies, nonprofit organizations, Palm Beach State College Trade programs and the Career Center will be on hand to provide information about their services and help individuals get hands-on assistance with college admission and scholarship applications, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and get access to a range of community services. There will be food, fun and games. It is free and open to the public, a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Salvation Army, 600 N. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach. Attendees must register at bit.ly/triocef. Call 561-868-3961, email eocnorth@palmbeachstate.edu or visit palmbeachstate.edu/r/eoc.
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VIRTUAL WEBINAR FOR SMALL BUSINESSES: Elevate Together University will present the “Power of Capital” as a resource for owners to understand the different capital options for your business, find what financial data is important, recognize your credit options, confirm when your business needs to borrow, April 7 at 6 p.m. (Spanish). First come, first served, space is limited. Register at elevatetogether.org/university or visit elevatetogether.com.
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HISTORY FORT LAUDERDALE 60th ANNIVERSARY: Explore “60 Years of Black Art,” a fine art exhibit featuring works for show and sale from Dillard Center for the Arts’ Advanced Placement (AP) students, through April 10. The exhibit, curated by instructor Celestin Joseph, represents historical and contemporary themes of equality from the perspective of students at the very school that was instrumental in overturning segregation laws in the City of Fort Lauderdale 51 years ago. Located at 231 SW 2nd Ave., hours are Monday – Friday, noon – 4 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tickets online at bit.ly/historyfortlauderdaletickets.
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SACRIFICIAL RITUAL OFFERINGS: The Amadlozi Gallery at the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center presents an exhibit by self-taught Trinidadian artist Franklyn Sinanan, whose works explore the intertwining relationships between spirituality, materialism, ritual traditions and history. The exhibition’s design manipulates scale, mixed media and lighting to showcase a visual essay depicting the artist’s personal spiritual journey. Sacrificial Ritual Offerings, recommended for mature audiences, will be on exhibit through April 9. Admission is free. Gallery hours 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday-Friday, and 10 a.m. 3 p.m. Saturday.
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THE GRANDMA THAT EATS EVERYTHING: Florida Studio Theatre presents a collection of plays inspired by the imaginations of children in sixth grade and below, open to the public on Saturday and Sunday mornings through May 8 as part of FST’s Children’s Theatre Series. Single tickets $10 on sale at FloridaStudioTheatre.org or by calling the box office at 941-366-9000.
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150TH BIRTHDAY OF WILLIAM MONROE TROTTER:
The William Monroe Trotter Collaborative for Social Justice at the Harvard Kennedy School hosts a major two-day event celebrating the 20th-century civil rights pioneer and journalist. “Reimagining Our Radical Roots: A Global Classroom of Citizen Activism” will take place April 7-8 and be available in online and in-person formats. The conference title was inspired by Dr. Kerri Greenidge’s award winning book “Black Radical: The Life and Times of William Monroe Trotter.” Visit trotter.hks.harvard.edu to learn more and register.
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SEN. LARCENIA J. BULLARD EXHIBIT: Capturing the spirit of her life, legacy and impact on the South Dade Community, at the South Dade Black History Center, 14508 Lincoln Blvd, Miami. Call 305-7900554, email sdblackhistory@miamidade.gov or follow the @SouthDadeBHC on Instagram and Facebook.
MEDIA CAREER FAIR: The 6th annual South Florida Media Career Fair and Workshops at Broward College Miramar campus on Saturday, April 9 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. There will be representation from Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties from every major newspaper, TV and radio stations. Jawan Strader of NBC6 and president of the host National Association of Black Journalists – South Florida chapter, and Kimmy B of 93.9 MIA IHeart, will conduct workshops. Free for pre-registered students, $10 for professionals. Register at eventbrite.com/e/6th-annual-diversity-career-fair-tickets-298288838947?ref=eios.
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ARSHT CENTER SPOKEN SOUL SHOWCASE: In recognition of Women’s History Month in March and National Poetry Month in April, the immersive, multidisciplinary experience in its 14th year features women-centered narratives curated and performed entirely by local female artists. The free event takes place inside the Center’s Peacock Foundation Studio on April 8 at 7 p.m., and celebrates the four stages of happiness with carefully curated performances that combine spoken word with dance, visual arts, music, film and other artistic expressions. The performance culminates with an all-girl rock band and dance party, encouraging audience members to find their own joy. First-Access Passes, which give guests early access to general admission seating, can be reserved online at arshtcenter.org or by calling the box office at 305- 949-6722.
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CLEMATIS BY NIGHT COUNTDOWN TO SUNFEST ’22: West Palm Beach’s favorite weekly concert series has started the clock in anticipation of the return of the area’s signature annual music festival with a free event April 7, 69 p.m., at The Palm Stage on the Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis St., West Palm Beach. Featuring Jamaican-American soul and “bass first” multi-instrumentalist Mark Brown, founder of West Palm’s local music collective Soulfam, with his band including Donnell McCant on drums and percussion, Ransom Miller on synthesizer, flugelhorn and trumpet, and Dakota Dawkins on guitar and vocals. The public and walk-up guests are welcomed, attendees may bring blankets and chairs, parking at nearby public garages, food concessions will be available, patrons should follow all CDC guidelines. Clematis by Night concertgoers who opt for a $22 per person TheClubVIP experience will also secure a ticket for SunFest 2022.
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