ASPA AWARDS: The American Society for Public Administration, South Florida annual reception honoring outstanding contributions in the public sector, Thursday, June 23, 6-9 p.m. at Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami. Email info@aspasouthfl.org or visit eventbrite.com.

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JUNE JOY @ SPADY: Celebrate Black Gloriousness, an intergenerational panel and culminating event for the Palm Beach County School District’s African and African-American Studies Summer Institute, Thursday, June 23, 6-8 p.m., Delray Beach Library, 100 W. Atlantic Ave. Also, “Radical pleasure” conversation with artists Khaulah Naima Nuruddin and Sheree L. Greer, Saturday, June 25,12:302 p.m., with exhibition pairing literary and visual art on display through June 30 at the museum. Visit spadymuseum.com.

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BLACK FUTURE WEEKEND: Return of the national program founded by Prince and CNN contributor Van Jones to cultivate future leaders and entrepreneurs from underrepresented backgrounds by creating a pipeline of diverse talent that will shift the culture of the tech sector, Friday June 24 – Sunday June 26, Miami Beach Convention Center. Visit BlackFutureWeekend.com.

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ANANCY FESTIVAL RETURNS: In celebration of Caribbean-American Heritage Month, Island SPACE Caribbean Museum at the Broward Mall, in association with the Caribbean Edge Kids and Jamaicans.com, will host festivities on Saturday, June 25 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. As part of the mall’s Colors of Caribe community festival, a variety of other Caribbean-themed activities will take place until 5 p.m. Visit islandspacefl.org/anancy2022. Anancy (also spelled Anansi or Ananse), the spider man, a character from West African folklore, is a trickster known for outsmarting formidable opponents. Popular across the Caribbean and African diasporas, stories of his escapades typically teach valuable life lessons.

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MLK PEN & PENCIL PEACE CAMP: The Martin Luther King Jr. Coordinating Committee hosts the annual program enabling boys and girls to improve their reading, writing, artistic and musical skills, Saturdays 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on June 25 and July 2, 9, 16, 23 at the In Time Church of God in Christ Fellowship Hall, 1025 7th St., West Palm Beach. Call 561-832-4682.

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TYREEK HILL YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP: The Miami Dolphins receiver will provide campers with valuable knowledge and hands-on instruction in a positive environment on Saturday, June 25 at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton. Open to boys and girls of all skill levels ages 6-16. For registration and other information visit flexworksports.com.

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CARIBBEAN HERITAGE SPLASH BASH: The City of Tamarac presents poolside music and fun activities, Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m.-1.p.m. at the Caporella Aquatic Sports Complex, 9300 NW 58th St. Fee $5, call 954-597-3660.

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ABFF: The American Black Film Festival continues virtually through June 30 on its custom-designed platform ABFF PLAY. Visit Eventbrite.

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BOB MARLEY’S “THREE LITTLE BIRDS”: City Theatre and the Adrienne Arsht Center present the jammin’ musical featuring lyrics based on the children’s book (“Every Little Thing”) by his daughter Cedella Marley, sharing the legendary reggae artist’s message of peace and love with a new generation of songbirds, through July 9 at various times, Carnival Studio Theater, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Mama says "breathe easy," but Ziggy’s afraid to leave the house. He’s too busy worrying about tropical storms, evil spirits and steering clear of that sneaky, hair-snatching Duppy! But with the help of Dr. Bird and his feathered friends, Ziggy’s reminded that "every little thing gonna be all right!” Tickets $20 and $30, call 305-949-6722 or visit arshtcenter.org.

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FREE SUMMER MEALS JUST TEXT “FOOD”: When school is out many programs kids rely on for critical meals disappear. Programs run by local schools and community groups can help fill the gap at no cost. No Kid Hungry makes it quick and easy for families to find their nearest summer meal site at familiar places like parks, pools, libraries and rec centers. Parents, grandparents and caregivers can simply text “FOOD” or “COMIDA” to 304-304 to find free summer meals in their community.

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