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EPISODE 18 OF THE SBRBNLA SHOW

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SBRBN APPROVED SPOT OF THE WEEK: SIP&SONDER

Nestled in the heart of Inglewood, Sip & Sonder is more than just a coffee shop—it’s a vibrant Black women-owned hub where community, culture, and creativity collide. Founded in 2017 by Amanda-Jane Thomas and Shanita Nicholas, this roastery and café offers mindfully curated coffee and pastries, fostering a space for connection and inspiration. With additional locations at The Music Center and Downtown Disneyland’s Parkside Market, Sip & Sonder brings its signature lattes and Caribbean-inspired bites to a wider audience. Stop by for a matcha latte or a warm vibe that feels like home.

INTO THE WEEKEND

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Art + Community

Tuesday 7/15

1. FilmGood: “Operation Aunties” Screening & Q&A Talkback at The WalkGood Yard in Mid-City 

2. Too Funny Tuesdays at The Upstairs in DTLA 

3. Da Poetry Lounge: Slam Night at Greenway Court Theatre in Fairfax District 

Wednesday 7/16

1. Donuts & Doulas at Sip & Sonder in Inglewood 

2. Behind the Page: “California Soul” Author Conversation with Keith Corbin at Lore Bookstore in Leimert Park 

Thursday 7/17

1. “My Train Leaves At Three” Book Launch & Conversation at Reparations Club in West Adams

2. Pardon My Poetry: Spoken Word & Black Culture Trivia Night at Legacy Lounge in Mid-City 

Friday 7/18

1. Crowns & Hops: I Fck with Crowns Fridays at Creature Comforts in DTLA 

2. Dena Summer Nights in Pasadena

3. Sunset Sessions Co-Ed Healing Space at Norman O. Houston Park in Baldwin Hills 

4. Patria at Night Open Mic at Patria Coffee in Compton

Saturday 7/19

1. 7/19-7/20: Bill Pickett Rodeo at Industry Hills Expo Center in City of Industry

   1. Tickets are sold out on the official BPR website, but resale tickets are available via StubHub!

2. 3rd Annual Afro-Latino Culture Fest at La Plaza del Cultura y Artes in DTLA 

3. Fatties at the Beach at Dockweiler Beach in Playa Del Rey 

4. Black Girls Shoot Too: The Art of Editing Workshop at The Photo Lab in Leimert Park 

5. Tipsē: Social Tennis Club Launch in Beverly Hills (location on RSVP) 

6. Black LA Food Tour: Crenshaw Crawl at All Chill Ice Cream in Leimert Park

7. Black Boy Writes Media x SuperSpecial: 2nd Just Write for the Summer (location on RSVP) 

8. South LA Wine Club: 3rd Annual Wine Faire in South Central (location on RSVP) 

Sunday 7/20

1. The Playground: Adult Field Day at Kenneth Hahn Park in Baldwin Hills

2. LoveTennis LA: Tennis + Flow in Marina del Rey 

3. Crowns & Hops: Not Your Dad’s Beer at Creature Comforts in DTLA 

4. Rolling with Dads: Dads’ Stroller Running Club at LA State Historic Park in Chinatown 

5. Black Women Who Write Workshop at Radical Hood Library in Jefferson Park 

6. Sum At Six: Hot Girl Self-Defense Class (location at RSVP) 

7. Black Girls Love Vinyl Mixer at The WalkGood Yard in Mid-City 

8. Reparations & Relaxation at Center of Mental & Spiritual Wellness in Compton 

Monday 7/21

1. Cuties LA: Let’s Werk Queer Coworking at Here Clubhouse in Koreatown 

2. Karaoke Night at CreatorSpace LA in Santa Monica

Live Music

Wednesday 7/16

1. LA Open Open Mic Night at The Club Lagos in DTLA 

Thursday 7/17

1. Summer Sneakers Jam at The Sol Venue in Carson 

Friday 7/18

1. Bill Pickett Rodeo: Soul Country Music Star Competition at Industry Hills Expo Center in City of Industry 

2. Suppa Club: Office Hours ft. The Don Brown Collective at offTOP Design in South Central 

3. Hydra’s House in DTLA 

Saturday 7/19

1. The Warmest Winter Ever ft. James Fauntleroy (location on RSVP) 

2. Zap Sessions at Hotel Ziggy in WeHo 

Sunday 7/20

1. SiR ft. Leon Thomas at Hollywood Bowl 

2. Jazz Sunday: Hannah Abrahim & Kevin Kanner Jazz at The Mint in Pico-Robertson

Parties

Wednesday 7/16

1. Primary Wednesdays at Florentin Rooftop in DTLA 

2. 9PM Sharp at Apt 503 in Koreatown 

3. Brown Sugar Global at Continental Club in DTLA 

Thursday 7/17

1. Black Bass Collective: Guestlist at the Blind Barber Highland Park

2. Afro&B at Florentin Rooftop in DTLA 

Friday 7/18

1. Chocolate House at Neuehouse in Hollywood 

2. Taylah Elaine 360 at Exchange LA in DTLA 

3. G1RLS GONE W1LD Afters at Moneycat in DTLA 

Saturday 7/19

1. Club 1BD at NeueHouse in Hollywood

2. LA Function x BAY2LA at Academy LA in Hollywood 

3. Heat Check: Under the Bridge Festival in DTLA 

4. Baile World 3rd Anniversary Party at 9ThirtyLA in Downtown Arts District 

5. Baile World Afters at Godspeed Labas in Hollywood 

6. VIM Afrobeats Party at The Club Lagos in DTLA 

7. Sneaky Link R&B Hip-Hop Party at The Club Lagos in DTLA

Sunday 7/20

1. TheyHouse at Little Joy in Echo Park 

2. G1RLS GONE W1LD Sunday Funday at Harriet’s in WeHo 

3. The Link Up 4th Anniversary Day Party at W Hollywood

4. The Social Collective: Sunday Funday at Basecamp in Hollywood 

Art + Community

Friday 7/18

1. “Sir Lewis" Book Event & Conversation ft. Mara Brock Akil at Reparations Club in West Adams 

2. Healing with Rhythm: Line & Wine Dance Class at Empowered Nutrition in Gardena 

3. Make Art About It: Communal Crafting in Resistance at Little Pot in Jefferson Park 

Saturday 7/19

1. 7/19-7/20: The Surge Shop: Bloom Where You Play at Be Nice Have Fun in Highland Park

2. Surveying Noah: An Art Exhibition Tour by Hood Century at Hammer Museum in Westwood 

3. With Creators: Walking with Compton Girls Club (location on RSVP)

4. Sister Love: A Love Letter Writing Kickback at The Hamilton Library in East Hollywood 

5. Step & Vibez Country Line Dancing Class in Inglewood 

6. Sketch x LA: Drawn to the Flame Bonfire Party at Dockweiler Beach in Playa Del Rey

7. Ladies Love Comedy at The Gathering Spot in West Adams 

Sunday 7/20

1. R&B Yoga: Afrobeat Rooftop Pilates at The Park in Santa Monica 

2. Counter Culture: Bring Your Own Vibes On the Sea at the Marina Slip in San Pedro 

3. WalkGood LA: Beach Yoga & Coastal Cleanup at Venice Beach Pier 

Parties

Friday 7/18

1. Love Baila at Noor in Downtown Arts District 

2. Beats Per Moment: Black Dance Celebration at The Room in Hollywood 

3. Midnight Club at Paper Tiger Bar in Koreatown

Saturday 7/19

1. Show Me Love at Peppermint Club in WeHo

2. Peaches & Cream R&B & Hip-Hop Throwback Party at Catch One in Mid-City 

3. Jollof N Chill 7th Anniversary Afrobeats Party at Harlowe in WeHo 

Sunday 7/20

1. Sunset Sundayz Day Party at Club Bahia in Echo Park 

2. Sunkiss Day Party at Jungle in Hollywood 

3. AfriCali Soiree at Melrose House in East Hollywood 

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