What we’re about
Conscious Blacks in the DMV seeks to address the issues faced in the African-American community by promoting positive change through measures such as honoring cultural history, raising self awareness, personal development, and social justice advocacy. This group is for those (inclusive of all backgrounds) who share these ideals and want to have fun while meeting new people.
Events and activities consistent with CBDMV include:
~Activism/Social Justice Advocacy/Community Service
~Monthly Book Discussions (non-fiction)
~Lectures w/ Guest Speakers (virtual/in-person)
~Intellectual Discussion
~Film, Art, Poetry
~Cultural Events & Festivals
~Lounges/Live Music
~Themed Mixers
~Spirituality/Metaphysics
~Travel
Just to name a few! Please feel free to message or call with suggestions, start a discussion, or host your own meetup event!
CBDMV
(202) 627-0361
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Howard University's Annual Hip Hop Studies Conference: Culture, Impact, & ChangeHoward University, Washington, DC
Greetings,
Howard University will be hosting their Second Annual Hip Hop Studies Conference this weekend (Reception Mixer Friday at Eaton DC 9:00pm to 11:00pm), in collaboration with the Chadwick Boseman College of Fine Arts, the Department of Philosophy, and The Department of African American Studies--to highlight the impact of culture and music as a vehicle for positive, peaceful, genuinely unifying social change and advocacy. This conference will include panels, speakers, workshops, and open discussions with scholars, creatives, and activists. On Saturday November 16th, 2024 approximately 2:00pm to 5:00pm there will be a screening/discussion of "In the Hour of Caos: Hip Hop Art & Activism" facilitated by Chuck D of Public Enemy. Feel free to see link for full weekend agenda to include check-in times, breakfast, (events range from Friday November 15th, 2024 between 4:00pm to 11:00pm, Saturday 9:00am to 10:00pm, and Sunday 9:00am to 4:00pm).
For those interested in attending the event (or if you are already a ticket holder) feel free to RSVP . Also, do not hesitate to reach out if you are interested attending/co-facilitating/collaborating on free local advocacy, discussion based (e.g., Roger Porter's ABT monthly virtual/in-person Book Discussions--next meeting December 27th, 2024; feel free to see his group post), community service projects in the DMV area, thank you.
Link to Register for Howard University's Hip Hop Studies Conference/Howard's Friday Hip Hop Advocacy Mixer at Eaton DC (9:00pm to 11:00pm)
2nd Annual Hip Hop Studies Conference Tickets, Fri, Nov 15, 2024 at 8:00 AM | Eventbrite ($20 for Virtual Tickets, $50 for access to entire Friday through Sunday weekend events/in-person panel discussions/mixers)
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(202) 627-0361 - Happy Hour on 11/18/24 at the Silver Branch Brewing Co.Silver Branch Brewing Company, silver spring, MD
Joins us on Monday, November 18, 2024 from 5pm-7pm for a HAPPY HOUR at Silver Branch Brewing Co in Silver Spring, MD. Come meet, network, and enjoy. Only those ages 21 and up can attend.
Happy Hour specials are from 5pm-6pm: $5.95 beer and select drinks. Entrance is free. This is a casual event. This event is produced in partnership with Television, Internet, and Video Association of DC (TIVA).
Use the QR codes at table to order food and drinks, and be prepared to mingle. Check out the Silver Branch Brewing Company's menu at
https://www.silverbranchbrewing.com/lagerhaus-biergarten/Sponsored by Brian Frankel Law Firm PLLC (https://brianfrankel.com), Creative Colony Spaces (https://www.creativecolonyspaces.com/membership/overview), and TIVA
See you there on November 18, 2024.
- Adobe Premiere Pro 101 education and networking (In-person)Creative Colony Spaces, Silver Spring , MD
Join us for Adobe Premiere Pro 101 as we review the basic interface and functions of this powerful video editing platform. This educational event is ideal for persons just getting started in video editing, wanting a refresher on video editing, and/or wanting to meet others to work on projects. There will be an hour of instruction and an hour of networking, Q&A, informal discussion with fellow members of the creative community. This event is produced in partnership with Television, Internet, and Video Association of DC (TIVA).
Admission is just $10 (plus fees). Tickets are required.
https://adobepremiere101.eventbrite.comLocated at Creative Colony in the Metropolitan Building at 8720 Georgia Ave Suite 302, Silver Spring, MD 20910. The red line Silver Spring Metro is located a short walk away, and a paid county parking garage is behind the building.
Attendees must arrive between 7pm and 7:15pm. This is a secure building. We will have staff at the front door on Georgia Avenue from 7pm to 7:15pm to welcome guests.
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This Adobe Premiere 101 event is supported by the Brian Frankel Law Firm, Creative Colony Spaces, Adobe, and TIVA
Join us on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 from 7pm-9pm. We can’t wait to see you there!
