• Celebrity
    • Daniel Kaluuya Digital Cover
    • Digital Cover Method Man
    • Digital Cover Zazie
    • Celebrity News
    • ‘Yes, Girl!’ Podcast
    • Entertainment
    • Black Celeb Couples
    • Celebrity Moms
    • Red Carpet
    • If Not For My Girls
  • Fashion
    • ESSENCE Fashion House 2022
    • Fashion News
    • Street Style
    • Accessories
    • Fashion Week
  • Beauty
    • Black Beauty Awards 2022
    • ESSENCE Hair Awards 2022
    • AVEENO Skin Health Startup Accelerator
    • Beauty News
    • Skin
    • Makeup
    • Nails
    • Girls United: Beautiful Possibilities
  • Hair
    • Hair News
    • Natural
    • Relaxed
    • Transitioning
    • Weave
    • 4C
  • Love
    • Love & Sex News
    • The Solve Podcast
    • Weddings
    • Parenting
    • Relationships
  • Lifestyle
    • ESSENCE Gift Guide 2022
    • ESSENCE + smartwater Live Well Challenge
    • Build Your Legacy 2022
    • Dream & Plan with Confidence Prudential
    • AMEX Platinum Travel
    • Homecoming Season 2022
    • Lifestyle News
    • Health & Wellness
    • Black History Month
    • ESSENCE Eats
    • Money & Career
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Travel
    • Food & Drink
    • Black Travel Guide
  • News
    • Paint The Polls Black
    • Sponsors Recognition Page 2022
    • Latest News
    • Raise Your Voice
    • Culture
    • Politics
  • Video
  • Festival
    • 2023 ESSENCE Festival Of Culture
    • 2023 ESSENCE Film Festival
    • 2022 Fest Videos
  • Events
    • 2023 ESSENCE Film Festival
    • 2022 Girls United Summit
    • 2022 ESSENCE Fashion House
    • 2022 Black Women In Hollywood
    • 2022 HOLLYWOOD HOUSE
    • 2022 Homecoming Season
    • Wellness House
    • She Got Now
    • Dear Black Men
    • I Am Speaking
    • Power Tools
  • Studios
  • Girls United

WHERE BLACK WOMEN COME FIRST

Every day we're serving Black women deeply. Come get a plate of goodness! Sign up for daily content and exclusive offers you'll love!

Your email is required.
Your email is in invalid format.
Confirm email is required.
Email did not match.
By clicking Sign Up, you agree to our Terms of Use and that you have read our Privacy Policy
Skip to content
SUBSCRIBE
  • MAGAZINE
  • NEWSLETTER
  • Celebrity
    • Daniel Kaluuya Digital Cover
    • Digital Cover Method Man
    • Digital Cover Zazie
    • Celebrity News
    • ‘Yes, Girl!’ Podcast
    • Entertainment
      • Paint The Polls Black
    • Black Celeb Couples
    • Celebrity Moms
    • Red Carpet
    • If Not For My Girls
  • Fashion
    • ESSENCE Fashion House 2022
    • Fashion News
    • Street Style
    • Accessories
    • Fashion Week
  • Beauty
    • Black Beauty Awards 2022
    • ESSENCE Hair Awards 2022
    • AVEENO Skin Health Startup Accelerator
    • Beauty News
    • Skin
    • Makeup
    • Nails
    • Girls United: Beautiful Possibilities
  • Hair
    • Hair News
    • Natural
    • Relaxed
    • Transitioning
    • Weave
    • 4C
  • Love
    • Love & Sex News
    • The Solve Podcast
    • Weddings
    • Parenting
    • Relationships
  • Lifestyle
    • ESSENCE Gift Guide 2022
    • ESSENCE + smartwater Live Well Challenge
    • Build Your Legacy 2022
    • Dream & Plan with Confidence Prudential
    • AMEX Platinum Travel
    • Homecoming Season 2022
    • Lifestyle News
    • Health & Wellness
    • Black History Month
    • ESSENCE Eats
    • Money & Career
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Travel
    • Food & Drink
    • Black Travel Guide
  • News
    • Paint The Polls Black
    • Sponsors Recognition Page 2022
    • Latest News
    • Raise Your Voice
    • Culture
    • Politics
  • Video
  • Festival
    • 2023 ESSENCE Festival Of Culture
    • 2023 ESSENCE Film Festival
    • 2022 Fest Videos
  • Events
    • 2023 ESSENCE Film Festival
    • 2022 Girls United Summit
    • 2022 ESSENCE Fashion House
    • 2022 Black Women In Hollywood
    • 2022 HOLLYWOOD HOUSE
    • 2022 Homecoming Season
    • Wellness House
    • She Got Now
    • Dear Black Men
    • I Am Speaking
    • Power Tools
  • Studios
  • Girls United
Home · Celebrity

The Black Girl's Guide: 7 Things to Do, See and Hear This Week

We've got you covered on what to see, listen to and support this week. From seeing Wondaland's St. Beauty band live and catching Misty Copeland's new documentary, to cozying up with Chef Marcus Samuelsson's latest cookbook.
By Imani Brammer · Updated October 27, 2020
01
See Wondaland’s St Beauty Live

Find out more here! 

Janelle Monae’s Wondaland Records and WSTU Radio present St. Beauty at Clark Atlanta University next week. The two beauties will be performing an intimate acoustic set. If you are in the area and are a fan of Wondaland, then you’re in luck.

The Black Girl’s Guide: 7 Things to Do, See and Hear This Week
Instagram
02
Watch Misty Copeland’s ‘A Ballerina’s Tale’

Get more info here!

A Ballerina’s Tale chronicles the life of dancer Misty Copeland, from humble beginnings to the one of the most celebrated ballerinas of all time. The film will be available on iTunes and in select theaters next week.

The Black Girl’s Guide: 7 Things to Do, See and Hear This Week
Instagram
03
Attend the Eye Spy Speakeasy Jam

RSVP here! 

Eye Spy is a monthly speakeasy jam in Brooklyn where the vibes are electric and Wi-Fi is not allowed. From hip-hop to R&B, reggae and even rock, your favorite musical collaborations will be played all night.

The Black Girl’s Guide: 7 Things to Do, See and Hear This Week
Getty Images
04
Watch ‘In My Father’s House’

Get tickets here!

In My Father’s House follows musician Che “Rhymefest” Smith’s deeply emotional, and eye-opening, search for his biological father Brian Tillman after 20-plus years apart.

The Black Girl’s Guide: 7 Things to Do, See and Hear This Week
05
Read ‘The Woman Code’ by Sophia A Nelson

Buy book here! 

Our resident bookworm Patrick Henry Bass writes:

“Political commentator Sophia A. Nelson unlocks the secrets to finding your purpose. Nelson, a card-carrying supporter of sisterhood, suggests that in an interdependent world, women must work together to “build better lives” and “more meaningful professional achievements.” The book is grounded in 20 principles that will provide greater balance with family and friends and in one’s spiritual walk and romantic relationships.”

The Black Girl’s Guide: 7 Things to Do, See and Hear This Week
Getty Images
06
Read ‘Marcus Off Duty: The Recipes I Cook at Home’

Buy book here! 

Patrick Henry Bass writes:

International chef Marcus Samuelsson’s latest work is a treat for the eyes and the stomach. Mixing biography and gastronomy, the Ethiopia-born, Sweden-raised restaurateur invites us to savor special recipes that aren’t always on the menus of his world-renowned eateries.

The Black Girl’s Guide: 7 Things to Do, See and Hear This Week
07
Attend Tyrese and Rev Run’s Live Television Event

Submit info here! 

Singer Tyrese has partnered with hip-hop icon Rev Run to produce It’s Not You, It’s Men. The live show is a television event where men will explain controversial opinions about marriage, commitment, dating, and more. With celebrity interviews, unconventional opinions, real people interactions and a whole lot of honesty, this is sure to be one hilarious event. Be sure to submit your information to be apart of the live audience. The event will be aired on Oprah’s OWN Network.

The Black Girl’s Guide: 7 Things to Do, See and Hear This Week
Getty Images
COMPANY INFORMATION
  • Our Company
  • Customer Service
  • Essence Ventures
  • Change Your Address
  • Contact Us
  • Job Opportunities
  • Internships
  • Media Kit
  • tag
SUBSCRIBE
  • Newsletters
  • Give a Gift of ESSENCE
  • Magazine Tablet Edition
FOLLOW US
MORE ON ESSENCE
  • Home
  • Love
  • Celebrity
  • Beauty
  • Hair
  • Fashion
  • ESSENCE festival

ESSENCE.com is part of ESSENCE Communications, Inc.

Essence may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Offers may be subject to change without notice.

©2023 ESSENCE Communications Inc. All Rights Reserved. | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Essence.com Advertising Terms

Get The ESSENCE Newsletter and
Special Offers delivered to your inbox

By clicking Sign Up, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Get The ESSENCE Magazine
by subscribing below
subscribe now