Sankofa Freedom Fest is coming in HOT.

Friday night, June 19, PCUL opens the Sankofa Freedom Conference with the Southern Soul Trail Ride Line Dancing + Sip. Savor. Vibe Experience featuring DJ Cleve @djcleve and the TNT Steppaz @tntsteppaz

They are bringing the Southern Soul Carolina step energy, and we need the community ready to move when they show out.

We’re warming up the dance floor early with FREE weekly line dancing lessons leading up to Freedom Fest.
Come learn the moves, bring your people and get ready for a grown folks trail ride vibe.

📍TONIGHT June 3 6-7:30 PM at PCUL Headquarters

📍June 10 6-7:30 PM with full Wellness Wednesday programming @ Enoch Davis & ARTZ 4 Life

📍June 17 6-7:30 PM at Enoch Davis Center



#pcul #southernsoul #linedancing #stpeteevents #juneteenth

The Clearwater Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the St. Petersburg Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. present the Krimson & Cream Masquerade on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Banquet Masters in Clearwater.

This upscale evening will bring guests together for elegance, mystery and purpose, with all proceeds benefiting scholarships and community programs.

Guests are encouraged to wear upscale evening attire, with masquerade masks encouraged.

Saturday, June 6, 2026
6 to 10 p.m.
Banquet Masters
13355 49th Street N
Clearwater, FL 33762

Tickets
$65

Attire
Upscale evening attire
Masquerade mask encouraged

All proceeds benefit scholarships and community programs.

Purchase tickets at zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/krimson-and-cream-masquerade-2.

Join the community for a Juneteenth Freedom Day celebration on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Enoch D. Davis Center.

This free community event will bring residents together for a celebration of freedom, culture and community. The event is also seeking interested vendors and performers, including singers, dancers and spoken word artists.

Come out, connect with the community and help celebrate the meaning and legacy of Juneteenth.

Free event

Sponsored by Midtown Celebrity Club, Inc.

For more information, scan the QR code on the flyer.

The Pinellas County Urban League, in partnership with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, the St. Petersburg Police Department and the Office of the Attorney General, invites the community to attend a Youth Crime Prevention and Intervention Program community forum focused on kids, guns and mental health.

This open conversation will give residents an opportunity to hear from a mental health expert and law enforcement, ask questions and discuss the emotional and mental health impacts of gun-related issues in schools and across the community.

The forum is designed to bring community members together for meaningful dialogue, education and connection around issues affecting young people and families.

Panelists

Dr. Kimere Corthell, Ph.D.
Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office
St. Petersburg Police Department

Community members are encouraged to attend, participate in the conversation and be part of the work to support safer, healthier communities for our youth.

Green Book of Tampa Bay and The Studio@620 present Blooming in Black, the 6th Annual Art Opening Exhibit, on Saturday, May 30, from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Studio@620.

This opening reception will celebrate Black artistry, culture and creative expression through an evening centered on visual art, community and connection. Guests are invited to experience the exhibit, meet fellow art lovers and support a showcase that continues to uplift Black artists and their work in Tampa Bay.

Saturday, May 30
6 to 9 p.m.
The Studio@620

Presented by Green Book of Tampa Bay and The Studio@620.

Join us for the “Brother, Are You Good?” Pre-Father’s Day Bowling Event on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sunrise Bowling Alley, 6393 9th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33702. This free event for men, fathers, and father figures will bring the community together for an afternoon of bowling, brotherhood, food, prizes, and connection. Come roll with us and enjoy a great time. For more information, contact MCH at 727-767-6780. Link Registration: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EA9A72BA7FAC52-63319289-prefathers

Join Community Our Power and partners for Fuel the Vote on Friday, May 22, 2026, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Cross and Anvil in St. Petersburg.

This free community event is centered on voter engagement, food access and bringing neighbors together around the power of their voice. Guests can enjoy free gumbo, peanuts, Drippy Scoops and fresh groceries while connecting with community partners and resources.

With the theme Your Voice, Your Power, Your Plate, Fuel the Vote is designed to remind residents that civic engagement starts in the community and that every voice matters.

Join Black Voters Matter, Rumph Love, The Tampa Bay Breakfast Club and The Deuces Live for Freedom on the Deuces, a Florida Emancipation Day Community Breakfast on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Deuces Corner Park in St. Petersburg.

This free community gathering will honor Florida Emancipation Day and the day freedom was proclaimed in Florida on May 20, 1865. Residents, community leaders, advocates and neighbors are invited to come together for a morning of remembrance, conversation, culture and civic engagement.

The event will include a live radio broadcast by The Tampa Bay Breakfast Club, community conversations, civic and community outreach, and free chicken and waffles for the first 120 guests.

Wednesday, May 20, 2026
7:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Deuces Corner Park
2184 9th Ave S
St. Petersburg, FL

Event features

Live radio broadcast by The Tampa Bay Breakfast Club
Community conversations and engagement
Free chicken and waffles for the first 120 guests
Civic and community outreach
Free and open to the community

Come gather as we reflect on shared history, honor Florida Emancipation Day and continue the work of building a stronger, informed community.

Make Money Mondays Returns Monday, May 18

Join Pinellas County Urban League for Make Money Mondays on Monday, May 18 at 6 p.m. for another evening centered on financial empowerment, practical tools, and meaningful conversation.

This virtual lecture series is designed to connect entrepreneurs, professionals, and community members with information that can support stronger financial decision making, business growth, and long term wealth building.

Tune in with us this Monday at 6 p.m. and be part of the conversation as we continue creating space for learning, connection, and generational wealth in our community.

The session can be streamed on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Register here
Make Money Mondays Registration

Event Details
Date Monday, May 18
Time 6 p.m.
Where to Watch Facebook and LinkedIn

The Urban Seniors Jobs Program Multi County Workforce Recruitment Drive is creating space for adults ages 55 and older to connect with job training, employment support, and opportunities that can help move them forward.

This hybrid event is meant to make access easier across multiple counties while giving participants a chance to learn more about USJP, hear from leadership and community partners, explore available resources, and meet with staff for pre screenings and possible same day enrollment. Join us from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on April 22, May 6, May 18, May 27, and June 3. Pasco County will serve as the live host site, with additional participation available through CareerSource Hernando, CareerSource Lake Sumter in Leesburg, CareerSource Marion in Ocala, and CareerSource Seminole in Sanford.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/yck9k282

Join the National Urban League for the next session in the Health Equity Webinar Series, Women’s Health Across the Lifespan, on Thursday, May 14, 2026, from 1 to 2 p.m. EDT.

Women’s health changes throughout every stage of life, from adolescence and reproductive years to menopause and beyond. This webinar will bring together health leaders for a conversation on key transition points, common health concerns and the ways lived experiences are shaped by broader systems.

The discussion will also explore how communities can better support women’s well-being, improve access to care and promote stronger health outcomes.

Topics include

The key stages of women’s health across the lifespan
Common concerns and experiences at each stage
Factors that influence women’s health outcomes and access to care
Ways to promote women’s health in our communities

Featured speakers

Lydia Isaac, PhD, MSc
VP, Health Equity and Policy
National Urban League

Jaime Slaughter-Acey, PhD, MPH
Associate Professor
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Nadia Monique Johnson, PhD
Founder and CEO
Black Women’s Mental Health Institute

Ifeoma C. Udoh, PhD
EVP of Policy and Research
Black Women’s Health Imperative

Registration & Webinar link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2ScQnOZQQMSLihE-WAKWFw#/registration

The Pinellas County Urban League’s Youth Crime Prevention and Intervention Program invites the community to a Community Wide Ask An Officer Event focused on knowing your rights, understanding important do’s and don’ts, and creating space for open conversation with local law enforcement.

This forum will bring together community members, the St. Petersburg Police Department, the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office and the Office of the Attorney General for a question-and-answer session centered on community concerns, youth safety, trust, accountability and meaningful dialogue.

The conversation will be facilitated by Sergeant Julian Battiest.

Wednesday, May 6
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Enoch Davis Center
1111 18th Ave. S.
St. Petersburg, FL 33705

The Urban Seniors Jobs Program Multi County Workforce Recruitment Drive is creating space for adults ages 55 and older to connect with job training, employment support, and opportunities that can help move them forward.

This hybrid event is meant to make access easier across multiple counties while giving participants a chance to learn more about USJP, hear from leadership and community partners, explore available resources, and meet with staff for pre screenings and possible same day enrollment. Join us from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on April 22, May 6, May 18, May 27, and June 3. Pasco County will serve as the live host site, with additional participation available through CareerSource Hernando, CareerSource Lake Sumter in Leesburg, CareerSource Marion in Ocala, and CareerSource Seminole in Sanford.

Register here:https://tinyurl.com/yck9k282

This Monday, 5/4, we’re back with Make Money Mondays 6pm-7pm

Missed the conversation with Shannon Ligon? Here’s your chance to catch the gems on multiple streams of income and how to scale your business. We’re talking real strategies for growing your revenue, strengthening your business model, and moving with intention as you build.

Shannon’s session speaks directly to entrepreneurs, small business owners, and anyone ready to think bigger about what growth can look like. The conversation centers on building multiple streams of income, creating smarter ways to bring in revenue, and understanding how to scale your business in a way that is sustainable and aligned with your goals. It is the kind of information that can help people think more clearly about their next move and how to build with purpose.

Tap in with like minded community members, grow your thinking, and be part of a conversation rooted in financial empowerment and long term success.

Join us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Join the Pinellas Diaspora Arts Project for the 4th Tampa Bay Chalk Festival on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on 22nd Street between 7th Ave S and 9th Ave S in St. Petersburg (The Deuces).

This year’s festival will bring the community together to create beautiful sidewalk art under the theme “Our Watery Futures.” Guests can enjoy live chalk art, family-friendly activities, community connection and local creativity throughout the day.

The festival will also include the first Water Consciousness Community Gathering from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at WADA ArtsXchange, located at 515 22nd St. S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712.

Come out, bring the family and take part in a day of art, water awareness and community celebration.

Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026

Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location

22nd Street between 7th Ave S and 9th Ave S

St. Petersburg, FL 33712

Additional Program

Water Consciousness Community Gathering

12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

WADA ArtsXchange

515 22nd St. S

St. Petersburg, FL 33712

Website

www.tbchalkfest.com

Join us for the next session in our Health Equity Webinar Series on Monday, April 27, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Eastern. This virtual conversation will feature former Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure and will be moderated by Lydia Isaac of the National Urban League. The discussion will explore how health insurance coverage shapes access to care, the impact of ongoing changes to Medicaid and Medicare, and practical strategies for building a more equitable system. For more information and to register, visit the webinar link https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_H-WhIPfJSxq6SBSjsgyYww

PCUL Parent University Pop-In and Youth Program Night brings families together each month for an evening of learning, support, and connection at the Pinellas County Urban League. Designed to serve both parents and youth, this recurring event offers practical tools, helpful resources, and program information that encourage growth, preparation, and long-term success for the whole family.

Parents will hear from PCUL CEO Nikki Gaskin-Capehart, learn about the National Urban League Virtual Financial Empowerment App, receive information on recovery assistance and voter registration, and take part in workshops created to strengthen and support families. Youth will have the opportunity to explore Project Ready, learn more about the S.T.E.P. Program, and connect with additional opportunities centered on leadership, training, and empowerment.

This month’s featured guest speaker is Leo Passley, Black pilot and aviation professional, who will share his personal journey, offer insight into careers in aviation, and encourage youth to consider the possibilities available in the field. Food will be provided.

Event Information
Third Tuesday of each month
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Pinellas County Urban League
333 31st St. N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33713

RSVP today. https://form.jotform.com/260914204205143

The Pinellas County Urban League, in partnership with Tampa Vocational Institute and the Corporation to Develop Communities of Tampa, Inc., invites participants to enroll in the Intro to Green Construction Academy, a free 93-hour workforce training program designed to prepare individuals for entry-level careers in construction and related industries.

Beginning April 6, 2026, this four-week program will provide hands-on training with industry tools, job-site procedures, construction safety practices, blueprint reading, materials handling, and employability skills. Participants who complete the program will receive a $500 stipend along with the following certifications: NCCER Core Construction Certification, OSHA 10 Certification, Forklift Certification, and CPR/Basic Life Support Certification.

This training is a strong opportunity for individuals interested in building practical skills and taking the first step toward a sustainable career in construction.

Sign up now: https://form.jotform.com/260356669182061

Contact

The Anchors Division

727-327-2081

careers@PCUL.org

The Health Equity Webinar Series will present Disability Justice and Health Equity on Monday, March 30, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. EDT. This virtual session will explore how disability is shaped by social systems and how barriers in healthcare, education, economic opportunity, and the built environment continue to affect access and outcomes for many communities. The webinar will also examine the connection between disability justice, health equity, and racial justice, while highlighting the importance of inclusion and equitable access. Speakers include Lydia Isaac, PhD, MSc, Sami Schalk, PhD, MFA, and Patrick Cokley.

Join the St. Petersburg Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation Center for a Community Healing Conversation on Thursday, March 26, 2026, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the President Barack Obama Main Library. This evening will create space for honest dialogue, reflection, and connection as community members come together to share personal experiences and explore our shared humanity. Centered on the theme “Growing Community,” the conversation will focus on changing neighborhoods, historic displacement, and overall well-being. Light refreshments will be provided, and trained facilitators will help guide a safe and thoughtful discussion.