Christmas Extravaganza to Benefit Save Africa’s Children

A Christmas extravaganza for Save Africa’s Children will take place Dec. 11, 7 p.m., at the West Angeles Crystal Room, 3045 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles.

The gala and fundraiser is aimed toward aiding children, including orphans, in sub-Saharan Africa.

Ticket information: (323) 733-1048. Other information: Latonya Stephens, (323) 733-1048, lstephens@saveafricaschildren.org, www.saveafricaschildren.org.

Search On for the Nation’s Best Drummer

Eric Seats and Team will conduct a nationwide search and “drum offs” for the nation’s best drummer. Sam Ash Music Stores, a family-owned chain since 1924, is the official venue sponsor, and competitions will begin at their California locations starting in January.

The drum offs aim to provide a safe and yet fun forum for youth (ages 3 to 15) and young adults (16 and over) to display their drum skills and network with drum professionals and peers.

Contestants are judged by award-winning drummers and music producers, who offer constructive criticism to encourage and inspire growth.

Some winners will compete in finales at selected theme parks.

The first drum off will take place Jan. 9 at 20934 Roscoe Blvd., Canoga Park. A finale will be held at Knotts Berry Farm.

Registration fees are $25.

Drum off Information: (818) 709-5650. General information: www.nextgreatdrummer.com.

Sisters Perfecting Sisters to Present Annual Conference

The Sisters Perfecting Sisters annual conference will take place Dec. 4 to 5 at Holy Chapel Baptist Church, 1016 E. Rosecrans Ave, Compton.

The two-day event will feature several people including evangelist Valerie Higgins, Pastor Maxine Rockett-Henry, senior pastor of Sunflower Baptist Church and several others.

It will also include a worship service on Dec. 4 and morning service on Dec. 5, among other features. 

Information: (310) 364-4401, sisters_in_ministry@yahoo.com, www.sistersinministry.org.

‘Authentic’ Seminar Set for Marina del Rey

Norma Thompson Hollis Inc. will sponsor a one-day seminar Dec. 5 geared toward helping individuals find out how authentically they are living their lives.

Opportunities to network with like-minded people for personal development, in addition to learning about the professional speaking industry, will be provided.

This event will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Courtyard Marriott Hotel, 13480 Maxella Ave., Marina del Rey.

Information: (310) 822-8555, (323) 734-7144.

Black Flight Attendants of America Promote Literacy

The 35th annual “Holiday Promote Literacy” will take place Dec. 9, 11a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Denzel Washington Children’s Center of  King-Drew Medical Center in Los Angeles.

Attendees are encouraged to bring a book for children in any language. The age range for the literature is 3 to 16 years old.

Information: (888) 682-2322, bfaoa@aol.com or www.BlackFlight Attendants.com (under construction).