Divas & Drinks: Celebrating Black History Month

The San Francisco Bay Times and The Academy invite you to join us at the next Divas & Drinks on Thursday, February 9! What's better than one reason to party? Two! This month we're celebrating Black LGBTQ Women Leaders, and "Love is Love" for a pre-Valentine's Day Soirée. 

Powerhouse vocalist and actress Renée Lubin—legendary star for decades of Beach Blanket Babylon—will be our spacial guest. She will be accompanied by the amazing Dr. Dee Spencer, another local treasure. Their performance will be dedicated to women leaders in all fields, from advocacy to politics to community service and more.

Your emcee for the evening will be Donna Sachet. DJ Rockaway presented by Olivia Travel will be spinning tunes, and team Bacardí will also be in the house!

Desiring a vacation after the recent rainy weather? Celebrity Cruise's award-winning executive LaTonya Lawson will also join us as featured guest.

Sponsored by: The Academy, Bacardí, Extreme Pizza, Olivia, SF Federal Credit Union

TICKETS

$15 general admission; Academy Members FREE w/ up to 5 guests

MEMBERSHIP

The Academy is currently accepting new memberships and is particularly interested in expanding its growing community of women members. If you are interested in becoming a Member and enjoying all of the associated perks and benefits, please click here to learn more.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Beverages for purchase and limited complimentary bites will be available (house wine, beer, & well drinks complimentary for Members). Food will also be available for purchase through The Academy. Our menus can be found here.

CLUB INFORMATION (FOR MEMBERS)

The Club will be open during regular hours for Members and their guests not attending this special event. 

SAFE SPACE

The Academy is a safe space for all—in particular members of our LGBTQ+ community. We encourage you to learn more about our safe space principles & policies by clicking here.

ACCESSIBILITY

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. The event venue has an accessible entrance and restroom facilities. Please contact us if you have questions or specific requests regarding access.