May 11 — Black Top Classics, old-school soul and rhythm and blues, accompanied by recess-like games (such as four square, double Dutch, hula hoop and hopscotch), noon-1 p.m., Patio, Memorial Union; Black Faculty and Staff Luncheon, honoring their dedication and determination, noon-1:30 p.m., MU II; It Takes a Village to Raise a Child, discussing issues and exploring ideas to help strengthen and produce healthy families, 7-9 p.m., MU II.

May 12 — Redefining Soul Food: The Politics and Pleasures of Food and Eating in Black Communities, with eco-chef and food activist Bryant Terry (author of Vegan Soul Kitchen), and more generally about the politics of food production and consumption in the United States, noon-1:30 p.m., Sensory Theatre, Robert Mondavi Institute for Wine and Food Science; History of Stepping, about the importance, originality and culture of stepping as an art form, 7-9 p.m., MU II.

May 13 — Safe Zone: Redefining the Black Queer Community, noon-1:30 p.m., Smith Room, MU; The Meanings of Obama, panel, exploring some of the historical, social, political and cultural meanings of Barack Obama as the first African American president of the United States, 7 p.m., MU II. The Obama panel: Professors Nicki King, Lisa Materson, Halifu Osumare and Pat Turner. Followed by a question-and-answer session, and a reception.

May 14 — Excellence Without Compromise: Upholding Godly Standards, 7-9 p.m., 147 Olson Hall.

May 15 — Ebony Ball: “A Red Carpet Affair,” 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Pagoda Building, 429 J St., Sacramento. $25 in advance, $28 at the door.

May 16 — African American-African Alumni and Current Students Commemorate the UC Davis Black Experience, with panels, guest speakers, refreshments and historical video, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., MU II; Black Family Day, with entertainment, health fair, children’s fair, vendors, food, arts and crafts, and educational outreach, noon-6 p.m., Quad; Wine and Jazz Social (21 and older; no children please), 4-6 p.m., Griffin Lounge, MU.

OTHER EVENTS

Soul at the Gunrock Pub — Delectable Edibles from the Diaspora, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. May 11-15. Dining charges apply.

UC Davis Gospel Choir — Alumni Reunion Concert, 7 p.m. May 16, Freeborn Hall. $6 students and children, $12 adults.

Black Campus Ministries Conference — GOD: The Defining Factor, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 17, Buehler Alumni and Visitors Center. $10 students, $15 general public.

All events are open to the public, and all are free unless otherwise noted.

More information: spac.ucdavis.edu/programs/bfw