The Spirit of Uganda performs during the Macy's 25th Silver Anniversaries Passport Fashion Show at Barker Hanger on Thursday. The Spirit of Uganda is a group of 22 children between the ages of eight and 18, cultural ambassadors for Uganda’s 2.5 million orphans. Resonant with melodic tones of standing drums, dramatic choreography, bright layered rhythms and gorgeous vocals, Spirit of Uganda brings the transformational power of their native song and dance to America in this spirit– and hope-filled performance for audiences of all ages.

Santa Monica Mayor Richard Bloom awards Captain Jacqueline Seabrooks with a city proclamation honoring her 24 years of service to Santa Monica during her going away party at the Viceroy Hotel on Wednesday. Captain Seabrooks will be the new police chief for the city of Inglewood.

Santa Monica Police Chief Timothy J. Jackman (center) and former SMPD Chiefs James T. Butts (left) and James F. Keane (right) honor Captain Jacqueline Seabrooks for her 24 years of service to the City of Santa Monica during her going away party at the Viceroy Hotel on Wednesday. Captain Seabrooks will be the new Police Chief for the City of Inglewood.