For the Culture: Two Year Pocket Calendar/Planner (2026-2027)

For The Culture. These words celebrate the art, creativity, and vibrant expression that define Black culture, the music, the style, the resilience, and the unapologetic beauty that flows through every generation.

This beautifully designed 2026-2027 two-year pocket planner features stunning original artwork by celebrated St. Louis artist Cbabi Bayoc. The cover showcases a striking portrait of a Black woman adorned in a rich blue head wrap, her elegant profile rendered with distinctive linear shading that creates depth and dimension. Golden statement earrings grace her neck and ears, while bold red lips provide a striking contrast against her serene expression. The background explodes with a kaleidoscope of vibrant decorative patterns in pink, orange, blue, turquoise, purple, and green, creating a visual celebration of cultural richness and artistic expression.

This compact checkbook-style planner is your portable command center for staying organized while carrying a daily dose of cultural inspiration. The convenient 3.5" x 6.5" size slips effortlessly into purses, briefcases, or pockets, ensuring your schedule and your inspiration travel with you. A clear protective plastic cover shields the vibrant artwork from daily wear, scratches, and moisture, keeping your planner looking fresh throughout its two-year lifespan. Each month spans two pages, with clean grid layouts and a dedicated notes column, giving you space to capture thoughts, tasks, and moments of brilliance as they occur.

Beyond monthly planning, you'll find practical sections for personal information (including emergency contacts and medical details), an address book for important connections, pages dedicated to special dates you never want to forget, and additional note pages for capturing ideas and reminders. The planner includes comprehensive important dates for both 2026 and 2027, featuring major holidays and observances, including Juneteenth, Kwanzaa, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and other culturally significant dates.

Cbabi Bayoc is an internationally recognized visual artist and illustrator based in St. Louis, Missouri, whose bold, colorful work celebrates family, community, music, and Black culture. He created his name CBABI (Creative Black Artist Battling Ignorance), BAYOC (Blessed African Youth of Creativity) during his time at Grambling State University. Bayoc's career includes creating cover art for Prince's 2001 album "The Rainbow Children" and illustrating Ibram X. Kendi's children's book "Goodnight Racism." His most impactful project, "365 Days with Dad" (2012), featured a painting of positive Black fatherhood every day for an entire year, sparking important conversations about family, presence, and parenting. Bayoc's distinctive style combines vibrant colors, expressive faces, and powerful narratives that inspire and empower communities while celebrating the richness of Black life and culture.

Whether you're managing work commitments, personal appointments, family schedules, or creative projects, this two-year planner transforms everyday organization into a cultural celebration. The protective plastic covering ensures the beautiful artwork stays pristine through countless openings, closings, and trips in your bag, while the thoughtful layout accommodates various planning styles—from detailed scheduling to simple reminders.

This planner makes a meaningful gift for art enthusiasts, cultural advocates, students, or anyone who appreciates functional art that celebrates Black culture and creative expression. It's perfect for those who understand that staying organized isn't just about managing time—it's about honoring your commitments while celebrating the culture that shapes your identity and inspires your journey.