California Celebrates National Arts and Humanities Month 2024

This month, we’re spotlighting the impact of the arts and humanities in our civic life.
Sierra College Emerging Journalist Fellows Report on Fentanyl in Northern California

Through an in-depth reporting series, this Emerging Journalist Fellowship project helped campus and community members better understand the current housing crisis in Contra Costa County.
Library Innovation Lab 2024 Programming Events in October

More public programming on deck this month at libraries across the state.
“An Unfinished Work:” A Filipino American Perspective on America

Above: From the cover of America Is in the Heart by Carlos Bulosan. Illustration courtesy of Penguin Classics. October is Filipino American History Month, recognizing the history, culture, and contributions of Filipino […]
United We Stand Convening in Oklahoma City: Connecting Through Culture

A recap of our visit to Oklahoma City for the United We Stand convening, hosted by the NEH and Oklahoma Humanities.
California Latino Heritage Month: September 15–October 16

Logo courtesy of the California Natural Resources Agency. In September we celebrate the start of California Latino Heritage Month, which honors, remembers, and celebrates the contributions of Latinos in California. […]
Library Innovation Lab 2024 Programming Launches with Events in September

Kicking-off their public programming this month with Latino Heritage Month events and more.
The Old Globe’s Powerful Henry 6 Examines Power and Human Nature

Behind-the-scenes of The Old Globe’s powerful new adaption of Henry 6 in San Diego, running until September 15.
California Humanities and Califa Awarded $249,946 from IMLS to Enhance Library Innovation Lab Program

The grant will assist libraries across the county in welcoming new Americans and better meeting the lifelong learning needs of immigrant communities.
California Humanities Awards $52,500 to 11 Humanities for All Quick Grant Projects for Summer 2024

11 new grantees will receive $52,500 in funding through the Humanities for All Quick Grant program.