"The understanding of a culture comes from hearing the language, tasting the food, seeing personal interactions, experiencing the traditions, and so much more in context."
— Elizabeth Laval & Candice Pendergrass, Sikh Youth Public History Project
"The understanding of a culture comes from hearing the language, tasting the food, seeing personal interactions, experiencing the traditions, and so much more when it is in context."
— Elizabeth Laval & Candice Pendergrass, Sikh Youth Public History Project
FRESNO—Learn how to engage in flor y canto, a poetic practice from Mesoamerican Indigenous cultures. This practice will foster positive identity development through writing. This program is for all ages and will be bilingual. Where: Betty Rodriguez Regional Library, 3040 N Cedar Ave, Fresno, CA 93703 When: Monday February 10, 2025, 6:00PM-7:00PM For details, see: […]
RANCHO CUCAMONGA - From Picasso's Guernica to Riot Grrrl bands in the 1990s, art & zines have a long history of connecting with current events & expressing outrage. In this interactive workshop, you will learn the activist's alphabet & make a zine or poster to share your activism. Facilitated by Neil Watkins, faculty tri-chair, Undocumented […]
RANCHO CUCAMONGA—Please join one or all in a series of zine-related art workshops presented in concert with The Arts Area. Local artists will lead these hands on workshop. No experience necessary, all supplies provided. Space is limited. Drawing for Zine-making Wednesday, February 19, 1230-2pm Cyanotype for Zine-making Wednesday, April 30, 1230-2pm Zine-Making Session Wednesday, May […]
A portion of the proceeds will go towards It's Bigger Than Us (IBTU) to help with fire relief. The critically acclaimed "Drunk Black History" show has finally made its way out West! Comedian Brandon Collins (New York Comedy Festival) and special guest co-host Rell Battle ("Killing It" on Peacock) host this event where you'll hear from comedians, writers, and experts who […]
Shaping the Future and Leading the Conversation on AI Ethics California Humanities proudly invites you to the kickoff celebration of our 50th Anniversary on Friday, February 28, 2025, at the historic City Club of San Francisco. This milestone event brings together humanities, technology, and public service leaders for a thought-provoking conversation on society’s quest for […]
RANCHO CUCAMONGA—Join local artists and distributors at ZOMICS! Meet and greet more than 20 artists from the region, read/buy their zines and comics, and support local artists! Enjoy light refreshments and music, live screen-printing, button- and zine-making. Free and open to the public. Where: Chaffey College, Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art, 5885 Haven Avenue, Rancho […]
FRESNO— Strength in Stilness | Fuerza en la Quietud Join us for an all levels welcome yoga session. This yoga series will focus on mindfulness to help ease stress, depression, and anxiety. This program will be bilingual. Please come dressed in appropriate clothing that allow for movement. Where: Betty Rodriguez Regional Library, 3040 N Cedar Ave […]
Middletown, CA The public is invited to Harlem Voices, by composer and cellist Clovice A Lewis Jr., a compelling musical performance about love and resilience in the face of systemic racism and white supremacy. This performance features three vocalists and chorus, with piano, and string quartet. The Art Center will transform into the Black Jay […]
FRESNO—Join the Betty Roderiguez Regional Library as they chat about this month's chapters of Efrén Divided. Bring your book and your discussion guide as we talk, share ideas, and complete a fun activity. Don't have the book yet? Don't worry! Books are available for free at the Betty Rodriguez Regional Library while supplies last! Where: […]