Cal Humanities

"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

LA MIRADA—Traditional Korean Masks

La Mirada Library 13800 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, C, United States

LA MIRADA—Learn about the history and culture of traditional Korean masks and make your own! This program will be led by a teaching artist from Barnsdall Art. Suggested for children […]

Free

SACRAMENTO—How Can California Overcome Its Voter Disillusionment?

Library Galleria—Sacramento Central Library I Street, Sacramento, CA, United States

SACRAMENTO—California’s voting system has been overhauled with mail-in ballots and same-day registration, yet turnout remains notably low. Why does our richly diverse state fail to translate into representative turnout, and […]

Free

LA MIRADA—Repujado Workshop with Miriam Quezada

La Mirada Library 13800 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, C, United States

LA MIRADA—Join us with artist Miriam Quezada as we discover the ancient Mexican folk art of tin embossing or "repujado." This special workshop will cover techniques for engraving or "pushing […]

Free

LA MIRADA—The Art of Día de los Muertos: Flower Crowns

La Mirada Library 13800 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, C, United States

LA MIRADA—Learn about the history and culture of Día de los Muertos and make your own flower crown! This program will be led by a teaching artist from Theatre of […]

Free

LA MIRADA—Songs and Stories of Día de los Muertos with Dr. Gloria Arjona

La Mirada Library 13800 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, C, United States

LA MIRADA—Celebrate the vibrant cultural tapestry and meaning of Día de los Muertos with this interdisciplinary program that combines music, visuals, and storytelling—including traditional songs in Spanish and indigenous languages. […]

Free

LA MIRADA—The Art of Día de los Muertos: Sugar Skulls

La Mirada Library 13800 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, C, United States

LA MIRADA—Learn about the history and culture of Día de los Muertos and create your own sugar skull. This program will be led by a teaching artist from Theatre of […]

Free

LA MIRADA—Classical Guitar with Juan Hernandez

La Mirada Library 13800 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, C, United States

LA MIRADA—Juan Hernandez is a classical guitarist that enthralls the public with his moving and sophisticated performances of traditional Mexican music. His program engages emotions and intellect and always leaves […]

Free
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