"Part of resilience is finding joy, finding beauty, finding love."
— George Takei, Actor, Author, Director, Activist
"Part of resilience is finding joy, finding beauty, finding love."
— George Takei, Actor, Author, Director, Activist
New Series on the Criterion Channel Now Streaming: HOLLYWOOD CHINESE, a 25-film critical study of how the Chinese have been imagined in American films, centering on Arthur Dong's landmark documentary and book that span cinema's first hundred years to confront stereotypes and spotlight the indelible contributions of trailblazing talents Featuring a new introduction by filmmaker […]
It Really Is a River Documenting an iconic urban waterway July 21, 2022–January 22, 2023 Central Library – History & Genealogy Department, Lower Level 4 Exhibit Curated by Tilly Hinton and Char Miller Encounters with the Los Angeles River have a way of intriguing, educating, and inspiring locals and visitors alike. It’s an almost otherworldly place, […]
Film still from Nothing But A Man, directed by Michael Roemer. LOS ANGELES, CA—The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures announced today details of its upcoming film programs including the first film series organized to accompany the landmark exhibition Regeneration: Black Cinema 1898–1971 on view August 21, 2022–April 9, 2023. These programs offer a survey of […]
UKIAH—“Gathering Time: Pomo Art During the Pandemic,” a groundbreaking new exhibit of works by contemporary Pomo artists made during the COVID-19 pandemic, opened at Grace Hudson Museum on Sept. 2 and will run through Jan. 15, 2023. “Gathering Time” features the artwork of 15 different contemporary Pomo artists, representing 10 Pomo tribal groups that span […]
SANTA ROSA—Author Talk and Writing Workshop with Reyna Grande on writing your stories. An immigrant herself, Reyna Grande is the author of the memoirs “The Distance Between Us” and “A Dream Called Home,” and the novels “Across a Hundred Mountains,” “Dancing With Butterflies” and “A Ballad of Love and Glory.” September 3—1:30 p.m. to 4:30 […]
WEBINAR—California Humanities invites you to attend a free informational session about funding opportunities for humanities programming in California. Join us Wednesday, September 7 at 10:00 am PT on Zoom; to attend, register here. Program staff will give an overview of our current grant programs: Humanities For All Grants (Quick Grants and Project Grants), California Documentary Project grants and […]
Escondido Public Library kicks off Around the World in Many Ways, a series of family-friendly programs celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Saturday, September 8th 5-7 p.m. The series begins with a Mid-Autumn Festival on September 8th from 5-7pm. Local author Dr. Virginia Loh-Hagan will share stories and invite participants to learn about […]
Sonoma Public Library is pleased to share Arrivals and Departures a series a series of public programs culminating in an anthology featuring stories of immigrants throughout Sonoma County. Did you know that 16.6% of Sonoma County residents were born in another country—according to the U.S. Census Bureau? The Sonoma County Library is highlighting immigration stories and experiences. […]
Agri-CULTURED Poetry Reading : Food & Memory | August 18 6:00-7:30 p.m. PT Join us at the Petaluma Arts Center on August 18th for an evening of poetry. Winners of our poetry competition, juried by new Sonoma County Poet Laureate Elizabeth Heron, will read their work in the galleries against the backdrop of the Agri-CULTURED […]
Come celebrate local LGBTQ2+ voices and histories of Fresno. Throughout the fall, Qistory will be hosting a series of public talks on local LGBTQ2+ history and community activism. These talks will be led by local researchers, activists, and community members. These talks are free and open to the public. The talks will be held at […]
HOME GARDENS LIBRARY—Over this 3-day photography workshop led by professional photographer Steffanie Padilla of UCR ARTS, participants will learn the basics of using camera as a way to find their unique visual voice. This workshop will use the book Photographic: The life of Graciela Iturbide by Isabel Quintero as inspiration. Through creative photo experimentations, demonstrations, […]
Image: Still from the CDP supported documentary FANNY: THE RIGHT TO ROCK. WEBINAR—Join California Humanities staff on September 15 from 10:00-11:00 am PT for an informational session on how to apply to the November 1, 2022 deadline of the California Documentary Project. Learn how to make your application stand out, become familiar with the application […]
Join Cambria Library for a screening of A New Community: Stories that Connect Us Saturday, September 17th @ 2 p.m. In 2019, the public library worked together with the community to make a bilingual film to celebrate our stories. We are excited to share this project with all of you. Bring the family for a short film screening, tamales, cake, and […]
Learn the basics of Italian punto in aria, stitches in the air, and one of the earliest styles of needlelace.
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Lullaby collection: Recordings will take place from September 19, 2022 - November 28, 2022 The goals of this program are to document Afghan refugees’ heritage to preserve their songs and stories as the refugees assimilate […]
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Image: Samia Karimi artist, educator and presenter at November 5 program. Events in this program series: Lullaby collection: Recordings will take place from September 19, 2022 - November 28, 2022 The goals of this […]
WEBINAR—California Humanities invites you to attend a free informational session about funding opportunities for humanities programming in California. On Monday, September 19 program staff will give an overview of the Humanities For All Quick Grants program, which supports small-scale humanities projects in every part of California. Join us Monday, September 19 at 11:00 am - 12:15 […]
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Lullaby collection: Recordings will take place from September 19, 2022 - November 28, 2022 The goals of this program are to document Afghan refugees’ heritage to preserve their songs and stories as the refugees assimilate […]
HOME GARDENS LIBRARY—Over this 3-day photography workshop led by professional photographer Steffanie Padilla of UCR ARTS, participants will learn the basics of using camera as a way to find their unique visual voice. This workshop will use the book Photographic: The life of Graciela Iturbide by Isabel Quintero as inspiration. Through creative photo experimentations, demonstrations, […]
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Lullaby collection: Recordings will take place from September 19, 2022 - November 28, 2022 The goals of this program are to document Afghan refugees’ heritage to preserve their songs and stories as the refugees assimilate […]
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Lullaby collection: Recordings will take place from September 19, 2022 - November 28, 2022 The goals of this program are to document Afghan refugees’ heritage to preserve their songs and stories as the refugees assimilate […]
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Lullaby collection: Recordings will take place from September 19, 2022 - November 28, 2022 The goals of this program are to document Afghan refugees’ heritage to preserve their songs and stories as the refugees assimilate […]
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Lullaby collection: Recordings will take place from September 19, 2022 - November 28, 2022 The goals of this program are to document Afghan refugees’ heritage to preserve their songs and stories as the refugees assimilate […]
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Lullaby collection: Recordings will take place from September 19, 2022 - November 28, 2022 The goals of this program are to document Afghan refugees’ heritage to preserve their songs and stories as the refugees assimilate […]
Santa Clarita Public Library presents Connecting through Art, Nature, Healing and Story, a series of family-friendly programs celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. September 25, 1:00-2:30 pm: Reflection Retreat, for All Ages Library staff hosts a bilingual Spanish/English Reflection Retreat in partnership with the City Parks Department featuring self-care experiences including grounding exercises, […]
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Lullaby collection: Recordings will take place from September 19, 2022 - November 28, 2022 The goals of this program are to document Afghan refugees’ heritage to preserve their songs and stories as the refugees assimilate […]
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Lullaby collection: Recordings will take place from September 19, 2022 - November 28, 2022 The goals of this program are to document Afghan refugees’ heritage to preserve their songs and stories as the refugees assimilate […]
HOME GARDENS LIBRARY—Over this 3-day photography workshop led by professional photographer Steffanie Padilla of UCR ARTS, participants will learn the basics of using camera as a way to find their unique visual voice. This workshop will use the book Photographic: The life of Graciela Iturbide by Isabel Quintero as inspiration. Through creative photo experimentations, demonstrations, […]
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Lullaby collection: Recordings will take place from September 19, 2022 - November 28, 2022 The goals of this program are to document Afghan refugees’ heritage to preserve their songs and stories as the refugees assimilate […]
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. International Women’s Club: Every other Wednesday, starting September 28, 2022 - November 30, 2022. A group of immigrant women will gather either physically at the Woodland Hills Branch Library or online via Zoom to support and […]
Despite rights granted by the Indian Citizenship Act of 1924, many native people remain excluded from democratic processes. We explore the barriers facing native voters and seekers of public office, including landmark legal battles, literacy laws, and voter ID requirements. What electoral issues are of concern to native communities in California today? Join speakers Christina […]
Escondido Public Library kicks off Around the World in Many Ways, a series of family-friendly programs celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Saturday, September 8th 5-7 p.m. The series begins with a Mid-Autumn Festival on September 8th from 5-7pm. Local author Dr. Virginia Loh-Hagan will share stories and invite participants to learn about […]
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Lullaby collection: Recordings will take place from September 19, 2022 - November 28, 2022 The goals of this program are to document Afghan refugees’ heritage to preserve their songs and stories as the refugees assimilate […]
Sonoma Public Library is pleased to share Arrivals and Departures a series a series of public programs culminating in an anthology featuring stories of immigrants throughout Sonoma County. Did you know that 16.6% of Sonoma County residents were born in another country—according to the U.S. Census Bureau? The Sonoma County Library is highlighting immigration stories and experiences. […]
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Lullaby collection: Recordings will take place from September 19, 2022 - November 28, 2022 The goals of this program are to document Afghan refugees’ heritage to preserve their songs and stories as the refugees assimilate […]
Woodland Public Library is pleased to announce Khānah, a Place of Belonging, a series celebrating the cultural heritage of its immigrant communities. Lullaby collection: Recordings will take place from September 19, 2022 - November 28, 2022 The goals of this program are to document Afghan refugees’ heritage to preserve their songs and stories as the refugees assimilate […]
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