"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
Caption: Photos courtesy of Dr. Sudarsky. LOS ANGELES—Los Angeles Poverty Department (LAPD) is pleased to announce the opening of its new Skid Row History Museum & Archive exhibition, Welcome to the Covid Hotel. Welcome to the Covid Hotel reveals the exceptional innovations and successes of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals who ran LA County […]
caption: (detail) Kumasi J. Barnett, They, the Mighty #281, The Shame Vanishes!, 2022. Acrylic , marker, pen, and oil marker on comic book 9 ¾ x 6 ¼ inches. Courtesy of the Artist. RANCHO CUCAMONGA—Reading Room: Zines, Comix & Other Radical Texts presents a loud and proud exhibition that celebrates the contemporary relevance and impacts of zines and […]
EUREKA—“Chinese Pioneers” at the Clarke Historical Museum (CHM) explores visual history of Chinese Californians during the Exclusion Era and considers how the first generations of Chinese Californians were represented in mostly nineteenth-century photography before the 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act and after. This temporary exhibit, on view from September 7 to October 27, explores the social, […]
RIVERSIDE—The Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California invites the public to its newest exhibition, Homegrown Heroes. The ambitious $200,000 bilingual exhibition and oral history project interviewed 25 elders and emerging leaders, heralding the start of the Civil Rights Institute’s oral history program, a determined effort to preserve hundreds of Inland stories. Focusing on the […]
SANTA BARBARA—Acompáñanos en las galerías de exhibiciones de la Biblioteca Central para explorar una colección única de muñecas de papel maché y poemas creados por nuestra comunidad. Además, descubre la historia de las familias hispánicas de Santa Bárbara en un evento especial con la Sociedad Genealógica del Condado de Santa Bárbara Where: SANTA BARBARA PUBLIC […]
LOS ANGELES AND VIRTUAL—NewGround's first Book Club talk will be with Stephanie Saldaña, author of What We Remember Will Be Saved: A Story of Refugees and the Things They Carry. Stephanie is a writer, teacher and journalist who specializes in religious diversity in the Middle East, with a focus on refugees. We're looking forward to […]
WHITTIER - Lucha Libro Where: Whittier Public Library When: October "Lucha Libro" is a lively library series filled with exciting activities that blend the world of books and luchadores. We will highlight Lucha Libre, Mexico's vibrant wrestling spectacle, features colorful masks, flamboyant outfits, and acrobatic moves. More than a sport, it’s a theatrical performance, telling […]
CORONA—Although embroidery is found globally, it took on particular cultural significance in Russia and Ukraine. Join Russian Artist Arina Kirilina for a workshop series filled with artistic and cultural exploration, as she puts a modern twist on this centuries-old tradition Disconnect from the outside world, embrace creativity and share your stories! Where: Home Gardens Library, […]
SANTA BARBARA—¿Buscas una actividad divertida y creativa después de la escuela? Acompáñanos todos los miércoles de 2:00 a 3:00 p. m. desde el 18 de septiembre hasta el 16 de octubre en la Biblioteca Central o Eastside, donde estaremos celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana. Tendremos una actividad cultural y su respectiva historia, inspirada […]
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 ages 5-12. Attendance is limited. Where: La Mirada Library | 13800 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, CA 90638 When: October 2, 2024 | 3:30 – 4:30 pm […]
Caption: Voices on the Inside: self-portrait poetry and photography, Lisa Loftus Photography SAN DIEGO—Visit Voices on the Inside, a multimodal self-portrait poetry and photography exhibit created by incarcerated artists. It was chosen by the San Diego-Tijuana World Design Capital as a 2024 Impact Partner to unite the community with participatory design thinking strategies rooted in […]
Caption: Voices on the Inside: self-portrait poetry and photography, Lisa Loftus Photography SAN DIEGO—Join the opening reception for Voices on the Inside, a multimodal self-portrait poetry and photography exhibit created by incarcerated artists. It was chosen by the San Diego-Tijuana World Design Capital as a 2024 Impact Partner to unite the community with participatory design […]
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 what alchemy might revive it? Explore California’s practical strategies for local, state, and federal elections and uncover what works—and what doesn’t. Learn from the state’s […]
TWENTYNINE PALMS—This exhibition is an opportunity to thoughtfully explore the creative expressions of active military, veterans, and their families as they share their personal journeys and the impact of military service on their lives through art. The exhibit will showcase a range of visual art, and include both two and three-dimensional work with additional programing […]
SANTA BARBARA—Join Santa Barbara Public Library and Santa Barbara County Office of Arts & Culture at the Courthouse Sunken Garden for a special movie night! 2023 Sundance Festival favorite winner, Radical, will be shown in Spanish, with English subtitles. This film is based on the true story of Sergio Juárez Correa, a Mexican teacher who […]
KOREATOWN, LOS ANGELES—(re)Location amplifies the histories of the Lao and Korean communities, creating a sense of connection to the untold stories of their respective elder populations, and deepens understanding of the experiences of refugees and immigrants in the aftermath of war. We invite you to an exhibition that shares the stories and artifacts of migration […]
RANCHO CUCAMONGA—Join Chaffey College's drop-in workshops at the Wignall Museum. Artists Felix Quintana will share the joy of cyanotype, an experimental photography method; Rebecca Ustrell (Curious Publishing) will lead a workshop on Experimental Bookbinding; and artists Funchicken (Mark Todd and Esther Pearl Watson) will lead participants on a Garbage Zine adventure, making zines using found […]
WHITTIER—As part of Whittier Public Library's 'Lucha Libro' series, Joe Cepeda, East LA native and award-winning illustrator, has over thirty children's books, including Sumo Libre, about two neighbors who love wrestling. Joe will share about his experience as an author and illustrator and explain techniques needed to perform basic artwork for children. All ages welcome. […]
WHITTIER—Whittier's Rafael Navarro, with nearly 30 years in animation and comics, shares his luchador, detective-noir series, Sonámbulo, and illustrates live. There will be giveaways for all who attend* and a lucky handful may walk away with free art too! Tweens and up! Where: Whittier Public Library, 7344 Washington Ave. CA 90602 When: Sat October 5th […]
EL CAJON—Join the El Cajon Library for their Fall Open House to create your own story! The day includes TedEd students from Cajon Valley Union School District presenting ideas, films by Media Arts Center San Diego's Teen Producers Project, a Zine Exhibit featuring El Cajon's Newcomer Community telling their stories through zines, and a Community […]
RANCHO CUCAMONGA—Join us for a drop-in reception to celebrate Reading Room: Zines, Comix, & Other Radical Texts. Meet the artists and creatives while enjoying light refreshments and music by AbstractMachine. When: Tuesday, October 8 | 4-7 pm Where: Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art, 5885 Haven Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737 | Museum Patio This program […]
RANCHO CUCAMONGA—Join PRISM and the Wignall Museum at a screening of NO STRAIGHT LINES: THE RISE OF QUEER COMICS, a mash-up of art, comedy, and history, sure to make you laugh and think, it’s the remarkable stories of five scrappy and pioneering comic book artists who broke the doors open and made LGBTQIA+ lives visible. […]
SANTA BARBARA—¿Buscas una actividad divertida y creativa después de la escuela? Acompáñanos todos los miércoles de 2:00 a 3:00 p. m. desde el 18 de septiembre hasta el 16 de octubre en la Biblioteca Central o Eastside, donde estaremos celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana. Tendremos una actividad cultural y su respectiva historia, inspirada […]
LA MIRADA—Celebrate the love of family with a special reading of the book A Family Like Ours with author Alice Lee! Reading will be followed by a writing activity. Suggested for children ages 5-12. Where: La Mirada Library | 13800 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, CA 90638 When: October 9, 2024 | 3:30 pm This […]
BERKELEY—SOL IN THE GARDEN by filmmakers Emily Cohen Ibañez & Débora Souza Silva screens at the 15th Annual Fist Up Film Festival: Culture Keepers. A night of short films and animations that remind us of who we are and where we come from. From Samoa to Oakland to Jamaica! SOL IN THE GARDEN: After 16 […]
RANCHO CUCAMONGA—In this workshop, Bronwyn Mauldin and Deborah Aschheim from Artists 4 Democracy will walk you through a simple process to create a zine that connects your ideas to actions—like educating others and voting. You'll walk away with an amazing zine you can copy and share with friends. First-time voter/don't know much about voting? We […]
SANTA BARBARA—Acompáñanos en un panel inspirador por Zoom con Sergio Juárez y Paloma Noyola, las figuras reales detrás de la película Radical. Escucha su historia, el impacto de los métodos de enseñanza poco convencionales de Sergio, y cómo Paloma superó desafíos para lograr el éxito nacional. Where: ZOOM When: Jueves, 10 de Octubre | 7 […]
CORONA—Join a day filled with artistic and cultural exploration for all ages! Event highlights: Art EXHIBIT & artist-led collaborative community painting PROJECT with Russian artist Arina Kirilina “Puppets for Peace” Interactive PERFORMANCE with Nicole Cloeren from Puppets A la Carte, Children’s CHOIR performance led by Natalia Rasulova Traditional Russian TREATS! This event is part of an […]
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 out" drawings on metal to create beautiful artwork. For adults. All materials will be provided. Where: La Mirada Library | 13800 La Mirada Blvd, La […]
Above: Chumash Indian Museum, courtesy of the museum on Instagram. THOUSAND OAKS—The Resistance and Persistence program recognizes the 200th anniversary of the 1824 Chumash Revolt against several of the Spanish missions established in Chumash lands. This little-known chapter of history highlights the cultural resistance of indigenous peoples to the harsh environment of colonialism and establishes […]
SANTA BARBARA—¡Acompáñanos en una mañana llena de experiencias divertidas con arte y cuentos bilingües! Disfruta de la belleza del arte y haz nuevos amigos en este evento educativo y entretenido. Where: Santa Barbara Museum of Art | 1130 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 When: Domingo de 11 a 11:40 am., For details, see: URL […]
RANCHO CUCAMONGA—Join Tierra del Sol artists as they lead you through a zine-making project. No experience necessary and all supplies provided! When: Tuesday, October 15 | 12:30-2 pm Where: Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art, 5885 Haven Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737 | Wignall Museum Patio This program is part of the exhibit Reading Room: Zines, […]
LOS ANGELES—Messengers, couriers, and delivery riders are essential workers in today's cities. Yet, they remain largely invisible and vulnerable, working for low rates and risking their personal safety. But they have also produced a flourishing subculture and community that cannot be contained by their working conditions. Through a photography project, culminating in an exhibition and […]
OCEANSIDE—Come create alebrijes with En Mi Palma and prepare the community ofrenda that will be displayed at John Landes Community Center to commemorate Día de los Muertos. We invite you to participate in this Mexican tradition by sharing photos of your loved ones to put on display. Bring your stories and photographs to scan and […]
RANCHO CUCAMONGA—Zoe Leonard’s poem “I Want a President . . .“ from 1992 is an inspirational call to action and a literary rallying cry for new leadership in the United States. Attend this event to read the poem out loud together and to write your version of the poem live with other attendees. Don’t sit […]
SANTA BARBARA—¿Buscas una actividad divertida y creativa después de la escuela? Acompáñanos todos los miércoles de 2:00 a 3:00 p. m. desde el 18 de septiembre hasta el 16 de octubre en la Biblioteca Central o Eastside, donde estaremos celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana. Tendremos una actividad cultural y su respectiva historia, inspirada […]
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 Hearts/Youth First! Suggested for children ages 5-12. Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. Where: La Mirada Library | 13800 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, […]
SACRAMENTO–Delve into the power of portraiture on film with a series inspired by the Crocker Art Museum's photography collection documenting the people, places, and moments in history that define the Golden State. Presented in partnership with California Humanities, which supported the making of these films through the California Documentary Project grant program, this series includes […]
LOS ANGELES—In honor of Red Ribbon Week, a nationwide day to recognize substance use prevention and honor lives, Koreatown Youth and Community Center (KYCC) is hosting a traditional healing arts event called El Mercadito Mágico at MacArthur Park to bring culture and different modalities of healing that can help ground and heal our souls. We […]
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. This program is suitable for the whole family. Where: La Mirada Library | 13800 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, CA 90638 When: October 19, 2024 | […]
VIRTUAL—Q&A Discussion with Jefferson County Historical Society and Dr. Caroline Collins, Curator of the exhibit Take Me to the Water: Histories of the Black Pacific. This new exhibition expands dominant narratives of U.S. maritime activity to include the many Black whalers, commercial mariners, fishers, explorers, soldiers, and sailors who traveled along the Pacific Coast and […]
EL CAJON—The Majdal Center invites you to join the opening night of their arts exhibit: Homeland & Homemaking! This exhibit has been two years in the making and they are excited to showcase incredible art by the community. More details to come! Where: El Cajon Branch Library | 201 East Douglas Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020 […]
LOS ANGELES—“Rooted” is a community-based discussion series, designed by filmmaker Elizabeth Gray Bayne and in partnership with the Nature Nexus Institute & Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation, inviting Black residents to reflect on their relationship to nature, environmental racism, and ways they might increase their engagement with the natural world. This three-part […]
WHITTIER—Join The Sons of El Rey author Alex Espinoza for an intimate talk on his latest novel about a family of luchadores contending with forbidden love and secrets in Mexico City, Los Angeles, and beyond. Born in Tijuana and raised in LA, Alex teaches at UC-Riverside as the Tomás Rivera Endowed Chair of Creative Writing. Short […]
RANCHO CUCAMONGA—Join Professor Charmaine Phipps for a poetry adventure! In this guided workshop, you'll unleash your inner poet and leave with a mini-masterpiece. When: Wednesday, October 23 | 12:30-2 pm Where: Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art, 5885 Haven Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737 | CAA-210 This program is part of the exhibit Reading Room: Zines, […]
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 Hearts/Youth First! Suggested for children ages 5-12. Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. Where: La Mirada Library | 13800 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, […]
SAN RAFAEL—Join filmmaker Elizabeth Ai for a free screening of NEW WAVE at the Smith Rafael Film Center. NEW WAVE explores the musical phenomenon of the 1980s known to Vietnamese American teens as New Wave. Filmmaker Elizabeth Ai dives into the lives of family members and icons of the New Wave scene, and uncovers much more […]
RANCHO CUCAMONGA—Join James Spooner, an award-winning graphic novelist, filmmaker, and tattoo artist. His debut graphic novel, The High Desert was named “Best of 2022” by Publishers Weekly, The Washington Post, and The New York Public Library. Spooner co-edited an anthology of Black punk writers and comic creators entitled, Black Punk Now. Join Spooner as he discusses how comics provided a creative outlet and an […]
GLENDALE—Join a limited theatrical screenings of the documentary film NEW WAVE at Laemmle Glendale. Filmmaker Elizabeth Ai embarks on a journey to capture the vibrant spirit of a musical phenomenon that electrified Vietnamese American teens in the 1980s: New Wave. What begins as an exploration of the rebellion and freedom within this subculture evolves into […]
MORENO VALLEY—Join a workshop where participants can learn how to use the Ukulele. The workshop will include a lecture and discussion about the history of Samoa and how the Ukulele plays a part in the culture. Where: Moreno Valley Public Library, 25480 Alessandro Blvd Moreno Valley, CA 92557 When: 10 am, October 26, 2024 For […]
WHITTIER—Cruise on down for an exciting afternoon celebrating the history and culture of lowriding! Bring your friends and family to enjoy a day filled with cars, community, and culture as we showcase both full-sized and miniature lowriders. We will be screening The Great American Lowrider Tradition, a critically acclaimed documentary by local director Martin Torrez. After the […]
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 the crowd asking for more. Registration is not required. For adults. Where: La Mirada Library | 13800 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, CA 90638 When: October 26, […]
VIRTUAL—We will be speaking with Sandy Tolan, author of The Lemon Tree, which tells the story of the al-Khairi and Eshkenazi families and their separate and intertwined histories to a single house and the lemon tree in its garden. Sandy is a best-selling author and an award-winning radio and print journalist who reports on and […]
GLENDALE—Join a limited theatrical screenings of the documentary film NEW WAVE at Laemmle Glendale. Filmmaker Elizabeth Ai embarks on a journey to capture the vibrant spirit of a musical phenomenon that electrified Vietnamese American teens in the 1980s: New Wave. What begins as an exploration of the rebellion and freedom within this subculture evolves into […]
GLENDALE—Join a limited theatrical screenings of the documentary film NEW WAVE at Laemmle Glendale. Filmmaker Elizabeth Ai embarks on a journey to capture the vibrant spirit of a musical phenomenon that electrified Vietnamese American teens in the 1980s: New Wave. What begins as an exploration of the rebellion and freedom within this subculture evolves into […]
GLENDALE—Join a limited theatrical screenings of the documentary film NEW WAVE at Laemmle Glendale. Filmmaker Elizabeth Ai embarks on a journey to capture the vibrant spirit of a musical phenomenon that electrified Vietnamese American teens in the 1980s: New Wave. What begins as an exploration of the rebellion and freedom within this subculture evolves into […]
SAN JOSE—The 2024 Silicon Valley Asian Pacific FilmFest hosts an encore screening of HOME COURT. Ashley Chea is a Cambodian American basketball phenom. HOME COURT, filmed over three years, is a coming-of-age story that relays the highs and lows of her immigrant family, surmounting racial and class differences, as well as personal trials that include a […]