Join us for an online screening of Dante Alencastre’s documentary “Raising Zoey,” followed by a Q&A between Dante and Josslyn Glenn, a Black Latina transgender filmmaker/writer. Dante is a documentary filmmaker, OUTWORDS interviewee, and LGBTQ+ community activist, based in Los Angeles. His film focuses on Zoey, a 13-year old student who, with the help of her mother and the ACLU, fought school officials for her right to self-identify in school
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Raising Zoey: Screening and Q&A
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JAPANESE GARDEN – KOI POND AT SOUTH COAST BOTANIC GARDENS
Listen to the calming sounds of water and take in the subdued palette of evergreen shrubbery embracing the Koi Pond. The garden features stone lanterns crafted of Okazaki stone over 200 years ago and a bonsai display maintained by the South Coast Bonsai Association. Adults – $15, Seniors 65 and over and Students with ID – $11, Children (5 to 12 years) – $5, Foundation members and children under 4 – Free, Entry on the third Tuesday of each…
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WATTS WILLOWBROOK FARMERS’ MARKET AT MLK CAMPUS
Watts Willowbrook Farmers’ Market, in collaboration with the MLK Outpatient Center, opened in November 2023. The market will serve a diverse customer base and continue to grow in both attendance and reputation as a market that is outstanding in the quality of the fresh food that is offered weekly. Open Weekly on Wednesdays, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
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JAPANESE GARDEN AT DESCANSO GARDENS
Explore this tranquil Japanese-style garden that blends design elements from four classic garden styles. Cross an arched bridge and walk on shaded paths along a koi-filled stream to the teahouse. General – $15, Seniors 65 and over and Students with ID – $11, Children (5 to 12 years) – $5, Descanso members and children under 5 – Free
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SUIHO EN – JAPANESE GARDEN
Amid the San Fernando Valley lies an oasis – a 6.5-acre garden featuring three gardens in one. First, the Japanese Garden has a dry Zen meditation garden containing Tortoise Island, a three-buddha arrangement of stones, and a wisteria arbor at the end of the Plover Path. Next along the path is an expansive Chisen or “wet-strolling” garden with waterfalls, lakes and streams, abundant greenery, and stone lanterns, which were hand-carved by artisans in Japan. At the end of this path…
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EARL BURNS MILLER JAPANESE GARDEN
Feed our playful koi, stroll the winding pathways, view the Tea House, or reflect at the Zen Garden. Each season unfolds with colorful blossoms, exciting cultural celebrations, and intriguing exhibits. No entry is allowed without a reservation; tickets are available on the website. Tuesdays – Fridays, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.