Spend an afternoon at a special collection of the LA County Library that encompasses academic materials as well as film, music, novels, magazines, and newspapers. The collection focuses on the Asian American Pacific Islander American experience, with core holdings on history, art, and culture. The center has over 100 titles on microfilm of historical Asian immigrant newspapers published in the US.
ASIAN PACIFIC RESOURCE CENTER – LA COUNTY LIBRARY
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Upcoming Events
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Artists in Fellowship Event – From Idea to Screen
Women In Film (WIF) is excited to host FROM IDEA TO SCREEN- EMILY GROOMS, featuring works (episodes, short films, scenes, features) created by the class of the 2024 Fellowships. A virtual event is schedule for Thursday, May 22, from 6:00 to 7:40 p.m. and in-person event is scheduled Tuesday, June 3, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at WIF Headquarters. Each screening will include a hands-on review of the script or other artistic process material. Followed by a moderated conversation on…
Free, RSVP requested
WEST HOLLYWOOD CELEBRATES HARVEY MILK DAY
Join the City of West Hollywood and Drag Laureate Pickle in celebrating Harvey Milk Day. We will celebrate the political legacy of Harvey Milk, the first openly LGBTQ person to win political office in California, and hold the 2nd annual José Julio Sarria Drag Pageant. Sarria was the first openly gay man to run for office in the United States in 1961 and helped pave the way for Harvey Milk’s successful run for office. José Julio Sarria was also a…
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Autry After Hours – May Music Nights and Cowboy Cocktails with Smoke Holler
Join the Autry for happy hour! Enjoy live music and dancing on the plaza.
Free
2025 Evening Webinar Series for Arts Workers
A Community Learning and Networking Program for Arts Professionals Program Description The DCA Evening Webinar Series for Arts Workers, in partnership with Arts for LA, is an opportunity for the local arts and cultural community to build networks through listening, learning, and exchanging insights. This year, the program comprises three cohorts. These evening exchanges offer opportunities for attendees to ask questions, share comments or recommendations, and interact at the end of the sessions. If interested, local artists and arts workers…
Life of Pi
Experience the Tony and Olivier Award-winning play Life of Pi, based on Yann Martel’s best-selling novel. This visually stunning production tells the story of sixteen-year-old Pi, who survives a shipwreck and is stranded on a lifeboat with a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan, and a Bengal tiger. Through innovative puppetry and stagecraft, the play brings this epic tale of adventure and survival to life. Check the website for performance times and ticket prices.