Department of Cultural Affairs
Middle-grade readers are invited to participate in our fun monthly book discussions. This month, we will be reading Three Keys by Kelly Yang. Do not miss reading about this brave hero as she confronts anti-immigrant hatred in a timely historical novel (historical fiction appropriate for ages 8–12).
Free, e-mail akagan@lapl.org or gkim@lapl.org for the Zoom login information
LéaLA, the premier Spanish Book Fair & Literary Festival, returns from September 19-22, 2024, at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes located at 501 N. Main Street in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Organized by the University of Guadalajara Foundation USA, this year’s event, themed Building Peace Together, celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring the rich traditions, language, and culture of the Latino community through literature, art, and intellectual dialogue. As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, LéaLA will highlight…
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.
Walk among beautiful butterflies in our seasonal Butterfly Pavilion. This springtime exhibition features hundreds of butterflies, colorful native plants, and plenty of natural light to help you see butterflies shimmer. With lots of flight space and a variety of resting spots, come get one of the best views of these amazing insects.
The Universe Multicultural Film Festival seeks to bring to Los Angeles the best of classic and contemporary filmmaking from around the world. Committed to enlightening the public with a unique international film program, the event is a forum for cultural understanding and enriching educational opportunities. The festival focuses on showcasing diverse cultural and heritage films, and supports the creation and advancement of innovative and artistic cinematic works of both emerging and seasoned filmmakers.
Justice in our Barrios, Paz al Mundo: A Moratorium on War and Carrying the Legacy Forward, the inaugural exhibition of the Lincoln Heights Youth Arts Center (LHYAC). The exhibition features the personal archive of Rosalio Muñoz, peace activist, social justice organizer, youth mentor with roots in Lincoln Heights and Highland Park, and a Co-Founder of the Chicano Moratorium. Muñoz life’s work underscores the importance of asking ourselves how we can continue building people power and agency and that, together, we…
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