Talks

Symposium: An Encounter with the Korean Avant-Garde

Event Type
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
This recorded symposium, presented in collaboration with GYOPO, explores the historical, political, and cultural contexts of Only the Young: Experimental Art in Korea, 1960s–1970s. Featuring discussions with artists, historians, and scholars, the event examines the lasting influence of Korea’s Experimental Art movement and its impact on the global art world. The program includes a keynote by art historian Joan Kee, panel discussions, and a performance by artist Sung Neung Kyung.
Website Link
channel.hammer.ucla.edu/video/1884/symposium-an-encounter-with-the-korean-avant-garde
Event Date
Event Location

Online with the Hammer Museum
United States

tags

Fee Required
Yes
Contact Phone
(310) 443-7912
Event ID
10374408
Event Main Image

Hollywood Fringe Festival

Event Type
Culture & Community
Dance
Fairs & Festivals
Film
Theater
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description

Celebrate 15 years of groundbreaking, independent theater at the Hollywood Fringe Festival! Come experience hundreds of live and live streamed performances showcasing diverse voices and fresh talent from around the world.

This milestone year invites audiences to explore bold storytelling and innovative performances across every genre imaginable. With most tickets priced around $15, the festival makes discovering the next wave of talent accessible to everyone. Join the celebration from June 12 to June 29, 2025!

Preview Performances June 5 to June 8.  Opening Night Party June 11!

Programming and tickets

Visit hollywoodfringe.org/ for program schedule and tickets!

Parking

Parking at Ovation Hollywood is $3 for 4 hours with validation from Hollywood Fringe HQ. Hollywood Fringe HQ is also easily accessible from the Metro B Line Hollywood/Highland stop!

Website Link
https://www.hollywoodfringe.org/
Event Date
-
Event Location

Hollywood Fringe HQ
6801 Hollywood Blvd #109
Los Angeles, 90028
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.1022682, -118.3403664

tags

Fee Required
Yes
Event Cost
https://www.hollywoodfringe.org/shows
Contact Phone
(323)455-4585
Event ID
142896
Event Main Image

YouStar Foundation Warm Line

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
The YouStar Foundation offers a Warm Line service, providing a safe space for Korean Americans to share emotions, seek advice, and receive support. This non-crisis emotional support hotline addresses unique challenges such as cultural stigma around mental health, generational gaps, and stress from living in a multicultural environment. Staffed by trained volunteers and professionals fluent in both English and Korean, the Warm Line aims to bridge cultural understanding and offer empathetic listening for those dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns. Callers can reach the Warm Line at 213-221-2813.​
Website Link
youstarfoundation.org/warmline/
Event Date
-
Event Location

Online
Online
Online, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
40.7136487, -74.0087126

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10382948
Event Main Image

SECRET LIVES, STORIES, MUSIC, AND ORIGINAL WRITINGS BY LGBTQ+ SENIORS

Event Type
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Secret Lives explores the stories of the remarkable seniors in the Los Angeles LGBT Center Senior Services program and many historical figures who had to keep secrets to maintain their careers, families, and place in society.
Website Link
youtube.com/watch?v=EGZ7zv0NH8s
Event Date
Event Location

Streaming
CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
36.778261, -119.4179324

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10388573
Event Main Image

Symposium: An Encounter with the Korean Avant-Garde

Event Type
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
This recorded symposium, presented in collaboration with GYOPO, explores the historical, political, and cultural contexts of Only the Young: Experimental Art in Korea, 1960s–1970s. Featuring discussions with artists, historians, and scholars, the event examines the lasting influence of Korea’s Experimental Art movement and its impact on the global art world. The program includes a keynote by art historian Joan Kee, panel discussions, and a performance by artist Sung Neung Kyung.
Website Link
channel.hammer.ucla.edu/video/1884/symposium-an-encounter-with-the-korean-avant-garde
Event Date
Event Location

Online with the Hammer Museum
United States

tags

Fee Required
Yes
Contact Phone
(310) 443-7912
Event ID
10374406
Event Main Image

YouStar Foundation Warm Line

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
The YouStar Foundation offers a Warm Line service, providing a safe space for Korean Americans to share emotions, seek advice, and receive support. This non-crisis emotional support hotline addresses unique challenges such as cultural stigma around mental health, generational gaps, and stress from living in a multicultural environment. Staffed by trained volunteers and professionals fluent in both English and Korean, the Warm Line aims to bridge cultural understanding and offer empathetic listening for those dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns. Callers can reach the Warm Line at 213-221-2813.​
Website Link
youstarfoundation.org/warmline/
Event Date
-
Event Location

Online
Online
Online, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
40.7136487, -74.0087126

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10382947
Event Main Image

YouStar Foundation Warm Line

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
The YouStar Foundation offers a Warm Line service, providing a safe space for Korean Americans to share emotions, seek advice, and receive support. This non-crisis emotional support hotline addresses unique challenges such as cultural stigma around mental health, generational gaps, and stress from living in a multicultural environment. Staffed by trained volunteers and professionals fluent in both English and Korean, the Warm Line aims to bridge cultural understanding and offer empathetic listening for those dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns. Callers can reach the Warm Line at 213-221-2813.​
Website Link
youstarfoundation.org/warmline/
Event Date
-
Event Location

Online
Online
Online, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
40.7136487, -74.0087126

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10382945
Event Main Image

SECRET LIVES, STORIES, MUSIC, AND ORIGINAL WRITINGS BY LGBTQ+ SENIORS

Event Type
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Secret Lives explores the stories of the remarkable seniors in the Los Angeles LGBT Center Senior Services program and many historical figures who had to keep secrets to maintain their careers, families, and place in society.
Website Link
youtube.com/watch?v=EGZ7zv0NH8s
Event Date
Event Location

Streaming
CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
36.778261, -119.4179324

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10388570
Event Main Image

Symposium: An Encounter with the Korean Avant-Garde

Event Type
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
This recorded symposium, presented in collaboration with GYOPO, explores the historical, political, and cultural contexts of Only the Young: Experimental Art in Korea, 1960s–1970s. Featuring discussions with artists, historians, and scholars, the event examines the lasting influence of Korea’s Experimental Art movement and its impact on the global art world. The program includes a keynote by art historian Joan Kee, panel discussions, and a performance by artist Sung Neung Kyung.
Website Link
channel.hammer.ucla.edu/video/1884/symposium-an-encounter-with-the-korean-avant-garde
Event Date
Event Location

Online with the Hammer Museum
United States

tags

Fee Required
Yes
Contact Phone
(310) 443-7912
Event ID
10374403
Event Main Image

“We Write the Book” Artist Residency Bookmaking Culmination Event

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description

Free culmination event for the We Write the Book program with Artist-in-Residence Debra Disman at the Northridge Public Library, Saturday, May 31, 2025, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  Refreshments, bookmaking workshop onsite with all materials included and exhibition of books created by participants in the We Write the Book workshops!!  Join us and bring family and friends!

This event is free and open to the public.

Questions or in need of assistance? Please contact Senior Librarian Emily AAronson  at (818) 886-3640.

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Website Link
https://www.lapl.org/whats-on/events/we-write-book-culmination-party-and-final-craft
Event Date
-
Event Location

Northridge Library
9051 Darby Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 91325
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.2349636, -118.5341072

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
141895
Event Main Image
Talks