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National Library Week

“The only thing that you absolutely have to know is the location of the library.” — Albert Einstein Visit the American Library Association for National Library Week events! This year’s theme is “Libraries Lead.” #library #nationallibraryweek #quote#quoteoftheday #Stuttgart #Germany #ALA#American #libraries #libraryofcongress #USA #international #literacy #read #books#community #AlbertEinstein

Field Notes, Literature

UCI Libraries

Orange County has a unique tie to The Bard with Madame Modjeska. You will find elements of her story in UC Irvine’s Spring 2018 exhibit that makes the connection from Stratford to the OC. Professor Marcy Froehlich, UCI Claire Trevor School of the Arts – Drama, made an incredible presentation last evening about her professional… Read More UCI Libraries

Field Notes

Ocean Institute

Dana Point has the Ocean Institute, an amazing science-based non-profit organization, that is dedicated to educating the community through programs. You will find the array of sea life well-documented in this living museum. The Ocean Institute unveiled an incredible mural created by renowned ocean advocate and artist NöcHe, in collaboration with the Mares Foundation. This… Read More Ocean Institute

Field Notes

The Broad

The Broad, Los Angeles’ newest modern art museum, has an incredible collection of pieces. You will enjoy the physical space that holds this phenomenal collection. You can preview what is on exhibit on their website and see what upcoming programs they are having for the community. We recommend that you prepare in advance for your… Read More The Broad

Field Notes

Orange County Great Park

On May 25, 2021, the Irvine City Council unanimously approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City and the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum (FLAM) to establish a strategy for the restoration of Hangar 296 of the former El Toro Marine Corps Air Station, fundraising, and public outreach, all with the goal of the re-establishment… Read More Orange County Great Park

History

Women’s History Month

Happy Women’s History Month! We celebrate contributions made by ladies who work in the public and private spheres. We are grateful for your dedication. Visit the Women’s History Month website created by “The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution… Read More Women’s History Month

Field Notes

Scottsdale Art

Scottsdale Public Art’s “LOVE” sculpture was completed by Edwin Benoit in 1999. It is a large, “144” (h) x144″ (w) x72″ (d) sculpture made of poly-chromed red and blue aluminum, weighing 3,800 lbs” which allows guests to stand and often place themselves within this space. Listen to Scottsdale Public Art’s former director, Valerie Vadala Homer,… Read More Scottsdale Art