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Southwest Oral History Association Conference

2018-04-26

Join us at CSUF and Fullerton Marriott for an exciting three day oral history conference! You won’t want to miss our workshops, plenary sessions, performance, roundtable panels, and documentary. Dr. Maylei Blackwell will be our keynote speaker on Sunday, April 29, at 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. See the 2018 Program for a detailed overview. Visit southwestoralhistory.org… Read More Southwest Oral History Association Conference

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Preservation Week

2018-04-26

Participate in Preservation Week 2018 events. The American Library Association is offering a webinar on Densho Digital Repository: Preserving Community Memory Thursday, 4/26/2018 2:00 PM-3:00 PM (Eastern) 1:00 PM-2:00 PM (Central) 12:00 PM-1:00 PM (Mountain) 11:00 AM-12:00 PM (Pacific)   “Densho is a grassroots organization with a mission to preserve the stories of the Japanese… Read More Preservation Week

— Field Notes —

Irvine Ranch Jamboree

2018-04-22

We had a great day at the Irvine Ranch Jamboree! Chris and Jennifer exhibited 70 Degrees along with 20 other historical organizations. This event was hosted by OC Parks and OC Historical Commission. Guests enjoyed live bands, historic vehicles, children’s crafts, a photo booth, and a petting zoo. Visit the Irvine Ranch Historic Park Monday… Read More Irvine Ranch Jamboree

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Library of Congress

2018-04-10

Elizabeth Cady Stanton Papers: Speeches and Writings, 1848-1902; Speeches; [1872]; “Our Young Girls” In celebration of National Library Week, we are highlighting new online collections. “Archival materials from one of the most successful political partnerships in history, the collaboration of suffragists Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton in the movement for women’s rights, have… Read More Library of Congress

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National Library Week

2018-04-09

“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

2018-04-06

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

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Ocean Institute

2018-03-30

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

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The Broad

2018-03-23

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

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Orange County Great Park

2018-03-16

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