California Stories eNews
A periodic update about the activities of California Stories, the California Council for the Humanities' multiyear initiative designed to strengthen California communities. To find out more about California Stories and how you can support this important work, visit us at www.californiastories.org
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The Council seeks a director of external affairs. More.
For grant seekers: The online application for the 2009 round of funding for the California Documentary Project is now available. Applicants may apply for either a research and development grant or a production grant. The proposal deadline is October 1, 2009. The California Documentary Project supports film, radio and new media projects that document the California experience and explore issues of significance to Californians. Find out about previously funded projects.
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Radio broadcast: "Broadway: Around the World in 30 Blocks," a radio series about the cultures and cuisines along Sacramento's most delicious street. The series airs on Capital Public Radio on the second Friday of each month through November 2009 during "Morning Edition." Learn more about the project, listen to the segments and get recipes.
Television broadcasts:
"Inventing LA: The Chandlers and Their Times," a Council-funded documentary about the L.A. Times family that transformed Los Angeles, airs nationally on PBS. October 5. Check your local listings. Read an interview with filmmaker Peter Jones in the latest issue of Network here (a downloadable pdf file).
"Going on 13," a Council-funded documentary exploring the lives of four girls as they pass from childhood to puberty, airs on PBS stations in Sacramento, San Francisco, and San Jose in September. Check your local listings and visit Going on 13 for up-to-date information.
Online: "How I See It - My Place," an exhibit of photographs and writing by California teens. The online gallery showcases work of 200 California teen city and town explorers. Find inspiration in their vision and take a second look at the world around you. Free, downloadable materials let you replicate the project with your group. MoreLive events:
Hayward: "Teens Take a Closer Look," a teen photography and writing exhibit, captures the little-noticed in Hayward. Hayward Main Library, 835 C Street, Hayward, CA, 94541, through September 22. Opens at the Weekes Branch Library, 27300 Patrick Ave., Hayward, CA, 94544, September 23. For information, contact Shawna Sherman, young adult librarian, at Shawna.Sherman@hayward-ca.gov.
La Habra: " La Habra, the Pass Through the Hills: From a Teen's Perspective,” a teen photography and writing exhibit opening September 27, 3 to 5 p.m. La Habra Branch Library/OC Public Libraries 221 E. La Habra Blvd. For more information, 562-694-2958.
Oakland: "Chinatown Memory Map Exhibit and Website Launch Party," explores the history of Oakland's Chinatown. Opens September 19, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Oakland Renaissance Plaza, 388 Ninth Street, 2nd floor. For more information, contact Roy at 510-637-0463.
Ridgecrest: "Stories in the Sand II," a teen photography and writing exhibit captures the little noticed in the town. Through September 30. Ridgecrest Branch Library, 131 East Las Flores Avenue. More.
Salinas: "Our Place in the Watershed: The Arts and Service Learning," professional development for teachers who want to learn how to integrate arts and service learning in the classroom. September 12. National Steinbeck Center, 1 Main Street. More.
Van Nuys: "Hearing the Deaf," a semi-staged presentation of a play about the struggles and triumphs of the deaf community, followed by a discussion. DEAFestival at Woodley Park, 6340 Woodley Avenue. For information, contact Matt McCray at 323-841-9151.
Of interest:
Reserve your Seat: "On the Front Line: Three Generations of Soldiers' Voices," a free performance and discussion. October 29 at 7:30 p.m., Loyola Marymount University, 1 LMU Drive. 310-670-0362 for information and reservations.
Save the Date: California history will again come alive at the Fourth Annual Los Angeles Archives Bazaar on Saturday, October 17, from 10 am to 5 pm. Don't miss it. More.
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