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SUMMARY:Wende Museum Exhibition Tours: Counter/Surveillance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for guided tours of the exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency.\n\n\nJoin us for free guided tours of the Wende Museum’s exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency. \nExplore the origins of modern surveillance technologies and tactics in Counter/Surveillance\, tracing their development from the Cold War to today\, alongside the creative resistance of dissidents and artists. \nThis exhibition offers a powerful and highly relevant look at control and resistance in a world shaped by surveillance and censorship.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/wende-museum-exhibition-tours-counter-surveillance-47/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T103000
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp at the Stevie: Foraged Weaving with Jenny Yurshansky
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on foraging and weaving workshop that explores the hidden histories of California’s plant life.\n\n\nSummer Camp at the Stevie \nJoin us this July for Summer Camp at the Stevie\, a hands-on art making series situated in a lush oasis in the middle of Culver City. Across four weekends\, adults and teens are invited to slow down and reconnect with the natural world through workshops led by renowned local artists. Workshops will include watercolor\, incense making\, weaving with foraged materials\, and natural dyeing. Together\, we will cultivate a sense of awe for the quiet power and beauty of plants. \nWhether you’re channeling your inner artist or just looking for a mindful escape\, each session offers a nod to summer camp nostalgia. Each weekend features two different sessions. Participants may register for one or both\, except for the incense-making workshop\, which is a two-day experience and requires attendance on both days. \nWhat is the Stevie? \nTucked away on the southwestern side of the Glorya Kaufman Community Center\, the Stevie is a “tiny house” turned creative outpost. Surrounded by palms and desert landscaping\, it serves as both an artist residency space and an intimate venue for programs\, gatherings\, and experimental events on its expansive outdoor deck. The Stevie was made possible by a transformative contribution from Steve and Jadwiga Markoff. \nForaged Weaving with Jenny Yurshansky \nJuly 19 & 20\, 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. \nJoin Wende-exhibited artist Jenny Yurshansky for a guided foraging walk and weaving workshop that explores the hidden histories embedded in California’s plant life. Participants will gather natural materials and use them to create sculptural weavings while reflecting on how the landscape holds stories of migration\, memory\, and belonging. This hands-on session invites both artists and non-artists to engage the senses\, reconsider the ecosystems that surround us—even in urban Culver City—and share personal connections to place. No experience necessary; just curiosity and a willingness to look more closely. \nMaterials to bring\, if you have (will otherwise be provided): \n– Garden clippers \n– Heavy-duty scissors \n– Lightweight protective gloves \n– Tweezers or small needle-nose pliers \n– Cutting surface \n– X-Acto knife or utility blade \n– Cotton twine or easily bendable thin-gauge wire
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/summer-camp-at-the-stevie-foraged-weaving-with-jenny-yurshansky-2/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T113000
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SUMMARY:Wende Museum Exhibition Tours: Counter/Surveillance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for guided tours of the exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency.\n\n\nJoin us for free guided tours of the Wende Museum’s exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency. \nExplore the origins of modern surveillance technologies and tactics in Counter/Surveillance\, tracing their development from the Cold War to today\, alongside the creative resistance of dissidents and artists. \nThis exhibition offers a powerful and highly relevant look at control and resistance in a world shaped by surveillance and censorship.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/wende-museum-exhibition-tours-counter-surveillance-46/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T150000
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SUMMARY:The Romance of Technology: A Talk With David Van Eyssen
DESCRIPTION:Join internationally acclaimed artist and filmmaker David Van Eyssen for a personal and visually immersive talk tracing his creative journey alongside the evolution of digital technology. From building computers as a child in the 1970s to becoming an early innovator in streaming media and immersive art\, Van Eyssen invites audiences into a world where memory\, perception\, and impermanence take shape through machines. \nTechnology\, for Van Eyssen\, is not just a tool. It is a medium\, a mirror\, and a creative partner. His work has been featured at MOCA London\, Luminex Los Angeles\, and in collaborations with LG\, Varjo\, and the Royal National Institute for Blind People. \nPresented in partnership with LAist\, official media sponsor for this program. \nThis program is part of the series Art Across Boundaries\, supported by Skip Victor. \nMade possible by Meyer and Renee Luskin.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/the-romance-of-technology-a-talk-with-david-van-eyssen/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T203000
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SUMMARY:Advocating Children’s Rights With Music
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening where art becomes action and the voices of youth lead the charge for justice. The program includes “Here for You\,” a powerful music video by young prodigy Samuel Leo Götz Benardo inspired by the stories of children in conflict zones\, sparking a musical response that moves from playful harmony to defiant urgency. \nThe night continues with a live cello performance and the world premiere of “Peace is a Verb\,” a bold\, original composition that challenges passive ideals of peace with the clarity and conviction of youth. A discussion on global children’s rights will deepen the conversation\, drawing connections between lived experience and global responsibility. \nThis is not just a concert. It’s a call to action.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/advocating-childrens-rights-with-music/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250720T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250720T130000
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp at the Stevie: Foraged Weaving with Jenny Yurshansky
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on foraging and weaving workshop that explores the hidden histories of California’s plant life.\n\n\nSummer Camp at the Stevie \nJoin us this July for Summer Camp at the Stevie\, a hands-on art making series situated in a lush oasis in the middle of Culver City. Across four weekends\, adults and teens are invited to slow down and reconnect with the natural world through workshops led by renowned local artists. Workshops will include watercolor\, incense making\, weaving with foraged materials\, and natural dyeing. Together\, we will cultivate a sense of awe for the quiet power and beauty of plants. \nWhether you’re channeling your inner artist or just looking for a mindful escape\, each session offers a nod to summer camp nostalgia. Each weekend features two different sessions. Participants may register for one or both\, except for the incense-making workshop\, which is a two-day experience and requires attendance on both days. \nWhat is the Stevie? \nTucked away on the southwestern side of the Glorya Kaufman Community Center\, the Stevie is a “tiny house” turned creative outpost. Surrounded by palms and desert landscaping\, it serves as both an artist residency space and an intimate venue for programs\, gatherings\, and experimental events on its expansive outdoor deck. The Stevie was made possible by a transformative contribution from Steve and Jadwiga Markoff. \nForaged Weaving with Jenny Yurshansky \nJuly 19 & 20\, 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. \nJoin Wende-exhibited artist Jenny Yurshansky for a guided foraging walk and weaving workshop that explores the hidden histories embedded in California’s plant life. Participants will gather natural materials and use them to create sculptural weavings while reflecting on how the landscape holds stories of migration\, memory\, and belonging. This hands-on session invites both artists and non-artists to engage the senses\, reconsider the ecosystems that surround us—even in urban Culver City—and share personal connections to place. No experience necessary; just curiosity and a willingness to look more closely. \nMaterials to bring\, if you have (will otherwise be provided): \n– Garden clippers \n– Heavy-duty scissors \n– Lightweight protective gloves \n– Tweezers or small needle-nose pliers \n– Cutting surface \n– X-Acto knife or utility blade \n– Cotton twine or easily bendable thin-gauge wire
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/summer-camp-at-the-stevie-foraged-weaving-with-jenny-yurshansky/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250720T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250720T153000
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SUMMARY:Wende Museum Exhibition Tours: Counter/Surveillance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for guided tours of the exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency.\n\n\nJoin us for free guided tours of the Wende Museum’s exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency. \nExplore the origins of modern surveillance technologies and tactics in Counter/Surveillance\, tracing their development from the Cold War to today\, alongside the creative resistance of dissidents and artists. \nThis exhibition offers a powerful and highly relevant look at control and resistance in a world shaped by surveillance and censorship.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/wende-museum-exhibition-tours-counter-surveillance-45/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250720T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250720T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
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SUMMARY:Tea Dances at the Glorya Kaufman Community Center
DESCRIPTION:Move\, mingle\, and unwind through the joyful rhythm of social dance.\n\n\nThe Wende Museum’s Tea Dance series invites you to move\, mingle\, and unwind through the joyful rhythm of social dance. Hosted in the Glorya Kaufman Community Center\, each session features different dance traditions\, ranging from Argentine tango to vintage swing\, led by local artists and dance instructors. No experience or partner required. \nTea dances originated in early 20th-century Britain and America as daytime socials\, often held in hotels and ballrooms\, offering live music\, light refreshments\, and a welcoming space for community connection. Revived in the queer communities of mid-century America\, the tradition evolved into a vibrant celebration of expression and belonging. \nIn that spirit\, our Sunday Tea Dances offer a space to unplug\, connect\, and move together. These afternoons are for everyone: curious beginners\, practiced dancers\, and people just looking to enjoy good music and warm company. \nCome for the class\, stay for the social\, and rediscover the art of togetherness. \nFree and open to all. Comfortable shoes are encouraged. \nSchedule: \nSunday\, July 20\, 3-6 pm\, Groove and Step \nThis is an all levels dance class that captures certain elements of traditional southern line dance and hip hop choreography simultaneously! The class will involve choreography however\, there is still space for individual creativity and unique dance expression. Groove and Step cultivates energy\, connection\, and JOY! After an intial period to mix and mingle\, an hour-long class will begin at 3:30\, after which time\, attendees will be invited to share their own line dances with the group during the open session until 6:00 pm! \nAbout the instructor: Ronnie Martin is a professional dancer/choreographer from New Orleans\, Louisiana. He has been a part of two major dance companies\, So Real Dance Co. and Texas Southern Dance Co. and has been teaching all levels of hip hop choreography for the past 10 years. Once he relocated to LA he developed a love and passion for fitness which encouraged him to create his own fun and effective way to have the best of both worlds (Dance and Fitness). He has been teaching hip hop cardio classes for 7 years now and line dance classes for 5 years ! He believes that Dance fitness is great way to get active as well decompress. His goal is to constantly create spaces for the advancement of physical and mental health in a creative way! \nSunday\, August 3\, 3-6 pm\, Sunday\, July 13\, 3-6 pm\, LA Swing Dance Posse with Beach Cities Swing Band \nLA Swing Dance Posse with Beach Cities Swing Band”LASDP is a non profit organization formed to honor contributions African Americans have made to vernacular jazz dance through performance and education. We teach the history of those styles\, ranging from the 1800’s to the present. This gives us the opportunity to fill in knowledge gaps of Swing dance history\, a history that has deep roots in Black culture. Our mission is to educate\, preserve\, promote\, teach and perform the vernacular jazz dances such as Savoy Swing\, Charleston\, and Lindy Hop dance. \nThe Beach Cities Swing Band (BCSB)\, founded in 2000 by members of the El Segundo Concert Band\, is a 17-piece big band with featured vocalists\, performing classics made famous by Count Basie\, Glenn Miller\, Duke Ellington\, Benny Goodman\, Ella Fitzgerald\, and Artie Shaw\, as well as modern swing arrangements and fresh takes on beloved tunes. Now operating under the South Bay Music Association\, the BCSB is dedicated to keeping the big band tradition alive and thriving. True to its name\, the band has performed throughout the South Bay’s beach cities—including Manhattan Beach\, Hermosa Beach\, Redondo Beach\, Torrance\, Palos Verdes Estates\, Long Beach\, Marina Del Rey\, Los Angeles\, and its home base of El Segundo. \nSunday\, August 17\, 3-6 pm\, Oxygen Tango \nDiscover the global language of tango in this one-hour beginner class led by Oxygen Tango\, a beloved LA-based school known for its welcoming\, connection-driven approach. You’ll learn the essentials of this improvised social dance and be ready to join the informal practica that follows—no partner needed. Just bring comfortable clothes\, shoes you can walk backward in\, and a spirit of curiosity. \nSunday\, August 31\, 3-6 pm\, Groove and Step
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/tea-dances-at-the-wende-4/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250723T100000
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SUMMARY:Sound Baths with Shea Cunningham
DESCRIPTION:Restore your energy and calm your mind with sound baths led by Shea Cunningham. Breathwork\, movement\, and healing sound await.\n\n\nTake a pause and reconnect with your body\, breath\, and mind through a restorative sound bath led by Shea Cunningham\, a longtime yoga instructor\, sound healer\, and local sustainability leader. \nEach session begins with 15 to 20 minutes of gentle breathwork and grounding movement to help prepare the body to fully absorb the resonant tones of crystal bowls and other therapeutic instruments. The sound bath that follows supports the nervous system\, reduces anxiety\, and restores a sense of calm and balance. \nPlease bring a yoga mat and pillow if you plan to lie down. A limited number of meditation cushions will be available. The stage will be reserved for those who wish to recline\, first come first serve. Chairs are also available for those who prefer or require a seated option. \nAbout the FacilitatorShea Cunningham has taught yoga since 2004 and has been offering sound baths to the community for the past year. She is also a climate resilience expert and the founder of Balanced Approach\, where she leads the Culver City Sustainable Business Certification Program. Her work reflects a deep commitment to both personal well-being and community sustainability.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/sound-baths-with-shea-cunningham-6/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250723T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250723T180000
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SUMMARY:Saved by a Story–Intergenerational Writing Group at the Wende Museum
DESCRIPTION:Participants of all ages write to prompts to spark creativity\, share stories and build community.\n\n\nParticipants of all ages welcomed. Please arrive 5 or 10 minutes early to get settled\, as we start the group promptly at 4pm. \nWe are excited to come together in community\, to dive into our creativity and share our stories. \nWhat is Saved by a Story-Intergenerational Writing Workshop at the Wende Museum? Participants of all ages write to prompts to spark creativity\, share stories and build community. We write to surprise ourselves and discover the bounty of stories that lie within. \nWe come together and write\, choose to share (or not\, you decide)\, listen and write some more.We do this in the beautiful environs of the Wende Museum and its provocative and compelling collection. Some of our prompts will help us engage with the current exhibitions as well as engage with each other. \nIn later groups\, we will draft stories and workshop them. \nWe offer creativity and community in a non-judgmental environment. \nThe writing group meets in person on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. \nPlease arrive 5 or 10 minutes early to get settled as we start punctually at 4pm. \nWhat you will need:– a note book–nothing fancy–a pen–if you prefer to write on a computer\, feel free to bring that. \nWhere: \nWende Museumin the Cotsen Learning Centeron 2nd Floor of theGlorya Kaufman Community Center10808 Culver BoulevardCulver City\, CA\, 90230 \n310-216-1600 \nPlease enter through the garden gate from the parking lot at 10858 Culver Blvd. \nRSVPs for this free program do not guarantee admission. Doors will open and seating will begin 15 minutes prior to the start of the program. Limited seating is available on a first come\, first served basis. Please note that doors will close promptly at the program’s start time and late entry will not be permitted.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/saved-by-a-story-intergenerational-writing-group-at-the-wende-museum-6/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250725T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T003000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250707T191108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T200931Z
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SUMMARY:Wende Museum Exhibition Tours: Counter/Surveillance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for guided tours of the exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency.\n\n\nJoin us for free guided tours of the Wende Museum’s exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency. \nExplore the origins of modern surveillance technologies and tactics in Counter/Surveillance\, tracing their development from the Cold War to today\, alongside the creative resistance of dissidents and artists. \nThis exhibition offers a powerful and highly relevant look at control and resistance in a world shaped by surveillance and censorship.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/wende-museum-exhibition-tours-counter-surveillance-44/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T174105Z
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SUMMARY:Saved by a Story–Wildfire Survivor Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come together in community to write about the history of the cherished places we have been and how we will come together.\n\n\nParticipants of all ages welcomed. Please arrive 5 or 10 minutes early to get settled\, as we start the group promptly at 10:30 a.m. \nCome together to write about the history of the cherished places we have been\, what we have lost (and found)\, and how we will chart a way forward. \nWe’ll write to timed prompts to spark creativity\, share stories\, and connect. \nWe’ll meet Saturdays on the campus of the fascinating Wende Museum. The Wende is a cultural center\, art museum and archive that brings history to life. \nFor more information or to register for this free workshop\, email: kathleenkatims@gmail.com \nPlease enter through the garden gate from the parking lot at 10858 Culver Blvd. \nRSVPs for this free program do not guarantee admission. Doors will open and seating will begin 15 minutes prior to the start of the program. Limited seating is available on a first come\, first served basis. Please note that doors will close promptly at the program’s start time and late entry will not be permitted.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/saved-by-a-story-wildfire-survivor-writing-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T130000
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp at the Stevie: Natural Dye with Berbo Studio
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a natural dye workshop and guided plant walk in Culver City.\n\n\nSummer Camp at the Stevie \nJoin us this July for Summer Camp at the Stevie\, a hands-on art making series situated in a lush oasis in the middle of Culver City. Across four weekends\, adults and teens are invited to slow down and reconnect with the natural world through workshops led by renowned local artists. Workshops will include watercolor\, incense making\, weaving with foraged materials\, and natural dyeing. Together\, we will cultivate a sense of awe for the quiet power and beauty of plants. \nWhether you’re channeling your inner artist or just looking for a mindful escape\, each session offers a nod to summer camp nostalgia. Each weekend features two different sessions. Participants may register for one or both\, except for the incense-making workshop\, which is a two-day experience and requires attendance on both days. \nWhat is the Stevie? \nTucked away on the southwestern side of the Glorya Kaufman Community Center\, the Stevie is a “tiny house” turned creative outpost. Surrounded by palms and desert landscaping\, it serves as both an artist residency space and an intimate venue for programs\, gatherings\, and experimental events on its expansive outdoor deck. The Stevie was made possible by a transformative contribution from Steve and Jadwiga Markoff. \nNatural Dye with Berbo Studio \nJuly 26 & 27\, 10:30 a.m.—1 p.m. \nJoin us for a natural dye workshop and guided plant walk in Culver City with Erin Berkowitz of Berbo Studio\, where you’ll explore local ecology\, learn to responsibly harvest dye plants\, and create unique eco-prints using colors from the La Ballona region—blending science\, story\, and art in a hands-on experience with your local plant-loving community. \nDay 1: Botanical Printing & Exploration \nExplore the color-potent plants growing around us and learn to create lasting botanical prints reflecting their unique shapes and (sometimes surprising) natural colors. In this workshop\, we’ll collect flowers and leaves from ubiquitous plants found throughout Southern California—including on a brief local plant walk\, if time and weather allow—and discuss ecology\, dye science\, natural history\, and how our practices as natural dyers and wild-crafters interact with the ecosystems and communities where we live. Each participant will create their own botanically printed cotton bandana\, and will leave with knowledge of this unique process and local dye plants to continue their journey exploring natural color. \nDay 2: Natural Dyeing Immersion \nBefore the introduction of synthetic dyes and pigments in the mid-19th century\, all the colors we wore and created with were sourced from nature. Today\, we can return to this timeless craft as a way of meaningfully interacting with the land around us\, learning to tune into seasonality\, ecology\, history\, and our roles therein. Working with introduced (non-native) plants and garden-grown natural dyes\, together we’ll brew pots of dye to produce a spectrum of natural color\, which we’ll utilize to create geometric patterns on fabric with shibori and resist-dyeing techniques. Each participant will create their own naturally dyed cotton bandana\, and will leave with knowledge and inspiration to continue experimenting and creating with natural dyes.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/summer-camp-at-the-stevie-natural-dye-with-berbo-studio-2/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T153000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250707T191108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T200936Z
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SUMMARY:Wende Museum Exhibition Tours: Counter/Surveillance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for guided tours of the exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency.\n\n\nJoin us for free guided tours of the Wende Museum’s exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency. \nExplore the origins of modern surveillance technologies and tactics in Counter/Surveillance\, tracing their development from the Cold War to today\, alongside the creative resistance of dissidents and artists. \nThis exhibition offers a powerful and highly relevant look at control and resistance in a world shaped by surveillance and censorship.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/wende-museum-exhibition-tours-counter-surveillance-43/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250727T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250727T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250626T202343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T201010Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp at the Stevie: Natural Dye with Berbo Studio
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a natural dye workshop and guided plant walk in Culver City.\n\n\nSummer Camp at the Stevie \nJoin us this July for Summer Camp at the Stevie\, a hands-on art making series situated in a lush oasis in the middle of Culver City. Across four weekends\, adults and teens are invited to slow down and reconnect with the natural world through workshops led by renowned local artists. Workshops will include watercolor\, incense making\, weaving with foraged materials\, and natural dyeing. Together\, we will cultivate a sense of awe for the quiet power and beauty of plants. \nWhether you’re channeling your inner artist or just looking for a mindful escape\, each session offers a nod to summer camp nostalgia. Each weekend features two different sessions. Participants may register for one or both\, except for the incense-making workshop\, which is a two-day experience and requires attendance on both days. \nWhat is the Stevie? \nTucked away on the southwestern side of the Glorya Kaufman Community Center\, the Stevie is a “tiny house” turned creative outpost. Surrounded by palms and desert landscaping\, it serves as both an artist residency space and an intimate venue for programs\, gatherings\, and experimental events on its expansive outdoor deck. The Stevie was made possible by a transformative contribution from Steve and Jadwiga Markoff. \nNatural Dye with Berbo Studio \nJuly 26 & 27\, 10:30 a.m.—1 p.m. \nJoin us for a natural dye workshop and guided plant walk in Culver City with Erin Berkowitz of Berbo Studio\, where you’ll explore local ecology\, learn to responsibly harvest dye plants\, and create unique eco-prints using colors from the La Ballona region—blending science\, story\, and art in a hands-on experience with your local plant-loving community. \nDay 1: Botanical Printing & Exploration \nExplore the color-potent plants growing around us and learn to create lasting botanical prints reflecting their unique shapes and (sometimes surprising) natural colors. In this workshop\, we’ll collect flowers and leaves from ubiquitous plants found throughout Southern California—including on a brief local plant walk\, if time and weather allow—and discuss ecology\, dye science\, natural history\, and how our practices as natural dyers and wild-crafters interact with the ecosystems and communities where we live. Each participant will create their own botanically printed cotton bandana\, and will leave with knowledge of this unique process and local dye plants to continue their journey exploring natural color. \nDay 2: Natural Dyeing Immersion \nBefore the introduction of synthetic dyes and pigments in the mid-19th century\, all the colors we wore and created with were sourced from nature. Today\, we can return to this timeless craft as a way of meaningfully interacting with the land around us\, learning to tune into seasonality\, ecology\, history\, and our roles therein. Working with introduced (non-native) plants and garden-grown natural dyes\, together we’ll brew pots of dye to produce a spectrum of natural color\, which we’ll utilize to create geometric patterns on fabric with shibori and resist-dyeing techniques. Each participant will create their own naturally dyed cotton bandana\, and will leave with knowledge and inspiration to continue experimenting and creating with natural dyes.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/summer-camp-at-the-stevie-natural-dye-with-berbo-studio/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250727T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250727T153000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250707T191108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T200937Z
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SUMMARY:Wende Museum Exhibition Tours: Counter/Surveillance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for guided tours of the exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency.\n\n\nJoin us for free guided tours of the Wende Museum’s exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency. \nExplore the origins of modern surveillance technologies and tactics in Counter/Surveillance\, tracing their development from the Cold War to today\, alongside the creative resistance of dissidents and artists. \nThis exhibition offers a powerful and highly relevant look at control and resistance in a world shaped by surveillance and censorship.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/wende-museum-exhibition-tours-counter-surveillance-42/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250728T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250728T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250620T212241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T031434Z
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SUMMARY:Blooming Threads: Soviet Flower Symbolism In Cross Stitch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a vibrant workshop with Folk Lounge\, exploring the rich tradition of floral cross stitch in Soviet and Russian culture.\n\n\nJoin us for a vibrant workshop with Folk Lounge\, to explore the rich tradition of floral cross stitch in Soviet and Russian culture\, focusing particularly on roses and flowers as symbols of transformation and potential. \nDrawing inspiration from beloved Soviet animations like “Alenkiy Tsvetochek” (The Scarlet Flower\, the Russian Beauty and the Beast) and “Tsvetik-Semitsvetik” (The Flower with Seven Petals)\, we’ll explore how flowers symbolized human potential and the fulfillment of deepest wishes. \nThrough hands-on cross stitch techniques\, participants will create their own floral embroidery pieces while discussing how these natural symbols transcend cultural boundaries yet carry specific cultural meanings about transformation and becoming. \nThe workshop connects these traditional patterns to contemporary life\, demonstrating how the simple act of stitching can become a meditative practice for nurturing our own growth and honoring our wishes for beauty in the world. \nTeacher Bio: \nBorn in Vladivostok\, Russia\, Shagoh is of Armenian and Russian heritage and has traveled the West Coast from Seattle to Los Angeles. \nWith a background in luxury fashion\, wearables\, and human-computer interaction\, she is a seasoned multidisciplinary design leader\, blending creativity and innovation with global teams. \nHer artistry spans textile arts\, leatherwork\, painting\, and illustration\, grounded in her MFA in Human-Computer Interaction (California College of the Arts) and a Fashion Design degree (Oregon State University). \nA trained facilitator\, she is passionate about fostering community\, collaboration\, healing\, and shared learning. As the founder of Folk Lounge\, Shagoh is dedicated to uniting people through the exploration of ornamentation and sacred symbolism across cultures. \nEnter the garden gate off of the parking lot adjacent to the Wende museum on Culver Blvd.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/blooming-threads-soviet-flower-symbolism-in-cross-stitch/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250707T191108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T170226Z
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SUMMARY:Sound Baths with Shea Cunningham
DESCRIPTION:Take a pause and reconnect with your body\, breath\, and mind through a restorative sound bath led by Shea Cunningham\, a longtime yoga instructor\, sound healer\, and local sustainability leader. \nEach session begins with 15 to 20 minutes of gentle breathwork and grounding movement to help prepare the body to fully absorb the resonant tones of crystal bowls and other therapeutic instruments. The sound bath that follows supports the nervous system\, reduces anxiety\, and restores a sense of calm and balance. \nPlease bring a yoga mat and pillow if you plan to lie down. A limited number of meditation cushions will be available. The stage will be reserved for those who wish to recline\, first come first serve. Chairs are also available for those who prefer or require a seated option. \nAbout the Facilitator \nShea Cunningham has taught yoga since 2004 and has been offering sound baths to the community for the past year. She is also a climate resilience expert and the founder of Balanced Approach\, where she leads the Culver City Sustainable Business Certification Program. Her work reflects a deep commitment to both personal well-being and community sustainability.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/sound-baths-with-shea-cunningham-5/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250626T202343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T163623Z
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SUMMARY:Afro-Contemporary Workshop with Bernard Brown/bbmoves & Defacto X
DESCRIPTION:This Afro-Contemporary dance technique class will challenge participants to engage body\, mind\, and spirit.\n\n\nFast-paced and educational\, this Afro-Contemporary dance technique class will challenge participants to engage body\, mind\, and spirit\, learn movement phrases\, push beyond “technique\,” and to explore their own individual performance choices throughout. Focusing on breath\, alignment\, rhythm and articulation\, this contemporary movement experience will incorporate many influences including Africanist movement technologies\, postmodern aesthetics\, and modern & contemporary dance techniques with a distinct emphasis on the foundational Katherine Dunham technique. Class will have live DJ accompaniment by DeFacto X. \nBio: \nBernard Brown is an award-winning Los Angeles-based performer\, choreographer\, arts activist\, and educator who situates their work at the intersection of Blackness\, Queerness\, and belonging. With an extensive performing career\, Bernard now serves as Executive Artistic Director of Bernard Brown/bbmoves – a social justice dance company\, choreographing for stage\, specific sites\, film\, and opera presented globally. Brown has received invitations\, residencies and commissions from On The Boards (Seattle)\, The Getty Museum (Los Angeles)\, the Centre de Développement Chorégraphique la Termitière (Burkina Faso)\, Dance Italia (Italy)\, The Music Center (Los Angeles)\, The Roy and Edna Disney/CalArts Theater (Los Angeles)\, Dance Mission Theater (San Francisco)\, danceBox (Japan)\, Johns Hopkins University\, National Immigration Law Center\, California African American Museum\, among others. Brown conducts lectures\, workshops\, and master classes internationally\, namely in Korea\, Panama\, Israel\, Burkina Faso\, Canada\, Puerto Rico\, Malta\, and Brazil\, and across the US various educational institutions and community-centered organizations. A first-generation college graduate\, Brown earned his MFA from University of California\, Los Angeles and BFA from Purchase College. He is an Assistant Professor of Dance at UC San Diego\, a Certified Katherine Dunham Technique Instructor\, and a California Arts Council Established Artist Fellow. The Los Angeles Times has called him “…the incomparable Bernard Brown…” \nThis workshop will take place in the A-Frame Theater at the Glorya Kaufman Community Center. Please enter through the ADA-accessible garden gate entrance from the parking lot\, which will open approximately 30 minutes before the workshop begins. The gate will close 20 minutes after the program starts. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing you can move in. \nPhoto by David B. Arenas
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/bernard-brown-bbmoves-dance-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T003000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250707T191108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T222157Z
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SUMMARY:Wende Museum Exhibition Tours: Counter/Surveillance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free guided tours of the Wende Museum’s exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency. \nExplore the origins of modern surveillance technologies and tactics in Counter/Surveillance\, tracing their development from the Cold War to today\, alongside the creative resistance of dissidents and artists. \nThis exhibition offers a powerful and highly relevant look at control and resistance in a world shaped by surveillance and censorship.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/wende-museum-exhibition-tours-counter-surveillance-41/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250716T154621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T181237Z
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SUMMARY:Wende Zine Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our inaugural Wende Zine Fest: featuring zine-making workshops\, clothed figure drawing sessions\, and over 40 exhibiting artists from all over LA! \nThe Wende is excited to host zinesters in a space shared with our unique collection of archival self-published magazines and periodicals from Eastern Bloc countries\, referred to as samizdat. \nAs part of our continued focus on connecting historic events with community art practice\, we’re bringing together local creators and independent voices to celebrate collective storytelling and freedom of expression. \nSchedule \n11:15–12:15 | Garbage Zines \nPresented by The Casual Creative \nLocation: A-Frame Theater \n11:30–12:30 | Figure Drawing with Aslan Scardina \nPresented by Heavy Manners Library \nLocation: Cotsen Learning Center \n12:30–1:30 | Sharing Fandom through Zines \nPresented by Genesis Perez & Iván Salinas (Beyond Baroque) \nLocation: A-Frame Theater \n1:00–2:00 | Figure Drawing with Aslan Scardina \nPresented by Heavy Manners Library \nLocation: Cotsen Learning Center \n1:45–2:45 | Zine-Making Workshop & Pop-Up Library \nPresented by Los Angeles Public Library \nLocation: A-Frame Theater \n2:15–3:15 | Figure Drawing with Aslan Scardina \nPresented by Heavy Manners Library \nLocation: Cotsen Learning Center \n3:00–4:00 | Mi Corazón: A Guided Zine Workshop for Self Expression \nPresented by Renee Roldan (LODO Zine) \nLocation: A-Frame Theater \nThis event was organized in partnership with the West LA Branch Public Library\, Heavy Manners Library\, CRASH Space\, Beyond Baroque Literary Arts\, and KONA Ice.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/wende-zine-fest/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T153000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250827T233545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T233545Z
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SUMMARY:Wende Museum Exhibition Tours: Counter/Surveillance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for guided tours of the exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency.\n\n\nJoin us for free guided tours of the Wende Museum’s exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency. \nExplore the origins of modern surveillance technologies and tactics in Counter/Surveillance\, tracing their development from the Cold War to today\, alongside the creative resistance of dissidents and artists. \nThis exhibition offers a powerful and highly relevant look at control and resistance in a world shaped by surveillance and censorship.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/wende-museum-exhibition-tours-counter-surveillance-52/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250803T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250803T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250716T154621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T204521Z
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SUMMARY:Samizdat Sundays and Other Subversions
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday in August\, join us for Samizdat Sundays—hands‑on textile workshops inspired by the spirit of creative resistance and DIY culture found in samizdat traditions. Each week offers a different project\, connecting archival stories of subversion with contemporary making. \nWe encourage participants to bring an item each week—a T‑shirt\, a pair of jeans\, or any textile you’re ready to transform\, repair\, or experiment with. \nAugust 3: Secret Messages on Any Textile – learn techniques to hide words and symbols in fabric. \nAugust 10: Tee Bag – transform and repurpose a T‑shirt into a bag. \nAugust 17: Visible Repair / Bellbottoms for the Adventurous – celebrate mending as art\, or reimagine old jeans with bold new flares. \nAugust 24: Secret Messages\, Part 2 – return to textile secrecy with new methods and layers. \nAugust 31: Communal Project: A Textile Exquisite Corpse – contribute to a collective\, evolving piece stitched together from everyone’s hands and ideas. \nEach session is free\, open to all skill levels\, and guided by artists who delight in subversion and play. Come for one or come for all—together we’ll stitch\, alter\, repair\, and imagine new forms of expression. \nAbout the teaching artist\nKate Ingold is an LA-based artist and poet working with the discarded\, the damaged\, and the worn out. Materials and methods include textiles\, collage\, photography\, video\, ceramics\, and performative installation. She works in series driven by conceptual concerns and is currently making work in two interwoven projects: Relics for Future Rituals and Damaged Goods/Small Repairs. \nRSVPs for this free program do not guarantee admission. Limited seating is available on a first come\, first served basis. \nAn ADA-accessible entrance to the Glorya Kaufman Community Center is available through the garden gate from the parking lot.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/samizdat-sundays-and-other-subversions-9/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250803T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250803T153000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250827T233545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T233545Z
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SUMMARY:Wende Museum Exhibition Tours: Counter/Surveillance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for guided tours of the exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency.\n\n\nJoin us for free guided tours of the Wende Museum’s exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency. \nExplore the origins of modern surveillance technologies and tactics in Counter/Surveillance\, tracing their development from the Cold War to today\, alongside the creative resistance of dissidents and artists. \nThis exhibition offers a powerful and highly relevant look at control and resistance in a world shaped by surveillance and censorship.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/wende-museum-exhibition-tours-counter-surveillance-53/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250803T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250803T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250621T001310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T200957Z
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SUMMARY:Tea Dances at the Glorya Kaufman Community Center
DESCRIPTION:Move\, mingle\, and unwind through the joyful rhythm of social dance.\n\n\nThe Wende Museum’s Tea Dance series invites you to move\, mingle\, and unwind through the joyful rhythm of social dance. Hosted in the Glorya Kaufman Community Center\, each session features different dance traditions\, ranging from Argentine tango to vintage swing\, led by local artists and dance instructors. No experience or partner required. \nTea dances originated in early 20th-century Britain and America as daytime socials\, often held in hotels and ballrooms\, offering live music\, light refreshments\, and a welcoming space for community connection. Revived in the queer communities of mid-century America\, the tradition evolved into a vibrant celebration of expression and belonging. \nIn that spirit\, our Sunday Tea Dances offer a space to unplug\, connect\, and move together. These afternoons are for everyone: curious beginners\, practiced dancers\, and people just looking to enjoy good music and warm company. \nCome for the class\, stay for the social\, and rediscover the art of togetherness. \nFree and open to all. Comfortable shoes are encouraged. \nSchedule: \nSunday\, August 3\, 3-6 pm\, LA Swing Dance Posse with Beach Cities Swing Band \nLA Swing Dance Posse with Beach Cities Swing Band (LASDP) is a non profit organization formed to honor contributions African Americans have made to vernacular jazz dance through performance and education. They teach the history of those styles\, ranging from the 1800’s to the present. This gives them the opportunity to fill in knowledge gaps of Swing dance history\, a history that has deep roots in Black culture. Their mission is to educate\, preserve\, promote\, teach and perform the vernacular jazz dances such as Savoy Swing\, Charleston\, and Lindy Hop dance. \nThe Beach Cities Swing Band (BCSB)\, founded in 2000 by members of the El Segundo Concert Band\, is a 17-piece big band with featured vocalists\, performing classics made famous by Count Basie\, Glenn Miller\, Duke Ellington\, Benny Goodman\, Ella Fitzgerald\, and Artie Shaw\, as well as modern swing arrangements and fresh takes on beloved tunes. Now operating under the South Bay Music Association\, the BCSB is dedicated to keeping the big band tradition alive and thriving. True to its name\, the band has performed throughout the South Bay’s beach cities—including Manhattan Beach\, Hermosa Beach\, Redondo Beach\, Torrance\, Palos Verdes Estates\, Long Beach\, Marina Del Rey\, Los Angeles\, and its home base of El Segundo. \nSunday\, August 17\, 3-6 pm\, Oxygen Tango \nDiscover the global language of tango in this one-hour beginner class led by Oxygen Tango\, a beloved LA-based school known for its welcoming\, connection-driven approach. You’ll learn the essentials of this improvised social dance and be ready to join the informal practica that follows—no partner needed. Just bring comfortable clothes\, shoes you can walk backward in\, and a spirit of curiosity. \nSunday\, August 31\, 3-6 pm\, Groove and Step
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/tea-dances-at-the-wende-3/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250806T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
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SUMMARY:Sound Baths with Shea Cunningham
DESCRIPTION:Take a pause and reconnect with your body\, breath\, and mind through a restorative sound bath led by Shea Cunningham\, a longtime yoga instructor\, sound healer\, and local sustainability leader. \nEach session begins with 15 to 20 minutes of gentle breathwork and grounding movement to help prepare the body to fully absorb the resonant tones of crystal bowls and other therapeutic instruments. The sound bath that follows supports the nervous system\, reduces anxiety\, and restores a sense of calm and balance. \nPlease bring a yoga mat and pillow if you plan to lie down. A limited number of meditation cushions will be available. The stage will be reserved for those who wish to recline\, first come first serve. Chairs are also available for those who prefer or require a seated option. \nAbout the Facilitator \nShea Cunningham has taught yoga since 2004 and has been offering sound baths to the community for the past year. She is also a climate resilience expert and the founder of Balanced Approach\, where she leads the Culver City Sustainable Business Certification Program. Her work reflects a deep commitment to both personal well-being and community sustainability.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/sound-baths-with-shea-cunningham-4/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250723T194549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T175126Z
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SUMMARY:Soup O'Tha Day: Cantilever Collective Dance Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Cantilever Collective for a transformative dance workshop that blends movement\, music\, and community.\n\n\nStep into the spontaneous spirit of Soup O’Tha Day\, a dance workshop series from Cantilever Collective that stirs up a nourishing mix of movement\, music\, and community. Each session is improvised\, ephemeral\, and open to all—no dance experience required. With live-mixed soundscapes\, playful prompts\, and space to move freely\, these workshops invite you to explore connection\, curiosity\, and joy through your own body’s language. \nOne day’s “special” will never be the same as the next. Come as you are. Move how you feel. \nAn ADA-accessible entrance to the Glorya Kaufman Community Center is available through the garden gate from the parking lot. It will open approximately 30 minutes before the program begins. \nRSVPs for this free program do not guarantee admission to the A-Frame Theater. Doors will open and seating will begin 15 minutes prior to the start of the program. Limited seating is available on a first come\, first served basis. Please note that doors will close promptly at the program’s start time and late entry will not be permitted.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/soup-otha-day-cantilever-collective-dance-workshop-8/
LOCATION:Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250808T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250808T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250827T233545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T233545Z
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SUMMARY:Wende Museum Exhibition Tours: Counter/Surveillance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for guided tours of the exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency.\n\n\nJoin us for free guided tours of the Wende Museum’s exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency. \nExplore the origins of modern surveillance technologies and tactics in Counter/Surveillance\, tracing their development from the Cold War to today\, alongside the creative resistance of dissidents and artists. \nThis exhibition offers a powerful and highly relevant look at control and resistance in a world shaped by surveillance and censorship.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/wende-museum-exhibition-tours-counter-surveillance-54/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250808T220000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250731T230302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T231047Z
UID:10000203-1754676000-1754690400@wendemuseum.org
SUMMARY:KCRW Summer Nights with the Wende Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the very first KCRW Summer Nights with the Wende Museum! It’s a smarty party with sets from KCRW DJs Chris Douridas and Francesca Harding. Expect a night of music\, conversation\, and learning together. Explore the Wende’s unparalleled collection of art and artifacts from the Cold War era and the exhibit Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency\, a groundbreaking exhibition featuring historical objects in conversation with contemporary artworks from across the globe. \nSCHEDULE\n6:00 – 8:00 PM KCRW DJ Chris Douridas\n8:00 – 10:00 PM KCRW DJ Francesca Harding \nGo Metro to summer fun! Wende Museum is accessible via Metro bus Line 33. Plan your trip at metro.net. See art along the way! Learn more about Metro Art at metro.net/art. \nBeen wanting to try Waymo? Use code KCRW30 for 30% off your first 3 Waymo rides. T&Cs apply\, check the Waymo One app for details. Download and ride today.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/kcrw-summer-nights-with-the-wende-museum/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250809T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250809T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T061956
CREATED:20250827T233545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T233545Z
UID:10000207-1754739000-1754742600@wendemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Wende Museum Exhibition Tours: Counter/Surveillance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for guided tours of the exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency.\n\n\nJoin us for free guided tours of the Wende Museum’s exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control\, Privacy\, Agency. \nExplore the origins of modern surveillance technologies and tactics in Counter/Surveillance\, tracing their development from the Cold War to today\, alongside the creative resistance of dissidents and artists. \nThis exhibition offers a powerful and highly relevant look at control and resistance in a world shaped by surveillance and censorship.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/wende-museum-exhibition-tours-counter-surveillance-55/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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