Thu, Sept 8, 7 PM
The WIRED Speakers Series and ALOUD present
“The ‘Cradle to Cradle’
Design Protocol”
In conversation with
Thomas Goetz, Articles Editor, WIRED Magazine
The world-renowned sustainable architect—one of the main proponents of “The Next
Industrial Revolution”— discusses ecologically, socially and economically intelligent architectural solutions.
ZÓCALO
“The Terminator,
John Updike, and
Asian Americana”
Chang, author of five novels, including a mystery trilogy featuring a Korean-American detective, discusses his role as an Asian American writer, his influences, his concerns, and his intentions.
Heir to the
Glimmering World
In conversation with author/critic
David L. Ulin
One of America’s most graceful literary stylists offers grand storytelling inspired by the real-life Christopher Robin.
World Festival of Sacred Music and ALOUD present
Performed by Robert Een and
the Mystical All-Star Band
Obie-award winning composer Robert Een and the Mystical All-Star Band—Gwen Wyatt; Sizzle Ohtaka; Yuval Ron; Mader; Billy Goodrum; M.B. Gordy—draw on diverse musical and spiritual traditions to present a musical vision of a guest house, a refuge for travelers on pilgrimage.
Tickets: $7.00 general admission;
$5.00 Library Associates and students with i.d. Cash only, payable at the door.
Thu, Sept 22, 7 PM
Thirteen Ways of
Looking at the Novel
In conversation with novelist
Marianne Wiggins
Two great writers celebrate the novel—from the 1,000 year-old Tale of Genji to Zadie Smith’s recent bestseller White Teeth; from classics to little-known gems.
The Life of David
The former U.S. Poet Laureate fearlessly plumbs the depths of King David’s life.
“Art and Life: Finding the Thread: L.A. Diary with Peter Sellars”
Screening and discussion with the filmmaker
Goldovskaya’s inquisitive lens offers an intimate glimpse into the life and art of Peter Sellars, one of the most prominent and controversial theatre, opera, and television directors in the world.
