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It Starts with Anger: An Afternoon with James Spooner and Henry Rollins
Sunday, August 23, 2:00 pm
Honor the enduring legacy of punk's trailblazers while looking toward its vibrant future. This special event welcomes acclaimed novelist and filmmaker James Spooner, celebrating the release of his new book, It Starts with Anger: A Punk Beginning. An AFROPUNK Ending., featuring a documentary screening and conversation with special guest Henry Rollins.
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A Palace in Time: Welcoming Shabbat
Friday, August 28, 5:30 pm
Explore this exhibition, take part in an artist conversation with Lisa Edelstein and Robert Russell, and enjoy wine, challah, and light bites in a relaxed Kabbalat Shabbat–inspired gathering.
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Blitzkrieg Bop: One Song Podcast Live at the Skirball
Sunday, September 6, 2:00 pm
Blake “Luxxury” Robin and Diallo Riddle break down the song that started it all: "Blitzkrieg Bop" by the Ramones. Hear the untold stories of this punk prophecy that launched punk in the United States. Hey ho, let’s go!
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More Than Just Talk with Jessie Kornberg, featuring Noel Massie
Wednesday, September 16, 9:45 am
Noel Massie, author of Congrats! You've Been Promoted, a practical guide for helping new leaders build trust, develop people, and create high-performing teams, joins us to share his unique insights about leading with wisdom and confidence.
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New Taste Frontiers: Foods of La Frontera with Pati Jinich
Sunday, October 11, 2:00 pm
Pati Jinich, acclaimed chef, New York Times bestselling author, and star of the James Beard Award–winning PBS series La Frontera with Pati Jinich and Pati’s Mexican Table, shares recipes and stories from her new cookbook of 125 recipes, Foods of La Frontera, which celebrates the rich cultures and foods from where the US and Mexico meet.
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2026 Midterm Elections: Understanding California's Statewide Ballot Measures
Sunday, October 18, 1:00 pm
The Skirball welcomes the return of League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles and former League president, Mona Field, to examine statewide ballot measures in the upcoming November 2026 midterm general election. The League will unpack fourteen propositions, offering non-partisan insight on often perplexing propositions and ballot measures. Participants will join Mona as they master their understanding of ballot language and meaning.
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