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SUMMARY:A Celebration of Cool\, part of the Roots of Cool Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World  exhibition\, celebrate shade throughout Los Angeles at A Celebration of Cool! This day-long event will include panel discussions on shade equity\, a thermal imaging booth\, a heat scavenger hunt\, a giant puppet parade\, tree give-aways\, art workshops and more. \nWhy attend: These educational\, action-oriented events will offer activities for the whole family and invite everyone to take action. Roots of Cool explores the topic of shade equity as installations throughout the gardens and in the gallery\, featuring 13 women artists and an art collective\, invite visitors to connect to and cultivate appreciation for the life-giving role trees play in making urban neighborhoods livable. \nCost: Entry to this event is included in the price of admission or membership\, no event registration required. See event page here. \nWhen: Saturday\, August 2\, 2025\, from 10:00am-4:00pm \nLocation: Descanso Gardens\, 1418 Descanso Dr\, La Cañada Flintridge\, CA 91011 \nHosted by: Descanso Gardens\, with curation by Edith de Guzman of UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation and Jolly de Guzman. This exhibition and its programs were curated in partnership with UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation\, University of California Division of Agriculture & Natural Resources\, Los Angeles Center for Urban Natural Resources Sustainability\, TreePeople\, USDA Forest Service\, Arroyo Arts Collective\, The Nature of Cities\, Avenue 50 Studio\, USC Public Exchange\, Dashboard.Earth\, and Accelerate Resilience Los Angeles. \nRoots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World runs from July 12-October 12\, 10am-4pm daily at the Sturt Haaga Gallery\, the Boddy House\, and throughout the Gardens. Entry to the exhibition is included in the price of admission or membership. Learn more here.
URL:https://luskin.ucla.edu/event/a-celebration-of-cool-part-of-the-roots-of-cool-art-exhibition
LOCATION:Descanso Gardens\, 1418 Descanso Dr\, La Cañada Flintridge\, CA\, 91011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Climate Change,Community Impact,Environment,For Faculty,For Students,Luskin Center,School of Public Affairs,UCLA,Undergraduate,Urban Planning
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SUMMARY:Made in the Shade Event at Descanso Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Descanso Gardens in a whole new way through Cultivate\, a monthly series that features tours\, workshops\, live demonstrations\, and music throughout the gardens. July’s theme “Made in the Shade\,” will compliment the exhibition Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World\, which features curation by Edith de Guzman of UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation and Jolly de Guzman. \nWhy attend: Roots of Cool explores the topic of shade equity as installations throughout the gardens and in the gallery\, featuring 13 women artists and an art collective\, invite visitors to connect to and cultivate appreciation for the life-giving role trees play in making urban neighborhoods livable. \nCost: Entry to this event is included in the price of admission or membership\, no event registration required. See event page here. \nWhen: Friday\, July 25\, 2025\, from 4:30-7:00pm \nLocation: Descanso Gardens\, 1418 Descanso Dr\, La Cañada Flintridge\, CA 91011 \nHosted by: Descanso Gardens\, with curation by Edith de Guzman of UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation and Jolly de Guzman. This exhibition and its programs were curated in partnership with UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation\, University of California Division of Agriculture & Natural Resources\, Los Angeles Center for Urban Natural Resources Sustainability\, TreePeople\, USDA Forest Service\, Arroyo Arts Collective\, The Nature of Cities\, Avenue 50 Studio\, USC Public Exchange\, Dashboard.Earth\, and Accelerate Resilience Los Angeles. \nRoots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World runs from July 12-October 12\, 10am-4pm daily at the Sturt Haaga Gallery\, the Boddy House\, and throughout the Gardens. Entry to the exhibition is included in the price of admission or membership. Learn more here. \nSchedule:\nThermogram Photo Booth \n\nUse a specialized photo booth that uses infrared technology to capture heat signatures and bodily heat maps.\n4:30–7pm\n\nSummer Tree Care Workshop \n\nSummer in Los Angeles County can get HOT. Learn about how to help your trees beat the heat in this workshop.\n5–5:45pm\n6–6:45pm\n\nHeat Scavenger Hunt \n\nLed by Descanso Gardens docents\, explore the gardens with the use of a digital thermometer to explore heat and climatic zones.\n4:30–7pm\n\nHands-on Craft  \n\nGet crafty with us at Cultivate!\n4:30–7pm\n\nAsk an Expert \n\nMeet a member of the Horticultural department and ask any questions you might have.\n4:30–7pm\n\nFlashdance DJs \n\nEnjoy a mix of classic hits and contemporary songs by our popular guest DJs.\n4:30–7pm
URL:https://luskin.ucla.edu/event/made-in-the-shade-event-at-descanso-gardens
LOCATION:Descanso Gardens\, 1418 Descanso Dr\, La Cañada Flintridge\, CA\, 91011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Climate Change,Community Impact,Environment,For Faculty,For Students,Luskin Center,School of Public Affairs,UCLA,Undergraduate,Urban Planning
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SUMMARY:Roots of Cool Art Exhibition: Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening reception of Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World a series of indoor and outdoor art installations at the Sturt Haaga Gallery and Boddy House of Descanso Gardens. Meet the curators\, Edith de Guzman of UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation and Jolly de Guzman\, and enjoy a no-host bar and live music. \nWhy attend: Roots of Cool invites visitors to connect to and cultivate appreciation for the life-giving role trees play in making urban neighborhoods livable. \nWhen: Friday\, July 11\, 2025\, from 5-7pm. Admission to Descanso is free on July 11 from 5–7pm for the opening reception. RSVPs are not required to attend the event. \nLocation: Sturt Haaga Gallery and Boddy House\, Descanso Gardens\, 1418 Descanso Dr\, La Cañada Flintridge\, CA 91011 \nHosted by: Descanso Gardens\, with curation by Edith de Guzman and Jolly de Guzman. This exhibition and its programs were curated in partnership with UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation\, University of California Division of Agriculture & Natural Resources\, Los Angeles Center for Urban Natural Resources Sustainability\, TreePeople\, USDA Forest Service\, Arroyo Arts Collective\, The Nature of Cities\, Avenue 50 Studio\, USC Public Exchange\, Dashboard.Earth\, and Accelerate Resilience Los Angeles. \nRoots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World runs from July 12-October 12\, 10am-4pm daily at the Sturt Haaga Gallery\, the Boddy House\, and throughout the Gardens. Learn more here.
URL:https://luskin.ucla.edu/event/roots-of-cool-art-exhibition-opening-reception
LOCATION:Descanso Gardens\, 1418 Descanso Dr\, La Cañada Flintridge\, CA\, 91011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Climate Change,Community Impact,Environment,For Faculty,For Students,Luskin Center,School of Public Affairs,UCLA,Urban Planning
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