Happenings June 29 - July 6th

 

                                                                               

The High Museum of Art is paying homage to Faith Ringgold, the woman who many consider the godmother of quilting, with Faith Ringgold: Seeing Children. The whimsical exhibition features her work as the author of children's books with more than 100 pieces of artwork including drawings from her childreen's books.  Ringgold who was a lifelong educator, perceived children as artists in their own right delighting in creativity and imagination. The exhibit runs through Octoebr 27, 2025. For more information visit high.org.

While strolling through Paris visit Le Bon Marche River Gauche to see how the department store has been transformed into a seaside escape with Tout Beau et Tout Bronzé. Le Bon Marche River Gauche, or The Good Market, qA the very first department store in the world to open in 1852 in Paris. The orginal concept was to create a central shopping locale that connects with all the senses, and they remained true to the vision with the latest immersive experience. Each floor features a different take on sunny destinations and runs through August 24, 2025. For more information go to the LVMH instagram page. 

                                                             

There's been a lot of talk about Nas and his skills as an MC. The debate ends on July 5th when he takes the stage with the Atlanta Pops Orchestra to show the world he'll always be at the top of eveyone's list of the best  lyricists. Nas who dropped his first album in 1994 went on to become one of the most prolific rappers of his time. Incorporating elements like violins in his music i.e the song "Nas is like" is just one of many examples of how the style of Nasir Jones is enhanced by the presence of a full orchestra. For more information and to purchase tickets go to aso.org. 

Nothing goes better with a luxury picnic than blueberries and July 5th and 6th the two come together in Poolesville, Md to form a perfect girls trip trine with the sun. Enjoy a two hour luxury picnic for four people where you can pick your own blueberries, delight in a charcuterie by Grace & Savor, enjoy 2.5 quarts of blueberries and sparkling water. Guests are encouraged to bring wine, a camera and have fun. For more information visit the Farm At Home Instagram page. 

For enjoying hot times in The City, Lincoln Center is offering free and choose what you pay performances-perfect for people with kids or those who just want to kick back at a free show. The series includes Dance Storytime with Careitha Davis, Free Social Dance concerts, Run AMOC Festival featuring opera, dance and music, Brazil week, jazz and more. For more information check ot Lincoln Center's SummerForTheCity.org.

                                                                     

LACMA is opening the new David Geffin Galleries, but not before they give members and NEXGENLA a sneak peek before any art s installed. The new building is designed by Pritzker Prize winning architect Peter Zumthor and features an elevated design that makes way for an open space that will be home to a new public art collection. On July 3rd - 5th  the museum is hosting daytime member previews. Then on July 6th NexGenLA is hosting an all day event including family friendly activities including hands on art workshops, a scavenger hunt, tours and puppet walkabouts. To learn more visit lacma.org.