Upcoming Events Throughout the State

Sonoma Wine Tour
A carefree bus trip to the wine country, featuring history, lunch, and of course – wine tasting. Presented by the Moya Libary/Ross Historical Society. For info call Ingrid Gallagher: (415) 454-9208.

3rd Annual John Marsh Gala Dinner
3rd Annual John Marsh Gala Dinner on the Historic Stone House grounds, Brentwood Fundraising event and auction to raise funds to SAVE THE JOHN MARSH HOUSE! Presented by the John Marsh Historic Trust.

Tickets available at www.JohnMarshHouse.com or call (925) 459-2541

Design for Carnaval
Carnaval is one of the most important events in the city of Coyolillo, located in Veracruz. This celebration illustrates that the city is in many ways more connected to African and Caribbean culture than that of inland Mexico. In the spirit of Carnaval, design a costume for this festive event. Karla Williams guides the workshop. Ages 7 to adult. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For reservations call (213) 744-2024.

The Sugar's at the Bottom of the Cup
Elda Del Bino Willitts was seven years old when her family traveled from Genoa to New York. Crossed the United States by train to settle in San Francisco in the age of gas street lights and cattle pastures in Cow Hollow. For journalist Patricia Lynn Henley, one of the pleasures of co-writing Elda's memoir, The Sugar's at the Bottom of the Cup, was exploring Elda's detailed memories of her San Francisco childhood. In this presentation Patricia will discuss how she approached weaving those varied recollections into an entrancing tale, and what she learned along the way.

St. Philip's Catholic Church, 24th & Diamond Streets. Doors open at 7 p.m. and there is a $5 admission fee for non-members. For further information please call SFHA at 415-750-9986.

Ross, California: the People, the Places, the History
The Moya/RHS Authors Committee will host the public release of this new book to commemorate the centennial of the incorporation of the Town of Ross. Books will be available for purchase and signing. This event will be held in the MAGC Garden Room.The program begins at 11:00 a.m., and last for about one hour. Following each presentation is an informal “meet the speaker” wine and nibbles reception. A donation of $5.00 per person is requested. For more information call (415) 258-9595.

Old Woodside Store Day
The San Mateo County Historical Association presents this annual family event that focuses on the history of the 1854 Woodside Store and the logging activities once prevalent in the area. Activities include a horse drawn wagon ride, sawing with a two-man saw, making shingles with a mallet and a froe, rope making, butter churning, pie eating and seed spitting contests, creating rag dolls, washing clothes the old fashioned way, and other activities of the 19th century. All activities are free. For more information call 650-299-0104.

Mexican Musical Roots/workshop & performance
Son Jarocho, Mexican music unique to Veracruz, combines indigenous, African and Spanish rhythms. Stomp your feet, sing and play Son del Centro, a group of students, teachers and activists dedicated to exposing people of all ages and backgrounds to Mexican traditions, presents this interactive musical workshop. For more information visit www.caamuseum.org.

Conversations at CAAM: Journeys, Issues, & Insights
Featuring Judge Terry Hatter, Jr. pioneer jurist on the Federal Branch. Appointed by President Jimmy Carter in 1979, Judge Terry J. Hatter Jr. continues to sit as a U.S. District Judge for the Central District of California, the largest federal court in the nation. Interviewed by Judge William C. Beverly, Jr. (RET.). For more information, please call 213-744-2056.

African By Legacy, Mexican By Birth
Writer Marco Villalobos discusses his experiences of the Afro-Mexican communiites of Oaxaca, Guerrero and Veracruz traveling with photographer Ayana V. Jackson. Both collaborated on an exhibit and book titled African by Legacy, Mexican by Birth. Following the Q & A, Mr. Villalobos will sign copies of the book. For more information visit www.caamuseum.org.

Celebration of the Peninsula's Diversity: Immigrants Day Festival!
Immigrants Day Festival features performance groups representing Japan, Mexico, Italy, China, Portugal, Ireland and Philippines on Courthouse Square stage from noon until 4 p.m. Take a "taste" of cultural food by purchasing a food tasting card for $5. Children can make crafts specific to each cultural group. Featuring Hiyas Philippine Folk Dance Company, Casa de la Cultura Quetzalcoatl, Murphy Irish Dancers, Far East Dragon Lion Dance Association, Trio Amore Sings Italian Opera and Show Tunes, and Portuguese Singer-Ramana Vieira. For more information call 650-299-0104.

What Happened to the Voodoo Queen in Mexico?
Dr. Patrick Polk, lecturer/senior museum scientist in the UCLA Department of World Arts and Cultures explores the presence of African traditional religion and spiritual practice in Mexico while emphasizing the colonial period and how these ritual practices relate to the broader African Diaspora. For more information visit www.caamuseum.org.

The Annual Moya Library Ross Historical Society Fundraiser
Bestselling author Julie Flynn Siler will talk about her book THE HOUSE OF MONDAVI: The Rise and Fall of an American Wine Dynasty Books will be available for purchase and signing. Following the presentation, there will be a wine reception and an alfresco catered luncheon around the Memorial Pool. The First Friday Forenoon lectures are held in the Livermore Pavilion at the Marin Art & Garden Center. The program begins at 11:00 a.m., and last for about one hour. Following each presentation is an informal “meet the speaker” wine and nibbles reception. A donation of $5.00 per person is requested. For more information call (415) 258-9595.

Be Part of History: Legacy Oral History Program, Museum of Performance & Design
This stimulating and informative three-day workshop will provide the training necessary for participants to launch their own oral history projects. While drawing on references and examples in the performing arts, the workshop will be equally appropriate for those involved in anthropology, institutional history, social history, family history, personal history, master’s or doctoral studies, or other projects.

The 13th annual oral history workshop will be carefully designed to match the experience levels of all participants— beginning, intermediate, or advanced. The lecture/discussion format will also include opportunities to apply the material presented.  The workshop will cover:

• Project Design
• Legal/Ethical Issues
• Technology
• Interviewing
• Transcription
• Editing
• Creating a research quality document

Fee:  $300, before May 1st;   $350 after May 1st.

Fee includes syllabus/guidebook containing all the material taught in the workshop, special readings, and other vital information. In order to give personal attention to each participant and project, the workshop is strictly limited to 22 participants.  Pre-registration required. Two partial scholarships (half tuition) are available. Apply by May 1.

Contact: legacyoralhistory@gmail.com      
Call 415-255-4800, ext. *823 for information and registration.

"Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears"
The San Mateo County History Museum will present Stories from the Past, a pre-school children's storytime. Come hear an African tale that tries to explain the annoying buzz of mosquitoes. After the reading, make a cut-out picture like those in the book and explore the temporary exhibit, Oustanding African Americans in San Mateo County. For more information, please call 650-299-0104 or visit www.historysmc.org.

Annual Meeting
The Annual Meeting for all Moya Library/RHS members and guests, will be held in the Livermore Pavilion. There will be a short business meeting, followed by a presentation featuring photos celebrating the 2008 Centennial of the incorporation of the Town of Ross. A wine reception and luncheon by the Memorial Pool will follow.  Further details available later. The First Friday Forenoon lectures are held in the Livermore Pavilion at the Marin Art & Garden Center. The program begins at 11:00 a.m., and last for about one hour. Following each presentation is an informal “meet the speaker” wine and nibbles reception. A donation of $5.00 per person is requested. For more information call (415) 258-9595.

Louise Boyd, Marin County's Daughter of Fortune
Marin History Museum’s Curator Dawn Laurent will share photos and stories that describe the life and adventures of Arctic Explorer Louise Arner Boyd. The First Friday Forenoon lectures are held in the Livermore Pavilion at the Marin Art & Garden Center. The program begins at 11:00 a.m., and last for about one hour. Following each presentation is an informal “meet the speaker” wine and nibbles reception. A donation of $5.00 per person is requested. For more information call (415) 258-9595.

Levi Strauss & Co.
The history of this internationally known clothier and their icon Levi’s Jeans will be explained by Historian and author Lynn Downey. See the oldest pair of jeans in the world! Her book Levi Strauss & Co will be available for purchase and signing. The First Friday Forenoon lectures are held in the Livermore Pavilion at the Marin Art & Garden Center. The program begins at 11:00 a.m., and last for about one hour. Following each presentation is an informal “meet the speaker” wine and nibbles reception. A donation of $5.00 per person is requested. For more information call (415) 258-9595.