CALENDAR | NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
The fabric of war, remembrance at San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles
"Weavings of War: Fabrics of Memory"
Textile artworks depicting the profound effects of modern warfare make their only West Coast appearance in San Jose. An embroidered "memory cloth" from South Africa and a Hmong "story cloth" are among the works created mostly by women from Central and Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Latin America and South Africa. Companion exhibits include "Woven Witness: Afghan War Rugs" and "Patriot Art," which includes the 9/11 Memorial Tapestry.
When, where: Through Sept. 23 at the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles, 520 S. 1st St. Opening reception 3 p.m. July 22.
Admission: $6.50, free for kids 12 and younger.
Info: (408) 971-0323, Ext. 14, www.sjquiltmuseum.org.
 The French built this place before the Americans took it over. There are a couple of big lakes next door. |
 A list of getaway destinations to help you tap the West's cache of sights. |
Fourth of July: Fireworks shows, parades & parties in L.A., Las Vegas, San Diego
Maybe you have Fourth of July weekend plans, maybe you don't. But these fun Fourth of July ...
Read more »
Users' Favorites
Taking restless Southern California on vacation
Los Angeles Times e-mail newsletter, delivered every Thursday
wherever it appears.