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"I was moved by how comfortable and safe I felt to be in my full expression at Sovern."
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What's on...
Navigating the Heart in 2025
On View May 29 - September 13, 2025
Opening Reception Thursday. May 29, 2025 | 7 pm - 9 pm
Upcoming programs...
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Media Literacy to Heal from a Propagandized Narrative
Thursday, July 10th | 7 PM - 9 PM Hosted by Marbella Calvillo Villa In collaboration with COYOTL, a radical world building VFX house, and SOVERN LA, an intersectional community center, we bring you a live six part series on Media Literacy to heal from a propagandized narrative. We will be using the fundamental skills of Media Literacy to identify the colonialist structures in film and television and by doing so unlearning these structures for the purpose of telling better more authentic stories. Register here |
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Qi Cultivation + Earseed Training
Saturday & Sunday, July 12th & 13th 10 am - 10:45 am Ear-seed treatment and training allows us to skill-up as we do community acupressure in the tradition of the Young Lords and Black Panthers. In an "each one teach one" model, we increase access to this elegantly simple, highly effective, non-invasive treatment modality. Learn breathwork, embodiment, and energy (qi) cultivation you can do at home and with your loved ones. These practices help us lower our cortisol and adrenaline so that we can feel safer and freer in our bodies. Register here |
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Be in Community
Sunday, July 13th | 2 pm - 4 pm Do you have ideas about community building? Facilitated by Nordia Simmonds, the “Be in Community” workgroup meets Sundays at Sovern to sit and discuss as a community. This is an opportunity to talk through themes such as belonging, safety, and mutual aid, with a goal of creating the relationships and connections we want for our collective healing. Sign up here |
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Exploring the Versatility of Water-Mixable Oils
Monday - Friday, July 14 - 18th | 9 am - 12 pm This course is designed to introduce high school students to the exciting world of painting using water-mixable oils. Our time together will provide an introduction to the rich and versatile world of oil painting while fostering their creativity and artistic skills. This medium offers a safe and accessible alternative to traditional oil paints, eliminating the need for harsh solvents and creating a more enjoyable and healthy learning environment. Please note that this is a week-long course; by signing up for this course, your student will be signed up for all 5 classes. Due to limited spots, please plan on attending each class. Register here |
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Monday Night Drawing Sessions
Monday, July 14th | 7 pm - 9 pm A welcoming space for people of any drawing level to gather and draw. Featuring a still life setup, ideal for beginners and a stepping stone toward life drawing. Offering a relaxed environment for a few hours of creative expression each week. Register here |
