BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:America/Detroit X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Detroit BEGIN:VEVENT UID:34942@arabamerica.com DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T100000 DTSTAMP:20250806T043911Z URL:https://www.arabamerica.com/events/embroidery-social-open-air/ SUMMARY:Embroidery Social - Open-Air DESCRIPTION:A Morning of Creative Connection and Cultural Celebration\n\nJo in us for rejuvenating mornings with @folk.lounge\, set in some of Los Ang eles’ most inspiring locations. This is more than an embroidery gatherin g—it's a sanctuary where creativity\, community\, and cultural storytell ing come alive through needle and thread. Whether you're just beginning or have been stitching for years\, you're invited to bring a project or star t something new\, and immerse yourself in a circle that nurtures both skil l and soul.\n\nLet’s celebrate the rich tapestry of global stitch tradit ions\, honoring Armenian\, Ukrainian\, Russian\, European\, Scandinavian\, Japanese\, Pacific Islander\, Asian\, Iranian\, Palestinian\, Middle East ern\, Tusian\, Moroccan\, Ethiopian\, African\, Mexican\, Guatemalan\, Per uvian\, and Indigenous American heritage. Every culture and thread tells a story\, and together\, we weave new connections and memories.\n\nCome as you are\, and leave inspired. Post your stories and photos with #folkloung e\, and be part of a vibrant\, growing community that cherishes craft\, cu lture\, and connection.\n\n✥✥✥ "Every stitch carries a whisper from the past\, a light from the future. I created this series to connect gener ations through shared spaces where we can learn\, create\, and celebrate t ogether. With roots in Armenian and Russian culture\, I’m drawn to the l anguage of ornament—and when I started embroidery\, I knew it would be f ar more joyful as a collective experience." — Shagoh\, Founder\n\nFlow T ogether\n\n Come &\; Go Freely: This is a relaxed\, open event—arriv e and leave as suits you.\n Seating: We gather on large blankets in shade d areas\; feel free to bring a chair or cushion for extra comfort.\n Brin g Essentials: Water\, snacks\, and sun protection (hats\, caps\, or long s leeves) are recommended as the day warms. This is a substance-free space.\ n Parking: We choose spots with accessible\, free public parking. Carpool ing is encouraged! On busy weekends\, lots may fill up\, but additional fr ee parking is usually available nearby.\n Weather: Rain or shine\, we con tinue! If it rains\, we'll gather indoors or under a sheltered area.For Be ginners: All levels and genders are welcome! Just a needle\, thread\, and fabric square will get you started. First-timers can use our starter kits\ , and if you already have supplies at home\, bring them along for more opt ions. Have extra supplies? Donate them to our community! Check out Remaind ers\, a local reuse shop with free and discounted materials.\n\nFor Experi enced Crafters: Bring your favorite supplies and whatever inspires you.\n\ nFor Parents: This event is kid &\; teen friendly and neurodivergent-in clusive. Parental supervision is required\, and many venues have nearby pl aygrounds to accommodate little ones.\n\nFor Elders: Bring your loved ones ! Make sure they know about the setup so they can bring anything they need for comfort. We’d love to welcome them and hope they’ll join us again .Flow Together\n\n Come &\; Go Freely: This is a relaxed\, open event —arrive and leave as suits you.\n Seating: We gather on large blankets in shaded areas\; feel free to bring a chair or cushion for extra comfort. \n Bring Essentials: Water\, snacks\, and sun protection (hats\, caps\, o r long sleeves) are recommended as the day warms. This is a substance-free space.\n Parking: We choose spots with accessible\, free public parking. Carpooling is encouraged! On busy weekends\, lots may fill up\, but addit ional free parking is usually available nearby.\n Weather: Rain or shine\ , we continue! If it rains\, we'll gather indoors or under a sheltered are a.For Beginners: All levels and genders are welcome! Just a needle\, threa d\, and fabric square will get you started. First-timers can use our start er kits\, and if you already have supplies at home\, bring them along for more options. Have extra supplies? Donate them to our community! Check out Remainders\, a local reuse shop with free and discounted materials.\n\nFo r Experienced Crafters: Bring your favorite supplies and whatever inspires you.\n\nFor Parents: This event is kid &\; teen friendly and neurodive rgent-inclusive. Parental supervision is required\, and many venues have n earby playgrounds to accommodate little ones.\n\nFor Elders: Bring your lo ved ones! Make sure they know about the setup so they can bring anything t hey need for comfort. We’d love to welcome them and hope they’ll join us again.\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.arabamerica.com/wp-content/uploads/2 025/08/IMG_0326.jpeg LOCATION:Barnsdall Art Park Picnic Lawn\, 4800 Hollywood Boulevard\, Los An geles\, CA\, 90027\, United States GEO:34.099986;-118.294366 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=4800 Hollywood Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90027\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Barnsd all Art Park Picnic Lawn:geo:34.099986,-118.294366 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles X-LIC-LOCATION:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20250309T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR