Community Action
Amid funding cuts and deportation threats, Westwood prioritizes community and culture
The Safe Summer Kick Off is a Westwood tradition. It almost didn’t happen this year because of funding and attendance concerns.
Cooking Through Generations: A Thai Family’s Culinary Journey
This is a short-form interview series that pairs younger generations with older adults as they explore the world together on trishaw bikes. The show is inspired by the global non-profit, Cycling Without Age, which takes older adults on trishaw outings to feel the wind in their hair. From the Santa Barbara coastline to Barcelona beaches, each episode unlocks the lived experiences of today’s olde
Cooking Through Generations: A Thai Family’s Culinary Journey
Season 1 Episode 6 | 11m 10s | CC
For over forty years, the Pichetrungsi family has run Anajak Thai in Sherman Oaks, CA. Now son Justin leads the kitchen, reimagining family recipes as head chef. During a sunny ride at their neighborhood park, they share stories of immigrant dreams, growing up in the restaurant, and the evolution from neighborhood favorite to critically acclaimed destination.
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Durango students celebrate Indigenous culture through traditional games
On Indigenous Peoples' Day, the Durango School District invited children and community members to participate in traditional Indigenous games, including Double Ball, Arrow Throw, and Scream and Run.
Rocky Mountain PBS
Culture, kimchi and community at 9,000 feet
The Korean Cultural Heritage Camp offers adopted children from South Korean and their adoptive families a chance to learn more about South Korean culture and community.
