March 31, 2011

"April Ful's Night" offers a look at current Middle East events through art, culture

"Ful," Egypt's national dish made of mashed fava beans, will be served together with roasted goat at Friday night's event at the Oakland Museum of California, when "April Ful's Night" visitors will share a communal meal and talk about the latest developments in the Middle East.
The event is about "combining cultural work with social dialogue," says Rene De Guzman, Senior Curator of Art, adding, "You have people over for dinner, you discuss what's on your mind, and that's what we'll do on that night.

Friday, April 1st
6–7pm : Communal Meal
7–9pm : Talks, Performances, Music, Conversation

Admission: free, gallery admission half-price
Visitors are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on.
Oakland Museum of California
1000 Oak St.
Oakland, CA 94607


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