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The Health Effects of Loneliness and Isolation

Human beings are social creatures with a powerful fundamental need to’ belong.’ Join in an online discussion with Dr. Rebecca Boxer of UC Davis Healthy Aging on this topic. She will share insights, data and recent research on the health and psychological effects of isolation and prolonged loneliness. Time for audience Q & A will

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The Earth BioGenome Project

In the midst of a global biodiversity crisis, the Earth BioGenome Project began sequencing and cataloging the genomes of all known plant, animal and certain microbal species – 1.8 million! Learn the status of this extraodinary venture from co-founder, UCD emeritus professor Harris Lewin. Presented by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute in person and live via

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Reception: 50th Anniversary Contemporary California Native Art

GORMAN MUSEUM. Tour the new museum, catch the final day of the inaugural exhibition, and hear from two celebrated California Native artists—Lyn Risling (Karuk, Yurok and Hupa), a painter who expresses her perspective on cultural continuum through traditional and contemporary experiences, and Gerald Clarke (Cahuilla), who works in diverse media from sculpture and painting to performance. 2p—5p. Free

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Yoga Nidra

BAREFOOT YOGA STUDIO. Yoga Nidra is a powerful guided meditation that allows you to release tension, anxiety and opens you up to deep peace. This session provides a restful journey that includes yoga techniques like pranayama, mindfulness, a powerful truthful statement and as sacred mantras with music. 7p—8p. $10

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A Conversation with Misty Copeland

MONDAVI CENTER. Join us for a one-on-one conversation with groundbreaking ballerina, philanthropist and bestselling author Misty Copeland. Speaking from her unique point of view as the first Black woman principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre, Copeland will share how strong women mentors helped her achieve her dreams, and how she strives to do the same for young people today. Our alumnae panel will also showcase women mentors, who are breaking barriers for future leaders. 1p—3:30p. $55—$89

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