Discover how astronomer Vera Rubin's persistence led to the groundbreaking discovery of dark matter, a concept now fundamental to understanding our universe. Despite initial dismissal and facing

Discover how astronomer Vera Rubin's persistence led to the groundbreaking discovery of dark matter, a concept now fundamental to understanding our universe. Despite initial dismissal and facing barriers as a woman in science, Rubin's work revealed that astronomical objects exaggerate gravity's grip, earning her the National Medal of Science and posthumous honors like the Vera C. Rubin Observatory.

Join us for this "Good Lit" series event on August 26, 2021, featuring Ashley Jean Yeager, author of *Bright Galaxies, Dark Matter, and Beyond: The Life of Astronomer Vera Rubin*, in conversation with George Hammond. Learn more and subscribe:

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Join INFORUM on October 20 for Bryant Terry, acclaimed chef and author of *Black Food: Stories, Art, and Recipes from Across the African Diaspora*. He will explore the depth and breadth of Black

Join INFORUM on October 20 for Bryant Terry, acclaimed chef and author of *Black Food: Stories, Art, and Recipes from Across the African Diaspora*. He will explore the depth and breadth of Black foodways, celebrating its diverse creations and creators.

Also, mark November 19 at 6 pm for the Commonwealth Club’s Virtual Gala, honoring women's leadership in science and medicine. The Commonwealth Club of California is the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum.

Learn more about these events, explore upcoming programs, become a member, or watch/listen to content at commonwealthclub.org. For the gala, visit commonwealthclub.org/2021gala or text Club2021 to 41444.

The East Bay Sanctuary, founded in 1982, assists refugees, particularly Maya, fleeing violence and persecution from Central America's Northern Triangle. With 5 attorneys, 9 paralegals, and

The East Bay Sanctuary, founded in 1982, assists refugees, particularly Maya, fleeing violence and persecution from Central America's Northern Triangle. With 5 attorneys, 9 paralegals, and volunteers, it has helped thousands, anticipating its 4,000th asylum case win this summer. Michael Smith, Director of the Refugee Rights Program, joined in 1984. An anthropologist, he has received awards from Helen Bamber, the Dalai Lama, and Berkeley Law for his work.

MLF Organizer Patrick O'Reilly presents Michael Smith. The Commonwealth Club of California, founded 1903, is the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, hosting over 400 annual events. For more: Subscribe, Events, Membership, Donate, Watch & Listen.