Latest Events in Riverside County(May Updated)

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Ansel Adams lost his way. The great American photographer stood at the summit of his life, renowned, celebrated. Then came the 1960s: the civil rights movement, the counterculture, free love, psychedelics, assassinations, Vietnam War protests, marches, and chaos. Even more traumatically for the country’s preeminent photographer, photography itself changed beneath him. The new generation of 1960s photographers didn’t give a damn about rocks and trees. They rejected the pieties of tradition and the shackles of Adams’ “Zone System.” Photo historian Jonathan Green: “The obsessions of sixties photography were ruthless: alienation, deformity, sterility, insanity, sexuality, bestial and mechanical violence, and obscenity.”

In this fourth iteration of Cheech Collects, the exhibition showcases more works from Cheech Marin’s landmark gift to the Riverside Art Museum’s permanent collection, with a focus on pastels and recent acquisitions to The Cheech Center Collection. New additions by Carlos Almaraz, Jaime Guerrero, and Narsiso Martínez are among those joining over 100 pieces by 40+ artists on view.

UCR ARTS: California Museum of Photography is pleased to announce the first ever solo museum presentation of Lenard Smith. Smith is a Ghanaian-American studio-based photographer whose work often depicts still life tableaux. His photographs take inspiration from other artistic media including sculpture and architecture, in particular African Brutalist structures. The contents of his assemblages range from photographic equipment and theory, to found objects and detritus, to signifiers of Black identity and culture. Smith situates himself within the lineage of the “ragpicker” in his pursuit of creating unusual yet productive juxtapositions between found objects. Smith’s depiction of common objects is highly legible, personal, and interwoven with social identity. Employing a commercial aesthetic, his pictures simultaneously manifest in formalist estrangement from these otherwise familiar objects.

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Get ready for a hilarious night with the legendary J Valentino & Mom! J Valentino & His Mom Live – A Mother’s Day Night of Unfiltered, Hilarious, Family-Fueled Comedy! Mama's Boy Get ready for a one-of-a-kind Mother’s Day comedy experience with J Valentino and his mom, delivering a hilarious, heartfelt, and wildly entertaining night you won’t see anywhere else. Blending stand-up comedy with real-life family dynamics, this show turns mother-and-son chemistry into nonstop laughs, surprises, and unforgettable moments. Comedy Credits & Highlights: J Valentino is a high-energy stand-up comedian known for bold storytelling, sharp observations, and fearless honesty A unique dual-act experience featuring real family interaction and live, unscripted moments Crowd-favorite performances built around relationships, parenting, culture, and generational humor Known for audience engagement, playful banter, and moments that are as heartfelt as they are hilarious This special Mother’s Day show mixes relatable family stories, cultural quirks, and laugh-out-loud exchanges that feel personal, spontaneous, and completely original. With genuine chemistry and unpredictable moments, every performance becomes a shared experience audiences won’t stop talking about. Looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift ? Skip the flowers and give mom an experience she’ll love—an unforgettable night of laughter you can enjoy together. Celebrate Mother’s Day with laughter—don’t miss your chance to catch J Valentino & His Mom live for a comedy night packed with big laughs, warm moments, and unforgettable fun! Rules: Ages 18+ No refunds. Good vibes only. No smoking inside the Chairman's Lounge. Two drink minimum encouraged but not enforced. Presented by Take Five Entertainment's Honest Goodness Comedy Show. Information Source: Take Five Entertainment | eventbrite