As the changing global environment has led to deeper discussions regarding climate change, artists are increasingly bringing those reflections to their work. Beginning this Wednesday, the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles’ new exhibit features striking tapestry works that clearly showcase the detrimental effects of climate change across the planet. Curated by renowned local artists Deborah Corsini and Alex Friedman, the work stitches together weavers from across the West Coast—all members of Tapestry Weavers West—and features more than 25 artists speaking to one of the most important issues facing us today.

More Impact
Opens Fri, 11am, $8
Museum of Quilts & Textiles, San Jose

As a prelude to the return of South First Fridays, SoFA art museums the Institute of Contemporary Art, Movimento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana, and the San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles are throwing a block party to celebrate their reopening with food, musical performances and plenty of art to experience. The museums are also celebrating a new neighbor, as community gardeners Veggielution set up shop on South First, giving the whole event a garden theme. Those looking to get their hands in mother earth or their eyes on some of the community’s visual marvels, shouldn’t miss it.
South 1st Block Party
Sat, 4pm, Free
Parque de los Pobladores, San Jose

Ready to get your stitch fix? This Friday, the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles reopens to the general public with three new exhibits. Throughout the pandemic, the museum stayed engaged with stitchers and quilters near and far via weekly Textile Talks and other online offerings. Those services will continue, but stitch stans now have the chance to experience exhibitions like the 13th annual American Tapestry Biennial in person, alongside an extended showing of Kira Dominguez Hultgren’s recent solo exhibition of woven sculptures and installations, I Was India. Advance reservations available.

American Tapestry Biennial
Fri, 11am-3pm, $8
520 S. First Street, San Jose

After more than five years in the making, Susan Else is ready to show off her work at the Quilts & Textiles Community Open House. Her bright, circus-themed pieces will give viewers a new outlook on this once-popular family pastime. With dark humor and an unexpected, edgy style, Without a Net will be displayed through April 15. The museum holds its open house event three to four times a year, showcasing both the makers and traditions from countries around the world. The event is open to all ages and includes crafting, a performance by the Cambodian Cultural Dance Troupe and other activities. (JR)

A Day At The Circus
Sun, 11am, Free
San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles