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Zocalo LA is a Los Angeles, California based non-profit organization that strives to be "a cultural forum for the new LA". The organization's format is that of a roving lecture series. They organize lectures or panel discussions at various venues around Los Angeles. The talks' themes center around culturally significant issues that affect Los Angelinos as citizen of the city, of the US, and of the world. According to their website, ,

"Zócalo presents a vibrant series of programs that feature thinkers and doers speaking on some of the most pressing topics of the day. Bringing together an extraordinarily diverse group of Angelenos, Zócalo--"Public Square" in Spanish--seeks to create a non partisan and multiethnic forum where participants can enjoy a rare opportunity for intellectual fellowship."

After most lectures, Zocalo hosts a reception where they serve finger food and beverages. All Zocalo events are presented free to the public.

Origin of Zocalo LA Zocalo is a Spanish word meaning "the public square of a Mexican city or town" - http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zocalo and the logo features