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SUMMARY:De-escalation 101: Finding Your Protest Role
DESCRIPTION:Explore themes of respect and dignity of all people\, intervention vs. self care\, and collective safety when it comes to protests/organizing.\n\n\nDe-escalation 101: Finding Your Protest Role \nJoin us on Thursday\, July 3nd at 5PM PST / 8PM PST! \nIn a time where we’re protesting for justice from a place of love\, we’re asking the question\, “How can our movements open hearts?” when each of us is indispensable…and insufficient \nThere’s a lot to protest about and we need more people empowered to play their role to sustain our movements. You may want to go to a protest or vigil or march but feel scared or unsure on how to show up. Are protests inherently violent? Can nonviolence really create change? What would I do if a counter-protestor starts yelling in my face? How can I be centered when I am face to face with an officer in riot gear? Wherever you are in these questions\, there is a role for you to be part of creating a more just and loving world. \nIn this one hour training\, we will explore the orienting themes of respect and dignity of all people\, intervention vs. self care\, and collective safety when it comes to protests and organizing. \nMeet Our Instructor; Angela Kim is a Visionary Organizing and Kingian Nonviolence facilitator-trainer working towards a world where we have increased capacities to sit with our own and each other’s complexities. Angela stewards community containers where participants can share grief\, practice conflict skills\, and be co-opted into emergence inspired by the erotic\, the intuitive\, the divine\, and the more-than-human.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/de-escalation-101-finding-your-protest-role/
LOCATION:NY
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SUMMARY:Public Tour of With a Single Step: Stories in the Making of America
DESCRIPTION:Join a MOCA educator for a public gallery tour of our core exhibition\, With a Single Step: Stories in the Making of America.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/public-tour-of-with-a-single-step-stories-in-the-making-of-america-11/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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SUMMARY:Public Walking Tour- Chinatown: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Join a MOCA educator for a neighborhood walking tour of Chinatown past and present!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/public-walking-tour-chinatown-a-walk-through-history/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T120000
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SUMMARY:CMS June 29 Workshops with Amirtha Kidambi\, Farida Amadou\, & Luke Stewart
DESCRIPTION:Three workshop offerings from CMS on June 29 located at Ibeam in Brooklyn!\n\n\nA day of improvisation workshops from CMS on June 29 located at Ibeam in Brooklyn with three LUMINARY ARTISTS! Workshops are open to musicians of all backgrounds & ages. Please contact flukemogul@creativemusic.org with any questions. \n \nAmirtha Kidambi is invested in the creation and performance of subversive anti-hegemonic music\, from free improvisation and avant-jazz to experimental bands\, noise and new music. She is an educator\, activist and organizer working to challenge systems of white supremacist\, colonial\, capitalist\, and patriarchy\, and is co-founder and co-organizer of South Asian Artists in Diaspora and Musicians Against Police Brutality. https://www.amirthakidambi.com/ \nFarida Amadou is a self-taught musician and performer based in Liège\, Belgium. The electric bass has been her main instrument since 2011. In 2013\, she started playing many different genres of music\, including blues\, jazz and hip-hop. Consistently named as one of the most remarkable new stars of the European free and improv scene\, Amadou extracts the most exciting sounds from her Fender bass without losing sight of musicality. She has proven herself (inter)nationally in challenging collaborations with such luminaries as free jazz pioneer Peter Brötzmann and Sonic Youth’s Thurston Moore. https://faridamadou.com/ \nLuke Stewart is a musician\, performer\, improviser-composer\, organizer\, and writer-researcher whose work represents a deep reverence for the history and tradition of Creative Music: a tradition which encompasses the diverse styles of expression within the body of Black Music in the United States\, Africa\, and throughout the world. Stewart’s regular ensembles include Irreversible Entanglements\, SILT Trio\, Exposure Quintet\, and the experimental rock duo Blacks’ Myths; he also performs regularly in numerous collaborations. https://thelukestewart.com/ \nBackline provided (drum set\, piano\, PA\, guitar amps\, bass amps) and support with amplification if necessary! Acoustic instruments/voices of course super welcome!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/cms-june-29-workshops-with-amirtha-kidambi-farida-amadou-luke-stewart/
LOCATION:Ibeam Brooklyn\, 168 7th Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11215\, United States
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SUMMARY:MOCACREATE: Bountiful Brushstrokes with Teaching Artist Yu Rong
DESCRIPTION:Grab a brush and join MOCA teaching artist Yu Rong for a special Chinese calligraphy workshop.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/mocacreate-bountiful-brushstrokes-with-teaching-artist-yu-rong-2/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T120000
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SUMMARY:Queens Poetry symposium: A Celebration of Asian-American Poetry and Poetics
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an afternoon of poetry hosted by Tiffany Troy at Queens Botanical Garden!\n\n\nThe symposium features panelists of Asian-American poets who have written about their Asian/ mixed race identity in relation to theater and performance\, worked with archives of declassified correspondences and photographs of war as a visual form\, and in thinking about food as identity (the restaurant being one of the industries that did not exclude Asian-Americans). In confronting the legacy and continual racism of the American hegemony\, the Asian American poets who have come of age under the shadow of war and the trauma of migration have contributed to the possibilities of American poetics. They have branched into prose poetry or even essays\, L-A-N-G-U-A-G-E poetry and poetry as a visual form\, the use of archival materials\, including film and translation/ multilingualism/ translingualism in considering what it means to be of Asian-American. Hosted by Tiffany Troy. The featured panelists are Gauri Awasthi\, Rhoni Blankenhorn\, Nidhi Gandhi\, Katarina La Poll\, Kyle Liang\, Blake Z. Rong\, Marie La Viña\, Diane Mehta\, R.A. Villanueva\, and Molly Zhu. \nThis project is a part of the What Can We Do? Artist Grant program\, presented by Asian American Arts Alliance (A4) and is supported by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council. Special thanks to Council Members Christopher Marte and Sandra Ung. \n \nLocation: Visitor & Administration Building Auditorium \n*Not yet a Member? Membership gives you discounts on select programs\, year-round FREE garden admission and gift shop purchases\, parking passes and discounts\, reciprocal admissions benefits at over 300 gardens\, and more. To become a Member and start enjoying all the benefits\, click here: http://queensbotanical.org/membership \nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO \nHEALTH & SAFETY \nReference current health & safety guidelines\, found on our website: https://queensbotanical.org/know-before-you-go \nREFUND POLICY \nTickets are non-refundable\, except in the event of a cancellation by the organizer. \nCANCELLATIONS \nIn the case that the event is cancelled\, you will be notified via email and refunded. \nCOMMUNICATIONS \nBy purchasing tickets and attending QBG events\, you hereby opt in to receiving communications from the Garden. You may receive updates about future QBG events and news through the addresses you provide. If you do not wish to receive future communication\, simply click the “unsubscribe” button at the bottom of an email or write to info@queensbotanical.org. \nGARDEN ETIQUETTE \nQBG staff strives to provide a place of peace\, beauty\, and safety for the quiet enjoyment of our visitors. QBG is a living museum\, a collection of gardens for the study\, culture\, exhibition\, and display of plants. We encourage our visitors to explore\, enjoy\, and be respectful of our plant collections and to be considerate of fellow guests as well. For more guidelines on garden etiquette: https://queensbotanical.org/etiquette \nPHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY \nQueens Botanical Garden (QBG) occasionally photographs or films visitors and activities on site to support our mission in promotional media and materials\, including print\, online\, broadcast\, and social media. By attending this event\, you grant permission to QBG use your likeness in perpetuity\, in all forms of print and digital media used to promote\, publicize\, or advertise the Garden\, its activities\, and programs. If you do not give QBG permission to take and use your image\, you must notify an event organizer or staff when you arrive for this event. QBG is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. \nGETTING TO QBG \nBy public transportation\, take the number 7 subway line to Main Street\, the Long Island Rail Road (Port Washington line) to Main Street/Flushing\, or the Q44-SBS or Q20 bus. \nFor driving directions and more information: https://queensbotanical.org/directions \nPARKING \nParking is available year-round during Garden open hours at the Parking Garden\, located at 42-80 Crommelin Street\, Flushing\, NY 11355. For more information: https://queensbotanical.org/directions \nABOUT QBG \nQBG is an urban oasis where people\, plants and cultures are celebrated through inspiring gardens\, innovative educational programs and real-world applications of environmental stewardship. QBG is located on property owned by the City of New York\, and its operation is made possible in part by public funds provided through the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs\, Queens Borough President\, the New York City Council\, State elected officials\, the New York State Department of Parks\, Recreation and Historic Preservation\, along with corporate\, foundation\, and individual supporters. For more information\, visit http://www.queensbotanical.org or call (718) 886-3800.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/queens-poetry-symposium-a-celebration-of-asian-american-poetry-and-poetics/
LOCATION:Queens Botanical Garden\, 43-50 Main St\, New York\, NY\, 11355\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nurturing a Positive Racial Identity in Asian American Children (Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 2 hour workshop to learn\, discuss\, and share stories about growing a positive racial identity in Asian American children!\n\n\n**Due to low registration\, Saturday’s workshop is canceled. Please register for Thursday evening’s workshop. \n \nWhat does it look like to raise an Asian American child with a positive racial identity and sense of self? How do I talk about race\, ethnicity\, and nationality? What about racism and microaggressions? \nJoin us for a 2 hour workshop as we explore how to cultivate a positive racial and ethnic identity for Asian American children. Along with learning about children’s racial and ethnic socialization development\, we’ll be sharing stories\, reflecting on our own racial identities\, and using exciting resources from EmbraceRace’s new toolkit on raising Asian American children! \nThis workshop is for any caregiver that plays a meaningful role with an Asian American child or children\, either at home\, in the classroom\, or other spaces. Parents\, guardians\, educators\, and all caregivers welcome. \nThe workshop will be led by Andrea Huang and Maryam Zahid. Andrea identifies as Chinese American and is the Community Building Manager for EmbraceRace\, where she facilitates and oversees classes\, cohorts\, and workshops. Maryam identifies as a South Asian first-generation immigrant and is the Senior Communications Manager for EmbraceRace. \nWe use the term Asian American inclusively\, so that means East Asian Americans\, Southeast Asian Americans\, South Asian Americans\, multiracial / biracial and multiethnic Asian Americans\, and adoptees from Asia. This workshop and toolkit does not focus on children of Pacific Islander heritage or Southwest Asian Americans / Middle Eastern ethnicities\, as their racial identity experiences often differ significantly from Asian American children. \nPricing & Logistics \nThanks to our generous donors\, the participation cost is $100\, with a sliding scale payment option of $50 to $150. If the cost is prohibitive\, please contact us at earlychildhood@embracerace.org for scholarship. Due to the intimate nature of our workshops and discussion involving minors\, we do not record our workshops and do not offer recordings post-session. \n**Registration fees are per participant\, not per family unit. \n**Please note that registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. \n**Certificates of Completion available upon request. \nQuestions? Reach out to us at earlychildhood@embracerace.org.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/nurturing-a-positive-racial-identity-in-asian-american-children-saturday/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T113000
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SUMMARY:Public Tour of With a Single Step: Stories in the Making of America
DESCRIPTION:Join a MOCA educator for a public gallery tour of our core exhibition\, With a Single Step: Stories in the Making of America.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/public-tour-of-with-a-single-step-stories-in-the-making-of-america-10/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630
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SUMMARY:2025 Dumbo Dance Festival
DESCRIPTION:WHITE WAVE Dance proudly announces the 24th Anniversary Season of the DUMBO Dance Festival (DDF)\, a dynamic four-day event showcasing 45 cutting-edge dance companies from New York and around the world. The festival kicks off on Thursday\, June 26\, with a Gala Opening Night\, setting the stage for an exhilarating weekend of contemporary dance at The Mark O’Donnell Theater. \nDedicated to pushing the boundaries of dance as an art form\, WHITE WAVE scours the globe for today’s most innovative choreographers—emerging and established—bringing them together in Brooklyn for an immersive celebration of movement. Over the course of four days\, audiences will experience a rich and diverse lineup of performances\, highlighting the vibrancy and creative excellence of the New York dance scene and beyond. \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/2025-dumbo-dance-festival/
LOCATION:At The Mark O’Donnell Theater\, 160 Schermerhorn St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T223000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T023000
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SUMMARY:Naan Stop: Desi\, Amapiano\, House\, Jersey Club\, Global Edits & Blends
DESCRIPTION:A brand new party in NYC dedicated to the South Asian diaspora. Music by MRII and DJ Halla\, free RSVP\, late night happy hour\, & more\n\n\nIntroducing NAAN STOP at SOB’s! A brand new party in NYC dedicated to the entire South Asian diaspora. With DJ sets from MRII coming from Toronto\, and NYC local DJ Halla spinning desi\, amapiano\, house\, jersey club\, afrobeats\, afro-desi\, south asian beats\, and more global edits & blends. \nFree entry with RSVP from 10:30-11pm\, late night happy hour\, themed cocktails\, and more. Thursday June 26th at SOB’s – NYC’s top nightclub for South Asian music since 1982. \n📍 Thursday June 26th from 10:30pm-late \nABOUT MRII: A first-gen child of immigrant parents from Bombay and Gujarat\, MRII is a Toronto-based DJ bringing the South Asian Diaspora into nightlife’s underground. Her sets provide a one-of-a-kind experience\, fusing sounds from her own childhood in the South Asian diaspora with global edits & modern blends. \n— \nFor tables/bottle service inquiries\, please contact booking@sobs.com
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/naan-stop-desi-amapiano-house-jersey-club-global-edits-blends/
LOCATION:SOB’s\, 204 Varick Street\, New York\, NY\, 10014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T223000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T233000
DTSTAMP:20250616T110339Z
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SUMMARY:Art Hirahara Trio
DESCRIPTION:Art Hirahara – piano\nGary Wang – bass\nJay Sawyer – drums \nPhoto credit: Sara Pettinella
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/art-hirahara-trio/2025-06-26/2/
LOCATION:Mezzrow\, 163 West 10th Street\, Basement\, New York\, NY\, 10014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T220000
DTSTAMP:20250616T110339Z
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SUMMARY:Art Hirahara Trio
DESCRIPTION:Art Hirahara – piano\nGary Wang – bass\nJay Sawyer – drums \nPhoto credit: Sara Pettinella
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/art-hirahara-trio/2025-06-26/1/
LOCATION:Mezzrow\, 163 West 10th Street\, Basement\, New York\, NY\, 10014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T210000
DTSTAMP:20250625T110309Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA TALKS: Hyphen Reunion with Co-Founders Melissa Hung and Bernice Yeung
DESCRIPTION:A celebratory event for Hyphen readers\, contributors\, and community members to reconnect and share stories!\n\n\nThe Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) warmly invites you to an insightful conversation with Melissa Hung and Bernice Yeung\, co-founders of Hyphen magazine. Established in 2002 as a direct response to the closure of A. Magazine\, Hyphen emerged from the collective vision of a new generation of Asian American voices. \nMelissa Hung and Bernice Yeung\, friends since their college days at Northwestern University\, were deeply saddened by the shuttering of this influential publication. Determined to address this void\, they convened a gathering of writers and scholars—including Chris Fan\, Claire Light\, and Oliver Wang—in San Francisco. From this pivotal meeting\, the concept of Hyphen magazine was born. Its name symbolizes the intersectionality of identities and the connections within the Asian American community. Hyphen challenged stereotypical portrayals of Asian Americans by skillfully blending rigorous investigative journalism with creative and offbeat cultural coverage. \nFollowing the discussion\, a reunion reception will provide an opportunity for Hyphen readers\, contributors\, and community members to reconnect\, share stories\, and explore MOCA’s special exhibition\, Magazine Fever: Gen X Asian American Periodicals: \nIn the 1980s and ’90s\, as Asian American identity transformed from a radical vision born of political agitation into a broadly recognized demographic\, how did ethnic magazines reflect this new consciousness? Magazine Fever surveys a surge of Asian American magazine publishing during the multicultural era including A. Magazine\, AsiAm\, AsianWeek\, Audrey\, Giant Robot\, Hyphen\, Jade\, KoreAm\, Rice\, Transpacific\, YOLK\, and others. Through magazine publishing\, a vital form of mass media in the 1990s\, Asian Americans editorialized issues central to their lives and depicted themselves in ways that were unimaginable before. Magazine Fever presents stories of Generation X magazines–how they were founded and sustained; how they captured the essence of multiculturalism and Generation X paradigms\, and how they impacted the ways Asian American identity is understood today. \nAbout Melissa Hung \nMelissa Hung is a writer and journalist. She is the founding editor in chief of Hyphen and served in leadership roles at the independent magazine for more than a decade. Melissa writes about immigrant communities\, culture\, food\, disability\, grief\, and more. Her essays and reported stories have appeared in NPR\, Vogue\, Longreads\, and the anthologies Body Language and Disability Intimacy. A 2024 Sewanee Scholar\, she is at work on a collection of creative nonfiction about her mother and inheritance. She grew up in Houston\, Texas\, the eldest child of Chinese immigrants. \nAbout Bernice Yeung \nBernice Yeung is a co-founder and former board member of Hyphen\, and has contributed to Asian American media outlets such as A. Magazine and public radio’s “Pacific Time.” Currently\, she’s the managing editor of the Investigative Reporting Program at UC Berkeley’s Graduate School of Journalism. Before that\, she was a reporter for ProPublica and “Reveal” from The Center for Investigative Reporting. The author of In a Day’s Work: The Fight to End Sexual Violence Against America’s Most Vulnerable Workers\, Bernice’s work has appeared in The New Yorker\, The New York Times and PBS Frontline. She grew up in San Jose\, California\, to immigrants from Hong Kong.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-talks-hyphen-reunion-with-co-founders-melissa-hung-and-bernice-yeung/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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SUMMARY:KAAGNY NextGen Summer Social
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the summer with KAAGNY! Join other professionals in the city for refreshments and community.\n\n\nCome kick off the season with us at the KAAGNY NextGen Summer Social — an evening of connection\, culture\, and community for professionals in NYC. This event is especially for Korean American second-gen professionals\, but everyone is welcome — whether you’re part of the community or simply want to connect\, learn\, and celebrate with us. \nWe’re creating a space where identities\, stories\, and careers intersect — casual enough to relax\, meaningful enough to build real connections. \nEnjoy Korean drinks courtesy of our amazing sponsors:Yoju\, America’s most popular soju canned beverage\, inspired by a classic Korean cocktail that mixes yogurt with soju. Yoju was started as a passion project by two best friends during the pandemic\, and they’re now on a mission to make Asian spirits into the American mainstream.Hana Makgeolli\, a Brooklyn-based producer of artisanal Korean rice wines. Since launching in 2020\, Hana Makgeolli’s sool is made to celebrate heritage and the labor of love. \nNY Makgeolli\, brews their own Makgeolli in small batches right in their restaurant in beautiful upstate NY\, following a generations-old recipe. Their unfiltered and unpasturized “saeng” (live) makgeolli contains millions of live cultures good for gut health. \nMakku\, founded in 2017\, is America’s first craft makgeolli\, a traditional Korean alcohol made from rice. Brewed in Gapyeong\, Korea\, with all natural ingredients\, Makku has a smooth and creamy body with soft bubbles and a hint of sweetness. Makku is gluten-free and vegan\, with 6% alcohol. Available in 5 flavors: Original\, Mango\, Blueberry\, Passion Fruit\, Strawberry. \nLunar\, Award-winning craft hard seltzer made with real fruit from Asia. Pair with a K-town night out or mom’s cooking. \nExpect: \n\nA laid-back atmosphere with NYC’s 2nd gen Korean American community\nUnique (Korean) drinks\, light bites\, and music\nOpportunities to connect across industries and interests\nA welcoming space to be yourself — no small talk required (unless you want to)\n\nCome for the culture\, stay for the community. Everyone’s invited! \nTickets include 2 free drink tickets\, after which drinks will be available for purchase.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/kaagny-nextgen-summer-social/
LOCATION:Korean American Association of Greater New York\, 149 West 24th Street\, ## 6\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T220000
DTSTAMP:20250625T110308Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA Pride Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a joyous evening of unapologetic queer brilliance—an electrifying celebration of drag\, dance\, music\, and cocktails!\n\n\nThe Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) proudly celebrates Pride Month with our vibrant annual PRIDE MIXER. In a time when the LGBTQIA+ community—particularly our trans and BIPOC family—faces unprecedented challenges\, we embrace joy\, resilience\, and unity. At MOCA\, we are committed to fostering a space of celebration\, healing\, and empowerment\, ensuring every individual is seen\, valued\, and uplifted. \nJoin us for a joyous evening of unapologetic queer brilliance. Experience the dazzling charisma of Vanity LaVain’s iconic drag performance and immerse yourself in an amorous dance duet by Shan Y. Chuang and Yi-Wen Wang. Finally\, celebrate your power and freedom through movement as DJ Dizparity spins a thrilling mix of electronic and experimental beats. Plus\, explore and snag a pair of Tight Tams—the slaysian swimwear brand by Arthur Bramhandtam. \nWander through MOCA’s inspiring exhibitions\, sip on delicious cocktails\, reconnect with old friends\, and forge meaningful new connections. Pride is more than a moment— it’s our collective journey forward\, rooted in courage\, resilience\, and love. \nThis event is open to all ages\, and everyone is welcome to join the party! \nRun of Show (subject to change) \n\n6:30 pm – Doors Open\n7:00–7:45 pm – DJ Dizparity Set & Guest Mingling\n7:45–7:50 pm – Welcome Remarks\n7:50–8:00 pm – Shan Y. Chuang & Yi-Wen Wang: Duet Dance Performance\n8:00–8:30 pm – DJ Dizparity Set\n8:30–8:45 pm – Vanity LaVain: First Drag Performance Set\n8:45–9:15 pm – DJ Dizparity Set\n9:15–9:25 pm – Vanity LaVain: Second Drag Performance Set\n9:25–10:00 pm – DJ Dizparity Set\n\nAbout the Artists \nVanity LaVain \nVanity LaVain\, born and raised in Jersey City\, NJ\, has quickly earned the honor of becoming a NYC-based performer\, with shows spanning several boroughs. She is a 2025 Glam Award for Best Dressed in New York City. This glamorous diva is proud to be of Filipino and Puerto Rican descent. \nShan Y. Chuang \nShan Y. Chuang\, a talented queer artist from Taiwan\, excels in acting\, singing\, dancing\, and choreography. A proud graduate of Circle in the Square’s Musical Theater program\, Shan was awarded a City Artist Corps Grant to create 10 Years In The Making\, 10 Years Of Me. Her work has been recognized at PhysFestNYC’25 and Prelude Festival ‘23. With over a decade of performances in NYC\, Shan’s work explores themes of LGBTQIA+ identity\, social justice\, and self-discovery through the language of dance. She has collaborated with MOCA and LINKED Dance Theatre on several productions and is currently a member of New York Chinese Cultural Center and NYC Queer Playback Theater. \nYi-Wen (Nicole) Wang \nYi-Wen Wang is an artist with exceptional talent and a proven record\, having performed at numbers venues in Taiwan and abroad (Japan\, theater/singers’ tours in China\, Singapore\, Malaysia\, and United states)). Ms. Wang has matured into a director\, actress\, choreographer and dancer of extraordinary abilities. She has been performing her craft for over 25 years. \nBorn and raised in Taiwan\, Yi-Wen studied at the Drama Department at the Taiwan National University of the Arts. She has worked with Hugh K.S.Lee\, Stan Lai\, S.H.E\, Show Lo\, Denise Ho those talented artists and singers. She was invited by Chinese Culture News in New York to perform at Rockefeller Center. She was also a dance director and choreographer for concerts in Los Angeles by JADE Entertainment. \nDizparity \nDizparity (Po Cheng Yeh) is a Taiwan-raised and Los Angeles-based award-winning DJ\, producer\, and composer. Known for his innovative soundscapes\, His distinctive style has not only garnered critical acclaim but also helped propel a diverse array of artists to commercial success. \nIn 2024\, Dizparity released his latest studio album\, Melancholy Order\, followed by a series of singles featuring various collaborators. This album blends analog synth arrangements with acoustic instrumentation\, skillfully bridging the gap between rave sound design and modern cinematic synth composition. \nTight Tams \nBorn and raised in Los Angeles\, Arthur Bramhandtam founded Tight Tams in 2018 after nearly a decade as a journalist in Hong Kong\, writing about queerness\, fashion\, and culture. Inspired by their move to New York\, love for sunbathing\, and passion for vibrant tan lines\, they created a queer-forward swimwear brand. Tight Tams features bold colors and prints influenced by Chinese aunties\, anime\, and East Asian art\, working with artists to design original patterns and adding signature details like jade charms—celebrating Asian culture fiercely under the sun.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-pride-mixer/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T190000
DTSTAMP:20250602T140608Z
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SUMMARY:The Modern Day Impact of Historical Disinformation re Philippines and Domestic Violence
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Asian American Disinformation Table for a teach-in focusing in on the case studies from our recently released landscape report\, Where Do We Go From Here? Asian Americans\, Diaspora\, and Disinformation. This teach-in will explore the modern day impact of historical disinformation in the Philippines and in the narratives surrounding survivors of sexual violence.\n\nPanelists:\n\nMark Calaguas\, Filipino Young Leaders Program\nLeezel Tanglao\, Filipino Young Leaders Program\nJoy Sales\, Malaya Movement USA\nTabitha Ponciano\, Malaya Movement USA\nLaura Carther\, National Council of Asian Pacific Americans
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-modern-day-impact-of-historical-disinformation/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T183000
DTSTAMP:20250619T223233Z
CREATED:20250605T223232Z
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SUMMARY:“An Advice and Networking Event (Technology)"
DESCRIPTION:The Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative\n“An Advice and Networking Event (Technology)”\nJune 24 from 5 pm ET to 6:15\n\n\nThe Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative \n“An Advice and Networking Event (Technology)” \nJune 24 from 5 pm ET to 6:15 pm ET \n \nWe are pleased to invite you to the 47th event organized by the Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative. This virtual event will enable Asian Americans of all ages to get valuable career advice from experienced and successful Asian Americans in the Technology industry. We are holding this event for different clusters of professions. \n \nWe will use an electronic\, virtual “ballroom” where experienced Asian American advisors will host individual tables that attendees can join. The attendees will have a list of the experienced advisors in advance and will be able to choose which tables they want to visit to get career advice and to ask questions. The attendees will be able to move from table to table as they wish during the one hour and 15 minute event. \n \nThis will be a unique opportunity to explore these professions with experienced practitioners and make personal connections. Discussions will be frank and informative as each table host will answer your questions and share personal insights about their profession\, including both the upsides and the downsides. \n \nWe hope this event will help those of you who are either just starting out or are in the early to mid-stages of their career to enhance their career planning. We hope that this event will help you overcome obstacles and to accelerate your career. \n \nIf you would like to join us for this networking/advisory event\, please register at: \n \nRegistration: https://c100-6-24-2025.eventbrite.com \nRegards\, \nPeter Young \nChair\, Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative \n \nThe Committee of 100 \nThe Committee of 100 (C100) is a non-profit\, non-partisan leadership organization of prominent Chinese Americans in business\, government\, academia\, and the arts founded 35 years ago.The Committee’s purpose is to provide leadership and act as a constructive force in the dual mission of: \n\nPromoting the full participation of all Chinese Americans in American society and acting as a public policy resource for the Chinese-American community;\nAdvancing constructive dialogue and relationships between the peoples and leaders of the United States and Greater China.\n\nTo learn more about the organization\, please go to https://www.committee100.org. You can reach the headquarters office at 212-371-6565. \nCOMMITTEE OF 100 | Ensuring Full Inclusion in America\, Advancing U.S.-China Relations28 West 44th StreetSuite 1014New York\, NY 10036T: (212) 371-6565
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/an-advice-and-networking-event-technology/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250624T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250624T150000
DTSTAMP:20250618T084737Z
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SUMMARY:Inclusion Talk Series (PRIDE Month) - Let's Get Smarter ft. Blair Imani
DESCRIPTION:Join Compass Family Services for the Inclusion Talk Series as we honor PRIDE Month with a virtual keynote from the talented Blair Imani\n\n\nJoin Compass Family Services as we honor PRIDE Month with a virtual keynote from the multi-talented scholar\, author\, and activist Blair Imani. Blair is the creator of the viral web series “Smarter In Seconds” and is a Los Angeles Times Best Selling Author. \nBlair will discuss her best-selling book\, “Read This To Get Smarter: About Race\, Class\, Gender\, Disability\, and More\,” which is an approachable guide to being an informed\, compassionate\, and socially conscious person today—from discussions of race\, gender\, and sexual orientation to disability\, class\, and beyond. \nBlair Imani is the creator of the viral web series\, Smarter In Seconds and LA Times bestselling author of Read This to Get Smarter. The New York Times praises Blair Imani’s unique ability to create “progressive lessons with vibrant visuals and a perky\, quirky delivery.” Her scholarship spans intersectionality\, gender studies\, race and racism\, sociology\, and United States history. She is also a historian\, having written Making Our Way Home (2020) and Modern HERstory (2018).
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/inclusion-talk-series-pride-month-lets-get-smarter-ft-blair-imani/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T160000
DTSTAMP:20250617T050606Z
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SUMMARY:Asian American Book Club: Bibliophobia: A Memoir by Sarah Chihaya
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at the Asian American Book Club to discuss “Bibliophobia: A Memoir” by Sarah Chihaya\n\n\nWelcome to the Asian American Book Club! Join us for a lively discussion on Bibliophobia: A Memoir by Sarah Chihaya. Let’s dive into the pages of this captivating book and explore its themes together. This in-person event will be held at Bryant Park\, so bring your thoughts\, questions\, and enthusiasm. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow book lovers in our community. See you there!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/asian-american-book-club-bibliophobia-a-memoir-by-sarah-chihaya/
LOCATION:Bryant Park\, Bryant Park\, New York\, NY\, 10018\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T201500
DTSTAMP:20250522T084647Z
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SUMMARY:Drag Comedy Cabaret
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night of hilarious comedy and dazzling cabaret performance by the one and only British Asian beauty Lady Bushra!\n\n\nLive laugh comedy? Want something different? Love British humor? Then get ready to be in stiches as the ICONIC BBC New Comedy Award shortlisted drag comedian Lady Bushra brings you a comedy night like no other!\n \n⭐ “Dazzling!” – LA Times \n⭐ “Drag Royalty” – Theatre Reviews North \n⭐ “Delightfully Witty” – Broadway World \n \nPlayed by Amir Dean\, Lady Bushra’s drag persona is ‘Vicky Pollard meets Bollywood’. Known for her razor-sharp and quick-witted humor Lady Bushra has amassed a social media following of over 500K across all platforms whereas his online content has been viewed globally over 40 million times. \n \nSince 2022\, this British Asian beauty has been touring the UK and parts of Europe with his often sold out\, solo show ‘Drag Comedy Cabaret’. Now stationed in New York\, expect to see a well-dressed\, traditional beauty perform standup comedy but with a musical twist…all from a British South Asian perspective! \nThe Details: \n\nDate: Saturday 21st June\nTime: 7:00PM – 8:15PM\nVenue: Don’t Tell Mama\, New York City\nTickets: Early Bird only $10\n\n \nDon’t Tell Mama will be our venue for this event\, who will be happy to serve you with their fabulous food and drink concoctions in a cabaret style setting. $20 minimum per guest. Must include two drinks. \nLady Bushra in Action! \nInstagram: @lady.bushraFor any questions email: enquiries@ladybushra.com \n \nSee you all then!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/drag-comedy-cabaret-5/
LOCATION:Don’t Tell Mama\, 343 West 46th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T170000
DTSTAMP:20250618T110312Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA TALKS – Subversities: Interventions in Queer Activism Past & Present
DESCRIPTION:Daniel C. Tsang\, a pioneering LGBTQ+ activist\, will reflect on fifty years of activism.\n\n\nCan’t attend in person? Join us online. \nThe Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) is honored to partner with the American LGBTQ+ Museum and Asian American / Asian Research Institute – CUNY to welcome Daniel C. Tsang\, a pioneering LGBTQ+ activist\, for a special conversation reflecting on his fifty years of activism. In his groundbreaking article Gay Awareness\, published in Bridge Magazine (February 1975)\, one of the earliest pieces to openly discuss LGBTQ+ issues within the Asian American community\, he wrote: \nGay people have long been misunderstood by society. They have been ridiculed\, discriminated against\, and rejected\, even by their own families. It is time that we confront these realities\, challenge these prejudices\, and create spaces where we can live openly and with dignity. \nAt a time when such discussions were rare\, Tsang’s words served as a powerful call to action\, igniting dialogue and increasing visibility for LGBTQ+ Asian Americans. His activism continued with Gay Insurgent\, a radical queer journal he co-founded in 1980\, which provided a platform for intersectional voices challenging mainstream narratives on gender\, sexuality\, and racial justice. As an archivist\, journalist\, and scholar\, Tsang has remained at the forefront of advocacy\, shaping discussions on intersectionality and community empowerment. \nIn this program\, Tsang will reflect on the evolution of LGBTQ+ rights over the past 50 years\, his contributions to activism\, and the ongoing challenges faced by the community today. The conversation will be moderated by Herb Tam\, MOCA’s Chief Curator and Senior Director of Exhibitions and Programs\, and will be followed by a Q&A session\, offering the audience an opportunity to engage directly with Tsang’s insights and experiences. Through this event\, MOCA seeks to honor his legacy while fostering meaningful discussions on the intersections of race\, sexuality\, and activism in our communities today. \n*This program will be recorded and released on CUNY FORUM on a later date. \n \nABOUT Daniel C. Tsang \nDaniel C. Tsang is Librarian Emeritus at the University of California\, Irvine\, where he was a Social Sciences and Asian American Studies bibliographer and data librarian for 30 years\, as well as a union activist on campus. With decades of experience in queer activism\, academic labor organizing\, police watch\, and alternative media\, he has been a prominent voice in progressive movements. Tsang was twice a Fulbright Research Scholar\, in Hanoi and Hong Kong\, where he was born and raised. His reportage\, op-eds\, and interviews have appeared in Hong Kong Free Press\, South China Morning Post\, Los Angeles Times\, Critical Asian Studies\, Far Eastern Economic Review\, Michigan Free Press\, OC Weekly\, Fusion\, Covert Action Quarterly\, Asian Week\, AMASS\, CUNY Forum\, Gay Community News\, and Bridge Magazine. For more on his work\, visit his emeritus profile. \nABOUT American LGBTQ+ Museum \nThe American LGBTQ+ Museum (ALM) preserves\, investigates\, and celebrates the dynamic histories and cultures of lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender\, and queer people\, as well as those of the emergent and adjacent identities among our communities. Using exhibitions and programs\, we seek to advance LGBTQ+ equality through the lens of social justice movements\, including\, but not limited to\, race\, gender\, class\, immigration\, and disability. \nABOUT Asian American/Asian Research Institute – CUNY \nThe Asian American / Asian Research Institute (AAARI) was established on November 19\, 2001\, by The City University of New York (CUNY) Board of Trustees\, in a resolution introduced by Chancellor Matthew Goldstein. The Institute is a university-wide scholarly research and resource center that focuses on policies and issues that affect Asians and Asian Americans. It covers four areas: Asian American Studies; East Asian Studies; South Asian Studies; and Trade & Technology Studies.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-talks-subversities-interventions-in-queer-activism-past-present/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T180000
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SUMMARY:Malikah's Astoria Halal Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for vibrant halal street fest with food\, fashion\, music\, and community\, right in the heart of Astoria!\n\n\nFrom the organization that brought you the NYC Ramadan Night Market\, MALIKAH invites you to the Astoria Halal Fest! On June 21st from 12 PM – 6 PM on Steinway Street\, enjoy halal street food\, modest fashion\, Muslim-owned businesses\, live performances\, and more! \nWhether you’re grabbing your favorite halal bites\, shopping from local vendors\, or enjoying the vibrant atmosphere with friends and family\, there’s something for everyone. We can’t wait to celebrate with you in community! \nThis event is a fundraiser to support MALIKAH’s community mutual aid efforts and safety programming for women and girls in NYC. Every dollar you contribute toward ticket donations helps us continue this vital work! \nWant to be a vendor? Apply here by May 9th. \n  \nMalikah is a grassroots anti-violence and wellness organization advocating against gender and hate-based violence through self-defense training\, healing justice\, economic empowerment\, and community organizing for safety and power. We facilitate\, train\, and organize women and girls across all five boroughs in New York City through partnerships with CBOs\, public schools\, and religious institutions. Through our trainer model\, we equip women and girls in our communities with our four programmatic pillars: 1) healing 2) self-defense 3) organizing\, and 4) financial literacy.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/malikahs-astoria-halal-fest/
LOCATION:Steinway Street\, Steinway Street\, Queens\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food,In Person,Market,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T210000
DTSTAMP:20250620T101750Z
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SUMMARY:In Celebration of Sage
DESCRIPTION:Join AAWW for a celebration of Yaffa’s latest book\, Sage!\n\n\nJoin AAWW for a celebration of Yaffa’s latest book\, Sage! \nSage is a poetry collection that acknowledges all transphobia is systemic but the pain of everyday interpersonal violence is still felt in our bones. A collection that highlights challenges and joy within interpersonal relationships from the perspective of a queer and trans Palestinian living at the margins of displacement\, disability\, immigration & ongoing genocide. Sage is a beacon of light\, shedding light to wounds that have festered and rotted\, and finding the paths forward as fascism claims more of who we are. \nAll proceeds go to Trans folks most affected by ongoing gen0cides. \nFollow @yaffasutopia and @merajpublshing to stay updated. \n__ \nYaffa (they/them) is a stand-up comedian currently withholding their comedy until Falasteen is free. In the meantime\, they have vowed to flood the market with books\, visual art\, and perhaps even plays. They are an acclaimed disabled\, autistic\, trans\, queer\, Muslim\, Indigenous Palestinian. Mx. Yaffa is the Executive Director of the Muslim Alliance for Sexual and Gender Diversity (MASGD) and the founder of several non-profits and community projects. They are multi-generationally displaced and currently searching for the next country to move to. They currently split their time between Jordan and Occupied Lisjan territory\, where they are in service to Indigenous communities until they can return home to Falasteen. \n__ \nCOMMUNITY CARE & ACCESSIBILITY \nAt AAWW\, the safety and comfort of our community is our top priority. We invite you to practice intentionality and care in your behavior and language when engaging with our programs and with each other. Violence of any kind\, including but not limited to racism\, sexism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, ableism\, ageism\, class or casteism\, bigotry or bias toward religion or faith\, or any action or assault against marginalized identities\, is not tolerated. Those who bring harm to our community in person or online are not welcome\, and will be asked to exit the space. \nThe event will be live streamed on Zoom with auto captioning for those who cannot join us in person. For those joining us in person\, we are located on the 18 West 21st Street\, Suite 900\, there is an elevator that will take you directly to our office. Masks are strongly encouraged for audience members for all AAWW events; if you forget yours\, one will be provided for you. We have two commercial grade air purifiers. We highly encourage all in person guests to take a COVID test at home prior to the event. If you have had COVID or have had known contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID in the 10 days prior\, we ask you tune in for the live stream instead. Please reach out to msaleh@aaww.org for additional accessibility requests\, including ADA accessible bathrooms\, chairs with added back support\, and beyond. This space is for YOU!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/in-celebration-of-sage/
LOCATION:18 W 21st St suite 900\, 18 West 21st Street\, #suite 900\, New York\, NY\, 10010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T203000
DTSTAMP:20250617T050733Z
CREATED:20250617T050733Z
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SUMMARY:Laughing Lassi - The Best Desi Standup Comedy Show in NYC!
DESCRIPTION:A South Asian Standup Comedy Show & Networking/After-party in the heart of New York City!\n\n\nLaughing Lassi is the premier comedy show bringing together the funniest South Asian comedians from New York City and around the globe. As featured in TimeOut NYC\, The New Yorker\, India Tribune\, and the New York Comedy Festival\, this monthly event has become a cultural phenomenon\, consistently selling out every show this year. \nLooking for a night of laughs in NYC? Laughing Lassi offers a unique comedy experience with diverse performers delivering top-tier entertainment. The show is in English and welcomes audiences of all backgrounds\, making it the perfect evening to enjoy with friends\, family\, or coworkers. \nEvent Details:\n\nWhen: Doors open at 6:30 PM\, and the show starts promptly at 7:00 PM (No “Brown Time” here!).\nWhere: Conveniently located in NYC\, with a lively atmosphere to match the laughs.\nVenue Policy: A two-drink minimum applies (non-alcoholic options available).\n\nFollow us on Instagram @LaughingLassi for exclusive highlights\, photos\, and videos from past shows. Stay updated on upcoming performances\, comedian lineups\, and exciting news about the South Asian comedy scene in NYC. \n🎟️ Get Tickets Now: Tickets sell out fast\, so grab yours today and guarantee your seat for a night of non-stop laughter! \n🚨 Important Information: \n\nLineups are subject to change due to last-minute cancellations.\nRefunds are available up to 24 hours before the event. No refunds on the day of or after the show.\n\nJoin us at Laughing Lassi to celebrate South Asian talent and experience a comedy show like no other. Don’t miss your chance to be part of NYC’s most talked-about South Asian comedy event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTags: \n#westvillage #tiktok #southasian #desi #indian #bollywood #broadway #indianfood #brooklyn #greenwichvillage #art #culture #browngirls #bengali #love #bangladesh #standupcomedy #funny #jokes #SouthAsianEvent #funnymemes #meme #hilarious #viral #timesquare #louisck #joerogan #photooftheday #nyc #newyork \ncomedy cellar nyccomedy shows nycnew york comedy clubcomedy club nyccomedy club nyccomedy club new yorkny comedy clubnyc comedy clubthe comedy cellar nycsouth asian standup comedy showindian standup comedy show in new york citydesi standup comedy show in new york cityLive Standup Comedy Show in New York CitySouth Asian Standup Comedy Show in New JerseyPakistani Standup Comedy ShowBangladeshi Standup Comedy ShowBest Standup Comedy Show in New York CityBest Comedy Show in West VillageComedy CellarComedy Cellar New YorkGotham Comedy ClubCheap Comedy Tickets New YorkStandup Comedy ShowComedy ShowStandup Comedy Show New York CityBest Standup Comedy Show in New New York Citycomedy cellar nycTHE KING’S JESTERHasan MinhajRadio City Music HallRussell PetersAct Your AgeThe Best Standup Comedy Show in ManhattanThe Best Comedy Show in ManhattanA+ Asian Comedy ShowAsian Comedy ShowChinese America Japanese AmericanKorean AmericanPhilipino American
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/laughing-lassi-the-best-desi-standup-comedy-show-in-nyc-7/
LOCATION:Broadway Comedy Club\, 318 West 53rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250623
DTSTAMP:20250522T091143Z
CREATED:20250522T091141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T091143Z
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SUMMARY:New York Indian Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF) is the oldest\, most prestigious film festival screening premieres of feature\, documentary and short films made from\, of\, and about the Indian subcontinent in the Independent\, arthouse\, alternate and diaspora genres. \nThe New York Indian Film Festival is the oldest such film event in North America. We present NYIFF 2025\, the 25th edition\, from June 20 – 22\, 2025. Three days will be packed with a celebration of new Indian cinema from different regions of the country – a mixture of films and conversations. Hope you enjoy our curated program. \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/new-york-indian-film-festival/
LOCATION:Multiple NYC locations
CATEGORIES:Festival,Film,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T170000
DTSTAMP:20250607T131111Z
CREATED:20250607T125710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250607T131111Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Author Talk with Paula Yoo: “Rising from the Ashes” and Writing for Teens and Television
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual author talk with award-winning writer Paula Yoo as she discusses her wide-ranging career in young adult nonfiction and television (Supergirl\, Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists and The West Wing) and her latest book. “Rising from the Ashes: Los Angeles\, 1992. Edward Jae Song Lee\, Latasha Harlins\, Rodney King and a City on Fire.” \nYoo will also talk about her writing and research process and offer advice to young writers who are interested in breaking into creative writing\, nonfiction writing and television. \nYoo’s other books include: “From a Whisper to a Rallying Cry: The Killing of Vincent Chin and the Trial that Galvanized the Asian American Movement\,” the young adult novel “Good Enough\,” and children’s picture book biographies “Shining Star: The Anna May Wong Story\,” “Sixteen Years in Sixteen Seconds: The Sammy Lee Story\,” and “Twenty-Two Cents: Muhammad Yunnus and the Village Bank.” \nThis event is open to middle and high school students and educators.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/virtual-author-talk-with-paula-yoo-rising-from-the-ashes-and-writing-for-teens-and-television/
LOCATION:
CATEGORIES:Discussion,High School,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T210000
DTSTAMP:20250617T101732Z
CREATED:20250606T094732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T101732Z
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SUMMARY:In Celebration of Mothersalt and Becoming Ghost
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a celebration of Mothersalt by Mia Ayumi Malhotra and Becoming Ghost by Cathy Lin Che\, with Sahar Muradi and Eugenia Leigh!\n\n\nJoin AAWW for a celebration of Mothersalt by Mia Ayumi Malhotra and Becoming Ghost by Cathy Lin Che\, featuring readings by Sahar Muradi and Eugenia Leigh! \n__ \nMia Ayumi Malhotra is the author of MOTHERSALT (Alice James Books\, 2025) and ISAKO ISAKO\, a California Book Award finalist and winner of the Alice James Award\, Nautilus Gold Award for Poetry\, National Indie Excellence Award\, and Maine Literary Award. She is also the author of the chapbook NOTES FROM THE BIRTH YEAR\, winner of the Bateau Press Chapbook Contest. Mia’s work has received the Hawker Prize for Southeast Asian Poetry and the Singapore Poetry Prize\, and she is a Kundiman Fellow and founding member of The Ruby SF\, a gathering space for women\, transfeminine\, and nonbinary artists. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area\, where she teaches poetry and writes about music and the interior life. \nCathy Linh Che is a writer and multidisciplinary artist. She is the author of Becoming Ghost (Washington Square Press\, 2025)\, Split (Alice James Books) and co-author\, with Kyle Lucia Wu\, of the children’s book An Asian American A to Z: a Children’s Guide to Our History (Haymarket Books). Her video installation Appocalips is an Open Call commission with The Shed NY\, and her film We Were the Scenery won the Short Film Jury Award: Nonfiction at the Sundance Film Festival. She teaches as Core Faculty in Poetry at the low residency MFA program in Creative Writing at Antioch University in Los Angeles and works as Executive Director at Kundiman. She lives in New York City. \nSahar Muradi is author of the collection OCTOBERS\, selected by Naomi Shihab Nye for the 2022 Donald Hall Prize for Poetry and a finalist for the National Poetry Series. She is author of the chapbooks [ G A T E S ]\, Ask Hafiz\, and A Garden Beyond My Hand\, and co-editor\, with Seelai Karzai\, of EMERGENC(Y): Writing Afghan Lives Beyond the Forever War\, An Anthology of Writing from Afghanistan and its Diaspora. Her writing has been supported by Asian American Writers’ Workshop\, Bethany Arts Community\, Blue Mountain Center\, and Sustainable Arts Foundation. Sahar lives in New York City\, where she directs the arts education programs at City Lore and dearly believes in the bottom of the rice pot. \nEugenia Leigh is a Korean American poet and the author of Bianca (Four Way Books\, 2023) and Blood\, Sparrows and Sparrows (Four Way Books\, 2014). Her poems and essays have appeared in numerous publications including TIME\, The Nation\, Poetry\, Ploughshares\, Waxwing\, and the Best of the Net anthology. Eugenia serves as a Poetry Editor at The Adroit Journal and as Valentines Editor at Honey Literary. http://www.eugenialeigh.com \n__ \nCOMMUNITY CARE & ACCESSIBILITY \nAt AAWW\, the safety and comfort of our community is our top priority. We invite you to practice intentionality and care in your behavior and language when engaging with our programs and with each other. Violence of any kind\, including but not limited to racism\, sexism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, ableism\, ageism\, class or casteism\, bigotry or bias toward religion or faith\, or any action or assault against marginalized identities\, is not tolerated. Those who bring harm to our community in person or online are not welcome\, and will be asked to exit the space. \nThe event will be live streamed on Zoom with auto captioning for those who cannot join us in person. For those joining us in person\, we are located on the 18 West 21st Street\, Suite 900\, there is an elevator that will take you directly to our office. Masks are strongly encouraged for audience members for all AAWW events; if you forget yours\, one will be provided for you. We have two commercial grade air purifiers. We highly encourage all in person guests to take a COVID test at home prior to the event. If you have had COVID or have had known contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID in the 10 days prior\, we ask you tune in for the live stream instead. Please reach out to msaleh@aaww.org for additional accessibility requests\, including ADA accessible bathrooms\, chairs with added back support\, and beyond. This space is for YOU!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/in-celebration-of-mothersalt-and-becoming-ghost/
LOCATION:18 W 21st St suite 900\, 18 West 21st Street\, #suite 900\, New York\, NY\, 10010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T160000
DTSTAMP:20250611T110311Z
CREATED:20250514T104750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T110311Z
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SUMMARY:MOCACREATE: Bountiful Brushstrokes with Teaching Artist Yu Rong
DESCRIPTION:Grab a brush and join MOCA teaching artist Yu Rong for a special Chinese calligraphy workshop.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/mocacreate-bountiful-brushstrokes-with-teaching-artist-yu-rong/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T160000
DTSTAMP:20250609T034740Z
CREATED:20250310T030307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T034740Z
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SUMMARY:The Localized History Digital Archive Launch
DESCRIPTION:The Localized History Project @ AAARI-CUNY is excited to announce the launch of our Digital Archive!\n\n\nThe Localized History Project @ AAARI-CUNY is excited to announce the launch of our Digital Archive! Please join us for a community event featuring youth presentations on localized Asian American\, Native Hawaiian\, and Pacific Islander history. The event will also include a showcase of the data and research we’ve conducted over the past two years\, along with fun games\, interactive booths\, and\, of course\, food! \nWe hope this event will provide an opportunity for community members\, educators\, and youth from across New York State to engage with our project\, access valuable archival stories and histories\, and participate in real-time data collection and discussions. These contributions will help shape the creation of a youth-led\, community-driven\, localized AANHPI history curriculum for New York State schools.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-localized-history-digital-archive-launch/
LOCATION:CUNY School of Law\, 2 Court Square West\, Community Room\, Queens\, NY\, 11101\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250625
DTSTAMP:20250603T123551Z
CREATED:20250603T123507Z
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SUMMARY:New York Primary Elections June 14 to 22 and June 24
DESCRIPTION:New York Primary Elections June 14 to 22 and June 24 \nNYC citywide Offices: for Mayor\, City Comptroller\, Public Advocate\, Borough President\, City Council and more \n\nUpdate voter registration address Deadline: June 9th\nRegistration Deadline: June 14\nEarly Voting: June 14 to June 22\nElection Day: June 24\n\nWhat is Ranked Choice Voting in NYC: https://www.nycvotes.org/how-to-vote/ranked-choice-voting/ Vote for 1 to 5 candidates for primaries for Mayor\, City Comptroller\, Public Advocate\, Borough President\, City Council \nFind your NY early voting or Election Day poll site and sample ballot \n\nNYC  https://findmypollsite.vote.nyc/\nNYS  https://voterlookup.elections.ny.gov/\n\nVoting Info for \n\nNew York City: https://vote.nyc/\nNew York State: https://www.elections.ny.gov/\nOther States: https://apiavote.org/how-to-vote/in-your-state/\n\nIf you run into trouble or see anything wrong\, you can call these nonpartisan hotlines for immediate assistance: \nEnglish: 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683)\nSpanish/English: 888-VE-Y-VOTA (888-839-8682)\nAsian Languages/English: 888-API-VOTE (888-274-8683)\nArabic/English: 844-YALLA-US (844-925-5287) \nNYC primary 2025 voting guide: Everything you should know  https://www.fox5ny.com/news/new-york-city-voting-primary-election
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/new-york-primary-elections-june-14-to-22-and-june-24/
LOCATION:Multiple NYC locations
CATEGORIES:Election
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