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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTSTAMP:20260818T235641Z
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SUMMARY:Noguchi’s New York
DESCRIPTION:In 1922\, Isamu Noguchi first moved to New York—a city that would remain his on-again\, off-again home for the remainder of his life. Though he was an avid traveler who built meaningful connections and temporary homes around the world\, Noguchi always returned to New York. It was here that he created some of his most iconic artworks and imagined countless others. \nThis exhibition examines Noguchi’s deep and dynamic relationship with New York City\, exploring how its material\, cultural\, social\, and political landscape indelibly transformed his artwork and thinking\, and how he in turn transformed the city. It also highlights Noguchi’s unflagging attempts to give back by sculpting communal spaces for exploration and play—efforts often thwarted\, most notably by the influential NYC Parks Commissioner Robert Moses. \nNoguchi’s New York encompasses more than 50 works\, including sculptures\, project models\, photographs\, and archival materials. The exhibition also brings to life Noguchi’s visions for unrealized playgrounds and playground equipment through a series of hand-painted animated films by Jack Cunningham and Nicolas Ménard of Eastend Western. \nOrganized on the 40th anniversary of The Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum\, this exhibition celebrates the Museum itself as one of Noguchi’s most profound gifts to this city he called home. \nPhoto credit: Isamu Noguchi\, 1980
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/noguchis-new-york/
LOCATION:Noguchi Museum\, Noguchi Museum\, 9-01 33rd Rd\, Astoria\, NY 11106\, USA\, Astoria\, NY\, 11106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Exhibit,Photography
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260318
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260729
DTSTAMP:20260731T150944Z
CREATED:20260720T222654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T150944Z
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SUMMARY:A Legacy Continued: Recent Acquisitions to the Asia Society Museum Collection
DESCRIPTION:A Legacy Continued features recent acquisitions received from Sandra Ferry Rockefeller and Hope Aldrich in honor of their parents\, John D. Rockefeller 3rd and Blanchette Hooker Rockefeller. These gifts were originally part of Mr. and Mrs. Rockefeller’s personal collection\, and this display celebrates their homecoming. These pieces complement other works within the museum collection\, some of which are included in this exhibition. Together\, they offer greater opportunities for comparative studies among them. \nTwo Chola bronze statues of Hindu deities from Hope Aldrich—a Shiva and a Satyabhama—add to the already magnificent group of Indian Chola bronzes in the collection. From Sandra Ferry\, two lovely gilt bronze Chinese Buddhist statues augment the museum’s existing Chinese Buddhist sculptures\, while the addition of three Thai works furthers the collection’s strength in Southeast Asian sculpture. See Selected Works in the Exhibition to preview some of these important gifts.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/a-legacy-continued-recent-acquisitions-to-the-asia-society-museum-collection/
LOCATION:Asia Society\, 725 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10021
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Exhibit
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260318
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTSTAMP:20260731T151947Z
CREATED:20260720T223215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T151947Z
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SUMMARY:Busy\, Busy Towns: Moving Images of a Changing Asia
DESCRIPTION:This selection of works from the Asia Society Museum Collection explore how rapidly evolving cultural\, political\, and ecological issues have shaped urban landscapes across contemporary Asia\, and in particular China\, Indonesia\, and Taiwan. The exhibition presents seven works featuring the artists Song Dong\, Chen Shaoxiong\, Tromarama\, and Chen Chieh-jen. The innovative range of styles implemented to produce these moving images—through stop-motion animation of woodcuts\, ink painting\, or embroidery—among other methods\, speaks to the creative depth and diversity of the region. The artists explore the dynamic energy of cities\, whether fueled by consumerism and gentrification or by collapsing industries and environmental degradation. Actively reflecting on the regeneration of cityscapes and the subsequent impact on urban lives\, these works initiate a renewed dialogue with the current exhibition\, (Re)Generations: Rina Bannerjee\, Bryon Kim\, and Howardena Pindell amid the Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller 3rd Collection.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/busy-busy-towns-moving-images-of-a-changing-asia/
LOCATION:Asia Society\, 725 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10021
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Exhibit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270128
DTSTAMP:20260818T200949Z
CREATED:20260818T200949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T200949Z
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SUMMARY:Buddha and Shiva\, Lotus and Dragon
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Asia Society’s seventieth anniversary\, Asia Society Museum presents Buddha and Shiva\, Lotus and Dragon: Celebrating 70 Years of Asia Society and the Rockefeller Legacy. \nDisplaying seventy of the finest examples of Asian art in the United States drawn from Asia Society’s permanent collection\, the exhibition showcases the extraordinary range of bronzes\, ceramics\, and metalwork thoughtfully assembled between the 1950s and the 1970s by John D. Rockefeller 3rd (1906-1978) and his wife Blanchette Hooker Rockefeller (1909-1992). John D. Rockefeller 3rd founded Asia Society in 1956 with the mission to promote greater knowledge of Asia in the United States; the bequest of the collection to Asia Society in 1979 underscores the Rockefellers’ conviction that an aesthetic encounter with great works of art promotes deep cross-cultural understanding. \nWith highlights including spectacular Buddhist and Hindu sculptures\, and rare Chinese\, Korean\, and Japanese ceramics\, Buddha and Shiva\, Lotus and Dragon celebrates historic achievements in Asian art spanning more than two millennia. The exhibition foregrounds the transformative power of faith and the catalyzing potential of international trade in the creation of great works of art across Asia. \nBuddha and Shiva\, Lotus and Dragon presents a special opportunity for museum visitors to experience the unparalleled quality of the Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Thrid Collection at its home at Asia Society Museum in New York City.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/buddha-and-shiva-lotus-and-dragon/
LOCATION:Asia Society\, 725 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10021
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261027
DTSTAMP:20260327T140040Z
CREATED:20260327T140040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T140040Z
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SUMMARY:Japan Fes NYC 2026:  Japanese Food Festival
DESCRIPTION:JAPAN Fes\, one of the city’s most beloved street food events\, is returning to celebrate a major milestone: its 10th anniversary in New York City\, bringing dozens of Japanese food vendors to the streets for a full day of snacking\, sipping and exploring.  Each event typically runs from 10 am to 6 pm and pops up in neighborhoods across Manhattan\, Brooklyn and Queens. \nHere are the 2026 JAPAN Fes dates in NYC: \nMarch 28 in the East Village\nMarch 29 in Midtown West \nApril 4 in the Village\nApril 5 on the Upper West Side\nApril 11 in the East Village\nApril 12 in the East Village\nApril 18 in Morningside Heights\nApril 19 in Chelsea\nApril 25 in Chelsea\nApril 26 in Astoria\nMay\nMay 2 on the Upper East Side\nMay 3 on the Upper West Side\nMay 9 in Chelsea\nMay 24 in the Village\nMay 30 on the Upper East Side\nMay 31 in the East Village\nJune\nJune 6 in the East Village\nJune 7 on the Upper West Side\nJune 14 in the East Village\nJune 21 in Brooklyn\nJune 27 in Times Square\nJune 28 in Astoria\nJuly\nJuly 11 in Chelsea\nJuly 19 in Times Square\nAugust\nAugust 2 on the Upper West Side\nSeptember\nSeptember 12 in Chelsea\nSeptember 13 in Chelsea\nSeptember 19 on the Upper East Side\nSeptember 26 in Morningside Heights\nSeptember 27 on the Upper East Side\nOctober\nOctober 3 in the East Village\nOctober 10 in Astoria\nOctober 24 in the East Village\nOctober 25 on the Upper West Side
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/japan-fes-nyc-2026-japanese-food-festival/
LOCATION:Multiple NYC locations
CATEGORIES:Food,In Person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270104
DTSTAMP:20260818T202009Z
CREATED:20260818T202009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T202009Z
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SUMMARY:Shu Lea Cheang\, LOVER LOVE
DESCRIPTION:LOVER LOVE\, a new commission for the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art by Shu Lea Cheang\, begins with a portal. A window is flung open and the gray wall of an apartment block dissolves into a turbulent\, overcast sky\, against which a smoky being is enveloped by a six-winged seraphim—an angel of the highest order. \nThis opening transition is both a gesture to Cheang’s longtime collaborator\, musician Aérea Negrot (1980–2023)\, who died by suicide\, and a marker of an entry into a hybrid space of documentation and imagination. For this film\, presented as a four-channel installation\, Cheang worked with eight intergenerational performers in Tucson\, Arizona\, all of whom contributed their own experiences\, narratives\, and dreams of and for trans and gender nonconforming life in today’s United States. \nThis collaboratively scripted film moves between physical and virtual space: between performances in a motel room\, a junkyard\, and city streets amid surrounding nature\, we can see desert plants blooming anthropomorphic appendages and souls escaping inhuman oppression to take transhuman flight. \nThe gallery’s four screens\, themselves portals to the film’s world\, can be shifted by viewers into and out of the path of each projector. Each movement triggers a segment of Negrot’s 2011 track “It’s Lover\, Love”—a dreamy\, minimalist meditation on the lingering traces of broken promises and vanished love. These aural and physical shifts create new compositions\, morphing the installation into an active landscape in which to navigate agency\, survival\, and intimacy in a time of escalating political precarity.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/shu-lea-cheang-lover-love/
LOCATION:The Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art\, 26 Wooster Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTSTAMP:20260416T174018Z
CREATED:20260416T174018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T174018Z
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SUMMARY:Art Exhibition: Siyan Wong: Make It 10 Cents
DESCRIPTION:Make it 10 Cents is a painting exhibition to raise awareness and to support a one-day pop-up redemption on May 26th in Chinatown. This pop-up simulates the passage of the Bigger Better Bottle Bill by redeeming all materials at the 10-cent rate. \nSiyan Wong’s paintings depict elderly low wage workers who collect cans to survive. Each of her social realist paintings\, in vibrant colors\, captures a fleeting moment that exudes the human experience of living – depicting lives whose efflorescence is held back by the politics of their days. Together\, they show the human spirit always venturing toward a better life. \nThrough these paintings\, she gives visibility to the work of the historically marginalized\, and puts a spotlight on the cans and bottles that end up in costly landfills that devastate our environment. The individuals appearing in her paintings are elderly Chinese immigrants in Chinatown and the Lower East Side who worked in garment factories\, restaurants\, and homecare before turning to rummaging for cans and bottles on the streets. \nWong states that\, “Art is only as powerful as the inspiration for actions that comes from it. ‘Make It 10 Cents’ is an art exhibition about doing right by our vulnerable population of elderly and working poor\, and to protect our environment that is experiencing rapid\, severe degradation driven in part by failure in policies.” \nLocation: Welcome to Chinatown\nRegular Hours: Monday to Friday: 10:00AM – 6:00PM\nDuration: April 14 – May 29\, 2026
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/art-exhibition-siyan-wong-make-it-10-cents/
LOCATION:Welcome to Chinatown\, 115 Bowery\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T000000
DTSTAMP:20260514T003814Z
CREATED:20260514T003814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T003814Z
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SUMMARY:Queens Night Market
DESCRIPTION:The Queens Night Market is a large\, family-friendly open-air night market in Queens\, featuring over 100 independent vendors selling merchandise\, art\, and food and featuring small-scale cultural performances\, all celebrating the rich cultural diversity and heritage of NYC and Queens. \nEvery Saturday from  4pm to midnight \nApril.18 to  August 22  and  September 19 to October 31. 2026 \nWe’re located behind the New York Hall of Science in Flushing Meadow Corona Park in Queens NYC \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/queens-night-market-2/
LOCATION:New York Hall of Science\, 47-01 111th St\, Corona\, NY\, 11368\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Night Market
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260603
DTSTAMP:20260603T122958Z
CREATED:20260514T150612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T122958Z
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SUMMARY:Theater: Indian Princesses (with Discount on May 17)
DESCRIPTION:Access $25 tickets Use Disount Code: JAANY for May 17 at 7pn show. \nIndian Princesses\nby Eliana Theologides Rodriguez\ndirected by Miranda Cornell \nn the summer of 2008\, five young girls of color and their white fathers attend a program designed to bond families through handmade activities\, camp-like adventures\, and a heavy dose of cultural appropriation. But where can these girls turn when the program sparks questions that their fathers are unable – or unwilling – to answer? Inspired by the playwright’s experiences in a father-daughter program of the same name\, Indian Princesses is a tender satire that explores the stories we tell\, the histories we omit\, and the truths that live inside us\, waiting to come out.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/theater-indian-princesses-with-discount-on-may-17/
LOCATION:Linda Gross Theater\, 336 W 20th St\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261217
DTSTAMP:20260818T202523Z
CREATED:20260818T202523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T202523Z
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SUMMARY:Bangladesh Not "Bhaangadesh"
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition explores how Bangladeshis in Bangladesh and beyond took actions during the 2024 mass uprisings against the quota system in place\, since 1972\, immediately after the birth of the country in 1971. Featuring articles such as printed international artworks by Bangladeshi artists\, handcrafted tools\, and relevant media\, the exhibition serves as a homage to learn\, reflect\, discuss\, and heal. \nBangladesh\, Not “Bhaangadesh” seeks to raise social (in)justice awareness through showcasing Bangladeshi artistic expression\, and persistent crimes against humanity from the summer of 2024–of government-implemented curfews\, with “shoot-on-sight” commands\, country-wide internet revoked\, houses raids\, innocent lives taken\, and unnecessary arrests made\, etc. After decades of corruption and nepotism\, Bangladeshi students stood up against the unjust quota system of prioritizing government positions rather than basing hiring on skill\, talent\, and merit–for descendants of ancestors prominent in the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/bangladesh-not-bhaangadesh/
LOCATION:King Manor Museum\, 150-03 Jamaica Ave\, Jamaica\, NY\, 11432\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Exhibit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTSTAMP:20260511T200605Z
CREATED:20260424T163511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T200605Z
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SUMMARY:Our Journeys Exhibition (Montclair NJ)
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with Our Journeys\, a powerful multimedia exhibition created by the Vietnamese Boat People nonprofit organization (VBP)\, on view from May 6 to June 6 during library public hours. \nCentering the voices of Vietnamese Americans\, Our Journeys brings to life deeply personal stories of migration\, memory\, and resilience. Through oral histories\, cherished artifacts\, and interactive elements\, the exhibition invites visitors to explore the emotional and historical threads that connect generations across the diaspora. \nAbout the Exhibition\nOur Journeys is a curated multimedia experience\, inspired by the interviews and content generated by the Vietnamese Boat People podcast and programs. It is developed around the core concept that a story passed down is a gift—something given to another with intention and without obligation. For a community whose stories have often been told by others\, this exhibit centers the voices of the Vietnamese diaspora\, reclaiming the narrative through personal stories\, photographs\, displays\, and video essays. Visitors will be immersed in the resilience\, legacy\, and diversity of our community’s lived experiences. \n \nAbout Montclair Public Library\nThe Montclair Public Library is a vibrant cultural and educational institution where ideas come to life\, fostering artistic enrichment\, cultural exploration\, and lifelong learning. We strive to connect people of all ages and backgrounds by offering inclusive access to knowledge\, creativity\, and community through dynamic programming\, collaborative spaces\, and joyful engagement. \nAbout Vietnamese Boat People\nVietnamese Boat People (VBP) is a nonprofit organization based in Montclair NJ. Established in 2018\, our mission is to amplify the stories of the Vietnamese diaspora community\, educate and inspire\, and foster meaningful connections. The organization’s name\, Vietnamese Boat People\, initially paid tribute to the millions of refugees who fled Vietnam by boat. Since then\, the organization has evolved and is dedicated to supporting all stories from the Vietnamese diaspora community. Through our award-winning podcast\, innovative storytelling\, digital archives\, and community-driven programs\, we provide accessible platforms for communities to engage with these narratives. https://www.vietnameseboatpeople.org \nPhoto credits: Argenis Apolinario
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/our-journeys-exhibition/
LOCATION:Montclair Public Library\, 50 South Fullerton Ave.\, Montclair\, NJ\, 07042\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270125
DTSTAMP:20260915T010618Z
CREATED:20260522T200133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T010618Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibition: Ed Young’s Bright Worlds
DESCRIPTION:For over 60 years\, Ed Young (1931–2023) invigorated the world of children’s books through intimate storytelling\, inventive artistry\, and potent emotionality. This first U.S. retrospective features original artwork from 15 of his most significant projects—focusing on works drawn from his personal story and Chinese folktales—alongside a selection of his sketchbooks\, family photos\, and personal effects. \nYoung achieved distinction as a beloved storyteller and illustrator who challenged younger audiences with pictorial and moral complexity. He was a towering figure in children’s literature\, reaching wide audiences while earning the field’s top honors. His retelling of the Chinese “Little Red Riding Hood\,” Lon Po Po\, introduced generations of children to Chinese folklore and won the Caldecott Medal; he also received two Caldecott Honors for earlier works. Across his career\, he garnered numerous accolades\, including multiple selections for The New York Times’ “10 Best Illustrated Children’s Books” list. \nThe exhibition traces Young’s family life in Shanghai\, where he was the fourth youngest of five children. As a teenager\, he and his brother were sent to live in Hong Kong to flee the civil war in China. He immigrated to America for college\, eventually earning an art degree from the ArtCenter School in Los Angeles\, and then moved to New York. “I set out with $20 borrowed money in my pocket to bet my life in New York City\,” he wrote. After being laid off from an advertising studio\, he submitted sketches to children’s book publisher Ursula Nordstrom\, who hired him to illustrate The Mean Mouse and Other Mean Stories (1962)\, launching a career that would span over 100 books. \nHis most memorable projects were deeply personal. Ed Young’s Bright Worlds guides viewers through key moments of his life and oeuvre with original artwork from The House Baba Built (2011)\, about his childhood in Japan-occupied Shanghai; Voices of the Heart (1997)\, exploring Chinese culture through the relationship between writing\, image and his lifelong tai chi practice; My Mei Mei (2006)\, on adopting his daughters; and Bright World (2024)\, a book published posthumously in China\, meditating on the cyclical nature of life. \n“So many of us grew up on Ed Young’s art and storytelling\,” said Herb Tam\, MOCA’s Chief Curator. “This exhibition will reveal what went into crafting masterworks of the children’s book form. Visitors will be enchanted by his fluent handling of media—from pastel and cut paper to pen\, ink\, and collage—and inspired by his story as a resourceful immigrant striving to make his mark in a creative field.” \n“As a father of three\, I’ve seen firsthand how children’s books shape the way we see the world\,” said Michael Lee\, MOCA’s President. “The imagery and storytelling stay with us—they become part of our family conversations\, our imaginations\, and even the way we share stories later in life. It’s a special honor to explore the life and mind of Ed Young\, whose work has inspired generations. Through this exhibition\, we not only celebrate his extraordinary achievements but also revisit how deeply his art was shaped by his journey as a Chinese American—reflecting his early life in China and the graceful balance he found as a lifelong practitioner of tai chi.” \nEd Young’s Bright Worlds is part of MOCA’s Luminaries for America250\, a yearlong celebration of Chinese American historymakers at the Semiquincentennial. For more about the Luminaries project\, visit https://www.mocanyc.org/2026/01/02/moca-luminaries-for-america250/ \nPhoto of Ed Young by Sean Kernan
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/exhibition-ed-youngs-bright-worlds/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
CATEGORIES:Art,Book,Grades K–5
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T235939Z
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SUMMARY:Passport to Taiwan 2026
DESCRIPTION:Since 1999\, the United States has recognized the second week of May as Taiwanese American Heritage Week\, celebrating the contributions and achievements of Taiwanese Americans. As part of this national recognition\, Passport to Taiwan has been a platform to not only showcase the vibrant culture of Taiwan but also honor the Taiwanese American experience—a story of perseverance\, innovation\, and success in the U.S. \nOn Sunday\, May 24\, 2026\, we invite you to join us at Union Square for the Passport to Taiwan Festival\, where we celebrate both our heritage and the incredible impact of Taiwanese Americans in communities across the country. \n📍 Date: May 24\, 2026\n📍 Location: Union Square\, New York City\n📍 Time: 12 PM – 5 PM \nFrom delicious Taiwanese street food and traditional performances to inspiring stories of Taiwanese Americans who have made their mark in business\, government\, arts\, and beyond\, this festival is a celebration of our identity and achievements. Whether you are reconnecting with your roots or learning about Taiwan and its people for the first time\, Passport to Taiwan is your gateway to experiencing the best of our culture and community. \nJoin us in celebrating the journey\, resilience\, and contributions of Taiwanese Americans. Mark your calendars and be part of this special event!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/passport-to-taiwan-2026/
LOCATION:Union Square Park North\, 17th Street between Park Avenue and Broadway)\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T180000
DTSTAMP:20260524T004449Z
CREATED:20260517T003005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T004449Z
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SUMMARY:Short Films from NYC Chinatown
DESCRIPTION:Art & Activism through Storytelling by Think!Chinatown\n\n\n‍ ‍ \nVisiting from NYC\, Think!Chinatown brings a selection of their storytelling projects to Toronto. These short films tease out complex stories of immigration journeys\, the birth of the Asian American movement\, and the everyday lives of Chinatown community members. \nFollowing the screening\, Executive Director of Think!Chinatown\, Yin Kong\, will discuss how storytelling is an essential part of T!C’s practice in their creative placekeeping work. Conversation will be moderated by Amy Wang of Long Time No See. \nWalk-ins are welcome\, with priority to those who have RSVP’d \nProgram: \n\n“Rocking the Boat” features pioneering advocate Yee Ling Poon\, following her time with Asian Americans for Equality (AAFE) and the Basement Workshop.\n“Everyday Chinatown” is an animated shorts series that highlights objects found in everyday life in our community through animated artwork by Asian American artists and oral history recordings from Chinatown community members.\n“An Ode to our Generations: with Nobuko Miyamoto (Yellow Pearl)” is a short film featuring musician and “artivist” Nobuko Miyamoto. This is the third short film in a series inspired by the incredible work and foundation laid by Basement Workshop and Yellow Pearl more than 50 years ago\n“Grand Rising” is a fashion story inspired by Domingo Anthony\, one of the first Black landowners in New Netherland circa 1643 who lived in the south eastern corner of current day Chinatown.\n“Presenting Think!Chinatown” is a mini-documentary about Think!Chinatown’s work during a year of extraordinary growth with the support of an amazing team and dedicated volunteers.\n“Artisanal Chinatown: Tofu” is a mini-documentary produced by Think!Chinatown\, starring the tofu makers of Chinatown. Get a behind the scenes look at the artisanal process of making tofu\, and learn about the family legacies behind the tofu shops in the neighborhood.\n\nThis event is presented by Think!Chinatown in partnership with Long Time No See\, and sponsored by Reel Asian. \nThink!Chinatown is a creative placekeeping non-profit here to create intergenerational spaces of art\, joy\, belonging and connection in Manhattan’s Chinatown. At the intersection of arts\, storytelling and neighborhood engagement\, T!C works to grow community agency in our own neighborhood’s built environment as well as the narrative of our own stories. @thinkchinatown \nLong Time No See’s collective work seeks to connect the Chinatown community across generations\, remind us all that our current struggle is not a new one\, and we have much to learn from one another. Through communal art creation\, we hold space for us all to gather and share our stories – of family\, of hardship\, of resilience and our hopes for the future. @ltnschinatown \nReel Asian is a not-for-profit charitable cultural organization that advocates for Asian representation through media arts. As Canada’s largest pan-Asian film festival\, Reel Asian® provides a public forum for Asian and Asian diasporic artists and their work\, and fuels the growing appreciation for diverse media in Canada. @reelasian \nCover photo by Sophia Deng
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/short-films-from-nyc-chinatown/
LOCATION:Bachir/Yerex Presentation Space\, The Commons (Suite 440) 401 Richmond Street West Toronto\, ON\, M5V 3A8 Canada\, Bachir/Yerex Presentation Space\, The Commons (Suite 440)\, 401 Richmond Street West\, Toronto\, ON\, M5V 3A8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260526T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260526T180000
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SUMMARY:Exploring Foundations and Futures: Asian American and Pacific Islander Multimedia Textbook
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the UCLA Asian American Studies Center\, Teach Asian American Stories invites educators to explore Foundations and Futures\, a newly launched free and online multimedia textbook that centers Asian American and Pacific Islander histories and perspectives – because our history is your history. \nThis interactive session will begin with a guided walkthrough of the textbook\, highlighting its rich collection of chapters\, media\, and classroom-ready resources. Participants will then have dedicated time to explore the platform and consider how it can support their own teaching. \nWe’ll close with a preview of the curriculum modules for the chapter\, “The Tape Family and Chinese American Civil Rights.” We will examine the Tape v. Hurley (1885) case to explore the distinctions between exclusion and segregation and to open up broader conversations about race\, access to education\, and belonging. Educators will leave with practical tools and inspiration to bring this new resource into their classrooms in meaningful ways. \nFree and open to all. Professional Development hours awarded. \nThis workshop is brought to you by UCLA Asian American Studies Center\, Teach Asian American Stories\, and AAPI New Jersey. \n– \nFacilitators: Christian-Joseph Macahilig\, UCLA Outreach Coordinator\, and Sulynn Miao\, TAAS Curriculum and Program Manager \nChristian-Joseph Macahilig is an Outreach Coordinator for the Foundation and Futures AAPI multimedia textbook team with the UCLA Asian American Studies Center. Prior to joining the Foundations and Futures team\, Christian taught middle school Social Studies in New York City and also worked with Filipinx-American nonprofit organizations. From his experiences as both a student and educator\, he noticed the Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders were barely represented in curriculum and other classroom materials. This absence drives Christian to reform curriculum by advocating for all schools to have AAPI and Ethnic Studies as required learning. He aims to elevate voices of the AAPI community and ensure that their stories and cultures are taught with fidelity.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/exploring-foundations-and-futures-asian-american-and-pacific-islander-multimedia-textbook/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:High School,Middle School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T083809Z
CREATED:20260424T083809Z
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SUMMARY:Comics for the Revolution: Lianhuanhua in China 1949-1989
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening with Zheng Shengtian\, Kuiyi Shen\, and Jane DeBevoise.\n\n\nPlease come to AAAinA at 6:30pm on Tuesday\, May 26 to hear artist\, curator\, and former China Art Academy professor Shengtian Zheng speak about his experience creating and teaching lianhuanhua\, followed by a conversation with U.C. San Diego professor Kuiyi Shen\, moderated by Jane DeBevoise. \nLianhuanhua are palm-sized picture books that emerged in China in the early 1900s as popular forms of entertainment\, much like comics. After 1949 and the establishment of the People’s Republic of China\, Mao Zedong mandated that art\, including comics\, should serve the people. For the next 30 years\, artists were enlisted to illustrate these little picture books with images of valiant workers\, victorious PLA soldiers and model citizens\, often women. Hundreds of millions of copies were published. But when the Cultural Revolution ended in 1976 and the political environment relaxed\, classical legends\, love stories\, and Western sci-fi\, including Star Wars\, quickly replaced the heroic exploits of workers\, peasants and soldiers\, and the popularity of lianhuanhua surged. \nA selection of lianhuanhua from the 1920s to 1989 will be on display in the AAAinA reading room during the program. \nBios: \nZheng Shengtian is an artist\, scholar\, and curator based in Vancouver. Before 1990\, he worked at the China Academy of Art as Professor and Chair of the Oil Painting Department. He was a visiting professor at the University of Minnesota and San Diego State University\, Secretary of the Annie Wong Art Foundation\, Founding Board Director of the Vancouver International Centre for Contemporary Asian Art\, and the Adjunct Director of the Institute of Asian Art at the Vancouver Art Gallery. Currently\, he is the Managing Editor of Yishu: Journal of Contemporary Chinese Art\, a trustee of Asia Art Archive in America and a Research Fellow at Simon Fraser University. Zheng has organized and curated numerous exhibitions and events\, and has frequently contributed to periodicals and catalogues. In 2013\, Zheng Shengtian: Selected Writing on Art was published in four volumes by China Academy Press. His latest publications include Sino-Mexican Art and Cultural Exchanges in the Twentieth Century (Cambria Press\, 2024) and a Chinese version. In 2011 he was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award for curatorial work by the Vancouver Biennale. In 2013 He received an Honorary Doctorate of Letters from Emily Carr University of Art + Design. In 2025 he was given The King Charles III Coronation Medal for his contribution to the community. \nKuiyi Shen is Professor of Asian Art History\, Theory\, and Criticism at UC San Diego. His teaching and writing has focused on Chinese and Japanese art with an emphasis on modern and contemporary Chinese art and Sino-Japanese art exchanges in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. He received a BA in fine arts from the Shanghai Normal University and an MA and PhD in art history from the Ohio State University. Shen is the author and co-author of many books and exhibition catalogues on modern and contemporary Chinese art\, including A Century in Crisis: Tradition and Modernity in the Art of Twentieth Century China (1998); Between the Thunder and the Rain: Chinese Paintings from the Opium War to the Cultural Revolution (2000); Zhou Brothers—Thirty Years of Collaboration (2004); Reboot: The Third Chengdu Biennale (2007); Chinese Posters (2009); Arts of Modern China (2012\, winner of the 2013 ICAS Book Prize in Humanities)\, Echo of the Universe: Ink Art of Liu Kuo-sung (2016); Li Huayi: Landscapes from a Master’s Heart (2018) and many others.  \nJane DeBevoise is President and Chair of Asia Art Archive in America in New York and Chair Emeritus of Asia Art Archive in Hong Kong. Prior to moving to Hong Kong in 2002\, Ms. DeBevoise was Deputy Director of the Guggenheim Museum\, responsible for museum operations and exhibitions globally. She joined the Museum in 1996 as Project Director of China: 5000 Years\, a large-scale exhibition of traditional and modern Chinese art that was presented in 1998 at the Guggenheim museums in New York and Bilbao. Prior to 1996\, Ms. DeBevoise was Managing Director at Bankers Trust Company where she worked for 14 years in New York\, Hong Kong\, Tokyo and London. With a MA from the University of California\, Berkeley and a PhD from The University of Hong Kong\, Ms. DeBevoise writes and lectures widely. Her publications include Between State and Market: Chinese Contemporary Art in the Post-Mao Era (2014) and the co-authored Uncooperative Contemporaries: Exhibitions in Shanghai in 2000 (2020). \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nThe event is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts\, the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council\, Ruth Foundation for the Arts\, and other foundations and individuals.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/comics-for-the-revolution-lianhuanhua-in-china-1949-1989/
LOCATION:Asia Art Archive in America\, 23 Cranberry Street\, Ground Floor\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260519T025705Z
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SUMMARY:Music with Slant: Lucky FM 2
DESCRIPTION:Slant returns to The Club to dig deeper and wider into the liminal space between past and present with Lucky FM 2. Through the underground radio’s telethon portal….Slant journeys through AANHPI histories with bamboo flutes\, drums\, and guitars telling stories of the Japanese-American concentration camps\, the International Hotel\, Vincent Chin\, and today. Performed viscerally through music\, dance\, and humor\, Slant finds unity amidst chaos in a celebration of community. \nSlant is the trio ensemble of Rick Ebihara\, Wayland Quintero\, and Perry Yung. In 1995\, Slant premiered Big Dicks\, Asian Men followed by other works through the 2000s that featured farcical themes punctuated by outlandish and poignant moments that audiences flocked to see at La MaMa and across the USA.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/music-with-slant-lucky-fm-2/
LOCATION:The Club (La Mama)\, 74A East 4th Street\, New York\, New York\, 10003
CATEGORIES:Activism,In Person,Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260625
DTSTAMP:20260403T192836Z
CREATED:20260403T192836Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual: Backtalkers Academy: Critical Race Theory\, historical memory\, feminism\, democracy\, and education
DESCRIPTION:Since 2020\, AAPF’s summer schools have served as foundational platforms for learning about the forbidden histories and knowledge that make collective advocacy and activation possible. \nOver the course of five Wednesdays starting May 27th\, and together with our partners the Freedom to Learn Network and Center for Intersectionality and Social Policy Studies at Columbia Law School\, Backtalkers Academy through homerooms\, plenaries\, intensives and office hours\, will engage in interactive conversations on Critical Race Theory\, historical memory\, feminism\, democracy\, and education. Featuring some of the most distinguished racial justice and democracy experts including Carol Anderson\, Barbara Arnwine\, Kimberlé Crenshaw\, Ibram X. Kendi\, Nancy MacLean\, Jason Stanley\, and Kaye Wise Whitehead\, and many more\, this is a space to sharpen your analysis of the democratic crisis we are living through and forge the tools needed to fight back. \nWe will be running a special 10% early bird discount to the first 100 people who register by April 10th. Just use EarlyBird10 at checkout. \nIn addition\, limited 50% scholarships are available  for those who would not otherwise be able to attend.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/virtual-backtalkers-academy-critical-race-theory-historical-memory-feminism-democracy-and-education/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Education,History,Virtual,Walking Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T203000
DTSTAMP:20260508T122139Z
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SUMMARY:Think!Chinatown Dumpling Workshop Immersive Dinner
DESCRIPTION:We’re hosting a special dumpling workshop this May in Think!Chinatown’s cozy kitchen studio\, in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Rooted in our neighborhood\, Manhattan’s Chinatown\, this workshop is an invitation to connect more deeply with the foodways of the Chinese diaspora. Expect a hands-on cooking experience\, shared stories\, and a meal made together. Designed for small groups\, teams\, ERGs\, and friends who want to support\, this experience offers a more guided and elevated format than our public workshops. \nTickets are $88 per person. For more information\, please RSVP!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/thinkchinatown-dumpling-workshop-immersive-dinner/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Food,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T230403Z
CREATED:20260513T230403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T230403Z
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SUMMARY:Hulu’s Not Suitable for Work: Advance Screening with Mindy Kaling and Cast in Conversation (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Mindy Kaling\, showrunner Charlie Grandy\, and the cast of the new Hulu series Not Suitable for Work gather for an exclusive advance episode screening of the latest chapter in her ever-expanding “Mindy-verse\,” followed by a conversation. \nOn the heels of her beloved explorations of adolescence and college life in Never Have I Ever and The Sex Lives of College Girls\, Kaling returns with a sharp\, affectionate look at the chaos and ambition of life in your ’20s. Following five work-obsessed young professionals navigating friendship\, romance\, and the pressures of getting ahead in New York City — an ensemble including Ella Hunt\, Avantika Vandanapu\, Jack Martin\, Will Angus\, and Nicholas Duvernay — Not Suitable for Work is like Friends for the grindset: a funny\, heartfelt look at the realities of young adulthood and modern work culture. \nAfter the screening\, Kaling\, Grandy\, and the cast take the stage to discuss the making of the series — creating their dynamic ensemble chemistry\, how they captured the anxieties and exhilarations of early adulthood\, stories from behind the scenes\, and more.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/hulus-not-suitable-for-work-advance-screening-with-mindy-kaling-and-cast-in-conversation-hybrid/
LOCATION:92nd Street Y (92NY / 92Y)\, 1395 Lexington Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,In Person,Television,Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260529T023856Z
CREATED:20260424T083322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T023856Z
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SUMMARY:New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF)
DESCRIPTION:The New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF)\, North America’s longest-running festival dedicated to Indian independent cinema\, has announced the full lineup and official nominations for its 2026 edition\, spotlighting a diverse slate of films across 15 languages and underscoring the growing dominance of regional storytelling in contemporary Indian cinema. \nThe festival will kick off with a Gala Preview Night on May 28 featuring a 4K restored presentation of Sholay\, the 51-years old landmark Bollywood classic. A defining work in Indian cinematic history\, this special presentation celebrates the film’s enduring influence with a newly restored print which includes the original ending of the film\, setting a grand\, nostalgic\, and cinematic tone for the festival. \nOpening night on May 29 will spotlight Boong\, the Manipuri-language feature that recently won a BAFTA award\, underscoring the growing global visibility of regional Indian cinema. Director Laksmipriya Devi will attend the premiere and participate in a post-screening discussion. \nThe festival’s Centerpiece selection – a World Premiere\, Flowers of Acacia\, is directed by Anmol Sidhu (Jaggi) and presented by Shonali Bose. The film will screen on May 30 and it represents the next wave of globally relevant Indian independent cinema. The powerful sophomore Punjabi-language film by the Chandigarh-based filmmaker exposes the entrenched patriarchy in parts of India. \nAlso in the lineup is a 25th anniversary screening of Dil Chahta Hai\, Directed by Farhan Akhtar\, the film is widely credited with redefining contemporary urban Hindi cinema. \nThe festival will close May 31 with the New York premiere of the critically acclaimed Marathi-language film Tighee (Motherhood)\, starring Nehha Pendse and Sonalee Kulkarni\, both of whom are expected to attend. \n“Closing the festival with Tighee is incredibly special\,” added Suman Gollamudi\, IAAC Executive Director. “It is a film of rare emotional intelligence – intimate\, powerful\, and deeply human – leaving audiences with a sense of reflection and connection.” \nThe evening culminates in the NYIFF Awards Ceremony\, honoring outstanding achievements across this year’s festival slate. \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/new-york-indian-film-festival-nyiff/
LOCATION:Village East Cinema\, 189 2nd Ave\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260528T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260528T124500
DTSTAMP:20260527T141045Z
CREATED:20260518T134454Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Mandates in a Minute: Impact\, Utility\, and Approaches for AAPI and LGBTQ+ Inclusive Content
DESCRIPTION:Join Teach Asian American Stories and the New Jersey Advisory Commission on Advancing LGBTQIA+ Youth Equity and Inclusion in Schools for a Lunch & Learn designed for school and district leaders. This session will provide a brief overview of the workshops\, resources\, and partnership opportunities available to support schools in implementing inclusive\, mandate-aligned AAPI and LGBTQ+ content across K–12 classrooms and school communities. Participants will explore practical approaches\, ready-to-use supports\, and meaningful entry points for fostering more inclusive learning environments for all students. \nFree and open to all. Professional Development hours awarded. \nThis workshop is brought to you by the New Jersey Advisory Commission on Advancing LGBTQIA+ Youth Equity and Inclusion in Schools\, Teach Asian American Stories and AAPI New Jersey. \nFacilitators: Roslyne Shiao\, AAPI New Jersey\, and Kate Okeson\, New Jersey Advisory Commission on Advancing LGBTQIA+ Youth Equity and Inclusion in Schools
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/lunch-learn-mandates-in-a-minute-impact-utility-and-approaches-for-aapi-and-lgbtq-inclusive-content/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Grades K–5,High School,Middle School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T175958Z
CREATED:20260520T175928Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA x Po Wing Hong - Spring in the Kitchen: Flavors of Renewal
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Po Wing Hong Food Market 寶榮行\, a cornerstone of Manhattan’s Chinatown for more than 45 years\, the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) invites you to a vibrant tasting and conversation celebrating the flavors\, ingredients\, and traditions of springtime. Centered around seasonal specialties\, this program explores how everyday ingredients\, from dried fruits like goji berries\, jujubes\, and longan to herbs such as dried Chinese yam and codonopsis\, play a role in nourishing the body and reflecting the rhythms of the season. \nJoin Sophia Tsao\, Executive Vice President of Po Wing Hong\, for a guided introduction to ingredients commonly found in Chinese home kitchens during the warmer months. Through storytelling\, demonstrations\, and tastings\, you will learn how families select\, prepare\, and enjoy foods believed to restore balance\, boost energy\, and support overall well-being as the seasons shift. Bird’s nest will be introduced as one of many traditional ingredients\, offering insight into its cultural significance alongside more familiar pantry staples. \nWhether you are a seasoned cook or simply curious\, this program offers a welcoming and accessible entry point into culinary knowledge passed down through generations. Come ready to taste\, ask questions\, and leave with practical tips for shopping and cooking\, along with a deeper appreciation of how seasonal foods connect memory\, tradition\, and everyday life. \n$20 Early Bird Admission | $25 General Admission | $20 Student & Senior | $15 Members \nAbout Sophia Tsao \n\n\nSophia Tsao is the Executive Vice President of Po Wing Hong Food Market Inc.\, a cornerstone of Manhattan’s Chinatown for more than 45 years. A graduate of Boston University’s School of Management\, Sophia never expected to join the family business founded by her parents\, Patrick and Nancy Ng. But over time\, she came to see that leading Po Wing Hong is not only a professional calling—it is a way to preserve and celebrate Chinese food culture in America. Today\, she guides the company’s growth across wholesale\, retail\, and e-commerce while ensuring Asian American communities continue to have access to high-quality\, traditional Chinese ingredients. \nBeyond her role at Po Wing Hong\, Sophia is an active community advocate and serves on the Board of the Charles B. Wang Community Health Center\, a nationally recognized HRSA Quality Leader. \nAbout Po Wing Hong \nSince 1980\, Po Wing Hong Food Market has been fueling kitchens and nourishing communities in Manhattan’s Chinatown. Founded by Patrick and Nancy Ng\, we bring the flavors of Hong Kong to New York through a thoughtfully curated mix of Cantonese staples—premium dried seafood\, traditional herbs\, and soup ingredients rooted in generations of wisdom. We believe health is wealth\, and we proudly embrace the Eastern philosophy of food as medicine\, where every ingredient plays a role in supporting balance and well-being. \nWe live by three simple values: quality\, honesty\, and expertise. With decades of hands-on knowledge behind every recommendation\, we’re not just selling ingredients—we’re helping keep Chinese culinary traditions alive\, one bowl at a time. \nOur Brooklyn-based wholesale division\, Po Wing Trading\, delivers daily to restaurants and retailers across New York City and has been sharing our flavors around the world since the early 1990s.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-x-po-wing-hong-spring-in-the-kitchen-flavors-of-renewal/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T203000
DTSTAMP:20260529T141735Z
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SUMMARY:Theater: Dragoness and Art Exhibit: Misalignment
DESCRIPTION:A high-octane\, satirical commentary on race and creating art under capitalism\, Dragoness interrogates the ethics of reinventing identity in order to satisfy the expectations of those in power. \nWritten by Thai-American playwright Cha Mangan and directed by Samantha Toy Ozeas. Starring Vi To\, Bridget Gao\, Balfour Clark\, and Aaron Applebey. Produced by Tin Can Contingency. To learn more about the project and artists involved: https://givebutter.com/dragoness \nPerformances run May 28th-June 7th\, Thursdays-Sundays\, 7pm at Inspiration Point. Tickets are $15. \nPerformances of Dragoness will be accompanied by a visual art exhibition entitled Misalignment. Misalignment invites artists to respond to paradoxes\, splits\, and contradictions. They are interested in identity as paradox\, in life as contradiction\, and in practices that honor the multitudes within and the multiple realities that serve us both for expression and for protection. Work featured confronts internalized oppression\, betrayal—of language\, land\, lineage—and the uneasy desire to pass\, belong\, or ascend.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/theater-dragoness-and-art-exhibit-misalignment/
LOCATION:Inspiration Point Center for the Arts\, 710 Tiffany St\, Bronx\, NY\, 10474\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,In Person,Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260611
DTSTAMP:20260604T140949Z
CREATED:20260529T121851Z
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SUMMARY:Movie: Forge  (starring Kelly Marie Tran)
DESCRIPTION:In this thriller\, In Miami\, the resourceful Zhang siblings—Raymond and Coco—sell forged paintings to unsuspecting parties. Despite their thriving underground operation\, the siblings are still short on cash when they cross paths with disgraced millionaire Holden Beaumont. Sensing an opportunity to make a fortune\, Holden convinces the Zhangs to forge long lost masterpieces as a front for his family’s collection. Meanwhile\, FBI Art Crimes agent Emily Lee moves from New York to Miami\, discovering a plethora of forgeries cropping up in the South Florida art market. As Emily continues to investigate the Zhang siblings’ work\, their lives converge to devastating effect in the Zhang family dim sum restaurant. In English\, Spanish and Cantonese with English subtitles. \nA film by Jing Ai Ng \nStarring:  \n\nKelly Marie Tran\nAndie Ju\nBrandon Soo Hoo\nEdmund Donovan\nEva De Dominici\nT. R. Knight\nJack Falahee\nSonya Walger
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/movie-forge-starring-kelly-marie-tran/
LOCATION:Quad Cinema\, 34 W. 13th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10011
CATEGORIES:Film,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260529T165635Z
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SUMMARY:2026 CUNY Asian American Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Promoting the artistic visual talents and stimulate communication among CUNY filmmakers.\n\n\nSince 2004\, the CUNY Asian American Film Festival (AAFF) has celebrated the creativity and vision of student filmmakers from across the City University of New York. Having awarded over $16\,000 in cash prizes over the years\, the festival promotes the artistic talents of CUNY students and fosters meaningful connections among peers from campuses including BMCC\, City College\, Brooklyn College\, Hunter College\, Lehman College\, College of Staten Island\, Queens College\, NYC College of Technology\, and the CUNY Graduate Center. \nOn the evening of the festival\, the winners ($250 prize) and runners-up ($150 prize) will remain anonymous until after a screening of selected films. Following the screening\, we will host an awards ceremony and a Q&A session with the filmmakers. \nWe look forward to seeing you on Friday to congratulate our latest group of talented CUNY student filmmakers! \nFestival Program \nDocumentary Film\nShane Gomes (Hunter College)\nLetters to BDesh\nThree young Bengali New Yorkers write letters to Bangladesh exploring distant and recent memories\, and imaginations of their beautifully complex ancestral land. \nFiction Film\nClaro de los Reyes (Brooklyn College)\nSands Street\nUnder a moonlit sky in an unwelcoming 1940s Brooklyn\, a Filipino steward and Black welder develop an intimate connection filled with hope\, solidarity\, and tenderness. \nDocumentary Film\nGurveer Singh (Borough of Manhattan Community College)\nChardi Kala (ਚੜ੍ਹਦੀ ਕਲਾ) | The Journey of an MMA Fighter\nSunder Singh is a Sikh MMA fighter navigating the balance between faith\, identity\, and the brutal world of combat sports. “Chardi Kala” (ਚੜ੍ਹਦੀ ਕਲਾ) represents a mindset of relentless optimism and resilience\, something Sunder carries with him both inside and outside the cage. Through training\, reflection\, and personal struggle\, this documentary explores what it means to stay grounded in your beliefs while chasing greatness in a demanding sport. \nFiction Film\nHanju David Youk (Queensborough Community College)\n“Bint\, Bat” بنت בת – Short Film from Jerusalem\nTwo girls in the holy land. Even though one was Jew and the other was Muslim\, their friendship was golden. However the world was not so kind. \nFiction Film\nWendy Cong Zhao (Hunter College)\nA Grieving Heart\nAn immigrant woman examines her past in the wake of her American ex-boyfriend’s death. The film explores how love and loss impact the ways the woman confronts her immigrant identity\, memories\, insecurities\, and regrets.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/2026-cuny-asian-american-film-festival/
LOCATION:CUNY Graduate Center\, 365 5th Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,In Person
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SUMMARY:Dear Lady Washington: An Anti-colonial Ceremony and Artists' Talk
DESCRIPTION:An Artist Talk and Tasting on Fine China\, Empire\, and the Domestic Table\n\n\nJoin Broken China (Tao Leigh Goffe & Cecile Chong) for an artist talk in conversation with curator Dominique Jean-Louis as part of the exhibition Albums of Inclusion: Jamaica/ Ecuador/China. Opening in the lead-up to the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States and the Battle of Brooklyn\, the exhibition reconsiders the material culture of the early republic through the intimate and often violent histories embedded in porcelain\, teeth\, tea\, and sugar. \nFollowing the talk\, guests are invited to participate in a tea gathering inspired by 18th-century tea culture and the social rituals associated with Martha Washington’s table. The program will include tastings of sweets\, herbal teas grown at the Old Stone House garden\, and a sample of Madeira wine\, a drink widely consumed in early American households. \nBy bringing together conversation\, food\, and historical reflection within the Old Stone House\, the evening invites visitors to consider how everyday domestic objects\, china\, tea\, sugar\, and the table itself\, were entangled with the global systems of extraction\, trade\, and empire that shaped the early United States. \n \nFind us on Instagram: \n@brokenchinabrokenchina@darklaboratory@taoleighgoffe@cecilestudio
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/dear-lady-washington-an-anti-colonial-ceremony-and-artists-talk/
LOCATION:Old Stone House of Brooklyn\, 336 3rd Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11215\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T190000
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SUMMARY:Laughing Lassi – The #1 South Asian Stand-Up Comedy Show in New York City!
DESCRIPTION:Laughing Lassi brings the funniest South Asian comedians from NYC and around the world to one stage.\n\n\nAfter four years of sold-out shows\, we’re kicking off 2026 with a killer lineup and fresh programming. \nGET YOUR TICKETS NOW! \nLaughing Lassi is New York City’s premier South Asian stand-up comedy show\, featuring the best Desi and Indian-American comedians from NYC and beyond. \nAs featured in TimeOut NYC\, The New Yorker\, and India Tribune\, this monthly comedy event has become a must-see cultural experience\, a place where laughter meets identity\, storytelling\, and community. \nWhether you’re South Asian or simply love smart\, diverse humor\, Laughing Lassi promises a night of non-stop laughter and unforgettable energy. Each lineup features top comedians who have performed on Comedy Central\, Netflix\, and major festivals around the world. \n📅 When: Doors open at 6:15 PM | Show starts 7:00 PM sharp (no “Brown Time” here!)\n📍 Where: Midtown Manhattan – Convenient NYC location\n🍸 Venue Policy: 2-drink minimum (alcoholic & non-alcoholic options available) \nJoin hundreds of fans who’ve made Laughing Lassi a monthly tradition for celebrating South Asian talent and NYC comedy. \nThe show is in English\, welcoming audiences of all backgrounds. Perfect for a night out with friends\, family\, or coworkers. \n🎟️ Tickets: Shows sell out fast\, grab yours now!\n💬 Follow Us: IG @LaughingLassi | Medium @LaughingLassi | TikTok @LaughingLassi \n🚨 Important Information\nLineups are subject to change due to last-minute cancellations.\nTickets cover the main show (7:00 PM – 8:30 PM)\, not your drinks.\nRefunds available up to 24 hours before the event; no refunds on the day of or after the show as we have limited seating. \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\n\n\nLaughing Lassi — The South Asian Comedy Movement Taking Over New York City\nIn a city known for comedy greatness\, where stages like Comedy Cellar\, Gotham Comedy Club\, New York Comedy Club\, NY Comedy Club\, and shows in West Village\, Greenwich Village\, Times Square\, and Brooklyn define what’s funny\, there is now a new voice rising — one that reflects a billion people across the globe. \nThat voice is Laughing Lassi\, New York City’s leading South Asian stand-up comedy show and one of the fastest-growing live comedy events in Manhattan. \nLaughing Lassi brings together Desi\, Indian\, Pakistani\, Bangladeshi\, Bengali\, Filipino American\, Japanese American\, Chinese American\, and Korean American comedians in a space where identity\, culture\, and comedy collide. It is not just a show — it is a movement. A monthly showcase in the heart of Midtown Manhattan\, steps away from Times Square\, designed for audiences who crave bold storytelling\, sharp perspective\, and the raw energy of international voices. \nThe show reflects the momentum of global comedians who have changed the landscape of comedy — Hasan Minhaj\, Andrew Schulz\, Nimesh Patel\, Ali Wong\, Russell Peters\, Vir Das\, Hari Kondabolu\, Zarna Garg\, Jimmy O. Yang\, Aparna Nancherla\, Aakash Singh\, and more. Comedy fans search phrases like “shows like Hasan Minhaj\,” “brown comedy in NYC\,” or “stand-up comedy similar to Russell Peters\,” and Laughing Lassi appears because the DNA of the show is exactly that — smart\, multicultural storytelling rooted in immigrant experience and identity. \nWhy Laughing Lassi Matters\nMost comedy lineups in Manhattan look the same: similar voices\, similar perspectives\, similar punchlines. \nLaughing Lassi is different. \nAt Laughing Lassi\, comedians talk about: \n\nImmigrant parents who negotiate everything\nMarrying outside your culture\nConfusing dating rules in America\nBeing brown in corporate America\nNavigating two identities at once — “American enough” but also “brown enough”\n\nFrom Bollywood jokes to crowd work about spicy food to diaspora humor that hits at your soul\, these comedians deliver observational humor\, storytelling comedy\, dark humor\, and clean comedy depending on the night. \nMany audience members discover Laughing Lassi while searching: \n\ncomedy near me\nNYC date night ideas\nunique NYC experiences\ncomedy shows tonight NYC\nthings to do in NYC this weekend\nfun things to do in Manhattan\nbest nightlife in NYC\n\nOthers find it while specifically looking for a: \n\nsouth asian standup comedy show\nindian standup comedy show in new york city\npakistani standup comedy show\nbangladeshi standup comedy show\ndesi standup comedy show in new york city\nsouth asian standup comedy show in new jersey\n\nOr when searching generic NYC entertainment terms: \n\nstandup comedy show\ncomedy show\nstandup comedy show new york city\nlive standup comedy show in new york city\ncheap comedy tickets new york\nbest comedy show in manhattan\nbest standup comedy show in new york city\n\nLaughing Lassi ranks because it is genuinely what people are searching for. \nNYC Is Ready for This Comedy Era\nNew York City has always been the proving ground of comedy. Every great comedian hustles through Comedy Cellar\, Comedy Cellar NYC\, Comedy Cellar New York\, Gotham Comedy Club\, and eventually dreams of performing at iconic venues like Radio City Music Hall\, just like the tours of Hasan Minhaj’s The King’s Jester and Act Your Age. \nBut Laughing Lassi fills a gap that no traditional comedy club was addressing. \nFor the first time in NYC: \n\nBrown people are not just the audience.\nBrown comedians are the headliners.\n\nThe laughter in that room hits differently\, because finally the stories being told onstage reflect the people sitting in the crowd. \nMore Than a Show: It’s a Cultural Touchpoint\nLaughing Lassi is not just entertainment — it is a cultural gathering. \nAudience members describe it as: \n\n“brown community therapy”\n“brown TED Talk\, but funnier”\n“Bollywood meets Andrew Schulz crowd work”\n“Hasan Minhaj energy with Russell Peters nostalgia”\n\nSouth Asian humor blends seamlessly with NYC nightlife\, making the show a go-to destination for: \n\nfriend groups looking for something new\,\ncouples searching for date night ideas NYC\,\nsolo newcomers searching comedy near me\,\ntourists exploring things to do in New York City\,\nbrown singles hoping to meet other South Asians.\n\nLaughing Lassi regularly draws diverse crowds from: \n\nManhattan\nWest Village\nBrooklyn\nQueens\nNew Jersey\nLong Island\n\nThis show is becoming the official South Asian culture event NYC didn’t know it needed. \nA Community That Represents Millions\nLaughing Lassi is the only show where an audience member can shout: \n“Say something in Bengali!” \n…and three comics on the lineup actually can. \nIt is the only show where: \n\nA Pakistani comedian roasts a Bangladeshi guy sitting in the front row\,\nAn Indian comic compares aunties to CIA interrogators\,\nA Filipino American jokes about being mistaken for South Asian\,\nA Korean American explains why brown parents and Korean parents are the same — just different spices.\n\nLaughing Lassi is a multicultural comedy night with global flavor. \nWhat Makes Laughing Lassi SEO-Powerful\nBecause it includes phrases people actively search: \n\ncomedy cellar nyc\ncomedy shows nyc\ncomedy club nyc\ncomedy club new york\nnyc comedy club\nbest comedy show in west village\nsouth asian comedy nyc\ndesi standup comedy show new york city\nindian comedians nyc\npakistani comedy show nyc\nbangladeshi comedy show new york\n\n…and NYC tourism search terms: \n\nlive comedy near times square\nlast minute tickets NYC\ngroup activities NYC\nweekend events NYC\n\nLaughing Lassi naturally ranks. \nSearch engines see Laughing Lassi associated with high-value keywords like: \n\ncrowd work comedy\nstorytelling comedy\nimmigrant humor\ndiaspora jokes\nmulticultural comedy\n\nThis helps Google\, Instagram\, YouTube\, TikTok\, and Eventbrite connect Laughing Lassi with searches for “shows like Hasan Minhaj” or “brown comedy NYC.” \nLaughing Lassi is the Future of Comedy\nLaughing Lassi is becoming the cultural home for the next generation of comedians — the ones who will headline Netflix specials\, late-night shows\, and eventually sell out Radio City Music Hall. \nBecause the future of comedy is not one voice. \nIt’s many. \nAnd they’re all on this stage. \nCall to Action:\nFollow the journey on Instagram: @LaughingLassi\nCome see the show that everyone is talking about — the one critics and audiences call: \n“The best standup comedy show in Manhattan.” \n“The funniest Desi comedy show in New York City.” \n“If Hasan Minhaj and Russell Peters had a baby — it would be Laughing Lassi.” \nTickets sell out fast.\nSeats are limited.\nAnd every month is a completely new lineup.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/laughing-lassi-the-1-south-asian-stand-up-comedy-show-in-new-york-city-5/
LOCATION:Broadway Comedy Club\, 318 West 53rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Social Impact Hackathon |  $5\,000+ in Prizes | NYC May 30-31
DESCRIPTION:Join creative minds to hack solutions that make everyone feel like they truly belong in this social impact challenge!\n\n\nSocial Impact Hackathon: Design for Impact. Create for Community. \n \nThis May\, we are calling all designers\, programmers\, storytellers\, and strategists to step beyond the screen and into the heart of our community. \nWe are connecting creative talent with local nonprofit organizations to develop tools\, stories\, and experiences that enhance human connection. By using thoughtful technology—including AI—we aim to address real-world challenges faced by those who care for others. \n\nOur hackathon is more than a weekend challenge. It is a mission to:\nTurn technology into compassion\nTurn creativity into community impact\nTurn ideas into real tools nonprofits can use\n\n \nPrizes & Recognition 🏆 \nYour hard work deserves support. We are offering up to $5\,000 in prizes to the “Impact Makers” who develop the most innovative and scalable solutions. \n📍 NYU Wasserman Center\, 133 E 13th St\, New York\, NY 10003 \n📅 May 30 (Sat) | 9:30 AM–5:30 PM📅 May 31 (Sun) | 9:30 AM–5:30 PM (Pitch Day) \n🎟️ Tickets: Includes all sessions\, food\, drinks\, and materials \n \nWhat You’ll Get: \n\n🎙️ Keynotes on design\, branding\, and social impact\n✏️ Workshops on strategy and community engagement\n🧠 Mentorship from professionals at Duolingo\, AIGA\, NYC Mayor’s Office\, Pratt & more\n🤝 Networking with creatives\, mentors\, speakers & nonprofits\n🧃 Meals\, snacks & drinks throughout\n\n \nFeatured Nonprofits: \n\nTransportation Alternatives\nUnLocal\nGirls Inc. of NYC\nBrooklyn Community Pride Center\nNew York Immigration Coalition (NYIC)\n\n \nSpots are limited. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to create for causes that matter. \n \n👉 Sign up now and bring your creativity where it’s needed most. \n*Hosted by the Asian Creative Foundation as part of the 2026 Asian Creative Festival
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/2026-social-impact-hackathon-5000-in-prizes-nyc-may-30-31/
LOCATION:NYU Wasserman Center for Career Development\, 133 East 13th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pop Up Market: ACE Amplify Creatives & Entrepreneurs Social Impact Market
DESCRIPTION:2026 ACE Amplify Creatives & Entrepreneurs Social Impact Market \n\n\nDay 01: Amplifying Small Businesses – Classic Pop Up Market (11am – 6pm\, possibly extending to 7pm). We plan to showcase 15-20 vendors with various creative and culturally inspired products. \nDay 02: Fundraiser Supporting Local Nonprofits – Activities & Workshops Fundraiser (11am – 4pm). On this day\, we are inviting a smaller number of brands to host special craft or interactive activities and help fundraise for the ACF Social Impact Hackathon. \nWelcome to the AAPI Creatives & Social Impact Market curated by ACE Pop Up during Asian Creative Festival 2026! \nJoin us in person at Pier 57 for a weekend filled with creativity\, culture\, and community. \nRSVP here for first priority entry. By RSVPing for this event\, you agree to subscribe to Pier 57’s newsletter
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/2026-ace-amplify-creatives-entrepreneurs-social-impact-market/
LOCATION:Pier 57\, 25 11th Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Market,Shopping
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