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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Creating Kosher Chop Suey
DESCRIPTION:What happened when chop suey\, a Chinese dish with American roots\, encountered Jewish customers in New York at the turn of the century? A new Center for Women’s History installation in the Joyce B. Cowin Women’s History Niche sheds light on the vibrant\, gastronomic collaboration between two ethnic communities. From debates in the Yiddish press to the publication of  kosher Chinese cookbooks\, and from representations in fine art to restaurant ephemera\, the installation explores how Jewish and Chinese women\, with a shared love for food\, together introduced a new phenomenon in the 1960s: kosher Chinese cuisine. Curated by Shiyong Lu\, Mellon Foundation Predoctoral Fellow in Women’s History and Public History\, and Anna Danziger Halperin\, Director for the Center for Women’s History.  \nImage: Gifford Reynolds Beal (1879–1956). Chinese Restaurant #1\, ca. 1930. Oil on wood panel (reproduction). The New York Historical\, Gift of Charles H. Berman and Norman and Joanne Berman\, 2022.9
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/exhibit-creating-kosher-chop-suey/
LOCATION:New York Historical Society\, 170 Central Park West\, New York\, NY\, 10024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,In Person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTSTAMP:20251210T194619Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: The New York Sari: A Journey Through Tradition\, Fashion\, and Identity
DESCRIPTION:The New York Sari showcases the deep influence that South Asians have had on the culture of New York City and how individuals have drawn strength from tradition while looking clearly towards a bolder future of inclusion and progress. \nThe New York Sari centers the sari as an essential part of the cultural fabric of New York City\, using it as a metaphor for the ways in which the individuals who wear and create saris have straddled tradition\, culture\, and modernity in their work\, art\, and lives. The exhibition tells the stories of who wears saris\, the relationship between saris and identities\, and how they’ve evolved over time. \nThe New York Sari showcases the deep influence that South Asians have had on the culture of New York City from the Gilded Age to the present day\, beginning with the little known history of Coney Island’s first theme park and culminating with the vibrant communities that are home to the South Asian diaspora today. Offering a unique history of migrant communities and gender in New York City\, the exhibition explores how individuals have drawn strength from tradition while looking clearly towards a bolder future of inclusion and progress.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-exhibit-new-york-sari-a-journey-through-tradition-fashion-and-identity/
LOCATION:New York Historical Society\, 170 Central Park West\, New York\, NY\, 10024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,In Person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTSTAMP:20260104T022641Z
CREATED:20250917T150609Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: hapa.me: 25 Years of the Hapa Project
DESCRIPTION:In 2001\, artist Kip Fulbeck began traveling the country photographing multiracial individuals of all ages and walks of life. Fulbeck’s work sought to address in words and images the one question that Hapa people are frequently asked — What are you? After photographing more than 1\,200 people\, the project culminated in the landmark book and exhibition Kip Fulbeck: Part Asian\, 100% Hapa\, which toured throughout the U.S. A new exhibition Hapa.me — 25 Years of The Hapa Project\, revisits some of the original subjects two decades later. How do they look now? How have their views on their own identity changed? \nDerived from the Hawaiian word for “half\,” the word “hapa” has been embraced as a term of pride by many whose mixed-race heritage includes Asian or Pacific Islander ancestry. The exhibition comes at a time of increasing awareness and identification with being mixed race. The 2020 Census showed that 10% of the population identified as multiracial\, almost tripling from ten years before. In Hapa.me\, Fulbeck presents a nuanced portrait of change and growth within this broad identity by focusing on individual faces and voices. \nOriginating at the Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles\, this New York presentation will feature 30 portraits and responses of local subjects\, installed amidst a hand-painted mural that captures the beauty of being mixed. A central reading table encourages visitors to flip through Hapa.me artist’s books for a fuller archive of the project. This exhibition is a homecoming of sorts for Fulbeck: MOCA was one of the first museums to exhibit the Hapa Project and it has remained a fixture of our permanent exhibition which explores over 200 years of the experiences of Chinese in America. \nhapa.me: 25 Years of the Hapa Project and related programs are made possible with generous support from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature; public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs\, in partnership with the City Council; Bloomberg Philanthropies; and is funded by a grant from the New York City Tourism Foundation. \nAbout the Artist \nKip Fulbeck has exhibited and performed in over 20 countries and throughout the U.S. He is the author of six books including Part Asian\, 100% Hapa; Mixed: Portraits of Multiracial Kids; and Hapa.me – 15 Years of The Hapa Project\, and the exhibition artist of Perseverance: Japanese Tattoo Tradition in a Modern World. He teaches as a Distinguished Professor of Art at the UCSB\, where he received the Faculty Diversity Award and the Distinguished Teaching Award\, and has been named an Outstanding Faculty Member five times.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/exhibit-hapa-me-25-years-of-the-hapa-project/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA)\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,In Person,Museum
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260309
DTSTAMP:20260109T182331Z
CREATED:20251013T081402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T182331Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Niyū Yūrk: Middle Eastern and North African Lives in the City
DESCRIPTION:The first-ever exhibition at The New York Public Library to explore the history of Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) immigration to NYC\, Niyū Yūrk highlights how the city has shaped the lives\, identities\, and creative practices of MENA communities\, artists\, and writers\, while celebrating their enduring contributions to the city’s cultural landscape and place in global culture. From Little Syria in Manhattan to Yemeni bodegas in Brooklyn\, from Armenian and Arab nightclubs along Eighth Avenue to community music festivals on Atlantic Avenue\, and from women’s activism and advocacy groups to experimental composers and playwrights like Halim El-Dabh and Reza Abdoh\, the exhibition shows how these rich stories are preserved within NYPL’s collections. \nNiyū Yūrk explores the often overlooked history of Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) immigration to New York City\, from the first waves in the late 19th century to the present. The exhibition highlights how New York City has shaped the lives\, identities\, and creative practices of MENA communities\, artists\, and writers. It also emphasizes their enduring contributions to the city’s cultural landscape and place in global culture. \nThrough an array of materials—including local newspapers\, rare books\, archival documents\, prints\, artists’ books\, photographs\, music records\, and film—the exhibition showcases how these voices have been preserved and presented. Niyū Yūrk creates a dynamic dialogue across time\, illustrating the evolving nature of MENA migration to the city as well as the Library’s role in documenting this history. While reflecting on new directions in collecting practices\, it also aims to address gaps in those practices and envision a more inclusive archival future. \nThis exhibition is organized by The New York Public Library and curated by Hiba Abid\, Curator for Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/exhibit-niyu-yurk-middle-eastern-and-north-african-lives-in-the-city/
LOCATION:NYPL Stephen A. Schwarzman Building\, 42nd Street & 5th Avenue New York\, NY 10018\, 42nd Street & 5th Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,In Person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251215
DTSTAMP:20251210T194831Z
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SUMMARY:Theater: Laowang: A Chinatown King Lear  (with discount)
DESCRIPTION:Use PSCOMMUNITY for $25 tickets. Discount code is only valid on full priced regular tickets and cannot be applied to Member tickets or combined with any other offers. \nBy Alex Lin\nDirected by Joshua Kahan Brody \nWith Cindy Cheung\, Wai Ching Ho\, Amy Keum\, Jon Norman Schneider\, and Daisuke Tsuji \nDon’t mess with a Chinese grandma. \nWhen a high-rise developer threatens to buy out A-Poh’s successful Chinatown restaurant\, the martyr-complex matriarch gathers her three precious grandchildren from all corners of the country to plan their next mode of attack.   There’s just one problem – A-Poh’s memory is rapidly fading. What follows is a chaotic journey through reality\, myth\, and magic as A-Poh travels through now and the great beyond in a last-ditch effort to preserve what’s left of her family\, legacy\, and sanity. \nA caustic and imaginative spin on King Lear that explores the changing face of America’s Chinatowns and the fight to preserve a fading cultural memory. \nPlease join us for post-show talkbacks after the following performances: \n\nFriday\, November 14 at 7:00PM – Emerging API Artists in conversation with playwright Alex Lin with artists Jesse Jae Hoon\, Julia Izumi\, and Yilong Liu\nSaturday\, November 15 at 7:00PM – API Night: A Community Night and Talkback in collaboration with CAATA (the Consortium of Asian American Theater Artists)\nSunday\, November 23 at 2:00PM – Gentrification and Uplifting Small Businesses in Chinatown with Harry Trinh from Welcome to Chinatown and playwright Alex Lin\nTuesday\, December 2 at 7:00PM with the cast and creative team of Laowang
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/theater-laowang-a-chinatown-king-lear-with-discount/
LOCATION:59E59 Theater\, 59 East 59th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10022\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251222
DTSTAMP:20251205T071922Z
CREATED:20251205T071922Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Transtrack
DESCRIPTION:Transtrack transforms the idea of a train platform into a multisensory space where the voices of elderly immigrants recount life journeys\, weaving an immersive landscape of sound\, vibration\, and oral history. The work amplifies overlooked immigrant voices—honoring those whose labor\, like the immigrants who built the transcontinental railroad\, remains absent from history. \nAlong a line of vibrating speakers\, memories ripple like passing trains. As the noise fades\, gentle voices recall landscapes that shaped their journeys. This shifting soundscape reflects the emotional terrain of immigration\, where the past is never still and stories unfold like landscapes passing a train window. Inside the space\, a waiting area invites new recordings\, connecting elders and younger generations through shared storytelling. \nBuilding on Phunsombatlert’s community centered practice and ongoing exploration of oral immigration histories gathered from local elders\, the exhibition invites participants from diverse backgrounds to share memories of landscape and migration\, fostering moments of cross-cultural connection. More than an artwork\, Transtrack is a living archive—preserving immigration memory through movement\, sound\, and presence. \nTransmitter is currently open 1–6pm on weekends and by appointment.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/exhibit-transtrack/
LOCATION:Transmitter\, 1329 Willoughby Avenue\, 2A\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11237\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T180000
DTSTAMP:20251125T230321Z
CREATED:20251107T012655Z
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SUMMARY:Chinatown Holiday Market - NYC
DESCRIPTION:​This year\, Welcome to Chinatown is taking over the 2nd floor of Canal Street’s iconic Kam Man Market for an entire month! Come shop and explore goods from 35+ AAPI vendors. \n\n\n\n​Our Chinatown Holiday Market will be open: \n\n\n​Every Fri-Sun from November 21st through December 21st \n\n\n​12pm-6pm each day \n\n\n​PLUS each weekend we’ll have a different pop-up. Our pop-up rotation includes sweet treats\, Fuzhounese snacks and booze + thai hot sauce. \n​Meet the vendors here! \n​The lineup: \n\n\n​a/c space \n\n\n​Active Chapter \n\n\n​Anyoung Super \n\n\n​ARTiQL8 \n\n\n​AZN AMERICANA \n\n\n​Bo & Mei \n\n\n​Bonnie Illustrates \n\n\n​Cindy Trinh Photography \n\n\n​Chop Suey Club \n\n\n​Chutbi Ceramics \n\n\n​Datum J Design \n\n\n​DAWANG \n\n\n​Ever November \n\n\n​Favor Coffee \n\n\n​Gary AF Studio \n\n\n​Gordon & Li Li \n\n\n​HoYehh \n\n\n​It’s Anh-Thu Ceramics \n\n\n​JINLY \n\n\n​Kaunang Publishing (no website listed) \n\n\n​Looky Goods \n\n\n​Lumpy Studios \n\n\n​Meg Truong \n\n\n​Pomelo \n\n\n​Rice Studio \n\n\n​Sacha Raps \n\n\n​sonyalei \n\n\n​SPACE TYPE \n\n\n​StudioIchiban \n\n\n​The ABC Digest \n\n\n​Third State Books \n\n\n​Xanh Studio \n\n\n​YUSTEA \n\n\n​Pop-up Schedule:\n\n\n​11/23-24: The Fuzhou Sisters \n\n\n​12/6-7: 爱LoveCookies \n\n\n​12/13-14: TBD \n\n\n​12/20: Rose’s Pineapple Shorts \n\n\n​12/21: Khot Phet \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\nKam Man Market\n200 Canal St\, New York\, NY 10013\, USA
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/chinatown-holiday-market-nyc/
LOCATION:Kam Man Market\, 200 Canal St\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Market,Shopping
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251219
DTSTAMP:20251204T104553Z
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SUMMARY:The Dating Game\, NYC Theatrical Screening & Director Q&A
DESCRIPTION:We’re proud to co-present the NYC theatrical screening of The Dating Game\, a new documentary by Emmy-winning filmmaker Violet Du Feng (Hidden Letters)\, exploring love\, loneliness\, and connection in modern China. In a country where eligible men outnumber women by 30 million\, three bachelors enroll in an intensive seven-day dating camp led by one of China’s most sought-after dating coaches. Both funny and poignant\, The Dating Game captures the awkwardness\, hope\, and humor of searching for love in an age of digital disconnection. \nFollowing the screening\, join director Violet Du Feng for a post-film Q&A moderated by Susan Yuqing Feng\, Director of Programs at China Institute of America. China Institute audience receive 15% off tickets with promo code datinginstitute.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-dating-game-nyc-theatrical-screening-director-qa/
LOCATION:DCTV Firehouse Cinema\, 87 Lafayette St\, New York\, NY\, 10013
CATEGORIES:Film,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T170000
DTSTAMP:20251204T105655Z
CREATED:20251204T091043Z
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SUMMARY:AAPI-CARE Parent Convening
DESCRIPTION:AAPI-CARE (Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders – Connect. Activate. Reimagine. Engage.) is a 1-day convening that brings together NYC’s AAPI and allied parents to discuss the experiences and issues most relevant to AAPI families. AAPI-CARE aims to create a shared learning community where parents and caregivers will be equipped with the tools to advocate for themselves\, their families\, and the wider AAPI community as a whole. This convening will also create opportunities for parents to engage in social justice leadership.  \nThis convening is open to AAPI parents/grandparents/legal guardians of a child/children in public\, K-12 schools; parents are interested in leadership and are curious\, open-minded\, and want to learn.  \nDate: Saturday\, 12/13/2025 \nTime: 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM\nLocation: Downtown Manhattan (exact location will be shared via email confirmation later)\nNote: Lunch will be provided and childcare can be available \nCost: Free\n\nThis convening aims to \n\n\nActivate AAPI families to become informed advocates for an equitable and anti-racist public school system. \nCreate a shared learning community of Asian American families in the NYC public school system\, focused on understanding racism through the Asian American lens.\n\n\n\n\nAt the end of the convening\, you will \n\n\nHave a deeper understanding of our struggles \nBe confident in sharing an Asian American narrative about the public education landscape. Join our parent leadership program!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/aapi-care-parent-convening/
LOCATION:To Be Determined – In Person NYC
CATEGORIES:Education,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T180000
DTSTAMP:20251204T081036Z
CREATED:20251204T081036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T081036Z
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SUMMARY:AAPI Holiday Market in Greenpoint\, Brooklyn
DESCRIPTION:Discover unique AAPI crafts\, bites\, and vibes at the 2025 Holiday Market in Greenpoint\, Brooklyn!\n\n\nA Cozy AAPI Holiday Celebration in Brooklyn 🎄✨\nStep into a warm\, festive holiday market that celebrates Asian American & Pacific Islander creativity\, community\, and culture — right in the heart of Greenpoint! \nJoin us for Holiday Ouri Market 2025\, a two-day indoor holiday market featuring 80+ AAPI brands\, unique cultural foods\, cozy films\, and fun hands-on workshops. Whether you’re here to shop meaningful gifts\, enjoy seasonal treats\, or spend the special weekend with friends and family\, this market is designed to spark joy and connection 🫂 \n\n\n\n1️⃣ Shop unique gifts from 80+ AAPI brands 🛍️\nDiscover unique handmade goods\, art\, ceramics\, home decor\, accessories\, skincare\, and holiday-ready gifts — all created by talented AAPI makers from across NYC and beyond. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2️⃣ Enjoy classic holiday films with loved ones 🎞️ (Ticketed)\nRelax inside our cinema room with classic holiday films. Enjoy AAPI-inspired popcorn and drinks! \nThree beloved holiday classics that bring back warmth\, nostalgia\, and the simple joy of childhood 🧸 The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion\, the Witch and the Wardrobe\, Elf\, and The Polar Express \n🎫 Get your tickets here 🎫 \n\n\n\nWhether you’re coming with friends\, family\, lover\, or making it a cozy afternoon out\, these films are a comforting way to slow down\, reflect\, and enjoy the holiday season together 🫂 \nEach ticket comes with complimentary refreshing\, Asian-flavored sparklers from The Lucky refreshing\, Asian-flavored sparklers from The Lucky Ox 🥤  You can also add on delicious Asian popcorn from Tochi. \n🎫 Get your tickets here 🎫 \n\n\n\n3️⃣ Try delicious AAPI foods\, desserts & drinks 😋\nSavor warm and nostalgic AAPI comfort foods\, festive treats\, specialty drinks\, and limited-edition holiday snacks. \n\n\n\n\n\n4️⃣ Join hands-on holiday workshops ✂️📮\nBring friends\, family\, or little ones to create something special like bag charms\, snail mail and more. \n\n\n\n\n5️⃣ Enter raffle for amazing prizes from AAPI brands 🎟️\nWin a bundle of products from the Ouri sponsors & vendors\, including MCM! \n\n\n\n🎁 A Market with Heart\nOuri Market is more than shopping — it’s a celebration of culture\, creativity\, and community. Support AAPI entrepreneurs\, discover new brands\, and enjoy meaningful experiences designed with warmth and intention. \n\n\n\n📌 Event Details\nDec. 13–14\, 2025 (Sat-Sun) at 11AM – 6PM100 Sutton Event Space in Greenpoint\, BrooklynIndoor & family-friendly \n \n🎟️ Tickets\nMarket: General Admission is FREE\, but RSVP helps us manage crowd flow and gives you access to any updates we may have along the way. \nCinema: Holiday movie screening tickets can be reserved here 🍿 \n  \nWhether you’re shopping for the perfect gift\, enjoying a cozy movie moment\, or simply soaking in the festive atmosphere — we can’t wait to celebrate the holidays with you at Ouri Market 💗
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/aapi-holiday-market-in-greenpoint-brooklyn/
LOCATION:100 Sutton Event Space\, 100 Sutton Street\, #2fl\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11222\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T150000
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SUMMARY:We Meet Again: Asian American Shorts Showcase & Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:✨Join us for an inspiring afternoon of film\, community\, and support! ✨ \nYou’re invited to a special showcase celebrating incredible Asian American short films from talented emerging filmmakers! This isn’t just a screening; it’s a chance to connect with the creative community and help bring a new story to life. \n“We Meet Again” is a deeply personal and exciting Korean American fantasy Short film from Creator Janet Hyojo Oh. When a mystical bronze mirror awakens the vengeful spirit of a Korean queen silenced at the height of her power\, a Korean American teenager is forced to confront a legacy of pride\, pressure\, and power. \n$5 Admission\, but walk-ins are welcome. Being held at Blinky’s in East Williamsburg\, Brooklyn.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/we-meet-again-asian-american-shorts-showcase-fundraiser/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Film,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20251210T222219Z
CREATED:20251210T222219Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA PERFORMS - Over Hills and Valleys
DESCRIPTION:Over Hills and Valleys is a musical imagination of the shared history of Hakka Chinese and Jamaican music and its people.\n\n\nThe Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) is pleased to welcome back resident artist Benjamin “saxofshaolin” Chin for a special concert of Over Hills and Valleys: An Imagination of the Shared History of Hakka Chinese and Jamaican Music. \nOver Hills and Valleys is a musical imagination of the shared history of Hakka Chinese and Jamaican music and its people. Accompanied by Grammy-nominated Reggae producer\, Andre “Dretegs” Hawthorne\, the duo will perform a set of original music and covers that will trace the migration patterns of the Hakka Chinese from Southeast Asia to the Caribbean to New York City. In addition\, the pair will discuss and share behind-the-scenes footage of the writing and recording process of the project. Join us for this unique afternoon concert that brings together the resonant traditions of Hakka Chinese and Jamaican music in a one-of-a-kind cultural encounter. \n“Over Hills and Valleys” is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. \n \nABOUT Benjamin “saxofshaolin” Chin\nBen Chin\, aka saxofshaolin\, is the confluence between East and West. As a saxophonist\, composer\, and bandleader\, he seeks to merge the musical lineages of his upbringing. He fuses American\, South East Asian\, and Afro-Caribbean music and creates music that sounds like a dance between the ancestors of the three traditions. This is not only an effort to experiment with music but also to find common ground between far-flung cultures. It’s an approach that has developed\, instinctually\, from his experience as an immigrant and a Hakka Chinese\, a nomad by blood. His music is simultaneously traditional and contemporary. Equally aggressive and tasteful. Always danceable and spiritual. \nOutside of saxofshaolin\, Ben is a part of a handful of music and food startups in New York City. Whether it’s via Resonator\, QNA\, Moonlite\, or Bagel Joint\, he integrates his love of culture into every project\, product\, or piece of food. \nBen Chin is a 2024 Artist-in-Residence at the Museum of Chinese in America\, and Google Next Gen Policy Leader.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-performs-over-hills-and-valleys/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T173000
DTSTAMP:20251113T131829Z
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SUMMARY:Boba Gays and Friends: an all Asian comedy show
DESCRIPTION:Boba Gays & Friends is an inclusive all Asian comedy show\, featuring the best Asian comics in NYC.\n\n\nTired of only seeing only one or even ZERO Asians featured at your comedy show? Well how about a hilarious new comedy show that features only Asians! Produced by Alex Kim and Kenny Park Yi\, Boba Gays & Friends is an inclusive all Asian comedy show\, featuring the best comics in NYC\, period.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/boba-gays-and-friends-an-all-asian-comedy-show/
LOCATION:Caveat\, 21 A Clinton Street\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T150000
DTSTAMP:20251204T083958Z
CREATED:20251204T083958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T083958Z
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SUMMARY:Prelude Kebaya Across Border Autumn 2025 NYC
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Malaysian culture in NYC! Learn about the Kebaya\, enjoy a live showcase\, tasty food\, and meet new friends.\n\n\nKebaya Across Borders – NYC ✨\nJoin us for a culture-filled evening in Manhattan celebrating the beauty\, artistry\, and heritage of the Malaysian Kebaya — with a fun twist! Hosted at the elegant Rasa Restaurant\, this event blends a mini seminar\, a live showcase\, and IG-worthy cultural moments you’ll love. \n🌟 What’s Happening \n✨ Mini Kebaya TalkA light\, engaging look at the history\, significance\, and modern evolution of the Kebaya — a beautiful traditional blouse-dress worn in Malaysia and across Southeast Asia\, known for its elegant embroidery and timeless style 💃 \n✨ Live Showcase + Fashion WalkSee gorgeous traditional & modern Kebayas\, a casual catwalk\, and fun show-and-tell moments. \n✨ Cultural Q&AAsk questions\, learn styling tips\, and explore fabrics and motifs up close. \n✨ Community & Mingling 🌸📸This event is open to the public — perfect for anyone interested in learning about Malaysian culture\, enjoying Malaysian food\, and meeting new friends and people.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/prelude-kebaya-across-border-autumn-2025-nyc/
LOCATION:Rasa\, 25 West 8th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T143000
DTSTAMP:20251208T152817Z
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SUMMARY:Rockin the Boat: Flashbacks of the 1970s Asian Movement
DESCRIPTION:As a UCLA art major and activist working to establish the UCLA Asian American Studies Center\, Mary Uyematsu\, set out to document the Asian American Movement happening in Los Angeles in the early 1970s. This Movement found its roots in the Civil Rights and Black Power Movement\, and the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II\, and was sparked by the struggles for ethnic studies and the protests against the Vietnam War\, and the recognition of the People’s Republic of China. \nMary published her photography collection from this Movement in 2020\, to document the anti-imperialist issues that politicized our generation. \nMary will present a slide show from her collection and discuss the contributions and limitations of this national movement to the overall revolutionary working class struggle. \nTo attend this webinar\, please contact ICSS at:  https://icssmarx.org/contact-us-2/ \nABOUT THE SPEAKER:  MARY UYEMATSU KAO\nAs a UCLA art major and activist working to establish the UCLA Asian American Studies Center\, Mary Uyematsu\, set out to document the Asian American Movement happening in Los Angeles in the early 1970s. This Movement found its roots in the Civil Rights and Black Power Movement\, and the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II\, and was sparked by the struggles for ethnic studies and the protests against the Vietnam War\, and the recognition of the People’s Republic of China. \nMary published her photography collection from this Movement in 2020\, to document the anti-imperialist issues that politicized our generation. \nMary will present a slide show from her collection and discuss the contributions and limitations of this national movement to the overall revolutionary working class struggle. \nBIO:\nMary Uyematsu Kao worked as the UCLA Asian American Studies Center Publications Coordinator for 30 years. She received her MA in Asian American Studies in 2007. She has been a contributing writer since 2016 for the Rafu Shimpo\, the last in-print Japanese American newspaper. \nShe just finished printing the 2nd edition of Rockin’ the Boat: Flashbacks of the 1970s Asian Movement\, featuring more than 400 photographs of the Asian American Movement from 1969-1974. Some of the events include New York Chinatown’s Confucius Plaza struggle\, a pilgrimage to Manzanar\, the Van Troi Anti-imperialist Youth Brigade at L.A.’s Nisei Week Parade\, and a cultural night educational on Marcos martial law in the Philippines.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/rockin-the-boat-flashbacks-of-the-1970s-asian-movement/
LOCATION:
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T203000
DTSTAMP:20251104T070001Z
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SUMMARY:When the Ancestors Speak by Jen Shyu\, Sumi Tonooka\, and Val Jeanty
DESCRIPTION:Jen Shyu\, Sumi Tonooka\, & Val Jeanty explore the theme of immigration\, growing out of their own rich multi-ethnic family & musical histories\n\n\nCRS (Center for Remembering & Sharing) presents Crossing Boundaries 25: When the Ancestors Speak on Sunday\, December 14\, 2025\, at 7 pm at Greenwich House Music Hall. Curated by Jen Shyu\, this work by Jen Shyu (vocals\, Taiwanese moon lute\, Japanese biwa\, Korean gayageum)\, Sumi Tonooka (piano)\, and Val Jeanty (SoundChemist) explores the theme of immigration\, growing out of their own rich multi-ethnic family and musical histories\, from Africa\, Japan\, Timor\, Taiwan\, Haiti\, and beyond. This concert mixes music with movement and text\, further developing material which was first introduced during Jen Shyu’s 2023 residency at The Stone and expanded upon that fall in Crossing Boundaries 20. \nABOUT CROSSING BOUNDARIES CONCERT SERIES \nCROSSING BOUNDARIES is a concert series devoted to dissolving boundaries between performers and audiences\, the traditional and contemporary\, classical and experimental\, and the culturally specific and the global. Series curators are empowered to create unique performance events in collaboration with musical\, visual\, and/or movement artists of their choosing. The series was conceived in 2018 by the Korean traditional wind player and composer gamin\, who has continued to help curate the series each year. https://crsny.org/crossing-boundaries-concert-series/ \nCrossing Boundaries is made possible in part with funds from Creative Engagement\, a regrant program administered by the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (LMCC) and supported by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) in partnership with the City Council and the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. LMCC empowers artists by providing them with networks\, resources\, and support to create vibrant\, sustainable communities in Manhattan and beyond. \nABOUT THE ARTISTS \nJen Shyu Rome Prize\, Guggenheim\, and USA Fellow\, Doris Duke Artist\, multilingual multidisciplinary artist Jen Shyu was born in Peoria\, Illinois to Taiwanese and East Timorese immigrants. She has produced eight albums and a single available on her record label Autumn Geese Records. She’s performed at Carnegie Hall\, Lincoln Center\, Metropolitan Museum of Art\, National Theater of Korea\, Rubin Museum\, was named Downbeat’s 2017 Rising Star Female Vocalist\, and is a Fulbright scholar speaking 10 languages. She’s worked with such musical innovators as Sumi Tonooka\, Terri Lyne Carrington\, Nicole Mitchell\, Val Jeanty\, Ikue Mori\, Zeena Parkins\, Linda May Han Oh\, Kris Davis\, Wadada Leo Smith\, Mark Dresser\, Francis Wong\, Jon Jang\, Vijay Iyer\, Kenny Barron\, Reggie Workman\, Bill Frisell\, and Immanuel Wilkins. Her “Song of Silver Geese” was among The New York Times’ “Best Albums of 2017.” Her third solo production and album “Zero Grasses: Ritual for the Losses” (commissioned by John Zorn) has received wide critical acclaim\, with “When I Have Power” NPR’s “Best Songs of 2021.” She is a Paul Simon Music Fellows Guest Artist\, a Steinway Artist and co-founder with Sara Serpa of M³ (Mutual Mentorship for Musicians). @jenshyu\, https://www.jenshyu.com \nSumi Tonooka 2023 Pew Fellowship Awardee Sumi Tonooka has been called a “fierce\, fascinating composer pianist” Jazz Times “provocative and compelling” New York Times. With 15 recordings to her name and a vast catalogue of compositions and award winning works in genres symphonic\, chamber\, dance and film\, she continues to be a creative force. Recently\, Tonooka was a winning finalist for the Emerging Black Composers Project to compose her fourth symphony\, Only The Midnight Sky and Silent Stars premiered by the San Francisco Conservatory in February 2023. She is also a 2021 recipient of the Doris Duke\, Creative Inflections Grant\, with vocalist/composer Jen Shyu\, for In The Green Room\, inspired by the stories of Asian and African American women in Jazz. She was awarded the Chamber Music America New Jazz Works grant in 2019\, premiering later this year for her trio plus Alchemy Sound Project\, a composers collective that she started in 2015. @sumitonooka\, http://sumitonooka.com \nVal Jeanty is a Grammy-winning Afro-Electronica composer\, turntablist\, and SoundChemist whose work bridges ancestral Haitian Vodou traditions with experimental electronic soundscapes. A professor at Berklee College of Music\, Jeanty has performed at the Whitney Museum\, the Museum of Modern Art in New York City\, and internationally at the Venice Biennale in Italy and Haus der Kulturen der Welt in Berlin. A recipient of the 2024 United States Artists Fellowship\, the 2019 NYSCA/Roulette Residency\, and the 2022 NYC/CBA Toulmin Fellowship\, Jeanty continues to expand the frontiers of sonic expression while honoring her Haitian heritage. @valjeanty\, https://val-inc.bandcamp.com/ \nABOUT THE PRESENTER \nCRS (CENTER FOR REMEMBERING & SHARING) is a Manhattan- and Tokyo-based arts and spiritual center founded in 2004 by Yasuko Kasaki and Christopher Pelham. Rooted in the non-dualistic teachings of A Course in Miracles (ACIM)\, CRS offers spiritual counseling\, healing\, and mind-training courses to practitioners around the world. The Center uses the arts as a vehicle for achieving awakening\, unity\, and peace. By producing exhibitions\, performances\, and an online arts magazine (onlylove.ART)\, and providing support for individual artists and partner organizations like Mutual Mentorship for Musicians (M³) and Kotohogi\, CRS empowers a diverse\, international community of artists to experiment\, collaborate\, and share their visions. https://crsny.org \nPhoto credits:Trio photo by Mariana MerazJen Shyu by Daniel Reichart Sumi Tonooka by Karen SterlingVal Jeanty by Richard Louissant
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/when-the-ancestors-speak-by-jen-shyu-sumi-tonooka-and-val-jeanty/
LOCATION:Greenwich House Music School\, 212-242-4770\, 46 Barrow St\, New York\, NY\, 10014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T210000
DTSTAMP:20251210T220002Z
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SUMMARY:Rotunda Holiday Concert Featuring The Metropolitan Opera Chorus Artists with Jasmine Rice LaBeija
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season with members of The Metropolitan Opera Chorus Artists and Asian drag artist Jasmine Rice LaBeija––a Juilliard-trained tenor and 2025 Britain’s Got Talent finalist. As part of a beloved annual Works & Process tradition\, the singers bring the museum’s iconic Frank Lloyd Wright–designed rotunda to life with the joyous sound of holiday music. \nWorks & Process presents their annual Rotunda Holiday Concert\, featuring the Metropolitan Opera Chorus Artists and Jasmine Rice LaBeija\, set for Sunday\, December 14\, 2025 at 7 PM at the Guggenheim Rotunda\, 1071 Fifth Avenue\, New York\, NY 10128. Tickets start at $30 and can be purchased at https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/guggenheim/3515/event/1435010.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/rotunda-holiday-concert-featuring-the-metropolitan-opera-chorus-artists-with-jasmine-rice-labeija/
LOCATION:Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum\, 1071 5th Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,In Person,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T220000
DTSTAMP:20251210T220249Z
CREATED:20251024T051059Z
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SUMMARY:Golden Hour Fest: A Festival Celebrating Asian Musicians
DESCRIPTION:Musician and comedian Charlene Kaye presents GOLDEN HOUR FEST\, an annual variety show and holiday party celebrating the AAPI community!\n\n\nDOORS 6:30PM | SHOW 7:30PM \nMusician and comedian Charlene Kaye presents GOLDEN HOUR FEST\, an annual variety show and holiday party uplifting musicians of AAPI descent. Rolling Stone recently profiled Kaye with the headline “Why Everybody Loves Breakout Comedy Star Charlene Kaye\,” and she was just featured on CBS mornings on how she “turned pop parody into viral gold.” \nLINEUP \n\nCharlene Kaye (comedy)\nParty Foul (pop band from Hawaii)\nLabiahead (all girl Radiohead)\nGushes (music)\nEmergency Tiara (music)\nChanel Ali (comedy)\nHenry Bae (drag)\n\nProceeds to benefit the Asian Pride Project.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/golden-hour-fest-a-festival-celebrating-asian-musicians/
LOCATION:littlefield\, 635 Sackett Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11217\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,In Person,Music,Variety Show
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251216T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251216T180000
DTSTAMP:20251215T130738Z
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SUMMARY:Integrating AAPI Histories: Curricular Points of Entry for US History
DESCRIPTION:This curriculum design workshop is tailored to middle and high school teachers\, equipping them with practical strategies and a wealth of resources to seamlessly incorporate AAPI history into their social studies curricula. Educators will use AAPI histories and narratives to discover innovative ways to align their lessons with NJ learning standards. They will have the opportunity to collaborate\, share their own curricular experiences\, and reimagine their curricula. \nFacilitator: Jessica Cappadona\, TAAS Ambassador \nThis event is brought to you by Teach Asian American Stories and AAPI New Jersey.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/integrating-aapi-histories-curricular-points-of-entry-for-us-history/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:High School,Middle School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T210000
DTSTAMP:20251216T180738Z
CREATED:20251113T163738Z
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SUMMARY:Alpha Beta Blah - Cozy Solstice
DESCRIPTION:Join AAWW for Alpha Beta Blah\, a new reading series that removes the secret from secret society!\n\n\nThe 2025 AAWW Margins fellows present “Alpha Beta Blah”\, a new reading series that invites writers to come frat out with the fellows. \nThe fourth and final reading of this series will take place on December 16th at 7 pm ET. For “Cozy Solstice”\, send us pieces about all that can happen on the longest night of the year. We want poetry that covers heartbreak and hollowness\, sultry stories about people locked in a cabin together\, and essays on the possibilities of a snowy day in the city. We are looking for work with a heart big enough to get us through the coldest of nights\, that makes us feel like we are bundled up next to a hearth. \nSubmit your sample to events@aaww.org by December 1st to be considered for the lineup. \nThis reading series is a part of the AAWW Margins fellowship program. \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. 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/alpha-beta-blah-cozy-solstice/
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:20251216T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T214500
DTSTAMP:20251215T052234Z
CREATED:20251208T052235Z
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SUMMARY:Content Creation for Collective Liberation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a cozy community exploration to help you use your voice online for justice\, healing + collective freedom!\n\n\nContent Creation for Collective Liberation \nJoin us on Tuesday\, December 16th at 5:30PM PST for our next People’s School for Justice session for a cozy community exploration to help you use your voice online for justice\, healing + collective freedom! \nIf you’ve ever felt a calling to use your voice for social change\, but hesitated in the face of perfectionism\, visibility fears\, or not knowing where to begin\, this space is for you.  \nContent Creation for Collective Liberation is a 75-minute Zoom workshop designed for anyone who values community care\, collective liberation\, and expressive freedom. \nTogether\, we’ll explore how to create short-form content that centers healing\, justice\, and authenticity\, without sacrificing our mental wellness or creative joy. Through introspection\, conversation\, and gentle group practices\, we’ll unpack our fears\, reconnect with our voices\, and learn tangible tools for sharing liberatory knowledge on social media. Whether you’re returning to content creation or just starting out\, come curious\, leave empowered—and maybe even with your next post drafted. \nWorkshop Session Flow →  \n\nIntentional check-in + introductions\nDefine collective liberation\nRe-member the power of using our authentic voice\nBreak down creative fears + internal blocks\nJournal\, share\, reframe in community\nExplore content topics + formats that fit you\nClose with group shares + reflections\n\nMeet the Facilitator! \nJozelle Wong Yu\, MA (she/they) is a neuroqueer Filipinx-Chinese creator\, coach\, and cultural movement-maker who alchemizes softness into strength. She is passionate about facilitating intimate experiences where anyone\, especially queer\, trans\, and non-binary people of the global majority can reconnect with their radical honesty and be met with tenderness and warmth. \nWith an M.A. in Communication Studies from California State University\, Long Beach\, Jozelle served as a Public Speaking Professor and now mentors entrepreneurs and creatives to reclaim their creative expression and share their stories through her public speaking coaching. An advocate for racial healing and collective liberation\, Jozelle has also served as the Communications Director at Asian American Justice + Innovation Lab. At their core\, Jozelle believes in communication as medicine and the pleasurable alchemy that comes at the intersection of authentic expression\, warm witnessing\, and community.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/content-creation-for-collective-liberation/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T200000
DTSTAMP:20251217T000741Z
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SUMMARY:MOONSquare Closing Party
DESCRIPTION:It’s our last event of the year! Let’s celebrate the closing of MOONSquare exhibition with the silent auction.\n\n\nIt’s our last event of the year! Let’s celebrate the closing of MOONSquare exhibition and the winter solstice.  \nOur auction will end on the evening of the closing so be sure to check out all the amazing pieces these artists have created. Winners of the auction will also be able to pick up their pieces at that time. If you can’t join us\, you can still bid on the MOONSquare auction remotely here. The proceeds will be shared between T!C and the artists\, so this is an incredible opportunity to support as well as learn more about our community!  \nTo cap off the year we will be serving tangyuan\, a sweet and warming traditional treat eaten to celebrate Dongzhi (the Winter Solstice). We’d love to see you all and wish our friends & neighbors a happy holiday before our studio goes into hibernation!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moonsquare-closing-party/
LOCATION:1 Pike St\, 1 Pike Street\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T203000
DTSTAMP:20251204T091048Z
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SUMMARY:White Wave Dance – Here NOW So Long (Preview)
DESCRIPTION:Here NOW So Long explores the turbulence of human emotion\, weaving together panoramic video imagery\, a live original composition for guitars and electronics\, and the fluid\, dramatic movement of WHITE WAVE’s stunning dancers. Comprising ten interconnected scenes\, the work delves into love and inner conflict\, pushing the boundaries of contemporary dance through an evocative synthesis of sound\, imagery\, and movement. \n\n\nArtistic Director / Choreographer: Young Soon Kim\nRehearsal Director: Mark Willis \nDancers: Michael Bishop\, Kaylan Bradford\, John Crim\, Benjamin De Andrade\, Bella Donatelli\, Soomin Eum\, Shujung Kim\, Ellie Swainhart\, Juan David Viveros
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/white-wave-dance-here-now-so-long-preview/
LOCATION:New York Center for Creativity and Dance\, 287 East 10th Street\, New York\, NY
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T213000
DTSTAMP:20251215T052235Z
CREATED:20251215T052235Z
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SUMMARY:Documenting Stories: Oral History Production and Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation on oral history production\, equipment\, software and set ups with a focus on productions with small budgets!\n\n\nDocumenting Stories: Oral History Production and Best Practices \nJoin us for a presentation on oral history production\, equipment\, software and set ups with a focus on productions with small budgets! \nOral Historian\, Artist\, Writer\, Alan Nakagawa will base this workshop on his thirty-nine years of interdisciplinary art projects using oral history as a base for working with diverse communities. \nNakagawa has worked for educational\, non-profit and government institutions with varying budgets and scopes. Keeping a flexible production methodology while listening to the needs of the collaborators\, he has built a portfolio of experiences reflecting diverse needs. \nMeet the Instructor! \nAlan Nakagawa is an interdisciplinary artist with archiving tendencies\, primarily working with sound\, often incorporating various media and working with communities and their histories. He has created a series of Invisible Architecture experiences that are mash ups of the recorded acoustics of historical sites\, giving new context to historic places through a contemporary lens of sound. Nakagawa has been working on a series of semi-autobiographic sound-architecture/tactile sound experiences\, utilizing multi-point audio field recordings of historic interiors; Peace Resonance; Hiroshima/Wendover combines recordings of the interiors of the Hiroshima Atomic Dome (Hiroshima\, Japan) and Wendover Hangar (Utah). His first book\, “A.I.R.Head: Anatomy of an Artist in Residence” was published in January 2023 by Writ-Large Press. It maps his artistic trajectory that led to his nine Artist-in-residencies in six years.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/documenting-stories-oral-history-production-and-best-practices/
LOCATION:NY
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SUMMARY:Godzilla Minus One Vs. Past Lives: Romantic Histories and Historic Romances
DESCRIPTION:Love and gender roles in the recent globally successful films ‘Godzilla Minus One’ and ‘Past Lives.’\n\nProf. Jayashree Kamblé will present on her essay in CUNY FORUM Volume 11:1\, focusing on love and gender roles in the recent globally successful films Godzilla Minus One and Past Lives. Prof. Kamblé delves into how Godzilla unexpectedly challenges traditional cinematic depictions of romance and gender\, offering fresh perspectives on themes of identity and geocultural representation. Both films show how popular culture can shape our understanding of history\, belonging\, and societal dynamics. She also goes beyond the article to invite connections between the philosophy of romance in Past Lives and its Korean-Canadian-American director Celine Song’s 2025 movie\, Materialists.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/godzilla-minus-one-vs-past-lives-romantic-histories-and-historic-romances/
LOCATION:Asian American / Asian Research Institute – CUNY\, 25 West 43rd Street\, Room 1000\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,Hybrid,In Person,Virtual
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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\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 8:30 PM | Show starts 9:00 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 —\n💬 Follow Us: @LaughingLassi \n  \n🚨 Important Information\n\nLineups are subject to change due to last-minute cancellations.\nTickets cover only the main show (9:00 PM – 10:30 PM). The after-party is optional and free for attendees based on audience interest – please email us for details.\nRefunds 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\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-best-desi-standup-comedy-show-in-nyc-13/
LOCATION:Broadway Comedy Club\, 318 West 53rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,In Person
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SUMMARY:Japanese Holiday Market ホリデーマーケット
DESCRIPTION:It’s the perfect place to find unique\, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts while supporting independent creators. \nCelebrate the holiday season with us at Japan Village in Brooklyn! \nDiscover over 15 talented Japanese artists and makers\, showcasing their handmade crafts\, jewelry\, accessories\, home goods\, and more. \nIt’s the perfect place to find unique\, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts while supporting independent creators. Enjoy the festive atmosphere\, connect with the artists\, and experience the charm of Japanese craftsmanship and design
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/japanese-holiday-market-%e3%83%9b%e3%83%aa%e3%83%87%e3%83%bc%e3%83%9e%e3%83%bc%e3%82%b1%e3%83%83%e3%83%88/
LOCATION:Japan Village\, 934 3rd Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11232\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Market
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SUMMARY:Laughing Lassi – The #1 South Asian Stand-Up Comedy Show in New York!
DESCRIPTION:New York’s Best Desi Stand-Up Comedy Show Comes near Hicksville — for a Special New Year Celebration!\n\n\nWe’re bringing New York City’s #1 South Asian stand-up comedy show to Long Island! \nLaughing Lassi — the hit comedy showcase that has sold out every month in NYC — is coming to Governor’s Comedy Club in Levittown (Hicksville\, Long Island) for a special night of laughter\, culture\, and community. \nAs featured in TimeOut NYC\, The New Yorker\, and India Tribune\, Laughing Lassi brings together the funniest Desi\, Indian\, Pakistani\, and Bangladeshi comedians from New York and around the world. Expect sharp wit\, hilarious storytelling\, and authentic South Asian humor that everyone can enjoy. \n📅 When: Doors open 6:30 PM | Show starts 8:00 PM sharp (no “Brown Time” here!)\n📍 Where: Governor’s Comedy Club\, 90 Division Ave\, Levittown\, NY — minutes from Hicksville and convenient for audiences across Long Island\, Queens\, and Nassau County.\n🍸 Venue Policy: Two-drink minimum (alcoholic & non-alcoholic options available). \nJoin us for a night where laughter meets identity and the South Asian community shines on one of Long Island’s best stages.\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 —\n💬 Follow Us: @LaughingLassi \n🚨 Important Information\n\nLineups are subject to change due to last-minute cancellations.\nTickets cover only the main show (8:00 PM – 9:30 PM). The after-party is optional and free for attendees based on audience interest — email us for details.\nRefunds available up to 24 hours before the event; no refunds on the day of or after the show.\n\nJoin us at Governor’s Comedy Club to experience Laughing Lassi — New York’s #1 South Asian stand-up comedy show\, now live on Long Island! \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-best-desi-standup-comedy-show-in-new-york/
LOCATION:Governor’s Comedy Clubs\, 90 Division Avenue\, Levittown\, NY\, 11756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,In Person
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SUMMARY:ROSEMEAD & The Realities of AAPI Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Watch a clip from ROSEMEAD + join ROSEMEAD producer Mynette Louie\, lived-experience storyteller Lisa Oberholzer-Gee\, and therapist Jeanie Y. Chang for an honest conversation about AAPI mental health\, caregiving\, and the power of breaking silence. Followed by Q&A. WHY THIS EVENT MATTERS Mental health remains deeply stigmatized across many AAPI communities\, shaped by cultural expectations around silence\, strength\, and family responsibility. ROSEMEAD and the Realities of AAPI Mental Health creates space for a nuanced\, accessible conversation that centers lived experience while offering expert context and resources. Rather than prescribing solutions or policy\, this event focuses on storytelling as a catalyst for empathy\, understanding\, and change — illuminating the realities many families live with quietly and the collective work still left to be done. Webinar flow: 7:00 PM – Welcome and Introduction to ROSEMEAD 7:03 PM – Film Clip from ROSEMEAD 7:05 PM – Introduction of Speakers 7:08 PM – Spotlight on Mynette Louie and the Production of ROSEMEAD 7:20 PM – Spotlight on Lisa Oberholzer-Gee and Her Personal Story 7:30 PM – Panel Discussion 7:50 PM – Audience Q&A
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/rosemead-the-realities-of-aapi-mental-health/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Film,Mental Health,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Armat: Live Art × Meditation Ritual
DESCRIPTION:A live digital drawing and meditation ritual by Yadi Liu with meditation teacher Michel Pascal.\n\n\n$10 General Admission | $5 Student & Senior | Free for MOCA Members \nIn collaboration with the Chinatown Partnership/Chinatown BID\, the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) invites you to Armat\, an evolving art initiative by artist Yadi Liu that merges live digital drawing with meditation and contemplative presence. For this special session\, Yadi partners with meditation teacher Michel Pascal\, whose gentle guidance and occasional live vocal elements create a serene\, multi-sensory environment. \nParticipants are invited to pause\, breathe\, and step into the program from within\, becoming part of a shared ritual of presence\, quiet observation\, and embodied awareness. \nNotes: \n\nThis session will be gently documented through photos and videos.\nImages may include wide shots of the group and close-ups of the artistic process.\nSelect images may be used by the artist for non-commercial artistic purposes.\nIf you prefer not to be photographed\, please let our team know at check-in and we will gladly accommodate.\n\nAbout Yadi Liu \nYadi Liu is a New York–based visual artist and the founder of Armat\, an artist-led initiative exploring how contemporary ritual\, perception\, and Eastern philosophy can shape shared cultural experiences. A Society of Illustrators Gold Medalist\, Liu works with fluid linework and abstraction to examine ideas of presence\, transformation\, and the unseen dimensions of human experience. \nHer live drawing practice integrates projected photography with real-time mark-making\, creating images that gradually obscure and reveal participants’ forms. Through this process\, Liu investigates the shifting boundary between the visible and the interior\, inviting audiences to witness “inner states” as evolving\, communal artworks. \nLiu’s work has been presented in public settings in New York’s Chinatown\, in experimental workshops with graduate students at FIT (SUNY)\, and in cross-disciplinary collaborations that bridge contemporary art with wellness and community engagement. Through Armat\, she continues to expand visual ritual as a participatory art form rooted in civic\, cultural\, and contemplative spaces. \nAbout Michel Pascal \nMichel Pascal is an internationally respected vocalist\, author\, and meditation teacher whose work combines contemplative practice with the immersive power of sound. For nearly a decade\, he has performed annual concerts at Carnegie Hall\, where his distinctive style\, often described as “The Medicine Voice”\, creates resonant environments for collective calm. His programs have been presented at the Rubin Museum of Art\, the NYC Mayor’s Office and other cultural and civic institutions. \nPascal trained for fifteen years in Himalayan contemplative traditions\, developing voice-based techniques centered on grounding\, visualization\, and emotional steadiness. He is the author of more than twenty books on stress reduction and mindfulness. \nHis trauma-informed programs for veterans\, first responders\, and justice-involved communities\, including collaborations with the Amity Foundation\, have been recognized for their measurable impact on stress and well-being. Across performance\, wellness\, and public settings\, Pascal’s voice functions as a stabilizing instrument for collective presence. \n\n\n\nNot a MOCA member yet? Join MyMOCA now to receive exclusive member benefits\, special discounts and offerings and “First to Know!” announcements about MOCA’s exhibitions and public programs. \nClick here to become a MyMOCA Member!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-x-chinatown-partnership-present-armat-live-art-x-meditation-ritual/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
CATEGORIES:Art,In Person
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