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SUMMARY:Boba Gays
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month with Boba Gays on May 22!\n\n\nCelebrate AANHPI Heritage Month with Boba Gays on May 22! Join us for a night of big laughs and big talent at our all Asian\, all queer comedy variety show featuring stand up\, improv\, and more. Hosted by Alex Kim and Kenny Park Yi\, Boba Gays brings together some of the funniest Asian performers in NYC for a joyful celebration of culture\, community\, and comedy. Come laugh with us! 🧋✨
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/boba-gays/
LOCATION:Caveat\, 21 A Clinton Street\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kutti Gang
DESCRIPTION:Kutti Gang is back in Brooklyn for a very special AAPI month showcase\n\n\nBenefitting the New York Immigration Coalition! \nKutti Gang is back in Brooklyn for a very special AAPI month stand up comedy showcase benefitting the New York Immigration Coalition!Hosted by Zubi Ahmed and Pooja Reddy\, prepare for an incredible night of comedy and kinship. Don’t miss this hilarious lineup! \nFeaturing:Divya Gunasekaran (Netflix is a Joke)Vikrant Sunderlal (New York Times)Amber Singletary (Judgy – Now This)John Hedrik (Tribeca) \nKutti Gang is a stand-up comedy show created by Zubi Ahmed (Hulu) and Pooja Reddy (Disney)\, featuring South Asian\, queer\, and POC performers. A New York Times\, Vulture\, and Time Out New York must-see\, the duo has headlined Carolines on Broadway\, the New York Comedy Festival\, and released a comedy special on PBS’ All Arts.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/kutti-gang/
LOCATION:littlefield\, 635 Sackett Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11217\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T083108Z
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SUMMARY:Mapping AAPI New York: The Localized History Project Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join youth researchers from the Localized History Project for our annual showcase! History\, re-rooting\, storytelling\, and collectivity!\n\n\nThis showcase is an opportunity for youth ages 16-22 to share the incredible historical and oral history research they have conducted this past year at the Localized History Project. Structured as a “science fair” style presentation with interactive booths\, artwork\, zine-making\, and storytelling\, we invite young people\, adults\, teachers\, community members\, activists\, organizers\, academic\, and friends to join us in this space at anytime between 6-9pm\, but with a keynote address at 7:30pm.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/mapping-aapi-new-york-the-localized-history-project-showcase/
LOCATION:CUNY Graduate Center\, 365 5th Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Stories We Teach\, The Futures We Shape: Celebrating Educators & Community
DESCRIPTION:Our education work is deepening\, and we want you to be part of it. Join AAPI New Jersey on Friday\, May 22\, for an evening celebrating the Teach Asian American Stories 2025-2026 Fellowship and the debut of our new documentary Roots & Routes: A Brief History of Asian Americans in the Garden State. \nWe’ll celebrate this year’s TAAS Fellows as they complete the 2025-2026 Fellowship\, honoring the real\, concrete change they’ve brought to classrooms across New Jersey. Then we’ll screen our brand new motion graphic film\, an intimate exploration of the people\, places\, and moments that define Asian American history right here in the Garden State. \nCome to celebrate. Come to learn. Come to connect with educators and community members doing this essential work together. \nThis work is made possible through the support of our partners. The TAAS Fellowship is supported by The Asian American Foundation and Roots & Routes: A Brief History of Asian Americans in the Garden State by the New Jersey Historical Commission. \nBrought to you by Teach Asian American Stories and AAPI New Jersey.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-stories-we-teach-the-futures-we-shape-celebrating-educators-community/
LOCATION:The Montclair HUB\, 60 South Fullerton Ave\, Montclair\, NJ\, 07042\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grades K–5,High School,Libraries,Middle School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T210000
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SUMMARY:Sunnyside Night Market- AAPI Heritage Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Sunnyside Night Market – AAPI Heritage Month Celebration \nGet ready for an evening filled with flavor\, culture\, and community! On Friday\, May 22\, from 4–9 PM at 40th Street–Lowery Plaza\, Sunnyside Shines is proud to present the Sunnyside Night Market in celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. \n✨ What to Expect: \nFood Pop-Ups & Street Eats – Enjoy a diverse lineup of food vendors serving dishes inspired by AAPI cuisines. From savory street food favorites to unique fusion bites and sweet treats\, there’s something for everyone to discover and enjoy. \nShop Local Makers – Browse vendor tables featuring handmade goods\, art\, jewelry\, clothing\, and specialty items created by local small businesses and entrepreneurs from across the community. \nLive Performances & Entertainment – Experience vibrant performances and cultural showcases throughout the evening\, bringing energy\, music\, and movement to the plaza. \nCelebrate Community – Honor the rich traditions\, cultures\, and contributions of AAPI communities while supporting local businesses and connecting with neighbors. \n🌙 Why You Should Come\nThe Sunnyside Night Market is more than just a night out\, it’s a celebration of culture\, creativity\, and community. Come support local vendors\, enjoy incredible food\, and take part in a lively neighborhood experience that brings Sunnyside together. \n📅 Date: Friday\, May 22\, 2026\n🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM\n📍 Location: 40th Street–Lowery Plaza \nBring your friends\, bring your family\, and come hungry\, this is one night market you won’t want to miss. ready to shop\, eat\, and dance\, the Sunnyside Night Market is where culture\, food\, and community come together to celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/sunnyside-night-market-aapi-heritage-celebration/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:AANHPI Month,Food,Market,Night Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
CREATED:20260430T233355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T233355Z
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SUMMARY:Healing & Wellness Salon with Terisa Siagatonu\,  Chaplain J.S. Park\, and Susanna Barkataki
DESCRIPTION:AAPI Women Lead’s presents a special ANHPI Heritage Month Healing & Wellness Salon Thursday at 5pm-7:00pm PST.   \nParticipate in fireside conversation exploring collective care and the ways we can sustain healing\, wellness and long-term care. \nAAPI Women Lead will be joined by award winning poet Terisa Siagatonu\,  Chaplain J.S. Park\, and Susanna Barkataki. All ANHPI women\, girls\, non-binary people\, and allies are welcome! Celebrate our communities’ legacies of healing and wellness with AAPI Women Lead and incredible community leaders and practitioners. \nTerisa Siagatonu is an award-winning queer Sāmoan poet\, mental health educator\, and community leader from the Bay Area. She’s performed at the White House\, the UN Climate Conference\, and the 2019 SF Women’s March. Her work blends the personal\, cultural\, and political to call for healing and justice. A co-founder of Oakland’s The Root Slam\, she coaches poetry teams\, leads workshops\, and holds a master’s in marriage/family therapy from USC. Chaplain J.S. Park – Join us for a powerful fireside conversation on collective care\, hosted by Dr. Connie Wun. Chaplain J.S. Park is a hospital chaplain specializing in grief\, end-of-life care\, and patient advocacy. Featured on CNN\, NPR\, and more\, he is also the author of The Voices We Carry and As Long As You Need. Susanna Barkataki – a viral TEDx speaker\, #1 bestselling author\, PhD candidate in Yoga Psychology\, and ordained teacher of Thich Nhat Hanh\, she bridges ancient wisdom with modern spiritual leadership through her Ignite Institute\, Yoke Yoga app\, and bestselling books Embrace Yoga’s Roots and Ignite Your Yoga. This is a donation-based event – no one will be turned away for lack of funds. All ANHPI women\, girls\, non-binary people\, and allied communities are warmly welcomed.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/healing-wellness-salon-with-terisa-siagatonu-chaplain-j-s-park-and-susanna-barkataki/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Mental Health,Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T193000
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SUMMARY:Our Laundry\, Our Town with Alvin Eng In Conversation with Radha Vatsal
DESCRIPTION:Join Alvin Eng discussing his book Our Laundry\, Our Town My Chinese American Life from Flushing to the Downtown Stage and Beyond. Leading the conversation will be author and essayist\, Radha Vatsal. \nWith humor and grace\, the memoir of a first-generation Chinese American in New York City. \nOur Laundry\, Our Town is a memoir that decodes and processes the fractured urban oracle bones of Alvin Eng’s upbringing in Flushing\, Queens\, in the 1970s. Back then\, his family was one of the few immigrant Chinese families in a far-flung neighborhood in New York City. His parents had an arranged marriage and ran a Chinese hand laundry. From behind the counter of his parents’ laundry and within the confines of a household that was rooted in a different century and culture\, he sought to reconcile this insular home life with the turbulent yet inspiring street life that was all around them––from the faux martial arts of TV’s Kung Fu to the burgeoning underworld of the punk rock scene. \nIn the 1970s\, NYC\, like most of the world\, was in the throes of regenerating itself in the wake of major social and cultural changes resulting from the counterculture and civil rights movements. And by the 1980s\, Flushing had become NYC’s second Chinatown. But Eng remained one of the neighborhood’s few Chinese citizens who did not speak fluent Chinese. Finding his way in the downtown theater and performance world of Manhattan\, he discovered the under-chronicled Chinese influence on Thornton Wilder’s foundational Americana drama\, Our Town. This discovery became the unlikely catalyst for a psyche-healing pilgrimage to Hong Kong and Guangzhou\, China—his ancestral home in southern China—that led to writing and performing his successful autobiographical monologue\, The Last Emperor of Flushing. Learning to tell his own story on stages around the world was what proudly made him whole. \nAs cities\, classrooms\, cultures\, and communities the world over continue to re-examine the parameters of diversity\, equity\, and inclusion\, Our Laundry\, Our Town will reverberate with a broad readership.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/our-laundry-our-town-with-alvin-eng-in-conversation-with-radha-vatsal/
LOCATION:The World’s Borough Bookshop\, 34-06 73rd Street\, Queens\, NY\, 11372\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Interview,Book Reading
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
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SUMMARY:Dance/Theater Piece: Here NOW So Long
DESCRIPTION:Special Ticket Offers for WHITE WAVE Dance’s New York Premiere of Here NOW So Long! \nHere NOW So Long explores the turbulence of human emotions\, weaving together panoramic video images\, live performance of an original composition for guitars and electronics\, and the fluid dramatic movement of WHITE WAVE’s stunning dancers. \n📅 When: Thursday\, May 21st at 7 PM: Post show Opening Night Celebration \n                  Friday\, May 22nd at 7:30PM: Artist talk after the show \n                  Saturday\, May 23rd at 7:30PM \n📍 Where: New York Live Arts: 219 West 19 Street\, New York\, NY 10011 \n🎟️ Click HERE for Tickets: General Admission: $45; Student/Senior: $35 \n✨ Special Ticket Offers for WHITE WAVE Dance’s New York Première of Here NOW So Long! \n\n🎟 40% Group Discount — Bring your friends! Use code WHITEWAVE40 when purchasing 4 or more tickets.\n🎟 20% Individual Discount — Enjoy savings on your own ticket with code WHITEWAVE20.\n\nDon’t miss this chance to experience an unforgettable evening of dance at a special price. Secure your seats today and join us in celebrating this premiere event! \n​Here NOW So Long is utterly compelling multimedia dance‑theater work marked by remarkable versatility and choreographic virtuosity of Young Soon Kim. Here NOW So Long explores the turbulence of human emotion through 12 vivid scenes\, weaving together panoramic video imagery\, a live performance of an original score of guitars and electronics\, and the fluid\, dramatic movement of WHITE WAVE’s stunning dancers. The work extends and breaks the boundaries of contemporary dance with themes of love\, longing\, and inner conflict. \n​The production continues WHITE WAVE’s longstanding collaboration with a team of singularly innovative artists: an original score by Marco Cappelli\, visuals by filmmaker Hao Bai\, and dramaturgy by James Leverett\, former Yale professor. Artistic Director Young Soon Kim creates a movement language that reveres tradition while embracing innovation\, reaching into the inner landscapes of imagination\, passion\, and spirit to generate new expressions of contemporary dance. \nHere NOW So Long is the third chapter in Young Soon Kim’s acclaimed Here NOW series\, which toured Korea in Seoul\, Gwangju\, and Seongnam in 2012. The fourth and final chapter\, Eternal NOW\, premiered at BAM Fisher in 2014. \n​Artistic 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/dance-theater-piece-here-now-so-long/
LOCATION:New York Live Arts\, 219 West 19 Street\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
CREATED:20260424T050435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T061153Z
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SUMMARY:REAL-ASIAN-SHIPS: The Dating Show For Asian Americans
DESCRIPTION:Real contestants vie for a chance at love (and the audience makes the match) in the world’s only Asian American dating show!\n\n\nJoin comedians Mic Nguyen and Jenny Arimoto as they host REAL-ASIAN-SHIPS\, the world’s only Asian American dating show. Here\, contestants will compete for a shot at love. The twist: the audience (and real-life Asian parents) will make the match. Watch the antics\, or be unlucky in love forever!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/real-asian-ships-the-dating-show-for-asian-americans-2/
LOCATION:littlefield\, 635 Sackett Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11217\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
CREATED:20260424T084327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T084327Z
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SUMMARY:InspiredWordNYC Presents Musical Duo Antina & Jesse at Sugar Mouse
DESCRIPTION:InspiredWordNYC Presents Musical Duo Antina & Jesse at Sugar Mouse in Manhattan’s East Village\n\n\n\nInspiredWordNYC Presents Musical Duo Antina & Jesse at Sugar Mouse in Manhattan’s East Village.\n\n$12 cover + 1 drink minimum. $15 24 hours before the event and at the door.\n\n18+ Age Limit.\n\nBio:\nAntina & Jesse are an R&B duo based in Manhattan. They present intimate\, stripped-down R&B with raw vocals and groovy acoustic guitar. Both Music Therapy students at NYU\, they bonded over their shared love of R&B music\, and draw from their Asian backgrounds to incorporate both English and Chinese R&B in their set with warmth and soul. They have performed at NYC venues such as Brooklyn Music Kitchen\, with Antina also singing at Nublu\, The Delancey\, and The Bitter End\, and previously performing as an R&B artist in her hometown of Shenzhen\, China.\n\nProduced by Mike Geffner Presents The Inspired Word\ninspiredwordnyc.com\n\nSUBWAY LINE – SUBWAY LINE – 14th Street – Union Square subway station on the L\, 4\, 5\, 6\, N\, Q\, R\, and W lines.\n\nRefunds up to 24 hours before the event
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/inspiredwordnyc-presents-musical-duo-antina-jesse-at-sugar-mouse/
LOCATION:Sugar Mouse NYC\, 47 3rd Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
CREATED:20260514T100803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T125852Z
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SUMMARY:Selected Shorts: Generation Gap with Wajahat Ali and BD Wong\, Conrad Ricamora (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Just in time for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month\, Selected Shorts and Asian American Writers’ Workshop join forces to present an evening of Asian American fiction that considers the generational divide. Join us for funny and insightful stories about family\, what is passed down\, and what gets lost in translation and time. Hosted by Wajahat Ali\, with readings by Ruthie Ann Miles (Here Lies Love)\, Conrad Ricamora (How to Get Away with Murder)\, Rita Wolf (The Good Wife)\, and BD Wong (Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens). \nTake great stories by well-known and emerging writers\, add captivating actors of stage and screen\, and you have Selected Shorts—unforgettable nights of literature in performance. \nDid you know that Selected Shorts is also recorded for national public radio? As an audience member\, you will be part of what makes Selected Shorts broadcasts and podcasts so special. And you can listen to your favorite stories again on your local public radio station or on the Selected Shorts podcast. To find out more\, visit SelectedShorts.org.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/selected-shorts-generation-gap-with-wajahat-ali-and-bd-wong-conrad-ricamora-hybrid/
LOCATION:Symphony Space\, 2537 Broadway at 95th St.\, New York\, NY\, 10025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Reading,Hybrid,In Person,Theater,Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T200000
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CREATED:20260514T140138Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching with Testimony in the Classroom: The Cambodian Genocide
DESCRIPTION:Honor the National Day of Remembrance for the Cambodian Genocide with a day of learning. Join the Cambodian Genocide Resource Center and Facing History & Ourselves in discovery as we discuss how to bring genocide survivor testimony into your classroom to foster empathy\, deepen historical understanding\, and spark student engagement. \nAuthor and chef Channy Laux will bring us into conversation centering on her survivor testimony from the Cambodian Genocide. This session offers strategies and resources to help students connect with difficult histories through the voices of those who lived them. \nParticipants will: \n\nThink critically about how to best honor\, humanize\, and elevate survivor testimony in their classrooms\nReceive meaningful resources and curriculum from both the Cambodian Genocide Resource Center and Facing History to facilitate classroom lessons steeped in storytelling and genocide education\nUnderstand how genocide testimony can expand students’ capacity for empathy\, civic responsibility\, and community building.\n\nThis offering is for:  \n6th- to 12th-grade humanities and social studies teachers\, department chairs\, supervisors\, and special education teachers\, and anyone interested in learning more about the Cambodian Genocide. \nFormat: This is a Zoom webinar with live captioning. You’ll be able to participate using the chat\, but will remain off camera. \nIf this time doesn’t work for your schedule\, be sure to register and we’ll notify you once the recording is available On-Demand. The webinar recording will be available within a week of the webinar. Closed captioning is available for all participants.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/teaching-with-testimony-in-the-classroom-the-cambodian-genocide/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,History,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
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SUMMARY:NAAAP NY - May AAPI Heritage Celebration
DESCRIPTION:NAAAP NY invites you to an AAPI Salon Night: Identity\, Adaptability and Courage to Belong\n\n\nNAAAP NY (National Association of Asian American Professionals\, New York Chapter)\, in partnership with various corporate partners\, is honored to present our annual Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month event\, AAPI Salon Night: Identity\, Adaptability and Courage to Belong\, on Wednesday\, May 20\, 2026\, from 6:00 PM– 9:00 PM EST at Bryant Park Loft in the heart of Manhattan. \nThis distinguished event commemorates AAPI Heritage Month by bringing together Asian professional networks across New York City to celbrate cultural heritage\, leadership\, and community. By uniting corporate and nonprofit organizations\, as well as businesses\, it fosters meaningful connections\, promotes professional growth\, and underscores the collective strength of our shared traditions & communities. \n  \nAAPI Salon Night: Identity\, Adaptability and Courage to Belong \n📅 Wednesday\, May 20\,2026 \n🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST \n📍 Location – Bryant Park Loft (15 W39th Street\, 10th Floor\, New York\, NY 10018) \n👔 Dress Code – Cocktail or Traditional Cultural Attire \n  \n🎤 AAPI Fireside Chat Speaker: Yoko Momonoi \nYoko Momonoi has over 20 years of experience in the pharma/biotech industry. Currently\, Yoko leads the Biologics group in Global Regulatory Affairs at Takeda where she oversees the regulatory CMC strategy of biologics from early development\, commercialization\, and post- approval. Prior to joining Takeda\, Yoko has held positions of increasing responsibility in process engineering\, process development and regulatory CMC at Celgene\, Novartis\, and Genentech. She has worked in the US\, Japan\, and Singapore\, and enjoys travelling. \n  \nFeatured Programming: \n\nAAPI Fireside Chat: Yoko Momonoi – Senior Executive at Takeda\nDinner Showcasing Traditional AAPI Fare\nBeverage Bar\nCultural Performances\nNAAAP NY Scholarship & Project Grant Award Ceremony\nSilent Auctions for Products and Services from Local AAPI Businesses\nTea tasting\nHenna Tattoo\nHeart of Dinner Bag Decorating\nPhotoboothWe invite you to be part of this inspiring evening as we celebrate the richness of AAPI heritage\, foster deeper conversations\, authentic storytelling\, and meaningful connections within the AAPI community and its allies. Whether you’re joining to network\, support AAPI nonprofits and community initiatives\, or enjoy cultural performances\, the AAPI Salon Night promises a memorable experience. Tickets are limited and going quickly—reserve your spot today and join us in celebrating community\, culture\, and connection!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/naaap-ny-may-aapi-heritage-celebration/
LOCATION:15 W 39th St 10th floor\, 15 West 39th Street\, #10th floor\, New York\, NY\, 10018\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T153000
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SUMMARY:Bridging AAPI Generations: Family\, Culture\, and Emotional Connection
DESCRIPTION:Explore family\, culture\, and emotional bonds across AAPI generations in this meaningful\, connection-focused conversation.\n\n\nJoin us for a conversation between mental health providers\, Joanne Lam\, PsyD\, Benedict Lim\, PhD\, and Gerald Gonzales\, PhD followed by a live Q&A session. \nJoin the call: \n\nClick here on the day of event to attend!\n\nAAPI communities are built on strong cultural values\, shared history\, and care across generations. At the same time\, differences in language\, experiences\, and expectations can make it hard for families to fully connect and understand one another. \nWe’ll talk about how culture shapes communication\, family roles\, and emotional expression\, and how these can differ across generations. We will also discuss how to have more open conversations\, navigate conflict with care\, and strengthen relationships with parents\, children\, and elders. Whether you’re looking to improve your own family connections or support others\, this session will help you build more empathy\, clarity\, and connection to support the well-being of families together. \nThis is a FREE\, virtual interactive event open to the community. We have invited our Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) members and their families to listen and participate in the conversation. \n*AAPI Community covers communities from Central Asia\, Southeast Asia\, East Asia\, South Asia\, Native Hawaii\, Native Alaska\, the Pacific Islands\, the Indigenous people of the United States\, and individuals with multiracial identities that include any of the above. \n_________________________________________________________________________________________ \nHouseCalls is a virtual communication tool created to S.E.E.E. our members and create conversation around making healthy lifestyle choices\, self- advocacy\, and best practices in the prevention of chronic disease. \nSupport our members and community to take control of their preventive care and chronic conditions​ \nExplore ​and identify opportunities to improve care​ \nEncourage dialogue and partnership between members and medical specialists​ \nEducate ​on how to care for chronic conditions at home \nPlease view prior events here: http://www.kp.org/eastbay/housecalls \n\n\nSpeaker and Moderator Information\nDr. Joanne Lam\, PsyD\, is a licensed psychologist on the Adult Service in the Fremont Psychiatry Department. She works as part of a collaborative team that offers a wide range of services\, including classes\, group therapy\, medication services\, psychological testing\, and brief\, problem-focused individual psychotherapy. \nDr. Lam’s personal and professional background equips her to work with a diverse range of concerns presented by the Bay Area population. Born and raised in the Bay Area\, she also spent part of her early childhood in Hong Kong\, experiences that shaped her appreciation for the complex intersectionality of individuals’ identities. She completed her predoctoral internship at California Pacific Medical Center (APA-approved) and her postdoctoral residency at Kaiser Permanente (APA-approved)\, where she continued on as a staff member after completing her training. \nDr. Lam provides both individual and group therapy\, using an integrative approach grounded in evidence-based treatments such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)\, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)\, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Her specialty area is health psychology\, focusing on the psychological\, behavioral\, and cultural factors that influence physical health and overall well-being. She also offers treatment in Cantonese. \nShe is proud to be part of a compassionate\, highly motivated\, and skilled team dedicated to ensuring that patients’ needs are thoughtfully and effectively addressed. \nClick here to learn more about Dr. Lam! \n\n\nDr. Benedict Lim graduated from the University of California\, Berkeley with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. He earned both a Master of Arts and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Boston. He completed a one-year internship at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts Mental Health Center\, followed by a one-year postdoctoral residency in Adult Psychiatry at Kaiser Permanente in Fremont. \nDr. Lim joined The Permanente Medical Group in 2001 and has worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds\, helping them achieve more positive and optimal emotional health. His experience has shown that the most important factor in success is the active role taken by the individual seeking help. \n  \nClick here to learn more about Dr. Lim! \n\n\nGerald Gonzales\, Ph.D.\, is a licensed psychologist dedicated to teaching his students the values of intentionality\, competence\, and cultural humility in clinical practice. With a doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Oregon\, Gerald has honed his mental health expertise through clinical practice\, healthcare leadership\, and transformative patient care initiatives. \nAs a former clinic director\, training director\, and child & family psychologist at Kaiser Permanente\, Gerald didn’t just manage operations and provide services; he brought a unique and innovative approach to mental health care. Even amidst the challenges of a global pandemic\, he spearheaded transformative initiatives\, showcasing his compassionate leadership and inspiring others to tap into their creative solutions. \n  \nOutside academia\, Gerald is deeply engaged in service scholarship\, community outreach\, and professional affiliations\, reflecting his commitment to positively impacting people’s lives within and beyond the university community.Gerald is a double Bronco—he has a BS in Finance and an MA in Counseling Psychology. He enjoys spending time with family and friends\, traveling\, reading\, and golfing. \n  \nClick here to learn more about Dr. Gonzalez!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/bridging-aapi-generations-family-culture-and-emotional-connection/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Mental Health,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Meeting the Moment: Data\, Narrative\, Action for Bolder Futures with Karthick Ramakrishnan:
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help bridge the gap between information and advocacy. Led by Karthick Ramakrishnan\, this session will dive into the “Action” pillar of AAPI Data’s core DNA—Data\, Narrative\, Action—framework. Ramakrishnan will also expand on the Bolder Futures initiative\, which brings together intergenerational changemakers and leaders to enact meaningful action. \nWhile having accurate data about our communities is important\, data alone is not enough to develop effective strategies and produce meaningful results for our communities. This session is specifically designed for leaders and professionals who want to learn effective strategies for implementing data-driven change and raising community visibility. \nParticipants will leave with a clear roadmap for translating data insights into tangible results in their own professional spheres\, and how to use data to inspire action and lasting change.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/workshop-meeting-the-moment-data-narrative-action-for-bolder-futures-with-karthick-ramakrishnan/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Activism,Data,Survey,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T180000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
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SUMMARY:Ascent: Our Heritage\, Our Power  Summit
DESCRIPTION:Ascent: Our Heritage\, Our Power is a month away! We’re thrilled to be bringing back this summit dedicated to the AAPI leaders shaping our city for the third year in a row. We hope you can join us for an inspiring day\, featuring AAPI trailblazers\, an unforgettable lunch and cocktail hour\, and the chance to connect with leaders across industries. \nHear from the people shaping culture\, public policy\, and media\, including speakers from The New York Times\, the NFL\, Paper Magazine\, the Obama White House National Economic Council\, Bellevue Hospital\, AAPI Lead\, and more. \nLast year\, the AAPI community’s growing influence in government was powerfully demonstrated when the City Council secured $2.5 million for the first ever AAPI curriculum in NYC public schools\, along with $3 million to support immigrant survivors of domestic violence. These historic achievements were made possible by the civic engagement and representation of New York City’s fastest-growing immigrant population. \nJoin us for a day of discussion about the power of the AAPI community in NYC and the work ahead. \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/ascent-our-heritage-our-power-summit/
LOCATION:Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center\, 1941 Broadway\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
CREATED:20260508T123414Z
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SUMMARY:Rice And Spice. All Asian Woman Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:For AAPI Heritage Month\, Rice & Spice is back for its fourth edition—and we’re bringing the heat 🔥 \nDoors: 6pm\, 1 drink minimum \nFor the first time at @broadway_comedy_club \, an all–AAPI women lineup takes the stage\, serving stories that are hilarious\, raw\, bold\, spicy\, and unapologetic. \nWith love to @broadway_comedy_club and @avantcollective\, we’re creating a full experience with AAPI-owned brands: \n✨ Free headshots by @shoottphotos (6–7 PM)\n✨ A chance to win a curated VIP @avantcollective goodie bag\n✨ Get lit with @herefortheburn candles\n✨ Look fly with @ponyflo caps\n✨ Glow up with @esw.beauty\n✨ Surprises throughout the night \nThis isn’t just a show—it’s a celebration of voices\, joy\, and community; the kind of night you walk into curious\, show up with your people\, support Asian women in comedy\, and leave on fire—being a part of something unforgettable.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/rice-and-spice-all-asian-woman-comedy-show/
LOCATION:Broadway Comedy Club\, 318 West 53rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
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SUMMARY:Like a Wave We Break: A Fireside Chat with Jane Chen
DESCRIPTION:Join Like a Wave We Break: A Fireside Chat with Jane Chen moderated by Karen Choi. In her best-selling memoir\, Like a Wave We Break\, Jane chronicles the rise of Embrace Global—the company she co-founded that has helped save over one million babies. When the organization nearly collapsed after a decade\, she was forced to confront how growing up amid domestic violence had shaped both her deep commitment to serving the most vulnerable—and the burnout and personal breakdown that followed. \nTaking place during Mental Health Awareness Month and AANHPI Heritage Month\, the discussion will explore themes of mental health and cultural stigma often experienced within the AANHPI community\, resilience\, preventing burnout\, and what it means to rebuild after breaking. We hope you’ll join us for an honest and meaningful dialogue rooted in reflection\, healing\, and collective strength. \nTickets \nFree – General Admission; \n$50 – General Admission + Signed Book + Donation to Womankind
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/like-a-wave-we-break-a-fireside-chat-with-jane-chen/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T173000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
CREATED:20251208T213752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T223012Z
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SUMMARY:Building Racial Equity: Foundations - Virtual 5/19/2026
DESCRIPTION:Racial Equity training designed to equip participants with shared language\, analysis and tools to advance racial justice.\n\n\nSliding Scale Ticket Model \nLearn more about our ticket prices here: https://bit.ly/RFTicketInfo \nIn a moment unlike any we have faced as a global community\, Race Forward believes that Racial Justice is more important than ever. In order to embed Racial Equity into all of our day to day operations as well as our responses in this moment we must continue to hold fast to a commitment that enables us to learn\, grow and practice racial equity work together. \nAs the world continues to adapt to threats against democracy\, we will continue to offer virtual learning spaces that center on normalizing\, organizing\, and operationalizing racial equity into our work at every intersection. \nThe Virtual Building Racial Equity series\, developed by Race Forward: The Center for Racial Justice Innovation\, is an interactive training for those who wish to sharpen their skills and strategies to address systemic racism and advance racial equity. Unlike “diversity trainings\,” which primarily focus on interpersonal relations and understanding\, these trainings emphasize how to challenge and change institutional racial inequities. \nBuilding Racial Equity: Foundations is the first and “foundational” training of the series. Participants will build on and strengthen racial equity practices for themselves and their organizations and networks. This training will introduce participants to concepts\, frames\, and tools that are essential to a productive racial equity practice. Attending this training is required to participate in subsequent trainings. \nTraining Components \n\nRacial Justice Values & Vision\nKey Concepts: Different Dimensions of Racism and Systems Analysis\nCountering Implicit Bias\nOpportunities to Advance Racial Equity\n\nParticipants will \n\nBuild a clear understanding of key concepts such as racial equity and structural racism.\nLearn to talk about race constructively within their organizations and with their constituents.\nGain tools and practices for counteracting racial bias in their work and practices.\nIdentify opportunities and next steps for applying concepts and strategies to advance racial equity.\n\n \nFAQ’s \nSliding Scale Ticket Model \nLearn more about our ticket prices here: https://bit.ly/RFTicketInfo \nZoom Use: \nPlease note that you will need to be able to access zoom in order to participate in this training. We are unable to accommodate dial-in only participation at this time. \nWhere’s my access link? \nZoom link and pre-training materials will be sent out a week prior to the scheduled training date via Eventbrite\, noreply@event.eventbrite.com. If you don’t have access to your Zoom link or encounter problems with registration\, please check your spam folder. We encourage all participants to add noreply@event.eventbrite.com to their safe-sender list to ensure that emails are not getting blocked. \nHow do I add an email to my safe sender list? \n\nOutlook\nGmail\n\nIf that doesn’t resolve the issue\, please email the public training team at bre@raceforward.org. We try to respond to urgent requests within 24 hours of receipt. For all other requests\, please allow up to two (2) business days for a response. \nAccess Needs: \nIf you are registering for this event and have any access needs\, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/PjFMZA2bYVkJZH6JA We are currently able to offer ASL interpreters and Live Captioning for our training sessions. \nScholarships: \nWe are offer scholarships to grassroots organizers and community organizations. If you need a scholarship please fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/82yieAu8cKBgbhbx9 \nSpace: \nWe have limited space in our virtual training as we believe it is critical for our participants to be able to receive tailored support and coaching throughout the duration of our virtual training session. \nAI Notaking: \nAI notetaking tools are prohibited and will be removed. Participants are expected to rely on traditional methods of notetaking to ensure the confidentiality and security of the training spaces. Please let us know if this presents a challenge around accessibility and we are happy to work with you to find a solution around this. You may submit an accessibility request using this link. \nFor all other questions\, please email bre@raceforward.org.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/building-racial-equity-foundations-virtual-5-19-2026/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
CREATED:20260514T133801Z
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SUMMARY:Slant'd: Beyond the Page 2026 Story Slam (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Come witness and cheer on our 2026 cohort of ten brave queer and/or gender expansive AAPI storytellers after a month of developing their live\, personal story to share with us. Get ready to laugh\, cry\, and cheer on your friends as they take the zoom stage! ✨ \n\nThis event will be open to Slant’d community and the public\, with a donation-suggested entry. We hope that you are moved by our cohort’s stories and inspired to tell your own.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/slantd-beyond-the-page-2026-story-slam-virtual/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Storytelling,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
CREATED:20260422T025827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T025845Z
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SUMMARY:Film Screening: Photographic Justice: The Corky Lee Story
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a free community screening of Photographic Justice: The Corky Lee Story \nMonday\, May 18th at 6pm\, JAA-NY\, 5th fl. (Japanese American Association of New York) \nFor 50 years Corky Lee tirelessly documented the celebrations\, struggles and daily lives of the AAPI community. This film serves as a tribute and testament to the importance of his life’s work. The screening will be followed by an informal discussion about Corky’s legacy between Director Jennifer Takaki and Executive Producer George Hirose. Corky Lee was vital to the Japanese American community\, photographing many events and helping to connect people and community leaders. Audience members are kindly invited to join the conversation. \nThere will also be a reception with light food and drinks after the Q&A.  Everyone is invited! \nPlease RSVP by May 15th to george.hirose@gmail.com with “Corky Film” in the subject line.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/film-screening-photographic-justice-the-corky-lee-story/
LOCATION:Japanese American Association of NY\, 49 West 45th Street\, 5th Flr.\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T190000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
CREATED:20260514T155615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T195759Z
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SUMMARY:Culture in Conversation: AAPI Fashion in Focus
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening spotlighting the voices and visionaries shaping today’s fashion landscape. Culture in Conversation: AAPI Fashion in Focus brings together some of the industry’s most influential designers—Laura Kim\, Bach Mai\, and Naeem Khan—for an inspiring panel moderated by Kevin Huynh\, Fashion Director at InStyle. \nTogether\, they’ll explore the intersections of creativity\, cultural identity\, and the growing influence of AAPI perspectives in fashion\, offering insight into their personal journeys and the evolving industry at large. \nGuests will enjoy a curated selection of sweet treats and AAPI-inspired cocktails while connecting with fellow attendees in an engaging and stylish setting.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/culture-in-conversation-aapi-fashion-in-focus/
LOCATION:People Inc.\, 225 Liberty St\, New York\, NY\, 10281\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fashion,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T223000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
CREATED:20260514T175843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T175843Z
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SUMMARY:Asian American Racial Justice Training: Connecting Asian American Histories: Social Identities
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals (Core Training Level 1) 2026 – Connecting Asian American  Histories: Social Identities\n\n\n\nIn this workshop series\, participants will learn about the fundamentals of Asian American history and anti-racism. \nThis session will explore Asian American identity formations\, with participants reflecting on their intersecting social identities\, while analyzing the consequences of stereotypes and bias.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/asian-american-racial-justice-training-connecting-asian-american-histories-social-identities/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,History,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
CREATED:20260428T135752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T135752Z
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SUMMARY:Kimora Lee Simmons on the birth of Baby Phat with Fern Mallis (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Join model and entrepreneur founder Kimora Lee Simmons for a conversation with Fern Mallis about her journey from the runway to becoming an enduring cultural force in fashion with her iconic lifestyle brand\, Baby Phat. \nDiscovered at just 13\, Kimora Lee Simmons rose quickly through the ranks of high fashion\, signing an exclusive contract with Chanel and appearing in the pages of Vogue\, Elle\, and Harper’s Bazaar. That early immersion shaped a distinctive vision — merging style\, storytelling\, and a keen sense of cultural influence. In 1999\, Kimora launched Baby Phat\, transforming it into a global lifestyle brand that redefined fashion inclusivity and female empowerment. As founder and creative director\, she expanded the brand across apparel\, accessories\, fragrance\, beauty\, and beyond\, creating a lasting cultural legacy that continues to thrive today — and with her daughters Ming Lee and Aoki Lee now helping to guide its evolution and connect with a new generation\, Baby Phat is entering a new era. \nIn a conversation with Fern Mallis\, hear Simmons reflects on a career that has consistently shaped and anticipated the culture — and find out where Baby Phat is headed next.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/kimora-lee-simmons-on-the-birth-of-baby-phat-with-fern-mallis-hybrid/
LOCATION:92nd Street Y (92NY / 92Y)\, 1395 Lexington Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fashion,Hybrid,In Person,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T173000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
CREATED:20260424T075218Z
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SUMMARY:BrownDisorganizedComedy Spring 2026 show
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to laugh out loud at BrownDisorganizedComedy’s Spring 2026 live show—fun chaos guaranteed!\n\n\nCome watch our Brown standup and sketch comedy\, a mix of South Asians and other continents\, at its finest! Unique event and great venue!! \nThis is one of the longest running brown shows\, 7 years in NYC and 4 years in Boston before that. \nPeople love the disorganized format! \nComedy is not meant to be organized y’all! \nProceeds from show going to a designated CHARITY \n \nAsif Lakhani– host (Broadway Comedy Club) \nShaunak Godkhindi – headliner (Don’t Tell Comedy special) \nKate Willett – (special on Netflix called “The Comedy Lineup”) \nKatie Blunt – (New York Comedy Festival and Apple TV) \nFerez Shere – (featured in NY Times and NY Emmy Winner) \nProma Khosla – (The Stand) \nAsh Mehta – (Laugh Factory and The Stand) \nNarinder Singh – (New York Comedy Festival) \n \nAnd fun-filled sketch comedy by UshaGProductions \nEarly bird special for limited time (PROMO CODE: BDC) \nTwo drink minimum! \nCome half hour early to get best seats! \n \nUshaGProductions is a comedic writer and producer of standup and sketch comedy for over twenty years. She produced shows at Nick’s Comedy Stop and Comedy Connection in Boston. Upon moving to New York\, she has produced shows at the Producer’s Club\, Von Bar\, and the Broadway Comedy Club. Nearly every show has been committed to supporting charity. Since 2021\, UshaGProductions has been holding this show at Broadway Comedy Club for four years\, two at Westside Comedy Club\, and now here. Asif Lakhani\, Gautam Ponnapalli\, and Narinder Singh are helping to co-produce the show\, three of NYC’s finest South Asian comedians.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/browndisorganizedcomedy-spring-2026-show/
LOCATION:The Comic Strip\, 1568 2nd Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10028\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hauʻoli Lā Lei o Mei: A Lei Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn to make your own lei laʻi hilo alongside hula and music. In collaboration with Hālāwai.\n\n\nJoin us in this vibrant May Day celebration\, a holiday in Hawaiʻi honoring the tradition of making\, giving\, and wearing lei as a symbol of Aloha. Learn to make your own lei laʻi hilo\, get connected with your community\, and enjoy the outdoors alongside hula and music. Flowers and leaves provided. In collaboration with Stacey Young and Hālāwai. \nhttp://www.halawai.org/ \nWho: Ages 8 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nWhere: The Blue Park House at Marsha P. Johnson State Park \n90 Kent Ave\, Brooklyn\, New York \nCross streets – N 8th and Kent Ave \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nThis program is first come\, first served while materials last. Please arrive early if you would like to make your own lei!\nIn the case of inclement weather\, the program may be rescheduled or canceled. Please be sure to check your email a few hours before the program starts.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/hau%ca%bboli-la-lei-o-mei-a-lei-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Marsha P. Johnson State Park\, 90 Kent Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11211\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T183000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
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SUMMARY:Fire Horse Fundamentals: A Convening of Activists\, skill building\, mutual aid and community
DESCRIPTION:Angry Asian Womxn presents… FIRE HORSE FUNDAMENTALS\, A convening of activists \nA day of skill building\, mutual aid and community \nSunday May 17th\, 11am-6:30pm in Lower East Side NYC\n•free workshops\n•activist mutual aid\n•free asian food + snacks\n•fun activities\n•funds 4 gaza\n•community\n•make new friends\n•smash the state\nfree\, mask mandatory\, \n\n   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView this post on Instagram\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n11AM-12PM\nKNOW YOUR RIGHTS WITH ICE IN CHINESE + ENGLISH VIRTUAL + IN PERSON \nAnnouncing special guest @nurzshot whose father was taken by ICE at 26 Federal Plaza. He graciously continues to share his story on his page and will share his knowledge with us during this session. \n12PM-12:30PM   IMMIGRATION COURT WATCH WORKSHOP\nThe majority of the abductions of our neighbors\, friends and tamily in New York nave happened at 26 Federal Plaza\, steps away rom Chinatown. Come to this workshop to learn what activists are currently doing tc help our neighbors navigate this harrowing process and how you can get plugged in to help! Fluent other language speakers and attorneys (any type are needed) who would like to volunteer are encouraged to attend. \n1:30PM-2:30PM FIRST AID\nLearn and practice the basics of how to address minor bleeds and how to address major ones with the use of tourniquets and wound packing. You will also learn and practice the basics of eye washes for the use of mitigating tear gas and pepper spray. You get a free tourniquet and other first aid supplies with this class. Class taught by @sarinyyya who’s worked 21 years in the fire department. \n2:45pm-3:45pm PROTEST SAFETY\nThis session will be dedicated to sharing good practices on keeping yourself and your people safe from State violence during a protest. We will be introducing skills such as situational awareness and utilizing tools like the OODA Loop to navigate the frontlines. Free goggles\, sudecon wipes\, electrolytes and more for participants. Class by @yourprotestsafetykuya \n4PM-5:30PM  PROTEST POSTERS AND WHEAT PASTE \nPrint your own protest art posters via reliet printing\, stamping and other techniques.\nAlso\, learn how to make and apply wheat paste! No artistic background needed! All levels are welcome.\nClass taught by print artist @hariehanga and wheat paste artist @cindytrinh.photo \n5:40PM to 6:30PM  Self Defense 4 BIPOC women\, femmes\, trans and gender expansive folks \nWe will also have drop-in activities going on all day: ICE whistle kit packing\, letter writing to political prisoners\, free activist zines\, mutual aid and meeting other activists! \n\n   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView this post on Instagram
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/fire-horse-fundamentals-a-convening-of-activists-skill-building-mutual-aid-and-community/
LOCATION:To Be Determined – In Person NYC
CATEGORIES:Activism,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T153000
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SUMMARY:5th Annual AAPI Heritage Cultural Parade  NYC
DESCRIPTION:5th NYC AAPI Heritage Cultural Parade \nDate: Sunday\, May 17\, 2026\nTime: 11AM – 3:30 PM\nEstimated Attendance: 100\,000+\nLocation: Midtown\, 44th St to 55th St along 6th Ave\, Manhattan NYC
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/5th-annual-aapi-heritage-cultural-parade-nyc/
LOCATION:6th Avenue between 44th St and  55th St\, 6th Ave between 44 St and 55 St ST\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Parade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T223000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
CREATED:20260514T170644Z
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SUMMARY:Asian American Racial Justice Training: Connecting Asian American Histories: Collective Stories
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals (Core Training Level 1) 2026 – Connecting Asian American Histories: Collective Stories\n\n\n\nIn this workshop series\, participants will learn about the fundamentals of Asian American history and antiracism. \nIn this session\, through dialogue and group interaction\, participants will connect their own personal histories to larger themes in the Asian American experience.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/asian-american-racial-justice-training-connecting-asian-american-histories-collective-stories/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,History,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151931
CREATED:20260514T152753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T152753Z
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SUMMARY:AAPI Comedy Night: Asians' Got Talent!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month and see some of New York’s hottest Asian performers in sketch\, improv\, standup\, music\, clown\, and more!\n\n\nAAPI Comedy Night is back with Asians’ Got Talent to celebrate AAPI History Month! It’s got standup\, live music\, dance\, characters\, improv\, clown\, mime and more! Don’t miss your chance to receive special AAPI Comedy Night giveaways at the shows and buy your tickets soon! \n \nDirector and Producer: \nAnson Chan \n \nLine-Up: \nAnson Chan \nBen Lee \nChristina Li \nDivya Gunasekaran \nEmily Huang \nJon Lu \nKelvin Wang \nPaul Ton \nPeng Dang \nShareef Taher \nXuan Zhao \nYoshiko Watson
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/aapi-comedy-night-asians-got-talent/
LOCATION:Wild East Brewing Co.\, 623 Sackett Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11217\, United States
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