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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 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: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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T213000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T203000
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T200000
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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:20251216T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T214500
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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:20251216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T210000
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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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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:20251214T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T220000
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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=America/New_York:20251214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T210000
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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:20251214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T203000
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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:20251214T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T143000
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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/
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CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T150000
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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:20251213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T173000
DTSTAMP:20251113T131829Z
CREATED: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:20251213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20251210T222219Z
CREATED:20251210T222219Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20251213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T150000
DTSTAMP:20251207T221341Z
CREATED:20251207T221341Z
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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:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T180000
DTSTAMP: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:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T170000
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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:20251212T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T210000
DTSTAMP:20251024T052424Z
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SUMMARY:Hack City Comedy with Mic Nguyen and Jenny Arimoto
DESCRIPTION:Hack City Comedy – Friday\, December 12 – 7:00pm Doors / 7:30pm Show\n\n\nIf having an Asian guy on a comedy show is unusual\, then having two is just overkill. But that’s what the hosts of the Asian Not Asian Podcast\, Jenny Arimoto and Mic Nguyen\, are trying to do with their Hack City comedy show — overkill on the funnies. Join the two as they host one of NYC’s most diverse comedy shows\, featuring comics from HBO\, Comedy Central\, and your Twitter feed. \nHosted by Mic Nguyen and Jenny Arimoto \nWith special guests TBA \n\n\n7:00pm Doors / 7:30pm Show \n$15 GA (mixed seated / standing) \nAges 21+ \n\n\nFAQ\nAll Advance and Door tickets are Mixed Seating and Standing. Seating is limited. \nWhen you arrive\, simply check in at the door by providing the name of the ticket purchaser to claim your Will Call tickets. \nOnly Credit and Tap to Pay are accepted for ticket sales at the door. \nMost other questions answered here.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/hack-city-comedy-with-mic-nguyen-and-jenny-arimoto-10/
LOCATION:Union Hall\, 702 Union St.\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11215\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T203000
DTSTAMP:20251212T010742Z
CREATED:20251128T010734Z
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SUMMARY:A+ Asian Comedy. Asian Stand Up Comedy in NYC's Broadway Theater District.
DESCRIPTION:NYC’s ultimate Asian stand up comedy show. Hilarious comedians as seen on Netflix\, HBO\, Hulu\, and TikTok.\n\n\nA+ Asian Comedy is the ultimate Asian stand up comedy show\, filled with the funniest Asian comedians New York City has to offer. Our comics can be seen on Netflix\, HBO\, and Comedy Central\, but nothing compares to seeing them perform live at the world famous Broadway Comedy Club. Tickets are limited\, so purchase yours now and enjoy the show! \nVenue Policy:  \nA two-drink minimum applies (non-alcoholic options available). \n16 and older
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/a-asian-comedy-asian-stand-up-comedy-in-nycs-broadway-theater-district-14/
LOCATION:318 W 53rd St\, 318 West 53rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T200000
DTSTAMP:20251205T082004Z
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SUMMARY:Music A4: From Indie to Raga
DESCRIPTION:From Indie to Raga is a public event hosted by Devi Majeske\, A4’s 2025 Van Lier Fellow in Music Performance. This event marks the culmination of her fellowship and features a preview of new songs from her upcoming debut album “How You Know You’re Alive.” \nDevi (vocals\, sitar\, guitar) will present four of her original pieces with Siddharth Ashokkumar (Carnatic violin)\, Dhruvin Shah (tabla)\, and August Polite (piano\, guitar). The performance will be followed by a short Q&A and a reception with light refreshments. Audience members are invited to stay\, ask questions\, and engage in conversation about South Asian diasporic music. \nThis program is supported\, in part\, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and The New York Community Trust Van Lier Fellowships. \nAbout Devi Majeske \nDevi Majeske is a Brooklyn-based songwriter\, vocalist\, and sitarist. She began studying Hindustani music in 2019 and has since performed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, Barclays Center\, and Carnegie Music Hall. Alongside her classical work\, Devi writes songs under the name Air Devi\, an indie rock project she started when she was an undergraduate at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Currently Asian American Arts Alliance’s 2025 Van Lier Fellow in Music Performance\, Devi is recording an album exploring how sitar and Hindustani vocal ornamentation can be woven into contemporary genre-defying songwriting. @airdevi.band \nAccessibility: The space does not have an ADA accessible entrance; the entrance is one step from the street. There is one all gender restroom.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/music-a4-from-indie-to-raga/
LOCATION:Salon on Kingston\, 105 Kingston Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11213\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T200000
DTSTAMP:20251205T083745Z
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SUMMARY:Performance Art: Hot Glass Hangout: Cooking with Glass (Peking Duck Edition)
DESCRIPTION:Taste what Peking duck is like when roasted by hot glass! Culinary art like you’ve never seen before! \nThe December 2025 Hot Glass Hangout will feature Chinese-American artist Lena Wang Luo and Taiwanese artist Molmol Kuo. Together\, they will attempt to cook and serve Peking duck with hot glass within 2 hours. Starting with 2150°F molten glass\, Lena will be shaping and blowing glass with the objective of using the end product as a heat source and cooking tool that will encompass the bird. Molmol will be flame working borosilicate glass in order to cook the bird from the inside out. \nBoth Molmol and Lena are artists and educators based in Brooklyn\, NY. Molmol Kuo’s artistic background is in film and electronic art\, and her body of work includes video\, interactive installations\, augmented reality\, software\, wearables\, and sculpture. She serves as artist and director of numerous productions that combine storytelling with art and technology. Lena Wang Luo’s artistic background is in conceptual art and glass. Her practice includes installation\, sculpture\, painting\, and photography. She also co-owns and runs ETA Gallery\, a pop-up gallery based in Brooklyn. \n\nFor those that do not eat meat\, dessert will be a mochi-like rice cake. This will be vegan but NOT gluten-free.\nEverything cooked will be served to the audience until the food runs out.\n\nHot Glass Hangout is a free monthly demo series at UrbanGlass usually featuring their multi-talented team of studio technicians and administrative staff doing what they love to do. \nSee the skills and teamwork that go into shaping molten glass\, meet friendly local artists\, and shop a pop-up Studio Sale featuring beautiful glassware crafted by our community. Soft drinks and snacks are on the house.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/performance-art-hot-glass-hangout-cooking-with-glass-peking-duck-edition/
LOCATION:UrbanGlass Studio\, 647 Fulton St\, Floor 3\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11217\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Food,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T163000
DTSTAMP:20251205T115031Z
CREATED:20251205T115025Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Envision and Map Your Social Change Roles for 2026 with Deepa Iyer
DESCRIPTION:Envision and Map Your Social Change Roles for 2026 with Deepa Iyer \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLooking for tools to strengthen your social change commitments in 2026? Join us for this virtual workshop\, open to all. You’ll leave with a personalized 2026 Role Planner and resources to sustain your social change efforts. \n\nDate: Friday\, December 12th\nTime: 3pm ET/12pm PT (90 minutes)\nPlatform: Zoom (link sent upon registration)\nInvestment: $35\n\n*A portion of the proceeds will be donated towards immigrants rights organizations in the US. \nThis is an interactive live workshop. A recording will not be available. \nThe Social Change Ecosystem Framework (copyright Deepa Iyer\, 2017) is a practical resource for individuals\, organizations\, and networks advancing justice\, solidarity\, and community care. The framework can help us clarify our values and identify the different roles that we can play to support our communities.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/workshop-envision-and-map-your-social-change-roles-for-2026-with-deepa-iyer/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book,Politics,Virtual,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251212T130000
DTSTAMP:20251204T090332Z
CREATED:20251204T090332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T090332Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Domestic Violence in the Asian Community: Pathways to Healing
DESCRIPTION:Let’s talk about how domestic violence affects Asian communities and explore ways to heal together in this online event.\n\n\nUnderstanding Domestic Violence in the Asian Community: Pathways to Healing \nJoin us for an eye-opening online event where we delve into the complexities of domestic violence within the Asian community. Learn about the unique challenges faced by individuals in this community and discover pathways to healing. Our expert speakers will share insights\, resources\, and strategies to empower and support those affected. Let’s come together to raise awareness and foster a safe and inclusive environment for everyone. Don’t miss this important discussion!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/understanding-domestic-violence-in-the-asian-community-pathways-to-healing/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251219
DTSTAMP:20251204T104553Z
CREATED:20251204T091039Z
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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:20251211T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T210000
DTSTAMP:20251205T080501Z
CREATED:20251205T080501Z
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SUMMARY:The Ciba Punch 女拳手打糍粑
DESCRIPTION:Join CAO Collective in punching on sticky rice and making ciba\, in the spirit of queer/feminist rage and love!\n\n\nTime: 7:30pm – 9pm\, Thursday\, December 11\, 2025 \nLocation: Speyer Hall\, Performance Project at University Settlement\, 184 Eldridge St \nThe Ciba Punch 女拳手打糍粑 is a public performance series that invites community members to punch steamed sticky rice into rice cakes. Ciba is a kind of Chinese rice cake that is eaten with brown sugar and other dips. In bringing this food-making process to the public\, we hope to reclaim the feminized labor of cooking in domestic spaces and foster cross-cultural connections and movement building. Spiritual Figures\, led by Julia Santoli\, symbolize queer feminist ancestors and our future selves. They will roam around the punchers to provide sonic\, somatic\, and spiritual guidance. \nIn the spirit of queer/feminist ethics of care\, we invite you to bring your grief\, rage\, love\, and hope — and transform them into food that nourishes our community. Let’s punch! \n \nNotes: \n1) We will send any updates to your email address\, so please make sure to fill out your regular email account. You can DM us on Instagram @caocollective or email caocollective@gmail.com if you have any questions. \n2) Please note that although we try to follow sanitary procedures\, we are not qualified to serve the ciba as food\, and please consume at your own risk. \n3) RSVP is not required but highly encouraged so we can prepare proper amount of sticky rice. You are also welcome to bring steamed/cooked sticky rice as an offering. \n4) To ensure the health and safety of our community\, we require that participants wear a face mask (KN94/95 and higher quality preferred) and use sanitation gloves when punching. We will provide masks and gloves. \n5) Please note that this public program will be photographed and video recorded. \n \nAcknowledgement: This program is funded by the 2025 Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (LMCC) Creative Engagement Grant and received partial support from The Performance Project @University Settlement. \n\n\n\nAbout the artists/organizers \nCAO Collective 离离草 \nCAO Collective creates art to empower relational community healing. Their works investigate systems of discipline\, control\, censorship\, and capitalist extraction and reimagine memory/memorials\, rituals\, intimacy\, and queer/feminist kinship to (re)build sustainable community infrastructures. \n@caocollective / caocollective.com \n \nJulia Santoli \nJulia Santoli is a Vietnamese-American multi-disciplinary artist\, musician\, composer\, and music organizer. Santoli creates immersive and precarious environments with voice\, feedback\, electronics\, and installation. \n@ilotnasailuj / https://www.juliasantoli.net/ \n \nClothing Design by Qile Sun.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-ciba-punch-%e5%a5%b3%e6%8b%b3%e6%89%8b%e6%89%93%e7%b3%8d%e7%b2%91/
LOCATION:Speyer Hall\, 184 Eldridge Street\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T210000
DTSTAMP:20251104T062808Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA x NYAFF Film Club: Totally F***ed Up
DESCRIPTION:Totally F***ed Up by Gregg Araki\, is a raw\, poetic portrait of queer adolescence and alienation in early ’90s Los Angeles\n\n\nMOCA x NYAFF Film Club is a quarterly program celebrating the brilliance and boldness of Asian and Asian American cinema. This series highlights films of historic and cultural significance under the theme Subversion\, spotlighting daring films that challenge the norm\, rewrite narratives\, and push boundaries. \nEach session is more than just a movie night—it’s an opportunity to connect\, discover\, and engage. Following the screening\, join us for a moderated conversation to explore the film’s themes\, creative impact\, and cultural context. Attendees are encouraged to share their thoughts and continue the dialogue during a casual networking reception afterward. \nDon’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in the world of bold cinema and meaningful connections. Let’s watch\, chat\, and celebrate together! \n*This ticketing policy is not intended to create barriers based on financial status but rather to ensure the sustainability of our practice—helping us cover event costs while keeping it accessible and welcoming to all. All registrations are final. Unfortunately\, we are unable to issue refunds under any circumstances at this time. \nDECEMBER SCREENING\nTotally F***ed Up (1993) \nDirected by: Gregg ArakiRuntime: 78 minutes | Rated: Not Rated \nTotally F***ed Up\, written and directed by Gregg Araki\, is a raw\, poetic portrait of queer adolescence and alienation in early ’90s Los Angeles. The first installment of Araki’s “Teenage Apocalypse” trilogy\, the film follows six gay and lesbian teenagers who form a fragile chosen family as they navigate love\, friendship\, and despair in a world that refuses to see them. \nAndy (James Duval) is a vulnerable youth with a James Dean melancholy who believes love doesn’t exist—until he’s swept up by the alluring and more experienced Ian (Alan Boyce). Around them orbit Steven (Gilbert Luna)\, an aspiring filmmaker chronicling their lives; Deric (Lance May)\, Steven’s conflicted boyfriend; Tommy (Roko Belic)\, an easygoing skater; and Patty (Susan Behshid) and Michelle (Jenee Gill)\, a grounded lesbian couple who offer moments of stability within the chaos. Through fragmented vignettes\, confessional interviews\, and Godard-inspired intertitles\, Araki captures the volatility of youth\, the ache of disconnection\, and the will to survive amid systemic rejection. \nPremiering at the 1993 Sundance Film Festival\, Totally F***ed Up became a cornerstone of New Queer Cinema\, establishing Araki as one of its most provocative and visionary voices. Merging punk energy with emotional candor and avant-garde experimentation\, Araki reimagined the American teen movie through a radical queer lens—illuminating the interior lives of young people on the margins and laying the groundwork for a new era of queer independent filmmaking. \nStarring: James Duval\, Susan Behshid\, Jenee Gill\, Gilbert Luna\, Roko Belic \nPOST-FILM CONVERSATION\nStay after the screening for a conversation between MOCA’s Curator Herb Tam and NYAFF’s Executive Director Sam Jamier\, starting at 8:20 PM. Explore the film’s deeper meanings and behind-the-scenes context before engaging in further discussions with fellow attendees over beverages. \n \nABOUT New York Asian Film Festival \nThe New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF) is North America’s premier event showcasing the very best in new Asian cinema. Held annually in July at Film at Lincoln Center and various venues across New York City\, NYAFF is celebrated for its bold\, diverse\, and dynamic programming. \nThe festival highlights a wide spectrum of films—from emerging voices to masterful auteurs—spanning genres such as cutting-edge blockbusters\, independent treasures\, and groundbreaking works. \nAs a vital platform for Asian filmmakers\, NYAFF fosters cross-cultural dialogue and champions the innovation\, creativity\, and richness of Asian storytelling on a global stage.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-x-nyaff-film-club-totally-fed-up/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T104500
DTSTAMP:20251204T101429Z
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SUMMARY:The Affordability Crisis Facing NYC’s Older Adults (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:New York’s affordability crisis has finally begun to get the attention it deserves. But few New Yorkers feel the strain more acutely than the city’s 1.3 million older adults. Over the past decade\, the number of older adults living in poverty has surged by 41 percent across the five boroughs\, and today 18.4 percent of New Yorkers age 65+ live below the poverty line. Even more alarming\, nearly one in five older adults report no income from Social Security at all—and many others are working longer out of necessity\, struggling to keep up with rising costs and insufficient retirement savings. \nThis forum will explore how city efforts to tackle New York’s affordability crisis can ensure that older adults’ unique cost-of-living challenges are front and center. Panelists will discuss the bold policy actions and investments needed to strengthen financial security\, stabilize incomes\, expand access to vital supports\, and reverse the alarming rise in older adult poverty. \nConfirmed speakers include: \n\nQueens Borough President Donovan Richards\nMurad Awawdeh\, New York Immigration Coalition\nGrace Bonilla\, United Way of New York City\nBeth Finkel\, AARP\nWayne Ho\, Chinese-American Planning Council\nAllison Nickerson\, LiveOn NY
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-affordability-crisis-facing-nycs-older-adults/
LOCATION:The Greene Space\, 44 Charlton St\, New York\, NY
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Hybrid,In Person,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T220000
DTSTAMP:20251208T052234Z
CREATED:20251201T052233Z
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SUMMARY:House of Mirrors: How Mis and Disinformation Amplify Imperialist Histories to Shape Asian American Political Participation
DESCRIPTION:How Mis- and Disinformation Amplify Imperialist Histories to Shape Asian American Political Participation in California’s 45th District\n\n\nHouse of Mirrors: How Mis- and Disinformation Amplify Imperialist Histories to Shape Asian American Political Participation in California’s 45th District \nIn many Asian American spaces\, we are witnessing narrative trends that contribute to tensions within\, across\, and about our communities. This research project seeks to more deeply understand these tensions through a case study of the California 45th congressional district (CA-45) where two Asian American candidates ran in 2024 in a race set against the backdrop of imperialism\, war\, trauma\, displacement\, grief\, healing\, identity-building\, identity politics\, electoral power\, and most of all\, our shared desire to be seen as who we are. \nIn 2024\, CA-45 was the most expensive House race in the country. In the recent special election in November 2025\, Californians passed proposition 50 that authorized the temporary redrawing of district boundaries\, including CA-45. It will be one of the most watched House races in 2026. \nAbout the Instructor: Shengxiao Yu\, known by her nickname Sole\, is a speaker\, facilitator\, writer\, and social justice educator. She is the creator of Nectar\, a space where she provides political education for the community through giving keynote speeches\, facilitating workshops\, and providing thought leadership. In 2024\, Sole served as the activist-in-residence at the Asian American Studies Center at the University of California\, Los Angeles. In this capacity\, Sole conducted research to more deeply understand the AAPI electoral landscape and the role of mis- and disinformation. Sole is a writer for the Xin Sheng Project\, a platform combating misinformation in the Chinese diaspora community by publishing in-language\, progressive articles that shift perspectives and build intergenerational power. As a generation 1.5 Asian American\, Sole is also working to build community among her fellow Asian Americans in order to build socio-political power and to lift up her lineage. Sole is inspired by BIPOC activists\, grassroots community leaders\, and all the intersectional movement ancestors who have paved the way.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/house-of-mirrors/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Election,History,Virtual,Webinar
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