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SUMMARY:Riichi Mahjong Learn-and-Play
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our biweekly Riichi learn-and-play event. Beginners and veterans alike are welcome to come out and toss some tiles around! \nNote: We have recently moved to a new location\, 35 West 35th Street\, just one block down from our old location. If you’ve joined us before\, please make sure that you come find us at the correct address! \nJoin the USPML at Sparrow’s Nest Studio for our biweekly “learn and play” meetup! Maybe you’ve seen people playing mahjong in movies like Crazy Rich Asians\, or video games like the Yakuza series or Final Fantasy XIV. Maybe you’re already familiar with the game\, but are looking to grow your skills. This is your chance to jump in\, toss some tiles around\, and see what it’s all about. \nIf you’re a novice\, the first hour or two of the meetup will be our Riichi “Jumpstart” where our teachers will show you the ropes and make sure you’re comfortable getting started. If you’ve only played online or if you’re familiar with other styles of mahjong\, we can give you a quick rules and etiquette primer that will have you ready to play in no time. This meetup is a beginner-friendly and welcoming environment\, and we’re always happy to meet new players. \nInterested in more structured classes and lectures? Check out USPML’s other events – we’re always working on growing our selection of formal classes for both beginners and experienced players\, as well as unique ways to share the strategy and culture of mahjong. You can follow us on Instagram at @uspml or sign up for our newsletter.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/riichi-mahjong-learn-and-play-2/
LOCATION:Sparrow’s Nest Studio\, 35 West 35th Street\, 12th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Games
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SUMMARY:Mid-Autumn Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Mid-Autumn Festival! The event will have lantern-making\, games\, food and more! \nEvent Details:\nLocation: 84 West 197th Street Bronx\, NY 10468\nDate: September 26\, 2026\nTime: 3 PM – 6 PM
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/mid-autumn-festival/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Hong Kong Mahjong and Pickleball
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to join forces with @indoorpickleballx_bk again to bring back mahjong and pickleball at Brooklyn’s newest and largest pro-grade indoor pickleball gym after the amazing turn out and post-follow up demand after our last event. \nWe’re hosting an incredible day of play with three hours of pickleball and mahjong with thirteen air-conditioned courts\, beginner-friendly mahjong tables and lessons\, and a spacious area to meet and connect with other players.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/hong-kong-mahjong-and-pickleball/
LOCATION:Indoor Pickleball X\, 49 Ash St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Games
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T170000
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SUMMARY:2026 Mid-Autumn Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with China Institute of America on Saturday\, September 26\, from 2:00 – 5:00 PM.\n\n\nCelebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival\, one of China’s most beloved traditions\, with an afternoon of performances\, hands-on workshops\, and cultural activities for all ages! From live performances to interactive cultural experiences\, discover the traditions\, artistry\, and festive spirit that have brought families and communities together! \nHighlights: \n🌕 Make Your Own Mooncakes\nLearn the art of crafting snow-skin mooncakes and create a delicious Mid-Autumn treat. \n🐰 Create Rice Dough Sculpture Artworks\nShape your own rice dough sculpture and discover the charm of Chinese folk art. \n🎨 Discover Chinese Art & Creativity \nExperience our Discover China Through Art Workshop (DCTA)\, a family-friendly guided tour of our new exhibition\, China Institute Gallery at 60: 1966-2026\, paired with a creative art project. Then continue your artistic journey with interactive experiences including sugar painting\, lacquer fan art\, facial mask painting\, and more! \n🎶 Celebrate Through Music & Dance\nEnjoy vibrant Chinese dance and traditional Chinese music performances that bring the spirit of the festival to life. \nSchedule:\n1:30 – 2:00 PM: Audience Check-in; sign-up for workshops\n2:00 – 2:05 PM: Opening Remarks\n2:05 – 2:20 PM: Music Performances\n2:20 – 2:30 PM: Dunhuang Dance Performance\n3:00 – 5:00 PM: Workshops\n2:00 – 5:00 PM: Interactive Stations \n🎨 Workshops (first-come\, first-served; sign-up at check-in)\n3:00 – 4:00 PM \n\nChinese Dance\nDiscover China Through Art (I): Gallery Tour + Creative Workshop\nMooncake Making (I)\nRice Dough Sculpture (I)\n\n4:00 – 5:00 PM \n\nDiscover China Through Art (II): Gallery Tour + Creative Workshop\nMooncake Making (II)\nRice Dough Sculpture (II)\n\n💡 Interactive Stations (2:00 – 5:00 PM) \n\nSugar Painting\nMusic Interaction (Chinese Music Instruments)\nArts & Crafts for Kids\nLacquer Fan Art
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/2026-mid-autumn-festival/
LOCATION:China Institute of America\, 100 Washington Street\, New York\, NY\, 10006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Music,Performance
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SUMMARY:KALAGNY Pickleball Outing
DESCRIPTION:The Korean American Lawyers Association of Greater NY (KALAGNY) is excited to announce that we’ll be back for round two at Pickle1! Please join us for two hours of pickleball from 1–3 PM on Saturday\, September 26 at Pickle1 (7 Hanover Square\, Ground Floor). \nWhether you’re a seasoned player or picking up a paddle for the first time\, we’ll have something for everyone. There will be a coach running a friendly doubles tournament on two courts\, plus a third court open for casual open play so you can compete or just rally with friends. Beverages and a pizza included! \nThe cost is $10 per player. To register\, please sign up at kalagny.org/events.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/kalagny-pickleball-outing/
LOCATION:Pickle1\, 7 Hanover Square\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sports
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SUMMARY:NYC Mid-Autumn Fest 2026
DESCRIPTION:NYC Mid-Autumn Fest 2026 is a day-long (12PM-12AM!) celebration of the Harvest Moon holiday showcasing Asian-American-made creativity. \nExperience live music\, DJs\, dance\, theater\, a breakdance battle\, Open Frequencies DJ decks\, incredible food & drinks\, our artist marketplace\, carnival games\, immersive art + so much more—all powered by an amazing community of Asian American artists\, performers\, makers\, small businesses\, and collaborators. \n​All festival profits will be donated to AALDEF\, the Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/nyc-mid-autumn-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Planet X Studios\, 180 Maspeth Aveneue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Arts and Cultural Programs,Dance,Festival,Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T160000
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SUMMARY:2026 Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Our biggest event of the year is back this September!🏮✨🥮🐇 \nHeld annually at Kissena Corridor Park in Flushing\, near Silent Springs Playground\, the Fall Festival brings thousands of Queens residents and New Yorkers together for a free day of culture\, community\, and fun. ✨ \n🎭 Enjoy cultural performances\n🎨 Family-friendly activities\n🥟 Food & local vendors\n🤝 Community resources\n📸 Plenty of fall memories! \n📅 Saturday\, September 26\n⏰ 12:00 PM–4:00 PM\n📍 Kissena Corridor Park\, Flushing \nBring your family and friends 🧡 \n🎟️ Free admission — everyone is welcome!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/2026-fall-festival/
LOCATION:Kissena Corridor Park\, 47-67 Colden St.\, Flushing\, NY\, 11355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T170000
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SUMMARY:MOCA’s Mid-Autumn (中秋节) Family Festival
DESCRIPTION:Mooncakes\, lanterns\, and sweet reunions abound at MOCA’s Mid-Autumn (中秋节) Family Festival! Join us for crafts\, shadow puppets\, music\, games\, and more as we come together to celebrate this traditional holiday. \nTwo sessions! Get your tickets for either the morning (10 AM – 1 PM) or afternoon (2 PM – 5 PM). Check back shortly for the full event schedule! \nTickets: $10/person. Kids 5 and under and MOCA Family Members free. Free tickets for kids 5 and under available as an add-on option to your ticket purchase. MOCA Family Members\, please use your code to access free tickets. Limited free tickets for Culture Pass and Cool Culture families. Sign up through the Culture Pass website or contact Cool Culture for your access code. \nTickets may be purchased at the door on the day of the event\, starting at 10:30 AM for the morning session and 2:30 PM for the afternoon session\, if capacity allows. \nFESTIVAL SCHEDULE\nPerformances\, Workshops & Activities\nMoonlit Melodies with Musician Wei Sun*\nJoin musician Wei Sun in learning about one of the world’s oldest string instruments\, the guzheng (古筝). Enjoy a live performance inspired by the beauty of the season’s harvest moon. \nAbout Wei Sun\nWei Sun is an acclaimed guzheng artist from China who was born into a family of musicians and started her guzheng journey at the age of 6. She is a certified senior teacher of guzheng\, a member of the China National Instrumental Association and the International Guzheng Association. In 2016\, she came to the United States as a guzheng performer and teacher at the CBA Cultural and Arts Center. \nChinese Theatre Works Presents Tiger Tales Shadow Puppet Performance*\nDuring the Mid-Autumn Festival\, shadow puppetry is especially popular because the full moon acts as a natural light source for performances. Join Chinese Theatre Works as they bring to life an enchanting tale where a wise old rabbit recounts stories from her eventful life to her young granddaughter– including how she came to be the Prime Minister to Tiger\, the ever-hungry jungle king. All ages. \nAbout Chinese Theatre Works\nChinese Theatre Works (CTW) has a long history of bringing traditional and innovative\, contemporary Chinese performing arts to local New York City\, national and international audiences. The company has won the highest honor in U.S. puppetry\, a Citation of Excellence from UNIMA-USA\, for their show Toy Theater Peony Pavilion. They have also been featured at festivals and conferences across the world from Puppet Power in Calgary\, Canada and the Seattle International Children’s Theatre Festival to the DALA Festival (Seoul\, South Korea) and the Taipei Children’s Theater Association’s Festival (Taiwan). \nMOCAKIDS Author Meet & Greet with Michele Wong McSween\nBe among the first to celebrate the newest Gordon & Li Li bilingual book\, Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival! Join author Michele Wong McSween for an interactive bilingual adventure featuring storytelling\, a fun introduction to Mandarin\, and hands-on activities. Children and families will discover the legendary story of Hou Yi\, Cháng’é\, and the Jade Rabbit while exploring the traditions\, special foods\, and joy of celebrating under the bright full moon. Books and plushies will be available for purchase\, and a book signing with Michele will follow the reading. Best for families with children ages 3-8. Younger and older siblings welcome! \nAbout Michele\nMichele Wong McSween\, a former fashion designer\, mom\, and author of Gordon & Li Li\, began a journey to reconnect with her Chinese heritage as a fourth-generation Chinese-American. Inspired by her children\, Michele enrolled them in Mandarin classes to foster a sense of cultural identity. While seeking simple and engaging Mandarin learning materials for non-Chinese speaking families\, she discovered a lack of resources and was inspired to fill that gap. This led her to create Gordon & Li Li\, a bilingual book series that makes learning Mandarin approachable and fun. Michele is deeply committed to representing multicultural families and fostering a connection to Chinese culture through language. \nSnowy Skin Mooncake Making with Auntie Lin**\nSharing mooncakes with friends and family is a beloved Mid-Autumn tradition. Join Auntie Lin as she shows us how to make special snowy skin mooncakes. Discover the ingredients inside mooncakes and the molds used to make them\, and then eat a no-bake mooncake that you make yourself! \nMunching on Mooncakes: Mooncake Tasting Station** \nTry delectable slices of traditional mooncakes courtesy of Po Wing Hong Food Marketand Fay Da Bakery. \nShoot for the Moon Scavenger Hunt \nJoin a MOCA educator in following clues high and low to spot twinkling full moons and shimmering stars in the museum exhibits! Practice your archery like Hou Yi to protect the galleries! \nMOCAKIDS Storytime: To the Moon and Back!\nDid you know that a goddess\, rabbit\, and woodcutter all live on the moon? Join MOCA Educator Nancy in learning all about enchanting Chang’E and the timeless traditions of the Moon Festival. \nMid-Autumn Games \n\nHou Yi’s Sun Toss: Be a hero like Hou Yi! Toss bean bags to shoot down nine of the ten suns and save the Earth from drought!\nTIMBER! Wu Gang Wood Cutting Challenge: Chinese legend says that a Man on the Moon is trying to cut down a tree that magically regrows after each ax stroke. Test your aim and your tree-cutting skills with a MOCA original game… Can you succeed where Wu Gang couldn’t?\nBo Bing: Roll the dice and celebrate the moon! During the Mid-Autumn Festival in southern China\, families and friends gather to play bo bing — a lively dice game that’s all about luck\, laughter\, and togetherness. Take turns rolling the dice to win special prizes.\nMooncake Matching\n\nHarvest Moon Picnic\nThe full harvest moon symbolizes family reunion and coming together. Gather around the blanket for a make-believe harvest moon picnic! Learn about the foods that families share as they gaze at the moon and give thanks for the year’s harvest. Add your own favorite treat to our community picnic using scratch art and a little imagination. \nMid-Autumn Memories Photo Corner\nSoak up the limelight (or moonlight!) at our Mid-Autumn photo corner. Strike a pose with moon Goddess Chang’E\, skilled archer Hou Yi\, 玉兔 Yùtù the Jade Rabbit\, and special moon themed props. \nDrop-In Arts & Crafts\nPowerful Potions\nPrepare your own version of the magical elixir that lifted Chang’E from the earth to the moon! Grind salt and colorful chalk to create sparkling\, colorful sand. Then\, use it to fill a potion bottle and stir up some Mid-Autumn magic. \nMoonlight Magic Wands\nDesign your own sparkling moon wand to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival. Fill it with shimmering sequins and watch it catch light like the moon in the night sky. \nMid-Autumn Moonscapes\nUsing markers\, foil\, and a splash of water\, make your own Mid-Autumn moonscape to celebrate the season’s fullest\, brightest moon! Experiment with color and texture to capture the moon’s changing beauty through the seasons. \nSpectacular Shadow Stories\nConstruct and decorate shadow puppets of the Jade Rabbit and Moon Goddess Chang’E\, using acetate\, paper fasteners\, markers\, and more! When you finish your creation\, head to MOCA’s shadow puppet theater to stage an original performance! \nArtmaking with Teaching Artist Yu Rong  \n*Space is limited. \n**While supplies last.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/mocas-mid-autumn-%e4%b8%ad%e7%a7%8b%e8%8a%82-family-festival/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA)\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts,Arts and Cultural Programs,Family Day,Festival,Games,Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T130000
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SUMMARY:KCS Community Health & Wellness Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Community Health & Wellness Fair on September 26\, 2026\, from 10 AM–1 PM! 🌟 \nEnjoy free health screenings\, educational workshops\, wellness activities\, games\, and other fun activities for the whole community. Meet representatives from various community organizations who will be tabling and providing health and wellness resources\, information\, giveaways\, and more. \nWorkshops will be held from 11 AM–12 PM\, with walk-ins welcome and appointments available by QR code.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/kcs-community-health-wellness-fair/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church\, 38-24 149th St.\, Flushing\, NY\, 11354\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T120000
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SUMMARY:Kumulipo Workshop
DESCRIPTION:🌺 KUMULIPO WORKSHOP 🌺\nFree to the public through sponsorship by Hālāwai\nJoin us in NYC for a rare and intimate gathering with Kumu Mehanaokala Hind — Native Hawaiian cultural practitioner\, scholar\, and Kumu Hula — as she guides us through the language\, cosmology\, and cultural significance of the Kumulipo\, the epic Hawaiian creation chant. \n✨ What you’ll leave with:\n🐚 Trace Hawaiʻi’s pre-contact history through the Kumulipo’s 16 wā\, from pō to ao\n🌊 Understand its bio-cultural pairings of ocean and land life\n🎶 Learn proper breath\, tone\, and vocal technique for oli\n🗣️ Chant a section of the Kumulipo by workshop’s end \nWhether you’re new to oli or deepening an existing practice\, this is a chance to learn directly from one of Hawaiʻi’s most respected cultural voices. \n📅 September 26\, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n📍 La MaMa 47 Great Jones Street\, New York\, NY 10012 \nOpen to Kanaka Maoli\, hula people\, Indigenous and Native peoples\, scholars\, poets\, vocalists\, designers\, and anyone who aloha Hawaiʻi 💛
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/kumulipo-workshop/
LOCATION:La Mama\, 47 Great Jones St.\, New York\, NY\, 10012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Workshop
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
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SUMMARY:Kinding Sindaw
DESCRIPTION:Join us and @lamamaetc for an interactive and educational event made for you and the family on September 26 (2PM) and 27 (12PM)! Learn the T’boli and indigenous traditions of planting\, harvesting\, music\, and dance. \nChildren learn how rhythm\, music\, and ritual dances tell the story of planting and harvesting rice. Through movements inspired by farming activities\, they build coordination\, teamwork\, and confidence. Participants combine music and dance in an ensemble performance while exploring the values of community\, celebration\, and gratitude. The workshop also highlights the importance of preserving living traditions and cultural heritage. \nKinding Sindaw was founded in 1992 by Potri Ranka Manis\, Kinding Sindaw is an NYC-based\, AANHPI / BIPOC-led non-profit preserving the southern Philippines’ living traditions. Through dance\, storytelling\, kulintang music\, and silat\, they counter cultural appropriation. Their nationwide programs serve the Bangsamoro diaspora\, promoting wellness\, education\, and heritage across all generations.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/kinding-sindaw/
LOCATION:La Mama – Community Arts Space\, 66 East 4th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260904T221749Z
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SUMMARY:Brooklyn Book Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come see us at @bkbookfest! 📚✨\nSaturday September 26th @ 11 AM join authors and illustrators @laborofloaf\, @stephstilwell\, @tinamcho\, and @cindysykang in creating Fantastical Floating Food Sculptures! Unleash your creativity and make a mobile using yummy treats as inspiration. (And the event is free!) \nTaking place in the Workshop Room @ Brooklyn Borough Hall\, 209 Joralemon Street. With a book signing to follow\, where you can get your own copy of Bread is Love\, The Kimchi Fridge\, and Slice of Nice. 🥖🥬🍕 Hope to see you there! \nDate: Saturday\, September 26\, 11:00 AM\nLocation: Workshop Room @ Brooklyn Borough Hall\, 209 Joralemon Street\, Brooklyn\, NY
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/brooklyn-book-festival/
LOCATION:Workshop Room\, 209 Joralemon St.\, Booklyn\, NY
CATEGORIES:Book,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T203000
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SUMMARY:Hina Oikawa Short Songs: Voices of a Hundred Poets
DESCRIPTION:Hina Oikawa Short Songs returns to Queens for a multisensory evening where a 10-piece jazz ensemble — horns\, rhythm section\, and vocals — performs in real-time dialogue with live visual art. The program features music from Hina Oikawa’s debut album\, Short Songs\, a large ensemble project that fuses improvised jazz with tanka\, the traditional Japanese poetic form\, alongside a new piece from the project’s next chapter\, Voices of a Hundred Poets\, inspired by the Ogura Hyakunin Isshu\, a classical anthology of one hundred waka poems. Oikawa was recently honored by the International Alliance for Women in Music for her tanka-inspired composition “Manhattan\,” also featured on the album. \nFriday\, September 25\, 7:00–8:30 PM at LeFrak Concert Hall\, Queens College. Free admission\, reservation required. \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rtG9MPhBMQ
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/hina-oikawa-short-songs-voices-of-a-hundred-poets/
LOCATION:Lefrak Concert Hall\, 153-49 Reeves Ave.\, Flushing\, NY\, 11367\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T203000
DTSTAMP:20260903T093718Z
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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\nAfter four years of sold-out shows\, we’re kicking off 2026 with a killer lineup and fresh programming. \nGET YOUR TICKETS NOW! \nLaughing Lassi is New York City’s premier South Asian stand-up comedy show\, featuring the best Desi and Indian-American comedians from NYC and beyond. \nAs featured in TimeOut NYC\, The New Yorker\, and India Tribune\, this monthly comedy event has become a must-see cultural experience\, a place where laughter meets identity\, storytelling\, and community. \nWhether you’re South Asian or simply love smart\, diverse humor\, Laughing Lassi promises a night of non-stop laughter and unforgettable energy. Each lineup features top comedians who have performed on Comedy Central\, Netflix\, and major festivals around the world. \n📅 When: Doors open at 6:15 PM | Show starts 7:00 PM sharp (no “Brown Time” here!)\n📍 Where: Midtown Manhattan – Convenient NYC location\n🍸 Venue Policy: 2-drink minimum (alcoholic & non-alcoholic options available) \nJoin hundreds of fans who’ve made Laughing Lassi a monthly tradition for celebrating South Asian talent and NYC comedy. \nThe show is in English\, welcoming audiences of all backgrounds. Perfect for a night out with friends\, family\, or coworkers. \n🎟️ Tickets: Shows sell out fast\, grab yours now!\n💬 Follow Us: IG @LaughingLassi | Medium @LaughingLassi | TikTok @LaughingLassi \n🚨 Important Information\nLineups are subject to change due to last-minute cancellations.\nTickets cover the main show (7:00 PM – 8:30 PM)\, not your drinks.\nRefunds available up to 24 hours before the event; no refunds on the day of or after the show as we have limited seating. \nJoin us at Laughing Lassi to celebrate South Asian talent and experience a comedy show like no other. Don’t miss your chance to be part of NYC’s most talked-about South Asian comedy event. \n\n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/laughing-lassi-the-1-south-asian-stand-up-comedy-show-in-new-york-city-13/
LOCATION:Broadway Comedy Club\, 318 West 53rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T203000
DTSTAMP:20260810T005629Z
CREATED:20260810T005629Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA PERFORMS – Wonggongchang Mega Explosive
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Chinese in America proudly presents Wonggongchang Mega Explosive\, the second full-length album by Taiwanese composer\, electronic musician\, and producer Calvin Kaiˇ-Weiˉ Chang\, a.k.a Kaiwei. \nSet for 2026 release under AAPI artist collective Choaspace\, Wonggongchang Mega Explosive is a ten-track sonic narrative and song cycle centered on one of the deadliest man-made disasters in Chinese history: the 1626 Tianqi Explosion\, with over 20\,000 casualties. Drawing from ancient Chinese classical texts and historical documentations\, each piece reimagines anecdotal episodes from the event\, unfolding in a format influenced by anthological drama\, film and video game soundtracks. Through a contemporary lens\, the work integrates found sounds\, text-to-speech\, and Y2K-influenced sonic cues for explorations of artificiality\, emotional detachment\, and modern desensitization to large-scale violence in the age of information overload. \nAccompanied by live Mandarin narration\, texts\, and animations drawn by Taiwanese graphic artist Nancy Hsiaowen Hu\, the performance invites audiences to experience history\, through modern perspectives\, as a living\, resonant field shaped by sound\, story\, and interpretation. \nABOUT Tianqi Explosion \n\nThe Wanggongchang Explosion (also known as the Tianqi Explosion) was a catastrophic disaster that occurred on May 30\, 1626\, in Beijing during the late Ming Dynasty. Centered at a major gunpowder factory and armory\, the blast destroyed a large area of the city and reportedly killed around 20\,000 people. \nContemporary accounts describe a sudden rumbling sound\, followed by a massive explosion that flattened buildings within a radius of about 2 kilometers\, sent debris flying across the city\, and was felt over 150 kilometers away. \nThe exact cause of the explosion remains unknown. While many believe it was an accidental gunpowder detonation\, other theories—including a meteor airburst or natural gas explosion—have been proposed\, with no definitive consensus. \nBeyond the immediate destruction\, the disaster had major political and cultural consequences. It was widely interpreted at the time as a form of divine punishment\, weakening confidence in the Tianqi Emperor and further destabilizing the already declining Ming Dynasty. \n\nABOUT Calvin Kaiˇ-Weiˉ Chang \n\nKaiwei is the progressive electronic music project of Calvin Kaiˇ-Weiˉ Chang\, a NY-based Taiwanese electronic musician\, composer\, multi-instrumentalist and producer. Active in both NY and East Asia’s contemporary music scenes\, Chang’s style blends Industrial\, Noise\, Ambient\, Dance and Pop\, often explored through experimental techniques\, diverse composition methods\, and innovative forms. Chang’s works often combine a broad range of improvisational vocabularies with non-traditional post-production\, songwriting\, and sound design approaches. Chang composed for director Ichen Wang’s 2022 stage play\, “Dress In Code”. His debut LP\, “Reprocessor” (“darkly invigorating\, glitchy soundscapes\, touting a dynamic range from unsettling spaciousness to dexterous rhythmic haunts\, at times resembling a cross of Burial and Oneohtrix Point Never” – Obscure Sound 2024) was released under Long Echo Records\, 2023. Chang was a 2024 Found Sound Nation – OneBeat Taiwan fellow\, and was most recently a recipient of Taiwan’s National Cultures & Arts Foundation Grant for his production for composer Chloe Yuchun Hu’s 2025 record\, “The Impermanence Of Permanence”. His second LP\, Wonggongchang Mega Explosive\, is due for 2026 release under AAPI artist collective\, Choaspace.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-performs-wonggongchang-mega-explosive/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA)\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T213000
DTSTAMP:20260903T002028Z
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SUMMARY:Modern Mooncake Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Mooncakes have been bringing families together for centuries — shared over tea\, under the full moon\, at the center of Mid-Autumn Festival. We’re putting our own spin on tradition with a light\, buttery shortbread crust and a decadent white lotus paste filling. \nCome make a batch of your own\, and take a little bit of the celebration home with you. \n*The lotus paste contains peanut oil.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/modern-mooncake-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Kitsby\, 393 Broadway\, 5th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260918T205227Z
CREATED:20260918T003810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T205227Z
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SUMMARY:Japan Village Night Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our last Night Market of the year🎤🍻 \nCome hang out with us at Japan Village for a night of live performances\, good food\, Japanese drinks\, beer\, and more. Bring your friends\, grab a bite\, have a drink\, and hang out with us for the night! \n📍Japan Village Courtyard\n🎟️ Free Entry
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/japan-village-night-market-3/
LOCATION:Japan Village\, 934 3rd Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Night Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T183000
DTSTAMP:20260910T192118Z
CREATED:20260910T192118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T192118Z
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SUMMARY:Meet & Greet: Misako Rocks!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the release of Double Trouble: Lost in Japan and How to Draw Kawaii Manga PETS by Misako Rocks! with a meet & greet event at Kinokuniya New York! Get your copies of these exciting new releases and have them autographed by the author! There will also be an author talk followed by a fun manga drawing tutorial\, so be sure not to miss this special event. While you’re there\, don’t forget to check out the rest of the Bounce Back series\, too! \n*Please note book purchase is required to receive autograph // Available while supplies last
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/meet-greet-misako-rocks/
LOCATION:Kinokuniya\, 1073 6th Ave.\, New York\, NY\, 10018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anime,Book
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260820T050636Z
CREATED:20260820T050217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T050636Z
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SUMMARY:Authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony at K. Minamoto
DESCRIPTION:Experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony\, enjoy freshly prepared matcha\, and savor a seasonal Japanese treat at K. Minamoto NYC. \n\n\nExperience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony at K. Minamoto New York 5th Avenue store. \nOur tea master will demonstrate the traditional way of preparing and serving matcha while explaining the meaning and philosophy behind each step. \nWhether you are new to Japanese tea ceremonies or already familiar with matcha culture\, this experience offers a relaxing and memorable moment in the heart of New York City. \nEach participant will enjoy:\n• A cup of freshly prepared Matcha\n• One piece of seasonal Japanese confectionery: \nLocation:\nK. Minamoto New York 5th Avenue\n604 5th Avenue\, New York\, NY 10020 \nDate:\nFriday\, Sep 25th 2026 \nTime Slots:\n12:00 PM\n1:00 PM\n2:00 PM\n3:00 PM\n(Approximately 40 minutes per session) \nFee:\n$30 per person\n(Includes matcha and confectionery) \nNon-refundable\nReservation Required
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/authentic-japanese-tea-ceremony-at-k-minamoto/
LOCATION:K. Minamoto\, 604 5th Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260918T204411Z
CREATED:20260918T204411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T204411Z
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SUMMARY:KOBA Korean BBQ Free Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Lunch is on us\, FiDi! 🥢🌕 \nJoin KOBA Korean BBQ for FREE LUNCH as we celebrate Chuseok — the Korean Harvest Festival! \nWe’re celebrating with gratitude\, good food\, and our downtown community. Whether you’re a longtime regular or visiting for the first time\, we’d love to welcome you. ❤️ \n📅 Friday\, September 25\, 2026
🕛 12 PM–2 PM
📍 KOBA Korean BBQ
136 William St.
New York\, NY 10038 \nBring your coworkers\, bring a friend\, and celebrate with us! \nWhile supplies last. Limit one per customer. In-store only. William Street location only.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/koba-korean-bbq-free-lunch/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Food
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260912T021159Z
CREATED:20260912T021159Z
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SUMMARY:HOME: Kinetic Roots
DESCRIPTION:About the Work  \nHome is not a fixed place\, but a space that continues to be created through the time and memories we have lived through\, and through the relationships we form with the people we meet along the way. \nBodies and sounds originating from different places and times follow the sensations of movement and memory\, departure and staying. \nBody and object\, music and poetry look at the same journey through different languages. \nThrough beings who move with memories of the past\, form relationships in unfamiliar spaces\, stay for a while\, and then leave again\, the work asks questions about the places where we stay and the relationships we create. \nPART 1. \nThe Body of the Past \nThe body exists in the present while carrying traces of time already lived. Images and objects call up the past; the body walks\, looks\, repeats and transforms\, moving between past and present. \nPART 2. \nHome in Relation \nDifferent bodies and sounds enter an emptied space. Poetry\, music and movement respond to one another\, creating temporary relationships and\, for a moment\, a home. \nSeptember 25 – 26\, 2026 at 7:30 PM
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/home-kinetic-roots/
LOCATION:Fridman Gallery\, 169 Bowery\, New York\, NY\, 10002
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260912T015649Z
CREATED:20260912T015649Z
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SUMMARY:Yunie’s Magical Adventure: A Musical Dreamscape for the Whole Family
DESCRIPTION:Yunie’s Magical Adventure is an imaginative family music theater production that brings beloved Korean children’s songs and traditional games to life through storytelling\, multimedia\, and the vibrant sounds of both Western classical and Korean traditional music. \nThe story follows Yunie\, a curious young girl who discovers a magical world when tofu and bean sprouts suddenly come to life and become her new friends. Together\, they set off on a joyful adventure filled with music\, play\, friendship\, and unexpected discoveries. \nFeaturing a live chamber orchestra\, interactive games\, colorful visuals\, and engaging storytelling\, the performance invites children and families to experience some of Korea’s most beloved traditional games\, including Kkomaya Kkomaya (Little Child)\, Mugunghwa Flower Has Bloomed (Korean Red Light\, Green Light)\, Dong Dong Dongdaemun (Gate Game)\, Toad\, Toad (Sandcastle Game)\, Hide-and-Seek\, and Ganggangsullae (Circle Dance). \nThrough music\, movement\, and imaginative play\, Yunie’s Magical Adventure offers children and families a joyful introduction to Korean culture while exploring universal themes of family\, friendship\, imagination\, and belonging. \nTimed around Chuseok\, one of Korea’s most important traditional holidays\, the performance also celebrates the spirit of togetherness and shared memories that make the season especially meaningful for families. \n\nFriday\, September 25\, 2026 at 6PM\nSaturday\, September 26\, 2026 at 4PM\n\n\nGreat for families with children of all ages! \nAdmission: FREE (Pre-registration is Required) \n* RSVP and seating are on a first-come\, first-served basis.\n* Limited same-day standby tickets will be available.\n* Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/yunies-magical-adventure-a-musical-dreamscape-for-the-whole-family/
LOCATION:Korean Cultural Center New York\, 122 East 32nd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260828T014150Z
CREATED:20260828T014150Z
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SUMMARY:icchā by Barkha Patel Dance Co.
DESCRIPTION:icchā is an interdisciplinary solo kathak work by barkha patel dance co\, presented by Tribeca Performing Arts Center. \nicchā weaves original music\, film\, and set design with the Gujarati folk form garba to explore a question that many carry quietly: who do we hold within us\, and what do we owe them? \nIn Hindu philosophy\, vasanas (unfulfilled longings) are believed to survive the body and pass through bloodlines as living desire\, or icchā. In this work\, barkha is visited by her maternal ancestors in a dream\, women shaped by survival\, loss\, intimacy\, and the denial of dance and embodied selfhood. She becomes the vessel to express what they could not. \nIt’s a rare\, embodied meditation on matrilineal memory that honors the women whose stories often go unrecorded and untold. It reclaims dance and the body as sites of cultural inheritance\, at a moment when many South Asian diaspora communities are actively reckoning with what’s been lost and what’s worth reclaiming. It also offers a shared language\, ancestral reverence\, for audiences to process their own family histories together.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/iccha-by-barkha-patel-dance-co/
LOCATION:Tribeca Performing Arts Center\, 199 Chambers St.\, New York\, NY\, 10007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260918T215706Z
CREATED:20260918T215703Z
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SUMMARY:Voices Rising: Korean Diaspora Voices in Performance
DESCRIPTION:Park Avenue Armory’s Making Space public programming series partners with the Serica Initiative and WNET’s ALL ARTS for Voices Rising: Korean Diaspora Voices in Performance. The latest in a series of conversations by Serica and ALL ARTS\, this evening convenes company members from Simon Stone’s Korean language adaptation of Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard and others to reflect on how Korean and Korean American diasporas have shaped the evolution of Asian American theater\, dance\, music\, and performance. The program considers how Korean artists are influencing US culture\, from the global reach of K-pop and K-drama\, to the vitality of the contemporary stage\, while carrying forward deep artistic traditions through two panel conversations and two live performances by Korean and Korean American artists. Participants include The Cherry Orchard producer Min K. Shin and actor Nam Yun-ho\, Netflix’s XO\, Kitty actor Joshua Hyunho Lee\, violinist Kristin Lee\, ABT ballerina Hee Seo\, operatic performer Jasmine Rice LaBeija\, and moderators Panney Wei and Kyung Yoon. \nPresented in partnership with the Serica Initiative \nSchedule \nPanel I: The Cherry Orchard and the Korean Diaspora in Theater & Performing Arts \nThe evening begins with an opening operatic performance by Jasmine Rice LaBeija\, followed by welcome remarks from The Serica Initiative and ALL ARTS. \nFeaturing producer Min K. Shin and actor Nam Yun-ho\, moderated by Kyung Yoon\, this conversation uses The Cherry Orchard as a starting point for a wider discussion of Korean artists and performing arts across cultures and borders. \nThe panel explores the production itself\, international artistic collaboration\, Korean theater and performing arts\, and the experiences of artists and creative leaders whose work moves between Korea and international stages. \nPanel II: The Wider Global Impact of Korean Diasporic Arts & Culture \nThe second half of this event opens with a violin performance by Kristin Lee. \nModerated by Panney Wei and featuring Hee Seo\, Kristin Lee\, and Joshua Hyunho Lee\, the second panel expands the conversation across movies\, television\, music and dance. \nThe discussion will consider the wider global impact of Korean diasporic arts and culture and how Korean artists are influencing US culture—from the global reach of K-pop and K-drama to contemporary performance—while carrying forward deep artistic traditions.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/voices-rising-korean-diaspora-voices-in-performance-2/
LOCATION:Park Avenue Armory\, 643 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260812T040305Z
CREATED:20260812T040305Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Mackenzie Reed and Katie Jung
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate I Hope This Email Finds You in Hell and You’re the One That I Haunt\, we’re hosting a BK event with Mackenzie Reed and Katie Jung. \nThere will be a book signing to follow. This is a ticketed event that includes a paperback copy of either Mackenzie’s I Hope This Email Finds You in Hell or Katie’s You’re the One That I Haunt. \nCan’t attend the event? Signed books from Mackenzie and Katie will be available for Brooklyn pick-up and shipping here. Must order by September 17. \nAbout I Hope This Email Finds You in Hell: \nWhen staying late at the office leads to witnessing an exorcism\, Brie Benson’s mundane life takes a hellish turn…literally. \nAfter her parents’ death\, twenty-seven-year-old Brie has mastered the art of compartmentalization to survive her mind-numbing routine as a receptionist at a life insurance company. But when she accidentally catches her hot\, uptight boss\, Luke\, performing an exorcism on Debra from accounting\, her carefully ordered world implodes. \nSwearing Brie to secrecy\, Luke reveals he’s from a line of demon hunters and that demonic activity is spiking. But when her emotional support coworker vanishes\, Brie is determined to find her. With nothing left to lose\, she convinces Luke to let her join his rescue mission. \nThe problem? Their destination is hell. And the entrance is in Times Square. \nNow Brie and Luke must navigate a corporate underworld of monsters and bureaucratic nightmares while racing to save their colleague and repair a tearing veil between worlds. All before their growing feelings become irrelevant and hell claims them forever. \nAbout Mackenzie Reed: \nMackenzie Reed is the author of two young adult novels\, The Rosewood Hunt and The Wilde Trials. She cultivated her love of storytelling at Nazareth College\, where she graduated with a BA in communication and media. A native of upstate New York\, she can usually be found spending time with her family\, trying to outwalk her plot holes\, and living out her authorly dream of writing in local cafes. I Hope This Email Finds You in Hellis her first adult novel. \nAbout You’re the One That I Haunt: \nTo save her best friend and lifelong crush from his family’s deadly curse\, Libby must team up with (and try not to catch feelings for) a handsome ghost only she can see \nLibby Lakoski has two major problems. First\, she’s secretly in love with her best friend\, Carter Coldwell\, and second\, he’s marrying someone else. Carter’s the only person who has ever made Libby feel chosen\, and sure\, his fiancee is a British diamond heiress\, but Carter and Libby have years of shared history and longing looks between them. Not to mention\, Libby is the only person Carter trusted enough to tell about the dark magic that plagues his family. \nBut then a third and related problem presents itself—or\, himself. Trip Coldwell is Carter’s handsome\, smart\, flirtatious cousin who also happens to be… a ghost. Trip’s “unfinished business” is to break the Coldwell curse\, but the solution hinges on Libby encouraging Carter to allow his wedding to proceed. Unfortunately\, Libby is the only person who can see Trip\, and her objective is the exact opposite. Can Libby put aside her pining for Carter and work with his hot and not-quite-living cousin to save both men? \nAs they follow a trail of clues across New York City\, Libby finds herself questioning just how much Carter reciprocated her friendship\, feeling perplexed by a growing attraction to Trip\, and fantasizing about actually touching him. With the countdown to the wedding in full swing\, Libby must choose between saving the Coldwells and holding tight to her own happily ever after. \nAbout Katie Jung: \nKatie Jung writes romance about the messy parts of being human\, and what it means to define our own happily-ever-afters. She lives in upstate New York with her husband and three children. You’re the One That I Haunt is her debut novel.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/author-event-mackenzie-reed-and-katie-jung/
LOCATION:The Ripped Bodice\, 218 5th Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,In Person
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260810T004950Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA x NYAFF Film Club: Yellow Rose
DESCRIPTION:MOCA 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 Margin\, 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. This year’s screenings are scheduled for May 7\, June 11\, September 24\, and December 10. 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! \nYellow Rose (2019)\nDirected by: Diane Paragas\nRuntime: 94 minutes \nYellow Rose is a coming-of-age musical drama that follows Rose Garcia\, a Filipina teenager growing up undocumented in a small Texas town. When her mother is detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)\, Rose is forced to navigate an uncertain future while pursuing her dream of becoming a country music singer. Starring Eva Noblezada in her feature film debut alongside Lea Salonga\, the film explores identity\, belonging\, resilience\, and the pursuit of the American dream through the unexpected lens of country music. \nPremiering at the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival in 2019\, Yellow Rose received widespread critical acclaim and became one of the first Filipino American films to receive a wide theatrical release from a major Hollywood studio. Balancing intimate storytelling with timely social issues\, the film offers a deeply human portrait of the undocumented immigrant experience while celebrating the power of music to provide hope\, community\, and self-expression. \nStarring: Eva Noblezada\, Dale Watson\, Princess Punzalan\, Lea Salonga \nStay after the screening for a conversation between MOCA’s Curator and NYAFF’s Programmer\, starting around 8:10 PM. Explore the film’s deeper meanings and behind-the-scenes context before engaging in further discussions with fellow attendees over beverages.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-x-nyaff-film-club-yellow-rose/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA)\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Film
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SUMMARY:Koreatown\, NYC: The Consumption of a Transnational Brand
DESCRIPTION:In the past decade\, Korean entertainment has gained global recognition\, with Korean movies and TV shows winning Oscars and Emmys\, and K-Pop groups becoming wildly popular. In Manhattan\, Koreatown has become a popular destination for both locals and tourists\, drawing them in with its bars\, restaurants\, and day spas. Jinwon Kim argues that Manhattan’s Koreatown has become a new type of ethnic enclave\, what she dubs a “transclave.” This commercialized ethnic space exists solely for consumption\, leisure\, and entertainment\, and has been shaped by South Korea’s nation-branding strategy\, new economic and cultural strategies\, patterns in Korean migration\, and shifts in tourism and urban policies in New York City. Kim posits that for many consumers in Koreatown\, especially those who are not of Korean descent\, the space has become a commercialized place where transnational culture meets the diverse racial and ethnic mosaic of New York City. Kim emphasizes how the space functions to “brand Korea” as a space to “consume ethnicity\,” reflecting the landscape of South Korea’s consumer culture through the physical appearance of buildings and stores and the inclusion of franchise brands. \nIn this talk\, Kim explores the recent popularity of Korean food in New York City by focusing on both transnational and domestic factors\, leading to the new trend of commercialization of ethnic food\, emphasis on authenticity\, and rise of the omnivore society\, by delivering the voices of ordinary people. While Koreatown’s authenticity has been largely defined by commercialized ethnic cuisine by local entrepreneurs\, the Korean government\, and franchises\, Kim argues that Koreatown’s authenticity has represented the collective imaginations and narratives of various consumer groups–Korean nationals\, Korean Americans\, and non-Koreans. \nThis program will be recorded then released on October 1. \nJinwon Kim is Assistant Professor of Sociology at Smith College. She is the author of Koreatown\, NYC: The Consumption of a Transnational Brand and a co-editor of Koreatowns: Exploring the Economics\, Politics\, and Identities of Korean Spatial Formations.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/koreatown-nyc-the-consumption-of-a-transnational-brand-2/
LOCATION:The Korea Society\, 350 Madison Avenue\, 24th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10017
CATEGORIES:Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T190000
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SUMMARY:KCS Small Business Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Korean Community Services (KCS)\, in partnership with Shinhan Bank America\, invites local small business owners to an upcoming Small Business Workshop focused on SBA loan options and resources to help support your business. \n🗓Thursday\, September 24\n⏰ 6:00 PM\n📍 KCS Bayside HQ\n203-05 32nd Ave\, Bayside\, NY 11361 \nTopics include SBA loan uses\, business acquisition\, starting or expanding a business\, refinancing\, and a Q&A session. \nCome learn\, ask questions\, and connect with resources that can help your business grow. 😊
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/kcs-small-business-workshop/
LOCATION:Korean Community Services (KCS)\, 203-05 32nd Ave.\, Bayside\, NY\, 11361\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260825T033126Z
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SUMMARY:Book Launch | What's a Snow Leopard to You? by Chen-Fu Hsu
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE BOOK \n\n\n\n*Winner of the 2021 Taiwan Literature Award* \nA captivating fusion of travelogue\, fiction\, and cultural meditation that journeys deep into the heart of Tibet. \nChen-Fu Hsu’s debut novel begins with a young Taiwanese naturalist on an arduous quest for the elusive snow leopard\, weaving in excerpts from translated entries from a left behind diary of a fictional Japanese monk\, which bears witness to the seismic transformations of Tibet across the decades under Chinese rule. \nFollowing his deeply spiritual connection to Tibet\, the protagonist sets off on multiple journeys to the region\, describing in brilliant detail the vast beauty of the Tibetan plateau and the wildlife that has existed since time immemorial. However\, on his third visit to the region\, he is harassed at every turn by the Chinese police who confiscate his belongings\, including his books\, eventually forcing him to leave for Taiwan. One book overlooked by the Chinese police is the long-lost diary of Udagawa Ekai\, a Zen monk who traveled to Lhasa in the postwar years. The diary tells the monk’s story up until his death as a recluse\, and paints a picture of a Tibet that has a diverse and deeply religious culture that has fought against invaders on multiple fronts. \nHsu laces excerpts from Ekai’s diary within his narrative\, tracing the changes sparked from the horrors of the Chinese military annexation in the 1950s through the Cultural Revolution and into the contemporary age of forced economic development. Through encounters with the people of Tibet and their stories\, What’s a Snow Leopard to You? spans the divide between an intimate portrait of a land in flux and a philosophical inquiry into humanity’s fraught yet enduring bond with nature. This richly layered work braids history with myth\, environmentalism with art\, and creates a single story of change in one of the world’s most sparsely inhabited regions. \nABOUT THE AUTHOR \nChen-Fu Hsu (徐振輔) was born in Taipei in 1994. He holds a BS in Entomology and an MA in Geography from National Taiwan University. His work has long explored the entanglements between human and non-human worlds. He has been selected four times for the Chiu Ko Publishing Annual Prose Selection and has received several literary awards\, including the Taipei Literature Annuity. What’s a Snow Leopard to You? is his debut novel\, which has already received multiple literary awards in Taiwan. \nIN CONVERSATION WITH \nStephan Zguta is an editor at Skyhorse Publishing\, where he works primarily on titles for Arcade Publishing\, an imprint specializing in literary fiction and nonfiction from around the world. He lives in Queens\, New York\, with his wife and son.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/book-launch-whats-a-snow-leopard-to-you-by-chen-fu-hsu/
LOCATION:Yu and Me Books\, 44 Mulberry St.\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T190000
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Canvass
DESCRIPTION:Walk the neighborhood with us and help build a real-time database of Chinatown’s storefronts! \nVolunteers who register will receive a code for free co-working (9am–5pm) at the Hub for the day of the event. \nWhy canvass storefronts? \n​Chinatown has been on the defensive for decades. Critical support often only arrives after it’s too late: After a legacy business closes\, after a block loses its character\, after displacement is irreversible. To change that\, we need to understand what’s happening in real time. \nThrough storefront canvassing\, we can: \n\nTrack closures and openings\, and see what businesses immediately need WtC support\nSpot trends in business types\, and identify commercial corridor shifts – what’s growing\, what’s disappearing\nAdvocate with real evidence\, and give policymakers and media the data they need to support Chinatown’s future\nPreserve culture and legacy by building a historical record of Chinatown’s commercial corridor\n\n​This is a monthly event that will take place every 4th Thursday of the month
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/coffee-canvass/
LOCATION:Welcome to Chinatown\, 115 Bowery\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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