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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260921
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SUMMARY:“A Tree Grows in Palestine” Outdoor Photo Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“A Tree Grows in Palestine” is a free outdoor photography exhibition featuring 14 life-size portraits of Palestinian farmers\, photographed on their farms in the West Bank. Presented by Treedom for Palestine with support from Penny Appeal USA\, the exhibition is produced by Photoville and hosted by NYC DOT Art\, and will be installed in St. Andrew’s Plaza\, steps from City Hall. It opens September 21\, the International Day of Peace\, and runs through October 5.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/a-tree-grows-in-palestine-outdoor-photo-exhibition/
LOCATION:Saint Andrews Plaza\, 1 Saint Andrews Plaza\, New York\, NY\, 10007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Photography
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTSTAMP:20260828T012954Z
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SUMMARY:School of Visual Arts’ After School Special 2026
DESCRIPTION:Featuring some of School of Visual Arts’ most accomplished film\, television\, animation\, and visual effects alumni — the majority of whom are Asian or Asian American — this multi-day festival will include screenings and Q&A’s with industry insiders that offer behind-the-scenes looks at the world of television and cinema. A full schedule and list of participants is below (subject to change) and can also be found at svatheatre.eventbrite.com. \nSeating is on a first-come\, first-served basis. RSVPs via the Eventbrite pages are appreciated\, but not necessary\, and do not guarantee entrance — all events are first-come\, first-served. \nDoors will open approximately 30 minutes prior to each screening. Guests can enjoy a special selection of music videos from Annapurna Interactive’s RPG Musical\, People of Note\, in the lobby while waiting to enter. Alumni from SVA’s BFA Computer Art\, Computer Animation and Visual Effects program — Timothy Doolen and Ben Meyer — served on the creative team of the video game. \nAll events are free and open to the public and take place at SVA Theatre\, 333 West 23rd Street\, New York\, NY 10011. Directions\, as well as local restaurants\, hotels\, and attractions\, can be found here. SVA Theatre does not offer concessions\, but will offer water to guests. \nIf you would like to attend any of these events\, but require assistive devices and/or accommodations\, please email svatheatre@sva.edu or call 212-592-2980 at least one week prior to the event. \nWednesday 9/23/26\n7:00PM Anora (2024) \nHear from production sound mixer Boris Krichevsky (BFA 2017 Film)\, who was on set for the 2025 Best Picture winner\, which racked up a total of five Oscars and the Cannes Palme d’Or! See (and hear) it again — or for the very first time — on the big screen. \nThursday 9/24/26\n7:30PM Disability & Visibility \nAn evening dedicated to bringing visibility to the disability community. Take Me Home (2023) is director Liz Sargent and producer Minos Papas’ (BFA 2004 Film and Video) short film about a cognitively disabled woman struggling to move on after the death of a parent. Their proof-of-concept short led to the award-winning feature film of the same name that’s opening in New York this week! Following the short\, we’ll welcome director Ben Duffy (BFA 2014 Film and Video) with the world premiere of his experimental feature documentary\, No Pinnacle Without The Miraculous (2026)\, which centers on Duffy’s mental health struggles while filming a documentary about those with physical disabilities. \nFriday 9/25/26\n8:00PM SVA Premieres: Best of 2026 \nSchool of Visual Arts spotlights exceptional live action\, documentary\, and animated shorts by its most recent graduates. Join many of the filmmakers and artists\, who will be in attendance. Preceded by a music video from Annapurna Interactive’s RPG musical\, People of Note\, introduced by Ben Meyer (BFA 2022 Computer Art\, Computer Animation\, and Visual Effects) of the video game’s creative team. \nSaturday 9/26/26\n2:00PM KPop Demon Hunters (2025) \nJoin award-winning production designer Dave Bleich (BFA 1992 Illustration) for a screening of Netflix’s 2026 Best Animated Feature Oscar winner. Preceded by the NYC premiere of the animated short film “First Haircut” by Disney·Pixar artist Ivo Kos (MFA 1991 Computer Art). \n7:30PM The Stringer: The Man Who Took the Photo (2025) \nNetflix’s compelling documentary traces the origins of one of the most-recognized photographs of the 20th century\, “Napalm Girl”. Join director Bao Nguyen (MFA 2011 Social Documentary Film) for a remarkable discussion after the film. \nSunday 9/27/26\n2:00PM Cutting Through Rocks (2025) \nFilmmakers Sara Khaki (MFA 2011 Social Documentary Film) and Mohammadreza Eyni will be on hand to screen and discuss their riveting\, Academy Award-nominated documentary\, about the first female councilor of an Iranian village. \nPlease contact svatheatre@sva.edu with questions. Guests and films subject to change.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/school-of-visual-arts-after-school-special-2026/
LOCATION:SVA Theatre\, 333 West 23rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTSTAMP:20260927T171218Z
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SUMMARY:Maedeup: Weaving Shin Yun-bok
DESCRIPTION:Presented by La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club \nTickets: Free Admission (RSVP Required) \nA live\, non-verbal performance that reimagines Korean classical painting through contemporary performance \nNamed after the Korean word for “knot\,” maedeup evokes the weaving together of image\, movement\, sound\, and memory. Inspired by the visual world of Shin Yun-bok (Hyewon)\, an 18th-century Korean painter renowned for his portrayals of women and everyday life\, the work unfolds without spoken text. Foley performance\, tableau vivant\, live visuals\, and live camera work transform his paintings into living\, time-based events in which body\, sound\, and image converge in real time. Created by kNOT and produced by the Seoul Institute of the Arts with support from the Kansong Art and Culture Foundation\, the production offers an encounter with Korean visual heritage beyond language and cultural boundaries. \nAn artistic initiative of the Seoul Institute of the Arts\, the project brings Korean cultural heritage into contemporary performance and\, through its presentation at La MaMa\, into dialogue with international audiences. Led by director and professor Kim JiYoung\, the production brings together professional performers connected to SeoulArts in an interdisciplinary collaboration spanning theatre\, visual art\, sound\, photography\, and live media. Kim’s recent work explores new ways of connecting Korean tradition with contemporary expression. \nFor more information\, visit Maedeup: Weaving Shin Yun-bok – La MaMa – Experimental Theatre Club in New York
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/maedeup-weaving-shin-yun-bok/
LOCATION:The Downstairs Theatre at La Mama\, 66 E 4th St.\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTSTAMP:20260827T235435Z
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SUMMARY:The Recursion of a Moth
DESCRIPTION:A story about time\, memory\, diaspora\, and the futures we dare to imagine\, can we break the cycles we are born into\, or are we destined to repeat them? \n\n\nOn the Moon\, Icarus dreams of soup. Across the ocean\, Mikey dreams of war. At Purdue\, Chrys dreams of a yellow house. In a future where time travel has become as mundane as bureaucracy\, three descendants of a diaspora try to find a corner in the universe to call home. When their efforts threaten to change the events of a predetermined timeline\, they must find a way to break their destructive\, cyclical realities; or face the violent\, memory-destroying consequences of the Reset. \nWritten by Brandon Zang\, directed by Seonjae Kim and produced by Cellunova Productions \n\n\n🎟️ Tickets are now on Early Bird Sale via LINK IN BIO! Use code EARLY15BIRD for a special discount. \n🎁 We’re also offering a limited special blind box gift donation package for the run! \n📅 PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE\nSeptember 24 – September 26 @ 7:30PM\nSeptember 27 @ 2PM\nOctober 1 – October 3 @ 7:30PM\nOctober 4 @ 2PM \n📍Teatro Circulo\, Second Stage\n64 East 4th Street\, New York\, NY 10003 \nIllustration by Tracy Li @ltracy006
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-recursion-of-a-moth/
LOCATION:Teatro Circulo\, 64 East 4th St.\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTSTAMP:20261003T035608Z
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SUMMARY:Hold These Truths
DESCRIPTION:During World War II\, student Gordon Hirabayashi fights the US government’s orders to forcibly incarcerate people of Japanese ancestry on the West Coast. Struggling to reconcile his country’s betrayal with his passionate belief in the Constitution\, he journeys toward greater understanding of America’s triumphs – and confrontation with its failures. A 36-character solo play inspired by civil rights pioneer Gordon Hirabayashi. \nby Jeanne Sakata – directed by Lisa Rothe
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/hold-these-truths/
LOCATION:Luna Stage\, 555 Valley Rd.\, West Orange\, NJ\, 07052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260828T014150Z
CREATED:20260828T014150Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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;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:20260912T021159Z
CREATED:20260912T021159Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20261005
DTSTAMP:20260927T171721Z
CREATED:20260927T171721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T171721Z
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SUMMARY:Bridging the Connection
DESCRIPTION:Organized by Bangladeshi American Artists Forum (BAAF)\nCurated by Kaiser Kamal and Kyoko Sato \nArtist-in-Residence from Japan: Nobuko\nExhibiting Artists: Arthur Azad | Alma Leya | Barkia Azam | Bishwajit Chowdhury | Bonnie Astor | Dina Zaman | Dipa Debnath | Farhana Yasmin | Kaiser Kamal | Kaniz Husna Akbory | Kazol Anthony Das | Kyaw C Maung | Mohammed Hassan Rokon | Nobuko (Japan) | Ruddro Md Ayudh Jahangir | Salma Sinha Kaniz | Sazada Sultana | Shinobu (Japan) | Sherry X Chen | Shameem Subrana | Sujit Kumar Saha | Syed Azizur Rahaman | Tajul Imam | Tariq Julfiker | Zebun Nesa Kamal \nEach year from May through October\, more than two dozen arts and cultural organizations activate the historic houses on Governors Island through the Governors Island Arts’ Organizations in Residence program. The program provides a unique platform for artists and cultural organizations to present free exhibitions\, public programs\, workshops\, and artist residencies in one of New York City’s most distinctive cultural settings. Over the next decade\, New York City and the Trust for Governors Island plan to expand this seasonal initiative toward year-round permanent homes for cultural organizations on the Island. \nAgainst this extraordinary setting between the waters of New York Harbor and the city skyline\, the Bangladeshi American Artists Forum (BAAF) has been presenting Between River and Harbor: Stories That Carry Us\, a multidisciplinary cultural program exploring migration\, memory\, identity\, belonging\, and the ways stories travel across generations and borders. \nThis fall\, curated by Kaiser Kamal and Kyoko Sato\, the program transforms one of Governors Island’s historic houses into a space of encounter—a place where personal histories\, ancestral memories\, artistic practices\, and different cultural perspectives can meet and resonate with one another. \nA significant new dimension of this fall’s program is BAAF’s collaboration with New York–based curator Kyoko Sato\, with the support by the Art Incubation Association of Japan\, which brings artists from Japan into the Governors Island program for the first time. This collaboration expands the conversation beyond a single diasporic experience and creates a broader dialogue between Bangladeshi American and Japanese artistic perspectives.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/bridging-the-connection/
LOCATION:Bangladeshi American Artists Forum\, 16 Nolan Park\, Governors Island\, New York\, NY\, 10004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit
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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;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: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: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:20260925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T213000
DTSTAMP:20260903T002028Z
CREATED:20260903T002028Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20260925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T203000
DTSTAMP:20260810T005629Z
CREATED:20260810T005629Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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: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:20260912T000853Z
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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;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260904T221749Z
CREATED:20260904T221749Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTSTAMP:20260910T194038Z
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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:20261102
DTSTAMP:20260927T172328Z
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SUMMARY:Moving Rasa Discovery Cards Inside/Outside
DESCRIPTION:Move what’s inside\, outside. Move what’s outside\, inside. \nWhat happens when something you’re carrying inside—a feeling\, question\, image\, memory\, impulse—gets to take shape in the world around you? \nAnd what happens when the world answers back? \nOver six gatherings\, we’ll use the Moving Rasa Discovery Cards to improvise between our inner and outer worlds. We might climb onto something\, lean into another person\, follow the shape of a tree\, move with a wall\, let a card change our attention\, or allow an unexpected impulse to lead somewhere new. \nWe’ll work with group improvisation\, contact\, imagination\, questions\, and the environments we enter. Some gatherings will happen indoors. Others will take us outside into different NYC places. Each environment becomes part of what we discover. \nThere is no movement to get right and no fixed meaning to find in a card. We’ll notice what emerges through the relationships we make—with ourselves\, one another\, the cards\, and the places around us. \nLocation:\nReal World Sculptures: Norman A Rockefellar Park\nRiver Terrace and\, Chambers St\nNew York City\, NY 10282
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moving-rasa-discovery-cards-inside-outside/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270208
DTSTAMP:20260924T203746Z
CREATED:20260924T203746Z
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SUMMARY:Yoshitaka Amano: Origins at the American Academy of Arts and Letters
DESCRIPTION:Yoshitaka Amano (b. 1952\, Shizuoka\, Japan) creates worlds. It’s something he’s done since he was fifteen\, when he moved to Tokyo and began working as a character designer for an anime studio. There\, drawing was always an act of translation. His task was to convert narrative into illustrated concepts\, drawings that would become the connective tissue of a fictional universe. Throughout his career as an independent artist and as a character designer for storied anime and video game franchises\, such as Final Fantasy and Vampire Hunter D\, drawing has always been a way of describing the porousness between the real and the fantastic. “I want to depict a world I myself have never seen\,” Amano says of the feeling from which his work begins. \nOrigins 始源 takes up Amano’s interest in primordial beginnings. Over the last few years\, Amano has been absorbed in Greek and Shinto mythology\, making drawings of the characters that animate these stories. Here\, he presents Pandora\, a series of drawings of the Greek myth of the first mortal woman; they circle the gallery like an ancient frieze\, or the storyboards for an animation. Alongside these works\, a selection of illustrations\, animation\, and popular materials from the 1980s and ’90s\, including the anime film Angel’s Egg and sensual depictions of The Tale of Genji\, is presented in our library. In all the stories Amano is drawn to\, origins are an eternal structure\, a threshold where being emerges. For him\, that threshold is the page; his figures seem to move and drift across its surface\, entering into worlds that exist beyond our lived reality. \nThis exhibition\, Amano’s first institutional solo show in New York\, offers a chance to encounter an artist whose drawings continue to have extended lives in the world around us. Right now\, more likely than not\, you could find them appearing on someone’s gaming console as they play Final Fantasy and livestream it to Twitch; on a Gatchaman Uniqlo tee worn in the streets of Tokyo; or even on an iPhone as someone watches Angel’s Egg on the subway\, in bed\, or really anywhere streaming is available. \nArts and Letters commissioned an essay\, Shining Genji\, by Sean Thor Conroe\, which accompanies the exhibition as part of our Reader series.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/yoshitaka-amano-origins-at-the-american-academy-of-arts-and-letters/
LOCATION:American Academy of Arts and Letters\, Audubon Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260918T005441Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260826T154417Z
CREATED:20260826T154417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T154417Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Korean Community Services (KCS)":MAILTO:info@kcsny.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260921T170704Z
CREATED:20260810T010350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T170704Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260902T013031Z
CREATED:20260902T013031Z
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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:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T000000
DTSTAMP:20260921T171007Z
CREATED:20260722T164834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T171007Z
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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T182522Z
CREATED:20260807T094152Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T180000
DTSTAMP:20260823T180735Z
CREATED:20260823T180735Z
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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:20260926T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T180000
DTSTAMP:20260902T182619Z
CREATED:20260902T181332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T182619Z
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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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