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SUMMARY:Community Safety\, Carceral Design\, and Dreaming Otherwise
DESCRIPTION:Building on years of organizing\, this conversation brings together artists\, organizers\, and community members to examine the impact of the Borough-Based Jail Plan (BBJP) in New York City\, with a focus on the skyscraper jail being constructed in Chinatown. Situating the project within a broader landscape of mass incarceration and displacement—from the police takeover of Park Row to the expanding carceral reach in Chinatown—we ask: what does community safety mean and who gets to define it? In place of a jail\, what else could be here? \nThe program explores the role of artists and cultural workers in the aestheticization of carceral systems through design\, and how art can obscure the violence of incarceration even as it can also serve as a tool of resistance. We invite participants to reflect on what it means to refuse participation in carceral design and to imagine alternative futures grounded in care\, collective well-being\, and worlds beyond punishment.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/community-safety-carceral-design-and-dreaming-otherwise/
LOCATION:Wing On Wo & Co\, 26 Mott Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T200000
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SUMMARY:Japan Village Night Market 
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of night market! \nJoin us on Friday\, July 17th from 5-8pm at the courtyard for a vibrant evening! Sip on refreshing beer and sake while you groove to live music. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable summer vibe!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/japan-village-night-market/
LOCATION:Japan Village Courtyard\, 934 3rd Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Night Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T183000
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SUMMARY:MAKE IT IN NYC! The Past And Future Of Asian/American Filmmaking In The City
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place Friday\, July 17 from 5:30pm-6:30pm at Film at Lincoln Center’s Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center Amphitheater. Tickets are $5 for FLC and NYAFF Members and $10 for the General Public. \nFrom Chinatown to Queens\, the Village to the Bronx\, Harlem to Brooklyn\, New York City has long been a living set for filmmakers across generations. But what makes the city such a powerful place for creatives\, especially for Asian and Asian American filmmaking today? \nBringing together professionals from across the entertainment industry\, this panel explores the past\, present\, and future of filmmaking in New York City. From major studio productions to independent projects\, the city has a long history of on-location shooting yet continuing to adapt to the changing media landscape. Speakers will discuss both the opportunities and challenges of working in film today\, while sharing practical insights on production resources\, legal and tax support\, professional networks\, and showcasing opportunities available to creators from diverse backgrounds. \nFor students\, aspiring filmmakers\, emerging talent\, established creatives\, dreamers\, and doers\, NYC remains a place where stories begin\, unfold\, and never end. Come learn what it takes to make it here!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/make-it-in-nyc-the-past-and-future-of-asian-american-filmmaking-in-the-city/
LOCATION:Film at Lincoln Center / Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center\, 144 West 65th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10023
CATEGORIES:Film,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T203000
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SUMMARY:The Pride Alaap! Navigating and Celebrating Bengali Queer Identity
DESCRIPTION:Bengali Mental Health Movement is partnering with Apicha CHC and Amader Dawat to present a special Alaap for Queer Bengalis in NYC! \n\n\n\n\nThe Bengali Mental Health Movement is partnering with Apicha Community Health Center and Amader Dawat to present a special Alaap event in July for the queer Bengali community in New York City. \nDuring this session\, two queer Bengali facilitators will hold space for participants to discuss their lived experiences of being Bengali and queer\, coping with challenges the community faces\, and engaging creative and holistic approaches to growing connection\, support\, and community. \nDinner will be served as well as giveaways\, courtesy of Apicha! \nMeet our facilitators: \n\nRobbie Ahmed\, music producer\, writer\, and educator\nSadaaf Mamoon\, MHC-LP\, psychotherapist\n\nWhile this session is facilitated by individuals with mental health training\, Alaap is not group therapy and is not a replacement for therapy or other mental health treatment. Alaap is a space for conversation\, reflection\, and community\, where lived experience is valued\, and everyone brings wisdom. \nThe Pride Alaap is only open to people who identify as queer and Bengali.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-pride-alaap-navigating-and-celebrating-bengali-queer-identity/
LOCATION:Apicha Community Health Center – Jackson Heights-Queens\, 82-11 37th Avenue\, Queens\, NY\, 11372\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T211500
DTSTAMP:20260709T213244Z
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SUMMARY:Film: Om Shanti Om
DESCRIPTION:Asia Society continues its ongoing monthly series titled Films to See Before You Die featuring classic films and underseen gems from across Asia and the Asian diaspora with extended introductions by Asia Society’s Curator of Film. \nOm Shanti Om\nFarah Khan\, India\, 2007\, 35mm\, 162 min.\nIn Hindi with English subtitles \nIntroduced by Film Comment Editor Devika Girish. \nIn early 70s Bombay\, aspiring actor Om Prakash Makhija (Shah Rukh Khan) and famous starlet Shantipriya (Deepika Padukone) are murdered. Thirty years later\, Makhija’s reincarnation Om Kapoor (Shah Rukh Khan) sets out to discover the mystery of their demise. Thus begins the saga of Om Shanti Om. A highpoint of Bollywood’s last great era\, and a glamorous homage to its 70s excesses\, this meta delight— with a soundtrack by Vishal–Shekhar and lyrics by Javed Akhtar\, Vishal Dadlani and Kumaar— features SRK x2 at his wavy-haired best. 35mm Print Courtesy of the George Eastman Museum\, gift of Mark and Arman Gabay. \nA limited amount of complimentary tickets will be available to NYC college students with ID at the box office on the day of the screening.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/film-om-shanti-om/
LOCATION:Asia Society\, 725 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10021
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T200000
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SUMMARY:Japanese Grandma Funeral
DESCRIPTION:Part of EdFest\, an NYC festival of Edinburgh Fringe previews at Brooklyn Art Haus 14-19 July.\n\n\nKento the clown missed his grandmother’s funeral in Japan due to Covid restrictions. He’s trying to recreate the traditional rites\, but it keeps going wrong. Can the audience help him achieve closure in this gentle\, heartwarming comedy?  \nBlending clown and storytelling with Japanese and Okinawan funeral customs\, Kento attempts to process 108 of his grandma’s memories\, along with unresolved thoughts and small\, stubborn facts about her life\, in a show that is both deeply personal\, yet widely relatable.  \nWhat begins as a failed ceremony becomes a gentle\, intimate invitation to laugh\, remember and let go. \nMore about the show HERE \n______________________________________________________________________________________________ \nJoin us at Brooklyn’s Mediterranean gem\, The MOUTH\, for happy hour from 4-6pm before the show and later for dinner! Featuring a rotating seasonal menu\, natural wines\, local beers\, and ohhh so good cocktails. \nBrooklyn Art Haus and The MOUTH20 Marcy Ave. Brooklyn\, NY 11211 \nwww.BKArtHaus.comwww.TheMouthBK.com@BK_ArtHaus @TheMouthBK
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/japanese-grandma-funeral/
LOCATION:Brooklyn Art Haus\, 24 Marcy Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11211\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T210000
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SUMMARY:New York Asian Film Festival Filmmakers Night 2026
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place Friday\, July 17 from 7-9pm at Film at Lincoln Center’s Frieda and Roy Furman Gallery at Walter Reade Theater. Tickets are $20 for FLC and NYAFF Members and $25 for the General Public. \nConnect with fellow filmmakers from across Asia and the U.S. at NYAFF’s Filmmakers Night! This special gathering\, made possible with generous support from Sapporo\, offers a great chance for both emerging and established filmmakers to share ideas\, make new connections\, build community\, and celebrate Asian and Asian American filmmaking. Grab a Sapporo and toast to the cinema that brings us together!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/new-york-asian-film-festival-filmmakers-night-2026/
LOCATION:Film at Lincoln Center’s Walter Reade Theater\, 165 W. 65th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10023
CATEGORIES:Film,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T210000
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SUMMARY:Hung Dance: BIRDY
DESCRIPTION:Rooted in the meditative flow of Tai Chi and the expressive force of contemporary dance\, BIRDY explores themes of freedom\, resilience\, and transformation. Set to an evocative blend of electronic and Chinese classical music\, the work unfolds as a dialogue between tradition and modernity\, where stillness and motion\, struggle and hope\, coexist. \nFounded in 2017 by choreographer LAI Hung-chung\, Taiwan’s HUNG DANCE is known for its lyrical precision and spiritual intensity. Premiered in the U.S. at the American Dance Festival in 2014\, BIRDY has since toured internationally\, continuing to engage audiences through its physical and emotional depth. \n“BIRDY explores what it means to feel constrained\, and how we continue to move despite it.”  —Lai Hung-chung\, Artistic Director & Choreographer \nAbout HUNG DANCE\nHUNG DANCE is a Taiwanese contemporary dance company founded in 2017 by Artistic Director and choreographer LAI Hung-chung. Inspired by the word “Hung (翃)\,” the company’s name reflects its aspiration to soar. Focusing on annual productions\, international collaboration\, and tours\, HUNG DANCE also organizes the Stray Birds Dance Platform to foster choreographers’ creativity and connect emerging artists with global resources. \nThe company has received numerous awards for its exceptional choreographic pieces\, including Watcher\, BIRDY\, and Push and Pull in renowned competitions and festivals worldwide. With over 300 performances\, HUNG DANCE has toured extensively across five continents\, engaging diverse audiences through its distinct physical language. \nHUNG DANCE’s performances are a unique blend of traditional and contemporary elements\, inviting audiences to interpret\, imagine\, and embrace dance’s timeless beauty. LAI Hung-chung’s choreography delves into human emotions and the connection between culture and nature. By seamlessly blending elements of Chinese opera\, mythology\, and Tai Chi with contemporary concepts\, he has created a unique dance vocabulary and training system that is sure to intrigue and captivate. \nTickets: $43 – $53
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/hung-dance-birdy/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260714T020612Z
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SUMMARY:Basement Bhangra Beyond
DESCRIPTION:This event is more than just a concert. It’s a gathering of the communities that built us. Join us this Saturday July 18 at Flushing Meadows Corona Park to celebrate and connect with your neighbors in the World’s Borough of Queens. \nCome say hi to our Basement Bhangra Beyond community partners at the show to learn more about their work: @apichachc @drumnyc @saya.nyc @sakhinyc @chhayacdc @southqueenswomensmarch @caribbeanequalityproject @sapnanyc @indiahomeusa @caaavnyc @queensbookbazaar 📚🎉 \nPlus\, catch some flavor with @rootschai back serving up refreshments and snacks throughout the day 🫖 🫖
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/basement-bhangra-beyond/
LOCATION:Flushing Meadows Corona Park\, Queens\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260714T015908Z
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SUMMARY:Wong Side of Time Musical - $5 Off Code
DESCRIPTION:Use code ETC5 for $5 off each ticket!\nEpheverie Theatre Company is co-producing this exciting new musical “Wong Side of Time” as part of the 2026 SheNYC Festival. Book and lyrics by Scarlett (Chenchen) Long\, music and additional lyrics by Wren Mied (Necromancy\, Write Out Loud)\, directed by Alexandra Haddad (Helen in her Homeland)\, and music direction by Emma Bella-Bass Lawrence. The production features sound design by Ari Cleveland (On Tuesdays We Fight\, White Elephant)\, scenography by Seo Yun\, choreography by Margo Rae (It’s The Cold)\, dramaturgy by Cerulean Long (in-version ensemble)\, and stage management by Julia Grullon (The Censorship of Dreams\, La MaMa. Intimacy coordinator for this project is Jasen Cummings. \nInspired by the life and legacy of Anna May Wong\, the first Chinese American Hollywood film star\, “Wong Side of Time” follows present-day law student Lucy Wong and Anna May Wong in 1935 as both women yearn for a life where they can be fully seen. When they mysteriously swap lives across time\, Lucy and Anna must navigate each other’s worlds\, confronting ambition\, identity\, family legacy\, and the cost of rewriting their own stories. \nThis production has a dynamic cast of 11 performers and features AJ Liu (The Lightning Thief\, Sunrise Theatre Company) as Anna May Wong\, Mia Soriano (Plague Play\, IATI) as Lucy Wong\, Helen Delphia as Mom (Die Wong)\, Elizabeth Mandell (I Wish My Life Were Like a Musical) as Marlene Dietrich\, and Darrow Klein (The Diary of Anne Frank\, Arvada Center) as Mal.  Rounding out the ensemble is Serena Zhang (Lucy u/s)\, Claire Tumey (Marlene u/s)\, Karina Wen (Mom u/s\, Anna u/s)\, Raine Higa\, Miguel Sutedjo\, and Fae Hartt (Mal u/s). \n \n“Wong Side of Time” will perform at Classic Stage Company in Manhattan\, NY located at 136 E 13th St\, New York\, NY 10003. \nJuly 18 at 7:30PM\, July 19 at 1:00PM\, July 25 at 5:00PM \nFor more information\, follow along on Instagram @wongsideoftime. \nABOUT EPHEVERIE THEATRE COMPANY: \nEpheverie Theatre Company was founded by Fae Hartt in 2024 after their time at Atlantic Acting School. After a successful inaugural short play festival at The Tank\, REFLECTION\, in August of 2025\, Fae expanded the company to include an incredible team of artists. \nFae is now joined by their lovely team of producers\, Mayah Lourdes Burke (Project Manager)\, Alex Andersun (Development Coordinator)\, Gabriela Llarena (Community Outreach Manager)\, and Rory O’Neill (Social Media Manager). \nEpheverie is a new\, up and coming\, queer-led theatre company devoted to creating a better environment for artists and uplifting new works. As deep thinkers and dreamers\, we aim to showcase works that push boundaries and expand the collective consciousness of theatre consumers. \nepheverietheatre.com @epheverietheatre
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/wong-side-of-time-musical/
LOCATION:Classic Stage Company\, 136 E. 13th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T220000
DTSTAMP:20260710T202947Z
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SUMMARY:AniTOMO Con 2026
DESCRIPTION:A FREE Manga & Anime Con! From the minds of BIPOC trailblazers comes a cross-pollination between Brooklyn & Japan! Hosted at Japan Village\n\n\n\nKon’nichiwa! Hello Friends! \n💛We would love to officially invite you to join us at AniTOMO Convention 2026\, hosted at Brooklyn’s Own Japan Village! \nJoin us for our fourth annual convention on July 18\, 2026\, for an unbelievable FREE experience as we take you on a journey through Japan right in the comfort of Brooklyn\, New York. \nEnjoy Panels\, Programs\, Performances\, and Prizes throughout the day. Follow us on Eventbrite & Instagram @anitomo_con or our website AniTOMO.org to learn more. We’ll travel through NYC\, where creativity thrives\, to get your thoughts on how we should design the upcoming 2026 Convention. \nTBA : Agenda\, special guest\, sponsors
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/anitomo-con-2026/
LOCATION:88 35th St\, 88 35th St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convention,Discussion,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260709T210042Z
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SUMMARY:Taiwan Vibes: Pineapple Cake & Taiwanese Tea | Hands-On Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Make Taiwan’s iconic pineapple cakes from scratch and enjoy a guided Taiwanese tea tasting experience.\n\n\n🌟 Event Description\nDiscover one of Taiwan’s most iconic desserts while experiencing the warmth of Taiwanese tea culture. \nJoin us for a hands-on cultural workshop where you’ll make pineapple cakes from scratch\, enjoy Taiwanese tea tasting\, and learn about the traditions behind these beloved treats. \n🍍 Workshop Theme\nParticipants will learn how pineapple cakes are made and explore why they are one of Taiwan’s most popular gifts and snacks. The workshop also includes an introduction to Taiwanese tea culture and guided tea tasting. \nParticipants will also learn about the cultural significance of tea in Taiwanese daily life and hospitality traditions. \n💬 Who Should Join?\n\nFood lovers and tea enthusiasts\nAnyone curious about Taiwanese culture\nFriends\, couples\, and families looking for a unique experience\nNo prior baking experience required\n\n📌 Notes\n\n⚠️ Food Allergy Notice\nIf you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions\, please contact us before the event. We will do our best to accommodate\, but cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment.\nAll ingredients and materials included\nLimited seating available\n\n🌴 Taiwan Vibes-Summer Series\nJune 27\n🎨 Hakka Indigo Dyeing – Level 1 \nCreate your own indigo-dyed piece using traditional techniques. \nJuly 11\n🎨 Hakka Indigo Dyeing – Level 2 \nExplore more advanced indigo dyeing patterns and techniques. \nJuly 18\n🍍 Pineapple Cake & Taiwanese Tea \nMake Taiwan’s iconic pineapple cakes and experience tea culture. \nAugust 1\n🧧 Ang Ku Kueh & Cao Zai Guo \nDiscover traditional Taiwanese festival foods and their cultural meanings. \nAugust 8\n🍧 Taiwanese Shaved Ice \nMake handmade QQ taro balls and enjoy a classic summer dessert. \nAugust 15\n🌃 Taiwan Night Market Experience \nMake tanghulu and play classic Taiwanese night market games. \n📞 Contact Us\nPhone: +1 (718) 445-7007 \nEmail: mandarin@nytaiwancenter.org \nWebsite: nytaiwancenter.org/mandarin \nAddress: 137-44 Northern Blvd.\, Flushing\, NY 11354 \nFacebook / Instagram: @NewYorkTaiwanCenter
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/taiwan-vibes-pineapple-cake-taiwanese-tea-hands-on-workshop/
LOCATION:Taiwan Center Inc. 紐約台灣會館\, 13744 Northern Boulevard\, Queens\, NY\, 11354\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260716T121456Z
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SUMMARY:A Celebration of Life: Christine Choy
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Third World Newsreel in partnership with the Asian/Pacific/American Institute at NYU and Asian CineVision. \nREGISTER \nJoin us to remember Christine Choy\, NYU professor\, co-founder of Third World Newsreel\, and prolific filmmaker and activist. \n\n\n\nA selection of clips from Choy’s films will be screened. Guests will be invited to speak about Choy’s impact on them as filmmakers\, colleagues\, friends\, and community members. Together\, we hope to reflect on her contributions to Asian American filmmaking and the organizations she helped to build. \nAccessibility note: This venue has an elevator\, and wheelchair-accessible\, all-gender restrooms. Please contact workshop@twn.org with any access requests or questions.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/a-celebration-of-life-christine-choy/
LOCATION:The People’s Forum\, 320 West 37th St.\, New York\, NY\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T200000
DTSTAMP:20260718T181511Z
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SUMMARY:KAAGNY NextGen Summer Social & FIFA Watch Party
DESCRIPTION:Toast to summer with KAAGNY! Join other second gen Korean Americans in the city for refreshments\, community\, and a FIFA watch party!\n\n\nToast to summer at our 2nd ever KAAGNY NextGen Summer Social — an evening of connection\, culture\, and community dedicated to second gen Korean Americans in NYC (although anyone is welcome to attend!). Whether you’re already part of the NextGen community or simply want to connect with others\, this event is for you. \nThere will be drinks and light bites served\, and we will be showing the 3rd Place FIFA game for those of you that don’t want to miss the game! \nIf you’ve been looking for a second gen Korean American community in the city\, look no further. We look forward to seeing you at KAAGNY HQ on Saturday\, July 18\, 2026! \nDoors open at 4:30 PM \nGame Begins at 5 PM
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/kaagny-nextgen-summer-social-fifa-watch-party/
LOCATION:Korean American Association of Greater New York\, 149 West 24th Street\, ## 6\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T223000
DTSTAMP:20260716T013038Z
CREATED:20260716T013038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T013038Z
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SUMMARY:Sharam Nahi! An Evening of Comedy and South Asian Bites
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Cheeni for a very special comedy showcase\, featuring some of your favorite comedians: \nFareeha Khan @fareeeezy – Comedy Central\nJamell Sirleaf @jamellsirleaf – Jersey City Comedy Festival\nDivya Gunasekaran @divya_undone – Netflix is a Joke\nAlex Kim @alexkimedian – New York Comedy Club\nZubi Ahmed @chopzubicomedy – Ramy\nArjun Banerjee @itsarjunbanerjee \nHosted by Kesav Wable @kesav_wable \nCheck out full comedian bios here! \nFood and drinks available for purchase! Wine\, beer\, and snacks from Cheeni AND a dessert takeover by Black Zaffron @blackzaffron
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/sharam-nahi-an-evening-of-comedy-and-south-asian-bites/
LOCATION:Cheeni\, 485 Tompkins Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTSTAMP:20260718T023506Z
CREATED:20260718T023242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T023506Z
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SUMMARY:Little Manila Pop Up Market
DESCRIPTION:Are you craving for some delicious Ube Flan or Pandan Flan Cake? Inviting you all to come and patronize 20 small businesses! We hope to see you this Sunday! \n📍Little Manila\, Woodside\nCorner of 69th St and Roosevelt Avenue\n🕐 from 10am ‘till supplies last!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/little-manila-pop-up-market/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T120000
DTSTAMP:20260717T081745Z
CREATED:20260717T081745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T081745Z
UID:10002881-1784457000-1784462400@potluckasianamerica.org
SUMMARY:Disability Pride\, Disability Joy Exists: A Community Art Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Accessible Travel NYC for their second annual Art Making Workshop at the New York Botanical Garden! This joyful\, creative workshop blends art\, learning\, and reflection through the lens of disability pride and inclusion. Set in the beauty of the Garden\, this interactive session welcomes disabled people\, families\, friends\, and allies to explore disability as identity\, expression\, and empowerment through art. Participants are welcome to seek inspiration from the current exhibition Flower Power. \nParticipants will choose from a wide variety of accessible\, colorful materials—heavy stock paper\, rocks\, markers\, dot markers\, waxy sticks\, and more—to create pieces that reflect emotions like pride\, joy\, and hope. \nThe program area is wheelchair accessible\, and visual descriptions will be shared throughout. A variety of art supplies will be available to support a range of access needs. We strive to make our programs inclusive and welcoming. To request an ASL interpreter or any other reasonable accommodation\, please contact publiceducation@nybg.org by July 10\, 2026. \nTickets are included in an All-Garden Pass. Click here to purchase. \nAbout the Workshop Leaders: \nSisters Annie Nishwani Lachhman (she/her) and Lakshmee Lachhman-Persad (she/her) are award-winning changemakers using art\, storytelling\, and education to reframe how society sees disability. Annie is a celebrated Disabled Artist whose work has been showcased by institutions like The Met Museum and ADAPT\, and her Disability Pride creations are sold at the New York Botanical Garden\, Whitney Museum\, and online. Lakshmee is the founder of Accessible Travel NYC\, a leading resource in inclusive tourism\, with 25 years in the industry championing disability representation and education. Together\, they bring lived experience\, cultural pride\, and deep joy to every program they lead—empowering communities to embrace disability as identity\, creativity\, resiliency\, and collective strength. \nLocation\nPerennial Garden at the New York Botanical Garden\n2900 Southern Boulevard\, Bronx\, NY 10458
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/disability-pride-disability-joy-exists-a-community-art-making-workshop/
LOCATION:New York Botanical Garden\, 2900 Southern Blvd\, Bronx\, NY\, 10458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Arts and Crafts,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T190000
DTSTAMP:20260717T063513Z
CREATED:20260717T063513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T063513Z
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SUMMARY:Crazy Lil Dumplings Comedy Show 纽约英文脱口秀演出
DESCRIPTION:Lil Dumplings Comedy Show\n5:30 show. Doors open 5pm.\nDumplings. Drinks. Stand-Up. All Fire.\n\n\n\nLil Dumplings Comedy ShowDumplings. Drinks. Stand-Up. All Fire. \nNYC’s only dumpling-fueled comedy night is here. Produced by comedian David Jin\, Lil Dumplings serves up killer laughs and handmade dumplings in an intimate comedy club venue. Expect bold flavors\, strong drinks\, and a rotating lineup of the city’s funniest rising stars. \nSmall room. Big laughs. Hot dumplings. \nDumpling offerings: pork w/chive and vegetarianGet your seat before it’s gone. \n\n\nTickets: $25+fee at Red Room\n\n18 or over.\nFood is free and will be served tasting menu style to audience\nTwo drink minimum (non-alcoholic drinks are available)\nIMPORTANT: Customers must arrive 20 minutes before showtime\nNO REFUNDS.\nTICKETS SUSPECTED OF BEING PURCHASED FOR THE PURPOSE OF RESELLING MAY BE CANCELLED AT OUR DISCRETION.\nThis is a SPECIAL EVENT. No Groupons\, discount tickets or passes accepted.\n25 percent grautity added to all checks\nLineup subject to change\n\n \n* The performance will open for admission 30 minutes before scheduled start time and doors will close promptly at the start time. We reserve the right to deny entry to late guests. \n* Audience must enter with a ticket\, and minors are not allowed inside. \n* No recording\, video capturing\, and the use of flash photography \n\n\nFirst Overseas Chinese Standup Variety show is Here!\n \n🔥ChowFun StandUp & CrazyLaugh now on YouTube!🔥\nFull playlist: chowfun.crazylaugh.co \nDon’t worry we got English subs! \n\n\n\n\n\nWanna  for yourself? \nGo for it! With an 800-word script\, the stage is yours! \nNo previous experience required to perform at our open-mics. We welcome and encourage everyone\, especially if English is not your first language\, who crave for free expression to join us. \nOur CrazyLaugh editorial team provides all the assistance we can – script revisioning\, audition sessions\, acting classes\, expert training materials\, professional photography and videography. You too can become a star comedian! \nFor more information or to sign-up\, please contact us on Eventbrite or through WeChat . QR codes are listed below. \n\n\n\nAbout Us \nCrazyLaugh Comedy \nThe first Chinese Stand-up comedy club in NY\, NJ and DC with a simple goal to inspire the Asian community\, especially the first generation immigrants to find their voices and be their authentic selves. Together\, we laugh louder. \n \nCrazyLaugh \nA dynamic oversea Chinese culture content production platform. \nAt CrazyLaugh\, our mission is to inspire a shift in perspective\, transforming life’s twists and stress into moments of humor and laughter. We believe every challenge is a setup for a punchline\, and we’re dedicated to empowering everyone find theirs. Together\, we’re not just facing life’s ups and downs; we’re turning them into a shared journey of joy and community laughter. \n \nFor more information please visit crazylaugh.co \nContact: hi@crazylaugh.co \n—————————————————————— \nCrazyLaugh is affliated with P&Y Foudnation\, a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization \n \nCrazyLaugh保留拒绝为任何人服务的权利 \nCrazyLaugh reserves the right to refuse service to anyone
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/crazy-lil-dumplings-comedy-show-%e7%ba%bd%e7%ba%a6%e8%8b%b1%e6%96%87%e8%84%b1%e5%8f%a3%e7%a7%80%e6%bc%94%e5%87%ba/
LOCATION:Broadway Comedy Club\, 318 West 53rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTSTAMP:20260717T092132Z
CREATED:20260717T083010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T092132Z
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SUMMARY:Film: Characters Disappearing with Q&A
DESCRIPTION:CHARACTERS DISAPPEARING\, the debut feature film from A4’s 2022 Van Lier Fellow Connor Sen Warnick\, is opening its first theatrical run in NYC at the Roxy Cinema! \nJuly 20 at 7pm\, followed by a Q&A with director Connor Sen Warnick\, moderated by Del Holton.  https://www.roxycinemanewyork.com/screenings/characters-disappearing-2/ \nJuly 25 at 4:30pm\, followed by a Q&A with director Connor Sen Warnick\, moderated by Steve Macfarlane.https://www.roxycinemanewyork.com/screenings/characters-disappearing-3/ \nJuly 26 at 3:15pm\, followed by a Q&A with director Connor Sen Warnick\, moderated by Herb Tam.  https://www.roxycinemanewyork.com/screenings/characters-disappearing/ \nSYNOPSIS: The paths of Mei\, Chris and Leonard intersect within a melancholic vision of the Asian American Movement. This is a Chinatown rarely seen\, where bursts of unexplained violence and spectral figures co-exist with the promise\, and fragility\, of multi-ethnic solidarities. \nThis project was produced with the support of A4 and explores historic threads informed by first-hand research into the archives of 1970s Chinatown artist/activist communities such as the I Wor Kuen and Basement Workshop. \nDistributed by Lunette Films.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/film-characters-disappearing-theatrical-premiere-and-qa/
LOCATION:Roxy Cinema\, 2 6th Avenue Cellar Level\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T190000
DTSTAMP:20260717T160812Z
CREATED:20260717T160812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T160812Z
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SUMMARY:Pack Activist First Aid Safety Kits for Delaney Hall and Silkscreen Printing
DESCRIPTION:Delaney Hall 2nd Kit Packing Party \nMasks are REQUIRED for this event. N95\, KN95\, or KF94 masks are preferred and will be provided. Event location will be shared after you submit your registration.\nThis event includes: \n4:00–7:00 PM Activist Safety Kit Packing \nYou helped us fundraise and pack 500 activist safety kits last month\, and we’ve hand-delivered all of them to comrades on the ground over the past few weeks! We’d love to invite you (back) to join us for our second kit-packing party as we continue supporting the activists at Delaney Hall – immigrant detention center.  HELP US PACK KITS AND FOLD ZINES! \nSilkscreen Printing Fundraiser \nBring a clean T-shirt\, bandana or tote for printing our “Shut Down Delaney Hall” design (suggested donation $10-20)\, or buy a pre-printed t-shirt ($20-40). Proceeds go to Delaney Hall mutual aid supplies\, family hospitality tent\, and the Soto family. \nFunds will be split between Soto family\, families of Delaney Hall and Prairieland defendants
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/pack-activist-first-aid-safety-kits-for-delaney-hall-and-silkscreen-printing/
LOCATION:Manhattan NYC – to be disclosed after registering
CATEGORIES:Activism,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T191500
DTSTAMP:20260717T131024Z
CREATED:20260717T131024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T131024Z
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SUMMARY:Pride: Queer\, Trans\, and Asian Activism in 2026
DESCRIPTION:In 2024\, activists Pauline Park\, Ryan Shen\, Karen Lee\, Rohan Zhou-Lee\, and Ananya Garg spoke together on a panel about being our authentic queer selves for National Coming Out Day. In the face of challenges today\, come hear what they have to say about how to move forward as Queer Asians. Explore the intersection of Queer and Asian identities in this dynamic panel discussion. \nRegistration is optional but encouraged. If you would like to register for this program\, please click this link and answer a few questions: https://shorturl.at/WTt46 \nThis is an in-person program that you can also watch virtually. \n5:30-6:00      Meet + Greet\n6:00-7:00      Panel Program (simultaneously live-streamed)\n7:00-7:15      Q & A (simultaneously live-streamed) \nJoin us on Zoom: https://queenslib.org/4eUDbeh Meeting ID: 851 2674 5984 Passcode: 535740
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/pride-queer-trans-and-asian-activism-in-2026/
LOCATION:Queens Public Library – Flushing Branch\, 41-17 Main Street\, Flushing\, NY\, 11355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion,In Person,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T223000
DTSTAMP:20260717T065022Z
CREATED:20260717T065022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T065022Z
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SUMMARY:Their Films\, Our Films: Black Narcissus
DESCRIPTION:A series of screenings & discussions contrasting films about India/South Asia by Western directors with films by South Asians ourselves.\n\n\nFilmed and released on the eve of Indian and Pakistani independence\, Black Narcissus is globally lauded as a stunning cinematic project. It won the Oscars for ‘Best Color Cinematography’ and ‘Best Color Art Direction’ the year it was released. It also upholds the Western tradition of using Indian landscapes and bodies as mere storytelling props. The Indians are the background for a “larger” story focusing on Westerners dealing with the “harsh” and “inhospitable” landscape. The film features brown face and\, unsurprisingly\, just one Indian actor. \nThe film continues to be lauded for its epic colors\, landscapes (all hand painted and not actually shot anywhere near the Himalayas)\, and story\, but critics constantly ignore the racism\, orientalism\, and the ever prevalent stench of Empire while discussing this film.  \nThis screening is part of a larger series of screenings and discussions attempting to pair Western films about South Asia with South Asian films dealing with similar themes or spaces. Black Narcissus will be paired with the Indian film A Death in the Gunj screening on 7/27(tickets available here). This series is a chance to go beyond the binaries of Bollywood and racist Indian caricatures to understand what it truly means to make Indian cinema. \nJoin us for a rare screening and discussion of Black Narcissus\, led by Anjali Krishnakumar\, an Indian writer\, chef\, and film critic. \nThe ticket price includes admission to the film screening and the cover for Ornithology jazz club. Drinks are available for purchase at the bar downstairs and food is available at the cafe next door. \n7:30 pm – Doors open \n8:00 pm – Host introduction + Screening \n10:00 pm – Film discussion \nAbout the film: \nBlack Narcissus (1947) (100 mins) \nA group of Anglican nuns\, led by Sister Clodagh (Deborah Kerr)\, are sent to a mountain in the Himalayas. The climate in the region is hostile\, and the nuns are housed in an odd old palace. They work to establish a school and a hospital\, but slowly their focus shifts. Sister Ruth (Kathleen Byron) falls for a government worker\, Mr. Dean (David Farrar)\, and begins to question her vow of celibacy. As Sister Ruth obsesses over Mr. Dean\, Sister Clodagh becomes immersed in her own memories of love.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/their-films-our-films-black-narcissus/
LOCATION:Ornithology Jazz Club\, 6 Suydam Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11221\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T140000
DTSTAMP:20260714T122732Z
CREATED:20260714T122732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T122732Z
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SUMMARY:Thai SELECT Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Thai SELECT Festival New York 2026 returns on Tuesday\, July 21\, bringing the all-new Thai SELECT Playground to Grand Central! \nTaste your way through authentic dishes from 15 Thai SELECT-certified restaurants\, including Wayla\, Chalong\, Untable\, Soothr\, Phranakhon\, Nuar\, Lalyn\, and more. Plus\, enjoy cultural performances\, live entertainment\, interactive experiences\, and a special BINGO activity featuring special appearances by Thai actors Mile Phakphum Romsaithong (@milephakphum) and Apo Nattawin Wattanagitiphat (@apo555). ✨ \n📅 Tuesday\, July 21\, 2026\n⏰ 11:00 AM–2:00 PM\n📍 Grand Central\, Vanderbilt Hall\, 89 E 42nd St\, New York\, NY 10017\n🎟️ Free admission\n🍜 Food and drinks available for purchase \nSave the date\, bring your friends\, and experience the flavors\, culture\, and energy of Thailand—all in one unforgettable afternoon!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/thai-select-festival/
LOCATION:Grand Central Terminal\, 89 E 42nd St.\, New York\, NY\, 10017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T200000
DTSTAMP:20260717T083728Z
CREATED:20260717T083728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T083728Z
UID:10002883-1784656800-1784664000@potluckasianamerica.org
SUMMARY:MOCA Town Hall  (Museum of Chinese in America)
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) invites you to join for a community town hall\, an opportunity for open dialogue\, questions\, and shared conversation about issues that matter to the community\, including the City’s capital funding for the Museum of Chinese in America’s building purchase and the construction of the new jail in Chinatown. The town hall will take place on Tuesday\, July 21\, from 6–8pm at Manny Cantor Center\, 197 East Broadway\, New York\, NY 10002. The discussion will be moderated by a professional neutral mediator and is open to the public. \nDuring the town hall\, MOCA leadership will provide information\, respond to questions\, and\, most importantly\, listen to community perspectives and concerns. The forum is intended to create a space for respectful dialogue\, greater transparency\, and constructive engagement. \nThis convening builds on a series of conversations MOCA has held with community members\, cultural leaders\, scholars\, artists\, and partner organizations over the past several years. They hope this gathering will foster mutual understanding\, strengthen community connections\, and help communities move forward together. \nTo help MOCA prepare the space appropriately\, they kindly ask that you register in advance. Walk-in registration will also be available at check-in. \nFor more information\, please email info@mocanyc.org.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-town-hall-museum-of-chinese-in-america/
LOCATION:Manny Cantor Center\, 197 East Broadway\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T203000
DTSTAMP:20260710T185403Z
CREATED:20260710T185403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T185403Z
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SUMMARY:Live at the Gantries: Insun Park & Generals
DESCRIPTION:Experience Live at the Gantries—a free outdoor concert series at Gantry Plaza State Park in LIC. Celebrate the rich cultures of Queens with top local talent and stunning sunsets over the East River. Concerts take place on Tuesdays at 7 PM. It’s free—just show up! Bring a chair\, picnic\, friends—even your dancing shoes—and enjoy a summer of live music in the park! \nDirect from South Korea\, Insun Park & Generals fuse Korean traditional music and mask dance rhythms with contemporary rock to create a bold\, high-energy sound. Led by master vocalist and Gangnyeong Mask Dance performer Insun Park—one of the few female masters of this designated Intangible Cultural Heritage—the group delivers a vibrant\, boundary-crossing sound rooted in cultural heritage and fearless reinvention. \nLocation: Gantry Plaza State Park\, LIC
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/live-at-the-gantries-insun-park-generals/
LOCATION:Gantry Plaza State Park
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTSTAMP:20260714T130346Z
CREATED:20260714T130346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T130346Z
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SUMMARY:Faye Wong Jazz Night
DESCRIPTION:On July 22\, 929 Jazz Club shines the spotlight on the legendary Faye Wong\, reimagining her timeless classics from both her Cantonese and Mandarin discography through the language of jazz. \nJoined by our live band\, guest vocalist April Wu will bring new life to some of Faye’s most beloved songs\, inviting you into her sonic world for one special evening. \n☎️ July 22\, Wednesday\n📀 First show 7:00PM\n💿 Second show 9:00PM
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/faye-wong-jazz-night/
LOCATION:929 Jazz Club\, 56 E 41st Street\, 2nd Fl.\, New York\, NY\, 10017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTSTAMP:20260722T161150Z
CREATED:20260708T015621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T161150Z
UID:10002808-1784678400-1784851199@potluckasianamerica.org
SUMMARY:Japan Society Ainu Summer Festival - 50% discount code
DESCRIPTION:Use discount code JACLAINU50 for a 50% discount\nFor the first time ever\, Japan Society is bringing over 25 Ainu performers\, artisans\, educators to New York City. This exciting series of events has been years in the planning and is a collaboration between Japan Society\, the town of Biratori in Hokkaido\, Japan. The events are co-programmed by filmmaker Naomi Mizoguchi\, director of the film Ainu: Indigenous People of Japan with support from various NYC Japanese American community members.  \nVisit japansociety.org/ainufestival for tickets and more information. Use discount code JACLAINU50 for a 50% discount upon checkout for any of the four main auditorium events\, Sinot: The Dances of the Sar River\, Ipe: The Culinary Heritageof the Ainu\, and Ikarkar & Itak: Ainu Embroidery and Language (workshops are not included in the discount). Please click on the specific event for individual tickets. \nPlease note that Naomi Mizoguchi’s film\, Ainu: Indigenous People of Japan will be screening prior to the main events on July 22nd\, 23rd and August 13th and will be presented free with RSVP.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/japan-society-ainu-summer-festival/
LOCATION:Japan Society\, 333 East 47th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Festival,Film
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260709T110951Z
CREATED:20260709T110951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T110951Z
UID:10002817-1784678400-1785023999@potluckasianamerica.org
SUMMARY:Shen Wei Dance Arts | Guangdong Modern Dance Company
DESCRIPTION:Part of the Pasculano Collaborative for Contemporary Dance \nAs part of Chinese Arts Week and Dance Encounters\, a new cross-cultural\, cross-national\, and cross-temporal work MindScape from choreographer Shen Wei features Shen Wei Dance Arts and Guangdong Modern Dance Company\, co-commissioned by Lincoln Center and American Dance Festival. Combining contemporary dance with poetry\, abstract calligraphy\, and painting\, the work explores the spiritual pursuit of inner harmony and transcendence\, and how this ancient concept may be used in pursuit of a future “spiritual landscape\,” creating profound unity between humanity and nature. \n\n\nWednesday\, July 22\, 2026 at 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 23\, 2026 at 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, July 24\, 2026 at 7:00 pm \n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 25\, 2026 at 6:00 pm \nRun Time: Approximately 45 minutes \n\n\nPhoto credit: Gabe Palacio
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/shen-wei-dance-arts-guangdong-modern-dance-company/
LOCATION:Hearst Plaza\, 30 Lincoln Center Plaza\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Dance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T192112Z
CREATED:20260612T192112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T192112Z
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SUMMARY:APAICS Energy & Commerce Summit
DESCRIPTION:The APAICS Energy & Commerce Summit brings together industry and community leaders alongside Asian American & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AA & NH/PI) Members of Congress to discuss top-line energy and commerce concerns that are affecting the AA & NH/PI community and the nation at-large. \n​During the virtual Summit\, speakers will explore topics ranging from green workforce development\, the current state of the energy landscape\, the future of climate action\, building next generation businesses\, mobility and transportation access\, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence and data centers. Community and industry leaders\, alongside key stakeholders and policymakers\, will discuss the challenges they face and the policy solutions they are developing in response. \n​The 2026 Energy & Commerce Summit will air virtually on July 22 on YouTube. \nPanel Overview \n\nJobs of Tomorrow: Building a Green Workforce for the Future\nThe Energy Landscape: State of Play\, Challenges\, and Solutions\nBuilding Next Generation Businesses\nMobility and Transportation Access in AA & NH/PI Communities
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/apaics-energy-commerce-summit-2/
LOCATION:YouTube\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Conference,Virtual
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SUMMARY:From ABGs to “Wasian” TikTok: How Asian Identity Became an Aesthetic
DESCRIPTION:From ABGs to “Wasian” TikTok: How Asian Identity Became an Aesthetic \nThis engaging conversation explores how pop culture\, social media\, beauty trends\, and dating discourse have shaped how Asian identity is perceived\, performed\, and consumed online. \nAuthors Kaila Yu and Joan King will examine the rise of labels and aesthetics such as ABG culture\, “boba liberal” identity\, K-pop beauty ideals\, and “Wasian” TikTok\, asking what happens when a community’s identity becomes a trend. Drawing on Kaila’s book Fetishized and Joan Sung’s Kinda Korean\, the discussion will unpack how these representations affect belonging\, self-image\, desirability\, and how Asian Americans understand themselves. \nParticipants will leave with: \n✨ A deeper understanding of how Asian identity has been shaped by media and online culture \n✨ Language for discussing fetishization\, beauty standards\, and representation \n✨ Insight into the difference between visibility\, validation\, and real belonging \n✨ Questions to consider about who gets to define culture in the social media age \nKaila Yu is an author based in Los Angeles. Her debut memoir is titled ‘Fetishized: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever\, Feminism\, and Beauty\,’ published by Penguin Random House’s Crown Publishing. She’s also a luxury travel and culture writer with bylines in The New York Times\, Rolling Stone\, Los Angeles Times\, Condé Nast Traveler\, and many more. \nJoan Sung is a national cultural competency conference presenter and consultant and has a BA in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing\, an MA in English\, and a Doctorate in Education. Her articles regarding Asian American voices have been published in TinyBeans.com\, Mochi Magazine\, Memoir Magazine\, and Writerly Magazine. She lives in the Seattle area with her husband\, her son\, and two dogs.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/from-abgs-to-wasian-tiktok-how-asian-identity-became-an-aesthetic/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Pop Culture,Virtual
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