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SUMMARY:Author Talk: Have You Eaten Yet?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Cheuk Kwan\, director and producer of the 15 part documentary series\, “Chinese Restaurants” on YouTube and author of “Have You Eaten Yet?” a book inspired by his series. Before Anthony Bourdain’s “A Cook’s Tour”\, there was Cheuk Kwan’s\, “Chinese Restaurants.” He traveled for 4 years to unexpected places in the world of the Chinese diaspora. \nCheuk will share the stories of Chinese immigrants found in unexpected places in the world.  From the Amazon River in Brazil to Israel; to Norway\, the land of the midnight sun and one of the few Chinese restaurants within the Arctic Circle; to Cape Town’s first Chinese restaurant to the oldest one in Istanbul. Running a restaurant is the easiest path for the Chinese immigrants to integrate into a new community and get on their feet. Through the lens of food\, they shared their stories with Cheuk – stories of courage\, survival and hope. Each story is unique and at the same time\, very familiar to our own immigrant story. \nWe will also have a drawing for 3 signed books at the end of the webinar.  Winner must be present.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/author-talk-have-you-eaten-yet/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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SUMMARY:MOCACREATE: Hot Off the Press! with Teaching Artist Yu Rong
DESCRIPTION:Use techniques like stamping and monoprinting to create a custom mini-magazine filled with personalized prints.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/mocacreate-hot-off-the-press-with-teaching-artist-yu-rong-2/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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SUMMARY:Culture Connection: Me And Mr. Jones
DESCRIPTION:QPL’s Culture Connection is delighted to host this conversation with Suzi Ronson and May Pang in honor of Women’s History Month!\n\n\nQPL’s Culture Connection is delighted to host this conversation with Suzi Ronson and May Pang in honor of Women’s History Month! These women have been part of the histories of two of the biggest legends in rock ‘n’ roll: David Bowie and John Lennon. They will tell their own stories together\, from a woman’s perspective\, during this Culture Connection exclusive event. \nSuzi Ronson recently penned her memoir Me and Mr. Jones: My Life with David Bowie and the Spiders from Mars. Ronson traveled the world with Bowie and his legendary backing band as his hairdresser\, stylist\, and confidante. \nMay Pang was hired by John Lennon and Yoko Ono as their personal assistant in 1970. She would eventually become their production coordinator. Pang is the author of the books Loving John and Instamatic Karma\, where she recounts her personal and professional relationship with the musical icon and former Beatle. Pang has also worked for Apple Records and in A&R for United Artists and Island Records where she coordinated all activities related to the release of albums by Robert Palmer\, Third World\, and Bob Marley and the Wailers. \nThis program will be moderated by musician/artist Dylan Hundley (Lulu Lewis and Darling Black). \nLimited copies of Me and Mr. Jones will be available for sale and signing. \nRegister for up to 3 free tickets.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/culture-connection-me-and-mr-jones/
LOCATION:Central Library\, 8911 Merrick Blvd.\, Jamaica\, NY\, 11432\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T163000
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SUMMARY:Holi\, Phagwa Festival A celebration of colors\, spring\, and unity!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate spring with us!  Join Abha Roy\, Srijan Dance Company\, Dr. Naren Budhakar\, Roshni Harripersaud\, Ethan Rampersaud and Brandon Mohammed for an afternoon of Indian music\, and dance that embraces the colors and joy of spring. \nThe afternoon begins with a dance workshop led by master teaching artist Abha Roy.  Then enjoy the show\, featuring the Indian classical forms of thumri and tarana\, intertwined into a single piece in kathak dance style by Srijan Dance Center. The late great Tabla Maestro Zakir Hussein will be remembered by Dr. Narendra Budhakar’s tabla solo and Rajasthani folk dances;  as well as phagwa folk music by Roshni Harripersaud\, Ethan Rampersaud and Brandon Mohammed from Guyana.  Delicious food by Queens Curry Kitchen will be available for sale throughout the day.  Holi is celebrated by all\, regardless of culture\, caste\, gender\, or religious affiliation. \nWhat is Holi? \nHoli\, often called the “festival of colors\,” is a vibrant and joyful Hindu celebration that marks spring’s arrival\, the triumph of good over evil\, and the legendary love between Radha and Krishna. \nThis festival\, mainly observed in South Asia but also recognized globally\, typically spans two days and is rooted in ancient traditions\, mythology and community gatherings. Its date changes\, as it is based on the full moon in the month of Phalguna\, part of the Hindu lunar calendar\, usually falling in late February or March. In 2024\, Holi falls on Monday\, March 25.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/holi-phagwa-festival-a-celebration-of-colors-spring-and-unity/
LOCATION:Flushing Town Hall\, 137-35 Northern Blvd\, Flushing\, NY\, 11354\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Festival,Hybrid,In Person,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T170000
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SUMMARY:MOCA PERFORMS - Mountain Mom\, a staged reading
DESCRIPTION:A comedy play that looks into the dynamic of an interracial family\, as they welcome a newborn baby\, and the Asian mother-in-law joins.\n\n\nWhat does your family dynamic look like? How does it shift when a new member joins the picture? What about in an interracial family? The Museum of Chinese in America is pleased to collaborate with playwright Rachel Chin to present a staged reading of her new play\, Mountain Mom. This play follows the couple Grace and Salim as they welcome a newborn baby. When Grace’s Malaysian-Chinese mother comes to the United States to stay with them\, Salim\, who is African American\, must navigate the perils of cross-cultural communication. This reading will be followed by a Q&A session. \nABOUT Playwright Rachel Chin\nRachel Chin is a Malaysian-born Chinese playwright and actor based in Illinois. She is a nominee for the Playwrights’ Center’s upcoming Venturous Playwright Fellowship\, and an inaugural resident of the Centre 42 Playwright’s Professional Development Residency\, a Veda Mekani performing arts scholarship recipient\, and a founding member of the sketch comedy group Otters United FC. Her plays have been produced by the Yale Cabaret\, The Theatre of Others\, MoreLife Theatre\, The Wright Stuff Festival\, and the Singapore International Festival of the Arts (SIFA X). Rachel’s work brings global issues like climate change\, immigration\, and social justice into domestic spaces\, and has been recognized for its ability to find levity in difficult themes. She is pursuing her MFA in Writing for the Screen and Stage at Northwestern University. www.rachelchin.com
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-performs-mountain-mom-a-staged-reading/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
CATEGORIES:In Person,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T210000
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SUMMARY:Top Chef’s Kristen Kish in Conversation with Stacy London: Accidentally on Purpose
DESCRIPTION:The pivotal moments in Kristen Kish’s life are chronicled on her tattooed arms — arms that can barely contain the moments and now also reflect an Emmy nomination. \nKish’s unlikely trajectory — born in South Korea and adopted into a family in Michigan\, a meteoric rise in the culinary world that took her from Top Chef contestant and winner to the full-circle moment of becoming the show’s host — has been full of unexpected turns. But as she reveals in her deeply personal new memoir\, Accidentally on Purpose\, it’s in the unplanned moments that life truly takes shape. Kish joins us with stylist\, fashion designer\, author and friend Stacy London to talk about the book and the backstory of her journey in food and in life\, about coming out and finding love\, and more. And she shares the lessons she has learned along the way: there is no map\, accidents happen\, curveballs come\, be open. \n“She’s written a recipe for a life worth living: with purpose\, curiosity\, forgiveness\, luck\, and of course—what every recipe relies on—love.” ― Stacy London\, co-host Wear Whatever the F You Want on Amazon Prime
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/top-chefs-kristen-kish-in-conversation-with-stacy-london-accidentally-on-purpose/
LOCATION:92nd Street Y (92NY / 92Y)\, 1395 Lexington Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T143000
DTSTAMP:20250321T050245Z
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SUMMARY:Move\, Create\, & Connect: Practices from Asian Cultures for a Healthy Mind
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate mindfulness and wellness by joining us for a day of movement\, art\, and traditions from Asian cultures.\n\n\nJoin us on March 23rd\, 2025\, at the Flushing YMCA for Move\, Create\, & Connect: Practices from Asian Cultures for a Healthy Mind \nThis FREE event\, hosted by the Asian American Federation\, is a chance to relax\, learn\, and connect through Asian traditions that support mental well-being. \nEnjoy a Day of Wellness & Culture \n\nPractice calming movement with tai chi and yoga\n\n\nCreate with hands-on art activities led by local Asian artists\nConnect with mental health resources from community organizations\nLearn how Asian cultural traditions can support emotional well-being\n\nStay Informed & Get Support \n\nPick up our Stay Safe from Hate booklet\, available in 14 Asian languages\nLearn strategies to stay safe and protect your mental health\n\nWhether you want to explore something new\, find support\, or simply enjoy a peaceful\, creative day\, Move\, Create\, & Connect is open to all—come be part of the experience!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/move-create-connect-practices-from-asian-cultures-for-a-healthy-mind/
LOCATION:Flushing YMCA\, 138-46 Northern Boulevard\, Queens\, NY\, 11354\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T183000
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SUMMARY:Indo-Constellations: Rāginī Festival x Flushing Town Hall’s First Mini-Global Mashup Festival
DESCRIPTION:Ragini Festival comes to Queens through a partnership with Flushing Town Hall in celebration of contemporary Indo-Caribbean sounds. Featuring pop mixed with strains of Indian classical music\, chutney and island sonic culture in a mashup of sets\, this event features seminal Bollywood tunes by singer Ben Parag followed by an inter-cultural percussion mashup of iron\, steel and leather- all materials of the Afro/Indo Trinidadian rhythm culture. The show culminates in a convergence of island culture with all its diasporic echoes and conversations that unite and honor shared histories.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/indo-constellations-ragini-festival-x-flushing-town-halls-first-mini-global-mashup-festival/
LOCATION:Flushing Town Hall\, 137-35 Northern Blvd\, Flushing\, NY\, 11354\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T160000
DTSTAMP:20250318T121009Z
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SUMMARY:Book Talk with Bianca Mabute-Louie
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual book talk hosted by the Chinese Historical Society of America Museum-Bla-Blackness with Bianca Mabute-Louie\, author of Unassimilable. \nIn this powerful and deeply personal book\, Mabute-Louie explores the complexities of Asian American identity\, anti-Blackness\, and the myths of assimilation. Through history\, personal narrative\, and sharp analysis\, Unassimilable challenges readers to rethink race\, belonging\, and solidarity in America.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/book-talk-with-bianca-mabute-louie/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Book,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T190000
DTSTAMP:20250321T232609Z
CREATED:20250318T073535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T232609Z
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SUMMARY:Theorizing Liberation: Third Worldism and the Legacy of Gary Okihiro
DESCRIPTION:The Center for the Study of Ethnicity and Race (CSER) invites you to “Theorizing Liberation: Third Worldism and the Legacy of Gary Okihiro at CSER\,” a gathering in honor of the legacy of CSER’s founding director\, Gary Okihiro (1945-2024)\, who passed away in May of last year. \nGary served as CSER’s director from the Center’s formation in 1999 until 2007. He laid the groundwork for CSER to become Columbia’s only hub for comparative and interdisciplinary analysis of ethnicity\, race\, and Indigeneity\, nationally recognized for its academic initiatives and transformative scholarship. CSER now serves over 100 undergraduate majors\, minors\, and M.A. students a year. \nGary’s 2016 book\, Third World Studies: Theorizing Liberation (Duke University Press)\, contends that contemporary Ethnic Studies has fallen short of its original mandate\, which emphasized the interconnectedness of the struggles of all Third World peoples. This event brings together five of Gary’s former students\, several of whom studied with him during his years at CSER\, and went on to become accomplished scholars in the field. \nOur panelists will reflect on the histories of CSER and the field of Ethnic Studies more broadly\, Gary’s scholarly contributions\, and the prospect of Third World studies. In doing so\, they will be engaging in “a work of imagination\,” envisioning possible futures for Ethnic Studies at Columbia and beyond.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/theorizing-liberation-third-worldism-and-the-legacy-of-gary-okihiro/
LOCATION:Columbia Graduate School of Journalism\, 2950 Broadway - World Room\, Pulitzer Hall\, 3rd Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10027
CATEGORIES:Education,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T203000
DTSTAMP:20250318T102611Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T102611Z
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SUMMARY:Schooling in the Camps: The Effects of Wartime Incarceration on Japanese American Youth
DESCRIPTION:Join Densho and the Localized History Project for a virtual workshop exploring the histories and stories of young Japanese Americans impacted by wartime incarceration. The workshop will share histories of schooling and resistance during Japanese American incarceration\, the enduring legacies of this history in New York State\, and how Densho utilizes oral histories to preserve\, share and pass on this history.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/localized-history-workshop-series-schooling-in-the-camps-the-effects-of-wartime-incarceration-on-japanese-american-youth/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:History,Virtual,Webinar
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SUMMARY:APAICS Health Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join the 2025 APAICS Health Summit\, airing virtually on March 25-26. Don’t miss the chance to hear from elected officials\, industry leaders\, and community partners as they address current mental health issues and disparities in healthcare and their effects on Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AA & NH/PI) communities.  Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) \nWe are excited to tackle a variety of issues across our six panels: \n\nMental Health Matters\nThe Affordable Care Act at 15\nInterpreting Health Disparities Through Disaggregated Data\nTackling Challenges in Achieving Health Outcomes\nAI and Emerging Healthcare Technologies\nLet’s Talk About Medical Debt!\n\nThe Health Summit will also feature various Members of Congress such as CAPAC Chair and APAICS Board Member Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06) and CAPAC Freshman Representative Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10) Visit our website to register and see the full list of featured speakers!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/apaics-health-summit-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Conference,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T160000
DTSTAMP:20250320T170840Z
CREATED:20250318T073529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T170840Z
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SUMMARY:Briefing: AAPI Views on Health Care\, DOGE\, and more…
DESCRIPTION:What do AA and NHPI communities think about DOGE and the current administration’s health care\, budget\, and immigration policy priorities? \nJoin us and experts at APIAVote\, AAJA\, and NCAPA to to find out and access the latest insights from our AAPI Data/AP-NORC survey partnership\, where we will have new public opinion data and insights on timely current events and policies. This briefing will be useful for journalists\, policymakers\, and community partners alike. \nFeatured speakers will include: \n\nSara Sadhwani\, Senior Researcher\, AAPI Data & Assistant Professor\, Pomona College\nKarthick Ramakrishnan\, Founder and Executive Director\, AAPI Data\nBob Sakaniwa\, Director of Policy and Advocacy\, APIAVote\nGregg Orton\, National Director\, NCAPA\n\nReserve your spot now at: apia.vote/march25 and please share with your networks! \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/community-dna-forum-march-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T210000
DTSTAMP:20250318T110814Z
CREATED:20250318T072345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T110814Z
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SUMMARY:Book Launch: Global Battlefields: Memoir of a Legendary Public Intellectual from the Global South
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Wagner Office of International Programs\, New York Southeast Asia Network\, Sulo: Philippine Studies Initiative at NYU\, NYU Democracy Project \nBook Launch for Walden Bello’s book: Memoir of a Legendary Public Intellectual from the Global South. The story of a Filipino activist and intellectual\, from Princeton PhD in sociology and anti-Vietnam War activist\, to pro-democracy activist against the Marcos Dictatorship\, member of Congress and Vice-Presidential candidate\, University Professor and intellectual.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/book-launch-global-battlefields-memoir-of-a-legendary-public-intellectual-from-the-global-south/
LOCATION:Main Event Space\, 105 East 17th Street\,\, 105 East 17th Street\, Main Event Space\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T200000
DTSTAMP:20250312T135708Z
CREATED:20250312T125154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T135708Z
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SUMMARY:Obsessions! A Memory Piece Paperback Launch with Lisa Ko
DESCRIPTION:“A heartbreaking elegy for a communal\, almost utopian approach to urban life.” — Rumaan Alam\, critically acclaimed author of Entitlement\n\n\nTo celebrate the paperback release of Lisa Ko’s most recent novel\, Memory Piece\, P&T Knitwear is pleased to host a night of author presentations on topics they’re obsessed with — from recent internet wormholes to novel ‘research.’ \nLisa will be joined by Jennifer Baker\, author of Forgive Me Not; Temim Fruchter\, author of City of Laughter; Benedict Nguyễn\, author of Hot Girls with Balls; and Nina Sharma\, author of The Way You Make Me Feel: Love in Black and Brown. Each of these writers will share presentations on their favorite obsessions. Afterwards\, Lisa will sign copies of Memory Piece. \nAn innovative and visionary novel\, set across eighty years — the predigital 1980s\, the art and tech subcultures of the 90s\, and an imagined portrait of the 2040s — from the critically acclaimed author of The Leavers\, Memory Piece investigates the lives of three lifelong friends as their relationship matures\, their definitions of success become complicated\, and their sense of what matters evolves. \n  \nRESERVE YOUR SIGNED PAPERBACK EDITION OF MEMORY PIECE: A NOVEL\nAVAILABLE TO SHIP MOST PLACES\n• NAMED ONE OF TIME’S MUST-READ BOOKS OF 2024 • ONE OF NPR’s BEST READS OF 2024 • A VOGUE BEST BOOK OF 2024 • ONE OF BARACK OBAMA’S FAVORITE READS OF SUMMER 2024• \n\n\nThis is a ticketed in-store event with limited amphitheater-style seating. Doors open at 6:30pm.\nCost of a $5 general admission ticket can be applied towards your purchase of the featured event book or any product in our café the night of an event.\nCost of a book bundle ticket reflects the total cost of the feature event book (MSRP plus tax). Each book bundle ticket guarantees ticket holders one (1) copy of the feature event book.\nThe talk will be followed by a book signing. Books signed at P&T Knitwear events must be purchased from P&T Knitwear. If you would like a signed copy and cannot attend the event\, we’re happy to take your pre-order. We ship most places!\nWe encourage all guests to wear masks.\n\n  \nABOUT THE AUTHORS\nLisa Ko is the author of the nationally bestselling novel The Leavers\, which was a finalist for the National Book Award for Fiction and the PEN/Hemingway Award\, and winner of the 2016 PEN/Bellwether Prize for Socially Engaged Fiction. Ko’s short fiction has appeared in The Best American Short Stories and her essays and nonfiction have been published in The New York Times and The Believer. \nJennifer Baker is a publishing professional of twenty years\, the creator and host of the Minorities in Publishing podcast\, and editor of the short story anthology Everyday People: The Color of Life. She has volunteered with organizations such as We Need Diverse Books and I\, Too\, Arts Collective\, and spoken widely on topics of inclusion\, the craft of writing\, podcasting\, and the inner workings of the publishing industry. Her fiction\, nonfiction\, and criticism have appeared in various print and online publications. \nTemim Fruchter is a queer nonbinary anti-Zionist Jewish writer who lives in Brooklyn\, NY. She holds an MFA in fiction from the University of Maryland\, and is the recipient of fellowships from the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities\, Vermont Studio Center\, and a 2020 Rona Jaffe Foundation Writer’s Award. She is co-host of Pete’s Reading Series in Brooklyn. Her debut novel\, City of Laughter\, a New York Times Editors’ Pick\, is out now on Grove Atlantic. \nBenedict Nguyễn is a freelance dancer\, creative producer\, and gym buff. She’s the author of the freelance labor zine nasty notes and the debut novel Hot Girls with Balls\, forthcoming from Catapult on July 1. \nNina Sharma’s work has appeared in The New Yorker\, Electric Literature\, Longreads\, and The Margins. A graduate of the MFA program at Columbia University\, she served as the programs director at the Asian American Writers’ Workshop and currently teaches at Columbia and Barnard College. She is a proud cofounder of the all–South Asian women’s improv group Not Your Biwi.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/obsessions-a-memory-piece-paperback-launch/
LOCATION:P&T Knitwear Books & Podcasts\, 180 Orchard Street\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,In Person,Storytelling
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T200000
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SUMMARY:Emily Feng on Identity in Xi’s China
DESCRIPTION:Conformity is a prized commodity in the Xi Jinping era. And for those who don’t conform — to the Party narrative\, or to a narrow definition of what it means to be “Chinese” — the state attempts to conform them\, through pressure\, censorship or detention. \nThis battle over identity in China is the core theme of Let Only Red Flowers Bloom: Identity and Belonging in Xi Jinping’s China (Crown\, March 2025)\, a reported investigation of state oppression and grassroots push-back\, from award-winning NPR correspondent Emily Feng. Based on her journalism on the ground\, the book narrates the stories of varied individuals in China who run against the grain of society: a Uyghur family split apart by detention camps; human rights lawyers fighting to defend civil liberties; a teacher from Inner Mongolia fighting for his mother tongue; and a Hong Kong fugitive trying to find a new home.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/emily-feng-on-identity-in-xis-china/
LOCATION:Asia Society\, 725 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10021
CATEGORIES:Book,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T183000
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SUMMARY:Screening of "Union" + Q&A with Stephen Maing  (RSVP for Public)
DESCRIPTION:Sainsbury Visiting Artist: Stephen Maing. Screening of “Union” + Q&A\n\n\nRSVP for non-Hunter / Public \nThe Department of Film and Media Studies presents\nSainsbury Visiting Artist: Stephen Maing \nScreening: Union \nA film by Stephen Maing and Brett Story \nUp against one of the most powerful companies on the planet\, a group of Amazon workers embark on an unprecedented campaign to unionize their warehouse in Staten Island\, NY. Winner of the US Documentary Special Jury Award for the Arts of Change\, Sundance Film Festival 2024. \nFollowed by Q&A with Stephen Maing \nModerated by Prof. Ricardo Miranda\, Film and Media Studies \nLocation: Lang Auditorium\, Hunter North 424\nDirections: Entrance at 69th St. between Lexington & Park Avenue \nMUST bring photo ID with home address to check in. \nQuestions? Contact: Prof. Kelly Anderson (kanderso@hunter.cuny.edu) \n  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/screening-of-union-qa-with-stephen-maing-rsvp-for-public/
LOCATION:Private: Lang Hall (HN424)\, Hunter College\, 695 Park Ave.\, New York\, NY\, 10065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T140000
DTSTAMP:20250318T003900Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing: The Gen Z Blueprint: Harnessing Social Media For Change
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to invite you to The Gen Z Blueprint: Harnessing Social Media for Change\, a marketing webinar designed to provide actionable insights for engaging Gen Z audiences on social media. \nCreative strategist and social media expert Angelina Hong of Gourmand Group will support attendees in strategizing and creating content that resonates with and fosters authentic engagement to drive results. With 8+ years of communications and social media marketing experience\, Angelina has supported 35+ clients across various industries\, successfully engaged 168+ influencers\, and driven over 20M views on social media for all their client accounts. \nThis is your chance to gain unique insights into building a brand that truly engages and activates a Gen Z audience. We can’t wait to see you there! \nWebinar Details: \nDate: Wednesday March 26th \nTime: 10am – 11am PST / 1pm – 2pm EST \nLocation: Online via Zoom
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/marketing-the-gen-z-blueprint-harnessing-social-media-for-change/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T160000
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SUMMARY:Annual Women of Ascend Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Women of Ascend Conference on March 26th. With the theme of Leading for Our Future\, this exclusive cohort offers you the chance to meet like-minded professionals–and maybe even a few of your heroes—as we hear from highly-accomplished women executives at the top of the Fortune 1000. \nAsk questions\, share stories\, and join intimate breakout sessions to brainstorm new visions for your own career. Reserve your spot today! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\nEktha Agarwal\, JiVA Mental Health \n\n\nBushra Amiwala\, Google\, Amiwala Foundation \n\n\nShruti Bahadur\, Dow \n\n\nBijayta Berger\, Synchrony \n\n\nLisa Bryant\, Dow \n\n\nKelvina Burrell\, Ascend & Black Rock \n\n\nCassindy Chao\, Ancient Wisdom | Modern Love \n\n\nKelly Chhor\, Ascend & Vancity Savings Credit \n\n\nAmanda Del Castillo\, ABC7/The Walt Disney Company \n\n\nLuna Lu\, Ascend & EY \n\n\nAnna Mok\, Ascend \n\n\nLan Nguyen\, Edwards Lifesciences \n\n\nNgan Nguyen\, Citi \n\n\nMeha Parashar Parikh\, Ascend & Dow \n\n\nSara Park\, The Coca-Cola Company \n\n\nTatsumi Paredes\, Toyota North America \n\n\nDr. Sophia Yen\, Pandia Health \n\n\nNicole Wong\, Ascend & PwC \n\n\nKristin Yoshida\, Ascend
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/annual-women-of-ascend-conference/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Conference,Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T190000
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SUMMARY:An Open Space for the Children of Asian Fathers
DESCRIPTION:Why Are You The Way That You Are? An Open Space for the Children of Asian Fathers \nHave you ever gotten into a tiff with your Asian father and thought\, much like Michael Scott once did: why are you the way that you are? Do you feel like you’ve spent decades of your life trying to make sense of the unique psychology of your Asian father to little avail? Do you just need an open\, honest\, and affirming space to reflect on the nature of Asian fathers and fatherhood from the perspective of their Asian offspring? Then this session is for you. \nJoin Nairuti\, fellow child of an Asian father\, for an hour of: \n\nprocessing our unique relationship to our Asian fathers;\nfinding solace in community for said relationships’ joys and challenges; and\nideally\, co-visioning a world in which Asian fatherhood can be something more poignant than a bowl of cut fruit.\n\nInstructor Bio: \nBorn and raised in Ahmedabad\, Gujarat\, Nairuti is a proud descendent of care workers and revolutionaries who fought for Indian independence in the early-mid 20th century. It is this very spirit that informs her work as a researcher\, educator\, and practical radical. Prior to joining the Center for Economic Democracy as the organization’s inaugural Director of Policy & Research\, Nairuti spent eight years as a movement operative supporting anchor institutions to realize their potential\, driving national narrative change campaigns\, organizing resource-holders (and holding them to account)\, accelerating community wealth building activity\, and more. Ultimately\, Nairuti dreams of a world where community is at the heart of our political\, economic\, and social systems.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/an-open-space-for-the-children-of-asian-fathers/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T203000
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SUMMARY:MOCA COOKS - Taiwanese & Taiwanese American Cuisine
DESCRIPTION:Professor Paoyi Huang to share her research on the roots and evolution of Taiwanese and Taiwanese American cuisine.\n\n\nDid you know that bubble tea originated in Taiwan? When you think of Taiwanese cuisine\, what comes to mind? In recent years\, Taiwanese food has gained widespread popularity\, with a surge of restaurants such as A-Pou’s Tastes\, 886\, Ho Foods\, Win Son\, and Wenwen\, among others. Before this wave\, long-time favorites like Taiwan Pork Chop House and Taiwan Bear House had already established themselves in Manhattan’s Chinatown. But what exactly defines Taiwanese cuisine? \nMOCA COOKS: Taiwanese and Taiwanese American Cuisine invites Professor Paoyi Huang to share her research on the roots and evolution of Taiwanese and Taiwanese American food. This program will explore the migration history of the Taiwanese people and examine how Taiwanese identity has evolved over the past few decades. We will also discuss the rise of Taiwanese restaurants in New York City and the factors driving their recent boom in popularity. Owners of Taiwanese restaurants will join us to share their stories and perspectives. \nTo enhance the experience\, participants will be treated to a selection of Taiwanese light bites\, snacks\, and beverages. \nABOUT Paoyi Huang\nPaoyi Huang is an Associate Professor of Sociology at the Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC). Her research spans migration\, gender\, and education\, with a focus on how structural and cultural forces shape everyday experiences. Her dissertation project was an ethnographic study examining gender dynamics and ethnic tensions within cross-border marriages between Chinese women and Taiwanese men. Since joining BMCC\, her scholarship has expanded to include carework\, pedagogy\, and the experiences of community college students\, such as research on challenges they faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently\, she is excited to explore the intersection of identity\, nation branding\, and the transformation of the Taiwanese food landscape in the New York metropolitan area. \n*MOCA members are required to present their MOCA ID at check-in.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-cooks-taiwanese-taiwanese-american-cuisine/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
CATEGORIES:Food,In Person
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250328
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SUMMARY:Chinese American Excellence in Business & STEM
DESCRIPTION:Join Committee of 100 and The Asian American Education Project for a three-part series examining the rich contributions of Chinese Americans to U.S. society\, both historically and in the present day. The content was sourced from Committee of 100’s report “From Foundations to Frontiers: Chinese American Contributions to the Fabric of America.” \nChinese Americans have found success in the fields of business and entrepreneurship and science and technology. Their ability to thrive in these industries has been impacted by immigration policy at different moments in American history\, yet Chinese Americans have found ways to adapt and survive. In this workshop\, participants will learn about early Chinese American contributions to business and STEM\, and how they made progress in later decades up to the present. Participants will gain classroom resources for teaching these contributions in the classroom. \nThis workshop will be offered twice on Thursday\, March 27  at 1pm and 7pm EST to accommodate educators in different time zones. Each session will present the same content. \nThis workshop series is facilitated by Ashley Chu from The Asian American Education Project.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/chinese-american-excellence-in-business-stem/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:History,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T190000
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SUMMARY:Women's History Month: Literary Thursdays: Lamya H\, Author of “Hijab Butch Blues”
DESCRIPTION:Winner of multiple awards — including the Brooklyn Public Library Book Prize\, the Stonewall Book Award\, and the Israel Fishman Nonfiction Award — and a finalist for the Lambda Literary Award\, Lamya H’s “Hijab Butch Blues” is an intimate memoir in essays\, spanning Lamya’s childhood\, her arrival in the United States for college\, and her early-adult life in New York City. Lamya ultimately finds that the answer to her lifelong quest for community and belonging lies in owning her identity as a queer\, devout Muslim immigrant\, and her book tells a universal story of courage\, trust\, and love\, celebrating what it means to be a seeker and an architect of one’s own life. \nMeet the author and join our conversation on Microsoft Teams: https://queenslib.org/42M4v For Women’s History Month\, discover more programs\, recommended books\, movies\, and resources at https://connect.queenslibrary.org/3485
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/womens-history-month-literary-thursdays-lamya-h-author-of-hijab-butch-blues/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Book,Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T193000
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SUMMARY:Author Talk: Jinwoo Chong on I Leave It Up To You\, In Conversation With Grant Ginder
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Brooklyn Heights Library to hear Jinwoo Chong discuss his new novel I Leave It Up to You with Grant Ginder.\nFrom the award-winning author of Flux comes a dazzling novel about love\, family\, and the art of sushi that asks: What if you could return to the point of a fateful choice\, wiser than before\, and find the courage to forge a new path? \nA coma can change a man\, but the world Jack Jr. awakens to is one he barely recognizes. His advertising job is history\, his Manhattan apartment is gone\, and the love of his life has left him behind. He’s been asleep for two years; with no one to turn to\, he realizes it’s been ten years since he last saw his family. \nLost and disoriented\, he makes a reluctant homecoming back to the bustling Korean American enclave of Fort Lee\, New Jersey; back into the waiting arms of his parents\, who are operating under the illusion he never left; and back to Joja\, their ever-struggling sushi restaurant that he was set to inherit before he ran away from it all. As he steps back into the life he abandoned—learning his Appa’s life lessons over crates of tuna on bleary-eyed 4 AM fish runs\, doling out amberjack behind the omakase counter while his Umma tallies the night’s pitiful number of customers\, and sparring with his recovering alcoholic brother\, James—he embraces new roles\, too: That of romantic interest to the male nurse who took care of him throughout\, and that of sage (but underqualified) uncle to his gangly teenage nephew. \nWhy do we run from those we love\, and why do we still love those who run from us? A highly entertaining and poignant story about second chances and self-discovery\, I Leave It Up to You navigates loss\, love\, and the absurdity of finding one’s footing after the ground gives way. \n\nJinwoo Chong is the author of the novel Flux\, a New York Times Editor’s Choice\, a finalist for the PEN/Hemingway Award for Debut Novel and the VCU Cabell First Novelist Award\, and named a best book of 2023 by Apple Books\,  Amazon Books\, Esquire\, HuffPost\, GQ\, Cosmopolitan\, and Goodreads. His work has appeared in Guernica\, The Southern Review\, The Rumpus\, LitHub\, Chicago Quarterly Review\, and Electric Literature. He lives in New York with his husband and cat. \nGrant Ginder is the author of the novels Let’s Not Do That Again\, Honestly\, We Meant Well\, The People We Hate at the Wedding\, Driver’s Education\, and This is How It Starts. Originally from Southern California\, he studied at the University of Pennsylvania and received his MFA from NYU\, where he currently teaches writing. He lives in Brooklyn with his husband\, Mac\, and their disastrous dog\, Frankie.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/author-talk-jinwoo-chong-on-i-leave-it-up-to-you-in-conversation-with-grant-ginder/
LOCATION:Brooklyn Public Library – Brooklyn Heights\, 286 Cadman Plaza West\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,In Person
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T193000
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SUMMARY:Poetry Café of the National Black Writers Conference
DESCRIPTION:As part of Brooklyn Public Library’s longtime partnership with National Black Writers Conference\, the Center for Black Literature at Medgar Evers College co-presents an annual poetry café featuring four amazing poets: Angela Du\, Kaiyah Ellison\, Bonafide Rojas\, and Zora Satchel. \nParticipants\nAngela Du is a young poet\, actress\, and model. Angela grew up in the New York City Metro area. Her passion for writing sparked in the summer of 2022\, when she attended her school’s summer poetry writing program. In 2024\, she won first place in the 27th annual Celebrate America Creative Writing Contest with her poem “Stories of Us.” Subsequently\, she was invited to appear on ABC’s Good Morning America and shared her thoughts on her poem. The poem was also published on the Skipping Stones Magazine and the American Immigration Council website. In October 2024\, she was interviewed by the poet and broadcast journalist Amanda Eke and is now a part of The Poet Speaks with Amanda Eke\, a TV show that is streaming on Heritage Broadcasting and Roku. \nKaiyah Ellison is a college senior with a passion for weaving words into vibrant\, thought-provoking stories and poetry. Currently pursuing a degree in English Literature\, she draws inspiration from life’s fleeting moments and personal experiences; Her work has been featured in the Medgar Evers College literary journal as well. When not writing\, Kaiyah enjoys exploring the newest library\, immersing herself in music\, and diving into a new book. As a spring author\, she looks forward to sharing her voice and connecting with fellow poetry enthusiasts. \nBonafide Rojas is a Poet\, Musician\, & has five collections of poetry: Excelsior\, Notes On The Return To The Island\, Renovatio\, When The City Sleeps\, & Pelo Bueno. He is a Mellon-Flamboyan Letras Boricuas Fellow & has appeared on Def Poetry Jam. He’s performed at Lincoln Center\, Brooklyn Museum\, Philadelphia Museum Of Art\, Bowery Ballroom\, Konvent Zero Barcelona\, Spoken Word Paris\, Latinale Berlin/Hamburg\, & Festival De La Palabra Puerto Rico. He’s an avid collector of pop culture & only wears red socks. \nZora Satchel Zora Satchel is a Black and Chinese American queer poet\, editor\, and cinephile who writes about food\, sex\, film\, family\, and friendship. Her work has been published in Honey Literary\, Drunk Monkeys Magazine\, Stone of Madness Press\, and elsewhere. She was In Surreal Life and Emotional Historians Fellow for the summer of 2024 and the 2021 Winter/Spring Brooklyn Poets Fellow. She has performed with Brooklyn Poets\, Blasian March\, KGB Bar\, Priyo\, Glow in the City: Unplugged\, and elsewhere.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/poetry-cafe-of-the-national-black-writers-conference/
LOCATION:Brooklyn Public Library – Central Library\, Dweck Center\, 10 Grand Army Plaza\, Brooklyn\, New York\, NY\, 11238\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Poetry
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T200000
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SUMMARY:Sexy Civics: A Civics Refresher for People Who Care About the World!
DESCRIPTION:Spice up your knowledge of politics and government at this free community workshop where learning is fun and democracy is hot!\n\n\nWelcome to Sexy Civics! Because democracy is hot 🔥 \n📆 Date: Thursday\, March 27 \n⏰Time: 6:30 pm \n📍Location: Black Forest Brooklyn – 181 Smith Street \nLearn about government\, politics\, and civic engagement in a relaxed and engaging atmosphere! Whether you’re a political junkie or new to the scene\, this event is perfect for anyone interested in learning more about how our society work and making change. \nThe headlines are crazy. The world feels heavy. Most of us haven’t really thought about how the government works since School House Rock. \nTake a break from dissociating or doomscrolling for an evening of community and conversation — just a chill\, free\, back-to-basics workshop to make sense of the political chaos and learn how to get involved! \nLearn more about Roots to Revolution at https://www.rootstorevolution.org/ or follow us at @rootsrorevolution
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/sexy-civics-a-civics-refresher-for-people-who-care-about-the-world/
LOCATION:Black Forest Brooklyn – Smith Street\, 181 Smith Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion,In Person
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T213000
DTSTAMP:20250326T094442Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Emergency Preparedness Training
DESCRIPTION:Join AAPI Women Lead for our virtual Emergency Preparedness 101 Training where we will go over the basics of emergency preparation. Zoom registration is required. \nWith all of the things happening in our world–climate catastrophes\, political crises\, international shifts and changes–Emergency Preparedness programming is needed more now than ever. \nOur Training will be led by Chel Anne and Joe Trujillo!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/virtual-emergency-preparedness-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T120000
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SUMMARY:Dream Asia Food Fest New Jersey Mar 28-30\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:From March 28–30\, 2025\, Dream Asia Food Fest is bringing the vibrant flavors and cultures of Asia to New Jersey. \nIndulge in culinary delights from 90+ food vendors showcasing the finest cuisines of East Asia\, Southeast Asia\, South Asia\, Central Asia\, and innovative Asian fusion dishes – a food lover’s paradise! \nAnime NYC is joining us to present special anime-themed merchants—fans\, get ready for exclusive merchandise and experiences! \nEnjoy live performances\, immerse yourself in cultural activities\, and explore a festival that celebrates the rich diversity of Asian traditions. With vegan\, vegetarian\, and gluten-free options available\, there’s something for everyone. \n🎟️ Grab your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable weekend filled with flavors\, culture\, and entertainment! \nKids 10 and under get in FREE!Ffood
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/dream-asia-food-fest-new-jersey-mar-28-30-2025/
LOCATION:American Dream\, 1 American Dream Way\, East Rutherford\, NJ\, 07073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food,In Person,Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T170000
DTSTAMP:20250326T004735Z
CREATED:20250318T052348Z
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SUMMARY:Asian American Women Leadership Forum 2025
DESCRIPTION:Asian American women continue to break barriers across industries\, yet their leadership representation remains disproportionately low. To address this gap\, Asian American Business Development Center (AABD is hosting the Asian American Women Leadership Forum on March 28\, 2025\, creating a platform to uplift\, empower\, and celebrate the leadership journeys of Asian American women. \nAs part of this initiative\, AABDC conducted a qualitative study to profile the successes\, challenges\, and opportunities faced by Asian American women business leaders. This initiative highlighted career trajectories\, identified career strategies\, and celebrated the resilience and achievements of individuals. The findings contributed to a greater understanding of Asian American women leaders’ impact on providing business value and informed efforts to support future leaders. \nWe invited Asian American women from leading corporations across industries to participate in this study\, which helped shape conversations at the event and informed actionable strategies for fostering leadership development. \nIdil Cakim\, founder and CEO of Iris Flex\, an independent\, woman-owned research firm\, was selected to partner with AABDC for this initiative and conducted the interviews. \nWhy This Matters: \n\nIdentify key challenges and opportunities for Asian American women in leadership\nGather data to support advocacy and workplace initiatives\nInspire and empower the next generation of Asian American women leaders.\nContribute to a body of knowledge aimed at further enhancing corporate talent development initiatives.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/asian-american-women-leadership-forum-2025/
LOCATION:1271 6th Avenue\, 1271 6th Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T160000
DTSTAMP:20250326T104801Z
CREATED:20250212T101758Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA PERFORMS - Chen Yi\, Past & Present
DESCRIPTION:Delving into Chen Yi’s legacy as MOCA continues honoring the remarkable contributions of Asian and Asian American women composers.\n\n\nAdmission: Pay As You Wish | Free Admission for MOCA Members (Membership ID is required at check-in.) \nIn celebration of Women’s History Month\, the Museum of Chinese in America continues to honor the remarkable contributions of Asian and Asian American women composers to the musical landscape. This time\, MOCA is pleased to collaborate with the Orchestra of St. Luke’s to celebrate the legacy of Chen Yi. \nJoin us for an in-depth conversation between Chen Yi and MOCA’s curator\, Herb Tam\, as they explore her musical journey and legacy. This discussion will reflect on the evolution of her work\, revisiting an interview she gave to AsianWeek 30 years ago. We are particularly interested in how her experiences have shaped her music\, especially as she returns to New York City for a five-borough tour (see description below). The evening will conclude with a performance of Chen Yi’s compositions by St. Luke’s Chamber Ensemble. \nPERFORMERS \nSt. Luke’s Chamber Ensemble \n  \nPROGRAM\nSprout\, Chen Yi \n  \nABOUT Chen Yi\nAs a prolific composer who blends Chinese and Western traditions\, transcending cultural and musical boundaries\, Dr. Chen Yi* is Distinguished Professor at the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory\, and a recipient of the Charles Ives Living Award from the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Her music is published by Theodore Presser\, commissioned\, and performed world-wide by such musicians and ensembles as Yehudi Menuhin\, Yo-Yo Ma\, Evelyn Glennie\, Chanticleer\, the Cleveland Orchestra\, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra\, BBC Symphony\, BBC Philharmonic\, Halle Orchestra and Royal Philharmonic\, the Seattle\, Pacific\, Singapore\, China National\, San Francisco\, Chicago\, New Zealand Symphonies\, the LA\, NY\, and China Philharmonics\, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra and Sachsische Staatskapelle Dresden\, recorded on Bis\, New Albion\, New World\, Teldec\, Albany\, Bridge\, Naxos\, and many labels. She has received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in composition from the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing\, and Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Columbia University in the City of New York. Major composition teachers are Profs. Wu Zu-qiang\, Chou Wen-chung and Mario Davidovsky. She has been inducted to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences\, and the American Academy of Arts and Letter. \n* Chen is my family name. Yi is personal name. Chen Yi can be referred to Dr. Chen\, Prof. Chen\, Ms. Chen\, or Chen Yi\, but not Dr. Yi\, Prof. Yi\, or Ms. Yi. \n  \nABOUT OSL NYC Five Borough Tour\nThe Music of Chen Yi\nMarch 23 – 29\, 2025 \nOrchestra of St. Luke’s offers a free concert tour across New York City each season. This March\, the tour will highlight award-winning composer Chen Yi\, celebrating her creative journey and diverse musical influences. Born in China and now a longtime resident of the U.S.\, Chen Yi will present her beloved string compositions alongside traditional Chinese instrumental works that have profoundly shaped her distinctive musical voice. \nFor more information\, please visit https://oslmusic.org/24-25/nyc-five-borough-tour/
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-performs-chen-yi-past-present/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
CATEGORIES:In Person,Interview
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