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SUMMARY:MOCA PERFORMS – Echoes of Arrival: Becoming
DESCRIPTION:Immigration is never a single arrival but an ongoing process of becoming. Beyond legal status and paperwork\, immigrants navigate displacement\, alienation\, adaptation\, and the long\, sometimes complicated journey toward belonging. What did you have to learn to survive and build a life in the United States? What did you choose to carry with you from the culture you came from? What was lost in translation? And what new part of yourself emerged along the way? \nEchoes of Arrival returns to the Museum of Chinese in America for a new iteration\, Becoming. Through a collection of personal stories\, the ensemble explores the many ways immigrants remake themselves while making a life in a new country. These stories of change\, resilience\, loss\, discovery\, and belonging illuminate how immigration does not simply transform individuals. It continues to shape the rich and ever-evolving cultural fabric of the United States. \nCREATIVE TEAM\nConceived by Dennis Yueh-Yeh Li\nDevised & Performed by Shan Y. Chuang\, Nikkiesha N. McLeod\, Timmy Ong\, Pascal Phoa\, Jeremy Rafal\, Nedelka Sotelo\, Fang Tseng\n  \nPERFORMANCE SCHEDULE\nFriday 10/2\nShan Y. Chuang\, Nikkiesha N. McLeod\, Pascal Phoa\, Jeremy Rafal\, Fang Tseng\nThursday 10/8\nShan Y. Chuang\, Timmy Ong\, Pascal Phoa\, Jeremy Rafal\, Fang Tseng\nFriday 10/16\nShan Y. Chuang\, Timmy Ong\, Pascal Phoa\, Jeremy Rafal\, Nedelka Sotelo\nThursday 10/22\nShan Y. Chuang\, Nikkiesha N. McLeod\, Timmy Ong\, Nedelka Sotelo\, Fang Tseng\nFriday 11/6\nNikkiesha N. McLeod\, Timmy Ong\, Jeremy Rafal\, Nedelka Sotelo\, Fang Tseng
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-performs-echoes-of-arrival-becoming/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA)\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:MOCA TALKS with William Bialosky
DESCRIPTION:Free Admission \nWhat lies beneath Chinatown? In this illustrated talk\, architect William Bialosky uncovers the remarkable story of Collect Pond\, the freshwater lake that once shaped the physical\, social\, and economic life of Lower Manhattan. \nFor two centuries\, Collect Pond supplied New York City with fresh water. But nearby industries polluted its shores\, and the city began burying the lake in 1802. The resulting unstable and undesirable ground made the land inexpensive\, helping determine who could afford to live there. Over time\, the former pond basin became Five Points and\, later\, part of one of America’s most vital immigrant neighborhoods\, Chinatown. \nBialosky traces this layered history from glacial ice and early Manhattan infrastructure to the formation of Five Points\, the growth of Chinatown\, and the excavations taking place today. Combining architecture\, geology\, and urban history\, the talk reveals how the landscape beneath a neighborhood can shape its future for generations. \nBialosky will also reflect on MOCA’s move from 70 Mulberry Street\, the former Public School 23\, to 215 Centre Street\, the former machine repair shop that artist and architect Maya Lin transformed into MOCA’s current home in 2009. As part of the architectural team\, Bialosky offers a firsthand perspective on the building’s transformation and its continuing place within the changing fabric of Chinatown. \nAbout William Bialosky \nWilliam Bialosky is a registered architect and Senior Principal of Bialosky New York\, Architects. He has practiced in Lower Manhattan since 1988 and holds a Master of Architecture from Yale University\, as well as a Bachelor of Science from the University of Michigan. He has collaborated with the artist Maya Lin for nearly forty years\, and has spent much of his career on the adaptive reuse of nineteenth century buildings in SoHo and TriBeCa\, work that turns on understanding how a building was made and what its site will allow. Since 1990 he has taught design and construction at the Yestermorrow Design/Build School in Vermont. His long interest in the history of Lower Manhattan\, and in how the ground beneath a building shapes what can be built on it\, led to the research behind this talk. He lives and works downtown.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-talks-with-william-bialosky/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA)\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T203000
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SUMMARY:Chinese Arts Workshop Series: Sip & Brush – Calligraphy
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by MOCA’s special exhibition Ed Young’s Bright Worlds\, the Chinese Arts Workshop Series at the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) invites participants to explore traditional and contemporary Chinese art through creative practice. This fall\, discover the cultural histories\, philosophies\, and stories behind Chinese art forms in a welcoming space for learning\, experimentation\, and connection. \nThe series opens with two evenings of Chinese calligraphy led by Teaching Artist Yu Rong. In a relaxed\, social studio setting\, participants will learn foundational brush techniques and create characters and compositions inspired by autumn. They will also have the opportunity to practice writing their names in Chinese calligraphy\, with personalized guidance from the artist. \nAll materials are provided. Just bring your curiosity and enjoy an evening of artistic exploration at MOCA. You’ll leave with your own calligraphy artwork\, new creative skills\, and a deeper appreciation of Chinese artistic traditions. \nRegistration Notes \nPlease register using your full name and include your Chinese name if you have one. If you do not have a Chinese name\, the artist will prepare a phonetic rendering of your name in Chinese characters. Please also register at least one week before the workshop date to give the artist time to prepare personalized writing instructions. All art supplies\, including Chinese calligraphy brushes and ink\, are included. \nAbout Yu Rong \nYu Rong is a New York–based multimedia artist and educator whose practice blends Eastern and Western art traditions. She works across painting\, printmaking\, ceramics\, digital art\, and fiber arts\, with exhibitions at Milan Design Week\, London Design Fair\, Prague Design Week\, Ceres Gallery\, and ARC Gallery. Yu holds a BFA from Parsons School of Design and an MFA from the New York Studio School. As a teaching artist at the Museum of Chinese in America and a workshop leader for organizations such as Microsoft\, Google\, and Columbia University\, she fosters creativity\, cultural exchange\, and well-being through art. Learn more at www.yurong.work and @yurong.work
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/chinese-arts-workshop-series-sip-brush-calligraphy/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA)\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Hilda Shen: Their Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:Hilda Shen’s Their Landscapes inaugurates Solo Artist Projects (SAP)\, a MOCA initiative dedicated to presenting compelling artistic voices through one-person exhibitions of new work. The Brooklyn-based artist will present an arrangement of recent ceramic sculptures and prints in the museum’s Cheng Gallery. \nShen’s artistic practice is characterized by an inquisitive scrutiny of nature and an instinct for deconstruction. The forms can appear both ancient and futuristic\, naturally occurring and handmade\, undergoing construction and decay. Their details and motifs open up conversations that cut across post-minimalism\, Chinese landscape painting\, and architectural space. \nAbout the artist \nHilda Shen was born in Minneapolis (1954) and spent much of her childhood in upstate  New York before settling in New York City in the 1970s. Her father grew up in Beijing while her mother was raised in Hangzhou. Shen studied classical music at Oberlin College before shifting to the visual arts. She lives and works in Brooklyn. \nShen’s sculpture\, prints\, drawings\, and installations have been shown throughout the New York City area\, Seattle\, and Beijing\, and most recently in a solo show at Starr Suites in Brooklyn. She has created large installations at WaveHill in the Bronx\, the Tenri Cultural Center in NY\, China2000 in NY\, and the Smithsonian Flushing Town Hall in Queens. She has been an artist in residence at Willapa Bay AIR\, The Bloedel Reserve\, Millay Colony for the Arts\, Yosemite National Park\, and Platte Clove. Her work is in private collections in the United States\, Belgium\, and Beijing. Shen’s work has been reviewed in The New York Times\, The Brooklyn Rail\, ArtAsiaPacific\, and ARTnews. \nAbout Solo Artist Projects \nMOCA’s Solo Artist Projects (SAP) embraces a broad and open-ended exploration of contemporary art\, presenting a wide range of mediums\, practices\, traditions and ideas. It will feature artists of Chinese descent\, living and working in New York City. SAP will be a space for artists with established careers\, emerging artists\, those who live and work in and around Chinatown\, and art historical figures who deserve institutional attention. We will begin accepting submissions for Solo Artists Projects through an open call process in early 2027\, eligible to NYC-based artists of Chinese descent. Details forthcoming on MOCA’s website.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/hilda-shen-their-landscapes/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA)\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Exhibit
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SUMMARY:MOCACREATE: Journey to the West Shadow Stories with Teaching Artist Yu Rong
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate spooky season with shadow puppets inspired by Ed Young’s illustrations of the story of the Monkey King\, or Sun Wukong. The Monkey King had countless adventures\, but one of the spookiest was his meeting with the White Bone Demon. This terrifying skeleton demon can shapeshift to disguise herself. Will she deceive Sun Wukong long enough to attack? Find out with us\, and explore two more beloved stories from Journey to the West in Birth of the Monkey King and Dragon King’s Palace. \nFree with admission! RSVP appreciated. MOCA Members should enter their promo code to access complimentary tickets. NYC residents can purchase pay-what-you wish tickets online or with our Visitor Services team. \nYu Rong is a New York–based multidisciplinary artist and educator whose practice bridges Eastern and Western artistic traditions. Working across a range of media\, she has exhibited internationally at venues including Milan Design Week\, London Design Fair\, Ceres Gallery in New York\, and ARC Gallery in Chicago. Yu serves as a teaching artist at the Museum of Chinese in America and leads creative workshops for organizations such as Microsoft\, Google\, and Columbia University.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/mocacreate-journey-to-the-west-shadow-stories-with-teaching-artist-yu-rong/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA)\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T200000
DTSTAMP:20260927T014709Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA TALKS with Ming-Na Wen Have You Eaten Yet?
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) welcomes legendary actress and Asian American icon Ming-Na Wen for a conversation about her new cookbook\, Have You Eaten Yet? Family Recipes from a Restaurant Daughter. \nHonored with a Disney Legends Award and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame\, Wen has inspired generations of audiences\, from her breakout performance in The Joy Luck Club to her iconic voice role in Disney’s Mulan. Her career includes starring roles on ER and as Agent Melinda May on Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.\, as well as memorable performances as Dr. Fong in Karate Kid: Legends and Fennec Shand in The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett. Now\, she invites audiences into another defining part of her life: the food\, family traditions\, and cultural heritage that have shaped her. \nWen’s first home in America was New York City\, where she settled after immigrating from Hong Kong. Later\, growing up around her family’s Pittsburgh restaurant\, Chinatown Inn\, she learned how food could express love\, carry memories\, and bring people together. Those early experiences come to life in this collection of recipes and personal stories\, connecting the dishes of her childhood with the meals she now prepares for family and friends. From beloved restaurant classics to her father’s specialties and her own kitchen creations\, the book celebrates the many ways Chinese American food traditions are preserved\, adapted\, and shared. \nIn this conversation\, Wen will reflect on her upbringing as a restaurant daughter\, her groundbreaking career in entertainment\, and the role of food in keeping her connected to family and heritage. The conversation will explore how recipes carry knowledge across generations and how gathering around a table creates a sense of belonging. Whether you know Wen through her work on screen or simply love to cook\, pull up a chair and join us for an evening celebrating food\, family\, and the stories that bring us together. \nAbout Ming-Na Wen \nLegendary actress\, producer\, author\, and Asian American icon Ming-Na Wen has spent her career redefining what longevity and influence look like in Hollywood. From her breakout performance in The Joy Luck Club to becoming the iconic voice of Disney’s Mulan\, starring on the Emmy Award-winning ER\, portraying Agent Melinda May on Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.\, to bringing her signature strength and fierceness to the role of Dr. Fong in Karate Kid: Legends\, and earning a new generation of fans as the fearless Fennec Shand in The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett\, Wen has continuously broken barriers while remaining one of the entertainment industry’s most respected and enduring performers. Her career has not only paved the way for greater Asian American representation on screen but has also demonstrated the lasting power of women as leaders of some of the world’s biggest franchises. \nWen is entering yet another remarkable chapter. This fall\, she will publish her debut book\, Have You Eaten Yet?: Family Recipes from a Restaurant Daughter\, a heartfelt collection of personal stories and family recipes celebrating her Chinese American heritage\, her upbringing in her family’s Pittsburgh restaurant\, and the traditions that continue to shape her life today. At the same time\, she continues to break new ground on screen\, joining Disney+’s hit series Percy Jackson and the Olympians as the Greek goddess Hera in its highly anticipated third season\, premiering in November 2026. Together\, these milestone projects showcase the remarkable breadth of her career\, expanding her influence beyond film and television into authorship while continuing to take on major roles in one of the world’s biggest entertainment franchises. Through every chapter of her career\, Ming-Na Wen has proven that reinvention is always possible\, making her a powerful example of leadership\, impact\, and continued excellence. \nAbout Have You Eaten Yet \nLegendary actress and Asian American icon Ming-Na Wen is best known for dozens of film and television roles including her breakout part in the film adaptation of Amy Tan’s bestselling novel The Joy Luck Club\, the voice of Disney’s acclaimed Mulan\, several years on the Emmy Award–winning ER\, her part as Agent May on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.\, her role as Fennec Shand on the Star Wars franchise shows The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett\, and much more. Now Ming-Na invites fans into her kitchen to share a lifetime of recipes and stories that began in her parents’ beloved Pittsburgh restaurant—the Chinatown Inn\, which is still open today—forever making food the center of her world. In this heartfelt tribute to her heritage\, Ming-Na is sharing both traditional Chinese family recipes as well as recipes for her own creations that she cooks in her own home. \nHave You Eaten Yet? is the ultimate love letter to food and family\, offering delicious\, accessible recipes for every occasion. In chapters like Restaurant Classics\, you’ll learn to master iconic dishes like The Best Egg Rolls\, Simple Wonton Soup\, and Shrimp Fried Rice. Discover family secrets from her father in Feasts from Chef Baba with recipes like his tender Prime Rib and comforting Winter Melon Soup. Straight from Ming-Na’s Kitchen\, you’ll find crowd-pleasers like Shrimp with Garlic Noodles and the show-stopping Dragon Fruit Cheesecake Cups. Ming-Na even gives readers advice on perfecting rice\, her guide to condiments\, and restaurant-inspired tips for prepping sauces\, broths\, and dry spices. \nFilled with personal stories\, heartwarming memories\, practical tips\, and even never-before-seen family photos\, Have You Eaten Yet? is an essential guide for anyone looking to explore the rich flavors of Chinese American cuisine.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-talks-with-ming-na-wen-have-you-eaten-yet/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA)\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,Discussion
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SUMMARY:Chinese Arts Workshop Series: Sip & Brush – Calligraphy
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by MOCA’s special exhibition Ed Young’s Bright Worlds\, the Chinese Arts Workshop Series at the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) invites participants to explore traditional and contemporary Chinese art through creative practice. This fall\, discover the cultural histories\, philosophies\, and stories behind Chinese art forms in a welcoming space for learning\, experimentation\, and connection. \nThe series opens with two evenings of Chinese calligraphy led by Teaching Artist Yu Rong. In a relaxed\, social studio setting\, participants will learn foundational brush techniques and create characters and compositions inspired by autumn. They will also have the opportunity to practice writing their names in Chinese calligraphy\, with personalized guidance from the artist. \nAll materials are provided. Just bring your curiosity and enjoy an evening of artistic exploration at MOCA. You’ll leave with your own calligraphy artwork\, new creative skills\, and a deeper appreciation of Chinese artistic traditions. \nRegistration Notes \nPlease register using your full name and include your Chinese name if you have one. If you do not have a Chinese name\, the artist will prepare a phonetic rendering of your name in Chinese characters. Please also register at least one week before the workshop date to give the artist time to prepare personalized writing instructions. All art supplies\, including Chinese calligraphy brushes and ink\, are included. \nAbout Yu Rong \nYu Rong is a New York–based multimedia artist and educator whose practice blends Eastern and Western art traditions. She works across painting\, printmaking\, ceramics\, digital art\, and fiber arts\, with exhibitions at Milan Design Week\, London Design Fair\, Prague Design Week\, Ceres Gallery\, and ARC Gallery. Yu holds a BFA from Parsons School of Design and an MFA from the New York Studio School. As a teaching artist at the Museum of Chinese in America and a workshop leader for organizations such as Microsoft\, Google\, and Columbia University\, she fosters creativity\, cultural exchange\, and well-being through art. Learn more at www.yurong.work and @yurong.work
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/chinese-arts-workshop-series-sip-brush-calligraphy-2/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA)\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T210000
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SUMMARY:MOCA x NYAFF Film Club: Full Moon in New York
DESCRIPTION:MOCA x NYAFF Film Club is a quarterly program celebrating the brilliance and boldness of Asian and Asian American cinema. This series highlights films of historic and cultural significance under the theme Margin\, spotlighting daring films that challenge the norm\, rewrite narratives\, and push boundaries. \nEach session is more than just a movie night—it’s an opportunity to connect\, discover\, and engage. This year’s screenings are scheduled for May 7\, June 11\, September 24\, and December 10. Following the screening\, join us for a moderated conversation to explore the film’s themes\, creative impact\, and cultural context. Attendees are encouraged to share their thoughts and continue the dialogue during a casual networking reception afterward. \nDon’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in the world of bold cinema and meaningful connections. Let’s watch\, chat\, and celebrate together! \nFull Moon in New York (2019)\nDirected by: Stanley Kwan\nRuntime: 89 minutes \nDirected by Stanley Kwan 關錦鵬\, Full Moon in New York (1989) is a landmark drama that follows three Chinese-speaking women from mainland China\, Hong Kong\, and Taiwan as they forge an unlikely friendship while building new lives in New York City. Starring Sylvia Chang\, Maggie Cheung\, and Siqin Gaowa\, the film explores the complexities of migration\, cultural identity\, homesickness\, and belonging\, revealing how shared experiences can bridge political\, linguistic\, and personal differences within the Chinese diaspora. \nWidely regarded as one of Kwan’s defining works\, Full Moon in New York received critical acclaim across the Chinese-speaking world. At the 26th Golden Horse Awards\, it won Best Feature Film and Best Actress for Maggie Cheung\, while becoming the ceremony’s most nominated film with 11 nominations and its biggest winner with eight awards. More than three decades after its release\, the film remains a poignant portrait of the immigrant experience and a rare cinematic exploration of the diverse identities that shape the global Chinese diaspora. \nStarring:Sylvia Chang 張艾嘉\, Maggie Cheung 張曼玉\, and Siqin Gaowa 斯琴高娃 \nStay after the screening for a conversation between MOCA’s Curator and NYAFF’s Programmer\, starting around 8:10 PM. Explore the film’s deeper meanings and behind-the-scenes context before engaging in further discussions with fellow attendees over beverages.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-x-nyaff-film-club-full-moon-in-new-york/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA)\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Film
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