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SUMMARY:The Dating Game\, NYC Theatrical Screening & Director Q&A
DESCRIPTION:We’re proud to co-present the NYC theatrical screening of The Dating Game\, a new documentary by Emmy-winning filmmaker Violet Du Feng (Hidden Letters)\, exploring love\, loneliness\, and connection in modern China. In a country where eligible men outnumber women by 30 million\, three bachelors enroll in an intensive seven-day dating camp led by one of China’s most sought-after dating coaches. Both funny and poignant\, The Dating Game captures the awkwardness\, hope\, and humor of searching for love in an age of digital disconnection. \nFollowing the screening\, join director Violet Du Feng for a post-film Q&A moderated by Susan Yuqing Feng\, Director of Programs at China Institute of America. China Institute audience receive 15% off tickets with promo code datinginstitute.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/the-dating-game-nyc-theatrical-screening-director-qa/
LOCATION:DCTV\, 87 Lafayette St\, New York\, NY\, 10013
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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SUMMARY:Communicating with Empathy: From Self Care to Community Care
DESCRIPTION:As the holiday season approaches\, NCAPA is hosting a series of community calls to help our communities navigate difficult conversations with loved ones. This second event in the series shifts the focus inward. We’ll explore how caring for ourselves—emotionally\, mentally\, and relationally—lays the groundwork for any meaningful dialogue. \nPLEASE NOTE: Participants are asked to bring two pieces of paper\, something to write with\, and a gluestick or tape. During the event we will complete an art activity together using these materials.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/communicating-with-empathy-from-self-care-to-community-care/
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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SUMMARY:Sweden's Role in Korean Peninsula Diplomacy with Ambassador Peter Semneby
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion with Ambassador Peter Semneby\, the Swedish Government’s Special Envoy for the Korean Peninsula. In conversation with policy director Jonathan Corrado\, Ambassador Semneby will provide a brief overview history of Sweden’s role in Korea\, examine Sweden’s convening capacity as exhibited in 2018-2019\, investigate whether Sweden’s interests and perspective have been affected by North Korea’s involvement in the Russo-Ukraine War and Sweden’s ascension to NATO\, and explore ideas for how to break the current impasse.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/swedens-role-in-korean-peninsula-diplomacy-with-ambassador-peter-semneby/
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T180000
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SUMMARY:Asian American Career Ceilings “Advice and Networking Event – Finance”
DESCRIPTION:The Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative \n“Advice and Networking Event – Finance” on February 18\, 2026 \nCall for Advisor Volunteers \n 
URL:https://aaari.info/event/asian-american-career-ceilings-advice-and-networking-event-finance/
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T203000
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CREATED:20251211T220350Z
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SUMMARY:The Amp Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Join A4 in celebrating the third print issue of The Amp! Pick up a free copy of the new issue featuring cover art by Rama Duwaji and designed by Helen Yin Chen. The event will include fun Amp-related activities\, opportunities to win A4 merch and time to mingle with editor Shannon Lee\, contributors\, readers\, and featured artists. Special thanks to Welcome to Chinatown for hosting us. \nThis year’s print issue features artists including Sheida Soleimani\, Eiko Otake\, Wen Hui\, Rujuta Rao\, Charlene Kaye\, Ishita Mili\, and CAO Collective; and writing from Amp contributors like Ashna Ali\, Yasi Alipour\, Hannah Bae\, Caroline Cao\, Lili Emtiaz\, Joyce Keokham\, Isabel Ling\, Zachary Lee\, Sophia Park\, Pallavi Surana\, Jenny Wu\, and Hannah Zhang. \nDrinks and dumplings will be served. This event is FREE and open to the public\, but RSVP is required. The suggested minimum donation is $5; donations of $20+ will receive a special gift\, and donations of $100+ will receive a special swag bag featuring past issues of The Amp in addition to an A4 bandana designed by artist Somnath Bhatt.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/the-amp-holiday-party/
LOCATION:Welcome to Chinatown Hub\, 115 Bowery\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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SUMMARY:Kanpai Nights: Kanpai to 2025
DESCRIPTION:Step into an evening of art and celebration at the inaugural Kanpai Night—a new Japan Society gathering that celebrates Japanese culture as a bridge for global dialogue and community. \nIn partnership with The Seventh Committee and Friends of the UN\, Kanpai to 2025 brings together diplomats\, cultural enthusiasts\, and community members for an evening of meaningful exchange. The program features opening remarks by Alexander Hassanein\, Founder of the Seventh Committee\, and Japan Society President and CEO Dr. Joshua W. Walker.  \nGuests are invited to explore the galleries and encounter Chiharu Shiota: Two Home Countries\, the acclaimed artist’s first New York solo museum exhibition. Marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II\, Shiota’s immersive\, site-specific installations investigate themes of memory\, identity\, loss\, and belonging. Her work—which draws from personal struggles with nationhood and the human experience—invites viewers into intimate\, transformative spaces. \nThroughout the evening\, enjoy a thoughtfully curated selection of drinks available for purchase\, creating the perfect backdrop for conversation\, connection\, and discovery.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/kanpai-nights-kanpai-to-2025/
LOCATION:Japan Society\, 333 East 47th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T190000
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SUMMARY:White Wave Dance - Here NOW So Long (Preview)
DESCRIPTION:Here NOW So Long explores the turbulence of human emotion\, weaving together panoramic video imagery\, a live original composition for guitars and electronics\, and the fluid\, dramatic movement of WHITE WAVE’s stunning dancers. Comprising ten interconnected scenes\, the work delves into love and inner conflict\, pushing the boundaries of contemporary dance through an evocative synthesis of sound\, imagery\, and movement. \n\n\nArtistic Director / Choreographer: Young Soon Kim\nRehearsal Director: Mark Willis \nDancers: Michael Bishop\, Kaylan Bradford\, John Crim\, Benjamin De Andrade\, Bella Donatelli\, Soomin Eum\, Shujung Kim\, Ellie Swainhart\, Juan David Viveros
URL:https://aaari.info/event/white-wave-dance-here-now-so-long-preview/
LOCATION:New York Center for Creativity and Dance\, 287 East 10th Street\, New York\, NY
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T200000
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SUMMARY:Documenting Stories: Oral History Production and Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation on oral history production\, equipment\, software and set ups with a focus on productions with small budgets! \nOral Historian\, Artist\, Writer\, Alan Nakagawa will base this workshop on his thirty-nine years of interdisciplinary art projects using oral history as a base for working with diverse communities. \nNakagawa has worked for educational\, non-profit and government institutions with varying budgets and scopes. Keeping a flexible production methodology while listening to the needs of the collaborators\, he has built a portfolio of experiences reflecting diverse needs.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/documenting-stories-oral-history-production-and-best-practices/
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