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SUMMARY:Changing Cultures: Zhen Guo\, A Retrospective
DESCRIPTION:The Mishkin Gallery at Baruch College is proud to present Changing Cultures: Zhen Guo\, A Retrospective\, the first major New York survey of artist Zhen Guo (b. 1955\, Shandong Province\, China). \nThe works on display span nearly sixty years\, from Zhen Guo’s first embroidery (Chairman Mao\, 1966) to her large-scale papier-mâché and sewn fabric breast sculptures and handmade tufted tapestries of 2012-2025. The show explores an artist’s journey from China to New York; themes include an immigrant’s identity\, motherhood\, and the violence embedded in patriarchal cultures. Guo’s large-scale “muted landscape” paintings protest environmental injustice. The exhibition is accompanied by an illustrated brochure with a new essay on Guo by curator Gail Levin. \nZhen Guo Video Works\, 2011-2022 \nThursday\, May 7\, 2026 | 5:30PM to 6:30PM\n \nA special 50-minute program screening original video works consisting of: \n\n\nZhen Guo\, Timeline of Movement\, 2011 (5:44) –  In her debut video art\, Guo contrasts Western and Asian approaches to health through tranquil T’ai Chi and vigorous group exercise\, illustrating their distinct yet engaging qualities.\nCleansing Moon\, 2018 (7:24) –  Gentle exploration of women’s renewal connects life\, femininity\, and the cosmos through the refreshing imagery of water. Accompanied by Guo’s poem\, it contemplates the cleansing of emotional burdens. \nMuted Landscapes\, 2022 (7:36) –  In this series\, Guo reflects on the intimate connection between humanity and the Earth\, emphasizing the overlooked significance of both women and nature.\nZhen Guo\, My Heart is Red\, 2022 (24:22) – Directed by Mia Chen for their final project at NYU Film School\, this short documentary follows Zhen Guo’s art practice\, working in her studio\, art openings\, and daily life through interviews with friends and family\, highlighting Guo’s interest in art\, the city\, and martial arts.\n\nWomen Artists\, Curators\, and Activists: A Conversation\nThursday\, May 21\, 2026\, 5:30PM to 6:30 PM \n\n\nModerator: Maika Pollack \nSpeakers: Gail Levin\, Zhen Guo\, Lori Horowitz\, Susan Grabel & Christina Schlesinger    \n\nClosing Event\nThursday\, June 11\, 2026\, 4PM to 6PM
URL:https://aaari.info/event/changing-cultures-zhen-guo-a-retrospective/
LOCATION:Mishkin Gallery at Baruch College/CUNY\, 135 East 22nd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10010
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
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SUMMARY:Exhibition: Ed Young’s Bright Worlds
DESCRIPTION:For over 60 years\, Ed Young (1931–2023) invigorated the world of children’s books through intimate storytelling\, inventive artistry\, and potent emotionality. This first U.S. retrospective features original artwork from 15 of his most significant projects—focusing on works drawn from his personal story and Chinese folktales—alongside a selection of his sketchbooks\, family photos\, and personal effects.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/exhibition-ed-youngs-bright-worlds/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTSTAMP:20260606T220248
CREATED:20260504T185851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T185851Z
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SUMMARY:Korean Cinema’s Celluloid Fever: The 1970s
DESCRIPTION:This May\, FLC and Subway Cinema explore a transformative time period in Korean cinema and its influence on the films of today\, including rare archival prints and new restorations of some of the most daring and emotionally charged filmmaking in Korean history. \nUse CELLULOID70S in the promo code box at checkout\, and enjoy a discount of $5 on your ticket purchase.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/korean-cinemas-celluloid-fever-the-1970s/
LOCATION:Film at Lincoln Center’s Walter Reade Theater\, 165 W. 65th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10023
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260606T220248
CREATED:20260414T220138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T220138Z
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SUMMARY:Dance - Here NOW So Long
DESCRIPTION:Here NOW So Long is utterly compelling multimedia dance theater work marked by remarkable versatility and choreographic virtuosity of Young Soon Kim. Here NOW So Long explores the turbulence of human emotion through 12 vivid scenes\, weaving together panoramic video imagery\, a live performance of an original score of guitars and electronics\, and the fluid\, dramatic movement of WHITE WAVE’s stunning dancers. The work extends and breaks the boundaries of contemporary dance with themes of love\, longing\, and inner conflict. \nThe production continues WHITE WAVE’s longstanding collaboration with a team of singularly innovative artists: an original score by Marco Cappelli\, visuals by filmmaker Hao Bai\, and dramaturgy by James Leverett\, former Yale professor. Artistic Director Young Soon Kim creates a movement language that reveres tradition while embracing innovation\, reaching into the inner landscapes of imagination\, passion\, and spirit to generate new expressions of contemporary dance.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/dance-here-now-so-long/
LOCATION:New York Live Arts\, 219 West 19th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10011
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T190000
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CREATED:20260306T214935Z
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SUMMARY:Startups in Focus: AI Powering the Way We Live
DESCRIPTION:The Korea Society is honored to announce the return of the 2026 Startup Scene annual forum\, “Startups in Focus: AI Powering the Way We Live.” This year\, the annual forum brings together founders\, investors\, and technology leaders shaping the next chapter of applied artificial intelligence\, examining how AI is transforming the way we live\, work\, create\, and make decisions across sectors. \nFeaturing thematic panels on AI’s expanding role in human-machine interaction\, creative economies\, financial infrastructure\, and everyday consumer and knowledge tools\, “Startups in Focus: AI Powering the Way We Live” will spotlight the US-Korea startup corridor and the builders turning emerging technologies into real-world impact. \nThis program is exclusively supported by Hanwha Life. \nVisit our website for more information on panel speakers and agenda.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/startups-in-focus-ai-powering-the-way-we-live/
LOCATION:Citi Headquarters\, 388 Greenwich Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T160000
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CREATED:20260422T181558Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Nonprofit Leadership Forum: From Insight to Action
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, May 21\, 2026\, at the historic Fraunces Tavern for insightful discussions on the issues that matter most to nonprofit leaders. Enjoy lunch while gaining valuable industry insights\, then stick around for a networking happy hour to connect with peers\, exchange ideas\, and celebrate being part of New York City’s vibrant nonprofit community.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/2026-nonprofit-leadership-forum-from-insight-to-action/
LOCATION:Fraunces Tavern\, 54 Pearl Street\, New York\, NY\, 10004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T140000
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SUMMARY:Health Equity in Uncertain Times: A Fireside Chat with Maryland Secretary of Health Meena Seshamani
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month\, the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum welcomes Meena Seshamani\, Maryland Secretary of Health\, for a timely fireside conversation with APIAHF President & CEO Juliet K. Choi. \nDrawing from her leadership at both the federal and state levels\, Secretary Seshamani will reflect on the evolving healthcare landscape and the challenges facing families and communities today — from healthcare affordability and Medicaid uncertainty to rebuilding confidence in public health and preventive care. \nThis discussion will highlight the vital role of community-based organizations and trusted messengers in advancing health access and protecting the wellbeing of underserved communities.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/health-equity-in-uncertain-times-a-fireside-chat-with-maryland-secretary-of-health-meena-seshamani/
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T220248
CREATED:20260417T200345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T200447Z
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SUMMARY:Film Screening: In Search of Bengali Harlem
DESCRIPTION:In Search of Bengali Harlem follows filmmaker Alaudin Ullah on a journey from Harlem to Bangladesh as he uncovers his parents’ past and explores the history of South Asian and Muslim American communities in New York City. The film screening will be followed by a Q&A with Ullah\, producer and co-director of the film. The 6 p.m. screening is free and open to the public.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/film-screening-in-search-of-bengali-harlem/
LOCATION:LaGuardia Community College\, 31-10 Thomson Avenue\, Long Island City\, NY
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T220248
CREATED:20260519T202029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T202042Z
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SUMMARY:The ‘Jin Chao’ effect: What one ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ character reveals about Asian American power and representation
DESCRIPTION:In this Equity Pulse conversation\, Georgia Lee (Committee of 100 member\, filmmaker)\, Jeff Yang (author\, cultural critic) and Phil Yu (content creator\, editor) will explore how thoughtful advocacy strengthens community influence. They’ll examine what it means to shift from demanding visibility to claiming agency and how Asian Americans can lead these conversations with nuance intact.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/the-jin-chao-effect-what-one-devil-wears-prada-2-character-reveals-about-asian-american-power-and-representation/
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T170000
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CREATED:20260519T204822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T204822Z
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SUMMARY:AAPI Data/NCAPA - Monthly DNA Forum
DESCRIPTION:We have a timely and thought-provoking discussion planned for this month. NCAPA will share updates on major federal policy developments\, including what the recent Louisiana v. Callais decision could mean for electoral access and representation. \nWe’re also excited to welcome Fajer Saeed Ebrahim\, Senior Policy Director at National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum. Fajer will discuss NAPAWF’s new report on abortion access and share important insights into how reproductive justice issues are affecting our communities.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/aapi-data-ncapa-monthly-dna-forum/
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T183000
DTSTAMP:20260606T220248
CREATED:20260521T163848Z
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SUMMARY:Women Artists\, Curators & Activists: A Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Mishkin Gallery at Baruch College for a panel discussion\, Women Artists\, Curators & Activists: A Conversation. Panelists include artist Zhen Guo\, artist and Guerrilla Girls member Christina Schlesinger\, artists and curators Susan Grabel and Lori Horowitz\, art historian and curator Gail Levin\, and moderator Maika Pollack\, Executive Director and Chief Curator of Mishkin Gallery. \nPresented alongside Changing Cultures: Zhen Guo\, A Retrospective (on view til June 12)\, the conversation asks a simple but difficult question: why are so many women artists recognized only after decades of being overlooked? Bringing together artists\, curators\, scholars\, and activists from different generations\, the evening will examine the relationship between feminism\, visibility\, artistic labor\, and historical recognition.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/women-artists-curators-activists-a-conversation/
LOCATION:Baruch College Mishkin Gallery\, 135 East 22nd St\, New York\, New York\, 10010
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T220248
CREATED:20260507T173750Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA x Tea Drunk – International Tea Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Curious about salt and ginger tea from the Tang Dynasty? Interested in sampling teas from across China’s tea-producing regions? Want to compare Chinese and Japanese teas side by side\, or experience ultra high-end milk tea crafted from top terroir leaves? \n\n\nIn celebration of International Tea Day\, the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) and Tea Drunk invite you to an immersive tea tasting experience. A holiday for tea lovers around the world\, this gathering offers a unique opportunity to explore teas from diverse regions and cultures\, along with the many ways they are prepared and enjoyed. \n\n\nBeyond the tastings\, the United Nations designated May 21 as International Tea Day to promote sustainable production and consumption of tea and to raise awareness of its role in alleviating hunger and poverty worldwide. Join us in celebrating the rich traditions of tea and its many benefits. This event also offers a chance to connect with fellow enthusiasts while discovering the cultural and wellness practices associated with tea drinking.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/moca-x-tea-drunk-international-tea-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T220248
CREATED:20260514T173443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T212541Z
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SUMMARY:Korea On Screen: 'Break the Chain' & 'The Good\, the Bad\, the Weird'
DESCRIPTION:The Korean Cultural Center New York proudly presents this special double feature as part of its Korea on Screen series—a year-long screening series celebrating the depth and diversity of Korean cinema. Through feature films\, documentaries\, short films\, and independent productions\, the series aims to broaden access to and appreciation of Korean cinema in New York City. \nThis special evening pairs Lee Man-hee’s North American Premiere 4K Remaster of Break the Chain (1971) with Kim Jee-woon’s The Good\, the Bad\, the Weird (2008)—a film that takes direct inspiration from its 1971 predecessor. Together\, the two films trace the lineage of Korea’s Manchurian Western tradition\, from its golden-era origins to its modern reinvention\, offering audiences a rare opportunity to witness the dialogue between a classic and the contemporary masterpiece it inspired. 
URL:https://aaari.info/event/korea-on-screen-break-the-chain-the-good-the-bad-the-weird/
LOCATION:Korean Cultural Center NY\, 122 E 32nd St\, New York\, NY\, 10016
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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