Non AAARI Events

Welcome spring to Long Island with the blooming of sakura (cherry blossoms), the sounds of taiko drums, and a wondrous array of Japanese cultural exhibits at the Wang Center! The Wang Center will provide many exciting activities, including koto plays, Japanese traditional dances, martial arts demonstrations, bonsai workshops, calligraphy workshops, ikebana flower arrangement, tea workshops, ... Read more

What does it mean to go back home, especially when “home” is shaped by conquest, labor, and longing? This question has animated the experiences of global migrants displaced by imperialism, capital, and the nation-states that have sought to manage their movements for their own political and economic benefit. Through vivid storytelling, Adrian De Leon traces ... Read more

Celebrate The Blue House I Loved with authors Kao Kalia Yang & Jen Shin — read-aloud, Q&A, and light refreshments! Join us for an evening celebrating a beautiful new children's book — and a true Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowship collaboration. The Blue House I Loved is written by award-winning author Kao Kalia Yang (2003 ... Read more

The Vow from Hiroshima is a documentary profiling Setsuko Thurlow, a survivor of the 1945 Hiroshima atomic bombing and a longtime nuclear disarmament advocate. The film follows Thurlow’s friendship with Mitchie Takeuchi, a second-generation survivor and New York City–based filmmaker. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with producer Mitchie Takeuchi.

This workshop offers practical strategies and insights for confronting power dynamics to advance racial justice in organizations. This workshop focuses on the role of power when addressing systemic racism and advancing racial justice. Systemic racism is a system of power–hierarchical, coercive, and oppressive power–based on race. Racial justice, to be achieved and sustained, also requires ... Read more

What do you do to stay positive? To think positive thoughts about yourself and all that you’re doing right now? It’s normal to struggle with self confidence, especially when we are in new or challenging situations. We may experience doubt or put ourselves down. Join us for a workshop where we practice self compassion and ... Read more

Bringing together music and oral history, Rochelle Hoi-Yiu Kwan (aka yiuyiu 瑶瑶) gathers us for an intimate living room listening through the Chinatown Records 華埠錄音 archive of over 30 record collections inherited from her family and neighbors. We’ll explore the ways that stories can live all around us and how you can tune in through ... Read more

This Conference and Workshop is for Students, Faculty and Staff Students and the Creative Writing Club are invited to listen to local poet Jed Munson recite poetry on the AAPI experience. Students will also participate in an interactive creative writing activity following the reading. Lumpia and bao will be served. This event is sponsored by ... Read more

  With less than 140 days until National Voter Registration Day, many organizations are asking an important question: Is it still safe and worth it to engage our communities in voter registration? The answer is YES, and it matters more than ever. Join us for this timely webinar and panel discussion featuring trusted cultural organizations, ... Read more

This self-defense workshop is for LGBTQIA+ folks, women, and immigrant/undocumented students, staff, faculty, and their allies. The Center for Belonging and Inclusion will host three installments of our new Self Defense series. In partnership with the NYC-based organization Fearless Queers, this training occurs during a time when our communities face heightened challenges and urgent calls ... Read more

The Media Resilience Network (MDRnet) is an initiative led by Vita Activa, created to meet an urgent need: support the emotional, mental, and organizational health of journalists and media leaders navigating burnout, precarity, and systemic exclusion in a rapidly changing world. This 90-minute webinar will focus on a better understanding of stress and burnout indicators ... Read more

In celebration of the World Literature & Arts Festival and in partnership with the Asian Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA), NYPL is proud to present Family Oral History: Sharing Stories, Sharing Culture. This hour-long virtual session will include information about conducting family history interviews, facilitated breakout sessions to practice thinking about family histories, and resources ... Read more

Asian modern art has long been framed through a Western art-historical chronology, locating its “beginning” in the late nineteenth to early twentieth century—precisely the moment of intensified encounters with the West and the imposition of Eurocentric models of modernity onto Asia. Recent scholarship across the humanities has begun to unsettle this timeline: some push the ... Read more

Recognized for his classical excellence and as the winner of Superband, a popular Korean television music competition, Jinho Hong has captivated audiences with both technical mastery and emotional depth. Blending classical tradition with contemporary sensibilities, his performance expands the expressive possibilities of the cello and connects deeply with today’s audiences. Join us for an evening ... Read more

To kick off AANHPI Heritage Month, the Museum of Chinese in America is proud to present a special program honoring Wong Chin Foo and his enduring legacy. The evening will open with special remarks by Frank Wu, President of Queens College, followed by a theatrical portrait by Richard Chang, who will bring Wong to life ... Read more

The New York City Department of Records & Information Services (DORIS) invites visitors to tour the Municipal Archives’ storage and research location in Industry City. Opened in October 2021, the $22 million state-of-the-art facility is the city’s most significant investment in its Archives since the establishment of DORIS in 1977. Join archivists Cynthia Brenwall and ... Read more

Across four weekends, SRB will feature weekly cultural highlights pairing a traditional ensemble with DJ sets that bridge heritage and contemporary sound. The project intentionally removes physical and symbolic barriers between performers and audiences. Neighbors, families, and commuters encounter the performances directly in the open street and are encouraged to stay, listen, move, and participate. ... Read more

Graphic novels for young audiences of all ages—from beginning readers to sophisticated teenagers—have become the fastest growing sector of publishing. Our panel of graphic novelists will explore what makes them so powerful, and so popular, and will reveal the challenges and joys of their creative process. Jarrett J. Krosoczka, author of the National Book Award ... Read more

▲ Performers Han Kim, Clarinet Sahun Sam Hong, Piano ▲ Program SAINT-SAËNS Clarinet Sonata BRAHMS Clarinet Sonata in F Minor, Op. 120, No. 1 GEONYONG LEE Song in the Dusk POULENC Clarinet Sonata BERNSTEIN Clarinet Sonata Principal Clarinet of the Orchestre de l’Opéra national de Paris and the Second Prize winner at the 2019 ARD ... Read more

Educator and artist Miriam Tuliao will lead this collaborative, hands-on workshop focused on Asian American family histories and storytelling. Co-hosted with the Asian and Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA), participants will create zines that explore identity and intersectionality through books, oral traditions, and art.

Join Megan Nakano as she moderates a discussion with three Asian American Founders: Jennifer Chan (founder of Banato), Susan Chen (founder and CEO of Madame Susan Sauces), and Teresa Ging (CEO and Founder of Sugar Bliss) about their journeys as entrepreneurs in their chosen industries.

A spectacular all-star variety show to celebrate the Year of the Horse and AAPI heritage month. Comedy, cabaret, and music from the city’s most accomplished award-winning AAPI performers-from Broadway to Lincoln Center to the Grammy Stage to the Tony Awards to the best of downtown clubs. The show is curated and hosted by New York’s ... Read more

Most nonprofits collect data but struggle to use it. Wayne Ho and Edgar Pereira of CPC share what it takes to turn data into real decisions. They'll discuss what it took to move from good record-keeping to real strategic intelligence. What worked, what was harder than expected, and what they'd tell other leaders thinking about ... Read more

Genealogist and historian Grant Din explores the deeply personal and complex narratives of Asian immigrants who passed through the Angel Island Immigration Station. This session will illuminate the grueling interrogation processes and detention experiences of early immigrants, highlighting their resilience and the lasting impact of these historical gatekeeping practices on AAPI community history.

This symposium will bring together researchers, conservationists, and students from across disciplines—including history, anthropology, conservation biology, and psychology—to explore new interdisciplinary approaches to promoting coexistence between humans and the endangered Asian elephant. Experts on historical and cultural perspectives of human–elephant relationships, elephant biology and psychology, elephants in tourism and transportation, and human–elephant conflict will examine ... Read more

Join us as we kick off this year's People's Money Vote phase — and celebrate the power of New Yorkers deciding how public dollars are spent! We're launching the vote with an outdoor event full of energy, community, and treats. Stop by to hear brief remarks from city officials, connect with our incredible community-based partners, ... Read more

Join Montclair Public Library in the special opening of Our Journeys, a powerful multimedia exhibition created by the Vietnamese Boat People nonprofit organization (VBP), on view from May 6 to June 6 during library public hours. Centering the voices of Vietnamese Americans, Our Journeys brings to life deeply personal stories of migration, memory, and resilience. ... Read more

The NYS Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Commission is coming to Albany! Please join us on Thursday, May 7th, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM in-person at Albany Capital Center, 55 Eagle Street, Albany, NY 12207. We invite you to come by and share your ideas, make comments, or simply to say hello ... Read more

Join us for a discussion with Dr. Jieun Baek, author of “Privileged but Powerless: How North Korean Elite Grievances Reveal the Regime’s Greatest Weakness.” In conversation with policy director Jonathan Corrado, Baek reveals a world of forbidden information, simmering resentment, and survival-driven masks, based on hundreds of hours of interviews with high-level escapees. Baek argues that this ... Read more

Wondering how Asian American Studies (AAS) connects to your future career? Hear directly from alumni and current students about how their AAS classes and projects helped them build real-world skills — like communication, research, leadership, and cultural competency — that employers are looking for. Whether you're exploring the AAS minor, thinking about your career path, ... Read more

Stop by anytime for lunch as we celebrate the incredible journeys of AAPI students who began at BMCC & wrap up 5 years of student programming! Hear from an AAPI alumni panel about navigating transfer, career pathways, identity, & life after BMCC. Connect with fellow peers, alumni, faculty, and staff, as we honor the community ... Read more

In her new book, Chinese Experimental Architecture Or French Poststructuralist Theory, Ruo Jia begins with a paradox: how the Chinese Cultural Revolution influenced French poststructuralist thought—and how that theory later returned to China and ultimately shaped experimental architectural practices. Focusing on the late 1990s and early 2000s, Jia traces how these theoretical approaches reshaped one ... Read more

Please join us at Welcome to Chinatown for the New York premiere of The Empathizer (@empathizerdoc) - a documentary about Vietnam! The hourlong award-winning film is an exploration of second-generation identity and inheritance, told through interviews with overseas-born Vietnamese immigrants who made the choice to move back to the land their parents fled. Co-presented with ... Read more

We are excited to announce the Grand Marshal of Japan Parade 2026 is none other than Acky Bright! Known for his intricate line work and “kawakakkoii” (cute and cool) aesthetic, Acky Bright is an internationally acclaimed Japanese manga artist whose work has appeared in collaborations with McDonald’s, Meta, Marvel, DC Comics, BMW, Lexus, and more. ... Read more

We're thrilled to be hosting acclaimed architect Billie Tsien in conversation with leading contemporary architect Calvin Tsao for an intimate conversation on how architecture can serve neighborhoods, preserve memory, and shape belonging in New York City. Join us at our partner Welcome to Chinatown's community hub in the heart of Chinatown for this thoughtful conversation ... Read more

We are pleased to invite you to attend our 13th Committee of 100 Conversations – “Recollections, Pioneers and Heroes” event on May 11, 2026 that will feature Professor Steven Chu, Nobel Prize Recipient in Physics, former Secretary of Energy, and Stanford University professor. Chinese Americans have contributed greatly to advance the success of this country ... Read more

Graduating students present their fascinating research in three minutes each at this public showcase, a highlight of the academic year.

New York City boasts more than 10,000 acres of forests, wetlands, streams, and other wild landscapes—providing access to nature for the millions of New Yorkers without the means to visit hiking trails or waterfronts in the Hudson Valley, Long Island, and beyond. These wild places are hugely important for the well-being of New Yorkers and ... Read more

Lee Kang So (b. 1943) has, over the past five decades, established a distinctive practice within Korean contemporary art. Working across a wide range of media since the 1970s, he has consistently resisted fixed forms in order to examine how art comes into being. Rather than presenting the artwork as a finished result, Lee foregrounds ... Read more

The model minority stereotype is often dismissed as a "compliment" but creates real harm for Chinese Americans and Asian Americans more broadly. New data from the 2025 State of Chinese Americans survey reveals Chinese Americans who regularly encounter these assumptions report significantly more psychological distress than those who face no discrimination at all. These seemingly ... Read more

Join us for a reading and conversation featuring writers from this groundbreaking collection, Decolonizing Afghanistan: Countering Imperial Knowledge and Power (Duke University Press; edited by Wazhmah Osman and Robert D. Crews), which is the first comprehensive volume to explore the impact of empire on Afghanistan’s past and present. We will be joined by Zohra Saed, Moustafa ... Read more

Many new buildings and public spaces in New York City have been criticized for being hostile to the public. In fact, “hostile architecture” is a term used by the media to describe an increasing feature in public spaces; for example, benches with multiple arms to deter sleeping and limit use by homeless people. How can ... Read more

Join us to: Learn about the latest public policy debates and political dynamics in the nation's capital. Hear from experts and advocates about issues that impact the Korean American community. Meet political professionals who are helping to advance the interests of Korean Americans.

Join Dr. Prithi Kanakamedala as she reconstructs the 19th-century lives of the DeGrasse family! Join the NYC Department of Records and Information Services (DORIS) each month for our virtual Lunch & Learn Series – an intimate conversation with agency staff and special guests focusing on the collections of the Municipal Archives and Library and the ... Read more

Join us for a discussion with Dr. Russell Burge, author of “The Promised Republic: Developmental Society and the Making of Modern Seoul.” In conversation with policy program officer Chelsie Alexandre, Burge delves into the hidden histories of South Korea’s rapid urban transformation during South Korea’s developmental period under Park Chung Hee. Drawing from a rich archive of ... Read more

Step into a beautiful evening where art, music, and language come alive. Each month, experience captivating live performances featuring some of China’s most iconic instruments — from the graceful guqin (古琴) to the ethereal, harp-like konghou (箜篌) and the lush, harmonizing sheng (笙)— performed by talented musicians who bring these ancient sounds to life.  As ... Read more

In partnership with Carnegie Hall’s United in Sound: America at 250, MOCA is excited to present a series of music programs featuring composers, musicians, and performers. Through this series, artists use music as a storytelling medium to share their personal journeys, creative inspirations, and cultural influences. An hour-long live cinematic and musical performance by Ben “saxofshaolin” ... Read more

This special online seminar is featured by Prof. KANG Zhen, Vice President of Beijing Normal University and renowned scholar widely celebrated for his appearances on major cultural programs broadcast by China Media Group, such as The Chinese Poetry Conference and Lecture Room.   From the rhythmic verses of the Book of Songs to the magnificent ... Read more

Begin your morning with mindfulness guidance from Zen masters at Cadman Plaza Park, then join thousands of participants for a peaceful walk The Experience: The morning begins at Cadman Plaza Park with an opening blessing and mindfulness guidance led by Zen masters. Participants will then take part in a guided mindful walk across the Brooklyn ... Read more

Adoptees, Asian Diaspora, and the Trauma That Hides in Plain Sight with Kellan, Kai Ming Holistics (IICT). Many adoptees and those in the Asian diaspora carry forms of trauma that don’t always look like trauma — showing up instead as perfectionism, people-pleasing, or the pressure to succeed and belong. Beneath this often lies a deeper story ... Read more

Join the Tuvergen Band for a fun, hands-on 45-minute pre-performance workshop exploring the musical traditions of Mongolia!   Families will get a close-up look at the unique instruments featured on stage—including the morin khuur (horsehead fiddle), igil (fiddle), doshpuluur (lute), tovshuur (lute), and elements of a global percussion kit. Participants will also hear and learn the ... Read more

Experience the Tuvergen Band and the distinctive musical and cultural traditions of Mongolia, with its deep connection to the natural world. Come and hear for yourself how the country's traditional music reflects the sounds of wind, water, animals, and the expansive grasslands of the steppe. At the heart of this tradition is throat singing (khöömii), a mesmerizing ... Read more

In recognition of Asian American & Pacific Islander Month, the Supreme Court of the State of New York, Appellate Division, First Department in partnership with The Center on Asian Americans and the Law, present a historical reenactment of the Fred Koremastu case. Conversation with special guest, Karen Koremastu, to follow. CLE credit will be available. 

311/911 on Adolescent Mental Health with Dr. Angela Kang. Dr. Angela Kang will present “The 311 and 911 of Adolescent Mental Health.” This informative session will provide an overview of the foundations of adolescent mental health, including common emotional and behavioral challenges faced by teens today. Dr. Kang will also highlight key warning signs that ... Read more

On Tuesday, May 19th, discover how the Village Voice documented and influenced New York City’s cultural and political scene. Join the NYC Department of Records and Information Services (DORIS) each month for our virtual Lunch & Learn Series – an intimate conversation with agency staff and special guests focusing on the collections of the Municipal ... Read more

Join us on May 19 for a powerful and intimate conversation with Jane Chen moderated by Karen Choi. In her best-selling memoir, Like a Wave We Break, Jane chronicles the rise of Embrace Global—the company she co-founded that has helped save over one million babies. When the organization nearly collapsed after a decade, she was forced to confront how ... Read more

Korean visual entertainment—including films, K-dramas, and K-pop music videos—is the result of highly sophisticated planning and production. These productions captivate a global audience by synthesizing music, narrative, and styling to deliver striking visual aesthetics and compelling emotional narratives. Costume is central to this production system, and it plays an instrumental role in the aesthetic appeal ... Read more

Despite being a nation of rice eaters, the Philippines’ smallholder rice economy remains structurally fragile. This talk asks why a country with a long history of rice crises continues to struggle to sustain domestic production, and advances two related claims. First, importation has long served as the Philippine state’s principal instrument for managing rice crises, ... Read more

ASCENT: Our Heritage, Our Power is a month away! We’re thrilled to be bringing back this summit dedicated to the AAPI leaders shaping our city for the third year in a row. We hope you can join us for an inspiring day, featuring AAPI trailblazers, an unforgettable lunch and cocktail hour, and the chance to connect ... Read more

  Join APIAVote, AAPI Data, AAJA, and NCAPA for the next installment of the Voices of AAPI Communities monthly briefing, where we’ll dive deep into the latest survey insights from AAPI Data and AP-NORC on timely policies. This month, we'll examine AAPI opinions on mental health, discrimination, and hate. Don't miss this opportunity to gain ... Read more

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, ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

Join the Library as we welcome author, actor, dancer, choreographer and director 江青 (Chiang Ching) for a special conversation in Mandarin. Chiang will talk about her two most recent books in the interview: The Trace, 1963-1970 (印記, 1963-1970) published in 2024, about her 7-year life in Taiwan and Turning Eighty (瞬間八十) published in March 2026, ... Read more

Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with NYC Parks! The Urban Park Rangers will guide you through Chinatown parks, highlighting significant events and commemorations.

Korea Art Forum (KAF) invites you to the first three of nine public participatory events of the 2026 Shared Dialogue, Shared Space (SDSS) program. SDSS is an ongoing series of outdoor participatory art events held at accessible community hubs in immigrant neighborhoods around New York City. SDSS offers residents and visitors the unique opportunity to ... Read more

Join the New York Chinese Cultural Center and MOCA in celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month with a vibrant showcase of dance and music, featuring performances by NYCCC’s resident company and guest artists.

Canners are some of the city's most essential environmental workers - almost single-handedly driving the success of New York's most effective recycling program. It's time to give them a raise. The Bigger Better Bottle Bill is pending legislation that would double the redemption rate from 5 to 10 cents and expand the types of cans ... Read more

In partnership with the UCLA Asian American Studies Center, Teach Asian American Stories invites educators to explore Foundations and Futures, a newly launched free and online multimedia textbook that centers Asian American and Pacific Islander histories and perspectives – because our history is your history.

The incarceration of Japanese Americans during WWII is the most horrific violation of the U.S. Constitution against APIDAs. The incarceration violated almost all of the amendments in the Bill of Rights, as well as a few other Amendments. Almost the entire population of innocent Japanese Americans was incarcerated for over three years simply due to ... Read more

Join National CAPACD for a virtual panel, Celebrating Immigrant-Owned Small Businesses, bringing together community leaders, advocates, and policymakers to highlight the urgent challenges facing immigrant entrepreneurs and the neighborhoods they sustain. At the virtual kickoff, we will hear from voices on the ground, explore the current federal landscape, and mobilize collective action across the country.

This webinar will delve into the latest research and data on AANHPI workers, including information on union membership, low-wage work, and more. Come learn more about the latest findings and find out what NCAPA organizations are doing to ensure that the needs of AANHPI workers are prioritized in the labor movement and other policy sectors.

Join us for a special talk by world-renowned scientist, entrepreneur, and Stanford professor Yi Cui, one of today’s leading innovators in nanotechnology, batteries, and sustainability technologies. Beyond his scientific achievements, Professor Cui’s story is also an inspiring personal journey — from student researcher to internationally recognized scientific leader and entrepreneur. He will share the challenges ... Read more

  As mental health awareness has grown, access to care and meaningful influence over the systems that shape it have not kept pace. Younger generations in particular are experiencing higher rates of anxiety and depression while also facing barriers to both care and civic participation. This webinar brings together leaders from the National Alliance on ... Read more

Free and open to the general public: Cultural Performances Honors for Local Leaders Authentic Food

The Korea Society is honored to host a special exhibition and presentation honoring the life, enduring vision, and profound legacy of Kim Koo—one of the most revered leaders of the Korean independence movement. As a central figure in the Korean independence movement and the President of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea, Kim ... Read more

China Institute invites you to an evening conversation with acclaimed actor, filmmaker, and writer Joan Chen on her Chinese nonfiction work Catfish 《猫鱼》. Through family stories, the culture memory of Shanghai, behind-the-scenes stories from her film career, and reflections on love, pain, migration, and womanhood, Chen offers an intimate portrait of an artist’s life across ... Read more

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, MOCA continues its commitment as a vital platform for timely and resonant live arts, uplifting Asian American artists working across time-based disciplines, including music, theater, dance, and film. The Museum of Chinese in America is proud to partner with Composers Now to present Dialogues, a special program exploring the ... Read more

PAC NYC brings together families and artists for an unforgettable day of indoor and outdoor workshops, performances, interactive creation stations, live music, and more. Celebrate the stories, voices, and cultures of New York City through engaging activities that will make you feel right at home as you explore the magic of the arts. Reservations are ... Read more

Join Mott Street Girls and award-winning graphic designer Zipeng Zhu for a walking tour of Manhattan’s historic Chinatown! Discover vibrant local businesses and uncover the neighborhood’s rich history while diving deep into the signage, graphics, and visual language that bring the streets to life. The starting location for this tour will be shared with attendees ... Read more

Explore the timeless craft of Chinese paper-cutting as you transform simple materials into intricate works of art. Learn traditional folding techniques, creating beautiful, symmetrical designs as you uncover the cultural symbolism and enjoy the meditative nature of this peaceful, hands-on practice. This program is presented by Poster House’s CMYK Council, the museum’s BIPOC advisory board, ... Read more

Taste of Korea Pop-Up! ✨ K-Food | K-Pop Dance | Merch | Performances | Crafts | Games | Family Fun The ultimate celebration of Korean culture is returning to the Bronx as an exclusive Pop-Up experience—and this year, we’re leveling up everything! We know you all might not be able to make it to the ... Read more