Non AAARI Events
Events for May/21/2026
Changing Cultures: Zhen Guo, A Retrospective
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). The 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 ... Read more
Exhibition: Ed Young’s Bright Worlds
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.
Korean Cinema’s Celluloid Fever: The 1970s
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. Use CELLULOID70S in the promo code box at checkout, and enjoy a discount ... Read more
Dance – Here NOW So Long
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, ... Read more
Startups in Focus: AI Powering the Way We Live
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
2026 Nonprofit Leadership Forum: From Insight to Action
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
Health Equity in Uncertain Times: A Fireside Chat with Maryland Secretary of Health Meena Seshamani
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. Drawing from her leadership at both the federal and state levels, Secretary Seshamani will reflect on the evolving healthcare landscape and ... Read more
Film Screening: In Search of Bengali Harlem
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
The ‘Jin Chao’ effect: What one ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ character reveals about Asian American power and representation
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.
AAPI Data/NCAPA – Monthly DNA Forum
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. We’re also excited to welcome Fajer Saeed Ebrahim, Senior Policy Director at National Asian Pacific American Women's Forum. Fajer will ... Read more
Women Artists, Curators & Activists: A Conversation
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 ... Read more
MOCA x Tea Drunk – International Tea Day Celebration
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? In celebration of International Tea Day, the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) and Tea ... Read more
Korea On Screen: ‘Break the Chain’ & ‘The Good, the Bad, the Weird’
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 ... Read more