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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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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:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260625
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SUMMARY:Virtual: Backtalkers Academy: Critical Race Theory\, historical memory\, feminism\, democracy\, and education
DESCRIPTION:Since 2020\, AAPF’s summer schools have served as foundational platforms for learning about the forbidden histories and knowledge that make collective advocacy and activation possible.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/virtual-backtalkers-academy-critical-race-theory-historical-memory-feminism-democracy-and-education/
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T203000
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SUMMARY:Theater: Dragoness and Art Exhibit: Misalignment
DESCRIPTION:A high-octane\, satirical commentary on race and creating art under capitalism\, Dragoness interrogates the ethics of reinventing identity in order to satisfy the expectations of those in power.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/theater-dragoness-and-art-exhibit-misalignment/
LOCATION:Inspiration Point Center for the Arts\, 710 Tiffany St\, Bronx\, NY\, 10474\, United States
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260611
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SUMMARY:Movie: Forge (starring Kelly Marie Tran)
DESCRIPTION:In this thriller\, In Miami\, the resourceful Zhang siblings—Raymond and Coco—sell forged paintings to unsuspecting parties. Despite their thriving underground operation\, the siblings are still short on cash when they cross paths with disgraced millionaire Holden Beaumont. Sensing an opportunity to make a fortune\, Holden convinces the Zhangs to forge long lost masterpieces as a front for his family’s collection. Meanwhile\, FBI Art Crimes agent Emily Lee moves from New York to Miami\, discovering a plethora of forgeries cropping up in the South Florida art market. As Emily continues to investigate the Zhang siblings’ work\, their lives converge to devastating effect in the Zhang family dim sum restaurant. In English\, Spanish and Cantonese with English subtitles.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/movie-forge-starring-kelly-marie-tran/
LOCATION:Quad Cinema\, 34 W. 13th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10011
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Optimization Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join USI and Nonprofit New York for a day of workshops and networking. \nIn today’s rapidly evolving business landscape\, organizations face mounting pressure to control costs\, elevate employee well-being\, and build workforces that can withstand uncertainty. Join USI and Nonprofit New York for a day of workshops and networking. Learn creative solutions to enhance benefits\, cut costs\, and tackle nonprofit budget challenges. \nThis dynamic event brings together industry thought leaders and USI specialists for a full day of immersive panel discussions and high-impact collaboration through a series of expert-led workshops. \nWhether you are looking to optimize your benefits strategy\, navigate complex compliance demands\, or strengthen your organization’s financial foundation\, this conference delivers actionable intelligence across every dimension of your business. \nDon’t miss the opportunity to connect with peers\, gain fresh perspectives\, and leave with a clear roadmap for smarter\, more resilient organizational strategies. \nEnjoy a continental breakfast\, lunch\, and a networking happy hour while connecting with peers who understand your mission and challenges.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/nonprofit-optimization-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Metlife Building (Yosemite Room)\, 200 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T160000
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SUMMARY:Geopolitics\, Identity\, and the Fight for Civil Rights
DESCRIPTION:The third webinar in this series examines the downstream effects of U.S. foreign policy through both a historical and contemporary lens. Drawing parallels across time\, the conversation will explore how periods of international strain have influenced domestic policies and legal interpretations—from immigration restrictions to citizenship rights—and how these dynamics continue to evolve today. \nThe session will explore how narratives of rivalry and suspicion can translate into real-world consequences for communities with heritage ties to countries at the center of geopolitical tension. We will discuss the tradeoffs policymakers face and provide a nuanced understanding of how national priorities intersect with civil liberties.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/geopolitics-identity-and-the-fight-for-civil-rights/
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T180000
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SUMMARY:The Roads Ahead:  A Conversation on the Present and Future of Transportation in New York City
DESCRIPTION:The Sam Schwartz Transportation Research Program (SSTRP) at Roosevelt House\, along with CIVITAS\, a nonprofit aimed at improving quality of life in New York neighborhoods\, invite you to attend a special event featuring New York City Department of Transportation Commissioner Mike Flynn in conversation with SSTRP chair and founder Sam Schwartz. With a professional history that dates back to their days in the mid-2010s at Sam Schwartz Engineering (now TYLin)\, Flynn and Schwartz will reunite for an important discussion of the DOT’s progress and vision under the new administration.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/the-roads-ahead-a-conversation-on-the-present-and-future-of-transportation-in-new-york-city/
LOCATION:Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute at Hunter College\, 47-49 East 65th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10065
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T193000
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SUMMARY:MOCA TALKS with Madelyn Postman – Staring into the Sun
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) invites you to an engaging conversation with writer Madelyn Postman on her debut book Staring into the Sun: Stories from a Chinese American Family 1895–2015\, a vivid work that interweaves memoir with the true histories of her Chinese American ancestors.
URL:https://aaari.info/event/moca-talks-with-madelyn-postman-staring-into-the-sun/
LOCATION:215 Centre St\, New York\, NY 10013\, USA\, 215 Centre St\, New York\, NY\, 10013
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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