Non AAARI Events

Join us at the South Street Seaport Museum for a free afternoon of learning and discovery as we honor Diwali, the festival of lights, in partnership with the Seaport Museum and The Culture Tree Collective Inc.

Join the Center for the Study of Women and Society for our upcoming Book Talk with Eli Erlick. Attendees will have the chance to talk to Erlick about her work with the Trans Archives, the research process for a large-scale project, the publishing process, and more.

In Korean pop culture, as in Korean life, food plays a starring role. From Instagram-ready dalgona coffee to cheese-filled, sugar-sprinkled corndogs, Korean trends are taking over, both on-screen and in the kitchen.

Fan-Favorite Recipes from K-Pop, K-Dramas & More with Judy Joo In Korean pop culture, as in Korean life, food plays a starring role. From Instagram-ready dalgona coffee to cheese-filled, sugar-sprinkled corndogs, Korean trends are taking over, both on-screen and in the kitchen. The groundbreaking global sensation KPop Demon Hunters dethroned the captivating survival drama Squid ... Read more

Join the Asian Mentoring Committee for another Hong Kong Mahjong Night at Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC! This open-play evening is for players who know the basics of Hong Kong Mahjong and want to play, practice, and meet other Mahjong enthusiasts. No ability to read Chinese is required! This is an open-play evening with ... Read more

There’s no American melting pot bigger than the diasporic mix of food traditions found in the United States. Food brings people from all walks of life together in the spirit of connection, understanding, and the search for bold, new flavors.  Join us for a discussion on America’s rich culinary tradition through two acclaimed books featured ... Read more

This is not a dry academic talk. Expect storytelling, humor, surprising insights, and plenty of “wait… that’s actually true” moments.  How Did Korean Music Take Over the World? From BTS and BLACKPINK to KPop Demon Hunters, Korean music has become nearly impossible to ignore. But K-pop didn't appear out of nowhere.

Join A4 for our upcoming Town Hall centered on creative writing! Featured presenters include Asha Thanki, who will present on how narration can be a political tool, as seen in her debut novel, A Thousand Times Before, winner of the 2025 Balcones Prize and named one of the best books of 2024 by NPR and ... Read more

This panel features seven Asian-identifying John Jay College of Criminal Justice students sharing their personal stories and lived experiences. The panelists will explore the complexities of navigating identity in the United States and the ongoing challenges students face today.

What does “America” sound like in your own words? In this workshop with novelist Ed Lin, you’ll explore that question on the page, drawing from your lived experience, family stories, and everyday language. This workshop session is free of charge, and funded by a grant from the NEA. Address provided upon registration. Hosted by the ... Read more

Hosted at the CUNY Graduate Center In Before New York, the famed ecologist Eric W. Sanderson provides the long-awaited sequel to his celebrated Mannahatta — a grand historical atlas of the natural region that became New York City. The culmination of more than 25 years of research, this monumental work features 75 original maps, 200 ... Read more

Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and sisterhood as we embrace the season and take a little time to unwind. 🍁 A little scheduling note: For November and December, our gatherings will take place on the SECOND Wednesday of the month due to the holidays. No pressure, no judgment — just a welcoming ... Read more