Events
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The Dating Game, NYC Theatrical Screening & Director Q&A
DCTV 87 Lafayette St, New York, NYNon AAARI EventsWe’re proud to co-present the NYC theatrical screening of The Dating Game, a new documentary by Emmy-winning filmmaker Violet Du Feng (Hidden Letters), exploring love, loneliness, and connection in modern China. In a country where eligible men outnumber women by 30 million, three bachelors enroll in an intensive seven-day dating camp led by one of China’s most sought-after dating ... Read more
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Communicating with Empathy: From Self Care to Community Care
Non AAARI EventsAs the holiday season approaches, NCAPA is hosting a series of community calls to help our communities navigate difficult conversations with loved ones. This second event in the series shifts the focus inward. We’ll explore how caring for ourselves—emotionally, mentally, and relationally—lays the groundwork for any meaningful dialogue. PLEASE NOTE: Participants are asked to bring ... Read more
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Sweden’s Role in Korean Peninsula Diplomacy with Ambassador Peter Semneby
Non AAARI EventsJoin us for a discussion with Ambassador Peter Semneby, the Swedish Government's Special Envoy for the Korean Peninsula. In conversation with policy director Jonathan Corrado, Ambassador Semneby will provide a brief overview history of Sweden's role in Korea, examine Sweden's convening capacity as exhibited in 2018-2019, investigate whether Sweden's interests and perspective have been affected by North ... Read more
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Asian American Career Ceilings “Advice and Networking Event – Finance”
Non AAARI EventsThe Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative “Advice and Networking Event – Finance” on February 18, 2026 Call for Advisor Volunteers
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The Amp Holiday Party
Welcome to Chinatown Hub 115 Bowery, New York, NY, United StatesNon AAARI EventsJoin A4 in celebrating the third print issue of The Amp! Pick up a free copy of the new issue featuring cover art by Rama Duwaji and designed by Helen Yin Chen. The event will include fun Amp-related activities, opportunities to win A4 merch and time to mingle with editor Shannon Lee, contributors, readers, and ... Read more
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Kanpai Nights: Kanpai to 2025
Japan Society 333 East 47th Street, New York, NY, United StatesNon AAARI EventsStep into an evening of art and celebration at the inaugural Kanpai Night—a new Japan Society gathering that celebrates Japanese culture as a bridge for global dialogue and community. In partnership with The Seventh Committee and Friends of the UN, Kanpai to 2025 brings together diplomats, cultural enthusiasts, and community members for an evening of ... Read more
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White Wave Dance – Here NOW So Long (Preview)
New York Center for Creativity and Dance 287 East 10th Street, New York, NYNon AAARI EventsHere NOW So Long explores the turbulence of human emotion, weaving together panoramic video imagery, a live original composition for guitars and electronics, and the fluid, dramatic movement of WHITE WAVE’s stunning dancers. Comprising ten interconnected scenes, the work delves into love and inner conflict, pushing the boundaries of contemporary dance through an evocative synthesis ... Read more
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Documenting Stories: Oral History Production and Best Practices
Non AAARI EventsJoin us for a presentation on oral history production, equipment, software and set ups with a focus on productions with small budgets! Oral Historian, Artist, Writer, Alan Nakagawa will base this workshop on his thirty-nine years of interdisciplinary art projects using oral history as a base for working with diverse communities. Nakagawa has worked for ... Read more
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Laughing Lassi – The #1 South Asian Stand-Up Comedy Show in New York City!
Broadway Comedy Club 318 W. 53rd St, New York, New YorkNon AAARI EventsLaughing Lassi is New York City’s premier South Asian stand-up comedy show, featuring the best Desi and Indian-American comedians from NYC and beyond. As featured in TimeOut NYC, The New Yorker, and India Tribune, this monthly comedy event has become a must-see cultural experience — a place where laughter meets identity, storytelling, and community. Whether ... Read more
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Godzilla Minus One Vs. Past Lives: Romantic Histories and Historic Romances
Asian American / Asian Research Institute 25 West 43rd Street, Suite 1000, New York, United StatesAAARI EventsProf. Jayashree Kamblé will present on her essay in CUNY FORUM Volume 11:1, focusing on love and gender roles in the recent globally successful films Godzilla Minus One and Past Lives.
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Yuletide Celebration with National Asian Artists Project
Museum of Chinese in America 215 Centre Street, New York, NYNon AAARI EventsMOCA is honored to partner with National Asian Artists Project to present their annual yuletide celebration, sharing our heartfelt wishes for a joyful holiday season. In this festive program, the NAAP Chorus will serenade you with beloved Christmas songs, classic carols, and Broadway favorites with the music direction and arrangements of Dan Pardo. We invite you ... Read more
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What Flows Between Us: A Festival of India’s Classical Arts in Cross-Cultural Dialogue
NYC 92Y 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, New YorkNon AAARI Events92NY Harkness Dance Center announces What Flows Between Us: A Festival of India’s Classical Arts in Cross-Cultural Dialogue, a day-long immersion into the depth, rigor, and expansive imagination of the Indian classical arts. Curated by renowned kathak artist, choreographer, educator, and 92NY Artist in Residence Rachna Nivas, the festival gathers extraordinary women from North and ... Read more
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Japanese Holiday Market ホリデーマーケット
Japan Village 934 3rd Ave, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesNon AAARI EventsIt’s the perfect place to find unique, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts while supporting independent creators. Celebrate the holiday season with us at Japan Village in Brooklyn! Discover over 15 talented Japanese artists and makers, showcasing their handmade crafts, jewelry, accessories, home goods, and more. It’s the perfect place to find unique, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts while supporting independent creators. ... Read more
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Hyeonseon Baek & The Bridge
Dada 6047 Myrtle Avenue , NY, Queens, NY, United StatesNon AAARI EventsKorean-born jazz vocalist and songwriter Hyeonseon Baek blends jazz tradition with soul, improvisation, and cultural storytelling. Hyeonseon Baek & The Bridge is a New York–based jazz quartet led by Korean vocalist and songwriter Hyeonseon Baek, whose debut album Longing (2024) was named one of Jazz Weekly’s Top 10 New Releases of the Year and received ... Read more
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Introduction to Teaching AAPI Studies K-12
Non AAARI EventsIn partnership with UFT Teacher Center, the following virtual workshop provides CTLE credit for New York City educators. Join the Asian American Education Project for a 60-minute professional development workshop that provides an overview of The Asian American Education Project’s lesson plans and the five thematic units on: citizenship, civil rights, identity, immigration, and racism. ... Read more
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Serica Storytellers: ROSEMEAD & The Realities of AAPI Mental Health
Non AAARI EventsWatch a clip from ROSEMEAD + join ROSEMEAD producer Mynette Louie, lived-experience storyteller Lisa Oberholzer-Gee, and therapist Jeanie Y. Chang for an honest conversation about AAPI mental health, caregiving, and the power of breaking silence. Followed by Q&A.
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Present Armat: Live Art × Meditation Ritual
Museum of Chinese in America 215 Centre Street, New York, NYNon AAARI EventsIn collaboration with the Chinatown Partnership/Chinatown BID, the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) invites you to Armat, an evolving art initiative by artist Yadi Liu that merges live digital drawing with meditation and contemplative presence. For this special session, Yadi partners with meditation teacher Michel Pascal, whose gentle guidance and occasional live vocal elements ... Read more
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AAPI Dance Festival
Ailey Citigroup Theatre 405 West 55th Street, New York, NYNon AAARI EventsPlease join Asian American Arts Alliance (A4) and Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company for the AAPI Dance Festival, an annual celebration of dance and choreography that highlights the artistry and innovation of choreographers of Asian descent, presented as part of the Dance Managers Collective’s APAP showcase at City Center and the Ailey Citigroup Theatre. The full ... Read more
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Half the Sky – Yin Mei Dance
Asia Society 725 Park Avenue, New York, NYNon AAARI EventsHow does a woman inhabit her own body? How can she claim ownership of it in the shadow of history—if that is even possible? It then extends the inquiry: in what ways can art and movement heal or simply acknowledge all the ghosts that inhabit this body? Half the Sky merges dance, projection, and installation ... Read more
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Winter Wellness with Kamwo Meridian
Think!Chinatown Studio 1 Pike Street, New York, NYNon AAARI EventsIn harmony with the winter, journey inward with Traditional Chinese Medicine. Experience the art of winter nourishment through black foods, herbal teas, and gentle rituals that strengthen the Kidneys, awaken inner warmth, and prepare your body for spring’s renewal — cultivating balance, resilience, and radiant vitality. Join us in collaboration with Kamwo Meridian Herbs for ... Read more
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Metamorphosis Exhibition Closing Party, Featuring Sutra Unveiling
China Institute 40 Rector Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NYNon AAARI EventsJoin us for the Metamorphosis Exhibition's intimate Closing Party with a surprise unveiling End Metamorphosis on a note of wonder with an intimate closing party and the long-awaited unveiling of the hidden golden sutra and mandala inside Bingyi’s Dream Chamber!
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AAPI Dance Festival: Rising Stars
New York City Center 131 West 55th Street, New York, NYNon AAARI EventsWe are thrilled to present for the first time at AAPI Dance Festival: Rising Stars, a showcase celebrating emerging choreographic voices from the Asian American community in New York. Performers include Gotham Dance Theater, Aishwarya Madhav, Stephanie Shin, Jie-Hung Connie Shiau, Compound Playground, Umami Playground Dance, and more.
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Morris Lum Book Talk: Chinatowns | Tong Yan Gaai
1 Pike St 1 Pike Street, New York, NY, United StatesNon AAARI EventsBook talk by Photographer Morris Lum, on his recently published book titled “Chinatowns: Tong Yan Gaai.” Join us for a thought-provoking afternoon book talk by Photographer Morris Lum, on his recently published book titled “Chinatowns: Tong Yan Gaai”, chronicling the rapid architectural & economic transformations of Chinatowns across Canada and the U.S. Following the book ... Read more
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Vong Pak’s BINARI
Jalopy Theatre 315 Columbia Street, Brooklyn, NYNon AAARI EventsVong Pak's BINARI is a powerful contemporary reimagining of the Korean shamanic blessing ritual known as Binari—a traditional performance offered to bring good fortune, protection, and prosperity to the community. Award-winning performer Vong Pak, recognized for his mastery of Korean percussive traditions, guides audiences through a transformative musical experience that bridges ancient ritual and modern ... Read more
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AAWW & The Strand Present – Chanel Miller + Jia Tolentino
Strand Book Store 828 Broadway 3rd Floor, Rare Book Room, New York, NYNon AAARI EventsJoin us for a launch event with bestselling writer and artist Chanel Miller, discussing her new children’s book THE MOON WITHOUT STARS.
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Hidden Voices: Asian American and Pacific Islander History
Non AAARI EventsJoin the Department of Social Studies and Civics as they explore ways to integrate the Hidden Voices: Asian American and Pacific Islanders Curriculum Guide. Attendees of this full-day, in-person workshop will become familiar with Hidden Voices and some of our Civics for All comics. We will consider different ways to integrate resources into the classroom ... Read more