Book Talk with Professor Andrew Seth Meyer: To Rule All Under Heaven
2026-06-24 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | China Institute, 40 Rector Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY, 10006
China Institute of America invites you to an evening conversation with historian Professor Andrew Seth Meyer on his new book To Rule All Under Heaven: A History of Classical China from Confucius to the First Emperor. Through war, diplomacy, debate, commerce, philosophy, literature, science, and art, Meyer brings to life one of the most transformative periods in Chinese civilization: the Warring States era, when the old Zhou order was collapsing and new ideas, institutions, and political systems were taking shape.
The conversation will be moderated by Susan Yuqing Feng, Director of Programs at China Institute of America, and followed by an audience Q&A and book signing.

Desk Yoga and Breathing Techniques
2026-06-25 13:00 - 14:00
Yoga at your desk is perfect for anybody who spends a lot of time working at a computer or in a cubicle. Join us on your lunch break to learn simple stretches and breathing exercises that can be performed while seated at or standing next to a standard office desk. It targets common areas of workplace tension like the neck, shoulders, wrists, and lower back to counteract the physical strain of prolonged sitting. This webinar will provide you with stretches and breathing techniques you can use to relieve tension throughout the day.

Genius on Display: Designing for the FIFA World Cup with Rich Tu
2026-06-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Poster House, 119 West 23rd Street, New York, NY, 10011
Join Poster House for an evening with Rich Tu, a creative director and educator, as well as the designer of the 2026 FIFA World Cup poster for New York and New Jersey. Tu will discuss the evolution of World Cup posters and take you through the creative process behind his 2026 design for the event.

Dinner & Book Talk with Artist Ria Sim, Author of "Dear New York, I Love You"
2026-06-26 18:00 - 21:00
Join us for an evening with illustrator Ria Sim (@coffeecakescafe), who will discuss her art book, Dear New York, I Love You: An Artist’s Celebration of the City, which celebrates New York’s colorful streets, classic haunts, and simple pleasures.
In addition to the discussion, admission includes a hardcover copy of her book Dear New York, I Love You: An Artist’s Celebration of the City that Ria can sign, as well as a buffet dinner featuring the famously delicious, light, and airy Hong Kong-style paper-wrapped spongecakes in a wide array of original and special flavors from one of the inspirations behind her drawings: Spongies Cafe!

2026 AAPI-LEAD - Youth Conference (Cohort A)
2026-06-27 - 2026-06-30 | 40 Broad Street, 40 Broad Street, New York, NY, 10004
AAPI-LEAD (Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders – Learn. Engage. Advocate. Dream) is a 4-day youth conference that brings together NYC’s AAPI and allied youth to discuss the experiences and issues most relevant to AAPI young people.

The 24th World Korean Traditional Art Competition
2026-06-27 10:00 - 19:00 | Barrymore Film Center, 153 Main Street, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024
The Traditional Art Society of Korea (TASK) & The Federation of Korean Associations, USA host the 24th World Korean Traditional Art Competition. This event aims to promote Korea’s excellent traditional culture widely, discover and support talented next-generation Korean musicians living abroad, and enhance the skills of overseas Korean musicians, thereby expanding the base of traditional Korean music.

A Taste of Jib-Bap: Discovering the Warmth of a Korean Hansang
2026-06-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Bueok at Korean Cultural Center, 122 E 32nd Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY, 10016, United States
The Korean Cultural Center New York (KCCNY) is pleased to present A Taste of Jib-Bap: Discovering the Warmth of a Korean Hansang, a hands-on culinary workshop led by Instructor Jiyoung Park, founder of ParksKitchen in San Francisco.
In this collaborative session, attendees will gather in groups to create a traditional Korean Hansang—a complete meal featuring steamed rice, a savory soup, a main dish, an assortment of side dishes, and roasted gim (seaweed)—while exploring the flavors, ingredients, and traditions that define Korean home cooking. Guided by Jiyoung Park, participants will learn fundamental Korean cooking techniques and gain insight into the cultural traditions and everyday practices that shape Korean home dining.

Book Launch Party - Horizon Hong Kong: Selected Stories
2026-06-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Accent Sisters, 89 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, 10002
One of Hong Kong’s leading English writers, Xu Xi investigates and invigorates the transnational, transcultural, and translingual dimensions of her beloved city in these 22 stories covering the 1960s to the present day. Accent Sisters is proud to present the book launch of Xu Xi’s short story collection, Horizon Hong Kong, a Gaudy Boy publication in conversation with Jee Leong Koh.

K-Pop Dance Night With DJ MOOBEK & HWARANG
2026-07-01 20:00 - 22:00 | The Dance Floor at Josie Robertson Plaza, 10 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY, 10023
Lincoln Center’s Silent Disco series continues with a high-energy night led by DJ MOOBEK, founder of KCORE PRODUCTION. MOOBEK has performed at major festivals and clubs across North America, Asia, and South America. Drawing from extensive experience on international stages, he delivers more than just a DJ set, creating a fully immersive performance that blends Hip-Hop, EDM, and K-pop. Joining him is Seattle-based DJ HWARANG, known for his versatile and crowd-driven sets fusing K-pop with U.S. chart-toppers. With strong energy and seamless flow, he brings an engaging and elevated atmosphere to The Dance Floor. From nostalgic K-pop classics to today’s biggest hits and explosive electronic drops, this Silent Disco transforms Lincoln Center into a global dance floor.

Road to the Midterms: Mobilizing the AANHPI Community
2026-07-02 14:00 - 15:00
Join us for an insightful panel featuring SALDEF, APIAVote, LEADFilipino, and ACDC. These organizations have active civic engagement programming planned for the upcoming midterm elections and will share more about how they are reaching out to their specific communities, the programmatic goals, and how they are making the case for why AAPIs need to vote! Attendees will learn about different communities and outreach strategies that will be useful in their own work as well learn about resources to help them in their own work reaching AAPI Voters across the country.

JAPAN CUTS 2026 Film Festival
2026-07-08 - 2026-07-18 | Japan Society, 333 East 47th Street, New York, NY, 10017, United States
North America’s largest festival of contemporary Japanese film returns for its 19th year this summer at Japan Society! Join us for over 30 curated films from across Japan featuring major award-winners, indie darlings, up-and-coming filmmakers, restorations, documentaries, short films, anime and more. JAPAN CUTS Powered by Canon is a showcase of the latest in Japanese cinema, featuring both today’s most popular actors and directors as well as tomorrow’s pioneering talent. Become part of our passionate filmgoer community for premieres, parties and celebrity guests in the heart of America’s biggest city!

Understanding Communities Discriminated on Work and Descent: Global Perspectives and Emerging Normative Frameworks
2026-07-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Asian American / Asian Research Institute, 25 West 43rd Street, Suite 1000, New York, 10036, United States
Across the globe, millions of people continue to face systemic discrimination, exclusion, and unequal opportunities based entirely on their inherited status, descent, or ancestral occupation. While deeply associated with the caste system in South Asia, these rigid intergenerational hierarchies affect diverse global populations, including the Roma in Europe, Haratine in Africa, Buraku in Japan, Osu in Nigeria, and Quilombola and Palenque communities in Latin America. To confront this global challenge, this seminar brings together scholars, students, practitioners, and policymakers to foster a comparative understanding of Communities Discriminated on Work and Descent (CDWD).

Screening - The Professor: Tai Chi’s Journey West
2026-07-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Museum of Chinese in America, 215 Centre Street, New York, NY, 10013
The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) invites you to a special screening of The Professor: Tai Chi’s Journey West, followed by a conversation and audience Q&A with director Barry Strugatz.
This feature documentary explores the life and legacy of Cheng Man-ch’ing (1902–1975), the renowned Tai Chi master who introduced the practice to a generation of students in the United States during the social and cultural upheavals of the 1960s. Revered by many as one of the greatest Tai Chi teachers of the modern era, Cheng helped bring Chinese philosophy, martial arts, and cultural traditions to Western audiences. Through archival footage, interviews, and demonstrations, the film traces his remarkable journey while illuminating Tai Chi as both a martial art and a lifelong spiritual practice.

2026 Long Island AAPI-LEAD Youth Conference
2026-07-10 - 2026-07-12 | Adelphi University, 1 South Ave, Garden City, NY, 11530
AAPI- LEAD (Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders – Learn. Engage. Advocate. Dream.) is a 3-day conference that brings together AAPI and allied youth to discuss the experiences and issues most relevant to AAPI young people.

25th New York Asian Film Festival
2026-07-10 - 2026-07-23 | Film at Lincoln Center’s Walter Reade Theater, 165 W. 65th Street, New York, NY, 10023
This year’s program features more than 50 filmmakers, ranging from acclaimed veterans to exciting new voices, who will be on hand for post-screening Q&As and special appearances.
Films w. Talent In Person:

A Dance with Rainbows (Taiwan) – Twenty-year-old Ling, a promising boxer, struggles to stay afloat both inside and outside the ring. Q&A w. director Lee Yi-shan on Saturday, July 11 at 6:15pm
The Undertaker 2: World After Death (Thailand) – When lightning revives an old woman, a grieving young man sees a way to reach the afterlife. Q&A w. director Thiti Srinuan, cinematographer Krittideach Gajangsri, and more on Monday, July 13 at 6:00pm
Tha Rae: The Exorcist (Thailand) – A demon returns to Thailand’s oldest and largest Catholic community for a terrifying confrontation. Q&A w. actor James Jirayu Tangsrisuk on Tuesday, July 14 at 6:00pm

Tickets are currently available for the General Public, $20 and Students $17. By using the code TAKEOFF in the promo code box at checkout, you can enjoy a discount of $5 on your ticket purchase!

Buddhism Along the Silk Road
2026-07-11 14:00 - 15:00 | High Line Spur at 30th St, 10th Av, 30th Street & 10th Avenue, New York, NY, 10001, United States
Featuring a lecture by Jin Xu, Jane and Leopold Swergold Associate Professor of Chinese Art History at Columbia University, this session situates the Bamiyan Buddha within the broader history of Buddhist transmission across East, Central, and South Asia. The session highlights how trade routes facilitated cultural encounters, religious coexistence, and the circulation of artistic forms.
The lecture will be followed by a guided meditation by Jessica Angima, a Kenyan-American community organizer, MNDFL meditation facilitator, and dharma student of Western Insight and Theravada traditions. Jessica is the organizer of Meditation for Black Lives.
Rain date: July 12, 2 – 3pm

Closing Party for The Dancing Goddess
2026-07-11 15:00 - 17:00 | China Institute of America, 40 Rector Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY
With this festive closing party, we bring the curtain down on our landmark exhibition.

China Institute of America President Jin Yu, CEO George Geh, and Gallery Director Charles A. Riley cordially invite you to the Closing Party of The Dancing Goddess: Mei Lanfang in America on Saturday, July 10, from 3 to 5 PM.
Join us as we celebrate the much-anticipated launch of the fully illustrated 400-page exhibition catalogue, alongside a “water sleeves” dance performance. With this festive closing party, we bring the curtain down on our landmark exhibition.

Career Ceilings Masterclass "Creating Organizational Change from Within"
2026-07-15 18:00 - 19:00
This event will feature insights from two accomplished panelists who have expertise on this topic from their exposure to many companies as well as their own personal careers and how each of us can create positive change within our own organizations.
Peter Young, Committee of 100 Board Member and New York Regional Chair, and Chair of the Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative, will moderate.
After the conclusion of the fireside chat, there will be a Q&A session during which members of the audience may ask questions.

Korean Through K-Pop Workshop
2026-07-16 19:00 - 21:00 | The Korea Society, 350 Madison Avenue, 24th Floor, NY, 10017, United States
Dive into K-pop songs as authentic materials to learn Korean grammar, expressions, and culture! We’ll explore selected songs from K-pop artists like BTS and K-drama soundtracks, using lyrics as a guide to uncover everyday language! We will learn practical expressions and vocabulary through lyrics from the following songs:

“Sudden Shower (소나기)” – Eclipse (from Lovely Runner soundtrack)
“Even If I Die, It’s You (죽어도 너야)” – V (BTS) & Jin (BTS)
“It Must Be Love (사랑인가봐)” – MeloMance (K-pop Demon Hunters/Business Proposal soundtrack)
“I Give You My Heart (마음을 드려요)” – IU (Crash Landing on You soundtrack)

Asian American Leadership Summit
2026-07-17 - 2026-07-18 | Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, 08544
Join Asian American leaders and community members from across New Jersey as we discuss our needs, share our stories, and build our collective power. This first-of-its-kind summit will feature education and advocacy workshops, insightful speakers and panels, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow attendees.

MAKE IT IN NYC! The Past And Future Of Asian/American Filmmaking In The City
2026-07-17 17:30 - 18:30 | Film at Lincoln Center / Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center, 144 West 65th Street, New York, NY, 10023
This event takes place Friday, July 17 from 5:30pm-6:30pm at Film at Lincoln Center’s Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center Amphitheater. Tickets are $5 for FLC and NYAFF Members and $10 for the General Public.
From Chinatown to Queens, the Village to the Bronx, Harlem to Brooklyn, New York City has long been a living set for filmmakers across generations. But what makes the city such a powerful place for creatives, especially for Asian and Asian American filmmaking today?
Bringing together professionals from across the entertainment industry, this panel explores the past, present, and future of filmmaking in New York City. From major studio productions to independent projects, the city has a long history of on-location shooting yet continuing to adapt to the changing media landscape. Speakers will discuss both the opportunities and challenges of working in film today, while sharing practical insights on production resources, legal and tax support, professional networks, and showcasing opportunities available to creators from diverse backgrounds.
For students, aspiring filmmakers, emerging talent, established creatives, dreamers, and doers, NYC remains a place where stories begin, unfold, and never end. Come learn what it takes to make it here!

NEW YORK ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL FILMMAKERS NIGHT 2026
2026-07-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Film at Lincoln Center’s Walter Reade Theater, 165 W. 65th Street, New York, NY, 10023
This event takes place Friday, July 17 from 7-9pm at Film at Lincoln Center’s Frieda and Roy Furman Gallery at Walter Reade Theater. Tickets are $20 for FLC and NYAFF Members and $25 for the General Public.
Connect with fellow filmmakers from across Asia and the U.S. at NYAFF’s Filmmakers Night! This special gathering, made possible with generous support from Sapporo, offers a great chance for both emerging and established filmmakers to share ideas, make new connections, build community, and celebrate Asian and Asian American filmmaking. Grab a Sapporo and toast to the cinema that brings us together!

2026 UALE Northeast Women’s Summer School
2026-07-20 - 2026-07-24 | CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies, 25 West 43rd Street, 18th Floor, New York, NY, 10036
The UALE Northeast Women’s Summer School is a residential labor education program that brings together women and gender-expansive members of unions and worker organizations to develop leadership skills, deepen political analysis, and strengthen solidarity across movements.

APAICS 2026 Energy & Commerce Summit
2026-07-22
The APAICS Energy & Commerce Summit brings together industry and community leaders alongside Asian American & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AA & NH/PI) Members of Congress to discuss top-line energy and commerce concerns that are affecting the AA & NH/PI community and the nation at-large.
During the virtual Summit, speakers will explore topics ranging from green workforce development, the current state of the energy landscape, the future of climate action, building next generation businesses, mobility and transportation access, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence and data centers. Community and industry leaders, alongside key stakeholders and policymakers, will discuss the challenges they face and the policy solutions they are developing in response.

Ainu Summer Festival: Ainu Stories, Culture, and Traditions
2026-07-22 - 2026-07-23 | Japan Society, 333 East 47th Street, New York, NY, 10017, United States
Japan Society invites you to join us for the Ainu Summer Festival: Ainu Stories, Culture, and Traditions, a multi-day cultural celebration of the Ainu, the Indigenous People of Northern Japan. This special event takes place July 22-23 and August 12-13 and will welcome over 25 artists and educators from the Ainu community in the Town of Biratori in Hokkaido, Japan to present Ainu history, food, language, customs, woodworking, embroidery, and traditional dances through a combination of workshops, tastings, lectures, screenings, and more.
Japan Society is honored to present this special event with the Town of Biratori in honor of the Centennial Anniversary of the Birth of Ainu Cultural Expert and Politician Shigeru Kayano.
A special 50% discount offer for School/College/Universitiy
Please contact naomim@garafilms.com
*Apply only for main events. First come, first served.

FANHS DMV 2026 Conference - PiNoise on the Potomac: Monuments to Change
2026-07-22 - 2026-07-25 | Crystal Gateway Marriott, 1700 Richmond Highway, Arlington, VA, 22202
The FANHS conference forms a national home for students, scholars, community leaders, artists, and healers. The space opens pathways for shared research, storytelling, and cultural memory. Emerging scholars and students enter this home with new questions, new narratives, and new visions for Filipino American history.

Ready, Set, Register! Planning Your 2026 NVRD Voter Registration Drive
2026-07-22 14:00 - 15:00
National Voter Registration Day (NVRD) is just around the corner on Sept 15th, and there has never been a more important time for organizations to help their communities access trusted voter registration information. But 2026 presents new challenges. Across the country, voter registration requirements, deadlines, and policies continue to evolve, leaving many organizations wondering how to confidently and compliantly conduct voter registration drives while ensuring every eligible voter has the information they need.
So let’s go back to the basics. Whether you’re hosting your first voter registration drive or have participated in NVRD for years, this webinar will equip you with the practical tools, best practices, and confidence to plan a successful, nonpartisan voter registration effort on Sept 15th.

Caring for Youth & Families Impacted by Suicide
2026-07-22 15:00 - 16:30
Join us for the third webinar in the Suicide Prevention & Intervention for Asian American & Asian Immigrant (AAAI) Youth series, focused on supporting youth, families, and communities impacted by suicide.
Speakers will share perspectives from research and practice on the grieving process among youth and families impacted by suicide, including factors that can support healing as well as those that may intensify distress. The webinar will also highlight common barriers to accessing grief support, the role of community and faith-based networks, and the ways in which cultural values and beliefs influence help-seeking and coping.

Lincoln Center Summer in the City - Chinese Arts Week
2026-07-23 - 2026-07-26 | Lincoln Center, 70 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY, 10023
Lincoln Center’s Summer for the City shines a spotlight on the rich cultural artistry of China with a week-long showcase of programs highlighting the depth and diversity of Chinese culture. In collaboration with Jino cultural heritage artists, the Pulitzer Prize winner Du Yun reimagines ancient oral traditions of the Jino people at the North American premiere of her new work, The Ocean Etched in the Forest (刻在森林的海). Shen Wei Dance Arts celebrates the 30th anniversary of their first Lincoln Center show in a joint performance with the influential Guangdong Modern Dance Company. Everything Everywhere All at Once soundtrack composer Ian Chang and electronic duo Taiga make their Lincoln Center headlining debuts. Our Chinese Arts Week Silent Disco spotlights contemporary Mandopop and Cantopop hits with international DJ sets. There are also family-friendly workshops, a Storytime with the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, local Chinese food vendors, The Art of Wellbeing Tai Chi class, and much more to discover.

CARE & CONNECT: Understanding & Recognizing Cultural Trauma
2026-07-23 18:30 - 20:00 | Museum of Chinese in America, 215 Centre Street, New York, NY, 10013
The Museum of Chinese in America is proud to partner with Connect/Hamilton Madison House to present a series of public programs focused on mental wellness: Care & Connect. This series aims to provide accessible resources while creating a space for open conversation, helping to dismantle the stigma surrounding mental health support.
Join us for our second Care & CONNECT event, Understanding & Recognizing Cultural Trauma, a workshop led by Hamilton Madison House’s Dr. Jihan Ryu and Dr. Kristin Kim-Martin.

Dr. Kim-Martin is a psychologist whose research centers on cultural trauma and the immigration experience. Her dissertation explored how immigration shapes the help-seeking behaviors of second-generation Korean Americans. Dr. Jihan Ryu is CONNECT’s primary psychiatrist, providing trauma-informed, culturally competent care in our Lower East Side community.
