Miya Ando: Water of the Sky
2026-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Sundaram Tagore Gallery, 542 West 26th Street, New York, NY, 10001, United States
Please join Miya Ando for cocktails and a book signing. Capturing rain’s many expressions, Water of the Sky, which Ando wrote and illustrated, is a compendium of 2,000 Japanese words for rain and their English interpretations accompanied by one hundred drawings in indigo. Reflecting her keen powers of observation, Ando’s illustrations beautifully embody and imagine each rain’s precise and essential quality.
A selection of paintings from the artist’s indigo series will be on view in the gallery. The series will be the focus of an upcoming solo exhibition slated for the fall of 2026 at Sundaram Tagore New York.

Equitable Approaches to Address Climate Change, Food Insecurity & Poverty
2026-01-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Port Richmond High School, 85 St Josephs Ave, Staten Island, NY, 10302
Join the Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice for a conversation with City agencies and community organizations discussing how we can ensure equitable food systems and sovereignty by addressing the connection between climate change, food insecurity, and poverty in Port Richmond, Staten Island on December 2nd. We will hear from Forgotten Foods, the NYC Department of City Planning, the NYC Economic Development Corporation, and The New School.
Light refreshments and interpretation will be provided.

Celebrating Sikh Turbans as Articles of Faith Representing Faith, Equality, and Justice
2026-01-15 19:00 - 20:00 | NY
Join The Asian American Education Project for a live, virtual workshop in partnership with SALDEF (Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund) to learn about the significance of and perceptions of Sikh turbans.
The Sikh turban represents the values of faith, equality, and justice. However, negative perceptions of the turban have resulted from stereotypes, media portrayals, and global events. In this workshop, participants will examine the origins of “turban myths” that have formed about Sikh turbans. They will contextualize these within patterns of Sikh immigration to the United States and relevant historical events. Participants will gain access to lesson plans and resources for teaching this content in the classroom.

Vietnamese American Experiences Model Curriculum Conference
2026-01-16 - 2026-01-17 | Doubletree by Hilton Hotel San Diego – Mission Valley, 7450 Hazard Center Drive, San Diego, CA, 92108
The Orange County Department of Education is excited and honored to welcome you to the Vietnamese American Experiences Conference on January 16-17, 2026. The presentations featured in this conference will provide attendees with foundational knowledge to prepare them for the implementation of the Vietnamese American Experiences Model Curriculum in their schools, districts, and communities.

Creatives in Motion 2026: The Next Generation of Korean Artists on Stage in NYC
2026-01-16 - 2026-01-17 | Korean Cultural Center NY, 122 E 32nd St, New York, NY, 10016
Creatives in Motion is a collaborative project between the Korean Cultural Center New York and the Korea National University of Arts. Designed to spotlight emerging Korean artists and foster meaningful connections with local audiences and producers in New York, the program returns for its second edition in 2026.

New Ear Festival
2026-01-16 - 2026-01-19 | Fridman Gallery, 169 Bowery, New York, NY, 10002
The New Ear Festival is a bold exploration of avant-garde sound and contemporary art. The festival features a diverse lineup of artists pushing the boundaries of sonic innovation, embodying one of Fridman Gallery’s core missions—to help restore the creative, experimental spirit of downtown Manhattan.
Night 01 :: Talullah Calderwood, Sue Huang, Konjur Collective (Bashi Rose, Jamal R. Moore, Daoure Diongue, Emperor King Bishop)
Night 02 :: Jade Manns, Heather Dewey-Hagborg, Stephen Vitiello | Brendan Canty | Hahn Rowe
Night 02 :: Jade Manns, Heather Dewey-Hagborg, Stephen Vitiello | Brendan Canty | Hahn Rowe

The Power of Collaboration in an Era of Uncertainty
2026-01-16 13:00 - 16:00 | NY
Given the current uncertainty and volatility of social and legal resources, Womankind’s 2026 conference aims to offer strength as service providers to help survivors of human trafficking. During the first half of the conference, panelists will focus on collaboration through the lens of safety planning on state and local levels, including language access, legal services, and education for employment.

2026 Womankind Anti-Human Trafficking Conference: The Power of Collaboration in an Era of Uncertainty
2026-01-16 13:00 - 16:00 | NY

Asians Fighting Injustice Monthly Meet-Up
2026-01-17 13:30 - 15:30 | NY
Join us for a chill, low-key meetup centered on community, conversation, and good vibes. This is a space to meet new people, reconnect with familiar faces, and learn more about AFI, what we’re working on, and how to get involved.

The Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration: "WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE"
2026-01-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Queens College/CUNY (Goldstein Theatre), 153-49 Reeves Avenue, Flushing, NY, 11367
On Sunday, January 18, join us to celebrate the life and legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the enduring connection of Dr. King to Queens College. The program begins at 3 pm.

Honoree Carol Jenkins, television journalist, author, and women’s rights activist, will give the keynote address, followed by a performance by Tyreek McDole a leading jazz voice of his generation.

Co-Sponsored by Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Kupferberg Center for the Arts.

The Resilient Leader: Thriving Through Change
2026-01-20 12:00 - 13:00 | NY
Lead through change. Gain skills and strategies to adapt, inspire, and sustain nonprofit success.

The nonprofit world is ever-changing—resilient leadership is the key to sustainability. This workshop equips leaders with the mindset, strategies, and skills to adapt to uncertainty, inspire teams, and guide organizations toward long-term success.
Who should attend: Nonprofit executives, managers, and emerging leaders navigating growth and change.
About the facilitator
Hugh helps organizations optimize performance through training and development of their members at all levels and the streamlining of organizational processes. As Founder of Bridge Innovators, Inc. and an accomplished, dynamic speaker, Hugh blends his love of education, the study of people, and research into his process-driven approach to organizational learning and development. In addition to leading Bridge, Inc., Hugh is currently also an Adjunct Professor at Long Island University in the School of Business, Department of Social Work, and the Department of Sociology and Anthropology.

Get Lit January Book Club: Ocean Vuong
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:00 | NY
The New York Public Library and WNYC—two indispensable New York institutions—are partnering to host a book club that brings New Yorkers together and fosters community.
The January title is Ocean Vuong’s The Emperor of Gladness, a novel about chosen family, unexpected friendship, and the stories we tell ourselves in order to survive.
Join Alison Stewart, the author, and readers everywhere for a live conversation, in-person or online, on Tuesday, January 20 at 6 PM.

A Conversation on AI & Teaching with David Adams
2026-01-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Fund for the City of New York, 121 Avenue 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10013, United States
As conversations about Artificial Intelligence rapidly evolve across industries, one question remains especially urgent: How can AI help support the work of teachers and strengthen our classrooms?
To explore this question, join the Fund for the City of New York for a special fireside chat with David Adams, Chief Executive Officer of the Urban Assembly and one of the nation’s most influential leaders in social-emotional learning (SEL) and education innovation.
Across the country, schools are facing unprecedented challenges: rising student needs, staffing shortages, limited access to counselors, and mounting pressure on teachers to do more with less. While AI is often discussed in terms of disruption, David Adams invites us to consider a different perspective—AI as a strategic tool to increase teacher capacity, not replace it.
This fireside chat will shed light on an emerging space where technology and human-centered teaching intersect—with an emphasis on solving problems through real-world constraints. We invite you to join us for this timely and inspiring conversation on AI & Teaching—and to be part of the growing dialogue about how technology can strengthen our schools.

Perception and Reality: What U.S.–China Relations Mean for Chinese Americans Today
2026-01-21 16:00 - 17:00 | NY
Join us for the launch of the first in a four-part series featuring national data on Americans’ views of U.S.–China relations, related domestic policies, and their impact on Chinese Americans. Our panelists will explore how public opinion, policy choices, and societal attitudes shape the Chinese American experience:

Sam Collitt, Research and Data Scientist at Committee of 100
Madeline Y. Hsu, Professor of History at University of Maryland, College Park
Ian Shin, Assistant Professor of History and American Culture at University of Michigan
Sheryl WuDunn, Executive, Lecturer and Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist

Book Club: I Deliver Parcels in Beijing
2026-01-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Asia Society, 725 Park Avenue, New York, NY, 10021
For decades, Hu Anyan floated between odd jobs on the outskirts of China’s megalopolises: stocking warehouses, waiting at hotels, selling bikes, delivering packages and more. Then in 2017, suffering from insomnia after graveyard shifts in a Foshan warehouse, he began to write seriously. I Deliver Parcels in Beijing, a profound collection of autobiographical essays on the nature of work, human endurance and the crush of modernity, is the result. The memoir follows Hu’s peripatetic life, chronicling the absurdities, tragedies and triumphs of a life on the edge. A self-taught “wild” writer, Hu’s prose is propulsive and readable. With nearly two million copies sold in China, Parcels, as CBR columnist Na Zhong put it, is about “how our minds and bodies are chipped away by numbers” in pursuit of another day’s freedom. Rendered into English by Jack Hargreaves (author of CBR’s translated fiction column), Parcels is the latest great work of “amateur literature” (素人文学) to come from China.
Join our bimonthly book club for evenings of spirited literary discussion and connection with likeminded readers. China Books Review editors host sessions in New York City (at Asia Society’s café) and Washington, D.C. (at JF Books). We meet five times a year (Jan, Mar, May, Sep, Nov) to discuss the latest literature from or on the Sinophone world, with a focus on translated Chinese fiction — featuring introductory context, freewheeling discussions and light refreshments, plus plenty of time for mingling.
Email info@chinabooksreview.com to sign-up for our next session! Please include a short bio and your city (NYC or DC, no remote). You’ll also be added to our invite list for future sessions (no pressure to attend each time; we can take you off the list anytime.)

Asian American Women's Initiative Planning Session
2026-01-21 17:30 - 20:00 | Heidrick & Struggles, 1 Vanderbilt Ave, New York, 10017, United States
This plenary session will bring together Asian American women professionals and allies for inspiration, connection, and practical career insights. The program includes a networking event along with leaders who will facilitate dialogues to collect insights from participants before the formal March launch of this women’s initiative.
This session aims to create an uplifting space for gathering feedback one final time in order to build a strong community to launch this women’s initiative within AABDC.

New Year, New You! Powered by K-Health
2026-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 | The Korea Society, 350 Madison Avenue, 24th Floor, New York, NY, 10017
As we step into the new year, wellness and innovation take center stage. Korea’s rapidly advancing medical and biotechnology industries are reshaping how people pursue healthier, longer, and more connected lives—spanning AI-enabled diagnostics, precision medicine, global clinical collaboration, and wellness tourism.
Join us for a timely discussion with William Ban (Himedi), Taesoo Sean Kim (IceMiller), and Ken Nesmith (Lunit) spotlighting Korea’s health-tech startups, scale-ups, and leading institutions at the forefront of medical innovation. The conversation will explore where Korean startups are creating value across the healthcare continuum, how they are partnering with U.S. healthcare systems, investors, and regulators, and what these cross-border collaborations mean for the future of patient care, precision medicine, and wellness-driven industries.

Opening Reception & Korean Tea Ceremony | Lunar New Year Exhibition: Red Horizon: Art. Heritage. New Energy
2026-01-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Blvd, Flushing, NY, 11354, United States
Kick off the Lunar New Year with a warm and welcoming celebration! Join us for the opening of Red Horizon: Art. Heritage. New Energy, our vibrant group exhibition honoring the courageous spirit of the Year of the Red Horse. Come raise a cup to new beginnings, explore art that bridges heritage and innovation, and connect with our creative community. All are welcome.

Viewpoints: Stan Lai 賴聲川 in Conversation with David Henry Hwang
2026-01-23 18:30 - 20:00 | Asia Society, 725 Park Avenue, New York, NY, 10021
Unpack the art of creativity with two creative titans of the stage: Asia’s top theatre director Stan Lai (賴聲川) discusses his latest book Creativitry: Asia’s Iconic Playwright Reveals the Art of Creativity in a vibrant conversation acclaimed playwright David Henry Hwang.
This program is part of Viewpoints, an annual series in which prominent, visionary figures in the creative arts are interviewed on-stage before a public audience, about their work, career, and relationship with Asia. Viewpoints has been made possible by the generous support of Aashish and Dinyar S. Devitre.

A+ Asian Comedy. Asian Stand Up Comedy in NYC’s Broadway Theater District.
2026-01-23 21:00 - 22:30 | 318 W 53rd st, 318 West 53rd Street, New York, NY, 10019, United States
A+ Asian Comedy is the ultimate Asian stand up comedy show, filled with the funniest Asian comedians New York City has to offer. Our comics can be seen on Netflix, HBO, and Comedy Central, but nothing compares to seeing them perform live at the world famous Broadway Comedy Club. Tickets are limited, so purchase yours now and enjoy the show!
Venue Policy:
A two-drink minimum applies (non-alcoholic options available).
16 and older

OCA-NY Regional Leadership Summit
2026-01-24 09:30 - 17:30 | CPC One, 45 Suffolk Street, New York, NY, 10002
A one-day leadership summit with interactive trainings on community organizing, advocacy, and civic engagement for AANHPI leaders.

Please join us for a one-day leadership summit with interactive trainings on community organizing, advocacy, and civic engagement for AANHPI community members and leaders on Saturday, 24th of January, at CPC One, 45 Suffolk Street. The summit will encourage participants to become more civically engaged and to create a pipeline of policy champions.
Complimentary breakfast and lunch will be provided. There will also be a post-summit networking reception.

Lunar New Year: Art of Chinese Dance
2026-01-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Carmine Carro Community Center – Marine Park, 3000 Fillmore Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11234
The Year of the Horse is here! Celebrate the Lunar New Year in style with MPA, Brooklyn Public Library, and the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company for an interactive dance experience featuring dazzling costumes and eye-catching props, plus crafts and fun for the whole family!

Rhythm of the City: Rep Asia
2026-01-24 13:00 - 16:00 | Museum of the City of New York, 1220 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, 10029
Get ready to move to the rhythm of two dynamic cultures! Rep Asia is a high-energy music and dance celebration reuniting Chinatown Records and Basement Bhangra together on the dance floor. Experience the fusion of Chinese and South Asian sounds with DJ yiuyiu 瑶瑶 and DJ Rekha. Learn to move like we did at the summer Chinatown Block Party 夏日傾情 all over again!

Tokyo Downtown: City Pop, J-Pop, Synthwave, Disco
2026-01-24 17:30 - 18:00 | The Red Pavilion, 1241 Flushing Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11237, United States
Step into a shimmering dream of 1980s Tokyo as Kuni Mikami’s Tokyo Downtown brings the smooth, soulful sounds of City Pop to life! Immerse yourself in the nostalgic groove of sleek synths, funky basslines, and lush melodies that defined Japan’s golden age of pop music.
From the neon-lit streets of Shibuya to the breezy coastal drives of Yokohama, Tokyo Downtown channels the iconic vibes of artists like Tatsuro Yamashita, Mariya Takeuchi, and Anri, transporting you to a world of high-rise romance and midnight escapades.
Kuni Mikami (Keyboard), Chihiro Tainaka (Vocal),Yuko Ito (Vocal), Kumiko Arikawa (Vocal), Ruco Nishino (Vocal), MJ Kahng (Bass),Tomoya Ogawa (Guitar), Rintaro Mikami (Drums)
Jan. 24 – Doors 5:30pm / Show 6:00pm / Walk-ins welcome
Feb. 27 – Doors 7:00pm / Show 7:30pm / Walk-ins welcome
21+ ID Required. Please be reminded that tables have a 2-drink minimum per person. All sales are final.

El Souq Ramadan Pop-Up
2026-01-25 11:00 - 18:00 | 9 W 8th St, 9 West 8th Street, New York, NY, 10011, United States
El Souq Presents: Ramadan 2026
Sunday, January 25th | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Ideal Glass Studios | 9 W. 8th St., New York, NY
As the winter holidays come to a close, we’re ringing in the new year with our first pop-up of the year, in celebration of the upcoming Ramadan and Eid season.
Join us for an incredible day that’s all about connection, intention, and supporting small independant SWANA and South Asian businesses as we prepare for a special time of year. We can’t wait to welcome you.

The El Souq Experience
Shop from a curated lineup of 40+ independent brands and makers rooted in SWANA and South Asian heritage, offering handcrafted gifts, home décor, jewelry, fashion, art, and culinary delights— perfect for your holiday gifting and personal indulgence.
Join us for a day-long celebration of the best SWANA & South Asian independent brands where you will enjoy delicious bites, soulful global sounds, high vibrations and the most special community in NYC!
Stay tuned for special performances
Plus: Every ticket includes a raffle entry for a chance to win exclusive products from our incredible vendors!
Your Ticket Includes:

Entry to the event
One raffle entry
Access to all vendor booths and experiences

Support small businesses, find one-of-a-kind gifts that tell a story, and celebrate the season with friends, family, and community — everyone’s welcome!
Follow us on Instagram @el_souq for vendor spotlights, raffle previews, and event updates!

YELLOW: An Artistic Space Centering Asian Voices
2026-01-25 12:30 - 14:30 | NY
Come find refuge in a space that celebrates & centers Asians!
“In the West, yellow’s unsavory status went back centuries…The color grew to represent envy, jealousy…duplicity…and cowardice.
Yellow was a contemptible color in the Western imagination, and it fit snugly with the Western idea of the Oriental human being, especially as he became a threat first to the American workingman, then to the chaste American woman, and finally to Western civilization itself.
– Excerpts from “Big Little Man” by Alex Tizon
For Asians, yellow represents soil & earth, life, resistance, courage, rebirth, revolution, & unity.We are reclaiming and rewriting all narratives that undermine the richness and complexity of Asian individuals, cultures, traditions, & longing. Join us in amplifying and celebrating Asian heritage with song, dance, poetry, performance, & discourse.
For a peek into the power & creativity of some of our Asian artists, delight in our gift bags from CommemorASIAN: Shame is Not Ours to Keep (2024) & Yellow CommemorASIAN (2025)!
There is no need to sign up to perform. Anyone can perform as long as they are amplifying Asian voices, artists, initiatives, & experiences. A list of Asian artists will be shared for participants to peruse their work and share whatever resonates with them – of course, you are welcome to add to our list! Each VOICE will have the floor for 5 minutes.
Creating a safer space for everyone is our priority. We do not tolerate any discrimination, including but not limited to racism, sexism, queerphobia, islamophobia, antisemitism, ableism, xenophobia, and sanism.
We demand a free Congo, Nepal, Palestine, Sudan, Syria, Tibet, Turtle Island, Ukraine, Yemen; and freedom for all countries, peoples, and species that face colonization, erasure, and oppression. If you do not align with our ethos, then this space is not for you.
Otherwise, we’ll see you on the last Sunday of the month (with some exceptions)!

Performance: New Year (Odori-zome)
2026-01-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Gibney: Agnes Varis Performing Arts Center, 280 Broadway, New York, NY, 10007
Ring in 2026 with Sachiyo Ito & Company’s annual Odori-zome (New Year Dance) on Sunday, January 25 at the Gibney Dance Center in Manhattan. This vibrant celebration brings together a multicultural and intergenerational ensemble of Japanese dance students alongside distinguished guest artists including, International singer Beth Griffith, New York Taiko Aiko-kai (NYTAK), Chinese Opera performer Junqing Tao, and Singer Yoko Mariya Yamashita.

2026 AAARI Innovators Fellowship – Info Session
2026-01-26 12:00 - 13:00 | NY
Join this free information session to learn about the 2026 AAARI Innovators Fellowship, a 16-week program empowering changemakers to address complex challenges facing Asian American communities. The AAARI Innovation Fellowship is open to CUNY undergraduate and graduate students, interested in social impact. No prior experience required.

An Assembly of New York Artists
2026-01-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Danspace Project Inc, 131 E 10th St, New York, NY, 10003, United States
The Hunter College Office of the Arts invites all New York artists and arts workers to speak out at this public event, to share their ideas for creating a more equitable and vibrant arts landscape in New York City and State.

The Story Collider: Unspoken – Stories About Science
2026-01-26 19:00 - 20:30 | Caveat, 21 A Clinton St, New York, NY, 10002, United States
Join us for an evening of stories about science that is not talked about enough, from mental health to infertility. Spend the evening with 5 stories that need to be heard, at Caveat, NYC!
