Banchan: Caroline Choe in Conversation with Marja Vongerichten
The Korea Society 350 Madison Avenue, 24th Floor, New York, NYBanchan, the shared side dishes that accompany a Korean meal, are often the real stars of the table, and it's time we celebrate them. From the kitchen of chef Caroline Choe, Banchan: 60 Korean American Recipes for Delicious, Shareable Sides offers 60 mouthwatering recipes for classic and modern banchan dishes. From namul (fresh vegetables) to ... Read more
SAJA@30: Three Decades of South Asians Changing Media
Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism 219 West 40th Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NYConference and awards gala organized by the South Asian Journalists Association, with keynotes, workshops, panels, career guidance and more. Friday, Oct 11, reception at Aicon Contemporary Sat, Oct 12, conference at CUNY Newmark Graduate School of Journalism Sat, Oct 12, awards gala at Columbia Journalism School
So as to Dream: The Eternal Mysteries of Kaizo Hayashi
Japan Society 333 East 47th Street, New York, NY, United StatesThe world of Kaizo Hayashi is one of cinematic reverie and enchantment, whose reverence for film history—transposing genre and stylistic conventions from benshi and silent era serials to jidaigeki and hardboiled noir—results in one of the most imaginative and inspiring filmographies of the post-studio era. Forever associated with the elusive search of the detective, Hayashi eludes homage and pastiche, ... Read more
KAFSC 27th Annual Silent March Against Domestic Violence
NYPD 109th Pct 37-05 Union Street, Flushing, NYJoin us as we come together in solidarity to honor survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. This annual march serves as a powerful testament to the resilience and courage of those impacted by violence in our communities. Together, we can break the silence, elevate awareness, and advocate for a society free from violence.
Visions/Panawin Film Series: Genus, Pan / Lahi, Hayop
NYU Espacio de Culturas 53 Washington Square S, New York, NY, United StatesGenus Pan developed from the 40-minute short, Hugaw (Dirt), that Diaz made for the 2018 anthology film Lakbayan (Journeys). Also contributing to the portmanteau, with its broad theme of Fiipino journeys, were two other internationally acclaimed directors Kidlat Tahimik and Brillante Mendoza. Diaz’s contribution tells the story of three gold miners on a homeward trek through the island of Hugaw ... Read more
All Mixed Up! An Improv Comedy Show Celebrating Mixed-Race Comedians
Magnet Theater 254 W 29th St, New York, United StatesWe all have a story. An all mixed comedy show celebrating and highlighting comedians who self-identify as mixed (biracial or multiracial, multiethnic, or multicultural); featuring improv comedy and more by performers, teachers, and students from the Magnet Theater community and beyond✨
The Other Korea – Stories from the Diaspora
The Town Hall 123 West 43rd Street, New York, NYJoin authors Ery Shin (Spring On the Peninsula) and Christine Ma-Kellams (The Band) as they discuss their books and stories from the Korean diaspora. Part of Town Hall's "K-Town Hall Series." Each ticket includes a copy of Spring On the Peninsula and The Band.
Immigration & the 2024 US Election: Mass Deportations
Join Alina Das, Professor of Clinical Law at NYU, in conversation with Natasha Iskander, Director of the NYU Migration Network for an explainer on mass deportation and the 2024 US election.
AMI Elections Forum: New Research + Tools for Covering Diverse AAPI Voters
AAPI voters have the potential to impact the outcomes in the 2024 election, but remain flattened and undercovered in mainstream media. AAPI-led community organizations and data equity initiatives offer powerful insights and new tools for understanding the needs of our diverse communities, including its most marginalized and under-engaged members. In this virtual forum, hosted by ... Read more
Brooklyn College Presidential Lecture Series with Siva Vaidhyanathan
Brooklyn College (2705 Campus Rd) 2705 Campus Road, 5th Floor, Brooklyn, NYA conversation between cultural historian and media scholar Siva Vaidhyanathan and President Michelle J. Anderson. The two will discuss social media and AI, and their role in the 2024 election cycle and the politics beyond. Reception to follow.
“Teaching AAPI Stories”: An AAPI Curriculum Mandate Workshop for K-12 Educators
This workshop will focus on providing teachers an overview of Asian American history from the 1700-2000s and highlight Asian American contributions to immigration and citizenship laws that shape the United States. Educators will leave with a better understanding of the AAPI diaspora, narratives, and curricular points of entry, empowering them to adapt these histories into ... Read more
Higher Admissions: The Rise, Decline and the Return of Standardized Testing
Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute at Hunter College 47-49 East 65th Street, New York, NYThe University of Michigan Center for Social Solutions and Roosevelt House invite you to a fireside chat with author and journalist Nicholas Lemann. He will be joined by Harry Feder and Amit Sevak. The discussion will be moderated by Erica Chito-Childs. Gain valuable insight into the impact that (re)integrating standardized tests will have on access ... Read more