There will be free health screenings, COVID-19 vaccination, and more!

Unifying Health & Behavioral Health Services in California’s Evolving Landscape

Join us for the second annual Mercy Mental Health Summit 2025! This summit brings together healthcare leaders, clinicians, administrators, CBOs, policymakers, and more to address the critical need for unified care delivery in our evolving healthcare landscape. Learn from expert speakers, engage in collaborative discussions, and discover practical strategies for breaking down silos between health and behavioral health services. Connect with colleagues who share your commitment to improving patient outcomes through integrated care approaches. 

Located at the Sheraton Cerritos, this full-day summit offers invaluable insights and networking opportunities for professionals dedicated to advancing whole-person care in California's healthcare system. Light breakfast and lunch will be provided; complimentary parking is available for all attendees.

Follow @mercymentalhealthsummit on Instagram for the latest updates on topics, speakers, and all things MMHS 2025!

www.mercymentalhealthsummit.com

Asian communities carry a legacy of resilience and strength, even in uncertain times. This year, we urge you to draw power from the joy rooted in your identity, heritage, and traditions — a force that empowers, inspires, and connects us.

Joy is more than an emotion; it’s a declaration of strength and a blueprint for change. When we celebrate our culture, we shape the future and light the way for others to follow.

We invite you to explore how your heritage and traditions guide you, inspire your vision for a better world, and create space for a future that is unapologetically ours. Through your creativity, let’s celebrate joy as a catalyst for empowerment and transformation. Together, we’ll amplify cultural pride and ensure our stories shine brightly.

Through your chosen medium — Visual Arts, Performing Arts, or Literary Arts — show us how your cultural joy is not only an act of resistance but also a foundation for something bigger: the blueprint for a brighter tomorrow.

This is your time to celebrate who you are, inspire others, and shape the future with your story.

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On Saturday, March 15, Anti-Asian Hate Crimes Coalition and Asian Youth Center (Stop Hate Program) will be hosting “Remembering Atlanta Spa Shootings, Local Asian Hate Crimes and Asian Communities Challenges” from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Rosemead Community Recreation Center, 3936 N. Muscatel Ave., Rosemead.

Elected officials, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and community leaders will commemorate the fourth anniversary of the deadly shootings at Atlanta-area spas. The murder of eight people, six of them of Asian descent, highlighted the issue of violence and other hate crimes against Asians in the U.S.

講座線上報名將在講座前天晚上截止 

La inscripción en línea para el taller finalizará la noche anterior al taller.

Eat for a Cause!

Enjoy All-You-Can-Eat Shabu Shabu

& Sushi for Thai Town 

Thai Community Development Center (Thai CDC) is proud to be an official charity of the 2025 LA Marathon! 

Help us raise funds for the beautification and revitalization of Thai Town by joining our fundraiser at Shabushi Shabu Shabu & Sushi! 

Date: March 10, 2025 

Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM 

Location: Shabushi Restaurant, 5185 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027 

Contribution: $35 (All-you-can-eat menu) 

For just $35, savor an all-you-can-eat feast of premium shabu shabu and sushi—every bite supports Thai CDC’s vital work!

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All-You-Can-Eat Menu Includes: 

Shabu Set: Beef Ribeye, American Wagyu Brisket, Premium Pork, Kurobuta Pork, Ribeye Pork, Seafood (limited 1 order/person) 

Sushi Set: California Temaki, Spicy Tuna Temaki, California Tempura, Tuna Sushi, Salmon Sushi, Sashimi (limited 1 order/person) 

Drinks: Thai Tea, Oolong Tea 

Desserts: Brownie & Ice Cream, Waffle & Ice Cream

Overview of grief and coping strategies for emotional wellbeing.

A panel discussion hosted by the Southern California Chinese Lawyers Association (SCCLA) to address common issues in insurance claims, considerations when hiring an attorney for a wildfire-related lawsuit, and consumer protection concerns, including price gouging, relevant to wildfire victims and the community.

Celebrate the Year of the Snake with the vibrant AANHPI business community at the Lucky Lunar Fest on Sunday Feb 2nd in Orange County's South Coast Plaza Macy's. Hosted by Ace NextGen, this festive event brings together diverse AANHPI vendors showcasing unique products and cultural activities. Enjoy an exciting day filled with community connections, cultural appreciation, giveaways, and shopping, while ringing in the Lunar New Year in style. We will have an amazing lion dance performance, crafts and activities for the family, snacks and more! Don't miss this opportunity to support local businesses and experience the rich traditions of the AANHPI community.

When:
Feb 2, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (PST)

Where:
Macy's South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol St Ste 6000
Costa Mesa, CA

Contact Organizer:
6468660286

FREE ADMISSION - Register here: https://app.glueup.com/event/129810/register/

Hate Is A Virus started with friends gathering in a crisis to take care of each other & do what we could to help. As LA fights these fires and starts to care for the people who need it most, we're partnering with Cafe Bleu to get together and support disaster relief. From 6:30-9:30, 100% of a specially curated drink menu and a portion of all other sales will go directly to support disaster relief. A happy hour isn't the most important thing as our city burns. If you want to be in community, we'd love to see you and catch up in person. If you can't make it (or even if you do) - please be well, and donate & volunteer wherever you can. Here's some places to start:

⚪ ARC Firefighter Fund - supporting the immediate needs & future outcomes of incarcerated firefighters. https://antirecidivism.org/firefighterfund/

⚪ California Community Foundation (CCF) - grantmaking to a wide variety of community organizations impacted by & supporting victims of the Fires. https://www.calfund.org/funds/wildfire-recovery-fund/

📅 Date: Wednesday, January 22
⏰ Time: 6:30pm to 9:30pm
📍 Location: Cafe Bleu in Koreatown
🚙 Parking: We recommend Uber/Lyft; limited street and valet ($4 cash-only) parking is available.

Community Partners: Project by Project LA, ACE NextGen SoCal, Yellow Chair Collective, AAPIP-LA. Special thanks to: James, PK, Sharon Han, DJ Mish.

RSVP HERE

On Saturday, December 7th, from 12pm to 2pm, the ESGVJCC will be hosting Olympian and World Medalist Sakura Kokumai at the ESGVJCC. Sakura made history as the only woman to represent the USA in karate at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, and she recently became the first kata athlete to win back-to-back gold medals at the Pan American Games!

Event Schedule:

• 12pm-1pm: A fun panel discussion and Q&A with Sakura, followed by a karate demonstration and mini clinic in our gym.

• 1pm-2pm: Light refreshments, mingling, and a chance to take photos and chat with Sakura in our Social Hall.

Join CAPE at Sony Pictures Animation on December 7, 2024 for their inaugural Storytelling in Animation Summit, an afternoon of events for the Asian and Pacific Islander community in animation! Panels that highlight prominent creative leaders, talent, and projects in animation - speakers include Dana Ledoux Miller (Director, MOANA 2), John Aoshima (Director, ULTRAMAN: RISING), Shannon Tindle (Director, ULTRAMAN: RISING), Matt Braly (Creator, AMPHIBIA), Maggie Kang (Director, K-POP: DEMON HUNTERS), and more!

12/7 Saturday 9am-12pm

Free picture with Santa, toy giveaways, flu & COVID-19 vaccinations, and more!

Location: HCHC El Monte Clinic

Join Us for the 25th Annual APA Community Holiday Toy Drive & Reception!

Celebrate with us on Thursday, December 5, at the Japanese American National Museum in Little Tokyo, DTLA, as we work to raise $45,000 to provide over 2,000 toys for children in low-income families across Los Angeles. Together, we can make a difference this holiday season!

11/16 Saturday 10am-12pm

Target communities: El Monte, South El Monte, and Rosemead

Free flu & COVID-19 vaccinations, disaster preparedness resources, hands-only CPR training, and more!

Ready to take the next step in your academic journey? Join the McDonald’s APA Next Summit, where top experts will share valuable advice on navigating college applications, securing scholarships, and prioritizing mental wellness. The event will also feature engaging workshops and a community fair spotlighting unique resources and opportunities for AAPI students.

Visit apanext.com for the full schedule, and register for your free ticket here. 

Los Angeles Schedule:

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Check-In and Breakfast

9:30 AM - 10:45 AM: Panels hosted by Ming-Na Wen and Ramona Young 

“The Hidden Curriculum” and “The Impact of Education”

11:00 AM - 12:45 PM: Workshops* & Community Fair

12:45 PM - 2:00 PM Lunch & Community Fair (continued)

*LIMITED CAPACITY WORKSHOPS: Please arrive early to sign up for a workshop!

Workshop #1 - Writing a Stand-Out College Essay

In this 45-minute workshop, students will learn how to craft a compelling and authentic college essay that captures their unique voice. We’ll explore effective storytelling techniques, strategies for structuring the essay, and tips on highlighting personal experiences that resonate with admissions officers. Students will leave with a clear understanding of how to brainstorm, organize, and refine their essays to reflect their individuality and aspirations, making their application stand out in a competitive landscape.

Workshop #2 - Planning Ahead and Staying Organized During the College Admissions Process

In this 45-minute workshop, students will learn practical strategies for managing the many moving parts of college applications with confidence and ease. We’ll cover how to create a personalized admissions timeline, stay on top of deadlines, and organize application materials efficiently. Students will leave with tools to prioritize tasks, break down the process into manageable steps, and reduce stress by planning ahead, helping them stay organized and focused from start to finish.

Workshop #3 - Mental Wellness for AAPI Community

Focuses on pressures and pain points for families preparing for college, led by Yellow Chair Collective's Phuong Tang, a licensed clinical social worker.

Event Name: 2024 Taste of Kizuna

Date and Time: Tuesday, November 12th, 5:30PM

Location: JAR Restaurant

Short Blurb: Hungry for an unforgettable evening at Taste of Kizuna, our annual dinner fundraiser? This delicious event will be hosted at JAR Restaurant on Tuesday, November 12! We are, once again, so honored to work with the amazing Andy Nakano and his team of select chefs. After last year’s success, we’re thrilled to host another night of fine dining and community support. Limited seats available. Visit gokizuna.org/taste for more information!

How to Buy Tickets: Email taste@gokizuna.org for inquiries.

Join KYCC Environmental Services for our Community Block Party to launch the University Park & South LA Tree Equity Project! Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 9, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at West Dana Street, Los Angeles, CA 90007. This FREE EVENT will feature vendors, resources, delicious food, volunteer opportunities, tree planting, entertainment, and much more! 

The USC Urban Trees Initiative, along with KYCC, Los Angeles Sanitation & Environment, City Plants, CAL FIRE, and Public Exchange are collaborating to plant and nurture 250 trees in the South L.A. neighborhoods of Adams-Normandie, University Park, and Expo Park, aiming to enhance heat resilience.

Street parking only. Public transit and carpooling is always encouraged! Please note, there will be a street closure for the event at W. Dana St., between S. Catalina St. and Vermont Ave. If you have any questions, please contact Angelic Perez, aperez@kyccla.org or Brandon Gix, bgix@kyccla.org.

Join us for a vibrant AAPI Marketplace Event designed to spotlight and celebrate local businesses while fostering valuable connections and collaborations. Co-hosting with Asian Hustle Network!

This dynamic event features a diverse range of booths showcasing the best of AAPI entrepreneurial talent, providing a unique opportunity for exposure and synergy among local enterprises.

Attendees will have the chance to engage directly with these business leaders, ask questions, and gain practical advice on thriving in a changing market.

Don't miss this chance to connect, learn, and be inspired!

Please fill out this form to apply for a table!

https://forms.gle/16YczjxbbJ8t6mgj6