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!
12/7 Saturday 9am-12pm
Free picture with Santa, toy giveaways, flu & COVID-19 vaccinations, and more!
Location: HCHC El Monte Clinic
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!
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.
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
We’re hosting a new event, and we’d love to see you there. Join us for Bountiful Harvest Community Health Fair 2024, November 2, 2024 at 10:00 AM.
Register soon because space is limited.
We hope you’re able to join us!
Grab a beret* and join us for the CLOSING RECEPTION of Abe AF: The Brain Behind the Beret on October 29th! Celebrate Abe's legacy that continues to inspire generations of storytellers and creatives. Don’t miss this final opportunity to experience the world of Abe and his lasting impact on Los Angeles art and culture! Light beverages and snacks will be provided.
*Berets are LIMITED and first-come, first-serve!
The Little Tokyo Ghost Club invites you to the 8th Annual Haunted Little Tokyo Block Party on October 26, 2024! Free with RSVP and 21+ only! This year's event will include all the favorites from previous block parties including DJs, drinks, food, and a costume contest. Location will be revealed soon! RSVP and learn more on LTCC's website. This year at Haunted Little Tokyo, there will be an Official Los Angeles County Mobile Vote Center where you can cast your ballot for the General Election!
Haunted Little Tokyo Scavenger Hunt is a FREE, family-friendly, Halloween celebration that leads guests through Little Tokyo. Terasaki Budokan serves as the hub where there are fun games and activities for all ages. This event is connected to the larger “Haunted Little Tokyo” celebration, which was started by local businesses in the community to draw more folks to Little Tokyo.
How to RSVP/Buy tickets (optional)- This event is free to attend- RSVP here!
Hong Kong Generations of Cinema centers around Cantopop and its profound influence on Hong Kong cinema, showcasing iconic films and stars that have shaped generations. The lineup will feature filmmaking from different decades, including:
Days of Being Wild (1990) – Directed by Wong Kar-wai, this visually stunning, moody masterpiece explores love and loneliness set in 1960s Hong Kong.
Happy Together (1997) – Another Wong Kar-wai classic, this intimate portrayal of a turbulent love story features notable Hong Kong actors Leslie Cheung and Tony Leung Chiu-wai.
Rouge (1987) – Directed by Stanley Kwan and featuring Leslie Cheung and Anita Mui, this haunting romance bridges past and present, following themes of eternal love, memory, and the clash between old and new Hong Kong.
Anita (2021) – Directed by Longmond Leung Lok-Man, Anita is a heartfelt biopic celebrating the life and legacy of Anita Mui, one of Hong Kong’s most iconic pop stars and actresses.
July Rhapsody (4K Restoration) (2002) – Directed by Ann Hui, this intimate drama explores mid-life crises and familial relationships with poignant sensitivity.
The Lyricist Wannabe (2023) – A fresh, contemporary film offering a glimpse into the modern Hong Kong youth experience, rounding out the showcase with a look at the future of the industry.
Tickets for LAAPFF PRESENTS: HONG KONG GENERATIONS OF CINEMA 2024 are available now on the festival’s website.
On Thursday, Oct. 24, the Chinese American Museum will commemorate the Los Angeles Chinese Massacre of 1871 by remembering the victims of that tragic incident. Join the program online or in-person at 7:00 pm PDT as we remember the memory of those who lost their lives.
The annual observance marks 153 years since Oct. 24, 1871 when a racially motivated mob of 500 Angelenos stormed into a predominantly Chinese section of L.A., assaulting residents and looting homes and businesses. The violence claimed the lives of 18 victims, including a young boy. Although eight perpetuators were convicted for their involvement in the attacks, the convictions were overturned a year later.
Since 2010, the museum has dedicated Oct. 24 in solemn remembrance of this moment in American history. CAM continues to serve as a safe space for reflection as well as discussion of contemporary issues involving race and xenophobia.
Friends of the Chinese American Museum Board Chair, Dr. Gay Yuen, will lead the candlelight vigil, which will be followed by a traditional Chinese bowing ceremony. The program will also feature remarks from keynote speaker Paula Yoo, author of the award-winning book, From a Whisper to a Rallying Cry: The Killing of Vincent Chin. Yoo will examine our history of racial violence and discrimination and how we can learn from the past to navigate today’s tense social climate.
Pre-registration is required for both in-person and virtual attendees.
Join us for the last installment of Abe AF: Tough Talks – Bridging the Gap! This final session will feature conversations between Abe and 2024 VC interns Emma Fukunaga, Dani Nalangan, and Dana Worrell. The interns aim to learn more about Ferrer’s upbringing as a youth in the American diaspora, introduction to art, and how he’s been shaped by these experiences. Engaging in intergenerational dialogue, this exchange between a veteran of the arts and the future generation brings to mind questions of the importance of intergenerational connections. RSVP and learn more below!
This Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., KYCC is hosting a traditional healing arts festival – El Mercadito Mágico -- in MacArthur Park (2230 W. 6th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90057) to explore the diverse healing practices in Koreatown, Westlake, and Pico-Union.
Join our Prevention Education, Recovery Services, and Koreatown Storytelling Program as we welcome skilled healing artists to lead workshops and demonstrations in acupuncture, plant-based medicine, and bodywork. All artists are based in Koreatown or neighboring areas, whose innovative practices are culturally-based and geared towards the ethnicities and traditions from within our own neighborhood.
Celebrate the launch of Background Artist: The Life and Work of Tyrus Wong by scholar and author Karen Fang at the Chinese American Museum on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 6:30 pm. Fang’s biography details the inspiring story of Tyrus Wong’s remarkable 106-year life, starting with his work as a studio sketch artist at Warner Bros. to the groundbreaking masterpieces he produced as part of the Works Progress Administration, a program created by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to stimulate employment during the Great Depression.
This latest installment of Beyond the Page also features former Los Angeles Times editor Elaine Woo, who will team with Fang in exploring Wong's iconic images and enduring influence.
Attendees will have an opportunity to purchase a signed copy of Background Artist at the event.
CREDIT SCORE AND CREDIT REPAIR WORKSHOP
Quick reminder to sign-up for our workshop happening this weekend!
Beacon Housing is excited to announce our upcoming FREE workshop in partnership with Kaimore! This informative session will cover essential topics on credit scores and credit repair.
See the flyer below for all the details, and please help us spread the word to anyone who would be interested in joining us!
You’re invited! Little Tokyo Service Center (LTSC) is pleased to announce “Ebb and Flow: A Community Mental Health Conference” in partnership with the Japanese American National Museum (JANM).
Join us on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 9AM to 4PM at JANM to learn about mental health topics from an Asian American lens and connect with community. This powerful day offers a variety of plenaries, workshops and activities for all ages and interests. Tickets are on sale now!
Since 2016, APCF has collaborated with AAPIP-LA (Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy – Los Angeles) to provide “Meet the Funders” events to help connect API nonprofits with new funding sources. Learn from AAPI Civic Engagement Fund, Ballmer Group and Goldhirsh Foundation about their funding opportunities!
Date: Wednesday, October 10
Time: 1pm
Location: Virtual
This seminar focuses on the upcoming Medicare Open Enrollment Period (10/15–12/7), including how to compare health insurance plans for potential changes in the next year.
PACE is excited to partner with Mayor Karen Bass for the 2024 Sports & Entertainment Supplier Diversity Summit, happening next week! This is your chance to connect with key decision-makers and learn how to access capital and procurement opportunities ahead of the 2026 World Cup, 2027 Super Bowl, and the 2028 Olympics & Paralympics.
Date: October 10th, 2024
Time: 9 AM - 2 PM
Location: L.A. Convention Center
Don't let this incredible event pass you by! Register now to make sure your business is ready for the major opportunities coming to L.A.
WHEN
Saturday, October, 5, 2024
12pm-6pm
WHERE
ESGVJCC
1203 W Puente Ave
West Covina, CA 91790
DETAILS
Celebrate the coming of fall and Japanese American culture with us at the 2024 Akimatsuri Fall Festival!
This year’s festival is fun for the whole family, especially kids! There will be food and drinks, entertainment featuring cultural performances and demonstrations, game booths, a bounce house, face painting, and more!
WEDS, OCT 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, & NOV 6, 7-9PM
GVJCI Upstairs Classroom 205
Fee: $10 per workshop or $60 for entire series
Write and tell your story. Write about yourself, your family, your friends. Add a story to your legacy. This workshop is designed to help new and experienced writers develop an idea, character or story. Tim Toyama will conduct the workshop.Participation fee is $10 for each workshop or $60 for the entire series.
To register for our popular kami band workshop, please call Yukiko Natori, Senior & Bilingual Programs Coordinator, at (310) 324-6611 ext. 108 or email ynatori@jci-gardena.org.
Registration is now available!
Trans Allyship: Learn, Grow, Act is a joint effort by Okaeri, the Japanese American Citizens League (JACL), and PFLAG. This effort grew from the realization that the transgender community, and its Japanese American and API members, are largely invisible and misunderstood both in LGBTQ+ spaces and especially among allies. Through this symposium, we aim to address this gap by (1) facilitating a basic understanding of the trans community, and (2) emphasizing touchpoints of Heart, Head, and Home: to connect, educate, and encourage attendees to take action in their own communities. In doing so, we hope to educate and inform allies about the transgender community to help them make better-informed and more inclusive social, community, and civic choices.
The symposium will be held virtually over Zoom on Saturday September 28th from 10am-3:30pm PST, and will feature an opening plenary, guest speakers, workshops, and discussion groups exploring areas of advocacy, information, and family support. Registration is free and open to all. Sign up today at bit.ly/TransAllyship-2024
Colorectal Cancer & Stomach Cancer Awareness (HCHC workshop):
9/28 Saturday 1:30pm-3pm Online/In-person (Mandarin)
This red carpet event offers an exclusive first look at our highly anticipated official lineup, along with a showcase of newly collectible Viet Film Fest merchandise. Attendees will have an exciting opportunity to win prizes and hear announcements about special events at the festival. Additionally, we'll reveal the nominations for Best Feature, Best Short, Best Actress, and Best Actor. We are thrilled to also premiere the official Viet Film Fest 2024 trailer and feature live performances at the Launch.
Frida Cinema
305 E 4th St #100, Santa Ana, CA 92701
September 22, 2024, 3:00 - 5:00 PM PDT
Asian American Drug Abuse Program, will celebrate its 52nd anniversary with an unforgettable lineup of talents at “Showtime 2024”, the annual benefit fundraiser for the landmark agency. The proceeds from the event will support AADAP’s continued programming through community-based addiction treatment and prevention services.
This year, AADAP, in a first-time producing partnership with LXV Enterprises, LLC, will feature the talents of:
Mark Dacascos, Host
Mark Dacascos, renowned for his versatility as an actor, martial artist, and television personality, will bring his dynamic presence to the stage. Known for his roles in "John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum" and the HBO Max series "Warrior," Dacascos will captivate the audience with his multifaceted talents and love for giving back to the community. He’s also a celebrated voice actor in "Batman: Soul of the Dragon" and has directed feature films such as "Showdown in Manila."
Tia Carrere
Tia Carrere, the 2-time Grammy winner, will showcase her remarkable vocal talents. Carrere, who gained fame through "Wayne’s World" and "True Lies," has also made waves in the music industry with Grammy-winning albums. Her performance will blend her charismatic stage presence and singing skills, offering a unique and captivating experience.
4th Impact
4th Impact, the Filipino girl group known for their electrifying performances and global success, will deliver a high-energy set. The group’s meteoric rise began with their standout performance on "The X Factor UK," and they’ve continued to make waves internationally, including their recent appearance at the Asia Song Festival 2022.
Janice Javier
Janice Javier, a celebrated singer with over 30 years of experience, will bring her powerful voice to the stage. From her early career in the Philippines to her recent accolades in the U.S., including the Best Female Performer Award from The American Excellence Award, Javier’s performance promises to be a highlight of the evening.
Leo Mercedez
Leo Mercedez, a dynamic funk soul singer, will add a unique flavor to the concert with his infectious energy and soulful performances. Known for his work with bands "Common Ground" and "Dark Sunday," Mercedez will bring his innovative approach to funk and soul music.
This benefit concert promises an evening filled with memorable performances from some of the most talented and beloved figures in Filipino entertainment. The event includes an Online Auction, Opportunity Drawing, and a VIP Reception (for VIP ticket holders).
Event Details:
Event Name: Showtime 2024- AADAP’s 52nd Anniversary Benefit Concert
Event Location: Aratani Theatre (244 San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90012)
Date: September 21, 2024
Time: 7PM-10PM
Tickets: https://jaccc.org/events/aadap-presents-showtime-2024/
On Saturday, September 21, 2024, LTCC invites you to join us for a dance benefitting LTCC to celebrate our 25 years of commitment to protect, promote, and preserve our historic Little Tokyo! Live music will be provided by Kokoro. Stay tuned for more information: littletokyola.org/dance
The VC Archives invites you to the Pacific Cinewaves: Talanoa, A Dialogue on Samoan Stories in Carson on Saturday, September 21 & 28, 2024 @ 3PM at Carson Library!
Rooted in the amplification of Pasifika narratives and the representational belonging of archival activations, the Visual Communications Archives Team presents four short films that focus on conversations surrounding youth organizations, familial obligations, gender roles, and education.
These screenings will also be paired with a “Talanoa” or dialogue facilitated by filmmaker and journalist Honestine Pa'ala-Fraser to discuss the major themes of the films and the importance of documenting Samoan narratives in Carson.
RSVPS open NEXT WEEK 8/29 @5PM (PST)! This event is FREE and open to the public. Food and refreshments will be provided.
