The Hyphenite's Social Calendar: The Kim Sisters, Declare INDIE 3

April 14, 2010

Wednesday April 14th -- NYC

Asian Pacific Americans in Public Service Panel

Interested in working in the non-profit or public sector? API panelists working in a varity of public service professions - such as non-profit management, elected office, and philanthropy -- will discuss their careers and unique experiences of being API in these fields. Featuring NYC Council Member Margaret Chin, the first API elected official to represent Manhattan's Chinatown. Followed by a wine networking reception and opportunity to speak with the panelists. Co-sponsored by the Coalition for Asian American Children and Families (CACF) and the Asian Pacific American Student Alliance (APASA). More info here. (Full disclosure: I'm one of the panel organizers).

6:30 to 8:30 pm

NYU Wagner Puck Buildig

295 Lafayette & Houston, New York

FREE

RSVP here

Asian American Avant-Garde Poetry Reading


Poets John Yau and Mei-Mei Berssenbrugge challenge the limits of American poetry with their visual and verbal works. This special reading and conversation will feature an introduction by poet Juliette Lee and be led by CUNY Asian American Studies Director Jennifer Hayashida.

7pm

Lillian Vernon Creative Writers House

58 W 10th St, New York

Thursday April 15th -- NYC

An Evening With The Kim Sisters Film Screening


The year is 1960, and The Kim Sisters  have set the Vegas Strip afire with rich harmonies and an ability to play dozens of instruments. The sisters had been in the United States only two  years at the legendary Thunderbird—after singing for American GIs during and after the Korean War. From there, they became a staple of Rat Pack-era Las Vegas, booking clubs across the United States and appearing a record 22 times on the Ed Sullivan Show. Join Korea Society as they trace the meteoric rise of The Kim Sisters—from singing for chocolate bars in war-torn Korea to making $13,000 a week as headline entertainers—with a special montage from The Fabulous Kim Sisters, and sister Sue Kim Bonifazio sharing her Stardust memories. More info here.

6:30 pm

The Korea Society

950 3rd Ave, New York

$15 / $ 10 for members; tickets here

Thursday April 15th -- Seattle

APA Empowerment Series

The Seattle Chapter of Japanese American Citizen's League (JACL) presents a networking/education session for college students, featuring a panel of community leaders: Stella Chao, Director of Seattle Dept. of Neighborhoods, Harold Taniguchi, Director of King County Dept. Of Transportation, and Sung Yang, Director of King County Government Relations.

6 to 8 pm

Seattle University, Room 142

1020 East Jefferson, Seattle

FREE, RSVP here

Thursday April 15th -- San Francisco

Fundraiser for Huan Chen and Elderly Assault Victims


The San Francisco Asian Peace Officers Association (SFAPOA) will host a fundraising event in response to the recent beatings of three elderly victims by groups of violent youth occuring in the Bayview District. The funds raiased will go to Huan Chen's and other victim's families to help with funeral and medical expenses, as well as to a youth center in the area.  Backstory here.

6 to 9 pm

Lava Lounge

527 Bryant St, San Francisco

$ 20 suggested donation at door.

Friday April 16th -- Chicago

Declare INDIE 3


Check out Declare INDIE 3 -- an Asian American music showcase produced by R&B singer-songwriter Dawen. This year's featured artists are IBU, Parts Per Million, Raman Sachdev, and Dawen himself. And check out this fun promo video and cover of Black Eyed Peas "Imma Be (@Declare Indie)" here.

9 pm

The Abbey

3420 W Grace St, Chicago

$10

Friday April 16th -- NYC

Mouth to Mouth Open Mic


Join co-hosts writer Ed Lin and comedian Jen Kwok, as Ed reads from his latest novel Snakes Can't Run. Come early to sign up for the open mic portion.

9 pm (8:30 pm sign-up)

The Workshop

16 W 32nd St, 10th floor, New York

$ 5 suggested donation

Friday April 16th and Saturday April 17th -- Northwestern University

'95 Hunger Strike/Asian Amerian Studies Anniversary Conference


This conference is a commemoration of the '95 Hunger Strike, as well as two days of panels and workshops related to Asian American Studies and communities. With Keynote Speaker Helen Zia.  More info here.

Friday April 16th through Sunday April 18th -- NYC

13: Instant Vaudeville


Second Generation (2g) Productions presents 13: Instant Vaudeville, which will bring together 30+ Asian American directors, actors, writers, performers, and art-makers to create theater in a fast, furious collaborative manner over the course of one week. The evenings will be made up of 13 "acts" to celebrate 2g's 13th birthday. More info here.

7 pm

Walkerspace

46 Walker St, New York

Reserve FREE tickets here

Saturday April 17th -- Washington DC

Sulu DC Series

Sulu DC Series hosts its monthly showcase of AAPI artists and performers in spoken word, theater, music, and multidisciplinary arts. Inspired by the original New York Sulu Series. With DJ LES The Pinstriped RebelAli Wong, Matt Blesse, Zehra Fazal, Justin Woo, Kilusan, and Brian Wang. More info here.

6:30 pm

Almaz Restaurant and Lounge

1212 U St, Washington DC

$10 general/$8 students

Saturday April 17th and Sunday April 18th -- San Francisco

Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival


The 43rd Annual NoCal Cherry Blossom Festival is the second-largest festival outside of Washington D.C. to celebrate the cherry bloom. Featuring cultural performances, taiko drummers, a community-sponsored food bazaar, and a Japanese-style closing parade on Sunday.

Starts 11am both days

Japan Center (Post & Buchanan Sts), San Francisco

Most events FREE

Sunday April 18th -- San Francisco

Northern California Book Awards

The 29th Annual Northern California Book Awards celebrates the Bay Area's vibrant literary scene of 2009 by presenting authors and nominees Yiyun Li (The Vagrants) and Malinda Lo (Ash). More info here.

1 to 2:30 pm

Koret Auditorium, SF Public Library Main Branch

100 Larkin St, San Francisco

Sunday April 18th -- NYC

SULU Series

 

This monthly showcase of API talent will be a special book release party for Ed Lin's new novel Snakes Can't Run. With performances/readings by Cynthia Lin, Matt Blesse, Sung J. Woo, Catzie Vilayphonh, and other surprise guests. Jams by DJ Boo. More info here.

8 pm

Bowery Poetry Club

308 Bowery, New York

$8 general/$5 students

                                                                            Opportunities

OCA-Verizon College Scholarship Deadline Extended

The Organization of Chinese Americans is awarding ten $2,000 OCA-Verizon College Scholarships to provide opportunities for APA college students who wish to continue their higher education while facing financial difficulties. More info and application here. Deadline has been extended to May 10, 2010.

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