Category Archives: Southern California

L.A.: East West Players presents a star-studded event as a part of CAST’s campaign against human trafficking

Posted on January 20, 2010 by jozjozjoz

In 1995, one of the most shocking cases of modern day slavery unfolded in Los Angeles’ backyard. 72 garment workers were discovered in an El Monte compound living in captivity and under squalid conditions, producing clothing for such major labels … Continue reading →

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SoCal Asians Choose Rabbit Ear Antennas Over Cable TV

Posted on January 5, 2010 by Tim

Bucking the national trend of moving away from over-the-air (OTA) broadcasts, nearly 20,000 Asians in Southern California switched back to rabbit ears to get OTA signals for their televisions. The draw is better quality TV (HD quality) along with more … Continue reading →

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[Dec 24] SOUTHERN CA: 50th Annual LA County Holiday Celebration

Posted on December 22, 2009 by Guest Writer

The country’s biggest holiday show, six hours of seasonal dance and mjusic, is free, so bring the whole family! More than 40 groups from all over LA will perform in this milestone celebration. Enjoy Chinese cultural ensemble Shin Dance Company, Korean holiday songs from Opera California Youth Choir, TAIKOPROJECT’s mix of Japanese drumming and hip hop, and traditional songs of the islands in English and Tagalog from the Phillipine Chamber Singers, as well as African-American spirituals, Latin jaz… Continue reading →

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Asian American Army Enrollment Up 80%

Posted on December 16, 2009 by Ernie

In Southern California, the amount of Asian Americans enlisting in the US Military are up by a staggering 80% compared to last year. Among the reasons for the spike in enrollment: military programs that offer college tuition — and for … Continue reading →

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Lodestone’s Final Season SHOW

Posted on December 11, 2009 by jee

A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of attending the opening night of Grace Kim and the Spiders from Mars. In short the play was delightfully awesome. I laughed, I ached, I related and I thoroughly enjoyed every bit … Continue reading →

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[Dec 5] SOUTHERN CA: Filipino Hoops and Heritage Night

Posted on December 3, 2009 by Guest Writer

FILIPINO HOOPS AND HERITAGE NIGHT
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Indiana Pacers

HIGHLIGHTS
* Meet the first and only Filipino-American basketball player to ever play in the NBA, former NBA 1st Round Draft Pick, Golden State Warrior/Indiana Pacer – RAYMOND TOWNSEND!
* Tickets include a free Filipino Hoops and Heritage Night “Collector’s Edition” T-Shirt (additional T-shirts available for purchase) and seating in special FHHN sections
* Special Meet & Greet for Lower Leve… Continue reading →

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History of Filipino-American DJs at mixcrate.com

Posted on November 18, 2009 by Jeff

A new website for DJs, mixcrate.com, created in part by 8asians alumnus Genghis Mendoza, has a story about how the DJ scene in San Francisco Bay Area became large and influential.  Turntablism is now practiced worldwide, and many legendary DJs … Continue reading →

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LA Art & Music Show for Urban Clothing Company “Teruo Artistry”

Posted on November 12, 2009 by jozjozjoz

There’s a ton of stuff going on in L.A. all the time, but if you love music & art, check out this awesome event “BY ANY DREAMS NECESSARY” featuring work by artist and designer Timothy Teruo Watters, a hapa, who … Continue reading →

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Lodestone Theatre Ensemble’s Final Production: “Grace Kim & the Spiders from Mars”

Posted on November 10, 2009 by jee

Lodestone Theatre Ensemble will be putting on their farewell production with Grace Kim & the Spiders from Mars. Written by Philip W. Chung and directed by Jeff Liu, this show was specifically written to be the last show for Lodestone’s … Continue reading →

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Melody Ross: Reflections on Slain Khmer American Teenager

Posted on November 10, 2009 by Jude

Last Friday, 30 October, 16-year old Melody Ross was shot while leaving Wilson High School’s Homecoming football game. She was an honors student, on the school’s track team, and college-bound: Student at Long Beach’s Wilson High fatally shot after homecoming … Continue reading →

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Asian Bloggers to Speak at USC for BANANA

Posted on November 9, 2009 by Ernie

Why yes, this would be fellow 8Asians bloggers Joz and Jee, and here they are in a video promotion with Steve Nguyen to promote BANANA, the FIRST-EVER gathering and round-table discussion/panel of Asian American bloggers at the USC campus on … Continue reading →

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Santa Anita Race Track Opens Exhibit on Japanese Internment

Posted on November 8, 2009 by Kevin

The biggest news this weekend from Arcadia, CA was Zenyatta coming from behind to clinch her 14th win at the Breeders’ Cup Classic at the Santa Anita Race Track.  It was actually quite an amazing feat considering how far behind … Continue reading →

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