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[Mar 24] NORTHERN CA: Information Session for Artists Interested in Applying to the Art in Storefronts: Chinatown Pilot Program

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Guest Writer

After a successful first round of installations in Central Market, Tenderloin, Bayview and Mission Districts, Art in Storefronts, will expand into San Francisco’s Chinatown in June.

Artists interested in participating in this pilot program are encouraged to attend an informational workshop where Arts Commission staff will review the guidelines and eligibility requirements, as well as what will make a proposal competitive. Chinese translation will be available.

The guidelines and application ar… Continue reading →

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Chinese and Doughnuts: A California Mystery

Posted on March 20, 2010 by Ernie

In California, you see a lot of doughnut shops that double as Chinese food restaurants – there is one down the block from my house in San Francisco, and I can think of at least three other restaurants in the … Continue reading →

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[Apr 1] EVERYWHERE: US Census Forms Due

Posted on March 20, 2010 by Guest Writer

The deadline for turning in your US Census form is April 1st, 2010. Read more about why it’s important to turn in your census form here. Continue reading →

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[Mar 20] SOUTHERN CA: Opening of “Mixed: Portraits of Multiracial Kids” by Kip Fulbeck show at JANM

Posted on March 18, 2010 by jozjozjoz

March 20 * 11-5 PM * Admission is Pay-What-You-Can

Help us celebrate the opening of our new exhibition Mixed: Portraits of Multiracial Kids by Kip Fulbeck show!

In a follow-up to the kip fulbeck: part asian, 100% hapa 2006 exhibition, artist and author Kip Fulbeck returns with his newest collection of works based on his new book Mixed: Portraits of Multiracial Kids.

This family-friendly exhibition for the young and the young at heart offers a playful yet powerful perspective on the complex na… Continue reading →

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In Vitro Fertilization Less Successful for Asian Americans

Posted on March 17, 2010 by Ernie

A study by Stanford University shows that in vitro fertilization are less successful for Asian American women than white women; while Asian-American women responded to medications used to stimulate the ovaries to produce eggs at the same rates as their … Continue reading →

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[Mar 21] DC: March for America: Change Takes Courage

Posted on March 15, 2010 by Guest Writer

On Sunday, March 21, tens of thousands will march on the nation’s capital to demand that President Obama and Congress keep their promise to enact comprehensive immigration reform (CIR) in 2010. We need CIR for new American families and an economy that works for all American families. We cannot wait any longer for immigration reform, so we must mobilize to put the pressure on our elected leaders. Our work is paying off – last week, several grassroots and immigrant rights leaders met with Presiden… Continue reading →

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A Shot of Reality for Tila Tequila?

Posted on March 14, 2010 by Moye

We just can’t take our eyes off this hot mess of whatever you would call Tila Tequila. Reality show star? Yes. Playboy model? Sure. Myspace celebrity? Who’s on that social network anymore? Internet trainwreck who needs to step away from … Continue reading →

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[Mar 14] KSW Presents LOVE AAJ KAL at SFIAAFF

Posted on March 12, 2010 by Guest Writer

Come and Join Kearny Street Workshop as we present Love AAJ Kal on Sunday March, 14th @ 9:00pm at the Castro Theater!

Get your tickets at:
http://filmguide.festival.asianamericanmedia.org/tixSYS/2010/xslguide/eventnote.php?EventNumber=1055

Love Aaj Kal
International Showcase
(India, 2009, 130 mins, 35mm)
In Hindi & English w/E.S. with English subtitles
Directed By: Imti… Continue reading →

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[Mar 13] NORTHERN CA: Korean Comics: A Society Through Small Frames

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Guest Writer

“The exhibition examines the changes in Korean society from the 1950s through the 1990s as evidenced through its comics—joyful, satirical and penetrating—which provide a running commentary that reflects the lives of ordinary people. What shines most prominently through these works is an engaged and vigorous civil society in Korean, continuously challenging the status quo in whimsical and provocative ways.

The comics play an important role in characterizing and distinguishing the culture and sen… Continue reading →

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[Mar 13] NORTHERN CA: SFIAAFF 2010 Festival Forum

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Guest Writer

Festival Forum

SATURDAY MARCH 13, 2010 12PM-9PM

JAPANTOWN PEACE PLAZA

Come experience a full day of live performances, interactive storytelling projects, screenings and more—all in the heart of Japantown—during SFIAAFF!

2010 Performances and Projects include:

THE ROBBIE KWOCK MELECIO MAGDALUYO QUINTET
Hard-hitting post-Bop from this Bay Area quintet.
Featuring:
Robbie Kwock: Trumpet
Melecio Magdaluyo: Saxophones
Ron Belcher: Bass
Murray Low: Piano
Paul Van Wageningen: Drums

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[Mar 12] AUSTIN: Asians: The Silent Minority Core Conversation at SXSW

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Guest Writer

If you’re attending the 2010 SXSW Interactive Festival, stop by on Friday for a Core Conversation between Glenda Bautista (Kearny Street Workshop) and Ernie Hsiung (8Asians) about Asians, Asian Americans and their impact on society, social media and everything in between.

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[Mar 12] NORTHERN CA: DIRECTIONS IN SOUND 2010 notes from the asian american underground

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Guest Writer

DIRECTIONS IN SOUND
Notes from the Asian American Underground
Friday March 12 2010
Mighty, 119 Utah St. San Francisco | 9pm, 21+
Advance: $10 CAAM Members | $12 General
Cover: $12 CAAM Members | $15 General

DIRECTIONS IN SOUND. a genre-bending showcase featuring the best of future-forward music that’s blowing up in the underground around the globe. this year, our lineup features internationally known artists to up-and-comers bubbling below the radar. if you can dig non-stop bangin beats, eletro… Continue reading →

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