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[Feb 18] NORTHERN CA: Locus@KSW’s Do It Yourself Music Video Contest

Locus@KSW’s Do It Yourself Music Video Contest
Feb 18 – Mar 4, 2010

WATCH AND VOTE NOW!
http://asianamericanmedia.org/videos

LOCUS@KSW teamed up Asian American filmmakers and musicians, challenging them to make a music video in a matter of two months with little to no budget. The DIY Music Video teams are competing for a spot in the 28th San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival and an exciting prize provided by Toyota. Your vot… Continue reading

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Asians Representin’ in the Olympics

I’m not ashamed to admit that I get pretty stoked and giddy each time the Olympics come around. Summer or Winter, I love them all. I’m always amazed and inspired at what each athlete is trying to accomplish. I can … Continue reading

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President Obama Extends Best Wishes for Lunar New Year

“The President wishes peace, prosperity and good health to Americans and people across the world who are celebrating the Lunar New Year and welcoming the Chinese Year of the Tiger.”

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HBO Asian Heritage Project Wants Your Stories

Want to tell the world about your Asian-American stories and experiences?  Jonathan Yi, who is working on a mini-documentary for Asian American Heritage month, is looking for you!  He’s seeking a wide variety of stories about the Asian American.  They … Continue reading

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[Feb 13] SOUTHERN CA: Year of the Tiger at GR2

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Group art show opening

Year of the Tiger at GR2

February 13, 2010 – March 10, 2010
Reception: Saturday, February 13, 6:30 -10:00

GR2
2062 Sawtelle Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90025
gr2.net
(310) 445-9276

Giant Robot is proud to host Year of the Tiger, a group art show celebrating year 4708 on the lunar calendar. Pieces will include illustration, oils, pencils, prints, watercolor, sculpture, and other media–all dedicated one of the most powerful but also most sensitive anima… Continue reading

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More Asian Reality Contestants: The Amazing Race’s Joe & Heidi Wang

The new season of The Amazing Race starts this Sunday and has yet another Asian American team in married couple Joe & Heidi Wang from El Segundo, California. Last season, professional poker player Maria Ho was on with a friend … Continue reading

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[Feb 11] NORTHERN CA: Swinging Chinatown: The Golden Age of Chinese Nightclubs Opening Night Gala and Exhibit

The San Francisco Museum and Historical Society (SFMHS) in collaboration with the Chinese Historical Society of America (CHSA) presents Swinging Chinatown: The Golden Age of Chinese Nightclubs.

This rare exhibit features vintage photographs, costumes and memorabilia of the exciting and glamorous days of the Chinese American nightclub scene.

The exhibit opens with a glittering cocktail celebration at the Old Mint. Bay Area author and personality Ben Fong-Torres will be the master of ceremonies… Continue reading

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Daniel Dae Kim To Star In Hawaii Five-O Remake

Lost star Daniel Dae Kim is going to star in CBS’ upcoming Hawaii Five-O remake. He will play Detective Chin Ho Kelly, in the role originated by Kam Fong. I gave up on Lost after the first season, but I … Continue reading

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Asians Behaving Badly: High School Basketball Coach plays on Team

Having coached both of my sons in basketball, I can understand how frustrating it can be to have your team lose.  But Mark Ho and Jannie Han took things a bit too far when the 21 year old Han, coach … Continue reading

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[Feb 6] SOUTHERN CA: 2010 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival Short Screenplay Competition

Submission period is now closed. An astounding response. Judges are in the adjudication process and will deliver their decisions late April.

FOR IMMEDIATELY RELEASE
FEBRUARY 19, 2010
Visual Communications Announces Asian Pacific Islander Short Screenplay Contest
The 2010 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival announces the 1st annual LAAPFF Short Screenplay Competition. Co-presented with Mavericks of Asian Pacific Islander Descent, the inaugural competition will award the top three finalists… Continue reading

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Asians Behaving Badly: Flight Passenger Blames Pot Cookies

30 year old Kinman Chan was charged in a criminal complaint for interfering with the duties of a flight attendant on a flight Philadelphia to Los Angeles on Sunday. Why was he making odd gestures, screaming as the plane took … Continue reading

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[Feb 5] NORTHERN CA: GO!STYLE: A Bay Area Locally Produced, Large Scale, APIA Variety Concert

RAMA is putting on the Bay Area’s first locally produced, large scale, APIA variety concert extravaganza! GO!STYLE 2010 will be hosted by comedians Ali Wong and Sheng Wang, headlined by Hip Hop duo Magnetic North, and will feature singer/songwriter Goh Nakamura and R&B/Pop sensation Michelle Martinez. Other artists include Tongan poet sisters Loa & Fuifui Niumeitolu and dance performances by The Odds (of Funkbrella dance) and Tattva. GO!STYLE is produced by local organizations and featur… Continue reading

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