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The board of directors and staff of the Oakland Asian Cultural Center join the Bay Area community in mourning the sudden loss of San Francisco Public Defender Jeff Adachi. Our hearts ache for his family, colleagues, and friends. Jeff was self-less, driven, kind, and generous. His death is a profound loss for humanity.
Jeff was not only a bold and visionary fighter for civil liberties, racial justice, and immigration rights; he was a musician and filmmaker as well and used these talents to advance his mission to right big wrongs. This past year, OACC had the privilege of hosting Jeff for the screening of his documentaries, America Needs a Racial Facial and Defender.
The internment of Jeff's family during WWII informed his passion for justice. As we commemorate Day of Remembrance, we hope to honor Jeff's legacy and inspire action throughout the year in the pursuit of justice. There will be a vigil and march on Wednesday, February 27, starting at the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office at 7pm.
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OACC SPOTLIGHT - VOLUNTEER CRYSTAL TANG
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Crystal Tang is an American-born Chinese, born and raised in California surrounded by a diverse community. After graduating from college, she wanted to volunteer with an organization that actively supported Asian American cultures, built a stronger community, and encouraged cross-cultural dialogues, which is how she found OACC! Volunteering for OACC's Lunar New Year event made Crystal realize just how big the Asian American community is and the level of enthusiasm and pride our community holds.
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Bonnie Kwong's Story Circles
Monday, March 11, 2019, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
What makes Oakland home? Whose voices are heard? Come and share your story if you are a current or former Oakland resident, worker, or community activist of any background! Attendees are encouraged to bring photos of the interior and exterior of their homes and personal items as props to add to the set of the culminating stage play on June 3.
Click here for info on 2019 Artist in Residence, Bonnie Kwong
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Resistance at Tule Lake
Sunday, March 10, 2019 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
“Resistance at Tule Lake” tells the long-suppressed story of incarcerated Japanese Americans who defied the government by refusing to swear unconditional loyalty to the U.S. Though this was an act of protest and family survival, they were branded as “disloyals” by the government and packed into the newly designated Tule Lake Segregation Center.
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"CHOPIN & CHINA" Concert with Pianist Eileen Huang
Sunday, March 17, 2019, 4:00 - 6:30 pm
Enjoy a delightful evening of classical music featuring Chopin and traditional Chinese music with acclaimed pianist Eileen Huang. VIP ticket holders are invited to a reception after the performance.
Click here for tickets and more info
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Immigration Emergency: In Defense & Defiance
Exhibition Dates: Saturday, March 9, 2019 – Sunday, April 21, 2019
Opening Reception and Live Printing: Saturday, March 9 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
More than 30 local artists produce powerful artworks in response to the Muslim Ban, DACA, proposed changes to the Public Charge Rule, Sanctuary Cities, ICE raids and detention, family separations, the fake border emergency and Trump’s wall, the 2020 Census, the revoking of Temporary Protected Status, and the rise of deportations of Southeast Asians.
Click here for more info
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EXHIBITIONS ON VIEW - ENDING THIS WEEK
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Original Art from the Graphic Novel 442
Japanese Americans from Incarceration to the Battlefields of Europe
Ending: Friday, March 1, 2019
Featuring the original illustrations by Rob Sato from the graphic novel, 442.
Click here for more info
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COMMUNITY PARTNER EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Cinequest Film & Creativity Festival - March 5 - 17, 2019 | Various locations outside OACC
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OACC is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your contribution is tax-deductibleto the extent allowed by law. (EIN# 73-1649335)
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