2023 December Asian Media Access Newsletter

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1) Vaccination Pop-up Clinics in December

DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 11:00am-2:00pm
PLACE: Hawthorne Neighborhood Council, 2944 Emerson Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 55411

Walk-ins welcomed. $50 incentive for Flu or COVID vaccine. New COVID Vaccine available. For More Info: info@amamedia.org

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, December 6, 2023, from 10:00am-2:00pm
PLACE: Shiloh Temple Church, 1201 W. Broadway, Minneapolis, MN 55411

Walk-ins welcomed. $100 incentive for COVID vaccine. New COVID Vaccine available. $50 incentive for Flu shot For More Info: info@amamedia.org

DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 16, 2023, from 12:00pm-3:00pm
PLACE: Hennepin Technical College, Cafeteria, 9000 Brooklyn Blvd Brooklyn Park, MN

Walk-ins welcomed. $100 incentive for COVID vaccine. New COVID Vaccine available. $50 incentive for Flu shot For More Info: info@amamedia.org

DATE/TIME: Friday, December 22, 2023, from 3:00pm-5:00pm
PLACE: Arlington Hills Lutheran Church, 1115 Greenbrier St., St. Paul, MN 55106

Walk-ins welcomed. $100 incentive for COVID vaccine. New COVID Vaccine available. $50 incentive for Flu shot For More Info: info@amamedia.org

2) Pandemic Food Relief Effort, supported by the City of Minneapolis

Hot Asian meals pick up at Asian Media Access' office for Minneapolis families in need. Started in June 2023 and is on-going. Must be a Minneapolis resident to qualify.

Pick up on Wednesdays only from 5:00pm - 6:00pm. Limited to 13 families each week with 3 meal boxes per family, regardless of family size. Each family is supported for weekly pick-up for up to 4 weeks.

Weekly registration link for hot meals:
https://forms.gle/otbw4gCphnPmtuQV7

3) Upcoming Web Development Classes - in-person and online classes, offered in English and in Spanish

Asian Media Access offers a Web Development Classes in Jan. 2024, please sign up through www.AABRN.org

4) Toys for Tots Registration Open

We are open to register sign ups for Toys for Tots. There will be two locations at two different times this year.

*Please note* each family can only sign up for, and pick up from one location.

Hennepin County Residents
DATE: Saturday, 12/16, 12 Noon - 3 PM
PLACE: Hennepin Technical College, Cafeteria; 9000 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Park, MN 55455
SIGN UP: Online Registration
Registration closing soon.

Ramsey County Residents
DATE: Friday, 12/22, 3 PM - 5 PM
PLACE: Arlington Hills Luthern Church; 1115 Greenbrier St., St. Paul, MN 55106
SIGN UP: Online Registration
Registration closing soon.

5) Art of Healing Event

Healing Activities include:

Vaccination for COVID with $100 incentive and FLU with $50 incentive
Children’s Activities
Employment and Training Opportunities
Exercise/Stretching Demo
Facial Skincare Demo
Food Giveaways (first come, first served)
Health Consultation
Health Screenings
Lottery Drawings (including gift cards, 2 PC laptops!!!)
Resource Tables
Toys for Tots

Program Updates

Happy Hmong New Year

MN Hmong New Year returns to the St. Paul RiverCentre as the 43rd MN Hmong New Year Celebration during the thanksgiving weekend.

Saint Paul is home to the country’s largest Hmong population. The Hmong New Year Celebration brings the Hmong community together from far and near to join the new year festivities as well as showcasing the UNITY among diverse Hmong clans. Hmong dress in traditional clothing and enjoy Hmong traditional foods, dance, music, ball-tossings, and other forms of entertainment. One of our AMA Youth Leaders - Nancy Thor (Stage Name: NewSONG), has been featured as the new generation of Hmong-American female artist and performed during the New Year.

There was over 32,000 strong whom attended the weekend celebration. This event has truly transformed from just a Hmong cultural event to a part of Minnesota's culture.

Wellness Week at the Hmong College Prep Academy

A Fall 2023 wellness week was held at the Hmong College Prep Academy for 9th grade students. The wellness week is centered around teaching youth important topics to inform and empower them to make positive and healthy choices. This is in hopes of influencing their future and their community’s quality of life and well-being. This week was hosted by Asian Media Access, Encouraging Leaders, Neighborhood HealthSource, Prairie Seed Academy, and Tobacco-Free Alliance MN. Each day was represented by one of the hosts and presented topics included bicultural healthy living, domestic violence, gun violence prevention, mental health, and smoking prevention.

To help the youth retain and reflect on the topics, each class period at the end of the week plays a Kahoot game. Kahoot is a quiz game that can help show how quickly and accurately the youth can recognize the key takeaways of the presentation.

Community News

Photo Courtesy: Nolan Ly (Casa Impressions)

Spirit of collaboration and equity drives the Saint Paul tech scene

As industries evolve, organizations require more tech talent to keep up with the dynamics of rapid change. Twin Cities business leaders know community solutions are required to move the Minnesota tech economy and workforce forward, and Saint Paul, in particular, is brimming with those solutions. One such example of these solutions is Bridgemakers’ Tech Entrepreneur Fellowship.

This fellowship, in partnership with Saint Paul Full Stack, is designed for young tech-focused entrepreneurs (ages 18-25), prioritizing youth from low-income backgrounds, youth of color, or youth otherwise facing the most adversity. The fellowship runs for six months, during which young people participate in an immersive program to develop their business and leadership skills and gain access to mentorship, a stipend of $1,200 per month for living expenses, and $5,000 for the development of their businesses.

Read Full Stack’s full article on the initial six-month cohort, here, and look for opportunities to join the second cohort of tech entrepreneurs in 2024.

Sib Hlub Sib Koom Siab Brooklyns Hmong New Year

DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 2, 2023, 4:00pm/5:00pm-9:00pm

Tickets are available for PRE-SALE ONLY. Unfortunately due to the space, there will be limited tickets. There will be no tickets at the door. You can register and purchase tickets through any of the following methods -

Purchase online tickets: bit.ly/BrooklynsHNY23-24
Call to purchase tickets: (763) 493-8333
Purchase in person: Brooklyn Park Community Action Center
5600 85th Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55443
Yog koj xav tau kev pab yuav pib rau lub noj tsiab peb cuag, hu rau tus xov tooj ntawm no: (763) 493-8333

Events page: https://fb.me/e/1mNFOikM7

Knowing our Joy: Stories of SouthEast Asian Elders Gala

DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 2, 2023, 6:30pm- 9:30pm
PLACE: Public Functionary 1500 Jackson Street NE, Studio 144, Minneapolis

55413, Register https://hi94371.wixsite.com/tspdemo/knowing-our-joy $50

From the very beginning, SEAD has worked to collect and amplify the stories of our Southeast Asian diaspora community. When outside sources, however, ask us for our stories, they continually center our trauma, focusing on the war and the struggles we’ve experienced instead of our wholistic personhood. With this collection, our elders will be sharing their strength, their inner peace, and what brings them joy.

Introduction to the Cafesjian Art Trust Museum

DATE/TIME: Sunday, December 3, 2023, 7:00pm
PLACE: Online, Zoom, Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88944031940?pwd=cFZtdEJEOUJHcFVxMUxIVWNDNTd4QT09
Meeting ID: 889 4403 1940
Passcode: caapam

Mr. Andy Schlauch is the Executive Director of the Cafesjian Art Trust Museum. Mr. Schlauch will talk about the museum, how it was started, and about Gerard

Cafesjian. He will discuss the collection as well as their current exhibition, Fooling the Eye: Optics of Vasarely and Kuhn that opened November 8th.

North Star Act Community Celebration

DATE/TIME: Sunday, December 3, 2023, 11:00am-2:00pm
PLACE: Midtown Global Market, 920 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55407

We Can Make Minnesota A Safe Home For All.

Join us for an afternoon filled with food, performances, and community conversations! While we witness and appreciate through this event some of the many different cultures within the state of Minnesota, we come together to especially advocate that now is the time for the Minnesota state legislature to protect our immigrant neighbors and keep our communities whole.

A Handshake, Not a Handout

DATE/TIME: Monday, December 4, 2023, 10:00am-12:00pm
PLACE: Online, Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-handshake-not-a-handout-tickets-734953434507?aff=oddtdtcreator

Attend this session to learn about why relationships are so important to sustainability, how to integrate DEI into daily activities, the benefits of ‘friendraising’, and walk away with the skills, knowledge, and increased confidence to keep your coalition thriving, not just surviving!

Regional Prevention Coordinator Webinars

DATE/TIME: Monday, December 4, 2023, 10:00am-12:00pm
TOPIC: A Handshake, Not a Handout - How Relationships Support Sustainability
PLACE: Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-handshake-not-a-handout-tickets-734953434507?aff=oddtdtcreator

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, January 17, 2023, 10:00am-12:00pm
TOPIC: Introduction to Science of the Positive and Positive Community Norms
PLACE: Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pcn-101-intro-to-science-of-the-positive-and-positive-community-norms-tickets-745603428927?aff=oddtdtcreator

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, January 24, 2023, 10:00am-12:00pm
TOPIC: Using the Science of the Positive to Frame Data to Increase Health
PLACE: Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pcn-102-using-science-of-the-positive-to-frame-to-increase-health-tickets-745608303507?aff=oddtdtcreator

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, January 31, 2023, 10:00am-12:00pm
TOPIC: Understanding Cultural Differences: Intercultural Communication Styles
PLACE: Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-cultural-differences-intercultural-communication-styles-tickets-717977308457?aff=oddtdtcreator

DATE/TIME: Thursday, February 29, 2023, 10:00am-12:00pm
TOPIC: Understanding Cultural Differences: Conflict Styles
PLACE: Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-cultural-differences-conflict-styles-tickets-717982132887?aff=oddtdtcreator

Tagalong Language Classes

DATE/TIME: Tuesday, December 5, 2023, 6:00pm-8:00pm

PLACE: Central High School Library 275 N. Lexington Pkwy. Saint Paul, MN 55104, register bit.ly/3NqqZ59

This November & December CSFA will be hosting a Tagalog language course on Tuesday evenings. Lessons will incorporate discussions of common daily language within families, friends, and social gatherings, with an emphasis on norms and values, like respect to the elders.

The language course is available to all ages, genders, etc. We encourage you to join no matter what skill level you are. The class is free, but we do suggest a donation to CSFA.

Blue Line Extension AAPI Corridor Development Summit

DATE/TIME: Thursday, December 7, 2023, 12:00pm-2:00pm
PLACE: UROC, 2011 Plymouth Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55411

Join us and your community leaders for the 1st AAPI Summit of the Blue Line Extension. We will discuss the potential opportunities for expanding Asian economic development and identity along the Extension Corridor in Hennepin County and across the Greater Twin Cities area to meet the
needs of our growing community in Minnesota. The event will be facilitated by Asian Media Access and the Lao Center. If you
have any questions, please reach out.

Job Fair

DATE/TIME: Thursday, December 7, 2023, 3:30pm-6:30pm
PLACE: CAPI IOC, 5930 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center
Register: https://forms.gle/z2bBWzxek1EqT9wY8

CAPI is hosting a Job Fair on December 7th! This job fair is open to everyone and will include a variety of employers from many industries including healthcare, green energy, property maintenance, clerical, and hospitality.

Harrison Neighborhood Events and Communications Meeting

DATE/TIME: Thursday, December 7, 2023, 6:00pm-8:00pm
PLACE: The Living Room, 1716 Glenwood Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55405

Please join us for some free food and an opportunity to meet and chill with neighbors, as well as discuss thoughts, stories, opinions and ideas about the neighborhood.

Yaj Khang Khai Hmong New Year

DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 9, 2023
PLACE: Hmong House, 2112 11th Ave, North St Paul, MN 55109

2023-2024 Please Join as we get together to celebrate our new year

Holiday on Broadway

DATE/TIME: December 9-10 and December 16-17, 10:00am-5:00pm
PLACE: Hawthorn crossing at 906 West Broadway Ave

Starting December 9th and 10th and December 16th and 17th – for a magical 'Holiday on Broadway' shopping experience brought to you by the West Broadway Business and Area Coalition!
Join us from 10 am to 5 pm each day for two weekends filled with festive delights. Explore our craft market showcasing unique and handcrafted treasures, perfect for your holiday shopping.
Event website: https://www.shopwestbroadway.com/

Animation Creation Class

DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 9, 2023, 12:00pm-1:00pm, 2:00pm-3:00pm, 4:00pm-5:00pm
PLACE: Lundstrum Performing Art, 1617 N 2nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55411

FREE animation and projection workshop
One hour long class
4 students per class

Coloring in Community

DATE/TIME: Thursday, December 14, 2023, 5:30pm-7:30pm
PLACE: Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Dr N, Crystal, MN, 55429

A community art activity created by local youth. Join Artists Harper Steinbach and local youth in finishing a giant work of Art! Over 3 meetings, local youth have partnered to work on a large coloring sheet and are asking the community to come help to finish it. In addition, come talk about community. This event is free, all ages, and open to everyone.

The Dangerous Truth About Today’s Marijuana: Johnny Stack’s Life and Death Story

DATE/TIME: Friday, December 15, 2023, 12:30pm-1:30pm
PLACE: Online, Register https://www.nhac.org/registration/Register/Index?eventId=70802

Laura Stack, MBA, CSP, CPAE is the Founder & CEO of Johnny’s Ambassadors, Inc., which was formed in 2020 after her 19-year-old son, Johnny, died by suicide from a delusional incident after using potent marijuana dabs. Johnny’s Ambassadors work together to educate parents and teens about the dangers of today’s high-THC marijuana on adolescent brain development, mental illness, and suicide.

Pagnia in Love: Live in Concert

DATE/TIME: Friday, December 15, 2023, 7:30pm
PLACE: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, 345 Washington St, St Paul, MN 55102

Join Pagnia Xiong (Hmong name: Pajnyiag Xyooj), an internationally acclaimed, self-taught Hmong-American music artist, actor, and creative producer for an unforgettable night of live original Hmong music and inspiring stories towards love and healing.

Karen New Year Soccer Tournament

DATE/TIME: December 16-17, 2023, 8:00am-5:00pm
PLACE: Maplewood YMCA Community Center, 2100 White Bear Ave, Maplewood, MN 55109

ကရင်နှစ်သစ်ကူနေ့အထိမ်းအမှတ် လူငယ်ဖိတ်ခေါ် ဘောလုံးပွဲများ
Men and Women Soccer
$5 Admission
12 team members max

Evaluation and Data Boot Camp

DATE/TIME: Session 2 Thursday, January 25, 2023, 1:00pm-2:00pm ET/12:00pm-1:00pm CT
TOPIC: Jump into the data, understand how to collect and analyze COVID adult vaccine data
PLACE: Register www.tinyurl.com/COVID-Eval

DATE/TIME: Session 3 Thursday, February 15, 2023, 1:00pm-2:00pm ET/12:00pm-1:00pm CT
TOPIC: So you've got data, now what? who to share your story with and how to get the message out
PLACE: Register www.tinyurl.com/COVID-Eval

You got data. Now what? Join us for a three-[art series exploring evaluation approaches data collection methods, and ways to communicate your story.

Tết Nguyên Đán

DATE/TIME: January 27, 2024, 10:00am - January 28, 2024, 8:00pm
PLACE: Burnsville Mall, County Rd 42 W, Burnsville, MN 55337

Understanding Cultural Differences: Intercultural Communication Styles

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, January 31, 2024, 10:00am-12:00pm
PLACE: Online, Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-cultural-differences-intercultural-communication-styles-tickets-717977308457?aff=oddtdtcreator

This workshop will help participants deepen their understanding of how culture influences different communication styles, which can often lead to misunderstanding and conflict. We will examine different intercultural communication styles and learn new strategies for identifying barriers to healthy communication and managing conflict in the workplace.

Understanding Cultural Differences: Conflict Styles

DATE/TIME: Thursday, February 29, 2024, 10:00am-12:00pm
PLACE: Online, Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-cultural-differences-conflict-styles-tickets-717982132887?aff=oddtdtcreator

This workshop will help participants deepen their understanding of how culture influences different communication styles, which can often lead to misunderstanding and conflict. We will examine different intercultural communication styles and learn new strategies for identifying barriers to healthy communication and managing conflict in the workplace.

BLENDED (HARMONY): THE KIM LOO SISTERS

DATE/TIME: May 4 - 26, 2024
PLACE: Expo Center, 10101 Market St, Rothschild, WI, 54474

A WORLD PREMIERE ABOUT THE CHINESE ANDREW SISTERS

Making their way from Minneapolis to the flashing lights of Broadway in the 1930s, the Kim Loo Sisters singing quartet gained popularity during the swing era and performed across the country, on the silver screen of Hollywood, and overseas at USO shows. This new musical is based on their real experiences and is an homage to their family, love, their Chinese Polish American heritage, and the bond of these talented sisters through their lives on and off the stage. Join us for this uniquely American story of family, love, and the swingin’ music of the 1930s.

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