Asian Media Access' Youth have taken on the initiative to produce a "Stop the Vape" Video PSA, and entered it into MN's "Escape the Vape Video Challenge," to raise awareness of the dangers of using e-cigarettes. AMA youth have created a 30-second public service announcement (PSA) video to educate their peers and community on the dangers of vaping nicotine, and use their creative energy to make a difference in their community.
4) Tech Essential Workshop Series Small Business Digital Solution
Program Updates
Community Organizing under way to enhance former Sears Site's Connectivity
Asian Media Access has been working to help the Frogtown/Rondo neighborhoods to improve the former Sears site's Connectivity.
Enhancing Urban Connectivity as Ways Encouraging Physical Activities
Street connectivity, as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Active Communities Tool Assessment Modules, is integral to urban planning, influencing transportation, accessibility, and public health. A well-connected network, characterized by numerous short links, intersections, and minimal dead ends, facilitates efficient travel routes, and promotes pedestrian and cyclist safety.
From Local Stages to Broadway: Celebrating the Transformative Magic of Live Theater
This past week, AMA was kindly invited to "The Name Jar," a play running until April 14, 2024, at the Stages Theatre Company, and to the "Lion King" at the Orpheum. The "The Name Jar," performance was enjoyable and easy to follow, with great use of sound effects. The details in the story, acting, costumes, and props were impressive, adding authenticity to the experience.
Understanding and Stopping "Anti Asian Hate" Series
40 YEARS AFTER VINCENT CHIN’S DEATH
by Janie Ye, Wayzata High School
Justice is not always upheld, especially in the face of racism. Bias in the judicial system has always been and will likely continue to be a major problem. However, the consequences of discrimination in a judicial system that was promised to be unbiased are of immense significance.Four decades ago, the racially motivated killing of an Asian American and the unfairness of the resulting court case led to increased activism for the rights of Asian Americans.
Want to learn the Hmong language? Studies have shown that speaking a second language can improve your cognitive skills, even those that don't relate to the language. Whether you are Hmong or non-Hmong and would like to explore the Hmong language and literacy, we are offering FREE virtual and in-person classes for our diverse community members who wish to learn the Hmong language (White/Green dialects). With a focus on Hmong vocabularies, alphabet, speech, and practical communication to help individual(s) gain confidence and fluency in Hmong, our elders and instructors will offer these FREE courses from the H18C Education Department if there is enough Hmong and non-Hmong individuals register for either the virtual or in-person classes.
Explore the African American fight for full citizenship and racial equality that unfolded in the 50 years after the Civil War. The Minnesota Historical Society is hosting an exhibit on Black Citizenship in the Age of Jim Crow at the Minnesota History Center through June 9. You can find more information about the exhibit on the Minnesota History Center’s webpage. There are many additional Black History Month events happening through the end of the month.
THE NAME JAR
DATES: March 22, 2024 - April 14, 2024 PLACE: Theater Mu, 755 Prior Avenue N, #107Saint Paul, MN 55104, Tickets: https://www.theatermu.org/the-name-jar#gsc.tab=0 Tickets range from $5 to $18, not including free lap passes for children 2 years and underr
Based on the beloved children's book by Yangsook Choi, The Name Jar is a family-friendly play that celebrates the power of a name. Unhei has moved from Korea to America, but when her new classmates struggle with her name, she wonders if she should choose a new one. But will any fit?
A college student shark tank competition
The Help Active Community Knowledge of COVID-19 in the Hmong Community challenge invites Hmong-identifying college students to devise creative public health campaigns addressing COVID-19 education. This shark tank style competition seeks culturally relevant strategies for knowledge dissemination and behavioral change within Minnesota's Hmong community.
Minnesota Promise Act
DATE/TIME: Monday, April 1, 2024, first come, first serve
The State of Minnesota is providing grants to Minneapolis/St Paul small businesses/non profits and faith centers through a program called the Minnesota Promise Act. The money is earmarked for disadvantaged small businesses located in certain areas of Minneapolis/St. Paul and can be used for business operational costs, inventory, supplies and equipment
Eligibility:
Must have a gross annual revenue of $750,000 or less based on your 2021 and 2022 tax returns. Business needs to have been in business since at least 2021 and filing tax returns.
Businesses must be located in designated areas of Minneapolis/St. Paul. See mnpromiseact.org
National Walking Day
DATE/TIME: Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Get Ready to Celebrate National Walking Day
Did you know that walking improves student learning and retention? Join Healthier Generation on National Walking Day to move more and build healthy habits.
When you get outside with The Walking Classroom, be sure to share your photo on social media using the hashtag #WalkingDay and tag @thewalkingclassroom and @healthiergeneration.
API Day 2024
DATE/TIME: Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 10:00am-12:00pm PLACE: State Capitol Rotunda, Minnesota State Capitol, 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard., St Paul, MN 55155
This annual event brings together Minnesotans of Asian and Pacific Islander ancestry to increase their knowledge of the policymaking process and directly connect with legislators about issues that matter most to them.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Night
DATE/TIME: Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 7:00pm PLACE: Target Center, 600 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Celebrating Asian American Community, 20 free tickets give-away through Asian Media Access, e-mail Stevelu@amamedia.org
Cyber Side Dance Studio, Joo Won Kang Opera Singer, DJ Bach, Ann Kim
We invite you to connect to your biggest dream for your business and begin pursuing capital from this perspective: let your needs and values as a founder drive capital exploration. In this dynamic conversation, our team will share strategies for increasing optionality and gaining clarity on how your vision and strategic goals align with capital options, and how best to pursue them.
Nepali New Year 2081
DATE/TIME: Saturday, April 6, 2024, 5:00pm-10:00pm PLACE: St. Paul Student Center, 2017 Buford Ave, St Paul, MN 55108
ANMN collaborates with the Nepali Students Association, U of M, to bring you this annual extravaganza. Join us for a celebration featuring a celebrated Nepali singer, renowned for timeless hits like ‘Saili’ and ‘Laija Re..’, alongside other melodious tunes. Enjoy captivating performances by local talents. It’s an opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new connections! And of course, indulge in delicious food provided for all attendees
We are launching our grant-making process where young people get to decide where the funding goes. We are looking for approximately 10 young people, ages 15-24 who can attend 5 meetings in April and May to research, discuss and collaborate on this decision. We believe in the power of youth voice and we know young people are closest to the issues facing other youth in the community. So we want your opinions!
Benefits to being involved in this Taskforce include:
1.) You will be building community and helping a youth-serving organization receive more funding
2.) You will get to practice being a philanthropist and a grant-maker
3.) You will learn some new collaboration and leadership skills
4.) You will be compensated $500 for your time and your perspective in this decision-making process
Looking for 10 Chinese American Seniors for Vaccine Hesitancy Focus Group 邀請10名華裔老人進行 "疫苗猶豫" 的座談
DATE/TIME: Thursday, April 11, 2024, 10:30am-12:00pm
日期: 04/11/2024, 星期四上午10:30 - 中午 PLACE: Legacy Adult Daycare Center 地點：常青中心 800 Boone Ave. North, #150, Golden Valley, MN 55427
Potential Incentive provided 會提供獎勵措施
If you are interested, please register with Agency Director Sally Wu <swu@hhcare.net> 如果您有興趣，請向负责人 - Sally Wu 詢問
Having likely established a presence across key channels, it’s now crucial to optimize your social media strategy to match your startup’s rapid pace of growth. But how? Join us for an exclusive event with Ashley Rector, the visionary founder of Quimby Digital, as she unveils the secrets to scalable social media marketing strategies that evolve with your business.
Cambodian New Year Festival
DATE/TIME: April 12-16,2024 PLACE: Watt Munisotaram, 2925 220th St E, Hampton, MN 55031
Peform the ceremony of mountain of sand, blessing chanting and sermon
The International Hmong Fashion Show
DATE/TIME: Saturday, April 13, 2024, 4:00pm Marketplace and
6:30pm Fashion Show PLACE: Located at the new North End Event Center at the Minnesota State Fair you enter through Larpenteur Ave. West and Underwood Street from the north side of the fair.
CHAT brings Hmong fashion designers from Laos, Thailand and Vietnam for the International Hmong Fashion Show.
Marketplace will have Hmong inspired crafts and clothing.
Help sustain the International Hmong Fashion
Songkron day
DATE/TIME: Sunday, April 14, 2024, 10:00am-7:00pm PLACE: Wat Promwachirayan, 2544 Highway 100 South, 2544 MN-100, St Louis Park, MN 55416
10:00am Buddhist rituals
11:00am Offering food to the monks
1:00pm Lustral water pouring
2:00pm-7:00pm Charity Event, Thai Street food & beverages, Thai cultural performances
Connect India 2024
DATE/TIME: Sunday, April 14, 2024, 4:00pm-8:00pm PLACE: Chaska Event Center, 3210 Chaska Blvd, Chaska, MN 55318-2556
This event is a platform for all our partners, associated with the Indian community to come together and share our mission and goals and to explore areas where we as a community can cooperate and collaborate.
Microsoft Office Essentials – Word, PowerPoint, & Excel
The curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience, covering everything from creating and saving documents to advanced formatting techniques and effective collaboration through the sharing of documents and presentations. Upon completion, participants will have the skills needed to thrive in workplaces where Microsoft Office proficiency is essential.
Drug Take Back
DATE/TIME: Saturday, April 20, 2024, 10:00am-2:00pm PLACE: Cub Foods-St Paul Midway, 1440 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104
Clinic 555 Care Van will be onsite offering different testing
Unwanted Medicine Examples
Blister packs, capsules, pills
Cream, gels, & epinephrine injections
Inhalers, Iv bags, Liquids
Needles and syringes
Patches and powders
Sprays and vials
Hmong Health Fair 2024
DATE/TIME: Saturday, April 20, 2024, 9:00am-3:00pm PLACE: Hmong Community School of Excellence, 270 Larpenteur Ave W, St Paul, MN 55113
Join us for free blood pressure checks, blood sugar checks, promotional gifts, food and raffle prizes
Learn more about diabetes, hypertension, kidney failure, high cholestrol, preventative health, stroke, surgery, asthma & COPD, Women's health, basic life support, and careers in medicine
Lao New Year
DATE/TIME: Saturday, April 20, 2024, 10:30am and 11:30am events PLACE: Wat Lao Xayabhoummaram - East Bethel of Minnesota, 4904 217th Ave NE, East Bethel, MN 55011
Wealth Building for Asian Minnesotans
DATE/TIME: Saturday, April 20, 2024, 11:00am-5:00pm PLACE: Wilder Center, Saint Paul, MN, Register, https://www.yobizmo.com/
Join us for a groundbreaking conference on asset and business development in Asian Minnesotan communities. Wealth Building for Asian Minnesotans
Apex's National Virtual Mentoring Program
DATE/TIME: Information Session, Saturday, April 27 2024, 12pm EST/ 11am CST/ 10am MST/ 9am PST PLACE: Zoom, http://bit.ly/NVMPinfo
Schedule a call about a potential partnership here.
Current 8th through 11th-grade students: Apply for Apex for Youth’s National Virtual Mentorship Program (NVMP)! Our free program provides high school students from Asian, low-income, and immigrant backgrounds across the United States with a 1-1 mentor for at least two years, with monthly virtual workshops and community building. Mentees would also be eligible for an in-person summer retreat, college scholarships, and other opportunities
2024 Adoptee Hub Gala
DATE/TIME: Saturday, April 27, 2024, 3:00pm-8:30pm PLACE: Roseville Center Banquet Hall, Roseville Ice Arena, 2661 Civic Center Drive, Roseville MN 55113, Register: https://adopteehub.typeform.com/to/buhRmPVa
Featuring Jennifer Weir, Executive and Producer of Finding Her Beat: "She has been passionately studying, performing, teaching, and composing Taiko for the past two decades. Ms. Weir is the founding Executive Director of TaikoArts Midwest, Artistic Director of Ensō Daiko (formerly Mu Daiko), and a performing member of ensemble-MA, led by Iris Shiraishi. Ms. Weir is also a theater director and dramaturg with Theater Mu, and a past recipient of grants from Live Music for Dance MN, MN State Arts Board, MN Regional Arts Board, Arts International, American Composers Forum, and a Jerome MN Travel Grant"
2024 National Chinese Language Conference (NCLC)
DATE/TIME: Thursday, May 2, 2024, Main Conference PLACE: Computer History Museum in Mountain View, California, and online via livestream
DATE/TIME: Friday, May 3, 2024, School Visits PLACE: select group of schools in the San Francisco Bay Area will open their doors to accommodate NCLC attendees
The NCLC provides a high-profile platform for sharing new ideas and best practices in the fields of Chinese language teaching and learning, arts and culture, and international exchange. Since its inception in 2008, the conference has attracted nearly 18,000 attendees from the United States and around the globe. Whether you are a returning participant or new to our community, we warmly invite you to be a part of this enriching experience at NCLC 2024.
11th Annual Lao Culture Dance Fashion Minnesota
DATE/TIME: Saturday, May 4, 2024, 5:00pm-12:00am PLACE: 7324 Lakeland Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
Tickets: Table VIP platinum $1,000
Table: VIP Gold $500
$24 at the door
5:00pm-6:30pm Nang-Sangkhan Pageant
6:30pm-12:00am Performances, Fashion Show, Dancing, and Party
Lao Culture Dance and Traditional Fashion Show preserving Lao performing arts
Hmong Arts & Craft Fair
DATE/TIME: Saturday, May 4, 2024, 11:00am-4:00pm PLACE: Oltman Middle School, 6625 Goodview Ave S Cottage Grove, MN 55016
**Entrance fee at the door**
16 & older - $5
Seniors, kids 15 & under is FREE.
Free entrance to everyone the last 2 hours (2pm - 4pm)
Come support Hmong artists! There will be a large variety of handmade goods, books, art, jewelry, toys, baked & canned goods, food trucks and more. We will continue to have door prizes and free kids activities.
American Indian Cancer Foundation is seeking 3-4 individuals who can create 5-10 pink shawls each for our 13th annual Powwow For Hope on Saturday, May 4, 2024 in St. Paul, MN. Selected artists will receive $100 per shawl for their time and effort. These pink shawls will be given to Indigenous breast cancer survivors at Powwow For Hope. Please fill out the following form to be considered for this project. Supplies and materials will not be provided. Ketabi!
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.
Founders' Day: Career Fair
DATE/TIME: Wednesday, May, 8, 2024, 10:00am-1:00pm PLACE: American Indian OIC: 1845 E Franklin Ave, Mpls
Meet with dozens of local employers who are ready to hire.
Take the first step to a new job and a new life!
American Indian OIC’s no-cost programs are open to all.
Parents, please register in advance so that the children have enough time to prepare for their talent show. In addition, we are also looking for enthusiastic sponsors who are interested in this event. If you are interested, please contact our sisterhood president for more cooperation details!
TAA MN Taiwanese Association of Mingzhou
AAPI hMong Artisan Market
DATE/TIME: Saturday, May 11, 2024, 10:00am PLACE: Maple Grove Community Center,12951 Weaver Lake Rd, Maple Grove, MN 55369
hMong Artisan Market aim to create public awareness of what our Hmong community has to offer, bring us together as we proudly celebrate the success and accomplishments not only of the Asian community but of our Hmong brothers and sisters, and provide an opportunity to network with all the other great talents in our community.
What sets hMong Artisan Market apart from similar events is that we don’t limit submissions to only businesses but invite individuals who have something to offer to be a part of our event. This includes young entrepreneurs--we want to foster and encourage them that they’re never too young to strive toward their dreams. We hope for hMong Artisan Market to encompass talents and trades of all ages.
We will have goodie bags that include promotional products and swag, raffle drawings for prizes and kids activities.
Minnesota Songkran Festival
DATE/TIME: May 18, 2024, 11:00am-9:00pm and May 19, 2024, 11:00am-6:00pm PLACE: Minnesota State Capitol, 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard Saint Paul, Minnesota 55155
The Minnesota Songkran Festival is a FREE event to experience the excitement of the new year and celebrate the beauty of cultural diversity. The event highlights authentic food vendors and souvenir boutiques that will keep everyone in the family AND our furry friends busy for hours! Visitors are more than welcome to wear traditional clothes at the event!
The Memorial Festival, Honoring Our Veterans
DATE/TIME: March 25-27, 2024 PLACE: American Veterans Memorial Park, County 14 Blvd, Cannon Falls, MN 55009
Admission $10,
Kids under 5 free
Parking Free
65 with IDs Free
Military/Veterans with ID
Asian Street Food Night Market
DATE/TIME: June 8-9, 2024
June 8, 3:00pm-11:00pm
June 9, 3:00pm-10:00pm PLACE: 425 Rice St Saint Paul MN 55103
Talent show, food, arts, beer garden, lion dance
For vendor, volunteers, and artist application, please contact Ka Vang at 651-302-6218
Theater Mu’s week-long summer camps dive into everything theater while centering Asian American identity and history. Choose between morning and afternoon modules or combine them for a full day. At the end of each camp, you’ll perform a showcase, so come explore what’s possible
Summer Festival
DATE/TIME: June 15-16, 2024 PLACE: Burnsville Mall, County Rd 42 W, Burnsville, MN 55337
Summer Camp
Current 1st ~ 5th graders
Purpose of the3 camp: According to recent research, university graduates are increasingly required by prospective employers to have the so-called soft skills necessary for working in global environments.
Join CAPI for the Unity in Motion: World Refugee Day 5k—an event that combines the spirit of community, healthy living, and compassion! Join us on this special day as we lace up our running shoes and hit the pavement to make a difference in the lives of those who have been forced to flee their homes.
Step into the shoes of resilience and solidarity as we come together. This event is not just about running; it's about running with purpose, raising awareness, and supporting the displaced individuals who seek refuge and hope in a new beginning.
Philippine Children's Camp
DATE/TIME: Saturday, June 29, 2024, 8:30am PLACE: Camp Sacajawea, Apple Valley, MN
For kids 6 to 12 years of age on the date of the camp. Still free on our 20th year, Save the Date
Hmong International Freedom Festival
DATE/TIME: June 29 and 30, 2024 PLACE: McMurray Fields, 1151 Jessamine Ave W, St Paul, MN 55103
42nd Annual Hmong International Freedom Festival
Free Admission
The Twin Cities has been called the “Hmong Capital of the Nation” because it is the top metro area in the US for Hmong population.
Dragon Festival
DATE/TIME: Saturday, July 13, 2024, 9:00am-7:00pm PLACE: Phalen Park, St Paul, Minnesota
To bring together the Greater Twin Cities diverse communities in celebration of the diverse Asian Pacific cultures through an annual dragon festival.
Event website: https://dragonfestival.org/
Cultural Heritage Day
DATE/TIME: Saturday, July 13, 2024, 11:00am-3:00pm
Cultural Heritage Day Come join us in celebrating India's rich and diverse cultural Heritage; Experience beautiful classical/folk dances/vocals/music and paintings from local artists; Enjoy mouth watering regional Indian cuisine; Have fun while shopping and playing games with family and kids... We look forward to seeing you and your family at Hindu Temple. Classical/folk dances/vocals/music, Games, Shopping, Delicious Regional indian cuisine
Hmong Community Explore Your Parks
DATE/TIME: Saturday, July 13, 2024, 1:00pm-4:00pm PLACE: Centennial Park, 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy,
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Planned events:
Sports, games, and recreation activities
Traditional Hmong games
Story strolls, Kids and Youth activities
Free books!
Arts and cultural performances
Food/healthy eating
Health supporting activities (2023 featured COVID-19 vaccinations and lots of health info!)
Local organizations tabling
Philippine Day
DATE/TIME: Saturday, July 20, 2024, 3:00pm-8:00pm PLACE: 2665 Woodlane Dr Woodbury, MN 55125
Save the Date
Community Solutions Program (CSP) Host a Fellow
DATE/TIME: August 12, 2024-November 27, 2024
Interest Form: https://irexorg.formstack.com/forms/csprecommitment2024
CSP is a professional leadership development program for experienced leaders working in democracy and human rights, environmental issues, gender equality, and peace and conflict resolution.
After your submission of the interest form, our team will identify fellows who may be well-suited to support your organization's work. We will then follow up with you to share next steps and details of which fellow(s) have been matched with your organization
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