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JUNE
Chinese Historical Society’s Cultural Meeting
Since 1976, the Chinese Historical Society offers monthly meetings with speakers and programs related to Chinese American and community history.
WHEN: June 4, 7:00 p.m.
SITE: Electric Lodge, 1416 Electric Ave., Venice
COST: Free
SPONSOR: Chinese Historical Society of Southern California
INFO: 323-222-0856,
www.chssc.org
Room to Improv Show
Room to Improv is an Asian American improvisational comedy troupe Southern California and beyond!!! This show is only for those who want to roll up their sleeves, kick up their feet, laugh, and have fun. Forget the troubles of daily life and come play with us. We’ll throw the script out the window, take your suggestions, and entertain you with whatever silly whatnots come to mind.
WHEN: June 2, 10:30 p.m.
SITE: The Two Roads Theatre, 4348 Tujunga Ave., Studio City
COST: $10
SPONSOR: Room to Improv
INFO: 818-237-6350,
www.roomtoimprov.com
Vrihatnala
Enjoy the performance of Vrihatnala by Sri Dance Company. The company is a dance group that creates and performs contemporary and traditional Indonesian dance.
WHEN: June 6 - 8, Friday & Saturday 8:00 p.m., Sunday 7:00 p.m.
SITE: Electric Lodge, 1416 Electric Ave., Venice
COST: Check website for costs
SPONSOR: Sri Dance Company
INFO: 626-298-1915,
dancinginthemargins.com/SDC

Riches of the Land
This exhibition will display over 35 photographs by the Photographers Society of Southern California and local artists.
WHEN: June 6 through 19, Mondays – Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
SITE: Korean Cultural Center, 5505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles
COST: Free
SPONSOR: Photographers Society of Southern California
INFO: 323-936-7141,
www.kccla.org
Chinese Pioneers in the San Gabriel Valley
The San Gabriel Valley is the destination of many Chinese immigrants, but this is not a new phenomenon. A hundred years ago, small Chinese communities thrived in Pasadena and elsewhere. Join Professor Susie Ling as she discusses the history of Chinese Americans in the San Gabriel Valley, and their contemporary concerns. Susie Ling is an Associate Professor of History/Asian American Studies at Pasadena City College and an active member of the Chinese Historical Society of Southern California. Call 626.449.2742 ext. 31 to RSVP.
WHEN: June 7, 1:00 p.m.
SITE: Pacific Asia Museum, 46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena
COST: Free with Museum admission
SPONSOR: Pacific Asia Museum
INFO: 626-449-2742,
www.pacificasiamuseum.org
Undiscovered Chinatown Tour
Tours take visitors to a number of off-the-beaten-track points of cultural and historical interest, and will guide those interested in shopping to some of Chinatown’s best bargains and trendiest shops.
WHEN: June 7, 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
SITE: Los Angeles Chinatown
COST: $20
SPONSOR: Chinatown Business Improvement
District
INFO: 213-680-0243,
www.chinatownla.com
Pinoy Stories
Dynamic theater group MEZÇLAÕ brings stories of being Filipino (“Pinoy”) to stage through spoken word, music, and dance. Call ext. 31 to RSVP.
WHEN: June 8, 2:00 p.m.
SITE: Pacific Asia Museum,
46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena
COST: Free with Museum Admission
SPONSOR: Pacific Asia Museum
INFO: 626-449-2742,
www.pacificasiamuseum.org
Stage Reading Sweet Ginger – A New Play by Pat Lin
This is a new drama by a New York playwright Pat Lin. Reception and discussion with the playwright will follow the performance.
WHEN: June 7, 3:00 p.m.
SITE: Secret Rose Theatre, 11246 Magnolia Blvd., North Hollywood
COST: Free
SPONSOR: Fire Rose Production
INFO: 818-760-4155,
www.fireroseproductions.com
Thai American Heritage “Miss Thai Town Beauty Pageant”
Enjoy a traditional Thai beauty pageant and performances by Thai American teens.
WHEN: June 8, 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
SITE: Thailand Plaza,
5321 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood
COST: Varies
SPONSOR: Thai Health and Information
Services, Inc.
INFO: 323-661-2011,
www.thaihealth.org
T’ai Chi
Since the 6th century BC, Chinese people have practiced t'ai chi to improve their health, strength, and agility. Veteran instructor Chao Li Chi will lead you through the steps of the 'yang' style in the peaceful surroundings of the Museum's courtyard garden. New participants are welcome. For more information, please call ext. 31.
WHEN: June 7, 14, 21, 28, 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
SITE: Pacific Asia Museum,
46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena
COST: Classes are $6 for Museum members and $7 for non-members.
SPONSOR: Pacific Asia Museum
INFO: 626-449-2742,
www.pacificasiamuseum.org

Series of Concerts for Korean Music and Dance
This concert is part of a music series where anyone can come and experience the joy of learning about Korean music and dance.
WHEN: June 9, 7:00 p.m.
SITE: Korean Cultural Center,
5505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles
COST: Free
SPONSOR: Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles & UCLA Ethnomusicology department (South Korea)
INFO: 714-336-9748, www.kccla.org
Living Flowers: Ikebana and Contemporary Art
This is an innovative exhibition that showcases the traditional Japanese art of ikebana alongside cutting-edge contemporary art. For centuries, ikebana has been displayed in conjunction with traditional Asian art. In Living Flowers, arrangements by masters of the Ikenobo, Ohara, and Sogetsu schools of ikebana will be juxtaposed with the works of international artists. The exhibition explores how Japanese traditions have been maintained and transformed in our present-day world, while simultaneously highlighting the influence and impact of Japanese aesthetics on the art of today.
WHEN: June 15 through September 7,
Tuesdays through Sundays
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.,
Thursdays 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
SITE: Japanese American National Museum, 369 E. First St., Downtown Los Angeles
COST: $8 Adults, $5 Seniors, $4 Students and Children ages 6 – 17, Museum Members and Children 5 and under free
SPONSOR: Japanese American National Museum
INFO: 213-625-0414,
www.janm.org

Yaya Chou
The Chandelier Gummi bears, Beads, Monofilament,
Light Bulbs, Metal and Plastic, 45” x 21” x 21”, 2005
1st Annual Mixed Roots Film & Literary Festival
The Mixed Roots Film & Literary Festival celebrates those who create works addressing the mixed racial and cultural experience through film screenings, readings, and workshops. The event also celebrates the anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court decision affirming the right of people of different races to marry.
WHEN: June 12 – 15, Time To Be Announced
SITE: Japanese American National Museum, 369 E. First St., Los Angeles
COST: Free
SPONSOR: The Heart Productions, Japanese American National Museum, American Apparel
INFO: mixedrootsfilmandliteraryfestival.org

31st Annual Lotus Festival
The Lotus Festival celebrates the people and cultures of the Asian and Pacific Islands. This event will feature the culture of Japan and will include a variety of entertainment, exotic food, boutiques, a community health fair, dragon boat races, displays of artworks featuring the Lotus flower, a children's courtyard, and a carnival. Don’t miss the Saturday night fireworks display over the water.

WHEN: July 11 through 13,
Friday 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.,
Saturday 12:00 noon - 10:00 p.m.,
Sunday 12:00 noon - 8:00 p.m.
SITE: Echo Park Lake,
1632 Bellevue Ave., Echo Park
COST: Free
SPONSOR: City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks
INFO: 1-888-LAPARKS (527-2757),
www.laparks.org
Family Fun Week
Drop by for hands-on art projects and different events every day. Fun for all ages.
WHEN: June 16 through 20, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
SITE: Pacific Asia Museum,
46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena
COST: Free with Museum Admission
SPONSOR: Pacific Asia Museum
INFO: 626-449-2742,
www.pacificasiamuseum.org
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