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API Men Institute to End Domestic Violence
Men Institute Workshop (Photo by Nancy Wong)
AAP staff report
MINNEAPOLIS (August 19, 2010) – Asian and Pacific Islander men of Minnesota took a proactive approach toward domestic violence and anger management with a two-day event August 19-20 at Oren Gateway Center of Augsburg College. More than 70 people participated in an intensive training to examine the intersection of sexism and racism and to explore how power and privilege contributes to violence against women and children.
In Search of Asia Film Festival
The Legend of Chao Fa
A raft of films from the world’s largest continent, burgeoning and booming, mysterious and intriguing, comes under a special lens in a far-reaching “Asian Film Festival” that runs Wednesday, Nov. 3rd through Nov. 13th at St. Anthony Main Theatre. Under the heading “In Search of Asia,” and sponsored by Minnesota Film Arts (the old Oak St. and University Film Society standbys), the festival will look at films from the somewhat different perspectives of Asian-Americans in addition to looking at the varied Asian lives reflected on today’s screens.
Villain: A novel
Villain: A novel
Author: Shuichi Yoshida
Pantheon Books
August 3, 2010, $25.95
In Shuichi Yoshida’s Villain, a young insurance saleswoman is found strangled at Mitsuse Pass. Her family and friends are shocked and terrified. The pass – which tunnels through a mountainous region of southern Japan-has an eerie history: a hideout for robbers, murderers, and ghostly creatures lurking at night.
Mao’s Last Dancer
Chengwu Guo as Li in MAO'S LAST DANCER. Photo Credit: Simon Cardwell / Samuel Goldwyn Films
From the Academy Award nominated director Bruce Beresford (Driving Miss Daisy, Tender Mercies), comes the inspiring true story of Li Cunxin (Chi Cao) and his extraordinary journey from poverty to international stardom. Filmed on location in China, Australia and the U.S., Mao’s Last Dancer (Rated PG from IDP/Samuel Goldwyn Films and Great Scott Productions) also stars Bruce Greenwood, Kyle MacLachlan and Joan Chen, and opens this weekend at the Landmark Edina Cinema.
Hawaiian-Pacific Islander, Music
CJ “Boom” Helekahi debut CD brings spirit of Hana to the world
HONOLULU (August 31, 2010) – Released today, CJ Helekahi’s debut CD “Ka Mahina” is sharing the magic of beautiful Hana, Maui with the world. Known to many as “Boom,” CJ has gained a reputation for the beauty of his voice, from his soaring tenor to his caressing falsetto. With the much-awaited release of “Ka Mahina” (The Moon), CJ is coming full circle to share music that embodies the pure spirit of tropical Hana and highlights his unique vocal abilities and range. Guest artists Kaiolohia Funes Smith, Leokane Pryor and Pekelo Cosmo join CJ on “Ka Mahina” to create a musical experience unlike any other. Produced by Dave Tucciarone and distributed by the Mountain Apple Company HAWAI’I, “Ka Mahina” includes four original and six classic songs.
Weighing the Air: the Art of Collaboration
St. Paul, Minn. (Aug. 17, 2010) – Metropolitan State University Gordon Parks Gallery is pleased to present Weighing the Air: the Art of Collaboration. The exhibit opens with a reception on Thursday, Sept. 16, from 4–7 p.m. and continues through Oct. 8. Gallery hours are Mondays–Thursdays, 11 a.m.–7 p.m.; and Fridays–Saturdays, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. The gallery is located in the Library and Learning Center, 645 East Seventh Street, Saint Paul.
CHAT Arts Festival
Kids have fun in the pool at the Chat Arts Fest. (AAP photo by Trang Do)
ST. PAUL (August 21, 2010) – The Center for Hmong Arts and Talent held its 9th Annual Hmong Arts and Music Festival Satuday at Western Sculpture Park. With the theme “A Hmong Us” the festival again had arts and crafts of local Hmong artists that represents many perspectives of being “A Hmong” in America. There was also a juried winners tent.
Ananya Dance Theater presents Kshoy!
Photo by V Paul Virtuccio
Ananya Dance Theater presents Kshoy! (Decay) from September 9-12. Showtimes are Thurs, 7:30 p.m. Fri-Sat., 8:00 p.m., and Sun. 7:00 p.m. Tickets range $23-$29, with student and group discounts. Call 612-340-1725 or online at southerntheater.org and ananyadancetheatre.org.
Announcements, Business, Chinese, Education
Rising Above Uncertain Times
The Chinese American Academic & Professional Association in Minnesota will hold its 2010 Annual Conference on the theme, “Rising Above Uncertain Times” on September 25, 2010, from noon until 9:00 p.m. at Jun Bo Chinese Restaurant, 7717 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN 55423. Registration starts at noon with opening remarks at 1:00 p.m.
Affordable retirement investment library workshop
Are you approaching retirement or recently retired and concerned about how you’ll make ends meet over the years or decades ahead? Learn how to make informed investment decisions and develop objective investment strategies to reduce financial risks and ensure income during your retirement years at a “How Can I Afford Retirement?” program series scheduled Saturdays, Sept. 25, Oct. 9 and 23, and Nov. 6, 10 a.m.-12 noon, at Hennepin County Library – Brookdale, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center. Admission is free.
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- Weighing the Air: the Art of Collaboration
- CHAT Arts Festival
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