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For the month of AAPI, KultureCity is hosting a series of lectures titled ‘Kulturally Asian’ to discuss asian representation, mental health, disability and accessibility nationally. On May 1, together with UAB HSOM ODI, we join Evelyn Yang (author and advocate), Julie Kim (comedian and author), John Lee Brody (actor)and Drs. Herb Chen and Michele Kong as their explore these issues. Dr. Dan Chu will host this special night.
Doors open at 5:30 pm, with panel discussion 6:00 - 7:00 pm.
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The Monte Sano State Park will be hosting a Japanese Spring Festival at their Japanese Garden. During the festival there will be showcases of Japanese cultural with performances by the Daikin Taiko Force, Bon Odori, and Nihon Buyo. They will also have demonstrations of martial arts like laido, Karate, Aikido, and Kendo. There will also be activities like calligraphy and origami as well as Japanese snacks to partake in. Join them in Huntsville on May 5th from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.! Click the link below to visit the Facebook page for more information.
The Heersink School of Medicine's Office for Diversity and Inclusion, in collaboration with the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Faculty Association, will be celebrating AAPI Heritage Month with a presentation by the Curators of Asian Art from the Birmingham Museum of Art, food, and entertainment. There will be activities including Japanese calligraphy, Chinese dance, ikebana demonstrations, anime exhibition and more.
The Birmingham Botanical Gardens are hosting their Annual Spring Show this May. It will also be celebrating 50 years of the Alabama Bonsai Society this year. The indoor event will feature bonsai on display as well as on sale, and there will be vendors selling gardening supplies.
Join us for our May Kayoubikai at IKKO Japanese Ramen and Sushi! It's a great opportunity to meet new friends with similar interests, practice Japanese, and strengthen connections within our JASA community. Whether you're a JASA member or new to the community, all are welcome!
Please RSVP at least one day in advance to secure your spot. While there's no cost to attend this event, please note that everyone will be responsible for their individual bills after the meal.
We look forward to seeing you!
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