The Asian American Cancer Health Symposium aims to raise awareness and educate AANHPI individuals across the country about cancer risks, prevention, and trends. We hope that what attendees learn at the symposium can be brought back to their communities, promoting better outcomes for all AANHPI folks across the country.

RSVP at: https://www.ticketsource.us/asiancancerhealthsymposium

Join us for the CRY Gala at San Diego on Friday, April 26 from 6:30pm PST onwards

Venue: The Heights Golf Club, San Diego, CA

Contact: Patrick Bocco patrick.bocco@cryamerica.org | 617-959-1273
Edward Remias | sandiego@cryamerica.org

Thank you for shaping children’s destinies. We look forward to seeing you!

Help CRY America raise $150,000 and help us ensure our children have quality education, proper nutrition, healthcare and protection from child labor and child marriage!

Learn more and get tickets: https://www.cryamerica.org/gala/san-diego-gala-2024/

We cordially invite you to be a part of our 2024 Spring Banquet on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at Jasmine Seafood Restaurant. Join us for an evening of celebration, performances, and a silent auction featuring a curated collection of coveted items.

The Spring Banquet is a cornerstone event for the SDCHM, providing vital support for our programs. Your participation would not only contribute to the success of the event but also have a profound impact on the mission we serve.

Sunday, April 21, 2024
5PM - 8PM

Jasmine Seafood Restaurant

4609 Convoy St Ste A 1/2 San Diego, CA 92111

Please RSVP no later than April 8, 2024

Register today: https://sdchm.org

Have you experienced hate or witnessed a hate incident? We want you to know: You are not alone.

Discuss your experiences, find solutions, and heal in a safe and welcoming environment.

For any questions, contact StopHate@calcivilrights.ca.gov

Join us for the San Diego Food Bank Volunteering Day, a meaningful event dedicated to making a substantial difference in the San Diego community. On this day, volunteers come together to support a crucial cause: combating hunger in San Diego.

Through various hands-on activities, from sorting and packing food items to assisting in distribution efforts, participants actively contribute to providing meals for families in need. Every volunteer's effort directly impacts the lives of individuals and families facing food insecurity.

Only 20 spots are available. Please RSVP by emailing yvonne.gao@naaap.org

**PLEASE DO NOT JUST SHOW UP AT THE LOCATION. 

Missed us in February? Sad there was no TAPpy Hour in March?  We’re back on in April!  Come join us at The Garten, a beer garden in Morena with lots of outdoor space, wide beer selection, and great food! 

Don't forget to register! Hope to see you there!

Interested in joining the TAP-SD board? This TAPpy Hour would be a great opportunity to meet current board members and learn about serving TAP-SD!

RSVP: https://www.tap-sd.org/event-details/april-tappy-hour-at-the-garten-4-11-24

You're invited to a film screening of the documentary "Rally" followed by a discussion with filmmaker Rooth Tang, moderated by Wentao Ma, Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Literature at UC San Diego.

This event is presented by the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts with co-sponsorship from the Institute of Arts and Humanities Film Studies Program, Institute of Arts and Humanities Chinese Studies Program, Department of Communication and Department of Visual Arts at UC San Diego.

Event is free and open to all. Light refreshments will be provided.

Space is limited - please rsvp!

ABOUT THE FILM: (100 mins)

Who is Rose Pak? Here are three facts: 1. She was often seen at San Francisco’s annual Chinese New Year Parade loudly roasting local politicians on a PA system as they passed beneath her podium. 2. She was an undocumented immigrant for decades, and bravely spoke in front of the very same immigration service that could deport her. 3. Nobody was neutral about Rose Pak. Some considered her a political activist that protected and advanced the lives of people in Chinatown, while others accused her of being a foreign agent.

For better or worse, Pak was the unofficial “kingmaker” of San Francisco who aided or orchestrated the election of at least five mayors of San Francisco, including Ed Lee, the first Asian American to hold the job. “Auntie Rose,” as she was called by her fans, represents the free spirit of U.S. democracy: the savviness to speak your mind, the care for community, the determination to make a change, and the strategy to make all these ideas impossible to decline.

Through this portrait of Rose Pak in the documentary “Rally,” we witness the backroom dynamics of city politics, the rise of civil-rights engagement within Chinese American communities since the 1970s, as well as the distrust, discontent and discrimination from white liberals. Tensions emerge, allyships form, and the rest is the tale of a woman who decisively was the spine of San Francisco’s Chinatown.

ABOUT THE FILMMAKER:

Born in Bangkok and raised in Los Angeles, Rooth Tang is an international filmmaker crisscrossing between Asia, Europe, and the United States. His work as an editor includes the Sundance award-winning feature “Gook” (2017). He made his own feature directing debut with the narrative “Sway” (2014). “Rally” is his first documentary.

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APPROX. EVENT AGENDA

4:00PM: Introduction (10 mins)

4:10PM: Film (1 hour 40 mins)

5:50PM: Filmmaker Q&A (30 mins)

6:20PM: Reception (25 mins)

LOCATION

The event will be held in the Mosaic building auditorium #113 in the North Torrey Pines Living and Learning Neighborhood (NTPLLN) at UC San Diego.

PARKING

The closest visitor parking is located in the Scholars Parking underground parking structure (map). Weekend parking is $2.10/hour.

QUESTIONS

Email surajisranicenter@ucsd.edu.

By registering for this event you agree to receive future correspondence from the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts, from which you can unsubscribe at any time.

RESERVE YOUR TICKET:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/film-screening-rally-tickets-863318026457?aff=oddtdtcreator

Celebrate Holi with performances by HAMID DAUDANI & GROUP. Enjoy fun crafts and henna! Holi is a popular and significant Hindu festival celebrating Colors, Love, and Spring!

Hamid Daudani & Group, was established in 1991, and has kept the South Asian culture alive through its annual theatrical production.

Saturday, April 6, 2024

2PM - 3PM
Poway Library (13137 Poway Road, Poway, CA 92064)

🌟 Hang out with QAPIMEDA at our second QAPIMEDA Social! 🌈✨ Join us for a chill time at Lia's Lumpia. Snack on tasty bites, sip on cool drinks, and catch the scoop on our upcoming events!

🌈 This get-together is an inclusive space, celebrating the awesome mix of LGBTQ+ identities within the Asian, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, and Desi communities. Allies are welcome!

🍲🥂 While Lia's Lumpia has got tasty treats and drinks for purchase, there's no entry fee—just bring good vibes and get ready to make some real connections. Let's kick back and enjoy the company! 💖

Visit our Linktree to RSVP or sign up at: https://bit.ly/487XzRV

Chinese culture features a rich and eclectic wealth of stories.  From legends and fairy tales to narratives steeped in history.  From dragons (for this is the Year of the Dragon) to stories of love and luck to fish and fishing traditions that brought many to San Diego.

Join professional storytellers from the Storytellers of San Diego for an hour of engaging tales.  Each program features different tellers and different stories.  Come to one, two, or all three.

On 03/23, storytellers Marilyn McPhie, Lissette Ryan, and Emily Stamets will provide tales of fish and fishing.

Appropriate for all ages.  Free.

Register here: https://sdchm.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/sdchm/event.jsp?event=18498

Holi Hues for Hope!

Ditch your worries, grab your dancing shoes, and dive into a vibrant explosion of color! Celebrate Holi with us:

• Paint the town rainbow: Splash, dance, and laugh in a kaleidoscope of hues!

• Taste of India: Feast on a tantalizing spread of authentic Indian flavors.

• Tiny Toes Take Over: Witness the magic as kids light up the stage with their joyful performances.

• Bollywood Beats: Move to the sizzling rhythms spun by our DJ, a master of Bollywood bangers!

Every splash, every bite, every laugh fuels hope. Your celebration supports underprivileged children, weaving brighter futures with every vibrant stroke.

But hurry! Tickets are selling fast like colorful confetti! ️ Grab yours before they’re gone and paint the world with hope, one colorful step at a time.

Don’t forget your whites! ✨

RSVP: https://events.cryamerica.org/events/sandiegoholi2024/

Join the ABASD March Member Mixer on Thursday, March 21, 2024 from 5PM - 7PM at the ABA Office! 

Free for ABASD Members | $25 for Non-Members

Register now: RSVP@ABASD.org

Join us for an interactive and informative Resume Workshop led by Proven Recruiting, designed to empower you in crafting a compelling professional narrative. Whether you're a seasoned professional looking to polish your resume or a recent graduate preparing to enter the workforce, this workshop is tailored to meet your needs.

We encourage you to bring a printed or physical copy of your resume to the workshop. This will enable our recruiters to provide personalized feedback and suggestions directly on your document, ensuring that you leave with tangible improvements.

Free to attend, but RSVP is required: https://sd.naaap.org/events/resume-workshop-craft-your-story-to-land-more-interviews

The San Diego Chinese Historical Museum is partnering with the SDSU Chinese Cultural Center to produce this monthly Zoom lecture series.

Lily Birmingham will join us in March 2024, providing a lecture in connection with our exhibition, The Poem “Li Sao”, Qu Yuan and the Dragon Boat Festival.

Are you ready to conquer one of SD county's most iconic hikes? Join us for a hiking adventure up Woodson Mountain to the famous Potato Chip Rock (

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/woodson-mountain-and-potato-chip-rock-via-hwy-67)!  

This hike is considered intermediate at 4 miles and 1200 ft elevation gain. Remember to bring water, sunscreen, shoes with good traction, and maybe a snack. We may grab lunch afterwards depending on interest. Don't forget to register!

RSVP at: https://www.tap-sd.org/event-details/tap-hike-mt-woodson

The San Diego API Coalition is offering FREE professional headshots to individuals from the Asian Pacific Islander (API) community and beyond. 

A professional headshot can make a powerful difference in various aspects of life, from job applications to social media profiles. Whether you're seeking new career opportunities, updating your LinkedIn profile, or simply want a high-quality photo for personal use, this event is for you.

Date: Monday, March 11, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Pacific Arts Movement, 9685 Via Excelencia Ste 108, San Diego, CA 92126

This event is FREE, open to people of all ages, backgrounds, and professions. If you have the capacity, please donate to help bring down our costs. There'll also be an opportunity to mix and mingle with other community members while you wait and after your headshot!

RSVP: https://givebutter.com/kixdwq

APALA-San Diego invites you to a Meet and Greet!

March 8, 2024

UDW Office at The Sanctuary

4855 Seminole Drive, San Diego, CA 92115

Learn about APALA… meet members and friends… partake in dim sum… enjoy fun games and karaoke… We also encourage you to bring used jackets, warm clothing, and blankets for our continued work at the border welcoming asylum seekers.

RSVP to Trang at 619-518-6363 or tpham@udw.org

Come celebrate Pag-asa's Three Year Anniversary and help us raise money to keep our non-profit legal clinic running.

With over 200,000 Filipinos in San Diego County, Pag-asa Law Clinic is the first Filipino-based Law Clinic serving Filipinos regardless of legal status and the greater community in Southern California. The clinic provides pro bono (free) or low-cost legal services in the areas of immigration, naturalization, temporary restraining orders, and unlawful detainers.

“We want the Filipino community in San Diego to know that Pag-asa Law Clinic is here as a resource for them. We are here to help you navigate complicated legal problems and get you the access to justice that you deserve.” said Diana Laranang, President of Pag-asa Law Clinic. Pag-asa Law Clinic recognized the challenges for the Filipino community to access lawyers. “It’s not easy asking for help with personal legal issues. Pag-asa Law Clinic wants to make the legal process as easy as possible while providing the help our community needs,” said Valerie Garcia Hong, Director of Pag-asa Law Clinic and Attorney at Garcia Hong Law.

Pag-asa Law Clinic is run by volunteer attorneys and law student interns. “Pag-asa Law Clinic is of the people, for the people.’ Our volunteers are actual members of the community who understand and relate to the legal issues Filipinos can face. We believe it is our responsibility to give back to our community,” said Laranang.

Pag-asa Legal was formed in 2019. With over 200,000 Filipinos in San Diego County, Pag-asa Law Clinic is the first Filipino-based Law Clinic serving Filipinos regardless of legal status and the greater community in Southern California. The clinic provides pro bono (free) or low-cost legal services in the areas of immigration, naturalization, temporary restraining orders, and unlawful detainers. The clinic is funded from private donations and grants. Learn more at www.pagasalawclinic.org

Join Pacific Arts Movement in partnership with the San Diego Pride’s Queer APIMEDA Coalition (QAPIMEDA) for a spotlight screening of My Partner. Proceeds for this event benefit the 25th Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival and QAPIMEDA’s year-round programming.

ABOUT THE FILM:

Pili (Kaipo Dudoit), an extroverted Hawaiian jock, and Edmar (Jayron Muñoz), an introverted Filipino gamer, are part of a rivalry between two senior-class friend groups at Lahainaluna High School. The rivalry comes to a head when Edmar's group is caught overfishing a native species in a restored fresh water stream by Pili's group.

Things get interesting when Pili and Edmar's social studies teacher assigns the boys,who are in different class periods, to work on their semester project together. Pili and Edmar strongly protest but are forced to work together.

Slowly, Pili and Edmar learn that despite surface appearances, they and their cultures have much in common. As they spend time together working on their class project, they become closer -- Pili learning about Filipino immigrants to Hawai'i and Edmar learning about Hawaiian culture and history. Things come to a head when their friends get into a big fight at school.

Join us for the Inaugural Lunar New Year Celebration at Southwestern College! 🌙✨

Experience the rich traditions of this ancient Asian holiday with lion dances, delicious food, live performances, interactive stations, and support local Asian American-owned businesses.

Interested in being a vendor? Apply by January 16, 2024 here.

Asian Pacific Alliance of County Employees (APACE) invites you to join the San Diego County Library Lunar New Year Celebration!

February 18, 2024

2:00PM

Poway Library (13137 Poway Road, Poway, CA 92064)

Join the Asian Business Association Foundation Women's Leadership Council featuring Guest Speaker: Maya Hu-Chan!

Email RSVP@ABASD.org to reserve your spot.