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What’s New

CAM is Pairing up with the Friends of the Chinatown Library to Present an Awesome Book Talk & Drawing Demonstration

Join co-authors, Oliver Chin and Phil Amara, and illustrator Juan Calle, on February 16, 2021 @ 5pm PST as they present their latest collaboration, Awesome Asian Americans, which spotlights 20 trailblazing Asian American individuals. The two authors will share their inspiration behind the children’s book and read some of their favorite excerpts. The program will include a special live drawing demonstration of the vibrant, graphic novel style illustrations by Calle.

Attendees will receive a special promo code during the live event for 10% off an autographed copy of the book. Register here.

In Celebration of Lunar New Year, Author Oliver Chin will be Joining Kids Storytime for a Reading of His Book, “The Year of the Ox”

Guest author, Oliver Chin will be joining Miss Rita on Wednesday, February 10, 2021, @ 4 pm PST for a special edition of Kids Story Time.

This book is suited for 4-8 years old, though we welcome children of all ages with parental supervision.

Take a Journey into the World of Korean Tea Culture, with Global Tea and Culinary Educator Yoon Hee Kim

In part 2 of  Stories of a Leaf, tea master Yoon Hee Kim will guide the audience into the foundations of Korean tea, including tea rituals, uses, steeping, and beyond. Kim will also perform a demonstration of a traditional Korean Tea ceremony.  

Don’t miss this program, reserve your spot by following the link here.

“An Untold Past” Returns by Delving into the Experience of Chinese in the Caribbean

Join FCAM 1st Vice President Paula Madison along with four scholars @ 5 pm PST on February 2nd as we take a look into the history of the Chinese diaspora in the region. Topics include the formation of intermixed families, syncretism, and art. Together, the fascinating complexities of Caribbean culture make for a unique Chinese diaspora. Register for free here.

Calling all Student Artists and Creatives!

The Chinese American Citizens Alliance and the Chinese American Museum are excited to announce the biennial nation-wide Art Competition for students during the 2020-2021 school year. The prompt is “who is your hero this year and why?” The deadline for submission is April 30, 2021. For more information and how to enter, click here.

Celebrate the 43rd Anniversary of the LA Chinatown Firecracker with Us!

This year’s Firecracker events are virtual with online participation through February 28. Welcome the “Year of the Ox” by registering and joining the CAM team. For each eligible registrant that joins our team, LA Chinatown Firecracker will donate $7 back to CAM. Make sure to join our group/team by selecting ‘CAM’ underneath the team/group menu. Run, Walk, or Bike to support CAM!

Be sure to register soon by visiting firecracker10k.org!

A Notice to Our Supporters

Following directives from local, state, and federal governments, the staff will not be in the office. We will not be able to check our mailbox daily. Any communications via physical mail is expected to be delayed. If you need assistance, please call 213.485.8484 or email info@camla.org. We apologize for any inconvenience.