Melodies of Home, Stringing Together Two Continents
The New Haven Chinese Cultural Cooperative, a traditional Chinese and Taiwanese music ensemble, celebrates Asian American heritage with tunes echoing an ancient homeland.
Seattle’s First Asian American Independent Bookstore Marks One Year of Success
Sokha Danh, owner of Mam’s Books, has built a community in Seattle’s Chinatown/International District for bookworms and Asian Americans alike.
An Excerpt from “The Forest for the Trees” by Leslie Li
Leslie Li’s book is a dark comedy about a clash of cultures and generations, a biracial coming-of-age story, and a psychological thriller about inherited trauma.
“Did You Eat Yet?” Communication in Chinese American Families
Exploring the impact of linguistic assimilation on familial dynamics and communication among Chinese-speaking Asian Americans.
From Orphan Names to Middle Names: Stories of Adoptees’ Chinese Names
What’s in a name? Transracial adoptees discuss using their Chinese name, learning its cultural meaning, and embracing an Asian identity through their name.
Block Parties and Rare Vinyl Bring The NYC Chinatown Community Together
Explore NYC Chinatown’s vibrant music scene: From Deborah Oh’s Year of The Tiger Records to Think!Chinatown block parties, fostering community through vinyl and dance.
Celebrating the Austin Asian American Film Festival’s Sweet 16
Blow out the candles for the Austin Asian American Film Festival’s “sweet 16” celebration! Mochi explores how the local film festival came to be and where it’s heading next.
NPR’s Emily Kwong on Connection, Healing, and the “Inheriting” Podcast
In a world of sound bites and quick texts, NPR reporter Emily Kwong wants people to slow down, practice deep listening, and connect with one another.
“Seoul Switch” Explores Asian Masculinity Through K-pop and Culture Clash
Liann Kaye’s “Seoul Switch” starring Kevin Woo explores Asian masculinity through a cultural lens, blending humor and identity in a K-pop–inspired narrative.
Book Releases that Show Love of Family
This list includes memoirs about finding traces of lost family, showing love for family in nontraditional ways, and honoring the legacy of multiple generations.