APRIL
The Falun Dafa Association of Colorado Presents The Truthfulness - Compassion - Tolerance International Art Exhibition
When: Through April 30
Where: Vida Ellison Gallery, Level 7, Denver Central Library
10 West 14th Avenue Parkway, Denver
Cost: Free admission
The Truthfulness, Compassion, Tolerance Art Exhibit has toured more than 200 cities worldwide since its debut in July 2004 at the Rayburn House, U.S. Congress Building, in Washington, D.C. The works reveal the traditional Chinese culture based around mind and body cultivation (self improvement) and living in harmony with nature. With moral improvement, a resilient inner beauty arises. The re-emergence of this tradition in China has come through in the recent popularity of Falun Gong over the past 2 decades. With beauty however, has come tragedy, as another side of the exhibition reveals the Chinese Communist Party's horrifying treatment of those who practice Falun Gong. For further information visit: www.en.falunart.org
"The Joy Luck Club" stage production at The Vintage Theater
When: Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays April 27-May 20 (Fri.-Sat. 7:30 pm, Sun. 2:30 pm plus Sat. matinee on May 12, 2:30 pm)
Cost: $25 General Admission, $20 Student, $20 24-hour Advance Purchase, $18 10+ group
Through a series of flashbacks, four young Chinese women born in America and their respective mothers born in feudal China, explore their past. This search will help them understand their mother/daughter relationship. Don't miss the local stage production of Amy Tan's book, directed by Craig A. Bond and featuring Donna Hansen from Denver's Asian American community in one of the starring roles. Check the website or call for dates and times or to purchase tickets:
http://www.vintagetheatreproductions.com/?page_id=31, 303-839-1361. To purchase tickets, visit http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2649943051/zvents.
History Colorado Opening Day: Amache Internment Camp exhibit
When: Sat. April 28, 10:30 am-5 pm
Where: 1200 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
Cost: Members Free, Adults $10, Seniors (65+) $8, Students with ID $8, Children (6-12) $6, Children (5 and under) Free
The former Colorado History Museum reopens as the History Colorado Center, and one of its highlights is a permanent exhibit about Camp Amache, the Japanese American internment camp in Southeast Colorado during World War II. You can find more information about all the special activities and performances planned for opening day at
http://www.historycolorado.org/events/opening-day
May
TNT band (featuring Tim Paran and Tex Almiera)
When: May 5, First Saturday of every month, 7:30 pm
Where: Volcano Asian Cuisine, 10440 E Arapahoe Road, Centennial, CO 80112 (SW corner of Arapahoe and Havana in South DTC)
Cost: Free
Rock, pop and folk music by an Asian American (Filipino) duo, with guest musicians welcome every month. Relax with the fine music while you dine on sushi, Chinese and Hibachi cuisine at Volcano. Contact Volcano Asian Cuisine at 303.662.8111 or visit http://www.volcanoasiancuisine.com/ for more information.
Hula Me Ke Aloha-Hula from the Heart
When: Sun. May 6, 2-4 pm (doors open at 1:30 pm)
Where: Avalon Ballroom, 6185 Araphaoe Blvd Boulder CO 80301
Cost: $12 Adult, $5 Kids 12 & Under, Free Kids 3 & Under ($2 discount for early bird purchase)
Keaka O Kalani I Na Mauna Hula and Polynesian Dance School present the 2012 Ho'ike, a dance showcase featuring dances from Hawaii, Tahiti, and New Zealand! This hula performance brings the spirit and culture of Hawaii and the Polynesian islands to Boulder's Avalon Ballroom while also raising money for Project Angel Heart. 50% of net proceeds go to this Denver-based non-profit, which delivers free meals to those facing life threatening illnesses. For presale/early bird tickets, or for more information, please contact 303-960-7521 orwww.keakaokalani.com.
Asian Chamber of Commerce & Colorado Black Chamber of Commerce May Business After Hours
When: Wed May 16, 6-8 pm
Where: Sports Authority Field in the Mile High Budweiser Champions Club (Park in Lot 'J' and walk up to gate 2 to enter)
Cost: $10 for Chamber members, $15 for non-members
There will be great food, tours of the facility and many opportunities to network with other business owners and professionals. This event fills to capacity quickly and RSVP's are required by Monday, May 14, 2011 to the ACC Office by email at
asiancc@rmi.net or by phone at 303-595-9737.
Asian Roundtable of Colorado's Asian Pacific Heritage Month Community Celebration
When: Sat May 19, noon-3 pm
Where: Wells Fargo Bank, 1700 Lincoln St. (at Lincoln), Hershner Room (Parking on your own; no free parking at Wells Fargo Bank)
Cost: Free
Experience the rich culture of the Asian Pacific Region! Entertainment and a complimentary lunch of traditional Asian Pacific food will be provided. Entertainment includes Chinese Dragon Dance, Vietnamese Dance, and traditional Asian song. For more information please contact Lily Shen at 720-256-8888,
lilyshen@comcast.net or Peggy Yujiri at 303-931-2034, pyujiri@msn.com
Mudra Dance Studio's UTSAV V
When: Sunday May 20, two shows: noon and 4:30 pm
Where: Lakewood Cultural Center, 420 South Allison Parkway, Lakewood, CO 80226
Cost: $20 for Adults and $15 for Students/Senior Citizens
We are very excited to announce our 15th Annual Production and our 5th Annual Recital Show, UTSAV V! After a year of hard work, learning, and practicing, the Mudras are back with a brand new show and all new moves. We hope you will be able to join us in this celebration because we would love to have you! You can purchase tickets from Mudra students, Lakewood Cultural Center, or by clicking the link below. For more information please contact Shefali Shah at
Shefali@mudradancestudio.us or (720) 394-7658, or visit http://mudradancestudio.us
2012 Asian American Heroes of Colorado Awards & Brunch
When: Sat. May 26, 10 am-12 pm
Where: King's Land Seafood Restaurant, 2200 W Alameda Ave #44, Denver CO 80223
Cost: $20/person, $10/student
Not every kind of hero can be found in a comic book or movie-some of our favorite heroes are people we see every day within our own community. To celebrate Asian Heritage Month, the Colorado Asian Culture and Education Network (CACEN), in collaboration with Colorado's APA organizations, will present the Asian American Heroes of Colorado Award to recognize the work of those friends, family members, neighbors, teachers, or mentors who work selflessly, but perhaps under the radar in their community. Each selected hero will also be featured in the cover story of Asian Avenue magazine's May issue. For tickets or more information, please contact CACEN atinfo@cacenetwork.org or 303.937.6888.
66th Annual Community Memorial Day Service
When: Mon. May 28, 11 am
Where: Nisei War Memorial, Fairmount Cemeter, 430 S Quebec, Denver CO 80247
Cost: Free
Join the Nisei Veterans Heritage Foundation in their 66th Community Memorial Day Service, dedicated to remember and honor the Japanese American US Armed Forces Veterans from the Rocky Mountain Region. This year's service will also include special guests, local recipients of the Congressional Gold Medal and the families of deceased recipients, as well as a tribute to the brave members of the 100th Infantry Battalion, the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, and the Military Intelligence Service. For veterans and their families who would like to take part in the tribute this year, or for general information, please contact Gayle Goto, 303.594.5839,
ggoto@comcast.net or Jamie Chikuma, 303.525.0429, jchikuma@msn.com .
