CDBF has the most complete and updated listings of local Asian and Asian American events on our Community Calendar.
If you don't see an event here in the newsletter, be sure to check our Calendar online -- it's updated as we receive announcements. Submit your Asian community event information with a brief description to
calendar@cdbf.org.
MARCH
Documentary Films: "Fukushima Hula Girls" and "Can You See Our Lights?"
When: Saturday, March 30, 3-6 pm
Where: I.D.E.A. Space, Edith Kinney Gaylord Cornerstone Arts Center, Colorado College, 825 N. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs
How Much: Free
Documentary film screenings about the aftermath of the earthquake on March 11th of 2011 in Japan to be held at Colorado College. Co-sponsored by Consulate-General of Japan in Denver. "Fukushima Hula Girls:" After the disaster, Hula girls at a Hawaiian theme resort in Iwaki, Fukushima tried to overcome and re-build the resort as a first step towards reconstruction of the area. The story tells us how they faced life with power issues and other struggles until the re-opening of "Spa Resort Hawaiians." "Can You See Our Lights? First Festival after the Tsunami:" Japanese summer festivals serve as a time to hold memorial services for the souls of the departed. Although some of the many places devastated by the disaster were unable to hold their colorful and passionate centuries-old festivals, the people of Rikuzen-Takada, Soma, Minami-Soma and some other cities decided to go ahead as usual. The program shows festival committee members busily repairing damaged floats and drums and encouraging the participation of dispersed former residents. What are the thoughts of the people holding these summer festivals? And what don't they hope to express in them? (719) 389-6607
Asian Culture Night at Colorado College
When: Saturday, March 30, 5-7 pm
Where: Bemis Hall, 920 N. Cascade Ave. (west of Cutler Hall), Colorado Springs
How Much: Free
This event will celebrate the diversity of Asian culture through performances and food. The show will include cultural dances by the Spirit of Cambodia Cultural Alliance and Hawaii Club, musical performances by Colorado College students, and a fashion show. Dinner will also be provided at the end of the show. Limited seating. For more information contact the Worner Desk, (719) 389-6607.
Philippine-American Society of Colorado Easter Picnic / Potluck
When: Sunday, March 31, 1-4 pm
Where: Knights of Columbus Hall, 13645 E. Bayaud Ave., Aurora
How Much: Free to PASCO members, Non-PASCO members $5 per family
Bring your favorite dish to share and a dozen candy filled plastic eggs; crafts, games, and prizes. For more information contact: Jane Sarmiento (720-280-5263), Mark Perez (720-427-6782), or Matt Teves (303-995-1410). Visit PASCO's website for the flyers and more information: www.coloradopasco.orgg
APRIL
Nominate a 2013 Asian American Hero of Colorado!
When: Deadline April 2
Where:
Now in its 5th year, we honor deserving members of the Asian American community, the unsung heroes, the shining stars, the selfless leaders at the 2013 Asian American Heroes of Colorado Awards Ceremony. We need your help for nominations! Learn more at
or download the nomination form. Nominations are due by Tuesday, April 2, 2013. Each selected hero will be presented a certificate of recognition and be featured in the May cover story of Asian Avenue magazine, and honored at an Award Ceremony and Brunch on Sat. June 1 (see listing below). This program is presented by the Colorado Asian Culture and Education Network in collaboration with several APA organizations in Colorado.
Questions? iinfo@cacenetwork.org or (303) 937-6888.
"Visions and Prophecies in Tibetan Buddhism"
When: Tuesday, April 2, 7 pm
Where: British Studies Room (5th Floor), Norlin Library, CU-Boulder campus
How Much: Free
The Center for Asian Studies at CU-Boulder presents "Visions and Prophecies in Tibetan Buddhism." The revelation of terma (literally "treasures") is a longstanding practice in the Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Treasures are texts and sacred objects said to be hidden in the Tibetan landscape and in the mind-streams of Buddhist masters. In this public lecture, Khenpo Sodargye of Larung Buddhist Academy in Serta shares his knowledge about what terma signifies, how it is revealed, and what kinds of dreams, visions and prophecies emerge in the mind-stream of a tertönor "treasure revealer." For a full list of CAS events, please visit http://cas.colorado.edu/events-list.
Film screening w/ music by guitarist Alex de Grassi: Ozu's "A Story of Floating Weeds"
When: Thursday, April 4, 7:30 pm
Where: Concert Hall, King Center on the Auraria Campus
How Much: $12, Seniors (50+) $7, Non-UCD students $7 and UCD students $5 (with ID- 2 tix max)
A Story of Floating Weeds, a silent film by Yasujiro Ozu will be shown with accompaniment performed live by Alex de Grassi presented by CU Denver Live! as a part of GUITAR WEEK! The film is one of the most successful and critically acclaimed films by the legendary Japanese filmmaker Yasujiro Ozu. "Floating Weeds, drifting down the leisurely river of our lives," has long been a favored metaphor in Japanese prose and poetry and, in this 1934 film, it refers to a group of traveling actors who seem to be drifting aimlessly, carried by currents beyond their control. The film comes to life with Alex de Grassi's original acoustic guitar score based on a pentatonic blues motif that also suggests the sound of the koto, a Japanese harp-like instrument. For Tickets please contact: The Kenneth King Center Box Office, 303-556-2296 or http://www.ahec.interticket.com
"Breaking Barriers Building Bridges" - Colorado Asian American Leadership Conference
When: Saturday, April 6, 9 am-3 pm
Where: Aurora Public Schools Professional Conference and Learning Center, 15771 E. 1st Ave., Aurora, 80011
How Much: $20 individuals ($15 until March 23), $10 each for groups of 10 or more
Calling all Asian American high school students and friends to learn leadership skills and self-empowerment tool! Registration covers Opening Ceremony (with local performances), workshops, entertainment, keynote speaker and lunch. Please register for the conference at http://tinyurl.com/2013-ngv-conference. After you register, please send a check made payable to Next Generation Voices to: NGV, PO Box 221748, Denver, CO 80222 OR send your payment via Paypal to: info@asianavenuemagazine.com. Powered by Next Generation Voices - for more information: nextgenvoices@gmail.com.
Support PASCO's Dragon Boat Team at the Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
When: Friday, April 12, 5-9 pm
Where: Knights of Columbus Hall, 13645 E. Bayaud Ave., Aurora
How Much: $10 ($5 under 10)
Help us raise money for the PASCO Fighting Dragoms, who will once again be competing at this year's Colorado Dragon Boat Festival. Spaghetti dinner, dessert, and drink. Silent Auction, Door Prizes, and more. For more information contact: Jane Sarmiento (720-280-5263), Mark Perez (720-427-6782), or Matt Teves (303-995-1410). Visit PASCO's website for the flyers and more information: www.coloradopasco.org
Mile High JACL Spring Luncheon
When: Saturday, April 13, 11:30 am
Where: LD Chinese Buffet, 2797 South Parker Rd., Aurora, 80014
How Much: $15
This is Mile High JACL's fundraiser for our annual Scholarship Program and Community Advocacy work, with food, entertainment and emcee Adele Arakawa, along with raffle prizes and a silent auction. Please support the work of the Japanese American Citizens League, the oldest Asian American civil rights organization in the U.S., formed in 1929. For more information: info@milehighjacl.org, www.milehighjacl.orgg
The Sabaki Challenge, World Open Martial Arts ACTION
When: Saturday, April 20, 5:30 pm
Where: National Western Stadium, I-70 & Brighton Blvd. Denver
How Much: $25 & $50 at Samurai Martial Arts (4730 E. Colfax, 303-320-7632) or www.sabaki.com. Group Discounts: Buy four tickets at one time, get the fifth one free. Children 12 & under general admission seating $10
Sabaki is a Japanese word meaning channel power efficiently. It can refer to the effort of taming horse or damming a river. In martial arts it means the natural way to use an opponent's power and momentum against him, regardless of size. For 34 years, the Sabaki Challenge has provided a place for martial artists to follow their beliefs in the hard training they endure. The event is a modern full contact stand up challenge in the tradition of timeless warrior code the whole family can enjoy.
Aurora Asian/Pacific Community Partnership
When: Tuesday, April 23, 5:30 pm
Where: Blue Lagoon Asian Bistro, 1695 Peoria St. Aurora, 80010
How Much: $15/person
Mark your calendars for the Partnership's Annual Meeting - always a fun and educational time for the Steering Committee and Friends of the Partnership - to be held on Tues., April 23rd, 5:30 PM, at the Blue Lagoon Asian Bistro in Aurora, a new restaurant on Peoria near the University Hospital. The topic for discussion is the Affordable Care Act and its impact on over 30,000 Asians (an estimate), not to mention small businesses! The keynote will be given by Myung Kim, Director of Communications and Outreach at the Colorado Health Benefit Exchange. The food will be absolutely delicious - and only $15/person. Contact Frankie Anderson for more information or to join the Partnership: Aurora Asian/Pacific Community Partnership (303) 326-8695,
auroraasian.org
2013 Japan Cup Competition
When: Saturday, April 27, 8 am-4 pm
Where: University of Denver Sturm Hall
How Much: Free admission
Join the Japan America Society for its annual competition for Japanese language students, co-sponsored by the Colorado Language Education Association! JASC invites teams of students, 8th grade through college, to register. See JASC events and click for more information about the Japan Cup Competition here: http://www.jascolorado.org/calendar/ or contact JASC: (303) 592-5364, info@jascolorado.org
CDBF has created a new, separate group, the Mile-Hi Dragonboat Racing Club, to help grow the sport of dragon boat racing in the area, and to give club members access to Coaching, training and equipment.
