May 20, 2021
Celebrate and learn about Asian American cultures and customs with entertaining, educational events for the entire family as Tulsa City-County Library (TCCL) presents its 19th annual Asian American Festival virtually from June 13-26. Plus, pick up craft kits from a regional TCCL branch or the Central Library and participate in a Facebook book club featuring “Minor Feelings” by Cathy Park Hong throughout June.
From June 13-26, online programs and events for all ages will include:
- A panel discussing recent anti-Asian violence and xenophobia in America, moderated by Amy Bailey (TCCL) and featuring Jade Nguyen (Tulsa activist and organizer), Cindy Nguyen (director of social and economic justice at YWCA Oklahoma City), Dan Lynh Pham (Tulsa artist) and Malinda Thao (TCCL)
- Arts and crafts demonstrations by Rainbow Turkish House
- A live bystander intervention training presented by YWCA Oklahoma City
- Engaging raffles and giveaways via social media
- A cooking demonstration from Jackrabbit Tulsa
- Traditional dance performances from the Korean Angels of Tulsa
The festival will conclude with the annual Japanese tea ceremony led by Yumie Farringer.
For a complete schedule of virtual events and more details about the Asian American Festival, visit www.tulsalibrary.org/asianamericanfestival or call AskUs at 918-549-7323.
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