BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Oakland Asian Cultural Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://oacc.cc X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Oakland Asian Cultural Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112505 CREATED:20250716T204802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T184440Z UID:21768-1755345600-1755363600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Hawaiian Arts and Culture Day DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/hawaiian-day/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Hawaiian-Day-2025-Web-1080x1080-v2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20250812T221942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T184819Z UID:21840-1757187000-1757192400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Ragas in Conversation DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/ragas-conversation/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Ragas-in-Convo-Preview-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20250721T061943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T200256Z UID:21777-1758376800-1758384000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Panel Discussion: A History of Chinese Life Under American Racial Law (1850s-1960s) DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/chinese-author-panel/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/UPDATED-Chinese-Author-Panel-Web-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T163000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20250807T182331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T214833Z UID:21818-1759590000-1759595400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Oakland Ilokana Film Premiere DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/oakland-ilokana/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Oakland-Ilokana-Preview-1080-x-1080.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T203000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20250927T170106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T034601Z UID:22386-1762369200-1762374600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Water Mirror Echo: Bruce Lee and the Making of Asian America" book talk with Jeff Chang DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/jeff-chang-bruce-lee/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Jeff-Chang-Bruce-Lee-Book-Launch-Preview-1080-x-1080.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T203000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20251008T150709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T011128Z UID:22466-1762628400-1762633800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Arabesque: A Middle Eastern Dance and Music Concert DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/arabesque/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Arabesque-Preview-1080-x-1080.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T130000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20251119T172208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T173414Z UID:22663-1764936000-1764939600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:December Mending Circle DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/mending-dec2025/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Mending-Circle-Evergreen-Preview-White-Background.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20251107T213211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T201421Z UID:22621-1764961200-1764968400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:“The Empathizer" A Documentary About Vietnam Screening and Discussion DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/empathizer/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Empathizer-Preview-1080-x-1080-px-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T180000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20251212T053126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T183728Z UID:22709-1768060800-1768068000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Chinese Couplets: A Film by Felicia Lowe DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/chinese-couplets/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Chinese-Couplets-Preview-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T143000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20251030T163029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T052106Z UID:22603-1768136400-1768141800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:From Ally to Activated: Breaking Barriers to Community Action DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/activated/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Redesigned-Get-Activated-FB-1080-x-1080-px-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20251229T212949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T213238Z UID:22767-1769349600-1769356800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Reparations: A Film by Jon Osaki DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/reparations-film/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Reparations-FB-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20251225T030557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T212416Z UID:22758-1770462000-1770480000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Lunar New Year x Black History Month 2026: Celebrating Asian & African-American Solidarity DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/lny-bhm-2026/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Celebrating-Asian-African-American-Solidarity.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20260120T072722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T042457Z UID:22815-1771768800-1771776000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Honoring Day of Remembrance: Children’s Art from an American Concentration Camp DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/day-of-remembrance-2026/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Topaz-Toddlers-FB-1080-x-1080-px-v2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260315T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260315T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20260219T084830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T084959Z UID:22932-1773579600-1773586800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Tales of the Tofu Goddess: A Tribute to the Artful Life of Flo Oy Wong DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/tofu-goddess/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Tofu-Goddess-Preview-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260320T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260320T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20260227T233159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T194052Z UID:22970-1774033200-1774040400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Nowruz with the Persian Classical Trio DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/persian-classical/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Nowruz-2026-Preview-1080-x-1080-px-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20260323T211521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T233740Z UID:23100-1775908800-1775919600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Southeast Asian New Year Celebration 2026 DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/sea-ny-2026/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/SEAsian-NY-2026-1080-x-1080.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T180000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20260323T185428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T190026Z UID:23090-1776528000-1776535200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Echoes of Eureka: A Youth Opera Bridging History and Hope DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/echoes-eureka/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Echoes-of-Eureka-FB-1080-x-1080.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T140000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20260326T233054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T210412Z UID:23119-1777118400-1777125600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:The OACC 2026 Interactive Artist Showcase DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/oacc-showcase-26/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Interactive-Artist-Showcase-FB-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20260331T221747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T223148Z UID:23139-1777208400-1777222800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Tea & Tiles: A Sunday Social With 13 Orphans DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/tea-tiles/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Tea-Tiles-FB-1080-x-1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20260326T234447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T215414Z UID:23126-1777813200-1777820400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Strong Like Bamboo DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/strong-bamboo-26/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Strong-Like-Bamboo-FB-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20260409T230626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T185722Z UID:23171-1779026400-1779033600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Stories from the Edge of Sea: A Book Launch With Andrew Lam DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/andrew-lam/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Andrew-Lam-Book-Launch-FB-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112507 CREATED:20260413T185348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T001308Z UID:23198-1780167600-1780174800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-Filled Heritage: Celebrating the Zither—Asian American Identity and Cultural Survival DESCRIPTION:movement workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change \n \n \n \n A workshop designed for anyone who is curious\, open and willing to explore movement. This is not a technique or choreography class\, it is rooted in improvisation\, movement meditation and sharing energy with fellow movers. All ages and abilities are welcome.   Limited spots available!   This program is co-presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, ARTogether\, and World Arts West. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ISHAMI DANCE COMPANY \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ishami is an Award-nominated South Asian Contemporary dance company who combine elements of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with Western dance forms\, treading the line between traditional and modern. Ishami was founded by Amit Patel & Ishika Seth to spark conversations through art. After four sold-out shows in the Bay Area\, they toured their original production “Pehchaan\,” to New York earlier this year. Ishami’s mission is to explore\, unite and amplify the diverse voices\, stories and histories of the South Asian diaspora and dismantle social and cultural constructs. They aspire to show the beauty\, depth and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement locally and across the globe. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/asian-zither/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Asian-Zither-FB-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR