BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Oakland Asian Cultural Center - ECPv6.16.3//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:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD 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:20260111T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T143000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20251030T163029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T052106Z UID:22603-1768136400-1768141800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:From Ally to Activated: Breaking Barriers to Community Action DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. 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:20260110T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T180000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20251212T053126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T183728Z UID:22709-1768060800-1768068000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Chinese Couplets: A Film by Felicia Lowe DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. 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:20260109T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T130000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20251216T062046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T195717Z UID:22737-1767960000-1767963600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:January Mending Circle DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/mending-jan2026/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES: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:20260703T181052 CREATED:20251107T213211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T201421Z UID:22621-1764961200-1764968400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:“The Empathizer" A Documentary About Vietnam Screening and Discussion DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. 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:20251205T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T130000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20251119T172208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T173414Z UID:22663-1764936000-1764939600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:December Mending Circle DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. 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:20251108T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T203000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20251008T150709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T011128Z UID:22466-1762628400-1762633800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Arabesque: A Middle Eastern Dance and Music Concert DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. 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:20251105T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T203000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 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:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. 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:20251004T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T163000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250807T182331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T214833Z UID:21818-1759590000-1759595400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Oakland Ilokana Film Premiere DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. 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:20250920T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T160000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 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:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. 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:20250906T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T210000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250812T221942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T184819Z UID:21840-1757187000-1757192400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Ragas in Conversation DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. 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:20250816T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T170000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250716T204802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T184440Z UID:21768-1755345600-1755363600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Hawaiian Arts and Culture Day DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. 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:20250802T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T170000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250708T090041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T231934Z UID:21700-1754146800-1754154000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Taking Root: Southeast Asian Stories of Resettlement in Philadelphia film premiere and panel DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/taking-root/ 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/2025/08/Taking-Root-WebPage-Square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250622T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250622T170000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250529T004707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T002110Z UID:21588-1750582800-1750611600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Changing Perspectives on Japanese American Incarceration - Day 2 DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/changing-perspectives-on-japanese-american-incarceration-day-2/ 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/2025/05/2-CP-Conf-NBN-Ad.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250621T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250621T170000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250529T004151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T002107Z UID:21583-1750496400-1750525200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Changing Perspectives on Japanese American Incarceration DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/changing-perspectives-on-japanese-american-incarceration/ 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/2025/05/2-CP-Conf-NBN-Ad.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T150000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250518T195746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250518T200256Z UID:21539-1749906000-1749913200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:OACC Summer Showcase! DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/summershowcase/ 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/2025/05/Summer-Showcase-Flyer-Page1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T210000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250511T031215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T215315Z UID:21473-1749324600-1749330000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:[Cancelled] Celebrate Pride with OACC! DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/celebrate-pride-with-oacc/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Pride-2025-flyer.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T140000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250529T003050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T004555Z UID:21577-1749211200-1749218400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Mending Circle DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/mending-circle/ 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/2025/05/Mending-Circle-Flyer-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250518T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250518T160000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250326T203839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T002001Z UID:21128-1747576800-1747584000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Daryo’s All-American Diner": An Anti-Asian Hate Play DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/daryos-all-american-diner/ 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/2025/03/DARYOs.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T160000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250326T194249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T194416Z UID:21124-1745762400-1745769600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Silencing the Drum: Religious Racism and Afro-Brazilian Sacred Music\," a Book Talk and Dynamic Presentation with Author Dr. Umi Vaughan. DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/silencing-the-drum-religious-racism-and-afro-brazilian-sacred-music/ 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/2025/03/Silencing-the-Drum-thumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T170000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250305T175246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T201340Z UID:21018-1745074800-1745082000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: "The Rebirth of Apsara: Beyond Genocide." A Performance by Charya Burt Cambodian Dance. DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/the-rebirth-of-apsara-beyond-genocide/ 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/2025/03/Charya_Burt_1080x1080_thumb.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T140000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250308T004351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T004716Z UID:21081-1745064000-1745071200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Visible Mending For Stains & Patches DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/visiblemending-2/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/visible-mending-flyer.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250411T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250411T213000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250306T190554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T173148Z UID:21030-1744399800-1744407000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:All Mixed Up! A Mixer Celebrating Multi-Racial Identity DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/all-mixed-up-a-mixer-celebrating-multi-racial-identity/ 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/2025/03/UPDATED-THUMBNAIL.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250322T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250322T150000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250207T212331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T195915Z UID:20948-1742648400-1742655600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Not Your China Doll: The Wild and Shimmering Life of Anna May Wong." Book Release Event with Katie Gee Salisbury DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/notyourchinadoll/ 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/2025/02/thumbnail-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T210000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20250207T210449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T183132Z UID:20947-1741374000-1741381200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/gumamela-an-intimate-preview/ 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/2025/02/thumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250112T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250112T163000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20241211T205434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T001256Z UID:20553-1736685000-1736699400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Sounds of Greater Khorasan — Afghan and Tajik Poetry and Music DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/cohh-sounds-of-greater-khorasan/ 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/2024/12/thumbnail-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241109T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241109T150000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20241104T185535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T175322Z UID:20438-1731157200-1731164400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Visible Mending For Stains & Patches DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/visiblemending/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/postponed-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241012 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241109 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20241001T225318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T001600Z UID:20042-1728691200-1731110399@oacc.cc SUMMARY:OACC Co-Presents: Kearny Street Workshop's "APAture 2024: Return" DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/apature2024/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/apature-2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kearny Street Workshop":MAILTO:info@kearnystreet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240601T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240601T160000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20240408T221152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T004707Z UID:18221-1717243200-1717257600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:AAPI Mental Health & Wellness Jam 2024 DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/aapimentalhealthjam2024/ 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/2024/03/thumbnail-4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231209T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231209T150000 DTSTAMP:20260703T181052 CREATED:20231118T093621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T204413Z UID:16612-1702126800-1702134000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Elder Voices: Chinatown Legacy Businesses Exhibition Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat\, 12 noon-5 pm FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This exhibit showcases the art\, stories\, and history of preschoolers incarcerated at Utah’s WWII Japanese American incarceration camp\, Topaz. Despite unjust imprisonment\, these toddlers experienced preschool life much like other American children\, taught by dedicated Japanese American teachers. More than 70 years later\, a collection of art created by the preschoolers resurfaced. Over 20 of the Topaz preschoolers—who are now elders in their 80s—have been interviewed and reunited with their art pieces. The exhibition was researched\, interpreted\, and designed in collaboration with current college students and an early childhood education scholar\, working alongside community members to share new perspectives and analysis.   A panel discussion was held on February 22 with speakers who discussed the preschoolers’ artwork and the project that located nearly 30 of them\, as well as background on preschool education at Topaz\, analysis of the artwork from an early childhood education research perspective\, and reflections and reactions from some of the “toddler” artists.    The exhibition and panel discussion are sponsored by The Topaz Museum\, The Takahashi Foundation\, The Anthropological Studies Center at Sonoma State University\, and The Koret Foundation. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/elder-voices-opening-reception/ 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/2023/11/roy-chan-exhibit-reception-thumbnail-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR