BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Oakland Asian Cultural Center - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Oakland Asian Cultural Center 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: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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240929T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240929T150000 DTSTAMP:20241014T170459Z CREATED:20240823T160615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T170459Z UID:19636-1727614800-1727622000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Speed Weave Loom Mending DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/speedweaveloommending/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/ENGLISH.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241011T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241011T200000 DTSTAMP:20241014T170419Z CREATED:20240926T180105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T170419Z UID:20070-1728671400-1728676800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Background Artist: The Life and Work of Tyrus Wong." A Book Reading and Conversation with Author Karen Fang DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/backgroundartist/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/updated-flyer.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241012 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241109 DTSTAMP:20241002T001600Z CREATED:20241001T225318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T001600Z UID:20042-1728691200-1731110399@oacc.cc SUMMARY:OACC Co-Presents: Kearny Street Workshop's "APAture 2024: Return" DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20241109T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241109T150000 DTSTAMP:20241117T175322Z CREATED:20241104T185535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T175322Z UID:20438-1731157200-1731164400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Visible Mending For Stains & Patches DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241114T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T170000 DTSTAMP:20250107T184419Z CREATED:20241112T181725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T184419Z UID:20475-1731585600-1737219600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Asian American Artists from Creative Growth Exhibition DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/celebratingasianamericanartistsfromcreativegrowth/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Current Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/creative-growth-exhibit-flyer.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:20250107T001256Z 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:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250118T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T143000 DTSTAMP:20250306T184235Z CREATED:20241204T204954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T184235Z UID:20520-1737205200-1737210600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:The March Fong Eu Story: An Authorized Biography of an Unauthorized Woman. Book Talk with Author Tim Vandehey and Editor Pattie Fong. DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/themarchfongeustory/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/march-fong-eu-thumbnail-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250130T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T170000 DTSTAMP:20250904T211915Z CREATED:20250127T230357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T211915Z UID:20701-1738238400-1746118800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:From Chinatown to West Oakland: Community Portraits of Healing DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/from-chinatown-to-west-oakland-community-portraits-of-healing/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Screen-Shot-2025-03-31-at-4.01.18-PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250201T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250201T160000 DTSTAMP:20250306T184213Z CREATED:20250107T012150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T184213Z UID:20651-1738407600-1738425600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Lunar New Year x Black History Month 2025: Celebrating Asian & African-American Solidarity DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/lnybhm2025/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/LNY-x-BHM-2025-thumbnail-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250220T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250220T203000 DTSTAMP:20250306T184144Z CREATED:20250116T011202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T184144Z UID:20843-1740076200-1740083400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"The Camps America Built" - Honoring Day of Remembrance 2025 DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/campuanamericanstory/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/NEW-FLYER.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T153000 DTSTAMP:20250308T024424Z CREATED:20240822T180423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T024424Z UID:19513-1740837600-1740843000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"The Memory of Taste": Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/thememoryoftaste/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/thumbnail-NEW-DATE-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:20250210T183132Z 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:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250322T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250322T150000 DTSTAMP:20250225T195915Z 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:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250411T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250411T213000 DTSTAMP:20250408T173148Z CREATED:20250306T190554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T173148Z UID:21030-1744399800-1744407000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:All Mixed Up! A Mixer Celebrating Multi-Racial Identity DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250419T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T140000 DTSTAMP:20250308T004716Z CREATED:20250308T004351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T004716Z UID:21081-1745064000-1745071200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Visible Mending For Stains & Patches DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250419T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T170000 DTSTAMP:20250331T201340Z 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:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250427T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T160000 DTSTAMP:20250326T194416Z 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:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250516T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250809T170000 DTSTAMP:20260820T233804Z CREATED:20250409T223815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T233804Z UID:21237-1747396800-1754758800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Satr-e Rahayi: An Exhibition of Calligraphy Works by Hakim Karimzada DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/satr-e-rahayi/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Satr-e-Rahayi-Exhibition-thumbnail-2.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:20250513T002001Z CREATED:20250326T203839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T002001Z UID:21128-1747576800-1747584000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Daryo’s All-American Diner": An Anti-Asian Hate Play DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250606T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T140000 DTSTAMP:20250529T004555Z CREATED:20250529T003050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T004555Z UID:21577-1749211200-1749218400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Mending Circle DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250607T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T210000 DTSTAMP:20250527T215315Z CREATED:20250511T031215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T215315Z UID:21473-1749324600-1749330000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:[Cancelled] Celebrate Pride with OACC! DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250614T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T150000 DTSTAMP:20250518T200256Z CREATED:20250518T195746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250518T200256Z UID:21539-1749906000-1749913200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:OACC Summer Showcase! DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250621T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250621T170000 DTSTAMP:20250530T002107Z CREATED:20250529T004151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T002107Z UID:21583-1750496400-1750525200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Changing Perspectives on Japanese American Incarceration DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250622T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250622T170000 DTSTAMP:20250530T002110Z CREATED:20250529T004707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T002110Z UID:21588-1750582800-1750611600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Changing Perspectives on Japanese American Incarceration - Day 2 DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250802T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T170000 DTSTAMP:20250715T231934Z 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:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250814T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T120000 DTSTAMP:20260820T233642Z CREATED:20250724T221909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T233642Z UID:21799-1755172800-1761998400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:She Isn't A Metaphor: An Exhibition of Mixed Media by Nimisha Doongarwal DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/she-isnt-a-metaphor/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/She-Isnt-a-Metaphor-1080-x-1080-px.jpg 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:20250721T184440Z CREATED:20250716T204802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T184440Z UID:21768-1755345600-1755363600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Hawaiian Arts and Culture Day DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250822T184819Z CREATED:20250812T221942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T184819Z UID:21840-1757187000-1757192400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Ragas in Conversation DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250916T200256Z 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:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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:20250820T214833Z CREATED:20250807T182331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T214833Z UID:21818-1759590000-1759595400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Oakland Ilokana Film Premiere DESCRIPTION:“ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066” Day of Remembrance Film Screening & Discussion \n \n \n \n In honor of Day of Remembrance\, join us on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024 for a screening of ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 followed by a discussion of the film with film director Jon Osaki and film producer Lauren Kawana.     Day of Remembrance\, on February 19th\, marks the day in 1942 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066\, giving the U.S. Army the authority to forcibly remove and incarcerate Americans of Japanese ancestry residing on the West Coast during WWII. Every February\, the Japanese American community commemorates Executive Order 9066 as a reminder of the impact the incarceration experience has had on their families\, community\, and our country. It is an opportunity to educate others on the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis\, and the importance of remaining vigilant in protecting the rights and freedoms of all.    \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The film sheds light on the people and politics that influenced the signing of the infamous Executive Order 9066\, which authorized the mass incarceration of nearly 120\,000 Japanese Americans\, and chronicles one of the most dark\, twisted\, and nefarious cover-ups in American history.  \n \nIn today’s climate of fear and “fake news”\, the story of the unjust World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans is a cautionary tale about this country’s democracy and the fragile balance of power within our government. While the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans has been acknowledged as a “mistake\,” ALTERNATIVE FACTS challenges the historical narrative and promotes healthy dialogue about race\, religion\, and the importance of speaking out when our democracy falters.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Director \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Osaki is a native San Franciscan and has served as the Executive Director of the Japanese Community Youth Council since 1996. During Jon’s tenure as Executive Director\, JCYC has grown to become one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development organizations\, annually serving over 6\,000 children and youth from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Under Jon’s leadership\, JCYC’s programs have received national recognition for achieving outstanding outcomes for young people and the organization is frequently called upon by the City of San Francisco to implement new initiatives for children and youth.    Jon is also an award-winning filmmaker who has directed and produced promotional\, educational\, narrative\, and documentary films.  Over the past few years\, he has had films screened at film festivals and community events across the country. As a filmmaker\, Jon views this genre as the next step in his lifelong pursuit of social justice and equity. Currently Jon’s first feature documentary\, ALTERNATIVE FACTS: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is broadcasting nationwide on PBS stations. In addition\, he has recently received the “Activism in Film Award” by the DisOrient Asian American Film Festival of Oregon\, “Outstanding Achievement Humanitarian Award” by the Best Short Film Competition\, and the “Health Equity Community Award” by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Film Producer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born and raised in Hawai’i\, Lauren Kawana currently works in the San Francisco Bay Area as an independent documentary director\, producer\, camera operator and editor. She has worked on doc shorts\, series\, and feature films such as Try Harder! directed by Debbie Lum; FREE: The Power of Performance directed by Suzanne LaFetra and David Collier\, and Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw directed by Rick Goldsmith. 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