On September 29, 2024, the USC U.S.-China Institute hosted a workshop at the Huntington’s Chinese garden, offering K-12 educators hands-on insights into using the garden as a teaching tool. With expert presentations, a guided tour, and new resources, the event explored how Chinese gardens' rich history and cultural significance can be integrated into classrooms. Interested in learning more? Click below for details on the workshop and upcoming programs for educators.
35th Asian American International Film Festival Opening Night Gala
Asian CineVision presents the 35th Asian American International Film Festival OPENING NIGHT GALA.
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Asian CineVision presents the 35th Asian American International Film Festival.
Co-presented with Asia Society, with support from the Asian/Pacific/American Institute at NYU, the opening night gala will be held on Wednesday, July 25th.
New York Premiere of Shanghai Calling with director Daniel Hsia, producer Janet Yang, and stars Daniel Henney, Eliza Coupe, and Zhu Zhu in attendance.
Shanghai Calling is a romantic comedy about modern-day American immigrants in an unfamiliar land. When an ambitious New York attorney is sent to Shanghai on assignment, he immediately stumbles into a legal mess that could spell the end of his career. But with help from a beautiful relocation specialist, a well-connected foreign businessman, a clever but unassuming journalist, and a street-smart assistant, Sam might just save his job, discover romance, and learn to appreciate the many wonders Shanghai has to offer.
Opening Night Gala includes chef tasting tables, open bar, raffle and silent auction, and Gala gift bag.
Purchase your tickets at http://www.asiancinevision.org/aaiff-12-opening-night-presentation-shanghai-calling/
Shanghai Calling will also screen on Saturday, July 28 at 5:15PM at Clearview Chelsea.
For the full festival schedule, visit http://www.showclix.com/events/13845
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