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Celebrate the talent, creativity & cultural diversity of Asian Pacific American communities at Garland’s Asian American Heritage Festival.
Join us on Saturday, May 16, from 5 to 10 p.m. for Garland's 4th Annual Asian American Heritage Festival in Downtown Garland!
Celebrate the rich cultures of Asian-Pacific American communities with a day full of exciting events. Enjoy cultural performances, a Colorful World Parade, a lion dance, unique craft stalls, and art displays.
Plus, don't miss out on Ube Land, a celebration of all things ube presented by Scoop N' Buns. 💜 Indulge in purple treats, Filipino flavors, and shop handcrafted goods from local vendors.
This event is free to attend.
"Light" is a one-woman play that explores the powerful bond between father and daughter through Chinese shadow puppetry and storytelling.
Light (光) | An Intimate Solo Play with Chinese Shadow Puppetry
A moving theatrical experience about family, memory, and the love that stays with us
After moving audiences in Beijing, Harbin, New York, and Austin, Light (光) comes to the Dougherty Arts Center as an intimate solo performance written, directed, and performed by Snow (Xue Zheng Hwang).
Blending deeply personal storytelling, music, and the visual poetry of traditional Chinese shadow puppetry, Light tells the story of a daughter’s journey to understand her father through memory, distance, loss, and love. It is deeply personal, yet powerfully universal.
Performed in Chinese with English subtitles, Light invites both Chinese-speaking and non-Chinese-speaking audiences into the same emotional world. You do not need to speak Chinese to feel it. The emotions are immediate, human, and unmistakable.
This is not a large commercial production. It is something rarer: a heartfelt, artist-driven piece experienced up close, where small moments carry real weight. Audiences often describe Light as tender, unexpectedly funny, and quietly devastating. Many leave thinking about their own parents, their own family, and the words they wish they had said.
If you are looking for a loud, flashy night out, this may not be that. But if you are looking for a meaningful live performance with emotional depth, beauty, and cultural richness, Light is a night worth having.
Why audiences connect with Light
A one-woman play combining contemporary theatre and Chinese shadow puppetry
Featured in the United Solo Festival in New York
A deeply human story about family, memory, grief, and healing
An intimate live performance that stays with you long after the final moment
This is a piece for anyone who has ever:
tried to understand a parent more fully
carried love through grief or distance
wanted theatre that feels intimate, honest, and real
Some audience members laugh. Some cry. Many leave thinking about their own family.
If you have ever loved a parent, missed someone deeply, or wanted theatre that feels honest and human, Light may stay with you long after the curtain falls.
Performance Details
Duration: 75 minutes, no intermission
Language: Chinese with English subtitles
Venue: Dougherty Arts Center, Austin
Ages: All ages welcome!
Come for the artistry. Leave with warmth.
FREE EVENT! Partnership between OCA-Greater Houston and Tokyo X to host the AAPI FEST at the Alief Neighborhood Center and Park.
A collaborative partnership between OCA-Greater Houston and Tokyo X to host the AAPI FEST at the Alief Neighborhood Center and Park. The festival will unite Houston's diverse Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities—including Vietnamese, Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Filipino, Korean, and many other groups by working with local community leaders.
With over 170 vendors participating, various cultures will showcase Asian pride through food, merchandise, and art. The festival's core goal is to empower local businesses and foster community unity in the heart of the multicultural Alief district.
A local history workshop methodologies used for Bluff City Chinese.
Hear from historian Emerald Dunn as she discusses discovering the history of the Memphis Chinese community and the research methodologies used for Bluff City Chinese. She will also touch briefly on the Arkansas Chinese History Project.
DATE: Thursday, April 16th
TIME: 11:00AM - 12:00PM
LOCATION: DRC (Digital Research Commons), Brown Wing, Room 266-C in the MD Anderson Library, UH campus
ABOUT THE DOCUMENTARY:
Bluff City Chinese follows two Chinese-American storytellers, filmmaker Thandi Cai and elder historian Emerald Dunn, as they uncover the untold history of Chinese immigrants in Memphis, Tennessee. Through personal journeys, community oral histories, and archival research, the film weaves a 150-year tapestry of identity, belonging, and resilience. Set against a backdrop of social and racial tensions, this intergenerational collaboration celebrates the power of storytelling to preserve heritage, bridge divides, and inspire unity for future generations.
Visitors coming from off campus are encouraged to pay for parking in either the East Garage, Elgin Street Garage OR the Stadium Garage.
1) Elgin Street Garage: 4224 Elgin Street
2) Stadium Garage: 3874 Holman Street
3) East Garage – 4233 Martin Luther King Boulevard
A screening of the documentary Bluff City Chinese, which tells the 150-year history of Chinese immigrants in Memphis, Tennessee.
On April 16th, join us for a screening of the documentary, Bluff City Chinese. Sponsored by the the UH Media and the Moving Image Initiative, the Department of Modern & Classical Languages, and UH Center for Public History.
DATE: Thursday, April 16th
TIME: 6:00PM
LOCATION: Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design (Classroom ARC 150), 4200 Elgin St, Houston, TX 77204
ABOUT THE DOCUMENTARY:
Bluff City Chinese follows two Chinese-American storytellers, filmmaker Thandi Cai and elder historian Emerald Dunn, as they uncover the untold history of Chinese immigrants in Memphis, Tennessee. Through personal journeys, community oral histories, and archival research, the film weaves a 150-year tapestry of identity, belonging, and resilience. Set against a backdrop of social and racial tensions, this intergenerational collaboration celebrates the power of storytelling to preserve heritage, bridge divides, and inspire unity for future generations.
Visitors coming from off campus are encouraged to pay for parking in either the East Garage, Elgin Street Garage OR the Stadium Garage.
PARKING VALIDATIONS AVAILABLE TO THE FIRST 15 OFF-CAMPUS GUESTS.
Please see Dr. Melody Li and event coordinators at the event for parking validations.
PARKING VALIDATION IS ***NOT*** AVAILABLE FOR ANY OTHER PARKING LOCATIONS.
1) Elgin Street Garage: 4224 Elgin Street
2) Stadium Garage: 3874 Holman Street
3) East Garage – 4233 Martin Luther King Boulevard
You're invited to a vibrant evening of traditional Chinese dance, brought to you by The Love of China School of Dance!
2026 The Love of China Dance Showcase
Celebrate the beauty and richness of Chinese culture with The Love of China Dance Showcase. Join us on April 12, 2026, at the Cedar Park High School Performing Arts Center. Doors open at 5:30pm.
The performance features a magnificent array of traditional Chinese dances performed by talented dancers of all ages. This high-spirited show lights up the stage with exquisite fashion and colorful props. Each dance is underscored by elegant traditional Chinese music.
Friends, family, and community members are warmly invited to enjoy an evening of cultural performance and artistic excellence.
Sunday, 12, 18.00 -
Sunday, 12, 21.30
Cedar Park,
TX
_$25
Join us for a fun hands-on session to master the basics of Gong Fu Cha tea brewing in person!
Tea with Skill: Learning Gong Fu Cha Hands-On Basics
Learn the basics of Gong Fu Cha, or "tea with skill". In this hands-on session, participants will learn how to use a gaiwan along with other basic equipment to brew in the traditional Chinese method, which uses a higher leaf to water ratio along with shorter steeping times. This method not only emphasizes the best brewing and taste of certain teas, but also how to thoughtfully share tea with guests. Each participant will be provided a gaiwan and basic equipment to use during the session and we will brew several teas to taste and share. Afterwards, participants may purchase equipment (gaiwans, Gong Dao Bei, etc.; discount excludes electronics) for a 10% discount.
Based in Lubbock, TX, the Asian Pacific American Law Student Association at Texas Tech University represents an important community within the law school dedicated to supporting students of Asian Pacific American descent as they pursue their legal education and professional aspirations. This student-led organization serves as a welcoming space where members can celebrate their heritage while navigating the challenges and opportunities of law school in a collaborative, inclusive environment.
The association recognizes that law students from Asian Pacific American backgrounds bring valuable perspectives and experiences to legal education and practice. By fostering connections among its members and with the broader Texas Tech community, the organization creates opportunities for cultural exchange, mutual support, and shared growth. The group is committed to building a strong sense of belonging and community for all its members throughout their time at the university.
As part of the Texas Tech law school ecosystem in Lubbock, the association works to amplify Asian Pacific American voices and experiences within legal education. Members engage in meaningful conversations about issues relevant to their communities while developing the professional networks and relationships that will sustain them throughout their legal careers. The organization also serves as a bridge between the law school and the broader Asian Pacific American community, fostering understanding and collaboration.
Through social events, professional development activities, and advocacy initiatives, the Texas Tech Asian Pacific American Law Student Association demonstrates the power of community and solidarity. The organization reflects the university's commitment to diversity and inclusion, providing a home for students who seek both academic excellence and cultural connection during their law school journey.
At Baylor University's School of Law in Waco, TX, the Asian American Law Student Association stands as a community-centered organization dedicated to supporting and empowering Asian American students pursuing legal careers. This student-led group recognizes the unique perspectives and experiences that Asian American law students bring to the legal profession and creates intentional spaces for connection and mutual support.
The organization serves the Waco community and broader legal profession by cultivating a welcoming environment where Asian American law students can thrive academically and personally. Members find solidarity in shared cultural backgrounds while building meaningful friendships and professional networks with classmates who understand their experiences navigating law school and the legal field.
By fostering dialogue about identity, representation, and inclusion within the legal profession, the Baylor Asian American Law Student Association contributes to important conversations about diversity in law. The group recognizes that Asian American voices and perspectives are essential to creating a more equitable and representative legal community.
Based at Baylor's Waco location, the association provides a home for students who seek both professional advancement and cultural connection. Through collaborative events, speaker series, and social gatherings, members develop lasting bonds with peers who share their commitment to excellence and community. The organization embodies Baylor University's values of inclusivity and academic integrity while championing the success and well-being of Asian American law students throughout their legal education and beyond.
Nestled within Southern Methodist University's distinguished Dedman School of Law in Dallas, TX, the Asian Pacific American Law Students Association represents SMU's core commitment to fostering an inclusive, diverse academic community. This student organization honors the university's century-long tradition of welcoming people of all backgrounds who aspire to change the world, providing a dedicated space where Asian Pacific American law students can thrive intellectually and personally.
SMU's Dallas location—in the heart of one of the nation's fastest-growing regions—creates unique opportunities for law students to engage with a dynamic legal landscape. The Asian Pacific American Law Students Association capitalizes on this geographic advantage, connecting members with local legal professionals, community leaders, and mentors who can guide their professional journeys. The organization embodies SMU's values of academic freedom, ethical leadership, and meaningful community engagement.
With more than 12,000 diverse students from all 50 states and over 80 countries, SMU cultivates an environment where cultural identity and professional excellence intersect. The Asian Pacific American Law Students Association contributes to this vibrant campus culture by creating spaces for authentic connection, cultural celebration, and mutual support. Members benefit from the university's small classes, meaningful research opportunities, and leadership development programs while building lasting relationships with peers who understand their unique perspectives and aspirations. This organization strengthens the fabric of SMU's law school community while preparing its members to lead with integrity and vision in Dallas and beyond.
