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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
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
Based in Houston, TX, the Asian Real Estate Association of America represents a unique nonprofit dedicated to advancing homeownership and economic opportunity for Asian American families nationwide. This professional trade organization emerged from a recognition that the Asian real estate market needed dedicated representation and advocacy from professionals who understand both the industry and the communities they serve. AREAA's mission centers on promoting sustainable homeownership by bringing together a diverse coalition of real estate agents, mortgage lenders, and housing professionals committed to serving Asian American clients with cultural competency and expertise. What distinguishes AREAA is its singular focus—as the only trade association dedicated to representing the interests of the Asian real estate market nationwide, it has carved out an essential niche in the housing industry. Members of the Houston chapter benefit from belonging to a national organization that understands the intersection of real estate business and community development. The association recognizes that housing is foundational to family stability and wealth building, particularly in communities that have historically faced barriers to homeownership. By fostering professional networks and sharing industry knowledge among members serving Houston and beyond, AREAA empowers real estate professionals to be not just business people, but community advocates and enablers of opportunity for Asian American families.
Founded on the mission to bridge East and West, the Chinese Community Center serves all Houstonians through culturally responsive educational, social service, and community enrichment programs. This multi-ethnic organization in Houston, Texas recognizes that strength lies in diversity—serving diverse cultures, diverse generations, and diverse needs within the Greater Houston area. The center celebrates and supports cultural activity in all its forms, from traditional food and rituals to heritage displays and community celebrations, believing there is much to gain through cultural exchange and understanding. Their commitment extends to child and youth development, providing quality after-school education in a Reggio Emilia-inspired environment where children learn through play and receive mentoring guidance. The organization empowers seniors through wellness programs, adult day care, and caregiver services designed to maintain and strengthen both mind and body under the guidance of friendly, knowledgeable instructors and committed volunteers. The Chinese Community Center's approach to community support is holistic, addressing barriers to opportunity through civic engagement, citizenship programs, and initiatives that help individuals and families achieve self-sufficiency. With staff capable of communicating in multiple languages and a deep understanding of the challenges facing immigrant and multi-cultural communities, the center creates welcoming spaces where people feel understood and supported. By reaching out to 20,000 community members who strive for better lives, the Chinese Community Center demonstrates its role as a vital community anchor in Houston, dedicated to enriching families and strengthening the social fabric of the region through compassionate, culturally competent service.
Since its founding in 1979, OCA-Greater Houston has been embracing the hopes and aspirations of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders throughout the region. As a chapter of the nationally-recognized OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates organization, OCA-Greater Houston connects local community members to a broader movement dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans.
At its core, OCA-Greater Houston is built on four fundamental pillars: advocating for social justice and equal opportunity, promoting civic participation and education, advancing community coalitions and cultural exchange, and fostering cultural heritage. The organization believes that the next generation of AAPI leaders must deeply understand their community's needs in order to represent them effectively at all levels of influence.
Operating as a volunteer-driven organization, OCA-Greater Houston recognizes that Asian Americans in Houston face distinct language, cultural, and economic barriers that can limit their aspirations and opportunities. The chapter takes a comprehensive, inclusive approach that specifically reaches people with limited English proficiency and low-income families who might otherwise lack access to leadership development and civic engagement opportunities. Through arts, culture, and community-centered programming, OCA-Greater Houston creates spaces where AAPI individuals can develop their voices, build meaningful connections, and claim their rightful "seat at the table" in Houston, TX's diverse civic landscape.
