ASIAN AVENUE - PRESIDENT’S NOTE

Our Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities have so much to be proud of, especially after a month of wins, achievements, and activities in May. Most notably, Governor Polis will be signing a bill that will make Lunar New Year an observed holiday in Colorado. Thank you to the Lunar New Year Allies Advisory Group and bill sponsors Rep. Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez, Rep. Matt Soper, and Senator Julie Gonzales for making this happen! More information on page 13.

Join us in welcoming our summer intern, Albert Chang-Yoo! We are looking forward to having him support our editorial team, and assist with social media, graphic design, and our website.

During AANHPI Heritage Month, the community honored the 14th annual Asian American Hero of Colorado awardees, organized a self-defense and de-escalation skills workshop, and hosted numerous events including night markets, panel discussions and a weekend at the zoo. As we head into summer, around the corner is the 28th annual Philippine Festival on June 10-11 at the Filipino-America Community of Colorado center, followed by the 49th annual Cherry Blossom Festival on June 17-18 at Sakura Square in downtown Denver. In July, the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival will take place on July 22-23 at Sloan’s Lake Park in west Denver. These festivals highlight the very best of Colorado’s diverse and talented AANHPI communities. You don’t want to miss out!

Lastly, congratulations to Mama Shiou, owner of Twin Dragon Restaurant, for her recent retirement! After four decades of operating the restaurant, we thank her for building so many bridges in our community.

President

ANNIE GUO VANDAN

Editorial Director

MARY JENEVERRE SCHULTZ

Graphic Designer/Videographer LIJIN ZHAO

Web Designer JASON ZHANG

Staff Writer

JESSALYN LANGEVIN

Staff Writer

PATRICIA KAOWTHUMRONG on the cover Mayor Mike Coffman and the Aurora City Council present the Proclamation for AAPI Heritage Month to the Aurora Asian/Pacific Community Partnership on May 22,2023.

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7 EVENT CALENDAR

8 COMMUNITY PRODUCTION: The Oldest Boy at Miners Alley

9 COMMUNITY EXHIBIT: Lives of Japanese Americans at El Pueblo History Museum

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FEATURE: Mama Shiou, Owner of Twin Dragon Restaurant, retires

12 COVER STORY: Celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month and wins for the community

18 RESTAURANT PEEK: Seoul Korean BBQ and Hot Pot

19 RESTAURANT PEEK: Jennie Pho

20 FEATURE: Cherry Creek High School students organize TEDx event

21 SPOTLIGHT: Cynthia Chan shares about the benefits of classical feng shui

22 ON SCENE: Aurora Sister Cities International hosts annual gala

22 ON SCENE: Clayton Members Club presents a discussion by AAPI chefs

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