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29 Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival

WELCOME May 10, 2008 Dear Friends, Today is a glorious day !! On behalf of my Executive Board, I present to you the 29th Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival. My team and I had worked hard to bring together a splendid line-up of Asian, Asian American and Pan-Asian artists for your hearing and viewing pleasure. In addition, we have an extraordinary selection of Asian delicacies to satisfy your epicurean delights. Moreover, when you get a chance to tear yourself away from the astonishing display of Asian Pacific American culture and art, look around and notice the Heritage Festival banners hanging proudly around Dag Hammarskjold Plaza. This year’s banners are specially colorful and vibrant which is very much like the rich and diverse cultural splendor on display today. In it’s 29th year, the Coalition of Asian Pacific Americans is delighted to start exciting new elements to the Heritage Festival – the 1st Annual CAPA Commercial Clip Competition with the theme “my CAPA Festival Experience”, a special exhibition open to festival goers at the Japan Society and spiritual cleansing & blessing at the gazebo organized by the Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple. I hope you enjoy these new additions to the Heritage Festival. I’d like to make special mention the presence of Ms. Raj Kwatra who is in her eighties and had been a festival attendee for the past decade. In her frail physical condition, she had made several phone calls to the CAPA office to confirm the date and location of the Heritage Festival. Her determination for not missing today’s festival had inspired me to make sure that her festival experience is the best ever to date. At this point, I’d like to thank the Asian Pacific American community for their unwavering support of the Heritage Festival. Without this support, the Heritage Festival would not have been possible. Moreover, I’d like to thank Julie Azuma for her kindness, generosity and wisdom for guiding this year’s Executive Board. I’d like to thank our sponsors who through this challenging time had continued to support the Heritage Festival – Con Edison, Citi Foundation, Different Roads to Learning, Imaginasian TV, Sino Television, Buddha’s Light International Association, Chinese Radio Inc., Chung Wah Chinese Broadcasting Co. and Feng Shui Marketing. Thanks so much for celebrating with us today !! Cheers,

Bibs Tehe President, Coalition of Asian Pacific Americans

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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AND STAFF 2006 - 2008 OFFICERS

FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS

PRESIDENT - Bibs Teh VICE PRESIDENT - Arlene Alegre TREASURER - Stephen Chen SECRETARY - Wendy Yu

Special Thanks to the Citigroup, Goldman Sachs, Asian American Volunteer Meetup Group, Asian American Arts Alliance and Townsend HS Key Club volunteers for their continued support.

SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDMENTS

COMMITTEE CHAIRPEOPLE

Adam Chan, Arlene Alegre, Chhavi Kashyap, Chris Chin, Chris Loh, Christopher Teh, Mr. & Mrs. Claro Teh Cho Tek, Connie Wang, Diana Chang, Edwin Wong, Florence Teh, Ginny Myung, Joan Whitney Wong, Joanna Louie, Julie Azuma, Kelly Fung, Kelly Kuwabara, Linda Park, May Le, Nancy Bulalacao, Ning Zhang, Noel Collo, Rainbow Yuen, Ramon Gil, Rory McEnvoy, Sherry Ha, Stephen Chen, Susan Onuma, Tamio Spiegel, Tricia Vanderbeck, Wei Dou, Wendy Yu and Yoko Suzuki.

Booths - Chuck Lee Children's Fair - Noel Collo Community Relations - Chinese - Judy Lee Community Relations - Chinese - Edwin Wong Community Relations - Korean - Linda Park Community Relations - Korean - Joe Shon Community Relations - South Asian - Chhavi Kashyap Community Relations - South Asian - Parag Patwardhan Corporate Relations - Edward Leung Events - Joan Whitney Wong Martial Arts - Kelly Fung Performance Stage & Talent - Christopher Chin Public Relations - Rainbow Yuen Site - Ginny Myung Talk Tuesday - Adam Chan Technology - Wei Dou

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS Alan Okada, Citi Foundation Elsa Rodriguez, Imaginasian TV Fred Teng, Sino Television Helen and Ven. Miao Yu, BLIA Julie Azuma, Different Roads to Learning Michael Lin, Feng Shui Marketing Philip Yueng, Feng Shui Marketing Walter Shay, Con Edison Yoko Suzuki, Japan Society

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS Jason Chin Jorge Chang Julie Azuma Ning Zhang Phil Tajitsu Nash Ramon Gil

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FESTIVAL EMCEES ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN ROLE MODELS TI â&#x20AC;&#x201C;HUA CHANG, Unit 9 Reporter Award-winning journalist Ti-Hua Chang joined WWOR/My9 in 2008 as a general assignment and investigative reporter. Chang joins My9 from WCBS-TV where he served in the same capacity. Previously, he was a reporter with WNBC. On 9/11, he was the first reporter to inform the public on the number of causalities that day quoting Mayor Giuliani and city officials. Chang joined WNBC from WNYC-TV, where he was host of his own talk show, New York Hotline. Prior to that, he was an investigative producer at ABC News. Chang is the recipient of numerous awards. In 1996, he won the prestigious Peabody Award for a series of reports he filed on accused drug-dealing murderers. In 2004, he won a New York Press Club award for his reports on a shooting at City Hall. He received an Edward R. Murrow Award in 2005 for a piece exposing police officers using a helicopter and high tech infra-red equipment to spy on private citizens. Chang has also won four Emmys; the Philadelphia, Denver and Detroit Press Association awards; and, the Associated Press and United Press International awards. Very active in Asian-American community affairs, Chang was both a national and local New York Board member of the Asian-American Journalists Association. Chang also has been published in a number of magazines, including the Sunday New York Times and The Detroit News. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism, Chang was named by Columbia in 2004 as one of 10 most influential Columbia alumni in New York City, where he resides with his family.

NINA PINEDA, Eyewitness News Team Reporter Nina Pineda joined the Eyewitness News Team in October of 2000. Prior to making the move the "Big Apple" Nina worked in her hometown of Pittsburgh, "The Steel City" for the ABC affiliate WTAE-TV. Nina's first job in the news business was a position as the AFTRA (American Federation of Television and Radio Artists) reporter-trainee for WTTG-TV; the Fox affiliate in Washington, D.C. Before becoming a journalist, Nina's work included lobbying on Capital Hill for Governor Mario Cuomo's Washington Office and a position with the Presidential Inaugural Committee handling celebrity relations for former President Bill Clinton. Most recently, Nina helped the Eyewitness News Team cover the tragedy of the attack on America, September 11, 2001. "Three days before the attack I was covering the MTV Music Awards live from Lincoln Center, our anchors Bill Ritter and Diana Williams were joking with me on air about how terribly young the awardees were. 72 hours later, it was amazing how trivial that report seemed. Everyone's world turned upside down, and as journalists we were trying to get as close to the towers as possible that Tuesday morning. Many of us wound up running for our lives." For Nina, reporting on the tragedy live from Lower Manhattan and her subsequent reports from the family centers and hospitals has changed her entire outlook on the profession of journalism. "This is a time where a new generation of reporters has a chance to renew the public's view of the media. Never before has it been more important to provide our viewers with substantial information, unbiased accounts of the events which affect our world, and most of all, deliver reports with sensitivity and genuine caring for victims, no matter what the story is." "It's a privilege to cover the news in an area with the diversity of the metro area," Nina says. "Our viewers are the most savvy in the world. They count on us to give them 100% fair and balanced reporting, plus make our stories interesting to watch. It's a challenge I strive to deliver on every day." Nina is a summa cum laude graduate of Syracuse University with a BA in political science. Nina currently lives in Manhattan. Her interests are scuba diving, biking, politics and adventure travel.

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MICHELLE YU, NY1 News Sports Reporter Michelle Yu is currently a sports reporter for NY1 News. She joined the NY1 team in February of 2005. Prior to NY1, she also worked at College Sports Television and Sports Illustrated For Kids magazine. A native New Yorker, she graduated from Manhattan College. She is also an author and co-wrote her first novel called "China Dolls" which was released in paperback this February.

MINYA OH, Hot 97 News Director Whether on radio, on television, or in magazine, Miss Info is making a blend of wit, news, and good ol' gossip her multi-media trademark. Originally hailing from Chicago, Miss Info aka Minya Oh, began a career in hip hop journalism after graduating from Columbia University in New York City. Since then, she’s contributed to magazines such as Vibe, XXL, and Rolling Stone, as well as TV outlets such as MTV News and VH1’s “Fabulous Life” series. Miss Info joined New York's Official #1 For Hip Hop and R&B, HOT 97 a few years ago, and now millions of listeners rely on her hourly news features and her nightly “Miss Info Celebrity Drama Reports” on the top-rated FunkMaster Flex show. Her no-holds barred perspective is so influential Miss Info is now featured on the BBC Radio One network’s top rated Tim Westwood show, and her blog, www.missinfo.tv was recently named by Entertainment Weekly as one of the top 100 music blogs on the internet. In addition to Miss Info’s position as Hot97’s first ever News Director, her newsbreaking blog, and regular TV appearances on VH1 and BET, the Korean-American journalist balances her career with a mission to promote her culture. Miss Info speaks regularly to Asian student unions and recently hosted events for Korean pop stars, JYP and Se7en. She welcomes young AsianAmericans with media aspirations to contact her at missinfo@missinfo.tv

ELIOT CHANG, Comedian Eliot Chang is not what you expect. His stand up comedy is honest, never predictable, and doesn't rely on stereotypes. He electrifies the stage with confidence and blows away your expectations with smart funny comedy. TV appearances include: Comedy Central's "Premium Blend," NBC's "Law & Order: SVU," and Spike TV's "Crash Test." For more info, go to www.ECHANG.com.

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STAGE PERFORMANCES CULTURAL EXPRESSION THROUGH DANCE AND MUSIC SOH DAIKO, 12:15 – 12:35PM Soh Daiko was formed in 1979 at the New York Buddhist Church as the first taiko group on the east coast, taking as its name the ancient, pre-Buddhist characters meaning “peaceful, harmonious drums.” The name reflects the spirit of dedication and cooperation which enabled the group to flourish from its beginnings. Soh Daiko has received critical acclaim from The New York Times, the San Francisco Chronicle, and Dance Magazine, and has been featured on Public Television’s Sesame Street and Reading Rainbow, and National Public Radio’s All Things Considered. Website: http://www.sohdaiko.org

HIDDEN GEMS, 12:45 – 1:05PM Hidden Gems is a group of track singers who primarily perform to raise funds for a good cause. The first show by Hidden Gems in Feb. 2005 was to raise funds to help the victims of Tsunami. Since then, the group has gone on to support several other worthwhile causes such as the Tsunami Fund-raiser in Oct. 2005, Surbahaar for Asha for Education in April 2006 and Melody Yaatra for the South Brunswick Public Library in Nov. 2006. Most recently, the group did a fund-raiser for CRY, titled "MusiKal Aaj Aur th Kal", a journey through 50 years of Hindi film songs. Performing at the 29 Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival are Rajesh Kulkarni, Partha Mallikarjun and Sesh Subramaniam (Ramana). Website: http://www.hiddengems.com

DVL DANCE VIETNAM, 1:15 – 1:35PM Founded in March 2007, DVL Dance Vietnam is an organization dedicated to advancing cultural exchange and mutual understanding through the art of dance. The dancers of DVL Dance Vietnam demonstrate the beauty of Vietnamese folk dances and cultural expression. Since its inception, DVL Dance Vietnam has been invited to perform at many cultural festivals and continues to be well received within the New York City community. DVL Dance Vietnam’s mission is to empower young people and aims to promote the Vietnamese culture. DVL Dance Vietnam enables novice dancers with performance experience in a nurturing environment, while exposing Vietnamese dance to audiences worldwide. Website: http://www.dvldance.com

MISNOMER(S), 1:45 – 2:05PM The music of MISNOMER(S) is about what lies within the parentheses: sisters. They are two unique sisters serving two unique purposes with one unique goal in mind - to make the kind of music they want to listen to, and agree upon. With KNEWDLES on the mic and SOS on the violin, MISNOMER(S) pushes the boundaries of hip hop with their "modern day marvelous sound". Together, Misnomer(S) is steadily building a diverse and devoted fanbase that crosses race, class, and age groups, having won over numerous audiences ranging from the curious to the hostile to the indifferent. Since their group formation two years ago, Knewdles and Sos have performed over forty live shows from Philly to NYC, made national television and radio appearances, and recorded their self-produced debut album. The sisters commit themselves to building their unique sound and vision, and sharing their hip hop and themselves with those who are open to good music. Look out for the debut Misnomer(S) full-length album, Just What The World Needs, dropping in ’08. Website: http://www.myspace.com/hiphopmisnomers

YOSAKOI DANCE PROJECT, 2:15 – 2:35PM Since its establishment in 2004, Yosakoi Dance Project has been pursuing to create performances based on a unique dance style called "Yosakoi." The company defines the performances as mixture of Japanese and other diverse cultures. The presence of both past and the present always exists in the performance. Hence, the performance is traditional and breathtaking, while being contemporary and profound. "Yosakoi" is a unique group dance style originated in a southern island in Japan, and spread throughout Presented by the Coalition of Asian Pacific Americans http://www.capaonline.org 5

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HSU-NAMI, 2:45 – 3:05PM With its hypnotic Er-hu, wailing guitars and tight breakdowns, The Hsu-nami represents one of the finest attempts at fusing traditional Asian sounds with modern rock forms. The Hsu-nami is a Progressive rock instrumental band from New Jersey. Their music features a rare contribution fusion of different genres, incorporating the use of an amplified Erhu takes the place of lead vocals. A two-string bowed instrument that is often used in Chinese classical music and folk ensembles. The band: Jack Hsu - Erhu (Chinese Fiddle), Brent Bergholm – Lead Guitar, Tony Aichele – Guitar, Derril Sellers – Bass and John Manna – Drums. Website: http://www.hsu-nami.com

MAKALINA presents LEI PASIFIKA, 3:15 – 3:35PM Born and raised in and around the Pacific Islands, Makalina has lived in the Marianas, Caroline and Hawaiian islands most of her life. A graduate of Fordham University with a B.A. in Theatre and Drama, she has studied ballet, jazz, modern and tap in New York City. Today she presents, Lei Pasifika, a company of Polynesian dancers. With her associate Tamara Hernandez, who is the company’s choreographer for today’s performance, they have brought this highly technical group to level not seen in New York. Website: http://www.makalina.com

TAIYO NA, 3:35 – 4:05PM Born and raised in New York City, Taiyo Na is a 25-year old renaissance man of word, sound and action. Selected as one of the "25 Best Emerging Artists Under the Age of 25" by New World Theater's Intersection Conference, he has shared his work nationwide at venues such as Lincoln Center, The Public Theater, Knitting Factory and many more. Hailed as a record with "emotion, substance and fearless humility," his debut album Love Is Growth (March 2008, Issilah Productions) is a blend of gritty N.Y. hip-hop and classic American soul. Website: http://www.TaiyoNa.com

CARON EULE DANCE, 4:15 – 4:40PM C. Eule Dance is a New York City-based modern dance company under the direction of choreographer Caron Eule. Ms. Eule’s movement fuses classical modern dance, ballet, gymnastics, and traditional dances from around the globe. "The Crane Wife," C. Eule Dance's newest work based on a Japanese fable, will be performed in C. Eule Dance's upcoming Season at The University Settlement on May 30, 31, 2008. The diversity of style, media and themes combined with the artistic excellence of performers and interdisciplinary collaborating artists makes C. Eule Dance performances compelling, proving to be enjoyed by dance connoisseurs and novices alike. Website: http://www.ceuledance.org

BOLLYWOOD AXION, 4:45 – 5:05PM Fusing contemporary western influences, classical Indian dance techniques, the contagious energy of Punjabi bhangra, and the passionate spirit of hindi cinema, Bollywood Axion is a pioneer in the indowestern dance world, garnering much television and media attention. Bollywood Axion has given stellar performances at numerous events including the North American premiere gala of "Bride & Prejudice", the AIA annual Diwali Mela in NYC, private events for high-end lifestyle magazine "W", the Brooklyn Museum of Arts, Queens Museum of Arts and more. Among many other events, the Bollywood Axion DanceCompany has appeared in major Hollywood and Bollywood films. Website: http://www.bollywoodaxion.com

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1st Annual CAPA Commercial Clip Competition and the launch of Aspire Asian Film Circle at the Heritage Festival will be kicked-off by Ms. Pooja Kumar and Mr. Jackson Loo

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The competition is an opportunity for aspiring filmmakers and festival participants to display their creativity and skills by producing a short clip, 60 seconds or less, with the theme, “my CAPA Festival experience.” This can include but is not limited to creating a short commercial clip of one’s participating festival organization, one’s festival experience, or the impact CAPA has had on your life or that of a family member, friend or colleague. This is an excellent opportunity for participating festival organizations to create a commercial about their organization to increase awareness. Everyone is encouraged to participate with your video, digital and even cell phone cameras. The competition grand prize winner will receive $200, free booth space at next year’s festival, product sponsor prizes, and screenings at partner and sponsor events. Runner up winner will receive $100, free booth space at next year’s festival and product sponsor prizes. A “Fan Favorite” prize winner will receive $100 and free booth space at next year’s festival. Booth space prizes are transferable. Grand prize and runner up prize winners will be judged by a panel from the Asian American Film Lab, Aspire Asian Film Circle, the Coalition of Asian Pacific Americans, independent filmmakers and industry enthusiasts. All entrants must post their entries online (site to be announced). The “Fan Favorite” will be decided by votes cast by visitors to the site. All submissions must be posted online on or before midnight EST on Monday, June 2nd, 2008. Official rules and submission guidelines can be found at www.capaonline.org/aafilmcircle.htm The competition is sponsored by the Coalition of Asian Pacific Americans, Aspire Asian Film Circle and select product sponsors, in association with Bennett Media Studios and with the support of the Asian American Film Lab. For more information contact Edwin Wong at ewong@capaonline.org

Aspire Asian Film Circle Aspire Asian Film Circle is a for profit philanthropic, fourth sector organization focused on supporting independent film. (Fourth sector companies are organizations driven by both a social purpose and financial promise.) The Film Circle provides a forum for investors seeking an alternative investment vehicle the opportunity to meet filmmakers, directors, producers, and entertainment industry executives. The Film Circle will sponsor film competitions and produce fundraising events. Events will be produced in association with Bennett Media Studios. For more info on the Film Circle, please email Ed Wong at ed@aafilmcircle.com. th

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MARTIAL ARTS DEMONSTRATION A LONG TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE

Amerikick Karate Studios (1:00PM) Developed in the 1950's, the Amerikick System is based on the combination of the Chinese and Japanese Arts. Our martial arts training has been updated for the self-defense of American's today. AmeriKick's unique blend of Kenpo techniques, Tae Kwon Do's kicks, Jiu-Jit-Su's joint locks and take-downs, along with the modern philosophies, theories, and styles, makes The Amerikick System the most practical self-defense program available today. For more info go to http://www.amerikick.com.

City WingTsun (1:30PM) Unique, functional and intelligent â&#x20AC;&#x201C; WingTsun is the art of self-defense. WingTsun (pronounced wing chun) is a martial art that emphasizes practical fighting techniques rather than flashy or sport-oriented movements. Classes are taught in a safe and friendly training environment and open to all adults regardless of experience. Head instructor Sifu Alex Richter is a private student of both Grandmaster Leung Ting and Sifu Carson Lau of Hong Kong. Bring this ad for 30 Days FREE & intensive WingTsun training at either our Midtown or Chinatown locations. Call (212) 354-9188 for details or visit http://www.citywt.com or email info@citywt.com.

Byakokan Dojo (2:00PM) Battojutsu is a form of Japanese swordsmanship. It's main characteristic is that it utilizes the idea of drawing and cutting in one motion although this idea is very interchangeable to iaido or iai jutsu. One key difference however is the emphasis on tameshigiri or test cutting in battojutsu. Toyama Ryu Battojutsu is an art that was formulated for the use by the Japanese military. The origin of the techniques come from the Omori set of Eishin Ryu and was formulated by the sword saint of that period, Nakayama Hakudo. Made for applicable battlefield use, the techniques of Toyama Ryu are done standing compared to that of many iaido schools which are mainly from a seated posture. Our dojo is affiliated with the US Battodo Federation and All Japan Toyama Ryu Federation. For more information please visit our website at http://www.newyorkbattodo.com.

PIMA Academy (2:30PM) Eskrima is a Filipino Martial Art known for lighting fast movements utilizing weapons as well as empty hand trapping and striking techniques, including takedowns and locks. The Doce Pares organization was established 1932 in Cebu City, Philippines by several well known Eskrima masters. Their various styles of Eskrima were gradually incorporated into one training method which we presently know as the Doce Pares "Multi-Style" System of Eskrima. The Philippine Integrated Martial Arts (PIMA) Academy was created by Grandmaster Arnulfo Cuesta to promote and preserve the indigenous martial art of the Philippines while catering to each student's personal goals, fitness level, and experience. For more information, write to 779 Bergen Avenue (Room 111) Jersey City, NJ 07306 or call 201-432-6441 or visit http://www.doceparesusa.com.

Wu Mei Kung Fu Association (3:00PM) Wu Mei Pai is a classical Chinese martial art. Founded by Wu Mei, the daughter of a Ming Imperial general, it was subsequently developed and preserved at the southern Shaolin temple. Wu Mei Pai is unusually comprehensive: long and short in range, hard and soft in expression, and utilizing internal and external forces; it is at once a powerful system of self-defence, a complex health and longevity practice, and a profound spiritual discipline. Seventh generation grandmaster Sifu Ken Lo teaches and oversees all classes at the Headquarters school. The class atmosphere is supportive, non-threatening, non-violent, and non-competitive. Students are taught individually in a group setting and will develop strength, power, flexibility, endurance, and skill. Sifu Ken Lo also offers additional services related to Chinese culture including lion dance performances, destiny readings, Feng Shui, Cha Do tea ceremony, arranging Chinese cultural performances, and consulting in traditional Chinese cultural arts. Call the school at (917) 885-8598 during business hours or visit http://www.wumei.com for more information.

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FOLK ARTS THE RICHNESS OF OUR CULTURAL HERITAGE Presented by the Asian American Arts Centre

Asian American Arts Centre Asian American Arts Centre brings cultural events in the visual, and traditional arts to general and diverse audiences and their communities. Founded in 1974, the Arts Centre presents the arts in the context of community and their innovative artistic and spiritual relationship. This perspective has brought emphasis to the educational presentations for schools and group tours of exhibitions that are offered. The Asian American Contemporary Artists Slide Archive, a research archive from 1945 to the present, currently being digitized, documents this presence. For info on classes or other info. go to http://www.Artspiral.org. AAAC is located at 26 Bowery, 3rd floor above McDonalds, NYC 10013, (212) 233-2154. Gallery hrs. are M-F 12:30 – 6:30pm DUONG TRUNG, Fortune Teller Duong Trung learned his trade from the elders of his family in Vietnam. He practices not only fortune telling but also the art of Feng Shui. Because of the occult nature of fortune telling, it is not a traditional practice to disclose the story of his personal and artistic development to the public. This practice, dating back to ancient times, is based on the five elements of metal, wood, water, fire and earth, as well as the eight trigrams of the Book of Change. The art of fortune telling is a metaphysical art with mythical and magical character. Its methods are seldom discussed openly. To practitioners, this is a "heaven’s secret" and its ways must not be disclosed. The tradition is disclosed strictly to disciples who are selected carefully based on their innate understanding into the nature of things.

KUNG SHI, Calligrapher Kung Shi first began studying painting with Sun Man Bein, a master painter in Guangzhou, at the age of fifteen towards the end of the Cultural Revolution. Shi’s older brother was an art student and a friend of Sun Man Bein when he introduced him. Shi brought his paintings to Sun’s home where Sun would critique his work and demonstrate brush strokes for Shi to go home and emulate. Sun Man Bein was able to show his young student works of other painters and calligraphers from his collection of books and encouraged him to study more such art albums. Kung Shi continued as his student for more than eight years, before he emigrated to New York City in 1979. His style of painting is based on a style from Shanghai, emphasizing brushwork, quite distinct from the Lingnan style prevalent in Guangzhou at the time that was concerned with subject matter and the question of light coming from the West through Japan. He continues to study calligraphy and teach his students with the same kind of individual attention he received from his master.

KAVITA VYAS, Mehandi artist Mehandi, the art of painting designs on the skin of hands and feet, began over 100 years ago in India by the Muslims, mostly in Pakistan. It is also widely done by Arab peoples. This art form came about as a result of women whose hands are the only parts of their bodies visible. Kavita Vyas learned Mehandi from the master Mrs. Saroj Oza, who created the cone method. She taught Mehandi in India before coming to New York in 1996 for treatment of her polio condition. Kavita and her Mehandi art were covered on the 10 O’clock News on Channel 11 in 1996. Kavita also does fabric painting, clay pot painting and cosmetics for brides.

YE XUN, Dough figurine master artist Dough modeling is a traditional Chinese handicraft that has continued to develop for over 700 years. Mr. Ye Xun, born in Zhejiang, has combined the qualities of both his master teachers, the poetic sensibility of Master Zhao Kou Ming with the realistic representation of color and manner of Master Lang Shao An (his grandfather). His figures appear life-like with a sense of vitality in the scenes and characters of his work. His work include the famous mythological characters such as the Monkey King from "Journey to the West", the Eight Immortals and the Goddess of Mercy. He has also won numerous awards for his designs including First Place in the Zhejiang Provincial Competition for Best Design.

Jampa Youden, TIBETAN JEWELRY DESIGNER AND FOLK SINGER Jampa Youden grew up in one of the many nomadic communities in Tibet, where the land is vast (larger than Texas and California together), streams are crystal clear, where there are herds of sheep, birds, meadows of fragrant flowers and medicinal plants, surrounded by snow capped mountains. He learned to sing from his grandfather. The songs are of nomadic life since 70% of the Tibetan population is nomadic. From a family of singers, he and his brothers are often invited to sing at special occasions, weddings and parties. At age thirty he escaped with family members to Nepal before coming to the United States.. He thinks singing is like medicine. He says, "It is free to be happy." He tells of the Tibetan proverb, "When you are happy, you enjoy wine. When you are sad, you must tame your mind." He has also taught himself jewelry design. Taking his cue from traditional works he has brought this kind of design back in new materials, sizes and forms, sometimes using beads from Arizona.

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CHILDREN’S FAIR PROGRAM THIS PROGRAM IS MADE POSSIBLE BY GOLDMAN, SACHS & CO. WITH THE COOPERATION OF THE COALITION FOR ASIAN AMERICAN CHILDREN AND FAMILIES CACF’s Action Council teams up once again with volunteers from Goldman Sachs in presenting this year’s Children’s Fair for CAPA’s Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival. As part of this ‘Passport through Asia’, you will get the opportunity to design and create many arts and crafts from regions around Asia. Some of our ideas are cultural icons that you probably would recognize quickly. We’ve brought back huge favorites and have included new ones as well. And if that isn’t enough, get your face-painted and say hello to our clowns. Enjoy! [Japan

- Fish Kites]

In Japan, kids enjoy a special celebration each year on May 5th. It's called Children's Day. During the day, children fly kites, wear traditional clothing including a kimono, and eat tasty rice cakes wrapped in bamboo leaves. Families hang colorful kites and streamers from bamboo poles outside their homes. Run with the wind and see them take off.

[Thailand – Elephant Trekking] Elephants have been revered in Thailand for many centuries. Famous as the strongest beasts of burden, in Thailand they were important in battle with kings mounted on Elephants and have been noted for their intelligence, memory and pleasant nature. The massive body symbolizes strength and peace. Come design your very own elephant in your choice of one of many scenic habitats.

[Korea – Doll Making] These dolls showcase different traditional costumes- the most striking is without a doubt the hanbok, worn by Koreans of all ages, particularly on traditional holidays and when attending social affairs with a traditional Korean theme. The hanbok is characterized by its simple lines and the fact that it has no pockets. With its roots stretching back many centuries, it will continue to grace the streets of Korea for many years to come.

[Philippines – The Jeepney: King of the Road] What do you do when you can’t find a taxi nor bus? A symbol of Filipino ingenuity, creativity, festivity… step onto any Manila street and you immediately witness the effects of the reign of this ‘King of the Road.’ While adorned with many colors and designs these steel works of art can carry 6 – 18 people and provide shade to all its guests. Join us as we create miniature models.

[China – Dragon Streamers] Usually depicted as a long, snake-like creature with numerous claws, the Chinese dragon has long been a potent symbol of auspicious power in Chinese folklore and art. This activity incorporates the design of a dragon head similar to that seen in a traditional Dragon dance- spawned from great respect for this creature. This important icon of Chinese culture and tradition has spread throughout the world. It symbolizes the bringing of good luck and prosperity in the year to come for all the human beings on earth. In this activity, we will design color-streamer dragon heads.

[Pakistan – Carpet Gallery] The town of Lahore, also known as the Heart of Pakistan and it’s second largest city is known for their famous carpet-makers using popular motifs such as medallions, paisleys, traceries, and geometric designs. Beautiful hand-knotted carpets are tremendous export of this South Asia country. In this activity, join us as we design our own rugs.

[Nepal – Butterfly Zone] Although it is a tiny country resting on the border between China and India, its environment is very unique. While serving as home to several hundred species of orchids, did you know that the beautiful country of Nepal is the home to over 500 species of butterflies? Show off your creativity and design your very own.

[Hawai'i - Lei Making] The lei custom was introduced to the Hawaiian Islands by early Polynesian voyagers, who took an incredible journey from Tahiti, navigating by the stars in sailing canoes. With these early settlers, the lei tradition in Hawaii was born. Leis were constructed of flowers, leaves, shells, seeds, nuts, feathers, and even bone and teeth of various animals.

The Action Council of the Coalition of Asian American Children & Families' continuing mission is to support and represent the work of CACF through fundraising and outreach, and to act as bridge builders in raising awareness of CACF's activities and goals. www.cacf.org

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PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS THIS REPRESENTS THE HEART AND SOUL OF THE HERITAGE FESTIVAL Also-Known-As, Inc. At the heart of Also-Known-As, Inc. are adult adoptees and friends who create innovative post-adoption services, educational programs, and community building activities, serving those on their adoption life journey. Our mission is to empower the voice of adult international adoptees, provide resources for bridging cultural gaps and transform conversations about race. Run by an entirely volunteer board of directors, our programming includes: Youth and Teen Mentorship Programs, Adoption Forums, Adoptive Parent Forums, Speakers Bureau, Social Events, and Special Events. Also-Known-As, Inc. is a member of the International Korean Adoptee Associations (IKAA) Network, a consortium of 10 organizations from around the world. For more information, visit http://www.alsoknownas.org.

American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the ACS has state divisions and more than 3,400 local offices. For more information, visit http://cancer.org.

Asia Society is the leading global organization working to strengthen relationships and promote understanding among the people, leaders, and institutions of Asia and the United States. We seek to enhance dialogue, encourage creative expression, and generate new ideas across the fields of policy, business, education, arts, and culture. For more information, visit http://www.AsiaSociety.org. Asian & Pacific Islander Coalition on HIV/AIDS (APICHA) is a non-profit organization providing HIV/AIDS related services, education, and research to Asian and Pacific Islander Communities in NYC. APICHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is to combat HIV/AIDS stigma and related discrimination, to prevent the spread of the HIV/AIDS pandemic in the Asian and Pacific Islander (A&PI) communities, and to provide care and treatment for A&PIs living with HIV/AIDS and their families. APICHA offers free rapid HIV testing, STD screening, HIV prevention counseling and education for API young people, men who have sex with men, and women and HIV primary care clinic, case management, and food & nutrition program for individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Please contact toll-free multilingual APICHA InfoLine at 1-866-APICHA-9 for free HIV testing & counseling and questions on HIV/AIDS, STD, and our prevention and education services. For more information, visit http://www.apicha.org.

Asian American Arts Alliance is dedicated to strengthening Asian American arts & cultural groups in NYC through funding, visibility initiatives, and access to new resources. We are a diverse alliance of artists, organizations, and individual supporters who believe that working together as a pan-ethnic, multidisciplinary community is essential to nurturing the development of artists and arts organizations, and to providing a political voice for this community. For more information, visit http://www.aaartsalliance.org.

Asian American Bar Association of New York (AABANY) is a professional membership organization of attorneys concerned with issues affecting the Asian Pacific American community. Incorporated in 1989, AABANY seeks not only to encourage the professional growth of its members but also advocate for the Asian Pacific American community. For more information, visit http://www.aabany.org.

Asian American Film Lab is a collaborative of New York-based Asian American filmmakers who meet weekly to hone their craft and share resources. Activities include workshops for acting, producing and screenwriting, film screenings, guest speaker panels with experienced filmmakers, and our annual 72 Hour Film Shootout. Members get free admission to workshops and discounts for special events. Everyone is welcome to visit our weekly meetings. Stop by our table to learn more about the AAFilmLab and the NY Asian American filmmaking community. Remember to ask us about this year's Fifth Annual 72 Hour Film Shootout and the Film Relay 2008! Asian American Film Lab is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, and all contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. For more information, visit http://www.aafilmlab.org.

Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund (AALDEF) Founded in 1974, is a national organization that protects and promotes the civil rights of Asian Americans. By combining litigation, advocacy, education and organizing, AALDEF works with Asian American communities across the country to secure human rights for all. Current program priorities include economic justice for workers, immigrants rights, voting rights, language access to services, affirmative action, youth rights and educational equity, and the elimination of antiAsian violence, police misconduct and human trafficking. For more information, visit http://www.aaldef.org.

Asian American Writers' Workshop Established in 1991, The Asian American Writers' Workshop is a national non-profit arts organization dedicated to the creation, development, publication and dissemination of creative writing by Asian Americans. We sponsor readings, book parties and panel discussions, and offer creative writing workshops. Each winter we present The Annual Asian American Literary Awards Ceremony to recognize outstanding literary works by Americans of Asian descent. Throughout the year, we offer various youth arts programs. In our midtown Manhattan space we operate a reading room of Asian American literature through the decades. For more information, visit http://www.aaww.org.

Asian American/Asian Research Institute - CUNY was established on November 19, 2001, by the City University of New York of Trustees, in a resolution introduced by Chancellor Matthew Goldstein. AAARI is a university-wide scholarly research and resource center that focuses on policies and issues that affect Asians and Asian Americans. It covers four areas: Asian American Studies; East Asian Studies; South Asian Studies; and Trade and Technology Studies. Since its formation and with minimal funding, AAARI has held more than 170 weekly public lectures; 10 major conferences; and numerous workshops on Asian languages and cultural arts. CUNY, the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading urban university with twenty-three colleges city-wide, is rich in faculty expertise in Asian and Asian American studies. Each year CUNY enrolls over 31,000 Asian

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29 Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival American undergraduate students, who will soon emerge as a vital segment of New York Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s workforce and leadership. Through AAARI, we hope to build the bridge between CUNY and the Asian American community. For more information, call 212-869-0182 or visit http://www.aaari.info.

Asian Americans for Equality, Inc. (AAFE) is a community-based, not-for-profit organization established in 1974 that is committed to community service and the empowerment of immigrants, low-income families, and minorities throughout New York City. AAFE serves thousands of seniors and low-income and working families each year, offering programs that encompass the organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comprehensive approach to community development, including housing, immigration and social services, community planning, community education and advocacy, homeownership assistance, and small business development. Our client base is multiethnic and multicultural and come to us from all five boroughs in New York City. Over the last three decades, we have evolved from a community advocate to community builder. Today, the organization works for community development and empowerment on many fronts: producing affordable housing, offering social and legal services, providing tenant advocacy, encouraging civic participation, helping individuals build assets, and initiating economic development. Contact: Christopher Kui, Executive Director. For more information, visit http://www.aafe.org.

Asian Cinevision For more information, visit http://asiancinevision.org.

Asian Sexy Star gives college kids in America a fun funky way to express themselves. For more men's and women's tees, check out http://www.AsianSexyStar.com.

Asian-American Entrepreneurs Network Building Community among Asian American Business Owners. For more information, visit http://aen-nyc.com.

Asian-American Journalist Association (AAJA-NYC) The New York City chapter of Asian-American Journalist Association will be hosting signings for various Asian-American authors. For more information, visit http://chapters.aaja.org/NewYork.

Asians in America Magazine Since 2002, Asians in America has been working to empower our communities, educate youth and raise awareness of issues affecting Asian America. For more information, visit http://www.asiansinamerica.org.

Aspire Asian Film Circle is a for profit philanthropic, fourth sector organization focused on supporting independent film. (Fourth sector companies are organizations driven by both a social purpose and financial promise.) The Film Circle provides a forum for investors seeking an alternative investment vehicle the opportunity to meet filmmakers, directors, producers, and entertainment industry executives. The Film Circle will sponsor film competitions and produce fundraising events. Events will be produced in association with Bennett Media Studios. For more info on the Film Circle, please email Ed Wong at ed@aafilmcircle.com or visit http://www.aafilmcircle.com. Avon Products Avon and their Independent Sales Representatives will be setting up a booth/tent of our own to display our cosmetics products with samples to give out to potential customers. For more information, visit http://www.avon.com.

Best Resource Import Export Corp. For more information, visit http://www.bestresourceimport.com.

Board of Elections For more information, visit http://www.vote.nyc.ny.us

CHEN DANCE CENTER (CDC) is a non-profit arts organization that strives to provide moving experiences in Asian American and contemporary dance through artistic creation, arts education and presentation. CDC consists of three affiliates: H.T. Chen & Dancers, a dance troupe; CDC Theater and CDC School, which provides over 250 students each week with dance, music and martial arts instruction. CDC (formerly known as H.T. Dance Company) has served New York City and the Lower Manhattan community since 1978. It is the recipient of the 2002 NYS Governor's Arts Award, the 2003 OCA Award and the 2005 BESSIES Special Citation. Contact: Dian Dong, Associate Director at (212) 349-0126. For more information, visit http://www.chendancecenter.org.

Chikako designs Designer Chikako Mukai was born in Japan to creative parents who encouraged her to be the same. She is forever inspired by the combination of the influence of her Japanese heritage and her western upbringing. She adores the combination of beautiful Asian prints placed seemingly simply on a uniquely geometric shape, always keeping in mind the functionality of the piece. She knew that she wanted to be involved in the arts for her work. After attending art school and working in NYC and Tokyo as a fashion and costume designer, she returned to the Boston area to start her business. Her pieces include handcrafted handbags, accessories and clothing. For more information, call (781) 249-9209 or email: chikakomukai@hotmail.com.

Chinatown Ice Cream Factory This year, Chinatown Ice Cream Factory (CICF) celebrates its 30th anniversary. CICF stands today as one of Chinatown's oldest businesses and is often referred to as unofficial landmark. To celebrate, Christina Seid has released her children's book "Saturdays In Chinatown" as a tribute to Chinatown and to ice cream. For more information, visit http://www.chinatownicecreamfactory.com.

Chinatown Youth Initiatives is a nonprofit youth leadership organization for NYC youth. For more information, visit http://www.cyinyc.org.

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29 Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival Chinese Progressive Association It's mission is to raise the living and working standards of New York's Chinese community. We involved ordinary residents to have an impact on the decisionmaking processes that impact their lives. We bring together people of different background and walks of life to achieve our goals. We conduct direct services, outreach and education, and organizing. Our current programs are in the areas of immigrant rights, youth development, parent involvement, environmental health and justice. For more information, please contact us at (212) 274-1891 or cpanyc@att.net.

Chinese Radio, Inc. For more information, visit http://www.chineseradiony.com.

Chinese-American Planning Council This group was initiated as a grass roots community effort in 1965 in response to the growing number of Asian immigrants in NYC following the liberalization of the immigration law. It has since become one of the largest providers of social services for Asian Americans in the United States. In pursuing our mission, CPC has developed, and continues to administer, a wide range of services for Chinese-American children, youth, adults and senior citizens. For more information, call (212) 941-0920 or visit http://www.cpc-nyc.org.

Chung Wah Chinese Broadcasting Co. For more information, visit http://www.cwcb.com.

City University of New York (CUNY) is the nation's largest urban public university. Founded in New York City in 1847 as the Free Academy, CUNY comprises 23 institutions: 11 senior colleges, six community colleges, the William E. Macaulay Honors College at CUNY, the Graduate School and University Center, the CUNY Graduate School of Journalism, the CUNY School of Law, the CUNY School of Professional Studies and the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education. The University serves more than 231,000 degree-credit students and 230,000 adult, continuing and professional education students. College Now, the University’s academic enrichment program for 32,500 high school students, is offered at CUNY campuses and more than 300 high schools throughout the five boroughs of the City of New York. The University offers online baccalaureate degrees through the School of Professional Studies and individualized baccalaureate degrees through the CUNY Baccalaureate Degree. The University Teacher Academy provides free tuition for highly motivated mathematics and science majors who seek teaching careers in the city. Learn more about New York City and New York State. For more information, visit http://www.cuny.edu.

Closeknit Asian inspired designs silk-screened on shirts, casual apparel. For more information, visit http://www.closeknitclothing.com.

Coalition for Asian American Children & Families (CACF) CACF, the nation’s only pan-Asian children’s advocacy organization, aims to improve the quality of life for Asian Pacific American children, youth, and families in New York City. We challenge stereotypes of the model minority and advocate on behalf of marginalized families in our community, especially immigrants struggling with poverty and limited English skills. We advocate for improved policies, funding, and services to ensure that children, youth, and families of all backgrounds have an equal opportunity to thrive in New York City. Established in 1986 and incorporated in 1992, CACF was founded by a group of social service providers concerned that New York City private and public education, health, and human service institutions could not adequately serve the growing number of Asian Pacific American and immigrant families. For more information, visit http://www.cacf.org.

Collaborative Opportunities for Raising Empowerment, Inc. (CORE) is a not-for-profit organization composed of a volunteer group of young Filipino professionals in the New York Tri-State area. CORE's primary vision is to empower Filipino professionals as a collective body in the United States. It also seeks to provide an avenue for socio-economic involvement to build a stronger Filipino American community. Since its inception in 2002, CORE has built its network through community connections with organizations like FAHSI, CAPA and the JayCees, and through events like the annual Speaker Series Program and READ-Philippines. These efforts bring a face to an organization that is highlighted by the lighting of the Empire State Building with the colors of the Philippine flag in 2004. This is the first effort of its kind and served to symbolize the connection that CORE's members hold so dearly to generations of family and country before them. For more information, call 201-841-5518 or visit http://www.core-nyc.org.

CUNY Citizenship and Immigration Project For more information, visit http://www.cuny.edu/citizenshipnow.

DCH Dragon Boat Racing is a competitive dragon boat racing crew based in Queens, New York. It started as a men's crew in 1993 and has consistently been a competitive dragon boat club. DCH has since expanded to include women, mix, and junior crews. DCH members range from age 12 to 50 with a variety of different backgrounds. The club's crews consist of a men's, women's, mixed (co-ed) and junior's program. DCH Racing enjoys paddling competitively, in both national and international races, with recent trips to Hong Kong, Macau, Vancouver, and more trips planned for the future. DCH Racing is the 2006 Champions of the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in New York. DCH Dragon Boat Racing is currently recruiting new paddlers for the men's, women's, mixed(co-ed), and junior crews. We offer all levels of paddling from recreational to competitive. Please email us at ContactUs@dchdragons.com if you are interested.

Department of Health and Human Services "Take control of your health and your life...Get tested for HIV." The National HIV Testing Mobilization Campaign is a nationwide effort to promote HIV testing by mobilizing communities to get tested for HIV. The US Department of Health and Human Services is mobilizing communities to encourage their members to get tested for HIV. For more information, visit: www.aids.gov/takecontrol or visit www.hivtest.org to find a testing site near you. Give-aways and promotional materials on National HIV Testing Mobilization Campaign. For more information, visit http://www.aids.gov/takecontrol/index.html.

Electric Moon We sell Vietnamese silk lanterns, Chinese dresses, and other Asian goods. For more information, call (516) 739-0888.

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29 Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival Emerging Pictures An indie film company engaged in digital exhibition, theatrical distribution, and DVD sales. For more information, visit http://www.emergingpictures.com.

Episcopal Asian American Ministry of the Diocese of New York is an outreach and networking organization for clergy and laity within the Episcopal Church and the Diocese of New York. Come to our table to find out some of what the Church has to offer, and what's happening for Asian Americans. Non-Episcopalians are most welcome. The Episcopal Church welcomes you! For more information, visit http://eam.dioceseny.org.

Feng Shui Marketing For more information, visit http://www.fsmworld.com.

Filipino American Human Services, Inc. (FAHSI) FAHSI is a community-based organization dedicated to serving the Filipino American and immigrant community. We provide programs for women, the elderly and youth. FAHSI also sponsors informational fairs on issues like healthcare access for the uninsured. Adult conversational Tagalog classes are also offered. For more details, please call (718) 883-1295 or visit our website http://www.fahsi.org.

Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple For more information, visit http://ibps.org/newyork.

Gay Asian Pacific Islander Men of NY (GAPIMNY) GAPIMNY is a membership-based organization whose goal is to empower Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Asian and Pacific Islanders through a range of social, educational, peer-support, cultural, and political activities. We work in coalition with other community organizations to help educate the API ethnic and LGBT communities on issues of race, sexuality, gender, and health. For more information, visit http://www.gapimny.org.

Great ExpectAsians We are an online greeting cards store designed to showcase and foster positive images of Asian Americans. We offer a selection of special cards for many occasions with more to come. If you do not find what you are looking for, please let us know and we will make every effort to meet your needs. Be sure to visit us frequently since new products will be introduced regularly. We hope that you enjoy what we have to offer and share them with your family and friends. For more information, visit http://www.greatexpectasians.com.

GREATER CHINATOWN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (GCCA) promotes the well being of the Chinatown community within New York City through unique, individualized program services. Services include: Adult Education, Consultation and Aid, Medical and Healthcare, and Recreational and Cultural Activities. Clients partake of complimentary classes and activities such as ESOL and Civics, acupuncture and holiday meals, Monday thru Friday. In addition, GCCA’s new program model entitled “Right Here, Right Now” allows for clients, local community members and businesses, and corporate participation. There are many ways to get involved! Contact: Kendra Lee, Executive Director at klee@gccanyc.org or (212) 374-1311. For more information, visit http://gccanyc.org.

Hamilton-Madison House Asian American Recovery Services Licensed by New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services, Asian American Recovery Services (AARS) is an outpatient clinic providing individual bio-psycho-social assessment and treatment planning as well as DMV approved DWI evaluation. Program staff consists of Chinese, Korean and Japanese bilingual and bicultural clinical social workers, psychiatrist, nurse, vocational counselor and outreach workers. For more information, visit http://www.hmhonline.org.

Harmony of Shining Women Foundation Based on the network known as The Harmony of Shining Women Foundation launched in Hiroshima, Japan, in 1998 we established non-profit groups in New York City and Hawaii the goal of which was to promote our activities in the United States. We have been conduction regular lectures on the topic Be Myself for 10 years in New York City. The lecture appeals: One should be true to oneself and unique individually. We are supposed to live alight with our own dreams, hopes, strong ill and zeal for their own future. This is what we call a spirit that is alive as human being. Every human being has inside a true self that is already shining like a hero or heroine. Let us give full play to such individuality as a hero or heroin during our whole lives during our time on earth. For more information, visit http://ny.hswf.org/index.htm.

Helping Others Prosper through Empowerment (H.O.P.E.) is a program designed to provide educational and emotional support for children in China's orphanages. The program actively recruits volunteers who are willing to make a difference in the lives of China's orphans. Our mission is to enrich the lives of the children through the work of volunteers whose main objectives are to empower the children and orphanage staff to deepen their bonds by assisting in the daily activities of the orphanage. For more information, contact Kimberly Mathus at kim@volunteerforhope.org or visit http://volunteerforhope.org.

Hong Kong Dragonboat Festival in New York Our festival is scheduled on August 2nd and 3rd this year. Besides the exciting Dragon Boat Racing, we also have multi-cultural stage performances. Many of our sponsors will give out nice promotional material and provide fun and games. It is an event for the family at the Meadow Lake, Flushing Meadows Corona Park. For more information, call (718) 767-1776 or visit http://www.hkdbf-ny.org.

Hospital For Special Surgery - Lupus Asian Network Health information for Asians and Asian Americans about lupus. For more information, visit http://www.hss.edu/lantern.

Imaginasian TV For more information, visit http://www.iatv.tv.

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29 Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival Japan Society Founded in 1907, Japan Society has evolved into an internationally recognized nonprofit, nonpolitical organization that offers opportunities to experience Japanese culture and fosters sustained and open dialogue on issues important to the U.S., Japan and East Asia. The Society is Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s major single producer of highquality content about Japan and presents over 100 events annually, from world-class exhibitions, performances, and film screenings to exclusive lectures, conferences and demonstrations. With facilities that include a 262-seat theater, art gallery and language center, activities at Japan Society's landmark building are set against a stunning backdrop of indoor gardens, a reflecting pool and a waterfall. Hailed as "dumfoundingly gorgeous" by The New York Times, Japan Society Gallery's current exhibition The Genius of Japanese Lacquer: Masterworks by Shibata Zeshin will be open to CAPA Heritage Festival goers the day of the festival. Japan Society is located at 333 East 47th Street. For further information call 212-832-1155 or visit www.japansociety.org.

Japanese American Association (JAA) JAA is a non-profit organization. Our mission and philosophy are to provide services and assistance to the Japanese and Japanese Americans in the tri-state area, to enrich the lives of young and old alike and to strengthen ties between the US and Japan. For more information, call (212) 840-6942 or visit http://www.jaany.org.

Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) The New York Japanese American Citizens League is one of the 113 chapters of a national civil and human rights organization whose purpose is to protect the rights of Americans of Japanese and Asian ancestries and other Americans. The New York Chapter focuses on advocacy, educational and cultural preservation activities. For more information, call (973) 680-1441 or visit http://www.nyjacl.org.

Japanese American Social Services, Inc. (JASSI) is a non-profit organization established in 1981 to address the social services needs of persons of Japanese ancestry in the Greater New York area. Whether one is a newcomer to New York or a long time resident whose first language is Japanese, one is certain to face unforeseen problems arising from language barriers and cultural differences. JASSI's bilingual staff members and cadre of volunteers stand ready to offer culturally sensitive assistance and support. For more information, call (212) 442-1541 or visit http://www.jassi.org.

Korean American Community Foundation (KACF) raises funds and distribute them to social service organizations serving the Korean American community and beyond. For more information, visit http://www.kacfny.org.

The Korean American League for Civic Action (KALCA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-partisan, education and community advocacy organization. KALCA is dedicated to promoting the civic participation of Korean Americans and Asian Pacific Americans. KALCA seeks to promote active participation of the Korean and Asian American communities in the civic process; to educate community members about their rights, duties and responsibilities as American citizens; and to encourage community members to contribute to the broader American society. KALCA strives to accomplish its goals through leadership development, education and advocacy programs on behalf of the community. For more information, visit http://www.kalca.org.

Korean Cultural Service New York Inaugurated in 1979 under the authority of the Korean Consulate General in New York, the Korean Cultural Service works to broaden understanding of Korea and Korea-U.S. relations through cultural and academic activities. The Cultural Service sponsors and hosts many different types of activities, including art exhibits, film screenings, traditional Korean music and dance events, Korean food festivals, lectures, youth activities, and sporting events. The Cultural Service also provides information on Korea - U.S. relations and assists exchange programs between the two countries. For more information, visit http://www.koreanculture.org.

Lend-A-Hand India Our mission is to make a difference in the lives of the poor through self-help. We provide vocational training, and career counseling to young girls and boys from rural communities in India. We also provide financing and mentoring support to upcoming young entrepreneurs to start their own micro-enterprise. Our goal is to help the poor realize their full potential to meet their aspirations for a better life. Volunteers Welcome. Visit our website at www.lend-a-hand-india.org or write to Raj Gilda at raj.gilda@lend-a-hand-india.org.

Lotus Music & Dance a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, was founded in 1989 by master Bharata Natyam dancer Kamala Cesar. It is a performance space, sanctuary, and center of education for traditional and indigenous performing arts forms. The mission is to protect, promote, and celebrate the music and dance traditions of all world cultures. Lotus Music & Dance remains the only institution of its kind in New York City where master artists from India, Korea, Burma, the South Pacific, Middle East, the Mohawk Nation, West Africa, and Spain collectively call home. Aside from our varied schedule of unique, multi cultural performances, we offer instruction in traditional ethnic forms of dance and music as well as Arts-In-Education programs to schools throughout the tri-state area. Lotus Music & Dance also presents Manhattan's only open air pow wow, the annual Drums Along the Hudson Native American Festival and Shad Fest, now in its sixth year. Email: kamalab@earthlink.net

Makalina, LLC Represents Hawaiian Express, Le Pasifika and the Tiny Bubble Band - Pacific Music and dance entertainers and Asian Pacific Talent. For more information, visit http://www.makalina.com.

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29 Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival Ma-Yi Theater Company is the nation's premier professional Asian American theater company devoted to developing new plays and performance works that essay the Asian American experience. Since itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s founding in 1989, the company has received 9 Obie Awards and one Drama Desk nomination for its work. Plays developed by Ma-Yi have been produced around the country and internationally. For more information, visit http://www.ma-yitheatre.org.

Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) is the leading museum dedicated to reclaiming, preserving and presenting the history and culture of Chinese people in the United States. Through its thought-provoking exhibits and programs, MOCA encourages dialogue among people of all cultural backgrounds. For a more expanded version, please go to: http://www.mocanyc.org/about/. National Asia Pacific American Women's Forum (NAPAWF) is the only national, multi-issue APA women's organization in the country. NAPAWF's mission is to build a movement to advance social justice and human rights for APA women and girls. For more information, visit http://www.napawf.org.

National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP-NY) is a non-profit professional organization that promotes the career advancement and leadership development of Asian American professionals in all fields through networking, respecting Asian multiculturalism, and supporting diversity and community service. For more information, visit http://www.naaapny.org.

New York Asian Film Festival JUNE 20 - JULY 6, 2008 North America's leading festival of popular Asian cinema. Produced by Subway Cinema, NYAFF has established itself as one of the leading international film festivals dedicated to Asian popular cinema, receiving attention from the New York Times, the Daily News, the New York Post, the Village Voice, Time Out New York, Time, the New Yorker, US News & World Report, the Economist, Giant Robot, Impact, Cine 21, the Variety, the Hollywood Reporter, The World, National Public Radio, BBC News, KBS, Fuji TV, ImaginAsian TV, and other media. For more information, visit http://www.nyaff.org. New York Asian Women's Center is a 501(C)(3) approved non-profit organization assisting battered women in New York Asian communities. We are dedicated to helping women and children lead safe and independent lives. Our multilingual and multicultural staff provides services such as 24-hour toll-free hotline, emergency shelter, counseling, advocacy and children's programs. We also work to raise public awareness about domestic violence through our community outreach program, addressing this systemic issue and bringing it to the forefront of the community's consciousness. For information and volunteer opportunities, call 24 hour toll-free hotline at 1-888-8887702 or visit http://www.nyawc.org.

New York Korean American Junior Chamber serves the greater New York Metro area. KAJC is a family of young professionals and entrepreneurs, has produced more leaders in the Korean-American community than any other young Korean-American organization, practices and exercises democratic decision making, teamwork, project management, public speaking and professional protocol. KAJC celebrates and honors Korean heritage and helps individuals develop themselves and their communities. Through affiliations with JCI International, US Junior Chamber and New York State Junior Chamber, KAJC is part of a worldwide network of over 500,000 young leaders and entrepreneurs in more than 50 countries around the world. Members, the "Jaycees" can be found as leaders in al walks of like which include US Presidents Gerald Ford, George Bush Sr. and Bill Clinton, UN Secretary General Kofi Anan and Basketball great Larry Bird. Learn more why Junior Chamber International is called the greatest organization for young people under the age of 40! For more information, visit http://www.kajc.org.

New York Vietnamese School The Vietnamese School of New York (NYVS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. It was founded to promote the preservation and continuation of the Vietnamese language, traditions, and culture. As we strive to maintain the culture and identity of our Vietnamese background, we feel it is equally important to teach and pass down these values to the younger Vietnamese-American generations. The overall mission of the NYVS is to provide high quality instruction to VietnameseAmericans. Through English as a Second Language (E.S.L.) classes, students will have the opportunity to develop proficiency in the English language. We offer bilingual instruction for those seeking U.S. citizenship in the Citizenship Education classes, which will prepare students for the U.S. Citizenship exam. Both of these classes will empower students to be successful contributing members of society. Additionally, the Vietnamese language classes will promote the preservation of the Vietnamese language and culture. For more information, visit http://www.nyvietschool.org.

New York Wall Street Dragons Wall Street Dragons Cultural Foundation (WSDCF) has been in existence since 1991 when the Hong Kong Economic Development Association started the first Dragon Boat Event in NYC that summer and WSDCF has participated every year since. The team is made up of working class paddlers, senior paddlers and youth paddlers. Many festivals are creating division for Senior (over 40) and Grand Master (over 50) which WSDCF is looking to participate in. We have a range of youth paddlers to compete in High School Divisions and University Divisions. Two or three times a year WSDCF has enough paddlers participating in larger festivals with multiple mixed teams and cross roster to paddle in Men Division and Women Division. Wall Street Dragons Cultural Foundation has competed in many other festivals besides NYC. In the East Coast of the USA, WSDCF has competed in: Philadelphia, PA; Washington DC; Hartford, CT; Princeton, NJ; Tampa, FL; Miami, FL. WSDCF has competed in Canada at: Toronto; Montreal; Welland Canal; Vancouver. Our club has competed in Hong Kong. Besides practicing, competing and supporting the many Dragon Festivals, WSDCF has helped to organized and offered their dragon boat expertise by: coaching teams; organize Dragon Boat Festival; provide race officials to start and record the race finish; create the race schedules and progression for the advancing teams. For more information, visit http://www.nywallstreetdragon.com.

NY Chinese Cultural Center Founded in 1974, the New York Chinese Cultural Center is a performing arts and educational organization that promotes the understanding and appreciation of Chinese culture by preserving traditional genres and nurturing innovations that reflect our dynamic and diverse cultural heritage. For more information, visit http://www.chinesedance.org.

OCA - New York Founded in 1973, the Organization of Chinese Americans (OCA) is a national non-profit, non-partisan advocacy organization of Americans of Chinese and Asian/Pacific Islander descent. With a national office in Washington, D.C. and over 80 chapters and affiliates across the nation, OCA is dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans in the United States. In reaching these goals, OCA-New York works on numerous programs

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29 Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival that cover the following areas: civic participation, voter registration and education, hate crimes, media responsibility, immigration and other social issues. In addition, OCA-New York works to foster goodwill and understanding among the diverse Asian American community, as well as other the many other ethnic and racial communities that make up New York City. For more information about OCA-New York, please go to our official website at http://www.oca-ny.org.

Oriental Arts & Crafts Paleewong Trading Co., Inc. Thai USA was founded with the mission to gather and unite people of Thai origin in the United States so that they may pool their resources together in undertaking civic, social, fraternal, cultural and charitable programs and objectives while maintaining and sustaining the richness of their Thai cultural heritage and traditions. For more information, visit http://www.paleewong.com.

Passport to Taiwan Since the initiation of "Passport to Taiwan" festival in 2002, it has become the most important event for the Taiwanese American & Mandarin Speaking community in the New York Tri-State area. Tremendous resources have been gathered in order to make the event successful. The festival has since become the largest outdoor Taiwanese event in the entire United States. Please join us on 5/25 at Union Square South for a day of festivities. For more information, visit http://www.p2tw.org.

People for John Liu * Energy * Commitment * Leadership * Results * Called a "Political Trailblazer," and "Pioneer," by The New York Times, John Liu is campaigning for city-wide office in 2009, and is the first Asian-American ever to run in New York City. We need John to continue to advocate for us and for the issues confronting our city. New York City Councilman John Liu is currently Chair of the Council's Transportation Committee and a member of the committees on Land Use, Education, Health, Consumer Affairs, Contracts, Oversight & Investigation, and Lower Manhattan Redevelopment. John is an active community leader who has dedicated his life to public service. John has focused on empowering taxpayers, reforming our government institutions, and holding public officials accountable. His priorities include rejuvenating our public schools, keeping neighborhoods safe, expanding programs for seniors, and improving the quality of life of all New Yorkers. You can reach us at peopleforjohnliu@gmail.com or visit http://www.liunewyork.com. Prince Giolo Apparel Group The New York-based Prince Giolo Apparel Group was founded in August, 2007 as a subsidiary of ARKANE in order to take over the wholesale & retail distribution end of that business. For more information, please visit: http://www.princegiolo.com or http://www.arkane.com.

Project by Project (PbP) is a national volunteer organization of social entrepreneurs that serves Asian American non-profits in need by raising public awareness, volunteerism and capital. For more information, visit http://www.projectbyproject.org.

Rubin Museum of Art (RMA) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit cultural and educational institution dedicated to the art of the Himalayas and surrounding regions. Established in 1999, RMA inaugurated its permanent home in Chelsea on October 2, 2004, with approximately 25,000 square feet of gallery area, in addition to public spaces, educational workshop facilities, and a state-of-the-art theater. The Museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collection consists of over 1,300 objects and includes paintings, sculpture, textiles, ritual objects, and prints spanning a period from the 2nd Century to the 19th Century; it is one of the largest and most comprehensive collections of Himalayan art in North America. One of RMAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main goals is to educate visitors about the art and culture of the Himalayas and the surrounding regions that are consistently underrepresented in art and cultural studies, and to promote intercultural understanding of the universal human experience. For more information, visit http://www.rmanyc.org.

Sino Television Broadcasting For more information, visit http://www.mrbi.net.

Social Security Administration Social Security reaches almost every family and at some point will touch the lives of nearly all Americans. Social Security helps not only older Americans but also workers who become disabled and families in which a spouse or parent dies. Today, more than 163 million people work and pay social security taxes and more than 49 million people receive monthly social security benefits. Visit our website for more information http://socialsecurity.gov.

State Farm Insurance Co. For more information, visit http://www.statefarm.com.

Tourism Malaysia Discover a delightful fusion of three of Asia's oldest civilizations - Malay, Chinese and India. A potpourri enriched with indigenous traditions of the Kadazan Dusuns, Ibans and other ethnic communiities of Sabah and Sarawak. Experience the country's alluring wonders - colorful festivals, breathtaking skycrapers, charming heritage buildings, enchanting islands and beaches as well as million-year-old rainforest with fascinating flora and fauna. Meet the warm and friendly people and marvel at the bewildering range of shopping delights and international cuisines. Bursting with color, pulsating with life, Malaysia awaits you. A continuation of Visit Malaysia Year celebrating 50 years of the country's Nationhood until August 2008. Contact your nearest Tourism Malaysia office today for a taste of Malaysia, Truly Asia! For more information, call 1-800-558-6787 or visiit http://tourismmalaysiausa.com.

Tribute to the Cantonese For more information, email: tributetothecantonese@yahoo.com.

Tzu Chi Foundation Taiwan Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation, USA. For more information, visit http://www.tzuchi.org.

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29 Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival United States Department of Agriculture Marketing and Regulatory Programs The Marketing and Regulatory Programs division oversees three major programs. The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) administers standardization, grading, inspection, market news, marketing orders, research, promotion, and regulatory programs. The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service conducts programs pertaining to quarantine, environmental protection, the humane treatment of animals, and the reduction of crop and livestock losses. The Grain Inspection, Packers, and Stockyards Administration regulates grain, meat, poultry industries, and other commodities. For more information, visit http://www.aphis.usda.gov.

Wanart LLC Founded by Joyce Wan, Wanart is a designer of greeting cards and other gift items such as totebags, infant onesies and magnets. Joyce's style merges a contemporary design aesthetic with Asian cultural influences and traditions. Products featuring Wanart designs can be found in over 300 boutiques, gift stores and museum shops across the United States and internationally. For more information, visit http://www.wanart.com.

Women in Canoe For more information, visit http://www.womenincanoe.com For more information, visit http://www.womenincanoe.com.

YKASEC - Empowering the Korean American Community was established in 1984 to meet the needs and concerns of the Korean American community through our five program areas: Education, Civic Participation, Immigrant Rights, Social Services and Culture. Since our founding, we have made a profound presence in the Korean American community through various grassroots organizing, education and advocacy initiatives that address important community issues, including immigration policies at the national, state and city levels, voter rights and cultural awareness. For more information, call (718) 460-5600 or visit http://www.ykasec.org.

young Korean American Network (yKAN) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-partisan organization of 1.5 and 2nd generation Korean-Americans who strive for the advancement of all Korean-Americans in the mainstream of American society. Officially inaugurated on August 30, 1990, the organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s membership has grown over the past 19 years. Our members are Korean-American professionals, representing every industry and academic field. For more information, visit http://www.ykan.org.

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