Asian Pacific Islander Heritage

LITTLE LEARNERS: CANDY SUSHI CRAFT

Join us on Thursday, May 21st at 4:30pm for a sweet and creative Little Learners experience!

In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, children will explore culture and creativity through a fun, hands-on activity: making candy sushi!

This playful workshop blends imagination and learning as kids “cook up” their own colorful sushi-inspired treats using candy and snack ingredients. It’s a delicious way to spark curiosity and celebrate cultural inspiration in a kid-friendly format.

The Baldwin Boettcher Branch Library will host a New Year's Paper Lantern Craft for adults which will commemorate Asian Pacific Heritage Month. The participants utilize construction paper, plastic bottles and tassels to craft the lantern.  This program is for adults ages 18 +. Registration is required for this activity and call the library if you need assistance.  We will meet in the conference room. 

Join us for a special movie screening at the library!

Follow a brave young warrior and a legendary dragon on an epic journey to bring peace back to her land.

This movie is rated PG, and has a runtime of 114 minutes. This program is intended for all ages. 

Have fun crafting and then eating this YUMMY food craft!

Very easy and fun to make!

Program is for all ages. 

In the month of May we take time to reflect and celebrate the important role that Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs) have played in our shared history. 

Join us as we celebrate with a fashion show featuring traditional attire, and get hands on with a fluffy paper rose community craft.

It's a fun, family-friendly day of culture, connection, and celebration!

Adults and teens are invited to join us Saturday, May 9th, for a hands-on sublimation workshop celebrating AAPI through art and design. Participants will learn all about the process of sublimation and how they can book time to use sublimation equipment at select HCPL maker locations for their own projects! 

Attendees will learn sublimation techniques by creating a full-color Asian American and Pacific Islander Month-themed metal business card. Participants will have the opportunity to choose from 2 pre-selected designs, created by our guest instructor, Sonny! 

VOICES ONCE UNHEARD, STORIES FINALLY SEEN.

Join us at Maud Marks Branch Library for a special morning with acclaimed author Jeff Chang, a leading voice on culture, race, and music in America today.

In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Chang will discuss his powerful new book, Water Mirror Echo: Bruce Lee and the Making of Asian America, in conversation with a guest moderator, followed by a book signing.

Calling all anime enthusiasts: test your knowledge and win prizes at Anime Trivia Night! Winners will earn a laser cut trophy and bragging rights. Snacks will be provided. This program is for teens ages 13-18. 

How does K-Pop reflect the culture of South Korea? Discover the meaning behind your favorite songs.

This program is for teens in middle and high school.