An exploration of Mid-Autumn festival
The Mid-Autumn festival (also called the Moon Festival), which occurs on the fifteenth day of the eighth month of the Chinese lunar calendar, is one of the long established and…
A Museum of Our Own: Inside the Effort to Build a Home for AAPI History in D.C.
Stroll down the National Mall on any weekend, and you’ll witness millions of visitors celebrating the stories that shaped the United States. From the National Museum of the…
Qixi Festival: An Ancient Tradition That Lives On Today and How It Is Celebrated in the Asian American Community
The Qixi Festival, often called Chinese Valentine's Day, is celebrated on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month. It honors the legend of Zhinu (the Weaver Girl) and Niulang…
2026 NCAAC & ILF Youth Entrepreneurship Contest Award Ceremony
The 2026 North Carolina Youth Entrepreneurship Contest concluded with an awards ceremony held at the Cary Chamber of Commerce on July 25. The competition was jointly organized by the North…
America at 250: Asian Americans and Belonging
On July 4th, 2026, the United States turns 250 years old. Fireworks light up the sky from coast to coast, leaders will speak about liberty and democracy, and…
626 Night Market Draws Thousands to Celebrate Asian Culture
Every year, thousands of visitors gather in Southern California to experience one of America’s most diverse cultural festivals—the 626 Night Market. It’s known as the largest Asian-inspired night markets in…