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10.02 7 – 9PM
KUMU HINA – Opening Night of 14th Annual DC APA Film Festival
The Burke Theatre at the US Navy Memorial, 701 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Washington DC 20004
Come join us on the opening night of the 2014 14th Annual DC Asian Pacific American Film Festival. KUMU HINA is a powerful film about the struggle to maintain Pacific Islander culture and values, told told through the lens of a Native Hawaiian teacher who is both a proud and confident māhū, or transgender woman, and an admired kumu, or cultural practitioner. Tickets are $15 online and $20 at the door.
10.03 8PM to 9:30PM
The Mixed Race Audio Documentary
Teaism, 400 8th St NW., Washington DC 20004
This multimedia screening is a culmination of a three month long project with the DC Humanities Council to tell the stories of mixed race DC residents. The screening will feature the varied and colorful stories of DC residents Michelle Phipps Evans, Dana Tai Soon Burgess, Tara Trinity, and Lealin Queen. The screening will be followed by a scintillating discussion on race, identity, and cookies. RSVP at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-mixed-race-audio-documentary-tickets-12824808347
10.04 10AM – 1:30PM
Secrets of the 10%
Arlington Central Library Auditorium
Ever wonder why some people become leaders and others don’t despite the same education and upbringing? Why out of 100 major U.S. cities is there only 1 Asian American woman mayor? Why are women of color less than 2-4% of Fortune 500 Boards? In this interactive half-day seminar, we will explore, learn and role-play top 30 skills and qualities needed to get ahead in today’s multicultural environment. This is an inclusive event for women, men, and LGBQT individuals interested in supporting diverse leadership. After completion of this workshop, participants have the opportunity to take the “Secrets of the 10%: 30 Skills in 30 Days Challenge” to fine-tune their leadership skills. RSVP: http://bit.ly/WTYamF
10.05 4PM – 6PM
Multi-Cultural Chambers Candidate Forum
Ernst Cultural Center; NVCC Community College, Annandale Campus, 8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA 22003
This is an opportunity for members of Northern Virginia’s minority business community to meet all of the candidates in an informal, casual, and conversational setting. The candidates will all have a chance to tell their story to members of this important community. This event promises to be a valuable experience for both candidates and Chamber members.
10.05 at 5:45PM & 10.06 at 8:45PM
Beginner’s Meditation with Sound
12703 Lady Somerset Lane Fairfax, VA
We’ve been hearing, “I have no idea how to meditate… I want to learn before I come to one of your events… Do you offer classes?” So, we decided to address all of them by having an event for people who are interested in meditation, are just learning how to meditate, or are seeking to enhance their practice.
If you fit into any of those categories, this is the perfect experience for you!
10.09 6PM to 10PM
2014 JACL National Gala Awards Dinner “A Salute to Champions”
Capital Hilton, 1001 16th Street NW, Washington DC 20036
The Japanese American Citizens League celebrates “Champions of Diversity,” and recognize individuals and organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to promoting diversity in their respective field or industry. Awardees this year include Bill Imada, Peter Lenkov and Ken Solarz and The Honorable Adam Smith.
10.09 10AM to 3PM
MEGA Diversity Job Fair
Virginia International University, 4401 Village Dr., Fairfax, VA 22030
Register to attend the jobfair at djobfair.eventbrite.com, over 20 employers have registered to participate in this job fair, including US Department of State, USDA, FEMA, Fairfax County, SCI, Tapestry Solutions, Hollywood Casinos and many more…
10.16 6-9PM
China Town Hall, Local Connections, National Reflections, A program of the National Committee on U.S. – China Relations
Baltimore City Hall, 100 North Holiday Street, Baltimore, MD 21202
The program will feature a nationwide webcast speech by President Jimmy Carter on important “Issues in U.S. – China Relations” on this 35th anniversary year (1979-2014) of the establishments of formal diplomatic relations. Following his talk, President Carter will respond to the questions e-mailed in from audience members in Baltimore and throughout the country.
After the national webcast program, Frank Jannuzi, in person, will comment on the webcast speech and will also speak on the subject of “Six Dragon Imperiling the Rise of China and Implications for U.S.-China Relations”. Prior to his present position with the Mansfield Foundation; Mr. Jannuzi served as Policy Director, East Asian and Pacific Affairs for the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee from 1997 to 2012. He is also a visiting lecturer at the Johns Hopkins Krieger School of arts and Sciences. To RSVP, visit www.bxscc.org.
10.17 8AM
5th Asian American Business Summit & Expo
Fairfax County Government Center; 12000 Government Center Pkwy, Fairfax, VA 22035
The Asian American Chamber of Commerce cordially invites all local area businesses, business owners, and interested individuals to participate in the 5th Annual Asian American Business Summit & Expo on October 17th! Connect and engage with leading Asian & Pacific American businesses and organizations, expand your business education, grow your business contacts, grow your business, and build great partnerships! The all-day program will feature:Keynote Breakfast & Networking Luncheon, Power Networking opportunities and Informational Workshops by area business experts. IT companies, financial companies and independent agents, local business owners, and individuals—all are invited to learn more about how to survive and thrive in the current economic climate and to take advantage of opportunities to establish and strengthen new and existing business alliances. For more information, visit: http://asian-americanchamber.org/2014expo
10.19 3:30PM
“Chinatown” Screening at Decades of Docs in Our City Film Festival
US Naval Heritage Center, Washington, DC 20004
I would like to invite you to join DC Chinatown Documentary Project‘s screening on Sunday, October 19 at 3:30pm followed by a community reception. The film sheds light on the impact of gentrification on low-income limited English proficient immigrant community. The three DC Chinatown residents featured in the film will join the post-screening Q&A with audience. If you are interested in the topic, please come to support the film. Information on Films and Tickets – http://docsinprogress.ticketleap.com/shorts2/.
UPCOMING
11.02 5:30PM – 8:30PM
OCA DC 41st Annual Honor Awards Gala
New Fortune Restaurant; 16515 S Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg, MD
Join us at this year’s gala, where we will be celebrating Asian Americans/ Pacific Islanders in the arts! The networking reception is from 5:30 – 6:30 pm and dinner is at 6:30 pm; the program starts at 7:00 pm. Stay tuned for more details about speakers and performers. For more information, visit ocadc.org
11.05 8:30AM – 12:30PM
Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce (VACC) hosts “Opportunity + Connections”, the Annual ProcureCon NOVA 2014 Business and Matchmaking Conference
Three Flint Hill’s Building’s Penthouse Conference Center, 3201 Jermantown Rd., Fairfax, VA 22030
This is a great opportunity to connect with 30 major buyers and small, women and minority-owned suppliers and buyers.
The Summit features engaging one on one matchmaking sessions, a lively procurement briefing session with senior officials from the White House Office of Asian Pacific American Initiative and Governor Terry McAuliffe Office, exhibits, business briefings, ONE ON ONE MATCHMAKING, and four concurrent small business certification clinic sessions. A stellar Executive Breakfast Plenary Speakers program and business networking opportunities enable our buyers and suppliers to interact with each others, primes, and government agencies. Register at: https://procureconnova2014.