Asian American Talent Show Grows Into Second Year
Few Asian American talent shows can match the grandiosity and spectacle of the Los Angeles-born Kolloboration show. Founded over a decade ago by stand-up comedian, Paul P.K. Kim, Kollaboration lives by the mantra, “Empowering through Entertainment.”
Cathay Bank Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Cathay Bank celebrated its 50th anniversary on April 4 with a party at the bank’s Chinatown branch.
Mayor Menino Presented Cherry Trees in Mattapan
The Consul General of Japan presents Mayor Thomas M. Menino and the City of Boston with cherry trees at the Taylor Elementary School in Mattapan. The May 10 planting ceremony was part of the Greater Boston-Japan Cherry Blossom Festival which marks the 100th anniversary of the gift of Japanese flowering cherry trees from Japan to the United States. The original trees, which were planted in Washington D.C., have become a symbol of the close relations between the two countries.
MassHousing Announces Loan Closing of $9.1 Million to Preserve Affordable Housing for Seniors in Boston
BOSTON – May 8, 2012 – MassHousing announced a loan closing of $9.1 million to preserve affordability for predominantly low-income senior citizens and some disabled residents at the 100-unit Wait Street Apartments in Boston.
Hostelling International Holds Job Fair for Community
Hostelling International USA held a job fair at the Asian American Civic Association headquarters on April 25 aimed at showcasing employment opportunities for the Asian American population in Boston.
Mayor Menino Kick-Starts “You Have Rights” Campaign
City of Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino made an appearance in Chinatown on April 23 at the Metropolitan Community Room, on Oak Street, to kick-start the Office of New Bostonians’ new “You Have Rights” education campaign, aimed at providing information to residents about their rights to decent housing and reporting substandard conditions.
Madeline Wong Throws First Pitch at Boston Red Sox Game
A respected leader among Chinese Americans and women, Madeline C. Wong’s accomplishments include the founding of one of America’s largest and oldest Asian dining meccas, her work in the insurance field, and her many contributions to the community and charity work. And all of her accomplishments were celebrated on April 17, when Wong was given the opportunity to throw the first pitch at a Boston Red Sox baseball game, a feat very few people have the chance to perform in their lifetimes.
ACDC Inspiration Gala
The Asian Community Development Corporation (ACDC) held its annual Gala at the Taj Boston on April 12.
MBTA Looking to Hire More Asians: TCC Meeting
At the recent Chinatown Coalition (TCC) meeting on April 12, Pablo Calderon of the MBTA gave a presentation on applying for jobs at the transportation agency, highlighting a need at the agency for more Asian workers.
Boston Vocational High School Students Receive Hands-On Electric Vehicle Experience
On Thursday, April 26, 2012, fifty 11th and 12th grade students enrolled inMadisonParkTechnicalVocationalHigh School’s Electric and Automotive program participated in an event focused on the subject of Electric Vehicles. The students learned more about the science behind these increasingly popular cars, as well as about the role that renewable energy will play in vehicle technology of the future and what that means for the City of Boston.
MBTA Board Approves Fare Increases and Service Reductions
The Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) approved service cuts and fare hikes in a vote on Wednesday, April 4, as part of a plan to fill a budget deficit of some $160 million for fiscal year 2013. These changes to service will begin on July 1, 2012.
AACA Youth Council Teaching Community Teens Valuable Skills
The Asian American Civic Association Youth Council kicked off its first-of-a-kind free tutoring service to children grades K-8 last month at the AACA headquarters.
An Interview with Yul Kwon
The Sampan had the opportunity to sit down with Yul Kwon, winner of “Survivor: Cook Islands” and host of PBS’ new show, America Revealed, prior to the show’s first episode screening in Boston.
Josiah Quincy Elementary Principal Wins Pirandello Lyceum Award
Josiah Quincy Elementary School Principal Simon Siu-Wah Ho has been awarded the President’s Award from the Pirandello Lyceum, an educational institute aimed at encouraging a greater understanding and appreciation of Italian culture among all people. Principal Ho is one of eight I Migliori in Mens et Gesta (The Best in Mind and Deeds) Award winners [...]
College Fair Provides Insight into Higher Education Possibilities
On March 30, the Asian American Civic Association (AACA) hosted seven local colleges and universities, as well as an educational documentation agency, in a college fair aimed at showcasing the kinds of education the organization’s Next Steps Transitional English Program (STEP) students can look forward to after graduating. More than 70 students attended.
Officials from Joplin, Missouri hospital to speak about recovery from 2011 tornado
A leadership team from Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Mo., is coming to Tufts Medical Center to speak about Emergency Management — response, recovery, and rebuilding — and share their powerful story of how, in May of 2011, their hospital was completely destroyed by one of the deadliest tornadoes in United States history. The tornado resulted in over 160 fatalities, injured hundreds more, and left nearly a third of the city of Joplin in ruins. This will be the Joplin leadership group’s only New England speaking appearance. The session will be open to the media, in addition to other hospitals throughout New England, Boston first responder agencies, and state-wide Emergency Management, EMS, Fire, and Law Enforcement personnel.
MassHousing Closes $6.1 Million Loan to Preserve Affordable Housing in Boston
MassHousing announced today that it has closed a $6.1 million loan for the acquisition, preservation and renovation of the 45-unit Lucerne Gardens in Dorchester.
Tufts Medical Center and Floating Hospital for Children Go Tobacco-Free
Smoking and all other forms of tobacco use are now prohibited inside and within 25 feet of all Tufts Medical Center buildings
Hong Kong’s Secretary for Financial Services Speaks on the City’s Role in the Growing China Market
Professor K.C. Chan, Hong Kong’s Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, made an appearance in the financial district last week (March 16) when he spoke on Hong Kong’s economy and financial outlook at the Harvard Club at One Federal Street.
Chinatown Community Forum Draws Large Turnout
The Asian American Civic Association held its spring community forum last week, drawing Chinatown residents interested in learning about discrimination and sexual harassment in the workplace.
Youth Group Wins Visit to White House
A Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center (BCNC) youth group’s video submission was chosen as a Champion of Change honoree by the White House. As a result, the group has been invited to Washington D.C on April 5, 2012.
Jung Chang reveals her inner fire in talk on Wild Swans
Writer Jung Chang finally consented to an adaptation of her best-selling early 90s memoir, Wild Swans: Three Daughters of China, which premiered at the American Repertory Theater (ART) in Cambridge last month. The play’s inventive production design, however, did not distract theater critics enough from what they saw as the show’s shortcomings—a cast of flat characters that portrayed a superficial sweep through of an experience as riveting and emotionally profound as the one Chang evokes in Wild Swans, a tale of China woven through generations of women that recounts the author’s suffering at the hands of Mao Zedong.
AACA, Kwong Kow Chinese School Awarded Grants
Both the Asian American Civic Association and the Kwong Kow Chinese School were awarded grants by the city of Boston’s Partners with Non-Profits program to help with building maintenance and improvement work.
Kam Man Supermarket Opens at South Bay
Kam Man Supermarket opened its new store located at South Bay Center in Dorchester on February 11. The Mayor of Boston – Thomas M. Menino, the mayor of Quincy – Thomas P. Koch, and the mayor of Malden – Gary Christenson were all present at the opening ceremony. Local customers crowded in front of the new store on the first day of its grand opening.
