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Conversation with Lisa See
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Meet the Author

Untold Stories of Female Friendship and Immigration: A Conversation with Lisa See

03 Mar 2021
7 - 8:15 p.m.
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Bestselling author Lisa See ('The Island of Sea Women') will speak with Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni on her work and the themes of immigration, identity, and friendship that make her novels so compelling.
Lunar New Year 2021

Lunar New Year 2021: A Virtual Celebration

Join us for online activities as we welcome the Year of the Ox with performances, arts and crafts, and food inspired by Lunar New Year traditions across Asia! Activities will be released over three weeks in February.
Fareed Zakaria Ten Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World
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Discussion

A Transformed Post-Pandemic World: Conversation With CNN's Fareed Zakaria

04 Mar 2021
7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
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Join us for a conversation with renowned journalist Fareed Zakaria on how the pandemic is speeding up history, a glimpse into the world already in the making, and how our choices today affect the future. This event is members-only.
2021 ExploreAsia YLI

Register Now for Asia Society's 2021 Summer Youth Programs!

Summer 2021 at Asia Society Texas Center features five weeks of ExploreAsia summer camps and three weeks of the Young Leaders Institute for high school students. Registration is now open!
Front Lawn Film Nights Crazy Rich Asians
Film

Front Lawn Film Nights: 'Crazy Rich Asians'

05 Mar 2021
8 - 10 p.m.
Join us for Front Lawn Film Nights, a series of Asian and Asian American films screened outdoors on our festival lawn! 'Crazy Rich Asians' screens on Friday, March 5.
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Webcast Houston Chefs COVID Chris Shepherd Chris Williams

Chefs Chris Shepherd, Chris Williams Discuss Supporting Houston Communities during COVID-19

In conversation with Fox 26's Natalie Hee, Houston chefs Chris Shepherd and Chris Williams shared how their restaurants have withstood the COVID-19 pandemic and how their respective nonprofits have responded to the local community's needs.

Events

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Class

[VIRTUAL COURSE] Korean Language Class: Level I (Mondays, Spring 2021)

11 Jan 2021
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
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Asia Society Texas Center, in partnership with the Houston Korean Education Center, is pleased to offer online Korean Language I classes for adults. This class takes place weekly on Mondays, January through May 2021.
Online
Class

[VIRTUAL COURSE] Korean Language Class: Level I (Tuesdays, Spring 2021)

12 Jan 2021
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
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Asia Society Texas Center, in partnership with the Houston Korean Education Center, is pleased to offer online Korean Language I classes for adults. This class takes place weekly on Mondays, January through May 2021.
Online
Meet the Author

Untold Stories of Female Friendship and Immigration: A Conversation with Lisa See

03 Mar 2021
7 - 8:15 p.m.
Houston Time
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Bestselling author Lisa See ('The Island of Sea Women') will speak with Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni on her work and the themes of immigration, identity, and friendship that make her novels so compelling.
Online
Discussion

A Transformed Post-Pandemic World: Conversation With CNN's Fareed Zakaria

04 Mar 2021
7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Houston Time
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Join us for a conversation with renowned journalist Fareed Zakaria on how the pandemic is speeding up history, a glimpse into the world already in the making, and how our choices today affect the future. This event is members-only.
Film

Front Lawn Film Nights: 'Crazy Rich Asians'

05 Mar 2021
8 - 10 p.m.
Join us for Front Lawn Film Nights, a series of Asian and Asian American films screened outdoors on our festival lawn! 'Crazy Rich Asians' screens on Friday, March 5.
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Online

Town Hall: The Road Ahead for U.S.–China Relations

10 Mar 2021
7 - 8:30 p.m.
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In a sequel to our January webcast on U.S.–China relations, join us for a virtual town hall with Bush China Foundation president and CEO David Firestein, who will answer questions about one of the world's most important relationships.
Film

Front Lawn Film Nights: 'Bend It Like Beckham'

19 Mar 2021
8 - 10 p.m.
Join us for Front Lawn Film Nights, a series of Asian and Asian American films screened outdoors on our festival lawn! 'Bend It Like Beckham' screens on Friday, March 19.
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Online
Discussion

Technology and Social Innovation: A Conversation With Taiwan's Digital Minister Audrey Tang

25 Mar 2021
7 - 8 p.m.
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What lessons can be learned from Taiwan's creative use of technology, social innovation, and societal cooperation in combating the coronavirus pandemic? A conversation on digital democracy, open government, and deploying "civic tech."
Film

Front Lawn Film Nights: 'Enter the Dragon'

09 Apr 2021
8 - 10 p.m.
Join us for Front Lawn Film Nights, a series of Asian and Asian American films screened outdoors on our festival lawn! 'Enter the Dragon' screens on Friday, April 9.
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Film

Front Lawn Film Nights: 'Searching'

07 May 2021
8 - 10 p.m.
Join us for Front Lawn Film Nights, a series of Asian and Asian American films screened outdoors on our festival lawn! 'Searching' screens on Friday, May 7.
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Online
Discussion

Trailblazer and Tycoon: Conversation on Success and Leadership with Ethan Allen's Chairman and CEO Farooq Kathwari

26 May 2021
7 - 8 p.m.
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Ethan Allen Chairman and CEO Farooq Kathwari discusses his career at the helm of one of the country's leading manufacturers and retailers of home furnishings, his leadership in civic and interfaith organizations, and more.
Film

Front Lawn Film Nights: 'To Be Takei'

11 Jun 2021
8 - 10 p.m.
Join us for Front Lawn Film Nights, a series of Asian and Asian American films screened outdoors on our festival lawn! 'To Be Takei' screens on Friday, June 11.
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Online

2021 ExploreAsia: Culture Camp for Kids

14 Jun 2021
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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ANIMATED STORIES: A STOP-MOTION ANIMATION AND WRITING VIRTUAL CAMP: Work with a professional Writers in the Schools (WITS) writer to create your own stories and poems, then bring them to life via stop-motion animation!
Online

2021 Young Leaders Institute: U.S.–China Relations

21 Jun 2021
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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Designed to prepare high school students for leadership roles in an increasingly interconnected world, this session will explore the nuanced and evolving relationship between the world's two largest economies with an eye toward the future.

2021 ExploreAsia: Culture Camp for Teens

21 Jun 2021
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
ART AND SOCIAL JUSTICE: Teen voices are powerful forces for social change. In this camp for teens, learn about various cultures and social justice issues to help develop artistic tools to be in conversation with what you see in the world.
Film

Front Lawn Film Nights: 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon'

25 Jun 2021
8 - 10 p.m.
Join us for Front Lawn Film Nights, a series of Asian and Asian American films screened outdoors on our festival lawn! 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' screens on Friday, June 25.
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2021 ExploreAsia: Culture Camp for Kids

28 Jun 2021
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
MANGA POP!: Back by popular demand! Beginner to Advanced students will learn new skills to bring comics to life on paper and on the web, all inspired by the Japanese manga style.

2021 ExploreAsia: Culture Camp for Kids

12 Jul 2021
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
PLAYFUL PLAYWRIGHTS: Inspired by Asian mythology, explore character, setting, and story structure to generate your own 5-minute play! At the end of camp, participate in a supportive workshop performance of your scripts.
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2021 Young Leaders Institute: Public Health

12 Jul 2021
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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Designed to prepare high school students for leadership roles in an increasingly interconnected world, this session will examine the complex nature of public health, including the roles of scientists, healthcare workers, and others.

2021 ExploreAsia: Culture Camp for Kids

19 Jul 2021
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
EXPLORE INDIA: Journey across India as a globetrotting adventurer! Experience the arts, drama, music, and food of various cultures of India. On each day of camp, learn about Indian celebrations, holidays, and traditions.

2021 Young Leaders Institute: Social Justice and Civic Engagement

26 Jul 2021
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Designed to prepare high school students for leadership roles in an increasingly interconnected world, this session will explore social and systemic inequities in Houston and across the country, and the importance of civic engagement.

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