THE APPA Newsletter

THE APPA Newsletter

June 30, 2004

See This Weekend

4^th of July: http://www.fourth-of-july-celebrations.com/

http://www.usacitylink.com/usa/

MISSION STATEMENT:

Promote full utilization of the capabilities of the Enterprise's employees and champion the betterment of the company and community. Promote interest in Asian Pacific issues and culture and act as a bridge to all groups within our community.

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ed. by Douglas Ikemi

(dkikemi@pacbell.net)

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The internet site is at:

www.apa-pro.org

Our own domain name, apa-pro.org, stands for Asian Pacific American Professionals. www.apa-pro.org/ gives you a menu of AP organization websites.

Back issues of the newsletter for all of 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2003 are available on the website if you want to look up some past event.

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APPA Board Meeting Schedule for 2004:

Evening meetings open to the public will be at the Hilton Garden Inn, 2100 Mariposa Ave.(corner of Nash)‎‎ 310/726-0100.

(coming soon)

Detailed, updated calendar is available on the internet at www.apa-pro.org in Acrobat and Excel formats [I’ll update it someday when I have some more time] . Please send in information on cultural events and news items. Thanks to those who have.

Long range calendar items:

Chinatown Farmers Market Every Thursday, 3:00pm to 7:00pm Chinatown Business Improvement District http://www.ChinatownLA.com/ For Information (213)‎ 680-0243

June 19 - July 25 Contemporary Japanese Crafts at the George J. Doizaki Gallery in the JACCC. This exhibition explores the heart of late 20th century Japanese applied arts combining centuries of rich tradition with contemporary aesthetics. Highlighted are more than 60 striking examples of ceramic, wood and iron works providing insights into contemporary Japanese crafts. This exhibit examines the themes of functionality, artistic expression and the use of materials. Concurrently, the works of contemporary bamboo artist Hajime Nakatomi will be on special exhibit. Hours: Tuesday- Friday, 12noon- 5pm, Saturday and Sunday, 11am- 4pm. Closed on Mondays and Holidays. For more information, call (213) 628-2725. Admission Free. http://www.jaccc.org/event_%20related/jaccc_calendar.html#anchor1193502

June 18 – September 20, Chinese Art from the Permanent Collection at the Norton Simon Museum. Revealing the breadth of the Museum’s Asian holdings, this intimate exhibition showcases a selection of Chinese works of art, the majority of which are on view at the Museum for the first time. Buddhist artworks in the exhibition include a limestone Stele with Buddhas, Bodhisattvas and Donors, dated 478, from the Northern Wei Dynasty (386–534), a marble Torso of the Buddha, c. 577, from the Northern Qi Dynasty (550–577); and two seventh- to eighth-century marbles, Meditating Buddha and Bodhisattva, from the Tang Dynasty (618–907). The exhibition also presents a number of gilt bronze and lacquered wood sculptures dating to the Qing Dynasty (1644–1912), a period when Tibetan Buddhism played an important role in China. The wrathful female deity Simhavaktra is represented, as is the couple Chakrasamvara and Vajravarahi, locked in a sensual embrace (yab-yum).The museum is open 12-6PM, closed Tuesdays, 12-9 Friday only. The Museum is located at 411 W. Colorado Blvd. in Pasadena on the corner of Orange Grove and Colorado Boulevard at the intersection of the Foothill (210) and Ventura (134) freeway. http://www.nortonsimon.org/

July 2-5 AnimeExpo at the Anaheim Convention Center. http://www.anime-expo.org/index2004.html

July 3 West Covina Higashi Honganji Buddhist Temple Obon summer carnival and Bon-odori, 1203 W. Puente Ave., West Covina, 91790

July 3 Senshin Buddhist Temple Obon summer carnival and Bon-odori, 1311 W. 37^th St., LA 90007, , 323-731-4617

July 10 Booklaunching - Ninotchka Rosca debuts her new book, Jose Maria Sison: at Home in the World. Conversations with Ninotchka Rosca. The Philippine Expressions Bookshop, in cooperation with the International League of People's Struggles, and GABRIELA Network-US, presents the launch of Ninotchka Rosca's new book, Jose Maria Sison: at Home in the World. "The language of counter-terrorism is used to justify deportations, secret arrests, secret trials and a presumption of guilt before innocence. It is important for each of us to understand the circumstances, both real and imagined, under which individuals and organizations are labeled terrorists. The case of Jose Ma. Sison, a Filipino, is a study of those dismal circumstances." - Ninotchka Rosca. Ninotchka Rosca is an internationally acclaimed journalist and novelist from the Philippines. She has also been active around issues of human rights, freedom of expression and women's rights. She was the founding chair of the women's solidarity organization GABRIELA Network USA. The event is part of the ongoing community outreach program of Philippine Expressions Bookshop, the mail order bookshop dedicated to Filipino Americans in search of their roots. 2114 Trudie Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes,CA 90275-2006. International League of People's Struggles is a league made up of progressive local and international organizations that work towards Peace based on justice. Website: www.ilps2001.com. Gabriela Network-US is a US-based Filipino women's solidarity organization. Gabriela-Network chairperson: <chair@gabnet.org>. 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Manila Terrace, 2838 W. Temple Street in historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles, CA 90026. Free; Seats are limited. RSVP. For more information please contact Linda Nietes, Tel: 310-514-9139, Email lindanietes@earthlink.net

July 10 Oxnard Buddhist Temple Obon summer carnival and Bon-odori, 250 S. H. St., Oxnard, 93030, 805-483-5948.

July 10-11 Zenshuji Temple Obon summer carnival and Bon-odori, 123 S. Hewitt St., LA (Little Tokyo) 90012, 213-624-8650, 11AM-8PM

July 10-11 LA Hongwanji Buddhist Temple Obon summer carnival and Bon-odori, 815 E. 1^st St., 90012, 213-680-9130

July 10-11 2004 Lotus Festival sponsored by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks. Saturday- 12:00 Noon to 9:00 pm, Sunday - 12:00 Noon to 9:00 pm (The dates coincides with the blooming of the Lotus Flower) Echo Park in Los Angeles, California, located on Park Avenue between Glendale Avenue and Echo Park Boulevard, just north of the Hollywood (101) and Pasadena (110) freeway junction, near Dodger Stadium. GENERAL PARKING LOCATIONS:

LOGAN STREET SCHOOL: 1711 W. Montana Street, Los Angeles. Cross streets Lemoyne St. and Montana St.

ECHO PARK BASEBALL DIAMOND: 1632 Bellevue Ave, Los Angeles. Cross streets Temple St. and Glendale Blvd

CITY OF ANGELS MEDICAL CENTER:1711 W. Temple St, Los Angeles. Cross Streets Temple St. and Glendale Blvd. For info call (213) 485-8743, FAX (213) 485-8746, Mary Bingham, Festival Chairperson, Irena Seta, Festival Assistant. Email: Lotus@rap.lacity.org, www.laparks.org/grifmet/lotus.htm

July 11 Storytelling, Rondalla Concert, Filipino Martial Arts Workshop. Three Sunday afternoon activities at the UCLA Fowler Museum. In conjunction with the exhibit of heritage photos of Filipino Americans in Northern California in the 1940s and 1950s, "Through My Father's Eyes" at the Fowler Museum (Museum Hours 12 noon - 5:00 p.m.)

2 pm

Filipino Storytelling

Join guests from the Filipino American Library as they tell wonderful stories from the Library’s collections in the Museum Courtyard.

3 pm

Filipino American Library Pamana Rondalla

Hear rondalla — an ensemble of plucked string instruments, including the banduria, octavina, laud, and a rhythm section made up of gitara (guitar) and bass — performed by this local group composed of children and adults. Held outside the Museum in the Amphitheater.

3:45

Filipino Martial Arts Workshop with Expert Eskrimador Arnold A. Noche. Held outside the Museum in the Amphitheater.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Fowler Museum of Cultural History, UCLA Campus, Los Angeles, CA 90095. Free and open to the public. Parking in Lot 4 costs $7. For more information please contact Barbara Gaerlan, Tel: 310-206-9163, Email cseas@international.ucla.edu, www.international.ucla.edu

July 11, Kyogen master Izumi Motoya performs at the James Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Dr., Torrance, $30-50, 310-532-5921.

July 16 Lecture: Treasures Revealed: Chinese Art at the Norton Simon Museum by Dr. Louise Yuhas, Department Chair, Art History and Visual Arts, Occidental College. 7:00 PM http://www.nortonsimon.org/exhibitions/exhibition_detail.asp?exhib_name=Chinese%20Art%20from%20the%20Permanent%20Collection

July 17-18 Orange County Buddhist Church Obon summer carnival and Bon-odori, 909 S. Dale Ave., Anaheim, 92804, 714-827-9590, Sat 2-9PM, Sun 2-8:30PM.

July 17-18 Pasadena Buddhist Church Obon summer carnival and Bon-odori, 1993 Glen Ave, Pasadena 91103, 626-798-4781

July 17-18 Venice Hongwanji Buddhist Temple Obon summer carnival and Bon-odori, 12371 Braddock Dr., Culver City 90230, 310-391-4351

,July 17 Discussion - Nonviolence and Social Change: A Dialogue and Lunch with Dwarko Sundrani At California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. The Ahimsa Center presents, "Nonviolence and Social Change: A Dialogue and Lunch with Dwarko Sundrani." This Ahimsa Center Dialogue will focus on experiments in nonviolent social change and will highlight the critical link between spiritual development and socio-economic development—an idea central in the life and work of Mahatma Gandhi as well as the savant-saint Vinoba Bhave. Dwarko Sundrani will share his own insights and anecdotal stories of nonviolent transformation brought about by Vinoba Bhave, including peaceful surrender and rehabilitation of the Dacoits in the Chambal Valley of India. Suggested Contribution at the Door: General $10, K-12 Educators and Students $6. For more information, contact: Professor Tara Sethia, Director, Ahimsa Center (909) 869-3868 or tsethia@csupomona.edu. 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona: Blue Room, Los Olivos Commons, 3801 West Temple Avenue, Pomona , CA 91768. RSVP by July 10, 2004. Email: tsethia@csupomona.edu, www.csupomona.edu/ahimsacenter

July 24 Ho'ike 2004 Halau Hula a Kawka Laua 'o Leinani and the Kalika Band 8th Annual Fundraiser Concert at the George & Sakaye Aratani/Japan America Theatre. Dances of the South Pacific to be performed by the students of Halau Hula a Kawika laua 'o Leinani. Over 100 dancers, children and adults, will be on stage along with the Hawaiian band Kalika. A great 2 hours on Entertainment!! Bring the Ohana for this colorful and lively performance. Tickets: $15 per person, general seating. To charge by phone contact the box office or call (909) 396-4775. More info: call the Box Office at 213.680.3700

July 17 Okinawa Dance Group Hanyakara will appear at the Aratani/Japan America Theatre, 244 S. San Pedro St., LA 90012, 2 and 6:30PM, $35-45,

July 24-25 Tofu Festival http://www.tofufest.org/

July 24-25 Higashi Hongwanji Obon summer carnival and Bon-odori, 505 E. 3^rd St., LA 90013, 213-626-4200

July 24-25 San Fernando Valley Hongwanji Buddhist Temple Obon summer carnival and Bon-odori, 9450 Remick Ave., Pacoima 91331, 818-899-4030

July 24-25 WLA Buddhist Temple Obon summer carnival and Bon-odori,2003 Corinth Ave., LA 90025, 310-477-7274

July 31, Aug 1 Gardena Buddhist Church Obon summer carnival and Bon-odori, 1517 W. 166^th St., Gardena 90247, 310-327-9400

Aug 7-15 Nisei Week http://www.niseiweek.org/

Sept 11-12Festival of Philippine Arts & Culture, Pt. Fermin, San Pedro. For more info call 213-389-3050, fpac@fialamarts.org, www.filamarts.org+

Aug 27 Van Cliburn competition winner Jon Nakamatsu performs at the Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Blvd., Hollywood at 8PM, $12-25, call 323-461-3673.

November 6th & 7th Aquarium of the Pacific Autumn Festival Celebrating the cultures of Japan, China, Korea and Cambodia, http://www.pasadenacherryblossom.org/autumnfest.htm

The Van Nuys Japanese Garden needs volunteers on Sundays in work in the Shoin Tea House, 11AM-3PM, 1 or 2 Sundays each month. Volunteers needed to either prepare tea or serve. Gift shop volunteers also needed, Mon-Thu and Sunday, mornings or afternoons, 2-3 hour shifts. Contact: The Japanese Garden, Attn: Betty Ethridge, 6100 Woodley Ave., Van Nuys, CA 91406.

This Weekend (and earlier)

July 2-5 AnimeExpo at the Anaheim Convention Center. http://www.anime-expo.org/index2004.html

July 3 West Covina Higashi Honganji Buddhist Temple Obon summer carnival and Bon-odori, 1203 W. Puente Ave., West Covina, 91790

July 3 Senshin Buddhist Temple Obon summer carnival and Bon-odori, 1311 W. 37^th St., LA 90007, , 323-731-4617

June 29 - July 7, 2004 Exhibition - Korean Character and Comics Expo At the Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles (KCCLA) Presented by The Korea Culture & Content Agency, the Korean Character and Comics Expo is an exhibition of Korean Comics, and, the Top 10 Licensed Characters of 2003. The massive success of “Mashimaro” in Southeast Asia, and “PUCCA” in Europe, is driving the next wave of new Korean characters. The exhibition also highlights the rising popularity of Korean Comics, or “man-hwa”, in America. The dynamic relationship between Korean licensed characters and comics is creative and exciting and promises to be a driving force of Korean entertainment. Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles (KCCLA)- Media Content Room, 1st floor, 5505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036. Cost: Free. Special Instructions: Monday to Friday: 10 am - 5 pm; Saturday: 10 am - 1pm; Closed Sundays and holidays. For more information please contact: Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles (KCCLA) Tel: 323-936-7141. Website: www.kccla.org/index.asp

July 01 Film Screening - Taeguki At the Korean Cultural Center, Ari Hall The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (KCCLA) presents as part of its Korean Film Series and reopening program a screening of "Taegukgi" (2004). The highly anticipated Korean War film drama from the director of the runaway hit, "Shiri." The Korean title is named after the South Korean flag, Taegukgi tells the poignant story of two brothers from Seoul who are forcibly conscripted into the army shortly after the outbreak of the Korean War in June 1950. *All Films are in Korean language with English subtitles. 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM. Korean Cultural Center, 3rd Floor, Ari Hall, 5505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036. Cost: Free. For more information please contact: Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (KCCLA) Tel: (323) 936-7141, Email: cinema@kccla.org

Website: www.kccla.org/html/cinema_Film_Festival.asp

Other films:

Untold Scandal (2003)

Screening Dates & Time : Friday, July 2 at 700 PM

Starring: Bae Yong-jun, Jun Do-yeon, Lee Mi-sook

Director: E J-yong

Genre: Drama, 120min.

Overview: Untold Scandal, a period drama set during the Joseon Dynasty (1392 -1910), is a well-crafted remake of Dangerous Liaisons, which tells the story of an infamous "Casanova" and an irresistible seductress who both attempt to corrupt a virtuous young widow. Praised for its vivid characterizations and extravagant set and costumes, this film was honored at both the Pusan and the Berlin film festivals. Elvis Mitchell of the New York Times called it a "viciously purring Korean comedy of sexual conquest."

Oseam (2003)

Screening Dates & Time : Saturday, July 3 at 5:00 PM

Starring: Kang Soo-yun, Jung Woung-in, Choi Jung-yeoun

Director: Seong, Baek-Yeop

Genre: Adventure, 75min.

Overview: Five-year-old Gil-son and his elder sister Gam have only one wish: to meet their mother for the first time. After they decide to embark on a journey to find her, they meet a monk named Seol-jeong, who encourages Gil-son and Gam to pray that the eyes of their hearts open wide to find not only their mother, but also true meaning in their quest. A fantastic animated adventure ensues¡¦

Sword in the Moon (2003)

Screening Dates & Time : Sunday, July 4 at 5:00 PM

Starring: Cho jae-hyun, Choi Min-soo, Kim Bo-kyung

Director: Ui-seok Kim

Genre: Action/Drama, 103min.

Overview: Two former comrades find each other on opposite sides of a conflict involving the mysterious murders of high-placed officials in this sweeping historical epic set in 17th century Korea. Gorgeously shot, and boasting ballistic fight scenes, this engrossing swashbuckler provides action and intrigue in equal measure.

For free ticket information, please call (323) 936 - 7141

or email: cinema@kccl.org

July 02 Performance - The Korean Tea Ceremony & The Experience of the Korean Traditional Costume At the Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles. Participants can experience an authentic Korean Tea Ceremony and adorn themselves in an exquisitely elegant Korean Traditional Costume (Hanbok). Presented by the Korean Tea Ritual Association L.A. The Korean Tea Ceremony or Da Do (The Way of Tea) is a time-honored institution that is rooted in Korean tradition. It was founded on the basis of adoration for the beauty of life as well as the recognition of a new life through drinking tea. The traditional Korean costume is known as the Hanbok. As a prominent symbol of Korean culture, the Hanbok not only incorporates Korean history by paralleling the development of a nation, but also represents the ideologies of Korean people. Koreans continue to wear these elegant short jackets and long skirts which on special ceremonies such as weddings and on traditional holidays. 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Korean Cultural Center, 1st Floor, Museum

5505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036. Cost: Free Tel: (323) 936 - 7141

Website: www.kccla.org/index.asp

July 06 Performance - Traditional Korean Music and Melody At the Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles. The Korean Classical Music Institute of America, which was founded in 1973, presents "Traditional Korean Music and Melody." The program will consist of the finest music and folk songs of Korea such as a performance of Sujech’on (Court Music), a Daegeum (Large Transverse Bamboo Flute) melody, a solo performance of Gagok (Lylics), and a presentation of Pansori (Solo Operatic Folk Music), and much more. 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM. Korean Cultural Center, 3rd Floor, Ari Hall, 5505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036. Cost: Free

Tel: (323) 936 - 7141 Website: www.kccla.org/index.asp

Last Weekend(s)

I went to:

Reception and Talk with Alberta Lee

Saturday, June 26

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Where:

Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles

Long Beach Office

110 Pine Ave., Suite 420

Long Beach, CA 90802

We're very pleased to present a special talk by Alberta Lee, civil rights activist and daughter of Dr. Wen Ho Lee. Dr. Lee had worked 25 years as a physicist at Los Alamos National Laboratory when he was arrested in 1999, accused of spying and stealing nuclear secrets. After nine months in prison, he was exonerated with a judge's apology. Currently a student at the University of California, Davis School of Law, Ms. Lee will discuss her father's case and its lessons for the APA community. She will speak on how the events of the past few years sparked her ongoing interest in activism, and how her future career in law fits into this. Refreshments will be provided; when you RSVP, let us know if you'd like to join us for dinner afterwards in newly renovated downtown Long Beach! This event is co-sponsored with the Legal Special Interest Group of Asian Professional Exchange (APEX).

I also paid a quick visit to the Contemporary Japanese Crafts exhibit at the JACCC in Little Tokyo. (see notice above)

The weekend before I make a visit to the new Chinese American Museum on Olvera Street . www.camla.org, which is compact but looks promising.

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LA Times: (The Times are requiring registration again, but you might as well sign up for the free on-line access to their articles. This week they may even be accessible without registration. Calendar articles are usually only accessible with a paid subscription.)

June 26 Wal-Mart Lawsuit Could Pave Way for Other Massive Job-Bias Claims

More class actions against big firms may have their day in court. But obstacles abound.

By Lisa Girion, Times Staff Writer

http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-reverb26jun26,1,4973825.story

June 27 GOOD TURNS

Activism Beckons a New Generation of Cambodians

Khmer Girls in Action, an all-female group, tackles issues within a traditional community that dissuades women from speaking out.

By Jean-Paul Renaud, Times Staff Writer

http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-gdturns27jun27,1,4250732.story

June 27 STYLE / GARDENS

Sculpted by nature

Ferns of All Shapes and Sizes Adorn a Botanist's Home