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East Meets West on UWS w Shen Wei & Cai Guo-Qiang     [WSJ website] 7/1/2009 
Summer Scoops Live with the Wall Street Journal East Meets West on the Upper West Side Announcing a new way to experience The Wall Street Journal's award-winning arts and culture coverage: live and up-close at Lincoln Center. Join your favorite Journal writers in dynamic discussions with cultural innovators from the worlds of music, dance and film. You'll get a peek not only behind the scenes, but also behind the headlines. The inaugural season of the Summer Scoops Live with The Wall Street Journal series kicks off Wednesday, July 1, with a conversation about border-crossing and barrier-breaking between the Journal's former China correspondent Geoffrey Fowler, modern dance choreographer Shen Wei and installation and pyrotechnic artist Cai Guo-Qiang. Don't miss this opportunity to see New York through the eyes ofthe celebrated creators of the most dazzling moments of the 2008 Olympics Opening Ceremonies in Beijing, who chose to build their careers here rather than in their native China. Cai's politically charged works and his "explosion events," featuring gunpowder and fireworks, were the subject of a 2008 solo retrospective at the Guggenheim, the best attended visual arts show in the museum's history. Shen's innovative blend of traditional Chinese dance and Western modern technique won him a MacArthur "genius" grant and an unprecedented five commissions from the Lincoln Center Summer Festival. There are many more exciting events lined up for the season, including Movie Night With The Lumets (director Sidney and screenwriter Jenny) and Mossberg, Moby, Music and More, so after you've purchased your tickets for East Meets West, be sure to check out the complete schedule at WSJ.com/live. We hope to see you on July 1 and throughout the summer! For tickets, visit WSJ.com/live, call CenterCharge at 212.721.6500 or go to the Avery Fisher Hall or Alice Tully Hall Box Office (Broadway at 65th Street).  

 
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MOCA's Chinatown Film Project Premiere     [Museum of Chinese in America website] 7/1/2009 
MOCA's Chinatown Film Project Premiere Wed, Jul 1 from 7pm – 9:30pm Chinatown is an evocative place. It exists in our cities, in our imaginations, on our television screens, and in our memories. It is at once a sprawling, vibrant immigrant community and a forgotten strip mall of buffet restaurants. Chinatown is the ultimate Hollywood metaphor and a space where families still live. The Chinatown Film Project tackles Chinatown's elusiveness and its stereotyped representations by constructing new images for the viewer. The project starts locally, where we ask ten of New York's most exciting filmmakers to present their unique visions of this global icon. Featuring ten original short films: The Guy with the Cigarette directed by Miguel Arteta Church Basement Bomb Shelter directed by Patty Chang New York Night Scene directed by Jem Cohen Kiwi Lotion directed by Cary Fukunaga I Can’t Wait directed by So Yong Kim & Bradley Rust Gray Fortune Cookie directed by Amir Naderi Chinatown: In Their Own Words directed by Sam Pollard Five Approaches directed by Shelly Silver Sunday at 6 directed by Rose Troche Tuesday directed by Wayne Wang & Richard Wong Special Opening Trailer directed by Richard Wong Screening followed by Q&A and reception. A limited number of tickets are available for the CFP Premiere. General Admission $20; MOCA members $15. Please email education@mocanyc.org for more information.  

 
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Shen Wei Dance at Lincoln Ctr     [Lincoln Center website] 7/9/2009 
SHEN WEI DANCE AT LINCOLN CENTER JULY 9-11th Shen Wei Dance Arts in Re– (I, II, III) July 9–11, 2009 Alice Tully Hall, Starr Theater Lincoln Center Festival presents Shen Wei Dance Arts in Re– (I, II, III), the first New York performance of the complete triptych. Part III, The New Silk Road, a New York premiere, was commissioned for the 50th Anniversary. For tickets and more information, visit LincolnCenter.org/Festival 

 
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NYCCC Dough Figurine Workshop in Manhattan     [NYCCC website] 7/11/2009 
NYCCC DOUGH FIGURINE WORKSHOP Saturday, July 11 at 6 pm NY Chinese Cultural Center- 390 Broadway, 2nd fl. NY, NY Create your own intricate animal dough figurines. Learn how to transform pieces of dough into detailed and expressive animals. Take them home as presents and impress your friends and family with this extraordinary skill. This workshop will be held on Saturday, July 11, 6 pm at the NY Chinese Cultural Center- 390 Broadway, 2nd fl. NY NY; All Ages; Admission- $10; To RSVP- (212) 334-3764 x103 or valyn@chinesedance.org Master craftsman, Xun Ye, who is known as the "Famous Flour Figurine Artist", returns to NYCCC, this time presenting the techniques to create beautiful animal dough figurines. In just minutes, learn this ancient Chinese skill from one of the few professionals specializing in this craft today. Contact: Valyn Alviar Ph: 212-334-3764 x103 Fx: 212-334-3768 Valyn@chinesedance.org www.chinesedance.org 

 
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1st Asian American ComiCon at MOCA     [Asian American ComiCon website] 7/11/2009 
The First Asian American ComiCon (AACC) Sat, Jul 11 from 10am – 5pm MOCA, in collaboration with Secret Identities Universe Media, Asian American Writers’ Workshop, Asian CineVision, AsianAmericanComics.com. NYU Asian/Pacific/American Institute and Diamond Comics Distributors, presents a day-long event that explores the unique contemporary role and historical legacy of Asians and Asian Americans in the world of comics and graphic fiction. Unlike most comic cons, AACC is designed as a full-day experience, giving you the chance to listen to, learn from and engage with top creators in both casual and structured settings. In fact, you might want to think of the "Con" in Asian American ComiCon as representing not "convention," but "conference"—or even "conversation." The event will bring together leading Asian and Asian American creators, fans and readers of mainstream and alternative graphic fiction, and the larger Asian American community for a one-of-a-kind gathering, incorporating education, dialogue, spontaneous creativity, intergenerational outreach and the chance for established and emerging talent to show off their work. The day's program includes both free-form opportunities to interact with artists, writers and fans (the Artists Alley, signing sessions and "meet &greets"), dynamic panels, workshops and one-on-one interviews, and a special keynote and award presentation honoring comics superstar and G.I. Joe mythology creator Larry Hama. Featured Guests: • Fred Chao (writer/artist, JOHNNY HIRO) • Bernard Chang (artist, WONDER WOMAN) • Cliff Chiang (artist, GREEN ARROW) • Sean Chen (artist, IRON MAN) • Larry Hama (writer, GI JOE) • Derek Kirk Kim (creator, SAME DIFFERENCE) • Greg Pak (writer, INCREDIBLE HULK) • Khoi Pham (artist, MIGHTY AVENGERS) • Christine Norrie (artist, BREAKING UP) • Christine Strain (colorist, Marvel Comics) • Tak Toyoshima (writer/artist, SECRET ASIAN MAN) Featured Workshop Tracks: Reading Comics Making Comics Spotlight Sessions TICKET INFORMATiON • VIP Pass: $75 • Adult: $25 • MOCA or AAWW Member: $15 • Student (age 11 to 18) and Senior (65 and over): $15 • Child (age 10 and under): Free with Adult Visit www.aacomicon.com for more information and registration. Purchase your tickets before they sell out!  

 
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PACT Camp w Chris Rock - Families, Adoption & Race     [PACT website] 7/16/2009 
Pact Camp 2009: A Gathering for Adoptive Families With Children of Color July 16-20th, 2009 "Putting It All Together: Families, Adoption & Race" Greetings! We at Pact are happy to announce that registration is open for Pact Camp 2009, which we know will be our best camp ever. Camp will be held at Alliance Redwoods Camp & Conference Center in Occidental, California (about 1.5 hours north of San Francisco, near the Russian River). We hope to see you at camp! Susan Ito, Pact Camp Coordinator Pact Camp 2009 Where & When Alliance Redwoods Camp & Conference Center Occidental, California July 16th-20th, 2009 4:00pm Thursday through 1:00pm Monday We Have Another Amazing Camp Planned! We are thrilled to have a very exciting program lined up at camp this year. We're particularly thrilled to welcome Rose "Mama" Rock, author who parented over 27 children, included comedian Chris Rock! Parents will attend a wide range of meaningful educational and recreational programming on parenting, adoption and race with an outstanding staff. We will also offer for adults and kids a huge range fun things: a swimming pool, basketball and volleyball courts, skate park, playground, climbing wall and a thrilling zip line. We are planning a special teen program and Teen Village for our older youth, and a film project headed up by adult adoptee and award-winning filmmaker Phil Bertelsen ("Outside Looking In"). Click here for program details. There will be three housing options available to families who come to camp: families may stay in rustic cabins or lodge rooms. Click here for full descriptions of all the housing options and prices. What will camp cost? As usual, we have a sliding scale for all families. Click here for details regarding program costs. Given these difficult economic times, we need to be assured that a minimum number of families will commit to Pact Camp before we know that it will be financially feasible for Pact to hold the camp. We will need to have a minimum number of families registered by the end of February, so if you think your family wants to attend camp this summer, please do not delay in registering. This year, there will also be a 10% Late Registration Fee for anyone registering after April 20th. Register for Camp NOW! Pact, An Adoption Alliance 4179 Piedmont Avenue Suite 101 Oakland, California 94611 510-243-9460 susanito@pactadopt.org http://www.mailermailer.com/rd?http://www.pactadopt.org We are excited to be planning our 7th family camp and hope that both new and returning families will join us this year. Please visit our online camp home to learn more about all aspects of camp, and click here to see a fabulous slide show from past camps. See you at camp!! Avoid Late Registration Fees! We really need an early commitment from families this year to determine whether or not we will have the minimum number of attendees necessary to make camp feasable this year. Please don't delay in signing up for camp; there will be a 10% late registration fee for those signing up after April 20th.  

 
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Chinese Culture Weekend in Starksboro, Vermont     [Chinese Culture Weekend website] 7/17/2009 
Chinese Culture Weekend July 17-19, 2009 • Starksboro, Vermont • www.cgcvt.org Would you and your family like to learn more about Chinese culture? If so, the Chinese Culture Weekend is the place for you. Families will get a chance to relax, make friends, participate in camp-type activities, and learn more about China and its culture in our lovely valley nestled beneath the Hogback Mountains. Most of the fun is multi-aged; however, there are some programs aimed at adults and older teens. While most families who come to Chinese Culture Weekend have adopted children from China, everyone is welcome. • Make new friends • Practice Tai Chi • Explore Chinese Holidays • Dance with ribbons • Go for a hike • Tie a Chinese Knot • Swim in the creek • Discuss a Chinese book • Try your skill at brush painting • Watch a Chinese movie • Gaze at the stars Questions? contact Carole Blane 802-881-8278 or Elin Melchior at elin@cgcvt.org 

 
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Asian American International Film Festival     [AAIFF website] 7/23/2009 
• Save the dates! Asian American International Film Festival 2009 — July 23-26, 2009 In addition to panels, workshops, and film receptions, this year’s festival will feature the work of over 50 filmmakers during the weekend of July 23-26. For more information about ACV and AAIFF visit: www.asiancinevision.org  

 
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FCC Northern NJ Family Get-together at Tomahawk La     [Tomahawk Lake website] 7/26/2009 
FCC Northern NJ Family Get-together
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Tomahawk Lake in Sparta New Jersey in scenic Sussex County
RSVP to MaryLou Berhang at fccnnj@yahoo.com. Please give ages & # of children & # of adults.
Lake Admission is $11/adult; $9.00 children 8 yrs and under. CASH ONLY at the Park entrance which is open 9AM - 7 PM.
FCC Northern NJ invites you to spend a fun and relaxing day at Tomahawk Lake located in Sparta NJ – scenic Sussex County. The parks grounds are situated on 200 breathtaking acres that come complete with everything a family could ask including an 18-hole miniature golf course, rustic outdoor beer garden featuring live music on the weekends, souvenir shops, softball field, horse-shoe and volleyball areas, an old fashioned picnic area with more than 800 tables and New Jersey's largest white sand beach featuring an incredible 20-acre lake & water slides for the older children & shallow section for the toddlers. There are bathrooms/changing facilities as well as food vendor stands. Event will be cancelled in case of rain.
Admission is $11/adult and children $9.00 8 year old and under. CASH ONLY at the Park entrance which is open 9 AM to 7 PM. This admission price includes parking, beach, lake swimming, picnic tables and Kiddie water world. Waterslides boats, and golf are additional. Bring your picnic and enjoy with FCC families. All family members welcomed. Come & meet our new board members & their families. They are a great group with wonderful ideas for upcoming programs.
Please look for the RED plastic tablecloths on the picnic tables which are to the left side of lake. Look also for the RED beach blankets for our group which will be near the duck/swan boat rides. We will be there by 8AM to mark the 2 areas. Both areas are on the same side of the lake. Please RSVP if you will be attending to MaryLou Berhang at fccnnj@yahoo.com. Please give ages & # of children & # of adults. All inquiries to same email please.
Directions & info can be found at www.tomahawklake.com. Further information about Tomahawk Lake contact 973-398-7777.
 
































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