Tag: culture
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Jakarta Parishes Strengthen Solidarity to Support Families in Need
Five Catholic parishes in the Archdiocese of Jakarta are strengthening a shared culture of solidarity by supporting families facing illness, bereavement and financial hardship. Full story: https://www.rvasia.org/asian-news/jakarta-parishes-strengthen-solidarity-support-families-need
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‘Music is her weapon’: Nina Simone’s civil rights anthems return to Minneapolis
Tags: arts, civil rights, culture, dance, Her, ICE, immigration, Minneapolis, Minnesota, music, rights, state, story, Twin Cities, womenFour Women” returns to Twin Cities stage; a Minneapolis group exhibit responds to federal immigration enforcement and four festivals bring music and dance to the Minnesota State Fair. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/twin-cities-things-to-do-nina-simone-state-fair-festivals-ice-resistance-art/
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Vietnam’s ‘love market’: Ex-lovers meet each other once a year, and this centuries-old tradition is still alive
Vietnam’s Khau Vai Love Market honors past connections annually. This tradition allows former lovers to reunite and remember their shared history. The market, recognized as cultural heritage, defies … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-in/society-culture-and-history/cultural-events/vietnam-s-love-market-ex-lovers-meet-each-other-once-a-year-and-this-centuries-old-tradition-is-still-alive/ar-AA2atrJy
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Hmong, Lao veterans recognized by Minnesota
They were forgotten fighters, but now, a group of Minnesota veterans are finally being recognized. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/history/hmong-lao-veterans-recognized-by-minnesota/vi-AA29psAm
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Hmong Wausau Festival returns August 1-2 with food, dance, and culture
The Hmong Wausau Festival returns to the People’s Sports Complex Aug. 1-2. The annual festival is one of Central Wisconsin’s largest cultural events. It features traditional Hmong dance performances, … Full story: https://www.waow.com/news/hmong-wausau-festival-returns-august-1-2-with-food-dance-and-culture/article_061a16d8-a57b-47fb-90d7-ccf081a529c6.html
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Hmong Wausau Festival returning Aug. 1-2 with performances, food and sports
The Hmong Wausau Festival is held annually to preserve and promote Hmong culture through music, dance, sports, food and community engagement, while inviting the broader community to experience Hmong … Full story: https://www.wsaw.com/2026/07/28/hmong-wausau-festival-returning-aug-1-2-with-performances-food-sports/
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Hmong Wausau Festival returning Aug. 1-2 with performances, food and sports
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) -The Hmong Wausau Festival returns Aug. 1-2. The Hmong Wausau Festival is held annually to preserve and promote Hmong culture through music, dance, sports, food and community … Full story: https://www.wsaw.com/2026/07/28/hmong-wausau-festival-returning-aug-1-2-with-performances-food-sports/
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Hmong summer enrichment program teaches culture, history and language to Wausau-area students
The Hmong Phoojywg Enrichment Summer Program at Weston Elementary is open to all students from kindergarten through 12th grade, regardless of background, and teaches Hmong culture, history and … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/careersandeducation/hmong-summer-enrichment-program-teaches-culture-history-and-language-to-wausau-area-students/ar-AA28p7Nf
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New Asian street food festival coming to Milwaukee lakefront
A new Asian street food festival is coming to Milwaukee’s Veterans Park this August with food, music and culture. Full story: https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/dining/2026/07/21/asian-street-food-night-market-festival-veterans-park-milwaukee/90956657007/
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At this stunning Vietnamese mountain resort, luxury meets local culture
Nestled among protected terraced rice paddies 200km from Hanoi, Garrya Mu Cang Chai blends bamboo, wellness and local Hmong tradition Standing in a protected heritage landscape in the remote, … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-sg/lifestyle/other/at-this-stunning-vietnamese-mountain-resort-luxury-meets-local-culture/ar-AA27SEW1
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‘Threads of Us’ explores how Minnesota immigrants hold onto home
A photo show explores heritage and home; the annual Taste of Minnesota; a World Cup street fair; and a ‘Ladies of Soul’ show at the Dakota. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/twin-cities-things-to-do-photos-taste-of-minnesota-world-cup-dakota-show/
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This Valley cooking class connects Hmong youth with traditional roots, language. ‘This is a part of our culture’
When Kristy Xiong emigrated as a child from Thailand to the United States in 1992, she learned to hold onto her cultural roots through food. Full story: https://hanfordsentinel.com/community/selma-kingsburg/lifestyles/this-valley-cooking-class-connects-hmong-youth-with-traditional-roots-language-this-is-a-part/article_ad6f7af8-4868-4e49-bbb6-6f9f5e5e748f.html
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Minnesota Star Tribune – News, Sports, Culture & Opinion
Follow the StarTribune for the news, photos and videos from the Twin Cities and beyond. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a4739bd0bdc4026812d417c55685193&url=https%3a%2f%2fcal.startribune.com%2f&c=5855628016386082215&mkt=en-us
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Hmong International Freedom Festival held in St. Paul
Tens of thousands of people gathered in St. Paul on Saturday to celebrate decades of Hmong culture in Minnesota. The Hmong International Freedom Festival, informally known as the Hmong J4, started in … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/articles/hmong-international-freedom-festival-held-025231411.html
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Hmong Freedom Fest, Pride and album release shows pack Twin Cities weekend
Hmong Freedom Fest in St. Paul, soul food in Minneapolis, two album release parties and the annual Twin Cities Pride festival in Loring Park. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/twin-cities-things-to-do-hmong-freedom-fest-soul-food-pride/
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This Valley cooking class connects Hmong youth with traditional roots, language. ‘This is a part of our culture’
Hmong have a rich history in the Central Valley. Over 80,000 call the region their home, with vibrant communities in Fresno, Merced, Stockton and Sacramento counties. Full story: https://www.kvpr.org/arts-culture/2026-06-23/this-valley-cooking-class-connects-hmong-youth-with-traditional-roots-language-this-is-a-part-of-our-culture
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How a festival aims to connect Milwaukee and Sheboygan’s Hmong communities
A new one-day festival celebrating Asian culture is coming to Cedarburg this summer, bringing a marketplace, games and traditional music and dance to the Ozaukee County Fairgrounds on June 13. Roberts … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/video/peopleandplaces/how-a-festival-aims-to-connect-milwaukee-and-sheboygans-hmong-communities/vi-AA24lQ9z