Tag: library
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Hmong Diaspora exhibit aims to preserve heritage
Two large red and green banners drape the ceiling of the La Crosse Public Library, part of the “Hmong Diaspora: A Spotlight Collection.” “It’s a heritage story that is not well known by millennials … Full story: https://lacrossetribune.com/news/local/hmong-diaspora-exhibit-aims-to-preserve-heritage/article_9b75f38a-9b4f-11ed-8b84-abf4c02ef026.html
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Hmong Diaspora exhibit aims to preserve heritage
Two large red and green banners drape the ceiling of the La Crosse Public Library, part of the “Hmong Diaspora: A Spotlight Collection.” “It’s a heritage story that is not well known by millennials … Full story: https://lacrossetribune.com/news/local/hmong-diaspora-exhibit-aims-to-preserve-heritage/article_9b75f38a-9b4f-11ed-8b84-abf4c02ef026.html
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Christmas fireworks, Hmong basketball tournament among 5 things to do in Catawba County
The third annual Christmas Kaboom features fireworks choreographed to a festive Christmas soundtrack. The run time is approximately 20 to 25 minutes. Before the fireworks, enjoy food trucks, vendors, … Full story: https://hickoryrecord.com/life-entertainment/local/events/catawba-county-nc-5-things-to-do-this-weekend-christmas-fireworks-hickory-motor-speedway-grinch-paint-and-sip-painted-grape-hmong-basketball-tournament-hickory-metro-convention-center-holidays-around-the-world-patrick-beaver-memorial-library-christmas-market-valley-hills-mall/article_ec9d46c6-ab4e-11ef-bf94-8b0e23ca14a7.html
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Classic ballet ‘Swan Lake’ takes flight at Fargo Theatre
The Hmong family moved to Minnesota in 1980 from a refugee camp in Thailand after fleeing the Hmong genocide in Laos. The poet will talk about her works at the Moorhead Public Library at 2 p.m. Full story: https://www.inforum.com/lifestyle/arts-and-entertainment/classic-ballet-swan-lake-takes-flight-at-fargo-theatre
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Artist Shoua Yang to hold cultural relief printmaking workshop in Viroqua
McIntosh Memorial Library will host an enriching evening of art and culture on Thursday, Oct. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the program room. Local artist Shoua Yang of … Full story: https://lacrossetribune.com/news/community/vernonbroadcaster/artist-shoua-yang-to-hold-cultural-relief-printmaking-workshop-in-viroqua/article_97be83bc-7d0a-11ef-8aad-dff39c94be03.html
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‘Seeing heavy use’: Kaukauna Public Library’s Little Free Pantry in need of more food as demand spikes
“This has continued to expand. Obviously, we’ve seen prices increase, and that puts a burden on families.” Hmong Festival returns to Brown County Fairgrounds with tribute to Hmong Heroes of the … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/seeing-heavy-kaukauna-public-library-003845396.html
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‘Part of the reason I succeeded is not giving up,’ says Valley City native, composer Jocelyn Hagen
Other presenters this season include Theodore Roosevelt historian and CEO of the Roosevelt Presidential Library, Edward O’Keefe on Oct. 22. Child safety advocate Patty Wetterling, will speak on April … Full story: https://www.inforum.com/lifestyle/arts-and-entertainment/part-of-the-reason-i-succeeded-is-not-giving-up-says-valley-city-native-composer-jocelyn-hagen
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State Grants to Boost Cultural Programs at Hmong Association, L.E. Phillips Library
Public cultural projects by two Eau Claire organizations are among the statewide recipients of $60,000 in grants from Wisconsin Humanities. The Eau Claire Area Hmong Mutual Assistance Association and … Full story: https://volumeone.org/articles/2024/06/25/344418-state-grants-to-boost-cultural-programs-at-hmong-association
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Manitowoc, don’t miss these events this week, including the Maritime Marathon and a World War I encampment.
Wisconsin Maritime Museum is at 75 Maritime Drive. Manitowoc Public Library is hosting “A Hmong Cultural Symposium: An Exploration of Hmong-American Identity” from 5 to 7:45 p.m. May 30. On the topic … Full story: https://www.htrnews.com/story/entertainment/events/2024/05/28/manitowoc-events-include-maritime-marathon-and-world-war-i-encampment/73836190007/
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Lester Public Library in Two Rivers to host ‘World on the Move’ national exhibit examining migration histories
MANITOWOC — Lester Public Library in Two Rivers is one of 15 libraries in the U.S. that will host an exhibition aiming to help people appreciate migration histories — their own and those of others — … Full story: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/local/2024/03/16/world-on-the-move-national-exhibit-coming-to-two-rivers-lester-library/72994665007/
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Library to host Asian-American Festival
A day of educational and entertaining events, including a Japanese tea ceremony and dance performances, is scheduled for Saturday. Read Full Article
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Pilot exhibit at Eau Claire library showing how Hmong Americans resettled in Wisconsin
This is presented by a collective of Hmong Americans across the state of Wisconsin working to create a larger exhibit to be launched in 2025 commemorating fifty years of Hmong … Read Full Article
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Diaspora, resilience and commonground: Hmong culture celebrated in Library Gallery’s latest exhibit
Project HMONG’s ‘Cloth as Community’ exhibit had its opening reception on Thursday at Sac State’s University Library Gallery. It showcases the Hmong community’s historical use of textiles to record … Read Full Article
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Hmong Diaspora exhibit aims to preserve heritage
Two large red and green banners drape the ceiling of the La Crosse Public Library, part of the “Hmong Diaspora: A Spotlight Collection.” … Read Full Article