Tag: tradition
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Asian-Americans celebrate church tradition
Now it has grown to include 12 ethnic sub-caucuses: Cambodian, Filipino, Laotian, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese, Hmong, South Asian, Japanese, Pakistani, Middle Eastern, and Taiwanese/Formosan. The organization will soon add two more ethnic sub-caucuses … Read Full Article
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10 Diverse Children’s Books to Celebrate Father’s Day
Chersheng feels sad and helpless when he learns that Grandfather has Alzheimer’s Disease, but then Chersheng’s mother presents him with a story cloth stitched by Grandfather himself, embroidered in the Hmong tradition. They use the cloth to realize … Read Full Article
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Co-working spaces creating a vibe
The ethnic tradition of Vietnam plays a key part in the interior design, highlighted by a décor inspired by Sapa valley and Hmong fabrics. Not only do they enjoy working in the inspired innovative vibe, “hubbers” can use all the basic amenities and … Read Full Article
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La Crosse Diocese announces new Catholic parish to serve Hmong community
The Catholic Diocese of La Crosse announced Sunday that it will form a new parish in Wausau to serve the Hmong community. “It’s with great hope and joy that I welcome our newest parish, whose mission is to bring the Catholic tradition to the Hmong … Read Full Article
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A St. Paul man shares his fishing tradition
Fishing is a big tradition for all kinds of Minnesotans, including many members of the Hmong community. Back in their families’ native homelands of Thailand, Vietnam and Laos, many Hmong lived off the land and were avid anglers and hunters. Chu Xiong of St … Read Full Article
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Dancing skills spotlighted
contemporary ballet; Leaders for a Lifetime’s “Salavan Los Mas,” tradition Hmong dance; Chico State University’s Department of Music and Theatre Arts’ “The Last” contemporary jazz; Ann’s Dance Workshop’s “Rock ’n’ Roll Medley … Read Full Article
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Door County Reads explores Hmong life, culture with ‘The Latehomecomer’
STURGEON BAY – It’s about understanding, making connections and good timing, Laura Kayacan said about this year’s Door County Reads. The 11th annual program, sponsored by the Door County Library system and starting with the tradition Kick-Off Celebration … Read Full Article
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Southern New Year’s tradition transplants to Sacramento
But her Louisiana born grandfather and/or grandmother from Oklahoma brought the tradition here. Monday found her at Jimmy’s Soul Food & Hmong Cuisine in Del Paso Heights ordering up a traditional New Year’s meal including black-eyed peas. Read Full Article
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A Christmas Tradition
Several 4-H trees pay tribute to the founding principles of the organization while Carolyn Vara’s Hmong tree showcases the paj ntau art of our Southeast Asian community. One of these early refugees was Palee Moua. On May 13, 1975, her family fled from … Read Full Article
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Diverse December: Celebrate a multicultural holiday season with your family
In Laos and Thailand, the Hmong New Year is celebrated in November or December at harvest’s end when the year’s work is complete. In the United States, the tradition continues with elaborate dress, engaging activities and a proud display of Hmong heritage. Read Full Article
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Hmong author discusses the ‘bride price’
Mai Neng Moua, a pioneering Hmong author, read from her new nonfiction book last Friday, which questions a common Hmong tradition. Moua said her book, “The Bride Price: A Hmong Wedding Story,” is a memoir of her “journey from trauma,” finding … Read Full Article
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UW Regents urged to put students first in mapping system reorganization
Karger asked regents to put at the center of implementation planning those people — like ethnic Hmong without a tradition of college, low-income people and others who cannot leave their home communities to attend school. “We want a planning process we … Read Full Article
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The History Behind The Honeymoon Tradition: 5 Historical Facts You Probably Did Not Know
Other parts of the world that practiced marriage by capture include Central Asia, the Caucasus region, Southeast Asia(Hmong), Mexico(Tzeltal), and Europe(Romani). This is where the groom with the help of his friends abducts “his bride” and takes … Read Full Article
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WHAT OTHERS SAY: Trump’s damaging new caps on immigrants, refugees
Minnesota, with a long-standing tradition of welcoming refugees, has seen firsthand their contributions, whether Hmong, Somali or Liberian. The Trump administration would be better advised to continue — and even intensify — screening of refugees. Read Full Article
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The Honeymoon Tradition: 5 Historical Facts You Did Not Know
Other parts of the world that practiced marriage by capture include Central Asia, the Caucasus region, Southeast Asia(Hmong), Mexico(Tzeltal), and Europe(Romani). This is where the groom with the help of his friends abducts “his bride” and takes her … Read Full Article
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Excerpts from recent Minnesota editorials
Minnesota, with a long-standing tradition of welcoming refugees, has seen firsthand their contributions, whether Hmong, Somali or Liberian. The Trump administration would be better advised to continue — and even intensify — screening of refugees. Read Full Article
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Virblatt.com offers alternative clothing for men and women
These pants are inspired by the hippie culture and Eastern tradition. The patterns originate from the scarfs woven or embroidered by the South East Asian Hill tribes, Naga and Hmong. The online store is committed to sell unique clothing that is of high … Read Full Article