programs

Celebrate AAPI Month

Thursday, May 1 – Thursday, May 29
3:00 pm – 3:45 pm, during Community Access Thursdays

Join BCM during Community Access Thursdays in May for a series of programs celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

These programs take place during our free Community Access Thursday hours (every Thursday, 2 pm – 5 pm).

Upcoming Workshops

Thursday, May 1: Storytime with Michele Wong McSween

Meet author Michele Wong McSween for an interactive bilingual reading of Gordon & Li Li: All About Me, a charming book where children discover their heads, shoulders, knees, toes, and more. The playful illustrations encourage kids to move and practice words in both English and Mandarin. Get ready to sing and dance, followed by creative coloring activities, and browse Michele’s books and plushies available for purchase.

Thursday, May 8: Storytime with Ran Wei

Join author Ran Wei Baker of Boba Bear Bilingual Books for a special bilingual English-Chinese storytime! Enjoy a reading of 123 NYC with Boba Bear (123 八包熊去纽约玩), sing along to bilingual songs, and create a fun craft inspired by Boba Bear’s own NYC adventure.

Thursday, May 15: Storytelling and Dance Workshop with Ajna Dance Company

Learn expressive hand gestures with Ajna Dance Company as you explore classical Indian dance. Try out movements that tell stories without words, play games that teach unity and kindness, and discover how you can use dance to share powerful messages.

Thursday, May 22: Dumpling Making with Christine Wong

Join author and plant-based chef Christine Wong for an East Asian-style dumpling making workshop. Participants are invited to learn how to roll the dumpling wrappers and fold them in different ways using dough. Get a taste of chef Wong’s delicious handmade veggie dumplings right after!

Thursday, May 29: Mulan by New York Chinese Cultural Center

Watch and join performers from the New York Chinese Cultural Center as they bring the story of Mulan to life. See exciting dance and kung fu demonstrations, then get involved yourself after the show at a hands-on lesson where you’ll learn movements from the performance.

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