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• Christmas in the Park Drive Thru Light Show (thru Jan 1)

  • Start
    November 21, 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • End
    January 01, 2025
  •  
    10:00 PM
  • Location
    History Park, 635 Phelan Ave, San Jose, CA 95112

  

  Thursday, Nov 21st thru Jan 1, 2025

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  $25 Sun-Th / $30 Fri-Sat per car

  
  The Holiday Drive Thru Light Show dazzles you as you slowly cruise through light tunnels, decorated buildings, and giant candy canes programmed to holiday music. The drive through experience is guaranteed to create memories for all.

  For more information and tickets: https://christmasinthepark.com/events/drive-thru-light-show

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• CHCP Corsage Workshop

  • When
    November 22, 2024
  •  
    3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    O’Donahue Family Educational Farm, 555 Fremont Rd, Stanford, CA 94305

  

  On November 22nd, we are co-hosting a hands-on community event honoring Asian American heritage at Stanford. Join us between 3:30-6:00 pm for a corsage-making workshop and poster exhibit on the history of Asian American flower growing, the cultural history of chrysanthemums, and their connection to the Big Game between Stanford and Cal. The event is free to all attendees, with light refreshments and live music. No RSVP is required.

  Flower growing boomed in California in the early 20th century. By 1926, chrysanthemum sales nearly equaled the value of California’s entire wheat crop. Like so many industries, flower farming was fueled by immigrants who came to the US with strong agrarian backgrounds and a penchant for work. Flowers were grown on small Chinese American and Japanese American farms from Belmont to San Jose. The success of the flower-growing industry came despite a period of intense anti-Asian racist sentiment and policy. Strong community connections were key to their success. Family-run farms, including growers around Stanford, sold cut flowers locally and wholesale at markets in San Francisco. More efficient post-War transportation enabled flowers from the sunny and fertile ‘Valley of the Heart's Delight’ to be sold across the entire United States.

  In 2022, CHCP honored the Bay Area Chinese Chrysanthemum Growers with the “Making a Difference Award.” In 2024, CHCP embarked on a new project documenting oral histories of Santa Clara Valley’s flower growers, most originating from the Pearl River Delta in Guangdong Province.

  See below for directions to the O’Donahue Family Educational Farm (click on map to enlarge). For questions, contact info@chcp.org.

  

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• CAH Museum Open

  • When
    November 23, 2024
  •  
    11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Chinese American Historical Museum, 635 Phelan Avenue, San Jose, CA 95112

  The Chinese American Historical Museum (CAHM) is housed in the Ng Shing Gung building, which is part of History Park, located in Kelley Park, San Jose.

  Admission: Free
  

  For more information (including parking, directions, slideshow, and virtual tour): visit our Museum page.

   

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• Christmas in the Park Bike Thru Light Show

  • When
    November 24, 2024
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    History Park, 635 Phelan Ave, San Jose, CA 95112

  
  

  Sunday, November 24th

  6:00 - 9:00 pm

  $11 Individual / $20 Family (2 adults & up to 3 children)

  
  For one night only, History Park will be closed to cars to make it a bike-only night at the festive Holiday Bike Thru Light Show! Gather your friends, family, and bikes to pedal through dazzling lights and festive displays in a whole new way.

  Food trucks open at 5:00 pm.

  Meet at K4 Parking Lot located at 799 Phelan Ave, San Jose.

  Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance.

  For more information and tickets: CLICK HERE

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• CAH Museum Closed

  • When
    November 30, 2024
  •  
    11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Chinese American Historical Museum, 635 Phelan Avenue, San Jose, CA 95112

  

  The Chinese American Historical Museum (CAHM) will be CLOSED for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.

  Meanwhile, please view a slideshow of the museum or take a virtual tour of the museum.

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• BACGG Chinese Surname Search Symposium: Chan Family Case Study

  • When
    December 03, 2024
  •  
    10:00 AM - 1:45 PM
  • Location
    Oakland FamilySearch Center (4766 Lincoln Ave, Oakland, CA, Downstairs Meeting Room) & Online (via Zoom)

   

  Chinese Surname Search Symposium:

  Chan Family Case Study

  12/3/2024 10:00 AM – 1:45 PM

  Doors open at 9:30 AM

  

  A Chinese surname is not just a name. It comes with thousands of years of history, dreams and desires. This Bay Area Chinese Genealogy Group (BACGG) four-hour symposium with multiple speakers, will teach you how to find your surname history, research your ancestors, and even help you find your village in China. Plus, use Chinese Association resources right here in the Bay Area to potentially break through genealogical barriers. There is also a premier of a short movie on the history of the Chan family, and tutorial on how it was produced so you may create the same. No matter what surname you have, you will learn from the “Chan template” of how to weave your surname history into your own.

  Guest speakers are Huihan Lie, Founder and CEO of My China Roots; George Chin, Founding Director of CHCA (Chinatown History & Culture Association) and CHCP Member; Dr.Kenneth Chan, and Ron Chan, Founder and Executive Director of BACGG and CHCP Advisory Board Member.

  Please take advantage of your trip to the Oakland FamilySearch Center, as after this session, there are docents that can assist with online research, and/or full (and free!) use of a comprehensive digital lab for scanning photos, slides, negatives and video.

  You are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch for the lunch break.

  For additional details and to register: CLICK HERE

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• CAH Museum Open

  • When
    December 07, 2024
  •  
    11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Chinese American Historical Museum, 635 Phelan Avenue, San Jose, CA 95112

  The Chinese American Historical Museum (CAHM) is housed in the Ng Shing Gung building, which is part of History Park, located in Kelley Park, San Jose.

  Admission: Free

  For more information (including parking, directions, slideshow, and virtual tour): visit our Museum page.

  
  

   

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• C100 Webinar: The Impact of Land Ownership Exclusion Laws on Diverse Communities

  • When
    December 11, 2024
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online (via Zoom)

  

  Join Committee of 100 (C100) and APA Justice for this eye-opening discussion on the troubling resurgence of alien land laws and the future of property rights and civil liberties. These historically discriminatory policies reemerging in state legislatures across the U.S. were originally designed to prevent non-citizens, particularly those from AAPI communities, from owning property. These laws are now being reframed as safeguards to national resources. They will discuss whether land ownership exclusion laws properly address national security concerns or whether they are merely a pretext that infringes upon civil rights and liberties under the guise of protection.

  The panel of legal experts and advocates will delve into the history of alien land laws, examine their renewed impact on vulnerable communities, and discuss key cases, including a bill recently introduced in Florida. Whether you’re a policymaker, legal professional, journalist, or concerned citizen, this event is essential for anyone committed to upholding justice and equity in America.

  REGISTER HERE

  To learn more about current land ownership exclusion legislations, visit Committee of 100’s interactive map, which details specific bills, status, and text. Also, visit APA Justice Alien Land Bills webpage for the latest developments on current lawsuits challenging these laws and more.

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• C100 Webinar: "Asian American Career Lessons - Overcoming Bias and Stereotypes"

  • When
    December 13, 2024
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Online (via Zoom)

  

  The Committee of 100 (C100) is pleased to invite you to attend the thirty-ninth Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative event. This will be a new program under the title of “Master Classes: Asian American Career Lessons” where they will feature experts who will conduct tutorials on various topics related to how individuals can overcome Asian American Career Ceiling Obstacles.

  The first Master Class will be on the topic of "Master Classes: Asian American Career Lessons - Overcoming Bias and Stereotypes” and will feature two executives who will provide a tutorial.

  The two instructors will be Fred Hassan, former CEO of two large pharmaceutical companies, Pharmacia and Schering Plough, and now a director at Warburg Pincus, and Buck Gee, former Vice President and General Manager of the Data Center Business Unit, Cisco and Committee of 100 member.

  They have purposely selected instructors who were successful in their corporate leadership careers, but can speak freely about the career challenges in their corporate lives because they are now retired and can give candid advice. In addition, both instructors have been successful mentors to help others succeed.

  Peter Young, Chair of the Initiative and a Committee of 100 Member, will be the moderator. After the conclusion of the fireside chat, there will be a Q&A session during which members of the audience may ask questions. The webinar will be held on December 13, 2024 from 4:00 to 5:00 pm ET (1:00 to 2:00 pm PT). There is no fee for the webcast.

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• Seminar: Digitize & Document Your Family History (thru May 10, 2025)

  • Start
    December 14, 2024
  •  
    10:30 AM
  • End
    May 10, 2025
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • Location
    Various Bay Area Libraries

  

  Various Bay Area libraries will be hosting a FREE seminar on the subject: Digitize & Document Your Family History. All sessions are in-person.

  Location/Date/Time

  • Mountain View Library, 585 Franklin St, Mountain View, Aug 10, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
  • Santa Clara Library, 2635 Homestead Rd, Santa Clara, Sept 7, 1 – 3 pm
  • Lafayette Library, 3491 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, Dec 14, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Gilroy Library, 350 W. Sixth St, Gilroy, Feb 8, 2025, 1 - 3 pm
  • San Leandro Library, 300 Estudillo Ave, San Leandro, Feb 22, 2025, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
  • Rockridge Library, 5366 College Ave, Oakland, March 29, 2025, 1 – 3 pm
  • Alameda Main Library, 1550 Oak St, Alameda, May 3, 2025, 1 - 3 pm
  • Palo Alto Rinconada Library, 1213 Newell Rd, Palo Alto, May 10, 2025, 1 - 3 pm

  Summary

  • Utilize AI for oral history, scanning, photo restoration, and management
  • Explore case studies for weaving family sagas with multimedia
  • Discover free resources and best practices for legacy preservation
  • Learn tools for creating a digital family heritage library

  Dive into a realm where physical artifacts meet virtual storytelling. This session immerses you in the art of utilizing artificial intelligence for oral history creation, scanning, photo restoration, photo management, movie making and storytelling. Explore real-life case studies illustrating how to intricately weave your family’s saga using multimedia methodologies. Discover invaluable free resources and best practices to preserve your family’s legacy. By session end, you’ll learn about tools and techniques to create a digital family heritage library, that will be a timeless treasure for generations to come.

  About The Speaker: Ron Chan

  Ron is a seasoned lecturer on family history documentation principles, captivating audiences worldwide at Genealogy Workshops and libraries. As a published genealogy author, he has a passion for storytelling, teaching innovative methods to breathe life into ancestral tales. Ron is the Founder of the Bay Area Chinese Genealogy Group, dedicated to preserving ancestral stories. He is also Co-Founder of the Chinese American GI Project to honor veterans' legacies and a CHCP Advisory Board Member working on CHCP's Oral History Project.

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• CAH Museum Open (during Children's Heritage Holiday)

  • When
    December 14, 2024
  •  
    11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Chinese American Historical Museum, 635 Phelan Avenue, San Jose, CA 95112

  The Chinese American Historical Museum will be open during History Park Children's Heritage Holiday.

  History Park will transform into a winter wonderland! Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit at Children's Heritage Holiday at History Park! Enjoy festive activities, crafts, seasonal treats, and cultural performances that celebrate San José's diverse traditions. Meet Santa and witness the enchanting display from Christmas in the Park Drive-Thru. Children's Heritage Holiday visitors will receive an exclusive $5 discount for the mesmerizing drive-thru experience at night. Celebrate the holidays with history, heritage, and joy!

  CHCP will be sharing Chinese winter solstice traditions and children's crafts for the holidays.
  

  The Chinese American Historical Museum (CAHM) is housed in the Ng Shing Gung building, which is part of History Park, located in Kelley Park, San Jose.

  ADMISSION:  While the Museum is free, you must pay for admission to History Park for the Children's Heritage Holiday. Tickets can be purchased here.

  For more Museum information (including parking, directions, slideshow, and virtual tour): visit our Museum page.

  
  

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• CAH Museum Open

  • When
    December 21, 2024
  •  
    11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Chinese American Historical Museum, 635 Phelan Avenue, San Jose, CA 95112

  The Chinese American Historical Museum (CAHM) is housed in the Ng Shing Gung building, which is part of History Park, located in Kelley Park, San Jose.

  Admission: Free

  For more information (including parking, directions, slideshow, and virtual tour): visit our Museum page.

  
  

   

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• CAH Museum Open

  • When
    December 28, 2024
  •  
    11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Chinese American Historical Museum, 635 Phelan Avenue, San Jose, CA 95112

  The Chinese American Historical Museum (CAHM) is housed in the Ng Shing Gung building, which is part of History Park, located in Kelley Park, San Jose.

  Admission: Free

  For more information (including parking, directions, slideshow, and virtual tour): visit our Museum page.

  
  

   

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• Seminar: Writing Family History with Artificial Intelligence (thru June 22, 2025 )

  • Start
    March 01, 2025
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • End
    March 22, 2025
  •  
    3:30 PM
  • Location
    Various Bay Area Libraries

  

  Various Bay Area libraries will be hosting a FREE seminar on the subject of Writing Family History with Artificial Intelligence. All sessions are in-person.

  Location/Date/Time

  • Cupertino Library, 10800 Torre Ave, Cupertino, Mar 1, 2025, 11 am - 1 pm
  • El Cerrito Library, 6510 Stockton Ave, El Cerrito, Mar 8, 2025, 11 am - 1 pm
  • San Leandro Library, 300 Estudillo Ave, San Leandro, Mar 22, 2025, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
    
  • Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave, Castro Valley, June 22, 2025, 2 - 4 pm

  Summary

  • Hands-on Writing Family History with AI Workshop
  • Blend of theory, demonstration, and practical application
  • Explore storytelling fundamentals and AI-generated narratives
  • Learn to use AI as a writing coach and create personalized stories
  • Share family anecdotes and insights with fellow participants 
  • Discover where to publish family stories online – FREE

  Explore the fusion of storytelling and artificial intelligence at this Writing Family History with AI Workshop. This interactive session merges theory, demonstrations, and sharing for a dynamic learning experience. Learn storytelling fundamentals, from traditional tales to AI-generated narratives. Discover how AI can enhance your writing process and create captivating stories. Dive into movie-making techniques and unleash your storytelling prowess through personalized videos. Bring your creativity and laptop, and craft your own AI-assisted family stories. Share and connect with fellow participants, exchanging family anecdotes and insights. No prior experience necessary, just bring your creativity and curiosity, plus an internet-ready laptop with a word processor.

  About The Speaker: Ron Chan

  Ron is a seasoned lecturer on family history documentation principles, captivating audiences worldwide at Genealogy Workshops and libraries. As a published genealogy author, he has a passion for storytelling, teaching innovative methods to breathe life into ancestral tales. Ron is the Founder of the Bay Area Chinese Genealogy Group, dedicated to preserving ancestral stories. He is also Co-Founder of the Chinese American GI Project to honor veterans' legacies and a CHCP Advisory Board Member working on CHCP's Oral History Project.

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