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• CHCP 2026 Annual Membership Dinner

  • When
    January 28, 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM
  • Location
    China Stix, 2110 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95050
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  Wed, January 28, 2026

  Join us for our Annual Membership Dinner celebrating the
  Year of the Horse at China Stix Restaurant in Santa Clara.

  RSVP by January 21

  

  Program Preview

  10-Course Meal

  Musical Performances

  Year of the Horse traditions by SDCAP Members

  Installation of Officers and Directors

  Door Prizes

  Cost:  FREE for paid members.  Guests $45

  Not a current member? Visit our Membership page to join, or log in to renew.

  
  

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• SJ Community Meeting for New Park Name

  • When
    January 29, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Online (via Zoom)

  

  Please join the Parks Department of the City of San Jose on Zoom on January 29th at 6:00 pm to help name a new park at Rinconada Drive and learn about the park design concepts and stormwater solutions.

  The name, Bill Kee Park, has been submitted and is under consideration as one of the eligible names for the park. Bill Kee (1902-1989), father of CHCP Co-Founder/Trustee Gerrye Wong, was a Chinese American entrepreneur and community organizer in San José from 1937-1947. As a spokesman for the San Jose Chinatown community, he led an effort to preserve the original 1888 Ng Shing Gung temple as a historic landmark, the last remaining building from the Heinlenville Chinatown. (Learn more about Bill Kee's legacy.)

  Questions: ParkPlanning@sanjoseca.gov

  Help spread the word! Please feel free to share this information with others.

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• CFHG Webinar: "Personal Storytelling: Chinese Family Histories on Screen"

  • When
    January 31, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    Online (via Zoom)

  

  Join the Chinese Family History Group (CFHG) for a webinar on “Personal Storytelling: Chinese Family Histories on Screen” with filmmaker Patty Fong and Eseel Borlasa.

  Patty will share two short films, “Dear Sally ” and “More Than a Roast Chicken,” memorializing her family stories. In conversation with Arts Programmer and Producer Eseel, Patty will describe how the Digital Histories program at Visual Communications, a nonprofit dedicated to highlighting Asian Pacific American heritage, helped her develop stories, learn filmmaking concepts, and produce movies to document her family history.

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  Patty Fong is a filmmaker passionate about preserving family histories and sharing stories that resonate across generations and communities. Born and raised in Southern California, she has had her films presented to audiences in California, Oregon, and Missouri and featured as inflight programming on Alaska Airlines. She is a Digital Histories Fellow at Visual Communications in Los Angeles.

  Eseel Borlasa (she/her) loves mixtapes, film, and community. As a film programmer and publicist, her work centers on building meaningful connections between artists and audiences while amplifying underrepresented voices. She is guided by care and the belief that documenting and sharing our stories strengthens community power and creates lasting change.

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• MFM Exhibit: "WWI: America in the Great War" (thru April 4)

  • Start
    January 31, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • End
    April 04, 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • Location
    Moffett Field Museum, Bldg 126, Severyns Ave, Mountain View, CA 94035

  

  Step into the trenches of World War I and experience life at the front in Moffett Field Museum (MFM)’s most immersive exhibit yet.

  Walk in the footsteps of a First World War soldier and discover how the Great War reshaped the modern world through unprecedented industrial warfare, global alliances, and rapid technological change. The United States entered the conflict in April 1917, joining Allied forces on the Western Front, and the war came to an end on November 11, 1918—forever altering technology, aviation, military strategy, and international relations.

  This exhibit brings that history to life through a fully immersive walk-through trench, placing visitors in the environment faced by soldiers on the front lines. Surrounded by authentic artifacts, rare World War I vehicles, and a striking biplane, guests gain a deeper understanding of the realities of trench warfare and the innovation born from the conflict. This exhibit honors those who served and invites visitors of all ages to engage with the experiences and history of World War I.

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  ATTENTION: To access Moffett Field, you must present either:

  • A REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or identification card, or
  • A valid passport

  This is in accordance with federal law and is also required to board domestic flights and enter secure federal facilities. Be sure to plan ahead and update your identification if needed!

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• CAH Museum Open

  • When
    January 31, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 3:45 PM
  • Location
    Chinese American Historical Museum, 635 Phelan Ave, 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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• AAM Lunar New Year Celebration

  • When
    February 01, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Asian Art Museum, 200 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94102

  

  Celebrate Lunar New Year at the Asian Art Museum (AAM), with lions, laughter, and good luck, courtesy of the Lion Dance Team from UC Berkeley’s Vietnamese Student Association. A traditional art form in Vietnamese and Chinese culture, the lion dance combines movement and martial arts in a playful and spectacular experience for all ages.

  In addition to two dynamic lion dance performances and all-day Mahjong, a large-scale Chinese brush painting demonstration (of a horse, of course!) by Pauline Tsui offers inspiration for Lunar-New-Year-themed art activities. In addition, author Eddie Ahn, the creator of graphic memoir "Advocate," will talk about community, Chinatown, and environmental justice.

  ADMISSION: FREE

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• CHCP Traveling Exhibit @ Gunn High School (thru Mar 16)

  • Start
    February 03, 2026
  • End
    March 16, 2026
  • Location
    Henry M. Gunn High School, 780 Arastradero Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306

  

  View CHCP's traveling exhibit on display at Henry M. Gunn High School in Palo Alto thru March 16.

  CHCP’s traveling exhibit, Pioneering the Valley: The Chinese American Legacy in Santa Clara Valley, is a 14-panel color display depicting the history and contributions of the Chinese in Santa Clara Valley through photographs and text.

  Corporations, community centers, schools, and other organizations are welcome to reserve the traveling exhibit to display for free. Contact Chris Jochim at info@chcp.org.

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• CHCP Lunar New Year Outreach @ Children’s Discovery Museum

  • When
    February 07, 2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Children’s Discovery Museum, 180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA 95110

  

  CHCP will be joining in a Lunar New Year Celebration at the Children’s Discovery Museum in downtown San Jose.

  Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a day full of fun for kids and families with Chinese and Vietnamese traditions! Get creative with hands-on activities. Enjoy exciting live performances. It’s a festive, family-friendly event you won’t want to miss!

  Come learn about CHCP and Chinese Lunar New Year customs, plus make arts and crafts in celebration of the Year of the Horse. CHCP's Hoong the Dragon will also be making an appearance and will be available for colorful photo opportunities.

  For more information and tickets: Children’s Discovery Museum’s Lunar New Year Celebration.

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• CHSA Book Talk with Gordon Chang: War, Race, and Culture

  • When
    February 07, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    CHSA Museum, 965 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94108

  

  The Chinese Historical Society of America (CHSA) presents an in-depth program with scholar and author Gordon Chang, drawing from his recently released book, War, Race, and Culture, which spotlights 15 essays he published during his career. With a personal reflection on his life as an Asian American activist and scholar, this book covers a range of experiences and social issues ranging from racial attitudes of Presidents John F. Kennedy and Dwight Eisenhower; the history of Chinese Exclusion; the relationship of Chinese Americans and China; and Chinese American art history. Dr. Chang will share his life story and how it intersects with the development of the writing of Asian American history.

  Admission:

  • $15 general admission (includes buffet reception with the author after the book talk)
  • $51 admission + copy of the book + buffet reception

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  NOTE: ROAM and NARM memberships (included in CHCP Patron Level Memberships) may qualify for free/discounted admission to CHSA. Please contact the museum prior to a visit for specifics; some restrictions may apply as set by the museum.

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• CAH Museum Open

  • When
    February 07, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 3:45 PM
  • Location
    Chinese American Historical Museum, 635 Phelan Ave, 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 Mar 21)

  • Start
    February 08, 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • End
    March 21, 2026
  •  
    4:00 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

  • Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave, Castro Valley, February 8, Sunday, 2 – 4 PM
  • Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave, Castro Valley, March 21, Saturday, 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 

  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 best practices, captivating audiences worldwide at genealogy workshops and libraries across the San Francisco Bay Area. As a published genealogy author, he has a passion for storytelling and teaches innovative technologies to bring ancestral tales to life. Ron is the Founder and Executive Director of the Bay Area Chinese Genealogy Group, dedicated to preserving ancestral stories. He is also a co-founder of the Chinese American GI Project, ensuring that veterans’ legacies are not lost, forgotten, or ignored, as well as a CHCP Advisory Board Member. Ron shares with you how to capture and share family struggles of the past so future generations can embrace, remember, and learn from those who came before.

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• SFHS Presentation: Lunar New Year Culture & Cuisine San Francisco Style

  • When
    February 10, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • Location
    Online

  

  The San Francisco Historical Society (SFHS) is pleased to welcome the Year of the Horse with a panel of distinguished guests who will share their Lunar New Year traditions, memories, and stories. Come experience the richness of Asian culture, food, and traditions. 

  This FREE program will be livestreamed (in-person tickets sold out). Suggested donation $25.

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• CHCP Lunar New Year Outreach @ Milpitas Civic Center

  • When
    February 13, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Milpitas Civic Center Plaza, 457 E Calaveras Blvd, Milpitas, CA 95035

  

  Lunar New Year - Year of the Horse

  Friday, February 13, 2026, 6-8 PM
  Milpitas Civic Center Plaza
  457 E. Calaveras Blvd.

  Free admission. Food available for purchase on site.

  Join CHCP and the City of Milpitas as they welcome the Lunar New Year at a community celebration, with special performances by local groups, children's crafts, and delicious cultural treats. The festivities conclude with lion and dragon dances and a cacophony of firecrackers.

  Come and learn about CHCP, the Chinese American Historical Museum, and Chinese Lunar New Year customs, plus participate in making Chinese crafts in celebration of the Year of the Horse.

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• CAH Museum Open

  • When
    February 14, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 3:45 PM
  • Location
    Chinese American Historical Museum, 635 Phelan Ave, 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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• CHCP Lunar New Year Outreach @ Casa Grande

  • When
    February 15, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Casa Grande - Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum, 21350 Almaden Rd, San José, CA 95120

  

  Join CHCP in the Lunar New Year at Casa Grande in New Almaden on February 15th 12:00 to 3:30 pm. Celebrate the Year of the Horse and learn about the historic influences Chinese had on New Almaden’s quicksilver mines. Discover the significance of New Almaden’s mercury mining to the California Gold Rush, while enjoying crafts, demonstrations, and local history.

  Almaden Quicksilver was the site of one of the largest quicksilver (mercury) mines in the world starting in 1847. There was a small community of Chinese laborers who lived and worked around the mines in the 1800's. They brought many of their traditions to the mining camps. Additionally, many flasks of mercury were shipped from New Almaden to China for the production of red vermillion dye. As a result of a trade deal during that time a ting pavilion was sent to the mine manager. See displays and photos of the Ting at the Mining Museum.

  Admission: Free

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• CHCP Lunar New Year Outreach @ Westfield Valley Fair Mall

  • When
    February 15, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Westfield Valley Fair Mall, 2855 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95050

  

  Join the Chinese Historical & Cultural Project (CHCP) for a vibrant afternoon of cultural discovery & family fun at the Westfield Valley Fair Mall to celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Horse!

  Immerse yourself in the history of this festive season through hands-on learning – enjoy an array of engaging activities designed to educate & inspire guests of all ages.

  Event highlights

  • Arts & crafts for kids
  • Educational handouts & cultural resources
  • Interactive activities for families

  Learn about CHCP, the Chinese American Historical Museum, and Chinese Lunar New Year customs, plus participate in making Chinese crafts in celebration of the Year of the Horse.

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• Chinese New Year

  • When
    February 17, 2026

  

  Gung Hay Fat Choy!
  Gong Xi Fa Cai!

  On February 17, 2026, the Asian community will celebrate the Lunar New Year, year 4724 on Chinese calendars, which is Year of the Horse.

  The Horse is the seventh animal of the Chinese Zodiac. According to Chinese astrology, the Horse is confident, agreeable, and responsible, although they also tend to dislike being reined in by others. They’re fit and intelligent, adoring physical and mental exertion; they’re decisive but also easily swayed and impatient.

  Chinese New Year celebrations traditionally run from Chinese New Year's Eve, the last day of the last month of the lunar calendar, to the Lantern Festival on the 15th day of the first month, while some may celebrate up to a month.

  For more information: Visit our Chinese New Year page (part of our Virtual Library).

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• CAH Museum Open

  • When
    February 21, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 3:45 PM
  • Location
    Chinese American Historical Museum, 635 Phelan Ave, 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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• CPAA Spring Festival Gala

  • When
    February 22, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    SJ Center for Performing Arts, 255 S. Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA 95113

  

  Join the Chinese Performing Arts of America (CPAA) for the 17th Annual Silicon Valley Spring Festival Gala — a spectacular celebration of culture, artistry, and community. This year’s theme, “Our Hearts, Our Home (美丽家园)”, honors the beauty of belonging, connection, and harmony across cultures and will be at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts.

  Through music, dance, and visual storytelling, the performance explores what it means to find “home” — both in our heritage and in our shared future here in Silicon Valley. The evening unfolds in four captivating chapters that weave together Chinese cultural traditions and global perspectives to celebrate our collective spirit.

  This year’s Spring Festival Gala bridges generations and communities — a reflection of the Chinese diaspora and the multicultural heart of Silicon Valley. It is not only a showcase of artistic excellence but also a heartfelt tribute to the values of love, perseverance, and belonging.

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• HSJ Virtual Open House for Teachers

  • When
    February 25, 2026
  •  
    4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
  • Location
    Online

  

  History San Jose (HSJ) offers a number of invigorating, hands-on programs for students during the school year. Come and learn what they have in store for the 2026-2027 school year. Attendees of this Open House receive an exclusive chance to pre-register before registration publicly opens.

  The info session will be approximately 30 minutes with time for Q&A afterward. Admission is free.

  Questions? Reach out to education@historysanjose.org.

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• CAH Museum Open

  • When
    February 28, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 3:45 PM
  • Location
    Chinese American Historical Museum, 635 Phelan Ave, 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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