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Orlando event to celebrate new law requiring teaching of AAPI history in schools
Read full article: Orlando event to celebrate new law requiring teaching of AAPI history in schoolsAn Orlando coalition that played a major part in ensuring Asian American Pacific Islander history would be a required part of the curriculum in Florida public schools is celebrating that accomplishment at a community event Saturday.
Lead actress in Disney’s Cirque du Soleil show hopes to inspire other multicultural children
Read full article: Lead actress in Disney’s Cirque du Soleil show hopes to inspire other multicultural children“Drawn to Life” is the story of Walt Disney animation’s art brought to life with live acrobatics through the eyes of a young girl named Julie.
Central Florida Zoo event celebrates Asian American, Pacific Islander culture
Read full article: Central Florida Zoo event celebrates Asian American, Pacific Islander cultureCentral Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ first sunset event of 2023 will celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander culture and heritage.
Central Florida grassroots group to host town hall to amplify AAPI voters
Read full article: Central Florida grassroots group to host town hall to amplify AAPI votersAsian American Pacific Islanders Coming Together is hosting a town hall at the Orange County Supervisor of Elections office to raise awareness on AAPI issues in the community.
Orlando hip-hop duo Smilez and Southstar talk musical inspiration, what they’re doing now
Read full article: Orlando hip-hop duo Smilez and Southstar talk musical inspiration, what they’re doing nowSitting down and chopping it up with Orlando’s own Smilez and Southstar was nothing short of legendary. The latest episode of Riff On This is full of nostalgia, wild moments and laughs as the duo shares their journey in hip-hop in the early 2000s.
Filipino-inspired ice cream shop Sampaguita announces grand opening, collabs for AAPI month
Read full article: Filipino-inspired ice cream shop Sampaguita announces grand opening, collabs for AAPI monthIn addition to its grand opening, Sampaguita is featuring special flavors and hosting some events leading up to Saturday to celebrate Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
‘Show that you care:’ Orlando lawyer, business leader on how to support AANHPI community
Read full article: ‘Show that you care:’ Orlando lawyer, business leader on how to support AANHPI communityKenway Wong, member of the Greater Orlando Asian American Bar Association and the Asian American Chamber of Commerce, discussed the importance of visibility in the AANHPI community.
Annual Asian American heritage festival showcases culture and cuisine in Ocoee
Read full article: Annual Asian American heritage festival showcases culture and cuisine in OcoeeMore than two hundred people gathered Sunday in Ocoee for the 13th annual Asian American Heritage Council Asian Cultural Festival.
Central Florida festival showcases Asian American culture with performances, live music and more
Read full article: Central Florida festival showcases Asian American culture with performances, live music and moreThousands of people are expected to be in Ocoee this weekend for the Asian Cultural Festival.
New law requires AAPI history lessons in Florida classrooms
Read full article: New law requires AAPI history lessons in Florida classroomsAfter a two-year effort by Make Us Visible Florida, Asian American Pacific Islander history will now be a required part of the curriculum in Florida public schools.
Orange County leader takes to Tallahassee to fight for inclusion of AAPI history in schools
Read full article: Orange County leader takes to Tallahassee to fight for inclusion of AAPI history in schoolsBehind every piece of legislation is a grassroots leader and a community of supporters championing it.
Florida House passes bill requiring AAPI history, culture instruction
Read full article: Florida House passes bill requiring AAPI history, culture instructionThe Florida House unanimously approved a bill Wednesday that would require schools to teach Asian American and Pacific Islander history in K-12 classrooms.
Barbie unveils Anna May Wong doll for AAPI Heritage Month
Read full article: Barbie unveils Anna May Wong doll for AAPI Heritage MonthSix months after she was immortalized with a U.S. quarter, Asian American Hollywood trailblazer Anna May Wong has received another accolade affirming her icon status — her own Barbie.
News 6 celebrates Central Florida’s Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander community
Read full article: News 6 celebrates Central Florida’s Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander communityOver the next 31 days, News 6 hopes to capture some of the contributions, achievements and stories of Central Florida’s own expansive and diverse AANHPI community.
‘They’re like me:’ K-pop dance classes at Orlando studio step up representation, bring diversity
Read full article: ‘They’re like me:’ K-pop dance classes at Orlando studio step up representation, bring diversityClapping, counting, shouting and loud music fill DGBEK Studios in Orlando. But in one studio twice a week, K-pop fills the room.
Central Florida grassroots initiative all about amplifying AAPI voices through voting
Read full article: Central Florida grassroots initiative all about amplifying AAPI voices through votingA new grassroots initiative in Central Florida is aiming to amplify the voices of the Asian American, Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian (AANHPI) community through voter engagement ahead of election season.