Written by Isabella B., Woodside Library
Commemorate Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month this May at San Mateo County Libraries!
Join us for a wide variety of locally-led workshops that celebrate the diverse cultures and histories of our Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. Check out all of our upcoming events for AAPI Heritage Month.
AAPI Events to Explore
Kanzashi Flower
Discover the beautiful tradition of Japanese fabric flower folding and learn how to craft your own piece of wearable art to take home, no prior sewing or crafting experience required.
Ikebana Demonstration & Workshop
Learn the art of Japanese flower arrangement known as Ikebana using branches, flowers and leaves to create elegant arrangements.
Resilience Lantern
Use techniques like collage, drawing, painting and writing to create your own unique lantern that will serve as a beautiful reminder of how we can find strength, even during dark days.
Spirit of the Mountains: Chinese Ink Painting on Teacup
Transform a ceramic teacup into a work of art through traditional Chinese ink painting inspired by mountain landscapes.
Make a Kukui Nut and Shell Lei
Craft your own one-of-a-kind lei to wear and treasure from an assortment of shells, seeds and Kukui nuts. All ages welcome!
Baybayin Art Workshop
Create a personalized artwork featuring your name written in Baybayin, an ancient Filipino script, in this program for children and families.
Learning Chinese Culture Through Dance
In this interactive workshop for children, we will use props to discover how specific movements evoke certain feelings and imagery, while learning simple Chinese vocabulary and expressions along the way!
Filipino Martial Arts Workshop
Practice your moves in this step-by-step, no-contact Filipino martial arts demonstration for teens!
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Looking to learn more about Asian American and Pacific Islander culture? Check out all our AAPI Heritage Month recommendations!
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