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To pay tribute to, and honor the history of Chinese Americans, and their great
contribution in building the transcontinental railroad, *CKF and *ATC will hold a series of
events for the public during the Asian American Heritage Month of May in Manhattan's
Chinatown.

Events Highlight
Cantonese Classes & a mini-exhibition of Chinese-American History.
Cantonese 101: Every Saturday 2:45-3:45pm
Cantonese 102: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday 1-2pm
Poster

A book signing to meet with Daniel Ostrow,
the enthusiastic author of the new book,
Manhattan's Chinatown.
April 26, 2008, SAT, 3-6 pm
Manhattan Chinatown by Daniel Ostrow.pdf
Poster

Movie showings - My 1919
May 4, 2008, SUN, 1pm/3pm/5pm

Documentary: Becoming American- The Chinese Experience
Part I - May 7, 2008, WED, 7-9 pm
Part II - May 14, 2008, WED, 7-9 pm
Part III - May 21, 2008, WED, 7-9 pm
Poster

Returning to the Chinese Ancient Capital of Xi'an ---
A Presentation of 2008 China Learning Tour
and Jackie Chan's Movie: The Myth
May 10, 2008, SAT, 3-6 pm, Silkroad Place
Poster

Chinese-American Heritage Party
May 28, 2008, WED, 6:30-9pm
Poster

And more!!!!

The programs are being held by Chien Kun Foundation (CKF is a self-funded and
non-for-profit cultural organization) and are in collaboration with "A Tribute to the
Cantonese-Toisan Cultural Program (ATC)". Other organizations are very much
welcomed to join in this collaborative effort.
All the above events are free of admission. Everyone is welcome! Donations are
encouraged to support this self-funded program.

A detailed schedule of events, visit www.silkroadnyc.com. Please contact
Ms. Su Tam at 646-331-7207 or email chienkun.stam@yahoo.com for further information.
Sponsored by Silkroad Place, 30 Mott Street, Manhattan's Chinatown, New York.

www.chienkun.net www.cantoneseonline.org