Upcoming Events
LACAAEA hosts annual events in which members can participate and network with fellow County employees and guests. Everyone is encouraged to attend these events. Admission for these events are usually FREE or have minimal costs. Please check our website often to get up-to-date information about our events throughout the year.
Not only will you get detailed information about upcoming events on our website, you can also view footage of past events by clicking on the View Event button and listen to distinguished speakers from the County leadership and community leaders.
Importance of Telling the Japanese American Resisters' Story
Join the Japanese American National Museum (JANM) to honor Dr. Takashi Hoshizaki, a Heart Mountain resister and a board member of the Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation (HMWF). As a US citizen, he was incarcerated without due process, turned eighteen while behind barbed wire, and resisted the draft stating, “I will fight if you restore my rights.” Convicted of draft resistance in 1944, he spent two years in federal prison and was pardoned by President Truman on December 24, 1947. Now ninety-nine, Hoshizaki is one of the few surviving resisters from America’s concentration camps during World War II. He will talk with Shirley Ann Higuchi, Douglas Nelson, and Aura Sunada Newlin, in a dynamic conversation moderated by David Ono.
Hoshizaki will receive the HMWF’s Douglas W. Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award for his work building the foundation and leading the effort to ensure that the principled resistance to the draft for men unjustly imprisoned is remembered. His story influences the work of the HMWF and the innovative Mineta-Simpson Institute at Heart Mountain, which will open on July 27, 2024 during the annual Pilgrimage.
This program is presented in partnership with the Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation and the Mineta-Simpson Institute at Heart Mountain.
Setsuko’s Secret by Shirley Ann Higuchi and Heart Mountain: The History of an American Concentration Camp will be available for purchase from the Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation with author signing following the event.
County IT Contracting
Learn how contracting for information technology (“IT”) software and software as a service (“SAS”) is handled at the County. (Presented by Truc Moore, Senior Deputy County Counsel)
Transform Your Life: Overcoming Toxic Invisibility
Not only is the AAPI community rendered invisible through external forces like racism and xenophobia, but we also face internal forces like guilt, shame, and self-criticism. Even our cultures can be erased as well, through assimilation or intimidation. This creates an all-encompassing, ‘toxic’ invisibility that permeates our entire lives, following us wherever we go, making us invisible even to ourselves.
Our Guest Speaker:
Ryan Takemiya is a writer, community leader, and storyteller who works as an executive DEIB consultant, providing human-centered DEIB solutions for organizations of all sizes. Specializing in AAPI identity and culture, his mission is to empower AAPIs and their allies with the agency to transform themselves, their workplaces/schools, and society at large in order to overcome what he calls "Toxic Invisibility."
LA Galaxy AAPI Heritage Night
In collaboration with LA Galaxy, LACAAEA is launching AAPI Heritage Night at LA Galaxy on Saturday May 25. Enjoy LA Galaxy vs Houston Dynamo game at the discounted price for AAPI members, and get a free LA Galaxy AAPI theme baseball cap. For free parking and shuttle service, please visit https://www.lagalaxy.com/stadium/galaxyexpress
Please RSVP to [email protected] and Venmo ticket payment to @lacaaea (#GalaxyAAPI2024) by Tuesday May 14.
126th Philippine Independence Day
LA County Filipino American Employees Association (LACFAEA)
126th Philippine Independence Day Celebration
County Contracting 101
Learn a general overview of County contracting from the procurement and contract drafting process, evaluations, and process for approval and award. (Presented by Truc Moore, Senior Deputy County Counsel)
Cultivating Your College Plan with Alternative Strategies
Join us for FACE's monthly College Admissions Series, presented in collaboration with Ivy Scholars and LACAAEA.
This Month's Topic & Agenda:
Next Steps After You Receive Your Acceptance Letter
Finalizing College Decisions
Waitlist Strategies
Exploring Gap Year Options
Community College as a Pathway
Athletic Recruitment
Exploration of Alternative Summer Activities
Internship
Job Shadowing
Community Service
Ivy Scholars College Mentorship Scholarships
Sasha Chada, CEO/Founder of Ivy Scholars, will be providing essential advice on these crucial topics to help you navigate the next phase of your academic journey.
Whether you're a parent, student, counselor, or mentor... FACE's College Admissions Series is designed to offer valuable guidance for navigating the college admissions process.
Get ready to tackle your next steps in the college admissions journey with expert advice. Don't miss out – NEW helpful topics announced each month!
Let’s Discuss: Planning for the 2024 Civic Season
VIRTUAL
Let’s Discuss: Planning for the 2024 Civic Season
Nia Mosby from Made By Us and James Herr and Sofia Alvarez from the Daniel K. Inouye National Center for the Preservation of Democracy invite you to join an informal, facilitated virtual gathering of staff and leaders from museums and nonpartisan civic organizations in the LA County Region to discuss plans for the 2024 Civic Season including:
What are the ways your organizations can plug in during Civic Season?
What are the opportunities for collaboration among not only your organizations but community organizations as well?
How can your organizations include a youth voice in your Civic Season planning and programming?
Civic Season (Juneteenth–July 4) is an initiative by Made By Us and 500 renowned cultural, community, and educational organizations nationwide. The 2024 Civic Season brings us one moment closer to the US’s 250th anniversary in 2026. By creating opportunities to collaborate with one another during Civic Season we build greater capacity for our institutions as we move towards this milestone.
Annual Welcome Home Event - Honoring South Korean Vietnam Veterans
**LIMITED AVAILABLE SEATS FOR THIS EVENT AS IT IS EXPECTED TO REACH CAPACITY QUICKLY!
As we approach March 29th, 2024, in recognition of the 51st anniversary of National Vietnam War Veterans Day, we are excited to host a special dinner to honor our Vietnam veterans, who have selflessly served our nation with courage and dedication.
These brave troops sacrificed so much for our freedom, and it’s our duty to express our gratitude. As such, this dinner will also include a special recognition for the dedicated support of the Republic of Korea during this war. We intend to honor the South Korean American Vietnam veterans who served as allies to U.S. military troops during the Vietnam war, many of whom currently reside locally.
The dinner aims to create a memorable evening filled with camaraderie, recognition, and heartfelt appreciation for their service. As a special guest, we are honored that Congressman Mark Takano will be in attendance. His efforts paved the way to give Korean American veterans access to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for services through his composition of the H.R. 366 Korean American Valor Act recently signed by President Joe Biden.
Please ensure you add your name and your dinner choice of beef or salmon. If bringing a plus 1, please ensure you add their name and dinner choice as indicated. NOTE: once the dinner choice has been made, it cannot be altered.
We hope you can join us for this very special event in honor of these brave men and women of service.
Women Entrepreneurs Social
Welcome to the Women Entrepreneurs Social Registration page!
✨ All are welcome! ✨
Event Details
Cost: Free due to our generous sponsors. 🥹
Date: Friday, March 8th, 2024
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Walt Disney Concert Hall
Parking is $10 and available directly beneath Walt Disney Concert Hall. Enter on Second Street or Lower Grand Avenue.
See parking details here.
Event Contact: Hayley Sayrs via email at [email protected].
For additional event inquiries please email [email protected].
We will email you with parking and event details on Wednesday, March 6.
Ready to take your entrepreneurial journey to new heights? Join us for the upcoming Women Entrepreneurs Social—an exclusive event designed to empower and equip women entrepreneurs in Los Angeles County.
Hosted by Employ California and proudly sponsored by The Music Center, LA Phil, Tiyya Foundation, Growth School and the Los Angeles County Women & Girls Initiative, this progressive gathering will kickstart Women's History Month in style while providing invaluable resources and connections for women in business.
The Women Entrepreneurs Social will be a dynamic gathering featuring networking opportunities, short presentations by successful female entrepreneurs, and an opportunity for attendees to give an elevator pitch of their businesses.
Our goal is to create a collaborative environment where women can share insights, build connections, and access valuable resources to advance their entrepreneurial endeavors.
Primary Election Day
Register to Vote. Volunteer at the Polls. VOTE!
Election begins February 24 - March 4: 10 AM - 7 PM
Election Day, March 5: 7 AM - 8 PM
Black History Month Annual Black-Tie Gala & Fundraiser
Black History Month Annual Black-Tie Gala & Fundraiser by the Los Angeles County African American Employees AssociationMark your calendars for the Black History Month Annual Black-Tie Gala & Fundraiser! This evening, dedicated to Elevate, Educate, and Empower, will honor Lisa Garrett, Director of Personnel, Department of Human Resources.
Date: February 23, 2024
Time: Cocktail Hour 5:45 PM - 6:45 PM; Dinner, Program & Dancing 6:45 PM - 10:30 PM
Venue: Omni Hotels and Resort Hotel, DTLA, Bunker Hill Ballroom, 251 South Olive Street, Los Angeles 90012
Secure your early bird tickets before 11/30/23: LACAAEA Members $125, Non-Members $140
Post 11/30/23, rates will be: $135 for Members and $150 for Non-Members.
For ticket purchases and further information, contact [email protected] presence at these events plays a pivotal role in fostering community spirit and empowerment. We eagerly anticipate your participation in these impactful gatherings!
2024 Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival
The Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival
Celebrate the 30th Annual Event on February 18, 2024
The Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival is a yearly tradition that celebrates the diversity of the SGV region hosted in “the gateway to the San Gabriel Valley.” Join us in 2024 to celebrate the Year of the Dragon!
The Alhambra LNY Festival is a celebration deeply rooted in Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) heritage and is accessible to everyone through an immersive all-day experience. Expect to be mesmerized by cultural performances, live art, cooking demonstrations, Augmented Reality, and more. You can also shop handcrafted goods in Artisan Alley and eat authentic cuisine to your heart’s content.
New to celebrating the Lunar New Year? Our festival provides an excellent opportunity to learn about its traditions through a new Cultural Passport experience that will guide you through how different regions celebrate the holiday.
Learn more about what to expect at the festival and where it's taking place here.
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon at the Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival, coming to Main Street on February 18, 2024!
SEIU 721 LNY 2024
SEIU 721 Lunar New year 2024
Bring in the new year with us!
Guest Speakers to be announced
Performances from America Hubei General Union and Yixin Dance
Refreshments Provided
RSVP by Monday, 2/5
Union members are entitled to two (2) complimentary guests; any additional guests will be charged $25 at the door.
2024 San Gabriel Lunar Lantern Festival
Explore Market Offerings
Meet your Favorite Radio & TV Stars
Kids Zone (Free lanterns for children, while supplies last)
Authentic Chinese Live Shows
Street Food, Drinks & Souvenirs
Historical Walk
Arcadia 2024 LNY Festival
Lunar New Year Festival
Celebration of tradition and community. Dragon & Lion Dance Performance. Culinary Delights. Arts and Crafts. Musical Performances.
Ring in the Lunar New Year with your family and friends in Downtown Arcadia on Sunday, February 25, 2024
Dragon & Lion Dance Performance
Culinary Delights
Arts and Crafts
Musical Performances
Two Big Red Envelope Give Aways at 1pm and 3pm
You could win:
2 Tickets to Bad Bunny at Crypto.com Arena March 15, 2024Valued at $1,000
2 Tickets to Lakers vs Bucks: March 8th at 7:30pm Valued at $1,500
2 Tickets to Clippers vs Wizards: March 1st at 7:30pm Valued at $350
2 Tickets to Kings vs Wild: April 15th at 6:30pmValued at $350
Dodgers Tickets Behind home plate
Plus Other fun prizes
FOOD DRIVE for Foothill Unity Center: We will be collecting canned food, noodles and rice. Please bring your donation to the event
Voter Registration and Justice Resource Fair
Voter Registration and Justice Resource Fair - Because your vote matters!
Resources and Services
Voting Registration
Workshops
Record Expungement
Food, clothing, and baby supplies giveaways until supplies last
Vaccine Clinic
COVID-19 Test Kits
Family activities and more!
2024 CAUSE Leadership Academy
2024 Center for Asian Americans United for Self Empowerment (CAUSE) Leadership Academy
Applications are now open for the 2024 CAUSE Leadership Academy! This prestigious nine-week, paid internship program aims to empower college undergraduates in civic engagement and political empowerment for Asian and Pacific Islanders.
Program Dates: June 24th - August 23rd, 2024
Application Deadline: January 28th, 2024, 11:59 PM PT
Apply at: www.causeusa.org/leadership-academy
For further queries, please reach out to Shanahan, Programs Coordinator, at [email protected] or (213) 269-4639.
2024 Monterey Park Lunar New Year Festival
Celebrate the 2024 Monterey Park Lunar New Year Festival with vibrant cultural performances, delicious food, and exciting activities!
Come join us for a vibrant celebration of the Lunar New Year! This in-person event will be held on Garvey Ave between Garfield Ave and Alhambra Ave. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich traditions and colorful festivities of the Lunar New Year.
Experience the excitement as the streets come alive with lion and dragon dances, traditional music, and cultural performances. Indulge in a wide variety of mouthwatering Asian cuisines, from dumplings to noodles, and savor the flavors of this auspicious time of year.
Bring your family and friends and enjoy a day filled with fun activities for all ages. With traditional folk arts and activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don't forget to explore the marketplace, where you can find unique Lunar New Year-themed souvenirs and gifts.
Come and be a part of this unforgettable celebration as we welcome the Year of the Dragon. Mark your calendars and join us at the 2024 Monterey Park Lunar New Year Festival!
Free Admission and Free Parking
Lunar New Year Celebration with Chinese Employee Association of Los Angeles County
Lunar New Year Celebration with Chinese Employees Association of Los Angeles County
Date: 1/26/2024
Restaurant: NBC Seafood Restaurant, 404 S. Atlantic Blvd., Monterey Park, CA 91754
Time: Social Hour at 6 PM followed by Dinner at 7 PM
Ticket Price: $75 per Person or $700 per Table
RSVP: by December 30, 2023
Celebrating Year of the Dragon with Food, Dance, Music, Entertainment, Prices, and Networking.
For more information please contact [email protected]
Taiwanese Indigenous Live Concert
2024 Atayal's Natural Sounds Echoing Around the World Live Concert
In celebration of the Lunar New Year and to foster cultural exchange between Taiwan and the United States, we proudly promote the rich culture of Taiwan’s Indigenous people. We aim to deepen the self-identity and the global perspective of indigenous students through the “Laqi Na Atayal Youth Choir Natural Sounds: Echoing Around the World” event.
2024 Year of the Dragon VEALAC Tet Celebration
Vietnamese Employees Association of Los Angeles County
2024 Tet Celebration Year of the Dragon
Social Hours: 6-7pm
Dinner/Culture Hour: 7-10pm
Dance Program to Follow
Ticket Price $65 per person
Zelle Payment to [email protected]
RSVP by January 15, 2024
Cathryn Lam at [email protected] or (626) 514-0218
Cam Tu Diep at [email protected] or (626) 242-3204
Bich Phan at [email protected] or (626) 217-8859
Building Political Power with Asian American Trailblazers
AAPI Equity Alliance and Center for Asian Americans United for Self Empowerment (CAUSE) at JANM are proud to present an evening with Asian American political trailblazers and authors:
Warren Furutani, ac-tiv-ist, noun: a person who works to bring about political or social change
Maeley Tom, I'm Not Who You Think I am: An Asian American Woman's Political Journey
Bill Wong, Better to Win: Hardball Lessons in Leadership, Influence & the Craft of Politics.
As a community, how can we connect and learn from each other as we gear up for the 2024 presidential election? We invite community leaders, organizers and the next generation of activists and students to kick off the new year with a free, in-person opportunity to strategize alongside Asian American trailblazers and discover opportunities for collaboration and power building.
The conversation, moderated by Dr. Andrew Murphy, will cover their leadership journeys in politics, lessons learned and key moments that define their political activism and civic leadership. The program will start at 6:30 PM followed by a reception at 7:45 PM.
Hosted at the Daniel K. Inouye National Center for the Preservation of Democaracy at the Japanese American National Museum.
Celebrating Women's Leadership
Celebrating Women’s Leadership
Honoring Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath, Chair of the Board of Supervisors
Racial Justice Learning Exchange Book Club Community Discussion on Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner
Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell invites you to our first Racial Justice Learning Exchange event of the new year, where we'll discuss, Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner, a compelling Korean-American memoir about family, food, grief, and resilience. Please note reading is encouraged, but not required to participate in the discussion.
Date and Time: Wednesday, January 17, 2024 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Masao W. Satow Library, 14433 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena, CA 90249
Please note RSVP is required to attend. You will receive additional event details and parking information upon confirmation.
For questions, please contact Victoria Gomez at [email protected]
2023 Toys for Tots Winter Scholarship Reception
2023 Toys for Tots Winter Scholarship Reception by the Los Angeles County Chicano Employees Association
You’re invited to the 2023 Toys for Tots Winter Scholarship Reception! Join us for an evening filled with entertainment, delicious food, a photo booth, and raffles, featuring special guests:
• Jackie Contreras, Director of the Department of Public Social Services
• Elizabeth Espinosa, KTLA 5 News Anchor, Two-time Emmy Award Winner
Date: December 14, 2023
Time: 6 PM - 10 PM
Venue: Luminarias Restaurant, 3500 W. Ramona Blvd., Monterey Park, CA 91754
Member rate: $25 per person
Non-members: $55 per person
Bring an unwrapped toy and receive one free raffle ticket! RSVP by November 30th at [email protected] or call (626) 365-1591.
The Golden Screen: The Movies that Made Asian America
Cultural critic Jeff Yang talks with documentary filmmaker Renee Tajima-Pena about his new book The Golden Screen, an unprecedented history and celebration of Asian Americans on the big screen.
The past decade has been a groundbreaking era for Asian-centric storytelling in Hollywood films, from the mainstream success of Crazy Rich Asians to the amazing achievements of Everything, Everywhere, All at Once. Jeff Yang takes an in-depth look at these cinematic triumphs, and the decades of films that paved the way, in conversation with celebrated documentary filmmaker Renee Tajima-Pena, who is working on adapting The Golden Screen as a series for television. His book features over 100 photographs along with gorgeous, original artwork from nine esteemed Asian illustrators, including Toma Nguyen, barbarian flower, Jun Cen, Cryssy Cheung, Cliff Chiang, Yu-Ming Huang, JiYeun Kang, Ashraf Omar, and Zi Xu.
Community and Public Service Awards Reception
LACAAEA will hosting our Inaugural Community and Public Service Awards Reception.
Please join us as we celebrate the inspiring journey and career achievements of our Special Guest Honoree, Dr. Lisa H. Wong, Director of Mental Health.
We will also present awards to those making an impact in the following categories:
AAPI Community Organization – Making A Difference
AAPI Small Business in Los Angeles County – Unsung Heroes
AAPI County Employee – Going Above and Beyond
AAPI Leaders – Two Trailblazers in the Community
Hate Crime Safety
Join us for the November Hate Crime Safety Workshop, presented by Through Peace 501(c)3 in partnership with the Los Angeles County Asian American Employees Association (LACAAEA)!
Mark your calendars for an essential event organized by Through Peace with the support of LACAAEA. Your safety and well-being matter, and we're here to empower our community.
Date: Friday, 11/3
Time: 9:30am-11:30am
Venue: Angelus Plaza Senior Apartments, 255 S. Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
In addition to the workshop, we're providing valuable services:
Assistance with CalFresh Applications in Chinese and Korean
In-Language Mental Health Resources from Chinatown Service Center (Chinese) and World Mission University (Korean)
Let's stand together against hate crimes and equip ourselves with knowledge and resources to stay safe. We look forward to seeing you there!