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The Calendar of Events provides a listing of events scheduled at the AARC. Only AARC sponsored events are listed on the event calendar. To confirm availability of space for a rental booking, please contact AARC Rentals at AARCrentals@AustinTexas.gov or call (512) 974-1698.
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Upcoming AARC Events
Let’s Play on Planet Yellow! Reception and Live Painting Workshop with Peelander-Yellow
Join Peelander-Yellow for a free afternoon of artmaking in celebration of his newest exhibit Let’s Play on Planet Yellow! Enjoy light refreshments while interacting with the visually-transforming beings of Planet-Yellow located in the AARC’s Zen Garden Hallway. Then, Peelander-Yellow will lead a live-painting workshop where visitors will learn how to make their own Planet-Yellow face.
When: Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1-4pm
Registration: Free, all ages welcome. Please register in advance on Eventbrite.
Peelander-Yellow hopes that through this exhibit, visitors will be able to enjoy exploring, playing, and befriending all of the residents on Planet Yellow. Learn more about the exhibit and Peelander-Yellow.
Chinatown in Three Acts: Reception and Artist Talk with Mamie Raynaud
Wear your fanciest hat and join Mamie Raynaud in celebration of her newest exhibit “Chinatown in Three Acts,” currently on-view at the Asian American Resource Center. Enjoy light refreshments during the mixer, and then join Mamie for an artist talk and guided tour of her exhibit. You will be able to learn in an intimate setting about the intricate and fascinating details of millinery (hat-making) as an art form, and hear more about Mamie’s journey of navigating identity, self-discovery, culture, and creativity as a first-generation Chinese American growing up in 1970s LA Chinatown.
When: Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 1-4pm
Registration: Free, all ages welcome. Please register in advance on Eventbrite.
Mamie Raynaud invites viewers to explore the intersecting worlds of 1970s LA Chinatown and the ways they have shaped her as an artist. Learn more about the exhibit and Mamie Raynaud.
Case 84: Adopted in the USA
The Asian American Resource Center, in collaboration with the Austin Korean Adoptee Network, will host comedian Ed Pokropski on February 8, 2025 from 6-9pm. Catch his show, Case 84: Adopted in the U.S.A., a show for anyone who has struggled with identity or just feels like people misunderstand where they come from. It is an immersive journey through Edward's experience growing up in Philadelphia as a transracial adoptee and touches on the influence of American media on identity, complex family dynamics, and ultimately what it means to be an American. More details to be announced.
When: Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 6-9pm
Registration: Free, all ages welcome. Please register in advance on Eventbrite.
About Ed Pokropski: New York City based storyteller, comedian, and AAPI activist Edward Yoo Pokropski has been touring “Case 84: Adopted in the U.S.A.” around the country for the past two years. A comedy show meets a TED Talk, Case 84 sheds light on the underrepresented experience of adoptees. Edward is a two-time Emmy nominated Senior Writer/Producer at NBCUniversal. He is also a Co-Founder of The Asian Comedy Fest.
About Austin Korean Adoptee Network: AKAN - Austin Korean Adoptee Network is a Facebook group for Korean adoptees in the Austin and surrounding areas. We share information regarding adoptees, culture, birth family searches, and other topics for Korean Adoptees. Only adoptees are allowed in the group. We have sporadic meet ups to discuss KAD topics.
Basic Estate Planning Clinic
If you:
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Are 50 years or older;
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Have an income need;
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And do NOT have a will or estate plan
Come to this FREE Basic Estate Planning Clinic, and receive a Will, Power of Attorney, Advance Directive, and more. This event is presented in collaboration with AGE of Texas.
When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Registration: By appointment only. Call (512) 974-1700 or email AARC@AustinTexas.gov to register. Please register as soon as possible. Space is limited. Interpretation or transportation assistance may be available upon request.
Estate & Will Planning Info Session | Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 12-1pm
The AARC will also host an information workshop about the upcoming Estate and Will Planning clinic. During the workshop, qualified individuals can register for the February 22 clinic. Guest speakers from Clayton, Ramirez, & Null and AGE will be there to answer questions. No registration is required to attend. Walk-ins welcome.
3rd Annual Makers Market
The Asian American Resource Center (AARC) will be hosting its 3rd Annual Makers Market on Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 1-4pm. More details will be announced later!
Ongoing Programs
Exhibits
The AARC’s Community Art Exhibit Program displays artworks year-round that celebrate the diverse and dynamic cultural heritage, history, identity and creativity of Asian American Pacific Islanders. See what’s currently on view at the AARC Exhibits.
Senior Program
AARC Senior program is designed to address the intergenerational wellness and education needs of Austin residents, age 50 and up, with a focus on Asian American culture and community. To learn more about the current class schedule and how to register, go to AARC Senior Programming.
Hyphenated Book Club • Year Round • 6 - 7:30 p.m.
The Hyphenated Book Club celebrates the contemporary works from the Asian Diaspora. From new releases to community favorites, emerging voices to literary ancestors, fiction to non-fiction and everything in-between, explore the diversity of literature from an Asian American lens. We hope to release the full schedule in early January 2025, so keep an eye out for dates to be announced soon or sign up for our newsletter to get updates!
Austin Community College - ESL Classes • Tuesday/Thursday • 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Austin Community College (ACC) offers free ESL courses to help non-native speakers learn basic English for college or the workplace, or simply to become more comfortable with everyday communication. Check ACC’s ESL Class Schedule to view a variety of days and times.
Artist Access Program • Year Round
The Artist Access Program (AAP) provides free or low-cost rehearsal and production spaces to both emerging and established performance artists living in the Austin area. Created to address the needs of local artists, participating organizations collaborate with the City of Austin’s Cultural Centers to produce professional performances for both local and visiting audiences. For more information, visit the Artist Access Program webpage or email AAPInfo@austintexas.gov. The City of Austin will begin accepting applications for the Artist Access Program 2026 season on Monday, January 27, 2025, at 10 a.m. The deadline to apply is Saturday, March 15 at 11:59 p.m.
Page last updated: January 16, 2025