The Brooklyn Children’s Museum (BCM) invites families to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month through a host of program offerings in May.
The free programs are led by special guests, highlighting the traditions of diverse AAPI cultures, according to a news release.
“In May, we celebrate the rich tapestry of our AAPI community, embracing their invaluable contributions to Brooklyn and our nation,” said Atiba T. Edwards, president and cheif executive officer of Brooklyn Children's Museum. “This year, we’re thrilled to enhance our AAPI Heritage offerings by presenting a full-month of programming including crafting dumplings, storytelling, practicing Mandarin and more.”
Programs will occur on Thursday afternoons from 3:00 to 4:00pm, during the Museum’s Amazon Free Hours. Tickets can be reserved in advance online, as well as at the museum on the day-of each event. RSVPs are recommended for each individual event.
May 9, 3:00 to 4:00 pm: Dumpling-Making Workshop with Christine Wong
- Join author and plant-based chef Christine Wong for an East Asian-style dumpling-making workshop. Participants are invited to learn how to roll the dumpling wrappers and fold them in different ways using all types of colorful dough. Taste delicious veggie dumplings and take some home to cook later!
- RSVP
May 16, 3:00 to 4:00 pm: Storytime with Anu Sehgal
- Join author Anu Sehgal as she reads her newly published book I Am a Lotus. I Am a Lotus is about using mindfulness, meditation and reflection to become a lotus in mind and body. After the reading, learn and practice Lotus meditation and movement activities, get a temporary lotus tattoo and participate in an art-making activity.
- RSVP
May 23, 3:00 to 4:00 pm: Storytime with Michele Wong McSween
- Join author Michele Wong McSween for a reading of Gordon & Li Li: Learn Animals in Mandarin. This program offers a mini-Mandarin lesson, book reading and an interactive art project.
- RSVP
May 30, 3:00 to 4:00 pm: Storytime and Momo-Making Workshop with Priya Krishna
- Join bestselling author Priya Krishna for a special storytime and momo-making workshop.
- RSVP
