Santa Monica Marks May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

The Santa Monica City Council has proclaimed May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, celebrating this year’s theme, “Power in Unity: Strengthening Communities Together.”

Celebrate with events across the city:

One Book, One Coast: “They Called Us Enemy” Discussion

📅 Wednesday, May 13

⏰ 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

📍 Main Library, 601 Santa Monica Blvd.

Rice Rice Baby Comedy Show

📅 Friday, May 22

⏰ 8 p.m.

📍 The Crow, 2525 Michigan Ave.

Hula Fun Fest

📅 Saturday, May 23

⏰ 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

📍 Main Library, 601 Santa Monica Blvd.

Film Screening: “Yellow Rose” (2019)

📅 Wednesday, May 27

⏰ 5 – 7 p.m.

📍 Ocean Park Branch, 2601 Main St.

Explore, learn and celebrate the rich history and contributions of AANHPI communities throughout the month.

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