May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, and the CHS AAPI Collective is celebrating with a series of events this month designed to honor and uplift the community. Mark your calendars and join in.
“Where Do I Belong?” Kickoff Event | Today, May 1 | 5:30–7 p.m. | The Porter Room at Holy City Brewing, North Charleston | $5+ | Moderated by Anna Chen, a diverse panel will discuss themes of identity, diversity, and belonging through an AAPI lens. Pro tip: You can enjoy light hors d’oeuvres during a pre-panel mingling hour.
Movie Night | Wednesday, May 7 | 6–9 p.m. | King BBQ, North Charleston | Free entry | Don’t miss an outdoor movie night under the stars celebrating AAPI stories and voices. Stay tuned for the movie title.
Anna Chen Exhibit | Saturday, May 10 | 5–9 p.m. | HED HI Studio | Free entry | Visit Chen’s exhibit, “Are We There Yet,” featuring vibrant wall collages accompanied by music.
Book Club & Watercolor Workshop | Wednesday, May 14 | 6 p.m. | Big Gurl Shop | $35 | Get creative with watercolor and collage led by Chen. The workshop includes a discussion inspired by “Crying in H Mart” by Michelle Zauner.
Sarah’s Dumps x Sonny Sisan Workshop | Thursday, May 22 | 6–8 p.m. | Stolon Food Lab, North Charleston | Tickets dropping soon | Learn to make floral arrangements and a traditional Korean dish at this hands-on workshop.
CHS AAPI Night Market | Saturday, May 31 | 6–9 p.m. | Storehouse Eight + Nine Courtyard, North Charleston | Price of purchase | Wrap up the month at a vibrant night market featuring Asian-owned food vendors, creatives, and businesses.
Follow @aapi_chs on Instagram to stay updated on events and discover more ways to connect with the AAPI community throughout the year.
