Page 12 n THE ASIAN REPORTER Arts Culture & Entertainment August 7, 2017 Movie. For info, call (206) 623-5124 or visit . BIG HERO 6 Cambodian culture event Aug 19, 4-8pm, ArtXchange (512 First Ave S, Seattle). Enjoy a celebration of Cambodian culture, children’s literature, and art in support of The Antipodes Collective, a Seattle-based nonprofit. The event features traditional Cambodian cuisine, a silent auction, gifts and artwork for purchase, a talk by Lauren Iida (5:00pm), and more. For info, call (206) 839-0377, or visit or . ONGOING EVENTS “Untold Passage” Through Aug 18, 10am-5pm (Tue-Fri), 1-5pm (Sat), University of Washington (UW), School of Art Building, Jacob Lawrence Gallery, Room 132 (4000 15th Ave NE, Seattle). View “Untold Passage,” an exhibit highlighting works by artists who are recovering the unwritten histories of immigrant communities presented alongside the work of contemporary poets representing the unquantifiable aspects of those experiences. Artist Zhi Lin; poets Becky Nguyen, Stacey Tran, and Ocean Vuong; and others are featured. For info, call (206) 543-0970 or visit . Kalakendra appreciation dinner Aug 19, 7pm, Christ United Methodist Church (12755 NW Dogwood St, Portland). Attend an appreciation dinner for the Friends of Kalakendra. The event includes dinner, karaoke, and more. For info, call (503) 308-1050 or visit . To reserve tickets (by August 13), e-mail . Jade International Night Market Paul Fukui Through Aug 19 (Wed-Sat), noon-5pm, Lane Gallery (2412 NW Raleigh St, Portland). View “Berillos: The Jewels on the Back of the Princess of Wales, Rocks So Heavy They Crushed the Girl Beneath Them,” an exhibit by Paul Fukui of pictures depicting piles of rocks — the scene of an execution by pressing of those who cannot bear the burdens life places on them, or who are felled as so much “collateral damage” while going about living. Also on display are works by artists Gabii Luscher and Gila Lane. For info, call (503) 232-3526 or visit . “High Art of Hand- Pulled Printmaking” Through Sep 3, 10am-5pm (Sun), 10am-8pm (Mon), noon-8pm (Tue-Wed), 10am-6pm (Thu- Sat), Multnomah County Central Library, Collins Gallery (801 SW 10th Ave, Portland). View “High Art of Hand-Pulled Printmaking,” an interpretive sampling of works from Portland’s master printmakers showcasing limited edition hand-pulled prints alongside materials used to create numbered and signed fine pieces of art. For info, call (503) 988-5123 or visit . Noontime Showcase Through Sep 6 (Wed), noon-1pm, SW Main St at SW Broadway (Portland). Attend free Noontime Showcase concerts in downtown Port- land. Performances feature the NE Plus Ultra Jass Orchestra (August 9), Bourbon Jockey (August 16), The Beat Goes On Marching Band (August 23), Smut City Jellyroll Society (August 30), and Marti Mendenhall (September 6). Also held on Wednesdays during the summer from 11:00am to 2:00pm are “Summer Arts on Main” events, which include children’s activities, outdoor booths, crafts for sale, and music performances. In case of rain or extreme heat, the concerts are held in the rotunda lobby of Antoinette Hatfield Hall (1111 SW Broadway, Portland). For info, call (503) 248-4335 or visit . “Wanderlust” Through Sep 30 (Tue-Sat), 11am-5:30pm, ArtXchange (512 First Ave S, Seattle). View “Wanderlust,” an exhibit exploring the act of travelling, seen through the eyes of gallery artists who draw energy from the magic of being somewhere new. Featured pieces were created by Deborah Kapoor, Phong, Lauren Iida, Chin Yuen, Bui Cong Khanh, and others. For info, call (206) 839-0377 or visit . UPCOMING EVENTS Manga short animation camp for teens Aug 7-11, 1-3pm, Rockwood Library (17917 SE Stark St, Portland). Join other teens at a manga short animation camp and learn to use anime characters to tell stories by transitioning into a comic, graphic novel, or manga short animation format. For info, or to register (required), call (503) 988-5123 or visit . Little League Softball World Series Aug 9-16, Alpenrose Dairy, Ball Fields (6149 SW Shattuck Rd, Portland). Attend the Little League Softball World Series, a tournament for girls between 10 to 12 years old, first held in 1974. Featured teams at the free event include Bacolod City Little League from Bacolod, the Philippines; South Beaverton Girls Little League from Beaverton, Oregon; Major Northwest Little League from Prasha, Czech Republic; and others. Free parking is available Aug 19 & 26, 5-10pm, Portland Community College, Southeast Campus (2305 SE 82nd Ave, Portland). Join the fun at the Jade International Night Market. Held on two Saturdays this summer, the market features food, live entertainment, vendors, information booths, activities for children, and more. For info, call (971) 340-4861, or visit or . Wednesday, August 16 6:30pm: Pre-screening entertainment w Dusk: screening Essex Park, S.E. 79th Avenue & S.E. Center Street, Portland Watch a free outdoor screening of Big Hero 6, an animated adventure about plus-sized inflatable robot Baymax and prodigy Hiro Hamada, who team up with a group of friends to form a band of high-tech heroes. Pre-screening entertainment features groove jazz music by Eldon “T” Jones & N Touch. (USA, 2014, Don Hall & Chris Williams, 102 mins.) For more information, call (503) 823-PLAY (7529) or visit . Image courtesy of Walt Disney Animation Studios near Alpenrose Stadium. For info, call (503) 244-1133. To learn more, visit . Tai chi fan dance workshop in Mandarin Aug 9, 16 & 23, 10-11:30am, Holgate Library (7905 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland). Attend a tai chi fan dance workshop conducted in Mandarin. The dance combines tai chi and other martial arts with dance movements. For info, or to register (required), call (503) 988-5123 or visit . “Converge 45: You In Mind” Aug 9-Sep 10 (Fri-Sun & Aug 9-10), noon- 5pm; Aug 11, 7-10pm (reception); Disjecta (8371 N Interstate Ave, Portland). View “Converge 45: You In Mind,” an exhibit featuring more than two dozen artists. The display is held as part of Converge 45, an immersive, multi-day event held August 9 to 12. Programming includes museum and gallery exhibits, site-specific installations, panel discussions, and more. Featured pieces were created by Tannaz Farsi, Ann Hamilton, Lita Albuquerque, and others. For info, call (503) 286-9449 or visit . Jai Ho! India Independence Day Dance Party Aug 11, 9pm-1am, The Secret Society (116 NE Russell St, Portland). Attend the annual Jai Ho! India Independence Day Dance Party featuring DJ Prashant, along with special guest sets by DJ Ki and DJ Skee. The bhangra dance party, which is for persons age 21 and older, includes a dance lesson at 10:00pm, henna tattoos, and more. Wearing orange, white, and green attire to celebrate India and Pakistan’s Independence Day is encouraged. For info, call (971) 344-2022 or visit . Iranian Festival at Seattle Center Aug 12, 11am-7pm, Seattle Center (305 Harrison St, Seattle). Explore ancient and modern Persian cultures at an Iranian Festival presented by Seattle Center Festál. This year’s event, which underscores a history of “unity in diversity,” features performances, face painting, poetry, authentic cuisine, dance workshops, all-ages interactive activities, lectures, a bazaar, and more. For info, call (206) 684-7200, or visit or . Beaverton Night Market Aug 12, 5-10pm, The Round (12725 SW Millikan Way, Beaverton, Ore.). Attend the Beaverton Night Market, a vibrant, intercultural, family-friendly space reminiscent of night markets internationally. The market features ethnic food, crafts, live music, dance, and entertainment — including Summit Wushu Academy, Deepa Barve and Troupe Bollywood, the Tongan Island Dancers, and others. For info, call (503) 526-2222 or visit . Portland Thorns FC Aug 12, 9pm-2am, Goodfoot Lounge (2845 SE Stark St, Portland). Attend Tropitaal, a dance party hosted by DJ Anjali and The Incredible Kid. The Desi/Latino soundclash features the hottest club sounds from India and Latin America, as well as special guests Brooklyn Shanti and DJ Panaflex. Tropitaal is for persons age 21 and older. For info, call (503) 281-3918, e-mail , or visit . Aug 19 & Sep 2; Aug 19, 7pm; Sep 2, 12:30pm; Providence Park (SW 18th Ave & SW Morrison St, Portland). Watch Portland Thorns FC take on the Houston Dash (August 19) and the Washington Spirit (September 2) as part of the National Women’s Soccer League’s 2017 season. The Thorns FC squad features Mana Shim, Nadia Nadim, Christine Sinclair, Kendall Johnson, and others. Houston’s roster includes Lydia Williams, Carli Lloyd, and others. Among the athletes who play for Washington are Caprice Dydasco, Mallory Pugh, and others. For info, or to buy tickets, call (503) 553-5555 or visit . India Festival Jane Wong Aug 13, 10:30am-9pm, Pioneer Courthouse Square (SW Sixth Ave between SW Morrison St & SW Yamhill St, Portland). Attend India Festival 2017, the India Cultural Association of Portland’s annual celebration of the sounds, tastes, and sights of India. The free event features a wide range of Indian music and dance; authentic food from local restaurants; fashion shows by youth and adults; demonstrations; face painting; Indian crafts, clothing, and jewelry; and more. For info, call (503) 645-7902 or visit . Aug 20, 4pm, Powell’s Books on Hawthorne (3723 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland). Join poet Jane Wong as she presents Overpour, a collection of poetry that constellates across biography, family history, and geography. Also presenting poetry collections are Donald Dunbar and Anastacia-Reneé. For info, call (503) 238-1668 or visit . Tropitaal Bollywood family dance Aug 13, 1-2:30pm, Director Park (815 SW Park Ave, Portland). Attend a free Bollywood family dance party at downtown Portland’s Director Park. The event is held as part of Portland Parks & Recreation’s “Summer Free For All” program. For info, call (503) 823-PLAY (7529) or visit . Portland Timbers vs. the New York Red Bulls Aug 18, 7pm, Providence Park (SW 18th Ave & SW Morrison St, Portland). Watch the Portland Timbers take on the New York Red Bulls. Portland’s squad features Diego Valeri, Darlington Nagbe, and others. The Red Bulls includes Luis Robles, Bradley Wright-Phillips, and others. For info, or to buy tickets, call (503) 553-5555 or visit . Free Day at The Wing Aug 19, 10am-5pm, Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience (719 S King St, Seattle). Peruse exhibits during a free admission day at the Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience. The event includes a performance by Eth-Noh-Tec, a dynamic storytelling duo that bring tales from Asia and the Pacific Islands to life; creative art activities; and a screening of Pokémon: The First Ronnie Exconde & Friends Aug 23, 6:30pm, Ventura Park (SE 113th Ave & SE Stark St, Portland). Enjoy a free concert of American soft rock from the Philippines performed by Ronnie Exconde & Friends. The show is held as part of Portland Parks & Recreation’s “Concerts in the Park” series. For info, call (503) 823-PLAY (7529) or visit . “Summer Game Day!” Aug 26, 1-4pm, North Portland Library (512 N Killingsworth St, Portland). Teens in grades six to 12 are invited to participate in “Summer Game Day!” The event features handcrafted, life-size party games, including Frisbee Four (Connect Four), cornhole, ladderball, giant stack blocks (Jenga), and more. For info, call (503) 988-5123 or visit . Filipino Music Festival Aug 26, 6pm (doors open), 7pm (concert), Spirit Mountain Casino (27100 SW Salmon River Hwy, Grand Ronde, Ore.). Attend the Filipino Music Festival, an evening packed with some of the biggest names in Filipino music. Featured performers include pop stars Joey Albert and Nonoy Zuniga, as well as singer-comedienne Fe de los Reyes, soul singer Eva Caparas, and livewire performer Jet Montelibano of the Music & Magic showband. The event is for persons age 21 and older. For info, or to buy tickets, call 1-800-760-7977 or visit . Submit your Asian-related calendar listings to: The Asian Reporter, Attn: Events Calendar 922 N Killingsworth Street, Suite 2D, Portland, OR 97217 News Department e-mail: news@asianreporter.com w Fax: (503) 283-4445 Submission Format: List event title, date, time, location with address, 2 to 3 brief sentences describing the event, and a contact phone number (required) that can be published. High-resolution photos, if available, may also be included. Submission Deadline: Monday prior to the next issue date. ***