JME Celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month This May!

A time to honor the histories and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans in our community and beyond, and an opportunity to reflect on their profound impact in shaping our society and the world. Throughout this month, books, classroom posters, and art displays will invite JME students to commemorate and learn about Asian American and Pacific Islander American history.

Resources and activities are below:

Activities & Resources

• San Francisco’s AAPI Heritage Month Celebration

  • Throughout the month of May, attend performances, book readings, culinary experiences, festivals, and more! On May 11th, there will be a Lion and Dragon Dance Competition on Grant Street in Chinatown!

• Celebrate AAPI Heritage at Fairyland

  • A month-long line-up of crafts, performances, storytelling, and tons more fun for kids.

• Kalanjali: Dances of India

  • May 4, 1–2 pm

• El Sobrante Library

• Haopinaka Hawaiian Music and Dance

  • May 4, 2–3 pm

• Walnut Creek Library

• Magician Perry Yan

  • May 8, 3–3:45

• Martinez Library

• Chabot Space and Science Center AAPI Heritage Month Celebration

  • May 18, 10–4 pm

• San Francisco’s Asian Art Museum

  • Explore in person or online!

• Asian American Storytopia

  • Watch Asian American storytelling at home with your family

• From BUSD, a Children’s Book Reading List