"Bridging the Gap Between Our Differences -“Promoting Diversity"
May 2005 Calendar of Events
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"Bridging the Gap Between Our Differences -“Promoting Diversity" May 2005 Calendar of Events |
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KARATE - An Okinawan Martial Art 
by Ed Wojciechowski U.S. EPA - Region 5 |
Karate, previously called
“karatedo”, is translated as “way of the empty hand”. This
martial art uses crippling strikes with the hands, feet, knees and elbows
against vial areas of the body in defending against attackers. The
art began in Okinawa, which is situated in the Pacific Ocean between China
and Japan. Fifth degree black belt karate instructor Ed Wojciechowski
(U.S.
EPA - Region 5, Air & Radiation Division) will provide some history
about the art, including its development and how it was introduced to the
Untied States. The presentation will include a demonstration of the
training methods, fighting routines called “katas”, self-defense applications
and weapons that have been used as part of this fighting art. There
will be two 30-minute demonstration sessions on May 13; 10:30 to 11:00
AM and 11:00 to 11:30 AM.
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Rediscover your natural movement and energy in your body through simple and fun movements! Qi Gong ("chee gohng") movement is a natural way of restoring our flow of energy and initiating our body's own healing processes. Learn the Chinese principle of "wu wei" or middle way, how to move in an effective but harmless way. You will learn basic Qi Gong principles (grounding, posture, and centering) including purification, balance, storing energy for healing and well being; and the Eight Pieces of Silk (Eight Brocades) Qi Gong movement with the underlying Meridian Theory.
Renee Ryan, co-director
of the Lightheart Center, has studied Qi Gong, Tai Chi, and holds a black
belt in Tae Kwon Do. She is a Diplomat (Dipl. ABT, NCCAOM) in Asian
Bodywork.
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Asian Pacific Islander American Poetry and Voice Brought to you by the Mango Tribe featuring Jill Aguado & Kelly Tsai |
Be ready to write, to move, to build, to share...and have fun!
The Mango Tribe is an Asian/Pacific
Islander American women's performance collective that promotes multi-arts
collaboration and encourages artistic activism through theater and education.
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Program & Taste of Asia |
Director of Civil Rights Levester Spearman (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Region 5) and Regional Administrator Ollice C. Holden (USDA-Food & Nutrition Service - Midwest Regional Office) are scheduled to give opening remarks for their respective agencies. This year’s keynote speaker will be Thomas Chang, Director General, Taipei Economic & Cultural Office, Taiwan Consulate General.
Featured entertainment: The Chinese Fine Arts Society (featuring traditional folk songs and dances from China, Taiwan, Japan, Philippines), Kupa’a Pacific Island Resources (Hawaiian dance and music; EPA's Dolly Tong will be part of the performing group), Indian Music (Sunanda Bose on sitar, accompanied by her brother, Bitosh Sinha of USDA-FNS on the tabla).
Back by popular demand, the Taste of Asia Luncheon (details below) will be served at the conclusion of the cultural performances (luncheon requires the purchase of a food ticket - see list below and contact your local ticket agent).
Wednesday,
May 18, 2005
Served
in Room 328 after the Cultural Program has concluded (after 11:30 AM)
Entertainment is free; however, a food
ticket must be purchased in advance to attend the luncheon
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FOOD
TICKETS: $6.00
(All food items are prepared by licensed
caterer/restaurant)
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There
is a limited supply of food tickets! Buy yours now!
Last
day for ticket sales is Monday, May 16 - Contact a ticket agent below!
(All
phone numbers are area code 312)
See
photographsfrom
past celebrations of Asian Pacific Heritage Month
Click
below to visit the photo web sites for Asian Pacific Heritage Month celebrations
from past years:
May 2004 | May 2003 | May 2002 | May 2001 | May 2000
