Library Celebrates Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month

Published on April 29, 2026

Programs, activities, and movie screenings take place throughout May.

Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month Happenings at SAPL

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Introduction to Chinese Culture

• Sunday, May 3, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. at Westfall Branch Library, 6111 Rosedale Ct., 78201
• Sunday, May 3, 4 – 5 p.m. at Encino Branch Library, 2515 E. Evans Road, 78259

Learn and experience the basic elements of Chinese culture. Receive an introduction to the language, watch a Tai Chi and paper craft demo and practice Chinese calligraphy.

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Bharatanatyam Classical Dance Performance

Multiple dates and locations.

Bharatanatyam is among the most subtle and sophisticated dance forms, embodying music and storytelling. Each professional dance performances, presented by the Kaveri Natya Yoga Center dance group, will be followed by an informative, interactive demonstration and Q&A.

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Parman Senior Club: Travel the World, Taste the Flavors

• Saturday, May 4, 11, 18, 2 – 4 p.m.
• Location: Parman Branch Library, 20735 Wilderness Oak, 78258

Travel the world and taste the flavors – no passport required. Meet new people and make friends as you learn about new cultures. Adults only. No registration required.

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Chinese Calligraphy

• Tuesday, May 5, 4 – 5 p.m.
• Location: Collins Garden Branch Library, 200 N. Park, 78204

Join Yaping Harris, a scholar of Chinese culture, to learn about traditional Chinese Calligraphy. This event is open to all ages, but space is limited.

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Kokeshi Doll

• Tuesday, May 19, 4:30 – 6 p.m.
• Location: Collins Garden Branch Library, 200 N. Park, 78204

Join us as we embark on a journey to create beautiful traditional Japanese dolls. Supplies will be provided, while supplies last.

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K-Culture Day: Getting to Know Korea

• Monday, May 11, 6 – 7 p.m. at Westfall Branch Library, 6111 Rosedale Ct., 78201
• Tuesday, May 19, 6 – 7 p.m. at Bazan Branch Library, 2200 W. Commerce, 78207

Explore the rich heritage of Korean culture with the opportunity to try on traditional Hanbok, make crafts and play traditional games.

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Divinity in Everyday Life: Indian Dance and Storytelling

• Tuesday, May 19, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
• Location: Central Library, 600 Soledad St., 78205

The dancers from the Aatma School of Dance will present traditional Indian dance through storytelling and demonstration. They will also share their personal journey of learning these ancient classical art forms.

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Some locations will also host special screenings in honor of Asian/Pacific Heritage Month. View SAPL’s events calendar to learn more.

A curated list of book and movie recommendations, as well as language learning collections to celebrate Asian/Pacific Heritage Month can be found on SAPL’s website.

For information on library services, visit mysapl.org. Library staff is available by phone at 210-207-2500 or by chat at ask.mysapl.org.