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MOAPIA NewsletterAgency Updates, Events and Announcements, Career Connections, and more from the DC

Mayor's Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs (MOAPIA)

A Message from the Director

Dear Community Members,

I hope to see you this Saturday, June 3rd at our annualChinatown Community Picnic in Chinatown Park! Come outfrom 11:00 am - 2:00 pm and enjoy lively culturalperformances, Asian arts and crafts including calligraphy,lantern-making, origami and paper-cutting, face-painting andmore! Local community-based organizations and District governmentagencies including DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services,the Metropolitan Police Department and the Department ofConsumer and Regulatory Affairs will be on site to connect withcommunity members. A bike repair station, fitnessdemonstrations and CPR demonstrations will also be available.Admission is free; please RSVP here: 2017chinatownpicnic.eventbrite.com. Warm regards, David DoDirector of the Mayor's Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs P.S: As part of AAPI Heritage Month, we are debuting new info-graphics that offer a snapshotof the AAPI population in DC. Check them out on our website.

MOAPIA News

Morning Tai Chi: Thursdays at 8:00 am

As part of Discover Chinatown Parks, MOAPIA held its first Tai Chi class of the year on May 18th.Come out to Chinatown Park every Thursday morning from 8:00 am - 9:00 am for free Tai Chi!

DC Dragon Boat Festival

On May 20th, MOAPIA organized a team for the annual DC Dragon Boat Festival, which consisted

of 20 teams and 400 paddlers. The team finished first in its first race and placed third in its final

two heats.

2017 Foodelicious Night

On May 24th, MOAPIA hosted its second Foodelicious Night at the US Navy Memorial. This event

fetaured exciting cooking demonstrations presented by Chef Erik Bruner-Yang from Maketto, Chef

Xiaolong Hu from Panda Gourmet, and Chef Nobu Yamazaki from Sushi Taro. Over 200 guests

attended.

MOAPIA Outreach

Twice a week, MOAPIA's outreach team visits businesses across the District to offer information

about government programs and resources. Resources are provided in the business owner's

native language and staff follow-up to help address any issues or complaints.

Check out more photos from our recent community outings and events by following us

on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@dcmoapia)

Upcoming Events

Chinatown Community Picnic: June 3rd from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Come out and enjoy lively cultural performances, Asian arts and crafts including calligraphy,lantern-making, origami and paper-cutting, face-painting and more! Local community-basedorganizations and District government agencies will be on site. A bike repair station, healthscreenings and CPR demonstrations will also be available. Admission is free. Please RSVP

here: https://2017chinatownpicnic.eventbrite.com

Fitness Sessions in Chinatown Park: Monday evenings at 6:30 pm

Starting on June 5th, MOAPIA will be hosting free outdoor fitness sessions in Chinatown Park. Joinus on Monday evenings in June and July from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm for zumba, yoga, doonya and

barre classes! This event is open to the public and admission is free. For a schedule of events andregistration information, please visit: fitnessinchinatownpark.eventbrite.com

2017 Capital Pride Parade

The Capital Pride Parade is one of Washington, DC's landmark events celebrating the spirit andstrength of the LGBTQ community in Washington, DC. Join Mayor Bowser on June 10th for this

parade. RVSP: 2017capitalprideparade.eventbrite.com

Announcements

New Infographics: AAPI Population in DC

MOAPIA has created two, new infographics that provide information about the AAPI community inDC. To download these infographics, please visit our website.

Career Opportunities

Job Openings: Community Outreach Positions

We are currently looking for motivated, bilingual individuals to join our team. For more information

and to apply, please visit the job posting.

Internship Opportunities!

We are seeking motivated individuals interested in public service and the Asian American and

Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. For more information about internship opportunities with

MOAPIA, please visit our website.