is the lively and wise juxtaposition of cultures, generations, and emotions that characterize May-lee Chai's amazing stories. With hearts that break and sometimes mend, with families who fight and sometimes forgive, the timely stories in Useful Phrases for Immigrants illuminate complicated lives with empathy and passion.Photo: Bob Hsiang
"With insight, compassion, and clarity, Chai vividly illustrates the reverberations of migration--both physical and psychological; between countries, cities, and generations; and within families and individuals. You won't forget these characters." --Lisa Ko, author of The Leavers
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month celebrates Asian/Pacific Islander American heritage, with special events filled with dance, music and art, exhibits, author talks, crafts, delicious food and creative programs for all ages.
Upcoming Events
- International Film: Sita Sings the Blues
- Thursday, May 23, 2019, 4:00 pmOcean View, Ocean View Meeting Room
- Candy Leis
- Thursday, May 23, 2019, 4:00 pmOrtega, Ortega Meeting Room
- Crazy Rich Asians - Audio Described Film
- Friday, May 24, 2019, 2:00 pmMain Library, Latino/Hispanic Rms A & B
Upcoming Classes
- Candy Lei Day!
- Thursday, May 23, 2019, 4:00 pmBayview, Bayview Meeting Room
- Chinese Brush Painting
- Saturday, May 25, 2019, 2:00 pmOrtega, Ortega Meeting Room
- Diwali Paper Lantern
- Saturday, May 25, 2019, 2:00 pmMission, Mission Teen's Area
Current Exhibits
- Thread that Connects
- Through Thursday, August 1, 2019Main Library, International Center
