The United Asian Consortium will host Asian-American Celebration Night on Friday, May 16, 5-8:30 p.m. at Madison East High School. This special night is open to all people to connect and learn about the uniqueness of the many beautiful Asian cultures.
Community members are invited to attend this annual free event to enjoy a free Asian cuisine dinner in the school cafeteria area starting at 5 p.m., along with Asian-inspired arts and crafts like creating Chinese lanterns, masks, a photobooth and more.
The entertainment showcase will begin at 7 p.m. and includes an Asian cultural fashion show, dancing and taiko drumming in the theater. 
“Prepare for a cultural immersion at East High School,” says Mayder Lor, MSCR high school recreation specialist and event coordinator, in a press release announcing the event. “This year’s theme is ‘Cherry Blossom,’ which offers a unique learning opportunity. The United Asian Club aims to illuminate the spectrum of Asian cultures through interactive activities, performance, and a communal dinner. We encourage everyone to join us in this enriching experience.”
The MSCR United Asian Clubs at Madison East, West, Memorial and La Follette high schools, alongside Sun Prairie East High School’s and Monona Grove High School’s Asian Clubs, are taking the lead on organizing this family engagement night and resource fair.
Asian-American Celebration Night sponsors include MSCR, East High School, United Asian Consortium, MOMs Deli, American Family Insurance, Viet Hoa Market, Duke Tints LLC, Friends of MSCR, Madison Reading Project, Naly’s Flower Shop LLC, Bambu in Sun Prairie, Advance Homes LLC, Ritual Beauty Studio LLC, Yummee Treats, Delights by Deja, Kue Cakes, Schmidt’s Auto Inc and MG&E.
For more information about Asian-American Celebration Night, e-mail Mayder Lor at mlor@madison.k12.wi.us.
