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June 2: From China to Chicago: A Mother/Daughter Journey

Please join the Chinese-American Museum of Chicago in welcoming author Jian Ping for a discussion and book signing of Mulberry Child: A Memoir of China and Immigrant Acculturation.

When: Saturday, June 2, 2012, 2 p.m.

Where: 238 W. 23rd Street

Free of charge, but space is limited. Call 312/949-1000 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to reserve your place!

This compelling talk will focus on the immigrant journey of author Jian Ping and her experience raising a free-spirited American girl in the U.S. It will explore the cultural and generational differences between mother and daughter and the steps they are taking to build their communication and understanding.

Jian Ping grew up during the Cultural Revolution in China, living through the traumatic chaos, hardship and deprivation of the '60s and '70s. After living in America for 20 years, Jian Ping wrote her memoir Mulberry Child in an attempt to connect with her daughter, Lisa. The book has been developed into a feature-length documentary film by Susan Morgon Cooper and narrated by Jacqueline Bisset.

Is Jian’s past haunting Lisa's future? Would Lisa be interested in her Chinese roots and identity?

Gala Dinner at Cai: May 19, 2012

Join us for a gala fundraising dinner for the benefit of the Chinese-American Museum of Chicago at Cai Restaurant on May 19.

Chinatown Centennial Lectures: Celebrating 100 Years of Chicago Chinatown

The Chinese-American Museum of Chicago will be offering a monthly lecture series in 2012 highlighting the architectural and cultural landmarks of Chinatown. The Saturday afternoon (2 p.m.) lectures are free of charge.

Where: Chinese-American Museum of Chicago, Raymond B. & Jean T. Lee Center
238 W. 23rd Street, Chicago, IL 60616

May 19 –– Green Spaces: Ping Tom Memorial Park, Hardin Square Park, Sun Yat-Sen Park

Green Spaces poster

Join award-winning designer Ernie Wong for a lecture about the history and impact of the major green spaces of Chinatown, past and present. Mr. Wong is the principal of Site Design Group Ltd and an active member of the Chinatown community. He received "Chicagoan of the Year" recognition in 2010 from the Chicago Tribune.

Limited space - reservations are suggested and can be made by calling (312) 949-1000 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Please leave your name, phone number, email address and number of people attending.