Celebrating Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Month

The Danbury Library celebrates Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebrates and honors the incredible diversity, achievements, and contributions of these communities.

Book Lists

Reading List for Adults

More AANHPI Month titles for Adults

Reading List for Young Adults

More AANHPI Month YA titles

Reading List for Children

More AANHPI Month titles for Kids

 
 

AANHPI Month Digital Collections

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Events & Programs

Author Visit with Catherine Con Morse

  • Date/Time: May 6th @ 3:30pm
  • Audience/Location: All Ages, 2nd Floor Conference Room
Teens! Meet a great new author and learn tips and tricks for telling your own stories.
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Chinese Traditions: Decorative Lanterns Workshop for Adults

  • Date/Time: May 6th @ 6pm
  • Audience/Location: Adults, Lower Level Meeting Room
Learn about the significance and custom of brush painting and lantern decorating.
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Origami Series: Ninja Star

  • Date/Time: May 8th @ 5pm
  • Audience/Location: Ages 7+, Story Corner
Join us for a creative journey into the art of origami!
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DIY Japanese Herbarium

  • Date/Time: May 12th @ 5pm
  • Audience/Location: Teens and Adults, Lower Level Meeting Room
Celebrate spring and Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
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Aloha Lei-Making Craft Party

  • Date/Time: May 12th @ 5pm
  • Audience/Location: Teens and Adults, Lower Level Meeting Room
Bring a touch of Hawaii to your day!
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History Dive: Tiki Masks and the Hawaiian People

  • Date/Time: May 19th @ 5pm
  • Audience/Location: All ages, Story Corner
Learn about ancient ancient Polynesian and Hawaiian culture with an emphasis on Tiki Masks and their significance.
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Origami Series: Lotus Flowers

  • Date/Time: May 22nd @ 5pm
  • Audience/Location: Ages 7+, Story Corner, Ages 7+, Story Corner
Don't miss this hands-on adventure into the world of paper folding!
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Candy Sushi

  • Date/Time: May 24th @ 11am
  • Audience/Location: Ages 7-10, Farioly Program Room
Compete in a crafting/cooking/gaming candy sushi event!
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Origami Series: Gift Box

  • Date/Time: May 29th @ 5pm
  • Audience/Location: Ages 7+, Story Corner
Whether you’re a beginner or a folding pro, there’s something fun for everyone.
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