Preserving Chinese culture through ‘Kung Fu’ – the ... - Sampan
WEBOct 16, 2020 · Arguably the biggest spectacle of any Chinese celebration is perhaps the acrobatic lion dance and martial arts demonstrations. Each school demonstrates techniques that have been taught, learned, and passed down for generations. Colloquially referred to as Chinese kung fu, “officially it is actually called the national sport, ‘國術’,” said Dr. Paul Kwan, Associate Professor of
Interview with Sherry Dong, Director of Community Health at Tufts ...
WEBOct 8, 2010 · Sherry Dong is a familiar face around the blocks of Chinatown. Known for her dedication to promoting Asian-American health, Dong’s involvement in the community goes above and beyond her role as the Director of Community Health at Tufts Medical Center. On October 29, Dong will be honored at the 2010 Action for …
Boston Accent is disappearing -“You’re breakin’ my haht!!”
WEBNov 24, 2022 · The accent is distinguished by dropping the r’s, adding the r’s in some occasions, and lowering and broadening the vowels. Instead of “park the car in Harvard yard,” authentic Bostonians would say, “pahk the cah in Hah-vid yahd!”. The Boston accent is a result of Boston’s English beginnings. According to linguists Nagy and Irwin ...
The origins of American chop suey - Sampan
WEBAug 6, 2021 · Around 1908, recipes for American chop suey started to diverge even more from the Chinese version. The Chicago Daily News (IL), November 12, 1908, provided a recipe calling for ground beef, spaghetti and a can of tomatoes, very similar to what is considered the current version in American chop suey. …
Chinatown Safety Committee discusses local crime - Sampan
WEBFeb 5, 2020 · The Chinatown Safety Committee met Feb. 5 at the DoubleTree Hotel for a local crime report and a Greenway update. Boston Police Dept. District A-1 Sgt. Steve Moy gave an update on Chinatown and downtown crime for the past 30 days. Several shoplifting incidents took place at the CVS Pharmacy on Washington Street, as its security officers no ...
Scholarship Program for First-Gen Students - Sampan
WEBDec 3, 2021 · In 1917, Harry C. Bentley founded Bentley University, which would grow to be one of the top business colleges in the country. He was a first-generation student himself, and since then, the university has continued to support first-gen students throughout its history. The university has previously been recognized …
Betting on an Alternative: How Boston is Helping to Alleviate the ...
WEBDec 10, 2022 · Gambling has long been a problem in Asian American communities. A 2019 report by UMass Boston researchers, funded by the state and led by Institute for Asian American Studies researcher Dr. Carolyn Wong, featured interviews with approximately two dozen low-wage workers and retirees from Chinatown’s food and service industries. Recurring themes in their narratives revolved
The Shanghai COVID Shutdown: searching for hope in the midst
WEBJun 17, 2022 · [Editor’s note: On June 2, 2022, Shanghai neighborhoods returned to lockdown status only a day after restrictions were eased. This article is an account of the struggles experienced during the course of the initial lockdown. It is an ongoing story that Sampan will continue to cover.] After a two-month lockdown of Shanghai, it appears as
Easter Sunday: A Milestone for Filipino Representation in Film
WEBSep 8, 2022 · The big screen has recently felt the presence, the joy, the powerful (and incredibly comedic) storytelling of a Filipino family in America. Jo Koy’s comedy, Easter Sunday, hit the theatres on August 5 th, marking an achievement for representation of Filipino culture and opportunities for Filipino actors.Throughout history, Filipinos have seen little representation, whether through the ...
Soall Viet Kitchen: a bright & tasty spot in Beverly - Sampan
WEBApr 2, 2021 · There are five main sections to the menu, such as snacks & salads (12 options, $5-$9), bowls (vermicelli noodles, jasmine rice, or greens with 2 toppings, meat, poultry, seafood, veggie, $17), noodle soups (5 options, $14-$15), Bahn Mi (6 options, $11 each), and a few special items like a caramelized …
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