The City of Dunwoody Economic Development Department will host its third annual celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage on Sunday, April 28 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Lawn at Ashford Lane (1230 Ashford Crossing). This free event is open to all and will showcase cultural performances and art.
“Interest in this event continues to grow, and this year’s lineup for dance, music, food and demonstrations is better than ever,” said Dunwoody Business and Cultural Development Manager Rosemary Watts. “We are thrilled to showcase the culture and heritage of these countries and look forward to a spectacular afternoon.”
The emcees for the event are Sophia Choi of WSB-TV and Patty Pan, former television reporter who currently serves as the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office Public Information Officer. The event will open with Laotian dancers and a demonstration of Asian games including Hacky Sack and Chopsticks. Additional dance performances include the Korean Traditional Dance Academy, Karenni Dance, Indian Steps and Style Dance, Nepalese Dance, and the Atlanta Chinese Dance Company.
The celebration will also feature demonstrations of Japanese Flower Arranging and Karate Atlanta Dunwoody. Plus, many countries will be represented with information tables including Thailand, China, Laos, Japan, Taiwan, India and Nepal.
For schedule updates and more information, visit https://dunwoodyga.gov/culturalevents
