Events and Workshops

GRHS Diwali Night
Oct
30

GRHS Diwali Night

Dear Glen Ridge Families,

Celebrate Diwali with dance, games, and much more! The event promises to be a vibrant and memorable occasion, filled with cultural richness and fun!

Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2024 

Time: 6:00 -8:30 PM 

Venue: GRHS Cafeteria

GRHS AAPI Club extends a warm invitation to all members of our diverse community. This is a wonderful opportunity for families in town. Your presence will contribute to the warmth and inclusivity that defines our community. Here is the registration link: 

https://forms.gle/9ffBnhZZ919seZzK7

We look forward to celebrating with you!

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Who Killed Vincent Chin? Rare Public Screening + Q&A with Helen Zia and Taylor Jung
May
23

Who Killed Vincent Chin? Rare Public Screening + Q&A with Helen Zia and Taylor Jung

On a hot summer night in Detroit in 1982, an autoworker named Ronald Ebens killed Vincent Chin, a young Chinese American draftsman, with a baseball bat. Although Ebens confessed, he never spent a day in jail. Join us for a rare public screening of the Academy Award-nominated documentary WHO KILLED VINCENT CHIN?, followed by a talkback with legendary civil rights icon HELEN ZIA in her first public appearance in NJ in years. Journalist Taylor Jung of NJ Spotlight News will moderate a conversation about the multiracial, multifaith coalition that came together to fight for justice, the impact of this historic hate crime on the Asian American community then and now, and its parallels and lessons for us today. Teachers who attend the screening will receive PD credit, a discussion guide, and a special gift through Teach Asian American Stories. Free; register at https://theclairidge.org/events/who-killed-vincent-chin-1987

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Sep
17

3rd Annual GRDIA Picnic

Please join Glen Ridge Diversity and Inclusion Association (GRDIA) for our 3rd annual picnic on Sunday, September 17 from 2:00-5:00PM. The event will be held at Hurrell Field in Glen Ridge and will feature food trucks, live music, and games to celebrate diversity in our community! All are welcome!

Food trucks will be parked on Belleville Ave alongside Hurrell Field. Come hungry and nosh on offerings from Kapamilya Foodtruck, Hot Dog Lady, Silantro Lime Tacos and The Towne Scoop.

Catch some music by local bands Carlos Frias & Circulo Social, Jessica Owen with Paul Byrne, Moose Revolution and The Senegalese Sabar Band.

The mission of GRDIA is to create and foster an environment where all people feel welcome and included in Glen Ridge. The community-led coalitions of GR Black Diversity and Inclusion Association and GR Pan Asian American Association are part of the larger umbrella organization of GRDIA, which continues to evolve with the inclusion of new constituencies to foster DEI. Learn more at grdia.org.

Thank you to the GR Parks & Recreation and GR Police Department for their assistance and support!

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AAPI Montclair Lunar New Year Celebration
Jan
28

AAPI Montclair Lunar New Year Celebration

GRDIA is proud to be a Co-Presenter to AAPI Montclair’s LNY Celebration! AAPI Montclair invites you to kick off the 2023 Lunar New Year with a day of festivities at the Montclair Art Museum. Lunar New Year is a time of hope where family, friends, and neighbors come together to rejoice in new beginnings as we look ahead to a peaceful and prosperous year. Cheer on lion dancers and enjoy live performances from local artists and students from our local schools. March in the dragon parade or try your hand at one of our family friendly crafts. Sample a variety of scrumptious eats and browse specialty merchandise from local vendors. Your ticket also gives you full access to the beautiful galleries inside the Montclair Art Museum.

Reserve your tickets here!

All Co-Presenters:
Fort Lee Chinese American Community 李堡华人
Glen Ridge Diversity and Inclusion Association
Korean United Presbyterian Church
Professional Filipino American Youth
United Asian Voices of West Orange
Vietnamese Boat People Podcast

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Jan
19
to Jan 31

Welcome to Glen Ridge Movie!

GRDIA is honored to be a GR 2022 Film Fund Grant recipient!

We are excited to embark on a short film project that will capture "getting to know" our Glen Ridge community through a series of interviews and town features. We look forward to sharing the unique and diverse community that Glen Ridge has to offer.

Shoot dates will take place 2/11-2/12 at The Glen Ridge Library. An additional shoot date in March might also be added.

We Want to Interview You! We are looking for participants of ALL AGES for our film!
Submit your interview survey HERE and we will be in touch about scheduling.

Film Crew Needed! Calling all gaffers, grips, and sound people, experienced and those
interested in learning on the set. High school and adult volunteers are welcome to participate as film crew assistants! Sign up HERE.

Submission for interviews and crew will close January 31, 2023.

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Jan
16

MLK Day of Service

In observance of MLK Day, GRDIA is looking for volunteers to help sort and organize supplies at Toni's Kitchen so they operate smoothly and efficiently. Our efforts will support Toni's Kitchen in their mission to help our neighbors "in ways that respect their dignity, improve health and foster independence."

Sign up for a volunteering slot here!

*If high school students need sign-off on volunteer hours, please bring your document
listing the service date and hours, and a Toni's Kitchen or GRDIA member will sign for you.

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Sep
17

GRDIA Picnic

Kick off the school year at the Glen Ridge Diversity and Inclusion Association picnic in the Glen this Saturday, September 17 from 1:00-3:00PM (rain date: September 18). The picnic will feature food and entertainment to celebrate diversity in our community, including:

Food trucks: Empanada Lady, Kapamilya Foodtruck, Mochinut, Silantro Lime Tacos, Hot Dog Lady, Ann’s Catering and Jacks Ice Cream.

Music: local bands ABCD, BARD, and Jessica Owen with Paul Byrne.

Performance: a special Chinese Yo Yo performance by Glen Ridge Middle School's Mr. Hsieh!

Games: tables will be set up to learn to play Mahjong, Spades and Dominos with instruction. Lawn games for the younger set will also be on hand.

Be sure to bring a chair or blanket and your refillable water bottle! We will have a water station but no plastic water bottles please!

Please note Hillside Ave. between Bloomfield Ave. and Snowden Place will be closed to vehicle traffic. Parking will be available at Central School lot.

Thank you to the GR Town Council, GR Police Department, GR Board of Education, GR Eco and Arts Fair for their assistance and support!

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May
21

Glen Ridge Arts & Eco Fair

Visit our booth during this annual community event! Bring your gently loved diverse picture books and novels to our book nook swap and go home with a new read. We will have a flag of nations Lego station to keep the little ones busy while you check out our new custom GRDIA tees and snacks for sale. Be sure to contribute to our community wall!

All proceeds from sales and tickets will go to GRDIA to support future community projects and events.

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May
20

Learn to Play Mahjong!

Hosted by Glen Ridge Diversity and Inclusion Association
Curious about this tile-based game? Enjoy an evening of noshing on Asian-inspired snacks, learn history of the game and fundamentals of how to play Mahjong. Guides will instruct the rules of how to build a winning hand and players will gain enough familiarity that they will be able to play on their own! Tickets are $30 and RSVP is required as space is limited.

Purchase tickets here!

Thank you to our Sponsors!

PLATINUM
Loan Depot — The Keechian Team

GOLD
Innovative Foot and Ankle, The Gavin Family and Mad X Training, LLC

SILVER
Bautis Financial, RLH global, LLC , The Henry Family and The Wan Family

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