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Join the Library and Vietnam Society for a special afternoon of food and fashion celebrating Tết, the Lunar New Year with Monique Truong, Thai Nguyen, Kevin Tien, and Anita Mannur.
Kicking off this afternoon is a reading and activity with celebrity fashion designer Thai Nguyen and bestselling author Monique Truong for their newly-released book Mai’s Áo Dài! Written for readers of all backgrounds, this uplifting and affirming book is about embracing your heritage and the traditions that tie generations together. Attend this event to meet Thai and Monique and get your books signed!
Thai Nguyen will give us an exclusive look into his artistic craft as live models showcase his exquisite áo dài designs from North, Central, and South Vietnam. For those who have always wondered how to get accurately measured for a custom áo dài, you don’t want to miss this live in-person demo and follow-along activity!
Moderated by Professor Anita Mannur from American University, this panel will explore the traditions and evolution of Vietnamese cuisine and the importance of food for building community in the Vietnamese diaspora. James Beard finalists Kevin Tien and Monique Truong will discuss how culinary aspirations are intrinsically tied to their own experiences and reflected in their work. Join us after the panel for a book signing and conversation with Monique, as well as a sampling of delicious Vietnamese foods eaten during Tết!
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults | 5 - 12 Years Old |
EVENT TYPE: | Author Talk | Arts & Crafts |