International Party Meet the Authors - Square Moon and An American Odyssey

The American Eurasian Arts Foundation (AEAF) is an established program founded by the America-Eurasia Center. AEAF strives to bring peoples of different nations together through the rich cultural plane that the arts and humanities have to offer. Our goal is to organize art exhibitions, performances, and cultural activities in order to educate American and international audiences about the rich diversity of arts, ideas, and cultures that artists from America and other nations have to offer. This process will facilitate a greater communication through the arts and unify peoples and countries together in an atmosphere of greater understanding.

America-Eurasia Center

Hear One Man’s Journey From War-Torn Vietnam to D.C.’s Hottest Kitchens and  Rose Hong's American Odyssey: from Beijing to Washington

1717 K St NW

<h3><strong><strong>Meet the Authors Series</strong></strong></h3><h4><strong><strong>America, Land of Opportunity for Immigrants and Refugees</strong></strong></h4><h3><strong><strong>Two Shining Stories of Success in Finding the American Dream</strong></strong></h3><h3><strong><strong>A Special Cultural Networking Celebration</strong></strong></h3><p><br></p><h3><strong><strong>The America-Eurasia Center</strong></strong></h3><p><strong><strong>MacKay Conference Center</strong></strong></p><p><strong><strong>1717 K St. NW, Washington, DC 20006</strong></strong></p><h3><strong><strong>Thursday, April 2nd from 6:00-9:00 pm</strong></strong></h3><p><br></p><p>(One block from the Farragut North Metro Station)</p><p>(Parking from 5:30 pm until 9 pm - $8 at 1800 K St. NW/ 950 18th St. NW Garage)</p><p><br></p><h3><strong><strong>Includes a Special Post Event Reception, Open Bar</strong></strong></h3><h3>Special price: $25 to register, tax-deductible</h3><h3>Questions: Director@eurasiacenter.org 202-494-0773</h3><p><br></p>

<h4><strong><strong>Square Moon: One Man’s Journey From War-Torn Vietnam to D.C.’s Hottest Kitchens</strong></strong></h4><p>In his memoir, Larry Trung La recounts his survival and success following the Vietnam War. La details his experience as one of the "boat people," fleeing South Vietnam with his family to escape the war's devastation. In Square Moon, he tracks his perilous journey crossing of the South China Sea with his family, as one of the boat people, his time in a Malaysian refugee camp, and his eventual arrival in small-town Tennessee with very few resources.</p><p>Square Moon highlights that the American Dream can be achieved. Through a relentless work ethic, La moved to Washington, D.C., where he eventually founded and became the driving force behind the renowned Mei-Wah restaurant. The story highlights the power of perseverance and the immigrant experience in pursuing success.</p><p>Political and Cultural Impact: La reflects on the contributions of refugees to American society and recounts his encounters with high-profile figures in D.C., including Presidents Clinton, Bush, and Obama. The memoir serves as both a personal history and a testament to the pursuit of the American Dream through entrepreneurship and hard work.</p><h4><em><strong><strong>You may purchase a signed copy of the book from the author at the event for $25.</strong></strong></em></h4><p><br></p><h4><strong><strong>American Odyssey: from Beijing to Washington, by Rose Hong</strong></strong>.</h4><p>It chronicles her thirty-year journey from growing up in a small town in China to achieving the "American Dream" as a prominent media executive and cultural ambassador in the United States. The Immigrant Experience: Hong details arriving in the U.S. as a first-generation immigrant with only $35 and limited English. The narrative follows her struggles and eventual success in navigating a new culture and language.</p><p>A "Front Seat" to History: The memoir provides a personal perspective on major political events in both China and the U.S. that shaped her life, including China's economic reforms and the evolution of Sino-American relations.</p><p>Rose Hong describes her rise to becoming a successful TV producer, host, and business executive. She recounts her work with the federal government and her media career, which included interviewing figures like the Dalai Lama, Yao Ming, and Chuck Todd. A significant portion of the book focuses on her role, as a cultural ambassador, in fostering better understanding between China and America through her media platform, Global Dragon TV. Hong frames the book as a milestone of her first thirty years in America and a dedication to the family and mentors who supported her, including her parents who sacrificed to give her a new life.</p><h4>Purchase the Book through Amazon and bring a copy to the event:</h4><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/American-Odyssey-Washington-Rose-Hong-ebook/dp/B0958TW93G" title="https://www.amazon.com/American-Odyssey-Washington-Rose-Hong-ebook/dp/B0958TW93G" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><strong><strong>Amazon.com: American Odyssey: from Beijing to Washington eBook : Hong, Rose : Kindle Store</strong></strong></a></p><p><br></p>

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