Karen Organization of Minnesota

KOM's 2nd Annual Summer Fundraiser
2017-07-22 09:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | First Karen Baptist Church, 3000 Hadley Ave N, Oakdale, MN, 55128, United States
Join the Karen Organization of Minnesota for a summer day filled with food, fun, and volleyball! KOM will be selling Karen and Thai foods cooked by staff members. We are also hosting a volleyball tournament for men’s and women’s teams. While you eat food and watch the volleyball games, your kids can enjoy children’s activities such as face painting and a bounce house. All money raised will go towards supporting KOM’s underfunded services. We hope you will join us for this special event and bring your friends!
Volleyball Tournament Information:
1st prize: $1,000
2nd prize: $700
Registration Fee: $50 per team
Registration Deadline: July 14
For more information, contact Rebekah Jacobson
To register your team for the volleyball tournament, contact Eh Tah Khu
Thank you to our sponsors!
1ST PRIZE VOLLEYBALL: State Farm – Jody Baber Agency & Bailey Nurseries
2ND PRIZE VOLLEYBALL: Hope Senior Center & Phalen Family Pharmacy
Kid’s Zone: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

KOM at Twin Cities World Refugee Day
2017-07-16 13:00 - 17:00 | Loring Park, 1382 Willow St, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Join KOM at Twin Cities World Refugee Day this year! At the event, KOM and the Karen community will be featured in several areas:

Visit KOM’s booth in the Resource Fair to learn more about our services and how you can help
Stop by the Karen Weaving Circle’s craft vendor booth to purchase a handmade Karen bag, shirt, sarong, or table runner
Hear Hsajune Dyan, KOM’s Board Chair, share his thoughts and experiences about being a refugee in Minnesota on the event’s panel discussion
Listen to Morrison Johnny, KOM’s Program Manager for Employment & Social Services, share his story during the event as one of TCWRD’s Honorary Chairs
Watch the Karen Culture Organization of Minnesota perform Karen Don dance on the Cultural Stage

Twin Cities World Refugee Day is a family-oriented festival celebrating the contributions of refugees in Minnesota through song, dance, food, and story. The purpose of TCWRD is to provide a platform for refugee stories and artistic practices, to honor their lives, and to raise awareness for the millions of refugees in the world who have been forced to flee their homes.

KOMoves for Youth
2017-07-01 - 2017-07-30
Are you ready for a challenge this July?
We invite you to join KOMoves for Youth, a 30-Day challenge where participants commit to running, walking, biking, or playing soccer from July 1 – 30. During that time, each participant will raise a minimum of $300 to support KOM’s Youth Program. Our goal is to raise $10,000 to further our impact in the lives of refugee youth.
KOM’s Youth Program has made a difference in the lives of over 1,000 refugee youth since the program began. Youth that participate in the program gain confidence, build social skills, and learn how to maintain their Karen culture. Several of our former students have gone on to college or work to give back to their community. This program is important for raising up the next generation of Karen and Karenni leaders.
Watch video
Read about the impact of our program in one student’s life
Can’t join? Donate to the challenge

Karen Culture Presentation
2017-06-16 15:30 - 17:00 | Karen Organization of Minnesota, 2353 Rice Street, Suite 240, Roseville, MN, 55113, United States
Are you interested in learning more about Karen culture? Join us for our next bi-monthly Karen Culture Presentation. During this presentation, participants with learn about the Karen history, culture, and resettlement in the U.S. We will explore the history of the Karen and how they became refugees, and discuss how the Karen have adapted to life in the U.S. We will also give a brief overview of Karen culture, covering everything from food, to clothing, to family, to communication styles, and more. Come with open ears and any questions. Attendance is limited to 25 people. Please RSVP by registering for a ticket on Eventbrite.
*Suggested donation of $5 at time of event

Karen Weaving Circle at Little Mekong Night Market
2017-06-10 17:00 - 2017-06-11 22:00 | Little Mekong District, 422 University Ave W, St. Paul, MN, 55103, United States
The Karen Weaving Circle is excited to sell their Karen woven products at the Little Mekong Night Market again this year. Inspired by the night markets in Southeast Asia, the mission of the Night Market is to offer unique products, services, and arts & crafts in the Little Mekong District in St. Paul. Enjoy free cultural performances and enticing new foods, and then stop by to support the Karen Weaving Circle.
Saturday, June 10: 5:00pm – 12:00am (midnight)
Sunday, June 11: 5:00pm – 10:00pm

Karen Culture Organization of Minnesota at Festival of Nations
2017-05-06 17:00 - 17:30 | Saint Paul RiverCentre, 175 Kellogg Boulevard West, St. Paul, MN, 55102, United States
After visiting the cultural exhibits and food booths at the Festival of Nations, stop by the main stage for a Karen Don dance performance from youth in the Karen Culture Organization of Minnesota. They will only be performing one time during the festival, so make sure to mark it down on your calendar!

Karen Weaving Circle at Saint Paul Art Crawl
2017-04-28 - 2017-04-30 | East Side Freedom Library, 1105 Greenbrier St, St. Paul, MN, 55106, United States
On April 28-30, the Karen Weaving Circle has the opportunity to demonstrate and sell their traditional weaving at the Saint Paul Art Crawl at the East Side Freedom Library. Stop by to show your support for the Karen Weaving Circle and purchase their weaving for yourself or as a gift for someone! The weavers will be at the library the following days and times.
Friday, April 28: 6:00-10:00pm
Saturday, April 29: 12:00-8:00pm
Sunday, April 30: 12:00-5:00pm

Urban Expedition: Karen (Burma)
2017-04-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Landmark Center, 75 5th St. W, St. Paul, MN, 55102
Get a glimpse into all aspects of Karen culture during a special exhibition as part of the Landmark Center’s popular Urban Expedition program. Experience authentic highlights of Karen culture including music, dance, food, crafts and traditions.
The Urban Expedition program brings families together with an opportunity to learn about the world without leaving town. The event will be presented in partnership with KOM and the Karen Culture Organization of Minnesota.

Karen Culture Presentation
2017-04-21 15:30 - 17:00 | Karen Organization of Minnesota, 2353 Rice Street, Suite 240, Roseville, MN, 55113, United States
Are you interested in learning more about Karen culture? Then join us for our next bi-monthly Karen Culture Presentation. During this presentation, participants with learn about the Karen history, culture, and resettlement in the U.S. We will explore the history of the Karen and how they became refugees, and discuss how the Karen have adapted to life in the U.S. We will also give a brief overview of Karen culture, covering everything from food, to clothing, to family, to communication styles, and more. Come with open ears and any questions. Attendance is limited to 30 people. Please RSVP by registering for a ticket.
*Suggested donation of $5 at time of event
