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SUMMARY:2761 Karen New Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the celebration of the 2761 Karen New Year on Saturday\, January 1st\, 2022!\nThe event will take place at Washington Technology Magnet School from 9:00AM until 6:00PM. There will be a main ceremony in the morning followed by a singing competition and traditional culture show in the afternoon. \nMasks will be required for all attendees. More info about COVID-19 safety guidelines to come. \nMain contacts for the event: Thara Nay Htoo\, (651)-529-5066 and Thara Eh Tah Khu\, (651)-460-0668 \n\nDetails and requirements for the afternoon activities…\n \nSinging Competition: begins at 12:00pm\n\nContestants can sign up as an individual or with a group of up to 5 members\nThe song must be a Karen New Year song or a Karen culture song\nContestants have to provide their own karaoke music\nContestants age range: 13-25 years old\nRegistration fee is $50 per contestant/group\nMax entries is 25 contestants/groups\nDeadline to sign up is Saturday\, December 25th\, 2021\n\nContact info for singing competition: Thara Paw Ter\, (612)-859-1420\, and Thara Eh Tah Khu (651)-460-0668 \nKaren Traditional Culture Show: begins at 3:00pm\n\nContestants must sign up in pairs of two: one female and one male\nContestants must wear Karen clothing with either a traditional or modern design\nAge range: 16-35 years old\nRegistration fee per pair is $30\nMax entries is 25 pairs\nDeadline to sign up is Saturday\, December 25th\, 2021\n\nContact info for culture show: Tharamu Aye Mya Pyu (651)-235-0327\, and Tharamu Paw Wah Toe (651)-207-7557 \n  \nInterested in sponsoring the event? Contact Alexis Walstad at awalstad@mnkaren.org or 651-202-3120 or Eh Tah Khu at ekhu@mnkaren.org or 651-202-3114
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/2761-karen-new-year-celebration/
LOCATION:Washington Technology Magnet School\, 1495 Rice Street\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota\, 55117\, United States
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SUMMARY:KOM's Fall 2021 Virtual Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a virtual fundraiser event again this year! \nWe invite you to join us in learning about exciting new initiatives that KOM has been working on with community partners to address the needs of our youth. We will also feature special guest performances by local Karen musicians. All donations will help support refugees and immigrants in our local community. We hope to see you there! \n  \nWatch LIVE Here on YouTube\n  \n\nEvent Details\nWhen:\nThursday\, November 4th at 7:00pm – 8:00pm CDT \nWhere:\nLivestreamed here on YouTube from The Urban Village \nProgram:\nThis year’s program will highlight new initiatives that address the needs of youth in our community. We will have special musical guests\, a live raffle drawing\, and more! \nTickets:\nFree! Please consider making a donation to support refugees and immigrants in our local community. Any donation you make will be matched up to $10\,000 by our sponsors! \nRegister here & double your gift!\n  \n\nMeet our special guest musicians\nTiter Haw Min\nAlthough her parents are not singers\, ever since she was little\, Titer Haw Min loved singing. She was born in Mae La Oo Refugee Camp in Thailand after her parents and relatives fled Burma. Titer resettled to the United States in 2013 with her family and is now 13 years old. She dreams of becoming a singing star in the future. Currently\, she stays busy by singing at events around the community. She hopes to inspire and uplift her Karen community through her voice and songs. Titer is empathetic\, kind\, and thoughtful. At 13\, she has already accomplished a lot\, and will keep moving forward until she achieves her dreams. \nRebeca Paw Moo\nRebeca Paw Moo is part of a talented Karen musical family\, well-known by previous generations for their singing. Her father plays many instruments\, including guitar\, keyboard\, and bass. Coming from a musical family tree\, Rebeca’s passion for singing started shortly after learning how to talk. She was born in Mae La Refugee Camp in Thailand and came to the United States with her family as a baby in 2008. Rebeca is now 13 going on 14 years old. As the oldest of four kids\, Rebeca is responsible for helping to take care of her younger siblings. When life proves difficult\, singing often helps motivate her. When she grows up\, she hopes to become a professional singer and use her platform to help the Karen community and uplift those living in poverty. Regardless of if she achieves fame\, she will continue singing from her heart. \n\nRaffle\nOur raffle is now closed. Tune in on Thursday\, November 4th to find out who won! \nKOM will hold a live raffle drawing during the event for 10 prizes including: \n   \nKaren Art and Textiles | 55” Smart TV | Gold Necklace | GoPro Hero 9 | AirPods Pro | Rice Cooker | Air Fryer | Bailey Nurseries Plants \nRead our KOM House Rules for Raffle for more info about who can buy raffle tickets\, where to pick up prizes\, required payment options\, and more. \nFor questions regarding the raffle\, please contact:  \n              Eh Tah Khu | (651)202-3114 | ekhu@mnkaren.org \n              Alexis Walstad | (651)202-3120 | awalstad@mnkaren.org \n\nSponsors\nInterested in sponsoring our event? Find the various sponsorship levels and benefits in our Sponsor Invitation Letter. \nRegister online by credit card\, or use this form to mail your sponsor registration. \nPlease contact Alexis Walstad at awalstad@mnkaren.org or 651-202-3120 for questions about sponsorship. \n  \nGold Sponsors\n               \nSilver Sponsors\n                   \nBronze Sponsors\nCenter for Victims of Torture \nProdeo Academy \n  \nCheck back on this page for updates about the event.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/2021-virtual-fundraiser/
LOCATION:MN
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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - ONLINE!
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about Karen (K’nyaw) culture? Join us for our Karen Culture Presentation online every other month.\nDuring this presentation\, participants with learn about the Karen (K’nyaw) 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.  \nThis presentation will be delivered online. RSVP on Zoom to one of our upcoming sessions to receive the link: \nRSVP here  \n*Suggested donation of $15 to help cover staff time and preparation:  \nDonate here \nWant to request a presentation for a different date tailored to your group? Please see our Karen Culture Presentations page for more details and to fill out a request.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-online-4/2021-08-20/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210816
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SUMMARY:71st Anniversary of Karen Martyr's Day
DESCRIPTION:This year\, Minnesota’s Karen community is planning to commemorate the 71st Anniversary of Karen Martyr’s Day on Saturday\, August 14th and Sunday\, August 15th\, 2021. \nThe event will be held outdoors at Mississippi Creative Arts Magnet School. \n  \nEvent Schedule\nThe main ceremony will be held on Saturday\, August 14th from 8:30 am to 9:30 am. \nFor the remainder of the event\, attendees can visit KCM (Karen Community of Minnesota) food vendors\, participate in games\, visit the resource fair\, and observe sport tournaments. Tournaments include men’s soccer\, men and women’s volleyball\, and men’s cane ball. \n  \nBackground\nKaren Martyr’s Day is officially on August 12 and commemorates the anniversary of the death of Saw Ba U Gyi (the first president of the Karen National Union) in 1950. Others who have fought for the Karen are also honored in remembrance of the Karen resistance. For more background information\, visit KCM’s Facebook event page. \n  \nContact\nFor general information\, please contact: \nThara Nay Htoo 651-529-5066 | sawnay@gmail.com\nThara Taw Klu Moo 651-202-1613\nThara Eh Tah Ku: 651-460-0668 | ekhu@mnkaren.org \nFor sports\, contact: \nThara Million: 651-442-3351\nThara Poe Thay Doh: 651-210-4571\nThara Kelmo: 651-528-1019\nThara Kaw Lah Hay: 651-274-5064 \nThe deadline for sports registration is Saturday\, August 7th\, 2021. \n  \nSponsorship\nIf you or your business are interested in being an official sponsor of the Karen Martyr’s Day event\, we have four sponsorship packages available with benefits:\n❖ Bronze: $150 –a table reserved for your business at the resource fair on Saturday\, August 14th. (number of tables limited to space available)\n❖ Silver: $300 – Bronze benefits plus business name on ceremony program schedule\, and KOM website/social media platforms.\n❖ Gold: $600 – Silver benefits plus recognition at the opening and closing ceremony\n❖ Platinum: $1\,000 –Gold benefits\, plus business name and logo printed on the official invitation and welcome to display business banner and speak on the stage. \nFor more information and to register as a sponsor\, please read and complete this 2021 Karen Martyrs’ Day sponsorship letter and form. \n  \nCOVID-19 Guidelines\n1. Wear your mask properly\, even if vaccinated\n2. Please do your best to remain 6 feet away from others teams.\n3. Please bring hand sanitizer\n4. Do not share food. Pick up after yourself.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/71st-anniversary-of-karen-martyrs-day/
LOCATION:Mississippi Creative Arts School\, 1575 L'Orient St\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210618T110000
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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - ONLINE!
DESCRIPTION:Our Karen Culture Presentation is back! What’s new? It’s now online!\nAre you interested in learning more about Karen culture? Join us for our Karen Culture Presentation online every other month! 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.  \nThis presentation will be delivered online. Please RSVP by registering for a ticket. \n*Suggested donation of $5. Donate here \nRSVP here on Eventbrite\, where we will send you details about participating in the online event.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-online-3/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210605T090000
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SUMMARY:Connecting Together for a Healthy Life
DESCRIPTION:A virtual health and wellbeing event\nKOM\, in partnership with four organizations including the Korean Adoptees Ministry Center\, Korean Service Center\, and SEWA-Asian Indian Family Wellness\, will be leading a virtual health event on June 5th in English\, Korean\, and Karen.  The event itself will be run through educational workshops and campaigns\, and will focus on suicide and family violence prevention. \n\nREGISTER HERE!\n\nOrder of Events\nWelcome and Introduction (9:00  – 9:40 am)\nJoin here: https://zoom.us/j/96619562583?pwd=REcreXFuVEVVSHhVM3hZMTBsUENCUT09 \nThe goal of the virtual health event is to support participants through sharing resources that can help teach people how to take care of their mental and physical health.  In that vein\, the fair will begin with a welcome to all participants.  An introductory video from the Minnesota Department of Health will be shared\, and leaders of the event will be introduced.  Additionally\, leaders will prepare participants for the following portions of the fair\, which include navigating Zoom sessions. \nJoint Session (9:40 – 10:50 am)\nThe following portion of the Virtual Health Fair will involve a joint session entitled Caring for Yourself and Your Family.  Concurrent Zoom meetings will deliver this content in different languages\, including Karen\, Korean\, and English.  Afterwards\, participants will take a short break before choosing what topic of Breakout Practice Session they would like to partake in. Join one of the sessions below: \n1. Korean language: Communication Skills for Families by Sharon Lee https://zoom.us/j/99198280091?pwd=K25xcUN0ZmwyWGRVc0lLVTZ2bEsydz09  \n2. Karen language: Caring for Yourself and Your Family by Lwepaw Kacher & Julyna Loo  https://zoom.us/j/95018378896?pwd=TjNHZExlS21MRDBTVzFNKzBSclhvdz09           \n3. English language: Issues of Asian American Youth and Mental Health By Dr. Lauren Bae   https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88539565487   \n4. English language: Caring for Yourself and Your Family by SEWA-AIFW  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88665539174?pwd=djFNcVJXRXlFMXJEY01aQWx2Wkdjdz09   \nBreakout Sessions (11:00 – 11:30 am)\nThe Breakout Practice Sessions include topics such as Meditation\, COVID-19 Resources\, Suicide Prevention Resources\, and Mandala Art.  Each of these sessions will take place in a different Zoom meeting.  The emcee will instruct participants on how to navigate to the session of their choosing. Breakout session topics: \n1. Race and Xenophobia as It Relates to Mental Health in South Asian Communities by Geetanjali Mittal – Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85489648531?pwd=bU94VjdmQVhnOWV6R0cyTVFiK3RKdz09 \n2. Mandala Art by Shruthi Srinivasan – Join here: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/5384123366 \n3. Meditation & Mindfulness by Nicole Sheppard – Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88539565487 \n4. Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Resources by NAMI\, Minnesota – Join here: https://zoom.us/j/92420296144?pwd=U1ZXeFNwcm8vMnRaVWVKZ1BsdWNXZz09 \n5. Ramsey County Crisis Programs and Services at Ramsey County Mental Health Clinic Overview by Charles Goff – Join here: https://zoom.us/j/94564209380?pwd=bytKQ2FOQlNYUlRmajlmMUxHZitaQT09 \nAsk a Therapist (available from 9:30 am – 11:30 am)\nJoin here: https://zoom.us/my/cmhwrm \nDrop in any time to ask questions about mental health supports available in our area\, and what happens if you go see a therapist. These drop-in consultations will be provided by the following Wilder Staff:  \nGia Xiong\, MSW\, LICSW\, licensed therapist and bilingual in Hmong / English  \nBao Moua\, MSW\, LICSW\, licensed therapist and bilingual in Hmong / English  \nAye Aye Aung\, interpreter / cultural broker\, and multilingual in S’gaw and Pwo Karen\, Thai\, and English  \nJune Way\, ARMHS worker (adult skills worker) and multilingual in Karen and English  \nConclusion (11:30 am – 12:00 pm)\nJoin here: https://zoom.us/j/96619562583?pwd=REcreXFuVEVVSHhVM3hZMTBsUENCUT09 \nTo conclude the fair\, participants will have the chance to win door prizes!  A survey will be also be available to participants to help evaluate the event and help us improve for next year. \n\nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/connecting-together-for-a-healthy-life/
LOCATION:Online on Zoom
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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - ONLINE!
DESCRIPTION:Our Karen Culture Presentation is back! What’s new? It’s now online!\nAre you interested in learning more about Karen culture? Join us for our Karen Culture Presentation online every other month! 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.  \nThis presentation will be delivered online. Please RSVP by registering for a ticket. \n*Suggested donation of $5. Donate here \nRSVP here on Eventbrite\, where we will send you details about participating in the online event.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-online-2/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210219T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T220007Z
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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - ONLINE!
DESCRIPTION:Our Karen Culture Presentation is back! What’s new? It’s now online!\nAre you interested in learning more about Karen culture? Join us for our Karen Culture Presentation online every other month! 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.  \nThis presentation will be delivered online. Please RSVP by registering for a ticket. \n*Suggested donation of $5. Donate here \nRSVP here on Eventbrite\, where we will send you details about participating in the online event.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-online/2021-02-19/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
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SUMMARY:2760 Virtual Karen New Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Save the date to join us in celebrating the 2760 Karen New Year online on January 13th\, 2021!\nThere will be honorable guest speakers and music entertainment streamed live on the Karen Organization of Minnesota’s YouTube Channel.\n\n\n\nAlthough we cannot gather in person this year\, we hope many of you will join us in welcoming the first day of the Karen lunar new year.\nWatch the live event here!
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/2760-virtual-karen-new-year-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201211T110000
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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - ONLINE!
DESCRIPTION:Our Karen Culture Presentation is back! What’s new? It’s now online!\nAre you interested in learning more about Karen culture? Join us for our Karen Culture Presentation online every other month! 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.  \nThis presentation will be delivered online. Please RSVP by registering for a ticket. \n*Suggested donation of $5. Donate here \nRSVP here on Eventbrite\, where we will send you details about participating in the online event.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-online/2020-12-11/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
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SUMMARY:Stronger Together: KOM 2020 Virtual Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a virtual fundraiser event this year! \nWhile we aren’t able to hold our annual in-person fundraising events this year\, we are looking forward to seeing many of your faces online. \n\nEvent Details\nDate: Thursday\, December 3rd\, 2020\, 12:00pm – 1:00pm \nLocation (UPDATE): Live on YouTube! Click here to watch. \nProgram: Our virtual program will include updates from KOM staff and community members from this year\, music\, a live raffle drawing\, and more. \nTickets: Free! Please consider making a donation to help refugees meet their immediate needs during the COVID-19 pandemic and plan for future goals. \n\nRSVP*\nTo join us for the event\, please RSVP by filling out our online registration form HERE. \n*UPDATE: The event will be LIVE STREAMED on YouTube on Thursday\, December 3rd at 12:00pm CST.\n  \n               WATCH LIVE HERE\n\nRaffle\nThe raffle is now closed. Join us for our live event to find out if you have won! \nOur prizes include: \nKaren Horn  |  Original Artwork  |  iPhone XR  |  Gold Necklace  |  55″ Smart TV  |  $250 Visa Gift Card  |  AirPods Pro  |  Vacuum  |  Rice Cooker  |  Karen Textiles \nKaren horn\niPhone XR\n55″ Smart TV\nAirPods Pro\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nTickets are $20 each and can be purchased from KOM staff or board members\, or at our office: 2353 Rice Street\, Suite #240\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \n\n  \nHouse Rules for Raffle\nCity of St. Paul Temporary Gambling License # 20200002494 \nRaffle Drawing: Thursday\, December 3\, 2020\, 12:00-1:00pm \nDrawing Location: The Urban Village\, 1082 Arcade St.\, St. Paul\, MN 55106 \nDrawing will be livestreamed via Zoom. Register for the free virtual event at: www.mnkaren.org/event/stronger-together \nThe Karen Organization of Minnesota (“KOM”) will conduct a charitable raffle on December 3\, 2020\, to raise funds for our programs serving refugees and immigrants in Minnesota. In compliance with city and state laws\, KOM has set forth the following house rules for this raffle: \n1. Raffles are a form of gambling. If you or someone you know has a problem with gambling addiction\, call the toll-free problem gambling helpline at 1-800-333-HOPE. \n2. Raffle tickets will be sold from November 11\, 2020 to November 30\, 2020. \n3. Individuals may purchase one or more raffle tickets. Only one ticket is required to enter the raffle. \n4. The price is $20.00 per ticket. Debit card purchases will be charged a processing fee of 2.9% of ticket price + $0.30 per transaction. No discounts or donations of tickets are allowed according to state law. Tickets are non-refundable. \n5. Individuals may purchase tickets using cash\, checks\, \, or debit cards. Credit cards may not be used to purchase raffle tickets according to state law. Payment must be issued before individuals can receive a raffle ticket. \n6. Tickets must be purchased in-person according to state law. No phone or online payments are allowed. Individuals may purchase raffle tickets with cash or check from KOM staff or board members. Alternatively\, individuals may purchase tickets with cash\, check\, or debit card by contacting (651)788-7593 to set up a curbside appointment at KOM’s office. \n7. Individuals must provide their name\, phone number\, and address on the raffle ticket for the ticket to be valid. \n8. Individuals must be 18 or older to purchase a raffle ticket or to win a prize. Individuals must be able to pick up prizes from KOM’s office. KOM is not responsible for shipping or delivering prizes to winners. Karen Organization of Minnesota | 2353 Rice St.\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN 55113 | (651)788-7593 | www.mnkaren.org \n9. Raffle managers are not allowed to purchase tickets or win a prize. Other KOM staff\, board members\, or persons not involved in managing the raffle may purchase tickets and win prizes. \n10. The raffle drawing will be held during our “Stronger Together” virtual event on December 3\, 2020\, from 12:00-1:00pm at The Urban Village (1082 Arcade St.\, St. Paul\, MN 55106). Raffle ticket holders need not be present to win. Limited standing room will be available for raffle ticket holders to observe the drawing. COVID-19 masking\, sanitizing\, and social distancing rules will be strictly enforced. The event will also be broadcast live online via Zoom. Individuals may register to attend the virtual event at www.mnkaren.org/event/stronger-together. \n11. Raffle winners will be selected by ticket drawing. All entries will have an equal chance to win. One winner will be selected per prize. \n12. Prize winners will be posted on KOM’s website after the event. KOM staff will contact each prize winner to claim their prize within 14 days of the event. If the prize winner does not collect their prize within this time\, KOM staff may conduct a second drawing to select another winner. Information for that raffle drawing will be posted if necessary. \nFor questions regarding the raffle\, please contact: \nEh Tah Khu | (651)202-3114 | ekhu@mnkaren.org \nAlexis Walstad | (651)202-3120 | awalstad@mnkaren.org \n\nSponsors\n     \n  \n   \n\nSamah Home Healthcare                    Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans\n  \n  \nLet’s stay connected\, as we are all STRONGER TOGETHER! \n  \nCheck back on this page for updates about the event.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/stronger-together/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201002T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201002T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20200723T195931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T220007Z
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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - ONLINE!
DESCRIPTION:Our Karen Culture Presentation is back! What’s new? It’s now online!\nAre you interested in learning more about Karen culture? Join us for our Karen Culture Presentation online every other month! 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.  \nThis presentation will be delivered online. Please RSVP by registering for a ticket. \n*Suggested donation of $5. Donate here \nRSVP here on Eventbrite\, where we will send you details about participating in the online event.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-online/2020-10-02/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200821T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200821T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20200723T195931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T220007Z
UID:10000218-1598007600-1598013000@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - ONLINE!
DESCRIPTION:Our Karen Culture Presentation is back! What’s new? It’s now online!\nAre you interested in learning more about Karen culture? Join us for our Karen Culture Presentation online every other month! 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.  \nThis presentation will be delivered online. Please RSVP by registering for a ticket. \n*Suggested donation of $5. Donate here \nRSVP here on Eventbrite\, where we will send you details about participating in the online event.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-online/2020-08-21/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200809T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200809T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20200805T165758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200805T165758Z
UID:10000224-1596981600-1596996000@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:FREE COVID-19 TESTING
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 8th from 2 – 6PM at Aldrich Arena in Maplewood \n& \nSunday\, August 9th from 2 – 6PM at Washington Tech in Saint Paul \n  \n\n\nInterpreters will be available on site\nNo insurance needed\nSymptoms or no symptoms\nDrive-thru and walk-up\n\n  \nPre-registration is recommended\, but not required. You can pre-register here: https://www.primarybio.com/r/ramsey \nMore free COVID-19 testing will be available on weekends during the month of August. Stay tuned for future times and locations.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/free-covid-19-testing/2020-08-09/
LOCATION:Washington Technology Magnet School\, 1495 Rice Street\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota\, 55117\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200808T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20200805T165758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200805T165758Z
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SUMMARY:FREE COVID-19 TESTING
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 8th from 2 – 6PM at Aldrich Arena in Maplewood \n& \nSunday\, August 9th from 2 – 6PM at Washington Tech in Saint Paul \n  \n\n\nInterpreters will be available on site\nNo insurance needed\nSymptoms or no symptoms\nDrive-thru and walk-up\n\n  \nPre-registration is recommended\, but not required. You can pre-register here: https://www.primarybio.com/r/ramsey \nMore free COVID-19 testing will be available on weekends during the month of August. Stay tuned for future times and locations.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/free-covid-19-testing/2020-08-08/
LOCATION:Washington Technology Magnet School\, 1495 Rice Street\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota\, 55117\, United States
GEO:44.9870078;-93.1111948
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200619T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200619T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20180720T134004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200610T165359Z
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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, we have decided to cancel our Karen Culture Presentation for June 19th\, 2020. We are in the process of gradually bringing our staff back to the office\, but that won’t begin until June 29th. We plan to host our next presentation in August and will share updates about whether it will be virtual or in-person. Thank you for understanding. \nAre 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. \n*Suggested donation of $5 at time of event
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-2/2020-06-19/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Olive":MAILTO:solive@mnkaren.org 
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200417T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200417T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20180720T134004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200610T165359Z
UID:10000189-1587137400-1587142800@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, we have decided to cancel our Karen Culture Presentation for June 19th\, 2020. We are in the process of gradually bringing our staff back to the office\, but that won’t begin until June 29th. We plan to host our next presentation in August and will share updates about whether it will be virtual or in-person. Thank you for understanding. \nAre 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. \n*Suggested donation of $5 at time of event
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-2/2020-04-17/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Olive":MAILTO:solive@mnkaren.org 
GEO:45.0119704;-93.1069931
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200417T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200417T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20180720T134004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200402T152204Z
UID:10000191-1587137400-1587142800@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the current COVID-19 outbreak\, we have decided to cancel our Karen Culture Presentation for April 17th\, 2020. The health of our attendees and our staff is of great importance to us\, and so we will not be holding our April presentation. At this time\, we are still on for our presentation in June. \nAre 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. \n*Suggested donation of $5 at time of event
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-2-2020-04-17/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Olive":MAILTO:solive@mnkaren.org 
GEO:45.0119704;-93.1069931
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20200304T180445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200402T152133Z
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SUMMARY:API Day at the Capitol - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:On April 14th\, 2020\, the Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans will be celebrating API Day at the Capitol from 8:30 A.M.– 2:00 P.M. with community members all across Minnesota. \nThis annual event brings together diverse groups of Asian Pacific students\, community organizations\, cultural leaders\, and more for the purpose of engaging face-to-face with legislators and government leadership on important issues within their communities. \nRegister here.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/6546/
LOCATION:Minnesota State Capitol\, 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55155\, United States
GEO:44.9552186;-93.1022446
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20200304T180034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200318T192712Z
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SUMMARY:Asian Minnesotans at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Join Coalition of Asian American Leaders (CAAL)\, Filipinx for Immigrant rights & Racial justice Minnesota – FIRM\, India Association of Minnesota (IAM)\, Karen Organization of Minnesota (KOM)\, Minnesota Private College Council\, and Philippine Study Group of Minnesota (PSGM)\, Release MN8\, Reviving Islamic Sisterhood for Empowerment (RISE) and The SEAD Project at this year’s Asian Minnesotans at the Capitol. This event is for everyone- whether it is your first time at the State Legislature or 100th\, please come advocate and learn about the legislative process. \nThe day will start with a brief training about how to talk to legislators and go over key priority issues. After the training\, you will have the opportunity to meet with your Minnesota State Legislators to discuss issues that matter to you and your communities. \nUpdated March 18\, 2020: To reduce the spread of COVID-19 and comply with CDC and MDH’s recommendations to avoid being in crowds of people we will change the format of the Asian Minnesotans at the Capitol on Thursday\, April 2\, 2020 into a virtual advocacy day in lieu of the traditional in-person event we have organized over the years. In place of the in-person event\, we are exploring digital avenues to continue advocating for issues that affect our community. \nThis event is free\, but we would appreciate early registration to give the event planners time to both plan and schedule meetings with your legislators. \nPriority Registration Deadline: Friday\, March 13\, 2020 \nFinal Registration Deadline: Wednesday\, March 25\, 2020 \nIf you are interested in volunteering for Asian Minnesotans at the Capitol\, please see this form: https://secure.everyaction.com/xCigGvJkR0q5oSd63nXBmg2 \nLunch and light snacks will be provided. Other accommodations such as childcare\, as well as others\, can be provided upon request. \nIf you have any questions or comments please contact KaYing Yang\, Director of Programs and Partnerships\, at kaying@caalmn.org.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/asian-minnesotans-at-the-capitol/
LOCATION:State Office Building 300 N & S\, 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55155\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Coalition of Asian American Leaders - CAAL":MAILTO:info@caalmn.org
GEO:44.9543513;-93.1046728
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200227T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20200106T213654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200106T213654Z
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SUMMARY:Free Tax Clinics at KOM
DESCRIPTION:KOM is hosting free tax clinics during the month of February! Experts from the Minnesota Department of Revenue staff will be filing the returns. Interpreters will be available for Karen\, Karenni\, and Burmese. \nSchedule\nEvery Thursday evening in February (2/6\, 2/13\, 2/20\, 2/27) from 5-8pm. Check-in begins at 4pm. \nServices are on a first-come\, first-serve basis. \nContact\nFor questions\, please contact our receptionist\, Eh Gay Htoo So \nWhat to Bring\nWhat you MUST bring for all family members who you plan to include on your taxes: \n\nSSN cards\nID cards\n\nCommon items you may have to report include: \n\nW-2s from all employers any tax member worked at in 2019\nUnemployment benefit tax statements\nCounty benefit/MFIP statements\nSSI benefit statements\nCRP or property tax statements\ngambling winnings
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/free-tax-clinics-at-kom/2020-02-27/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
GEO:45.0119704;-93.1069931
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200221T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20180720T134004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200610T165359Z
UID:10000188-1582299000-1582304400@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, we have decided to cancel our Karen Culture Presentation for June 19th\, 2020. We are in the process of gradually bringing our staff back to the office\, but that won’t begin until June 29th. We plan to host our next presentation in August and will share updates about whether it will be virtual or in-person. Thank you for understanding. \nAre 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. \n*Suggested donation of $5 at time of event
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-2/2020-02-21/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Olive":MAILTO:solive@mnkaren.org 
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200220T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20200106T213654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200106T213654Z
UID:10000214-1582218000-1582228800@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:Free Tax Clinics at KOM
DESCRIPTION:KOM is hosting free tax clinics during the month of February! Experts from the Minnesota Department of Revenue staff will be filing the returns. Interpreters will be available for Karen\, Karenni\, and Burmese. \nSchedule\nEvery Thursday evening in February (2/6\, 2/13\, 2/20\, 2/27) from 5-8pm. Check-in begins at 4pm. \nServices are on a first-come\, first-serve basis. \nContact\nFor questions\, please contact our receptionist\, Eh Gay Htoo So \nWhat to Bring\nWhat you MUST bring for all family members who you plan to include on your taxes: \n\nSSN cards\nID cards\n\nCommon items you may have to report include: \n\nW-2s from all employers any tax member worked at in 2019\nUnemployment benefit tax statements\nCounty benefit/MFIP statements\nSSI benefit statements\nCRP or property tax statements\ngambling winnings
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/free-tax-clinics-at-kom/2020-02-20/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
GEO:45.0119704;-93.1069931
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200213T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20200106T213654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200106T213654Z
UID:10000213-1581613200-1581624000@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:Free Tax Clinics at KOM
DESCRIPTION:KOM is hosting free tax clinics during the month of February! Experts from the Minnesota Department of Revenue staff will be filing the returns. Interpreters will be available for Karen\, Karenni\, and Burmese. \nSchedule\nEvery Thursday evening in February (2/6\, 2/13\, 2/20\, 2/27) from 5-8pm. Check-in begins at 4pm. \nServices are on a first-come\, first-serve basis. \nContact\nFor questions\, please contact our receptionist\, Eh Gay Htoo So \nWhat to Bring\nWhat you MUST bring for all family members who you plan to include on your taxes: \n\nSSN cards\nID cards\n\nCommon items you may have to report include: \n\nW-2s from all employers any tax member worked at in 2019\nUnemployment benefit tax statements\nCounty benefit/MFIP statements\nSSI benefit statements\nCRP or property tax statements\ngambling winnings
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/free-tax-clinics-at-kom/2020-02-13/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
GEO:45.0119704;-93.1069931
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200206T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20200106T213654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200106T213654Z
UID:10000212-1581008400-1581019200@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:Free Tax Clinics at KOM
DESCRIPTION:KOM is hosting free tax clinics during the month of February! Experts from the Minnesota Department of Revenue staff will be filing the returns. Interpreters will be available for Karen\, Karenni\, and Burmese. \nSchedule\nEvery Thursday evening in February (2/6\, 2/13\, 2/20\, 2/27) from 5-8pm. Check-in begins at 4pm. \nServices are on a first-come\, first-serve basis. \nContact\nFor questions\, please contact our receptionist\, Eh Gay Htoo So \nWhat to Bring\nWhat you MUST bring for all family members who you plan to include on your taxes: \n\nSSN cards\nID cards\n\nCommon items you may have to report include: \n\nW-2s from all employers any tax member worked at in 2019\nUnemployment benefit tax statements\nCounty benefit/MFIP statements\nSSI benefit statements\nCRP or property tax statements\ngambling winnings
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/free-tax-clinics-at-kom/2020-02-06/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191226T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191226T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20191119T174845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191205T151121Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate 2759 Karen New Years
DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 26th at the Washington Technology Magnet school to celebrate Karen New Years! \nThe celebration lasts the whole day\, however\, you can come and go as needed! The main program goes from 9:30am-12:00pm\, with the entertainment continuing from 12:00pm-3:00pm. From 3:30pm to 8:30pm there will be the opportunity to hear from some of Minnesota’s most famous Karen singers. \nThere will also be a volleyball tournament during the day and activities for kids! Each year\, over 1\,000 people from St. Paul have attended Karen New Years\, you won’t want to miss out! \n  \nContact\n  \nIf you have any questions about the event\, please contact: \n\nSaw Nay Htoo: 651-592-5066\nEh Tah Khu: 651-560-0668\nSaw Million: 651-442-3351\nHsar Hin Htoo: 651-206-9801\nMarner Saw: 651-468-6375\n\n  \n\n\nOpportunities for Sponsorship\n  \nIf you are interested in sponsoring the 2759 Karen New Year\, the deadline to submit a sponsor form and payment is Friday\, December 20th. Your sponsorship will show your agency’s support for the Karen community and keep this event free and accessible for all community members. More information about the sponsor packages can be found here. To sponsor\, complete this Sponsor Registration Form  then mail payment to KOM. \nTo pay online\, please fill out our form here. \nThank you for your support!
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/celebrate-2759-karen-new-years/
LOCATION:Washington Technology Magnet School\, 1495 Rice Street\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota\, 55117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191206T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, we have decided to cancel our Karen Culture Presentation for June 19th\, 2020. We are in the process of gradually bringing our staff back to the office\, but that won’t begin until June 29th. We plan to host our next presentation in August and will share updates about whether it will be virtual or in-person. Thank you for understanding. \nAre 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. \n*Suggested donation of $5 at time of event
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-2/2019-12-06/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Olive":MAILTO:solive@mnkaren.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191109T150000
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SUMMARY:The Work of the Karen Weavers' Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the East Side Freedom Library to view our weavers demonstrate traditional Karen back-strap weaving! If you have wanted to experience the weaving process\, but never had a chance this is a great opportunity! There will be items available for purchase as well as refreshments. \nKaren women\, Aye Lwai (cq)\, left\, and Rosie Say talk while Lwai weaves a bag at the East Side Freedom Library in St. Paul on Wednesday\, Nov. 9\, 2016. In Burma/Myanmar women and men would weave intricately patterned cloth on backstrap looms\, which would be used to make sarongs\, shirts and other clothing. (Pioneer Press: Jean Pieri)\n  \n  \n  \nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through the Minnesota State Arts Board\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/the-work-of-the-karen-weavers-circle/
LOCATION:East Side Freedom Library\, 1105 Greenbrier St\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191018T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
CREATED:20180720T134004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200610T165359Z
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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, we have decided to cancel our Karen Culture Presentation for June 19th\, 2020. We are in the process of gradually bringing our staff back to the office\, but that won’t begin until June 29th. We plan to host our next presentation in August and will share updates about whether it will be virtual or in-person. Thank you for understanding. \nAre 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. \n*Suggested donation of $5 at time of event
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-2/2019-10-18/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Olive":MAILTO:solive@mnkaren.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T121920
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SUMMARY:2019 Annual Gala
DESCRIPTION:The Karen Organization of Minnesota will hold our annual gala on Thursday\, October 10th\, 2019\, at the Anderson Center at Hamline University.\n  \nJoin us for a social hour with a cash bar\, a silent auction\, plated dinner\, and a short program highlighting young leaders in the Karen community and KOM’s new strategic direction. Proceeds from the gala will support our programs helping refugees thrive in Minnesota. \n\n\nMeet Our Speakers\nWe are excited to hear from Gay Ka Mwee\, Neymu Tor\, and Ser Nai Htoo\, three influential young adult leaders! \n \nGay Ka Mwee is originally from Myanmar\, previously known as Burma. She is among the 70\,000 \nKaren refugees who have resettled in the United States. Gay Ka Mwee came from Nu Poe Refugee Camp to the United States in March 2011 with her family at the age of 11. She says\, “My family escaped war\, oppression\, human rights violations\, and unstoppable conflicts between the Karen and Myanmar militaries to seek a better life\, freedom\, and opportunities.” \nGay Ka Mwee is currently attending Metropolitan State University majoring in Human Services (BS). Because of all the civil wars\, oppression and persistent killings in Myanmar she has seen and experienced\,  she has “always dreamed of becoming an ambitious\, influential\, inspirational and successful 20-year old Karen leader. That way I can help stop the human rights violations in Myanmar and change Myanmar into a new and free nation with a true democracy that includes liberty and justice for all.” \n \n  \nNeymu Tor was born in Burma. His parents moved to Mae Ra Ma Luang refugee camp in Thailand when he was about eight years old. Neymu came to the United States in 2010 and graduated from East Kentwood High School in Kentwood Michigan in 2013. After graduating from high school he worked at “Ranir Inc” as a machine operator. He also worked as an interpreter at Bethany Christian Services and Refugee Center in Grand Rapids Michigan for a few years.  \nNeymu says he “came to live in Minnesota to continue my education\, to learn about the Karen community\, and to work. Currently I am studying at Century College\, and in the future as a human services student I hope to work in a community and help people – especially Karen people – to solve problems and improve their lives.” \n \n  \nSer Nai Htoo was born in a refugee camp in Thailand after his parents fled from civil war in Myanmar. Ser Nai says\, “I came to the U.S with my family in 2009\, and I was 19 years old at the time. I was fortunate enough to finish High school and go to college. I graduated from Century College with an Associate degree in Law Enforcement in 2017. I’ve been working with St. Paul Police Department as a Community Liaison Officer since 2016.” \nSer Nai’s goal is to further his education and to become a valuable resource for people who are in need. He is now married and has one beautiful daughter. \n  \n  \n\nREGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED! \nIf you already registered\, check your email this week for updates and information about the event. Thank you!\n  \n2019 Annual Gala Ticket Prices\n  \nIndividual Tickets: $70/ticket ($55/ticket for students and seniors age 65+) \nSponsorships: Download our Sponsor Letter for more information on sponsorship benefits. Donations due Sept. 20th. \nSilent Auction: Download our Silent Auction Letter for more information on how to donate. Donations due Sept. 27th. \nReserve your tickets\n  \nTo pay by check: Mail your completed individual registration form or sponsor registration form to KOM\, or bring it to our office during business hours. \nTo pay by credit card: Register online using our secure form. (REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED) \n 
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/2019-annual-gala/
LOCATION:Hamline University – Anderson Center\, 774 Snelling Ave N\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States
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