Name: Unspoken Stories: A Holding Heritage Screening & Community Event
Start: 2025-11-01T12:00:00-07:00
End: 2025-11-01T18:00:00-07:00
Location: Nook - Coworking and Event Space in Richmond

Hollie Ha - Producer

Jacky Li - Translator & Interpreter

Julian Fok - Director of Photography

Unspoken Stories: A Holding Heritage Screening & Community Event

Holding Heritageis committed to championing intergenerational connection and storytelling by creating space for untold stories to be shared, challenging limiting Asian stereotypes, and encouraging new ways of understanding and relating across generations.At its heart, Holding Heritage is an invitation to embrace the richness of our cultural roots and experience the homecoming that comes with reconnecting to our family heritage.

Holding Heritage Cultural Co.

Join us for a special community screening and celebration of Holding Heritage: Unspoken Stories!

Nook - Coworking and Event Space in Richmond

<h3>About the Event </h3>Join us for a special community screening and celebration of <a href="https://www.holdingheritage.com" title="https://www.holdingheritage.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Holding Heritage: Unspoken Stories </a>— a documentary series produced through <a href="https://www.storyhive.com/" title="https://www.storyhive.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">TELUS STORYHIVE </a>that explores intergenerational conversations within Chinese-Vietnamese families and the stories of the <a href="https://share.google/3XoLvm7zrXjO4LTg3" title="https://share.google/3XoLvm7zrXjO4LTg3" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Boat People</a> journey. This event also marks the official public launch of <a href="https://www.holdingheritage.com" title="https://www.holdingheritage.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Holding Heritage</a>, a platform dedicated to preserving cultural stories and bridging generations through conversation, connection, and creativity. Come hear from the creative team behind Unspoken Stories as they reflect on the most impactful moments from each episode, connect with the local Boat People refugee community, and explore a range of fun, culture-connecting activities throughout the day. (Programming will be accessible in English, Cantonese, and Vietnamese.) <h3>Location &amp; Venue </h3>Nook, in Richmond — just 4 minutes from Aberdeen Centre. Enjoy free all-day parking, and plenty of space to chat, mingle, and relax.Featuring food &amp; drinks by<a href="https://www.namivietnamese.com/" title="https://www.namivietnamese.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> Nami Vietnamese</a> food truck! <h3>Event Highlights </h3><h4>✨ Special Screening + Creative Team Panel (1:00 PM – 2:30 PM)</h4>Watch the most moving moments from each episode and hear directly from the creative team — Hollie Ha, Jacky Li, and Julian Fok — as they share stories, lessons, and reflections from bringing these family histories to life. <h4>🌿 Community Activities &amp; Gathering (12:00 PM – 6:00 PM)</h4>Enjoy light, interactive activities inspired by the series:<ul><li>Watch full episodes of Unspoken Stories in our dedicated viewing space</li><li>Bring your old VHS tapes to get digitized and preserve your family memories</li><li>Translate personal notes and letters for loved ones</li><li>Explore connection prompts to spark meaningful conversations</li><li>Play cultural games — and more!</li></ul>This is a day to connect, share, and explore at your own pace. We especially welcome Boat People refugee families and second-generation children to come together and meet others from the same community. <h3>🥢 Snacks &amp; Drinks</h3>Light refreshments will be available throughout the day. <h3>We Can’t Wait to See You!</h3>Whether you’re part of the Boat People community, a second-generation child hoping to connect with your family’s roots, or simply someone who loves stories that shape who we are — this event is for you, and we can't wait to see you. 💛

Agenda

Watch the most impactful moments from each episode of Unspoken Stories and hear directly from the creative team — Hollie Ha, Jacky Li, and Julian Fok — as they share reflections, lessons, and answer questions about bringing these family stories to life.

Special Screening & Panel ✨

Enjoy light, interactive activities inspired by the series:
- Watch full episodes of Unspoken Stories in our dedicated viewing space
- Bring your old VHS tapes to get digitized and preserve your family memories
- Translate personal notes and letters for loved ones
- Explore connection prompts to spark meaningful conversations
- Play cultural games — and more!

Community & Cultural Activities (All Day)

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