May Newsletter

UPCOMING AK CONNECTION EVENTS June 7: AK Connection Sticking Together Fitness Class We’re excited to partner with fellow KAD, Aimee Sue Ladin, as she leads AK Connection for a special POUND fitness class for Korean Adoptees and their loved ones! Stick around afterward to connect over a shared meal (Chipotle burrito bowls).   Date: Saturday, June 7  Time: 2-4 p.m.  Location: Whittier Recreation Center Gymnasium (425 W 26th St, Minneapolis, MN 55405)  Cost: $5 for adults, children 12 and under free (note: tickets are limited per registration)   RSVP COMMUNITY EVENTS Highlighting Korean-American and adoptee community events May 24, and 31: Spring Into Jogakbo: Traditional Korean Hand Sewing Series May 26-28: G.O.A.'L.'s Let's Geoje! Trip (applications open now) June 8: Jangmi Arts Recital and Community Celebration June 20-22: KAAN Conference  June 23: Anna Myonghee Kimchi on TPT Relish June 21 - July 1: Bridge to Korea - Birthland Tour June 29 - July 4: Camp Choson (registration open) WHAT'S NEW Seeking AK Connection Board Members and Volunteers Since 2000, AK Connection has served as a resource for adult Korean Adoptees, their families, and communities in Minnesota. As a non-profit organization led by all Korean Adoptees, we provide cultural, educational, and social programming for our Korean Adoptee community.  This work would not be possible without community members donating their time, resources, and skills to AK Connection. If you are interested in serving on our board or volunteering, please fill out an interest form - we’re looking forward to hearing from you! BOARD MEMBER INTEREST FORM VOLUNTEER INTEREST FORM BOARD OF DIRECTORS NOTE Celebrating Children and Parents We had a beautiful day to be in community at our annual Children’s Day celebration earlier this month. Young and old alike competed in Korean Squid Game-themed challenges, shared a delicious meal, and experienced the amazing talent of our special performers, Shinparam. It was a pleasure to see and meet many new families in attendance. While new friendships were forming amongst the youth, KAD parents and community members were able to socialize and connect with one another.  That is at the heart of why we do what we do. Thank you so much for your continued support, we are grateful to be a part of and serve this community. We hope to see many of you at our June fitness activity or at one of our other monthly events in the future.   Take care, 잘 지내 주세요. AK Connection Board of Directors   DONATE TO AK CONNECTION