Events & Happenings
This Month in Chinatown
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Sip & Paint Minis
Join Counterspell Games at Welcome to Chinatown, as we teach you how to create and paint a new fantasy character, while you sip a selection of coffee from Alcove!
Intro To Mahjong by Green Tile Social Club: May Session
Join us and Green Tile Social Club for a night of Mahjong!
*Tickets for this event will be available starting 1 week before the event date on GTSC's website.*
Hong Kong mahjong, taught the gtsc way 🤝
The night will begin with a dedicated 1.5 hour mahjong lesson taught in groups of six. your gtsc teacher will run you through the complete basics — terminology, role recognition, core game constructs — before real-time instructing you thru an open hand game
Once you’ve graduated to closed hand, stay and enjoy your new playing chops till we get kicked out at 10 🫡
Coffee & Canvass
Enjoy a coffee, meet like-minded community members, and canvass with us!
Open Office Hours
Book a free consultation with our team! Our open office hours are an opportunity to meet with the WtC team to chat through your challenges and support needs.
Unpacking AANHPI Grief: Demystifying and Making Space for Grief and Loss
Grief is the natural response to loss of all kinds, but we are rarely given space in our everyday lives to acknowledge it. As human beings with intersectional identities living in a grief-illiterate society, how do we make space for grief, individually and in community?
In this interactive talk with Chinese-American grief coach and author Charlene Lam, we will debunk myths about grief, and address cultural taboos about talking about grief, death and dying. Together, we will name what we’ve been carrying and create opportunities to engage with grief through personal reflection and community witnessing.
All participatory elements are optional. We will have time for Q&A and open discussion. A pop-up installation by The Grief Gallery will be on display. Attendees are invited to bring an object that represents who or what you’re grieving – for instance, a memento of a person, pet, place, identity, or anything else you’re mourning – to add to the collective display.
About Charlene:
Charlene Lam is a certified grief coach, speaker, and the author of Curating Grief: A Creative Guide to Choosing What to Keep After a Loved One Dies.
After her mother died suddenly in 2013, she started presenting exhibitions with her mother’s belongings, which became the foundation for her Curating Grief® framework. As curator of The Grief Gallery®, she presents international exhibitions featuring the belongings of loved ones lost, including installations in Los Angeles, Toronto, and London.
Her TEDx talk, “What Grief and Soy Sauce Taught Me About Life After Loss,” has been viewed more than 20,000 times.
A proud Chinese-American New Yorker like her late mother, Charlene is based in Lisbon, Portugal. She works with clients worldwide (and really wants you to ask her about the soy sauce in her mother’s kitchen.)
Open Office Hours
Book a free consultation with our team! Our open office hours are an opportunity to meet with the WtC team to chat through your challenges and support needs.
CitizensNYC Community Leaders and Small Business' Grant Info Session
Come learn about CitizensNYC’s grant opportunities for small businesses and community projects!
Marketing and PR Consultations with Meesh PR
Get personalized tips on growing brand awareness & reaching your target audience
Architectural Design and Construction Consultations with Spaced Agency
Get guidance for architectural design, construction, and space development.
Intro To Mahjong by Green Tile Social Club: June Session
Join us and Green Tile Social Club for a night of Mahjong!
*Tickets for this event will be available starting 1 week before the event date on GTSC's website.*
Hong Kong mahjong, taught the gtsc way 🤝
The night will begin with a dedicated 1.5 hour mahjong lesson taught in groups of six. your gtsc teacher will run you through the complete basics — terminology, role recognition, core game constructs — before real-time instructing you thru an open hand game
Once you’ve graduated to closed hand, stay and enjoy your new playing chops till we get kicked out at 10 🫡
Coffee & Canvass
Enjoy a coffee, meet like-minded community members, and canvass with us!
Open Office Hours
Book a free consultation with our team! Our open office hours are an opportunity to meet with the WtC team to chat through your challenges and support needs.
Open Office Hours
Book a free consultation with our team! Our open office hours are an opportunity to meet with the WtC team to chat through your challenges and support needs.
1:1 Pro-bono Consultations: HR Without the Headaches with Danielle Chan
Get actionable advice from an HR professional for your workforce, both from the people and business perspective.
Coffee & Canvass
Enjoy a coffee, meet like-minded community members, and canvass with us!
Open Office Hours
Book a free consultation with our team! Our open office hours are an opportunity to meet with the WtC team to chat through your challenges and support needs.
Portfolio + Vending Consultations with Jessica Lou (Looky Goods)
Learn how to put your best step forward when applying to events and navigate the world of vending in person.
Open Office Hours
Book a free consultation with our team! Our open office hours are an opportunity to meet with the WtC team to chat through your challenges and support needs.
Imagining Your Space: 1:1 Consultations with Bo Liu
Starting or planning a new design space? Bo Liu can help guide you through the ideas and potential of space designing.
Open Office Hours
Book a free consultation with our team! Our open office hours are an opportunity to meet with the WtC team to chat through your challenges and support needs.
Merchandising Masterclass: 1:1 Sessions with The Locavore
Book a session with Caroline for expert recommendations on signage, displays, storytelling and customer engagement.
Open Office Hours
Book a free consultation with our team! Our open office hours are an opportunity to meet with the WtC team to chat through your challenges and support needs.
Open Office Hours
Book a free consultation with our team! Our open office hours are an opportunity to meet with the WtC team to chat through your challenges and support needs.
Open Office Hours
Book a free consultation with our team! Our open office hours are an opportunity to meet with the WtC team to chat through your challenges and support needs.
Open Office Hours
Book a free consultation with our team! Our open office hours are an opportunity to meet with the WtC team to chat through your challenges and support needs.
Pro-Bono Legal Consultations for Small Businesses
30 minute no-cost legal consultations for small business owners.
Saving Five: A Memoir of Hope
Astronaut Amanda Nguyen is coming to The Hub on her book tour!
New York Knicks & Rangers AAPI Month Youth Clinic
Join us for another year with New York Knicks, New York Rangers, Welcome to Chinatown and Grand Street Settlement to celebrate AAPI Month with a community celebration clinic!
Summer Youth Fair at Welcome to Chinatown
Come explore summer youth programs in and around Chinatown.
How to Build a Strong Legal Foundation: Workshop and Consultations with Legal Aid Society and NYC SBS (Hybrid event)
Join us at the Hub for a workshop on managing essential legal documents for your small business!
Entity Formation with Grow Brooklyn
Come with your business plan questions, Whether it's a Single Member LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp, or other partnerships, Grow Brooklyn can help you sort through the noise and weigh the pros and cons of each!
Serica Storytellers: Architecture Serving Neighborhoods & Memories - Community Discussion
Join Serica Initiative for an intimate evening exploring how architecture can serve people, preserve memory, and shape the future of our cities.
Open Office Hours
Book a free consultation with our team! Our open office hours are an opportunity to meet with the WtC team to chat through your challenges and support needs.
Open Office Hours
Book a free consultation with our team! Our open office hours are an opportunity to meet with the WtC team to chat through your challenges and support needs.
Social Media Consultations with Alice Yang
Master your audience, content, strategy, and partnerships to grow your social presence.
Branding, Marketing and Content Strategy Consultations with Kim Pham
Book a free session with Kim Pham, award-winning creative and brand builder with a track record of building “cultlike” followings.
Intro To Mahjong by Green Tile Social Club: April Session
Join us and Green Tile Social Club for a night of Mahjong!
*Tickets for this event will be available starting 1 week before the event date on GTSC's website.*
Hong Kong mahjong, taught the gtsc way 🤝
The night will begin with a dedicated 1.5 hour mahjong lesson taught in groups of six. your gtsc teacher will run you through the complete basics — terminology, role recognition, core game constructs — before real-time instructing you thru an open hand game
Once you’ve graduated to closed hand, stay and enjoy your new playing chops till we get kicked out at 10 🫡
Coffee & Canvass
Enjoy a coffee, meet like-minded community members, and canvass with us!
Succession Readiness Workshop with NYLS: What It Is, Your Options, and First Steps
Is your business ready for the unexpected? Come learn why succession planning is critical.
Website Check-Up Consultations with Jamie Lonie
This session helps identify quick wins and longer-term improvements so your site works harder for you — even if you’re not ready for a full redesign.
Free Community Co-Working Days & Finance Wellness Guidance Powered by New York Life
Welcome to Chinatown and New York Life are teaming up to support our neighborhood’s dreamers, doers, and entrepreneurs.
We’re opening the doors of our Small Business Innovation Hub for Community Co-Working Days and Office Hours sessions! Whether you're a small business owner, freelancer, or just need a professional space to get things done, come enjoy a free day of working, connecting, and growing in community.
What's included:
Access to a free hot seat at The Hub (from 10am-5pm)
Complimentary coffee + light refreshments
Opportunities to network with fellow local entrepreneurs
Upcoming Dates & Promo Code for Free Co-working Day:
March 4, 2026 - “NYLifeCC34”
March 18, 2026 - “NYLifeCC318”
March 26, 2026 - “NYLifeCC326”
April 22, 2026 - “NYLifeCC422”
Seats are limited — RSVP now to reserve your spot!
To reserve a desk, visit The Hub, create an account using your preferred email address, and select your desired date. Please note: the promo code is only valid for that specific day. Reservations made without following these steps may be subject to cancellation. With limited availability we kindly request ONE co-working day per person.
Let’s build, thrive, and support Chinatown together. And a big thank you again to New York Life for making this possible!
Free Community Co-Working Days & Finance Wellness Guidance Powered by New York Life
Welcome to Chinatown and New York Life are teaming up to support our neighborhood’s dreamers, doers, and entrepreneurs.
We’re opening the doors of our Small Business Innovation Hub for Community Co-Working Days and Office Hours sessions! Whether you're a small business owner, freelancer, or just need a professional space to get things done, come enjoy a free day of working, connecting, and growing in community.
What's included:
Access to a free hot seat at The Hub (from 10am-6pm)
Complimentary coffee + light refreshments
Opportunities to network with fellow local entrepreneurs
Upcoming Dates & Promo Code for Free Co-working Day:
March 4, 2026 - “NYLifeCC34”
March 18, 2026 - “NYLifeCC318”
March 26, 2026 - “NYLifeCC326”
April 15, 2025 - NYLifeCC414
April 22, 2026 - “NYLifeCC422”
Seats are limited — RSVP now to reserve your spot!
To reserve a desk, visit The Hub, create an account using your preferred email address, and select your desired date. Please note: the promo code is only valid for that specific day. Reservations made without following these steps may be subject to cancellation. With limited availability we kindly request ONE co-working day per person.
Let’s build, thrive, and support Chinatown together. And a big thank you again to New York Life for making this possible!
Artist Alley Opening: "Make It 10 Cents" Siyan Wong
Artist Alley Opening: "Make It 10 Cents" Siyan Wong
Welcome to Chinatown’s Artist Alley is showcasing Siyan Wong’s paintings in a solo exhibition that depict workers who collect cans to survive. Wong’s paintings give visibility to the work of the historically marginalized, and puts a spotlight on the cans and bottles that end up in costly landfills. Wong states that, “Art is only as powerful as the inspiration for actions that comes from it.”
Simultaneous with the exhibit opening is a silent auction to benefit Sure We Can, the only non-profit community driven redemption center in New York City. Sure We Can intends to use the funds for a one-day pop up redemption site in Chinatown that simulates the Bigger Better Bottle Bill, which will pay canners 10 cents per can rather than the current 5 cents per can, and allow all types of containers to be redeemed except for dairy and juice products.
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Location: The Hub (115 Bowery)
Gallery Opening 4/14/2026, @6-8pm
Exhibition on-view till 5/29/2026
SONGKRAN: Family & Culture Day
Celebrate Thai New Year 2026 with Thai food, culture and traditions at our Songkran Family & Culture Day. Enjoy Thai food and drinks, enjoy the Songkran photo booth, and celebrate the beautiful ritual of Song Nam Phra—rinsing away the old year and welcoming good fortune for the coming year.
SONGKRAN: NIGHT MARKET
Celebrate Thai New Year 2026 with Thai food, drinks, merch and music at our Songkran Night Market.
New York Life Career Fair
Are you interested in an opportunity in the financial services industry? If yes come by this career fair hosted by New York Life and Welcome to Chinatown to learn more!
New York life is hiring for financial advisors and licensed insurance agents.
Spicy Make Me Cry Thai Street Food: NAM PHRIK ONG NACHOS!
EAT SPICY CRY HAPPY. Visit Spicy Make Me Cry’s pop-up at The Hub for Thai street food!
Financial Wellness Guidance with New York Life
New York Life reps can help answer questions regarding both personal and business finances
Co-op Conversion Consultations: Selling to Your Employees as an Exit Plan for Your Business
Book a session to learn more about employee ownership and converting to a worker cooperative business model.
New Wave x Bé Bếp @Welcome to Chinatown
NEW WAVE is back in NYC at @welcometochinatown.
Join us Friday, April 3 for Dinner & a Movie! Come hungry, bring your friends, and stay for the conversation.
Financial Wellness Guidance with New York Life
New York Life reps can help answer questions regarding both personal and business finances
Legacy in Transition: Community-Centric Succession Planning
Learn how a business can grow and pass on its legacy while keeping stewardship in the hands of the community.
Open Office Hours
Book a free consultation with our team! Our open office hours are an opportunity to meet with the WtC team to chat through your challenges and support needs.
Coffee & Canvass
Enjoy a coffee, meet like-minded community members, and canvass with us!
Glow Up Golden 2026 Calendar Pop-Up: Chinese Metaphysics and Personal Timing
Stop by The Hub during Test Thursday and discover how your birthday and timing can support better decisions in business, networking, and everyday life.