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SUMMARY:2024 Spring Film Series: Princess Mononoke
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, April 12\, 2024\, 6 p.m.\nPrincess Mononoke\, PG13\nDirected by Hayao Miyazaki\, 1997\n Presented by Misaki Okita \nIn the 14th Century\, the harmony among humans\, animals\, and gods started to crumble. Infected by an animal attack\, the protagonist\, young Ashitaka\, seeks a cure from the deer-like god Shishigami. During his journey\, he witnesses humans ravaging the Earth\, angering the wolf god Moro and Princess Mononoke\, his human companion. Ashitaka’s efforts to mediate peace among them resulted in conflict. \nClick here for more film details. \nAll film viewings will begin at 6 p.m. at the Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA. Free to the public. Donations welcome. \nReservations are required. Call 724.282.0123 to register now!
URL:https://maridon.org/event/princess-mononoke/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T150000
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SUMMARY:April Book Club: American Born Chinese by Gene Luen Yang
DESCRIPTION:3:00 p.m.\, Thursday\, April 25\, 2024\nAmerican Born Chinese by Gene Luen Yang\n \nDownload the complete book club flyer. \n“American Born Chinese” by Gene Yang is a powerful graphic novel that interweaves the stories of three seemingly unrelated characters: \n\nJin Wang – A Chinese-American student who moves to a new neighborhood and faces isolation as the only Chinese-American student in his new school.\nMonkey King – A legendary figure from Chinese folklore.\nChin-Kee – A character who embodies negative Chinese stereotypes\, causing trouble during his annual visits to his cousin Danny.\n\nTheir lives and narratives eventually converge in an unexpected twist\, forming an action-packed modern fable. “American Born Chinese” is a thrilling and thought-provoking work\, culminating in a remarkable climax. \nPlease join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We also will offer Zoom platform meetings for those not comfortable meeting in person at this time. \nTo register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/may-book-club-american-born-chinese-by-gene-luen-yang/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T180000
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SUMMARY:2024 Spring Film Series: Grave of the Fireflies
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, April 26\, 2024\, 6 p.m.\nGrave of the Fireflies\, NR\nDirected by Isao Takahata\, 1988\nPresented by Misaki Okita\n \nA poignant reflection on the human toll of war\, this animated story tracks Seita (Tsutomu Tatsumi)\, a teen responsible for his younger sister\, Setsuko (Ayano Shiraishi)\, following an American firebombing in WWII that separates them from their parents. Their survival story is both heartbreaking and realistic\, as they depend on each other and fight against all odds to remain united and alive.\n \nClick here for more film details. \nAll film viewings will begin at 6 p.m. at the Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA. Free to the public. Donations welcome. \nReservations are required. Call 724.282.0123 to register now!
URL:https://maridon.org/event/grave-of-the-fireflies/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T180000
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SUMMARY:Dr. Cynthia Marshall Presenting "Chinese Jewelry-Ancient to Modern"
DESCRIPTION:Chinese Jewelry-Ancient to Modern\nThe Maridon Museum is pleased to announce the return of the popular “The Collectors” series. Join us on  Wednesday\, May 15th to explore the captivating world of Chinese jewelry with Dr. Cynthia Marshall. This free lecture will delve into the rich history of adornment from ancient times to the modern era. \n\nClick here to download the flyer.  To register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/dr-cynthia-marshall-presenting-chinese-jewelry-ancient-to-modern/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T160000
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SUMMARY:May Book Club: The Last Story of Mina Lee by Nancy Jooyoun Kim
DESCRIPTION:3:00 p.m.\, Thursday\, May 30\, 2024\nThe Last Story of Mina Lee by Nancy Jooyoun Kim\n \nDownload the complete book club flyer. \n“The Last Story of Mina Lee” is an unconventional novel that explores the profound impact of secrets in the lives of a Korean immigrant mother and her daughter\, Margot Lee. \nMargot becomes concerned when her mother\, Mina\, stops responding to her calls. She makes a surprise trip to Koreatown\, Los Angeles\, only to discover Mina’s suspicious death. \nIn her quest for truth\, Margot uncovers her mother’s past as a Korean War orphan and an undocumented immigrant\, revealing how little she knew about Mina. The narrative also flashes back to Mina’s arrival in America 30 years earlier\, when she unexpectedly falls in love and sets off a chain of events with repercussions spanning decades. \nTold from both mother and daughter perspectives\, “The Last Story of Mina Lee” is a powerful debut novel that delves into identity\, family\, secrets\, and the concept of belonging. \nPlease join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We also will offer Zoom platform meetings for those not comfortable meeting in person at this time. \nTo register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/june-book-club-the-last-story-of-mina-lee-by-nancy-jooyoun-kim/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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SUMMARY:Registration Closed: Introductory Class in Ikebana
DESCRIPTION:Registration is closed for this class.\nJoin The Maridon Museum as it hosts the Ikebana International Pittsburgh Chapter for an introductory class in Ikebana from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on Saturday\, June 8\, 2024. The class will focus on studying the Sogetsu Ikebana style. \n$75/student—includes materials for the class\, which the attendee can take home. It seats 12 people\, but space is limited—reservations are required. Please Call – 724.282.0123. \nWorkshop participants will learn the foundational techniques of Sogetsu ikebana\, enjoy a demonstration by lead sensei\, and create their ikebana arrangement with select branches and fresh flowers. Sogetsu Pittsburgh is a collective study group founded in 1990 by Reiko Nakajima and Joan Walter.  Along with studying the Sogetsu Ikebana curriculum through workshops\, the group introduces the practice to the public and community through collaborations with various organizations\, venues\, and artists. Sogetsu is a school of ikebana founded in Japan in 1927 by artist Sofu Teshigahara on the premise that traditional ikebana – originally intended for altars\, the tokonoma\, and tea ceremonies – could be expanded and be created “anytime\, anywhere\, by anyone.” Sogetsu incorporates influences\, including modern sculpture\, abstract art\, architecture\, and design\, while honoring custom and particular techniques. \nKebana\, or the “way of flowers\,” is a traditional Japanese art form that involves the arrangement of flowers and other natural materials. Its origins can be traced back to the sixth century when China introduced Buddhism to Japan. Simple flower arrangements were a way of honoring Buddha\, and this practice became the more formalized art of Ikebana. Today\, as a popular living visual art\, classical arrangements have evolved to include freestyle\, emphasizing shape\, line\, and form to create a harmonious relationship between the natural materials and the space around them.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/introductory-class-in-ikebana/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T190000
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SUMMARY:Registration Closed: Rue Snider Presenting "Pop-Up Books"
DESCRIPTION:Class Full: Pop-Up Books\nWe have had such an interest in this program that we have reached capacity. If you did not get to register for this event\, we hope you will consider attending our other two Collector events:\n\nPinball by Pat Gallagher: July 18\, 2024\nThe Art of Nintendo by Jackie Totin: August 15\, 2024\n\nThe Maridon Museum is excited to welcome Rue Snider for the next installment of “The Collectors” series on Wednesday\, June 12th. This session will explore the fascinating world of 3D construction and imagery used to create pop-up books. \n\nClick here to download the flyer.  To register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/rue-snider-presenting-pop-up-books/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T160000
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SUMMARY:June Book Club: Number One Chinese Restaurant by Lillian Li
DESCRIPTION:3:00 p.m.\, Thursday\, June 27\, 2024\nNumber One Chinese Restaurant by Lillian Li\n \nDownload the complete book club flyer. \n“Number One Chinese Restaurant” by Lillian Li is set in the Beijing Duck House in Rockville\, Maryland\, a beloved Chinese restaurant. It explores the lives and relationships of the restaurant’s staff. \nOwner Jimmy Han hopes to upgrade the restaurant\, Johnny and Annie want to mend their strained family ties\, and Nan and Ah-Jack consider turning their friendship into something more. Meanwhile\, Nan’s son\, Pat\, gets involved in a dangerous game with Annie\, leading to a family crisis. \nThe novel is a multi-voiced\, poignant\, and darkly funny exploration of family dynamics\, youth\, aging\, and the complexities of parent-child relationships in the restaurant setting. \nPlease join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We also will offer Zoom platform meetings for those not comfortable meeting in person at this time. \nTo register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/july-book-club-number-one-chinese-restaurant-by-lillian-li/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T190000
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SUMMARY:Pat Gallagher Presenting "Vintage Pinball Machines"
DESCRIPTION:Vintage Pinball Machines\nThe Maridon Museum is pleased to announce the return of the popular “The Collectors” series on Thursday\, July 18th. Pat Gallagher will present machines from his extraordinary collection and share his knowledge about PINBALL MACHINES!!! \nPat will bring his machines to the museum for your playing pleasure and talk about his family’s history of collecting\, servicing\, and restoring these non-digital\, electro-mechanical machines. Not only will you have the opportunity to play with the machines\, but you will also be able to take a look inside to see how they work. \nPat’s grandfather\, Joe Malis\, started operating the Coin-Op Amusements in the Butler area in the 1940s. Pat grew up with early exposure to the machines by helping out and working with his family. He has collected and restored his own machines since the late 1970s. \nPat grew up in the Butler area and was a local DJ for 47 years\, during which time he amassed 15\,000 45s (records). He also collects vintage gumball & candy machines and is a die-hard\, life-long fan of The Three Stooges…”Soitenly!!” \n\nClick here to download the flyer.  To register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/pinnball/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T160000
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SUMMARY:July Book Club: A River of Stars by Vanessa Hua
DESCRIPTION:3:00 p.m.\, Thursday\, July 25\, 2024\nA River of Stars by Vanessa Hua\n \nDownload the complete book club flyer. \nIn a stunning debut novel that explores motherhood\, immigration\, and the search for identity\, a pregnant Scarlett Chen embarks on a life-changing journey. Leaving behind her factory life and forbidden love in China\, she finds herself in Los Angeles\, hidden away in a clandestine maternity home. Miles from her native land\, Scarlett grapples with the memories of Boss Yeung\, the factory owner who fathered her child. Thrilled with the news of a son on the way (something his three daughters couldn’t provide)\, Yeung orchestrated Scarlett’s secret trip to America. Here\, their “little prince” will be born with the coveted U.S. citizenship\, a key to a brighter future. A River of Stars is a captivating exploration of home\, belonging\, and a mother’s fierce determination to forge her path. With wit and empathy\, the novel promises an entertaining and unpredictable adventure. \nPlease join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We will also offer Zoom platform meetings for those who are not comfortable meeting in person at this time. \nTo register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/july-book-club-a-river-of-stars-by-vanessa-hua/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T190000
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SUMMARY:Rescheduled: Jackie Totin Presents "The Art of Nintendo"
DESCRIPTION:Please check back for details: This event has been rescheduled.\nThe Art of Nintendo\nThe Maridon Museum is pleased to announce the return of the popular “The Collectors” series. Join us on Thursday\, August 15th\, as Jackie Totin will present games and memorabilia from the extraordinary collection she started to amass when she was eight years old! She inherited her brother’s Nintendo Power Series\, which sparked her interest. She loved the challenges\, and the collecting began. \nJackie will display articles from her collection and the history of Nintendo with accompanying screen photos. Jackie grew up in the Butler area and is currently studying to be a Paleontologist. She also collects books\, Manga\, and Squishmallows! \n\nClick here to download the flyer.  To register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/jackie-totin-presents-the-art-of-nintendo/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240829T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240829T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
CREATED:20240713T130104Z
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SUMMARY:August Book Club: Arsenic and Adobo by Mia P. Manansala
DESCRIPTION:3:00 p.m.\, Thursday\, August 29\, 2024\nArsenic and Adobo by Mia P. Manansala\n \nDownload the complete book club flyer. \nIn the first book of this new culinary cozy series brimming with sharp wit and delectable dishes – dishes that might just be killer – Lila Macapagal’s life takes a dramatic turn after a brutal breakup forces her back home. Balancing saving her Tita Rosie’s failing restaurant\, dodging matchmaking aunties with well-meaning but intrusive advice\, and facing down a notoriously critical ex-boyfriend feels like a rom-com recipe gone wrong. But things take a genuinely murderous turn when the ex\, a notorious food critic\, keels over after a fight with Lila\, transforming her lighthearted homecoming into a real-life Agatha Christie case. With the cops eyeing her with suspicion and a greedy landlord circling like a shark\, Lila\, armed with her loyal Dachshund Longanisa\, a network of curious aunties\, and her barista bestie\, dives headfirst into a delicious\, deadly investigation where she might be the next course on the menu. \nPlease join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We will also offer Zoom platform meetings for those who are not comfortable meeting in person at this time. \nTo register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/august-book-club-arsenic-and-adobo-by-mia-p-manansala/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
CREATED:20240713T135949Z
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SUMMARY:September Book Club: We Measure the Earth with Our Bodies by Tsering Yangzom Lama
DESCRIPTION:3:00 p.m.\, Thursday\, September 26\, 2024\nWe Measure the Earth with Our Bodies by Tsering Yangzom Lama\n \nDownload the complete book club flyer. \nJoin us for a journey of resilience in the face of displacement. “We Measure the Earth with Our Bodies” by Tsering Yangzom Lama follows four characters across three generations of a Tibetan family. After fleeing China’s invasion in the 1950s\, they grapple with loss\, exile\, and the fight to preserve their heritage. Witness their struggle to rebuild their lives amidst a shattered community and a young woman’s discovery that reignites their fight for cultural preservation. This evocative novel offers a nuanced portrait of the Tibetan exile experience. \nPlease join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We will also offer Zoom platform meetings for those who are not comfortable meeting in person at this time. \nTo register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/september-book-club-we-measure-the-earth-with-our-bodies-by-tsering-yangzom-lama/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
CREATED:20241007T205818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T205818Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Night: Ugetsu
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 4\, 2024 • 6PM\n(Japan\, 1953) NR 1 h 36 m • by Dr. Bill Covey \nJoin us for a screening of  Ugetsu on Friday\, October 4\, 2024 at 6PM. Two brothers\, Genjurô and Tobei\, embark on a journey from their village in search of a better life. Genjurô\, a diligent farmer\, contrasts sharply with his brother\, Tobei\, who yearns to become a samurai. Their quest leads them to a nearby town\, where a series of unfortunate events awaits them. \nReservations required. Please call 724.282.0123 \nClick here to download flyer.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/movie-night-ugetsu/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
CREATED:20240919T181906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T195337Z
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SUMMARY:Event Postponed: Little One Inch from Japanese Children’s Favorite Stories
DESCRIPTION:This program has been rescheduled. Stay tuned for updates on the new date!\n \nJoin us for our special Children’s Program featuring Asian Folktales & Crafts. On Saturday\, October 5\, we will feature “Little One Inch” from Japanese Children’s Favorite Stories by Florence Sakade. \n• $5 per Child\n• Ages 4 and up with adult supervision\n• Interactive Readings\n• Creative arts and crafts\n• Exploring art pieces \nPlease RSVP to 724.282.0123 one week prior to event.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/little-one-inch-from-japanese-childrens-favorite-stories/
LOCATION:Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St. Butler\, PA 16001
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T113000
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SUMMARY:Children’s Programs: Little One Inch
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 11:30 am on Sat.\, Oct. 5\, 2024 for our children’s programs featuring Asian folktales and crafts. This program will feature Little One Inch from Japanese Children’s Favorite Stories by Florence Sakade \nProgram Details \n• $5 per Child\n• Ages 4 and up with Adult Supervision\n• Interactive Readings\n• Creative Arts/Crafts\n• Exploring Art Pieces \nPlease RSVP to 724.282.0123 one week prior to event. \nClick here to download flyer.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/childrens-programs-little-one-inch/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
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SUMMARY:Movie Night: Perfect Days
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 11\, 2024 • 6PM\n(Germany/Japan\, 2023) 2 hr 4 m NR • by Dr. Junko Yamamoto \nJoin us for a screening of Perfect Days on Friday\, October 11th at 6 PM. Hirayama works as a toilet cleaner in Tokyo. He seems content with his simple life. He follows a structured everyday life and dedicates his free time to his passion for music and books. Hirayama also has a fondness for trees and photographs them. More of his past is gradually revealed through a series of unexpected encounters. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a beautiful and thought-provoking film. \nReservations required. Please call 724.282.0123 \nClick here to download flyer.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/movie-night-perfect-days/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
CREATED:20241007T230928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T020208Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Programs: The Seven Chinese Brothers by Margaret Mahy
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 11:30 am on Sat.\, Oct. 19\, 2024 for our children’s programs featuring Asian folktales and crafts. This program will feature The Seven Chinese Brothers by Margaret Mahy. \nProgram Details \n• $5 per Child\n• Ages 4 and up with Adult Supervision\n• Interactive Readings\n• Creative Arts/Crafts\n• Exploring Art Pieces \nPlease RSVP to 724.282.0123 one week prior to event. \nClick here to download flyer.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/childrens-programs-the-seven-chinese-brothers-by-margaret-mahy/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
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SUMMARY:October Book Club: Beasts of a Little Land by Juhea Kim
DESCRIPTION:3:00 p.m.\, Thursday\, October 31\, 2024\nBeasts of a Little Land by Juhea Kim\n \nDownload the complete book club flyer. \nDive into a sweeping historical saga set against the backdrop of 20th-century Korea. “Beasts of a Little Land” by Juhea Kim intertwines the fates of two young people from opposite worlds. In 1917\, a hunter saves a Japanese officer\, setting off a chain of events that spans decades. Meanwhile\, a young girl named Jade is sold into servitude at a courtesan school. As Jade becomes a sought-after performer and JungHo\, an orphan boy\, fights for Korea’s independence\, their paths converge. From opulent courtesan houses to battlefields\, witness their choices and sacrifices in a world of shifting loyalties\, where survival hinges on forging your destiny. \nPlease join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We will also offer Zoom platform meetings for those who are not comfortable meeting in person at this time. \nTo register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/october-book-club-beasts-of-a-little-land-by-juhea-kim/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
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SUMMARY:Children’s Programs: The Seven Chinese Sisters
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 11:30 am on Sat.\, Nov. 2\, 2024 for our children’s programs featuring Asian folktales and crafts. This program will feature The Seven Chinese Sisters by Kathy Tucker. \nProgram Details \n• $5 per Child\n• Ages 4 and up with Adult Supervision\n• Interactive Readings\n• Creative Arts/Crafts\n• Exploring Art Pieces \nPlease RSVP to 724.282.0123 one week prior to event. \nClick here to download flyer.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/childrens-programs-the-seven-chinese-sisters/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
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SUMMARY:Movie Night: Leap
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, November 7\, 2024 • 6PM\n(China\, 2020) 2 hr 15 m NR • by Dr. Wei Bian \nJoin us for a screening of  Leap on Thursday\, November 7\, 2024 at 6 PM. The film chronicles the journey of the Chinese women’s volleyball team\, from their historic win at the 1981 World Championship to the intense rivalry with Brazil at the 2016 Rio Olympics. It explores the unwavering spirit and resilience of generations of Chinese women volleyball players who have faced countless challenges but never surrendered. \nReservations required. Please call 724.282.0123 \nClick here to download flyer.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/movie-night-leap/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
CREATED:20241007T205108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T205432Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Night: DUNKI
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, November 15\, 2024 • 5:30PM\n(India\, 2023) 2 hr 41 m NR • by Dr. Sunita Peacock \nJoin us for a screening of  DUNKI on Friday\, November 15\, 2024 at 5:30PM. Four friends from a village in Punjab share a common dream: to go to England. Their problem is that they have neither the visa nor the ticket. A soldier promises to take them to the land of their dreams. Dunki is a hilarious and heartwarming saga of a perilous journey\, borders\, friendships\, nostalgia for home\, and love that towers above it all. \nReservations required. Please call 724.282.0123 \nClick here to download flyer.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/movie-night-dunki/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
CREATED:20240713T141244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240713T141244Z
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SUMMARY:November Book Club: Banyan Moon by Thao Thai
DESCRIPTION:3:00 p.m.\, Thursday\, November 21\, 2024\nBanyan Moon by Thao Thai\n \nDownload the complete book club flyer. \nExplore the complexities of family and the legacy of the past in Banyan Moon by Thao Thai. Ann Tran’s seemingly perfect life unravels after her beloved grandmother’s passing and a surprise pregnancy. Returning home to Florida\, she confronts a strained relationship with her mother\, Huơng\, as they navigate grief and the inheritance of a mysterious old house. \nThe story unfolds across generations\, revealing Ann and her grandmother Minh’s journeys. We see Minh’s experiences as a young woman in Vietnam\, a mother immigrating to America\, and the choices that shaped her life and family. As Ann uncovers a hidden secret\, long-buried truths surface\, forcing them to confront the past and rebuild their bond. \nBanyan Moon is a captivating saga that explores themes of mothers and daughters\, sacrifice\, and the enduring impact of our choices. Spanning continents and decades\, this is a story of family\, forgiveness\, and finding your way forward. \nPlease join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We will also offer Zoom platform meetings for those who are not comfortable meeting in person at this time. \nTo register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/november-book-club-banyan-moon-by-thao-thai/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
CREATED:20240713T141813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T214644Z
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SUMMARY:January Book Club: He Who Drowned the World by Shelley Parker-Chan
DESCRIPTION:3:00 p.m.\, Thursday\, January 30\, 2025\nHe Who Drowned the World by Shelley Parker-Chan\n \nDownload the complete book club flyer. \n“He Who Drowned the World” throws you into a heart-stopping power struggle for the dominion of China. Zhu Yuanzhang\, the victorious “Radiant King\,” sets her sights on the ultimate prize: the Emperor’s throne. However\, Zhu isn’t the only contender. A cunning courtesan\, Madam Zhang\, plots to place her husband on the throne\, while a vengeful scholar\, Wang Baoxiang\, seeks to dismantle the empire from within. To survive this deadly game\, Zhu must form a precarious alliance with her sworn enemy\, the brilliant but volatile eunuch\, General Ouyang. Each player is willing to pay any cost for victory\, even if it means sacrificing the empire. “He Who Drowned the World” promises a thrilling adventure filled with political intrigue\, brutal battles\, and the desperation of those hungry for power. \nPlease join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We will also offer Zoom platform meetings for those who are not comfortable meeting in person at this time. \nTo register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/january-book-club-he-who-drowned-the-world-by-shelley-parker-chan/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
CREATED:20241115T024544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T033755Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Chinese New Year with Us!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a festive evening to ring in the Year of the Snake. \nWhen: Friday\, January 31\, 2025\, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM\nWhere: The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001 \nEnjoy: \n\nLive Music\nRefreshments\nA Fun Scavenger Hunt\n\nTicket Price: $60 Attire: Business Casual \nReservations Required Please RSVP by January 24th at 724-282-0123 \nLet’s celebrate together! \n  \n 
URL:https://maridon.org/event/celebrate-chinese-new-year-with-us/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
CREATED:20240713T142608Z
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SUMMARY:February Book Club: The Great Reclamation by Rachel Heng
DESCRIPTION:3:00 p.m.\, Thursday\, February 27\, 2025\nThe Great Reclamation by Rachel Heng\n \nDownload the complete book club flyer. \nStep into Singapore’s vibrant past with The Great Reclamation. This captivating novel blends the innocence of childhood romance with the complexities of a nation in flux. In a sun-drenched coastal village\, Ah Boon\, a gentle boy who yearns for adventure\, discovers a unique talent: locating magical\, movable islands teeming with life. \nAs Ah Boon navigates his childhood and a blossoming love for the spirited Siok Mei\, their world experiences dramatic change. The fading grip of British rule gives way to the harsh realities of the Japanese occupation\, testing the strength of their love and the resilience of their community. \nPrepare to be swept away by this unforgettable tale of magic\, love\, and the unyielding spirit of a nation reborn. \nPlease join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We will also offer Zoom platform meetings for those who are not comfortable meeting in person at this time. \nTo register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/february-book-club-the-great-reclamation-by-rachel-heng/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
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SUMMARY:March Book Club: The Buddha in the Attic by Julie Otsuka
DESCRIPTION:3:00 p.m.\, Thursday\, March 27\, 2025\nThe Buddha in the Attic by Julie Otsuka\n \nDownload the complete book club flyer. \n“The Buddha in the Attic” by Julie Otsuka tells the poignant story of Japanese “picture brides” who immigrated to early 20th-Century America to marry men they had only seen in photographs. The novel follows their journey across the ocean\, their disillusionment with their new lives\, and their struggles to adapt to a foreign culture while facing discrimination and prejudice. \nPlease join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We will also offer Zoom platform meetings for those who are not comfortable meeting in person at this time. \nTo register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/march-book-club-the-buddha-in-the-attic-by-julie-otsuka/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
CREATED:20250312T194450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T134615Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED 2025 Spring Film Series: Water
DESCRIPTION:Please note\, this event has been canceled.\nWednesday\, April 16\, 2025 6:00 p.m.\nWater\, PG-13\nDirected by Deepa Mehta\nPresented by Dr. Andrew Colvin SRU\nA thesis picture. In 1938\, Gandhi’s party is making inroads in women’s rights. Chuyia\, a child already married but living with her parents\, becomes a widow. By tradition\, she is unceremoniously left at a bare and impoverished widows’ ashram\, beside the Ganges during monsoon season. The ashram’s leader pimps out Kalyani\, a young and beautiful widow\, for household funds. Narayan\, a follower of Gandhi\, falls in love with her. Can she break with tradition and religious teaching to marry him? The ashram’s moral center is Shakuntala\, deeply religious but conflicted about her fate. Can she protect Kalyani or Chuyia? Amid all this water\, is rebirth possible or does tradition drown all? \nAll film viewings will at the Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA. Free to the public. Donations welcome. \nReservations are required. Call 724.282.0123 to register now!\n \nClick here to download the film flyer. \n 
URL:https://maridon.org/event/2025-spring-film-series-water/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
CREATED:20250312T195104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T190324Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Spring Film Series: Laapataa Ladies
DESCRIPTION:Laapataa Ladies\, PG-13\nDirected by Kiran Rao\nPresented by Dr. Sunita Peacock SRU\nDue to a twist in events\, two newly wedded brides inadvertently get exchanged. Both women go through a rollercoaster of comical misadventures because of this. \nAll film viewings will at the Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA. Free to the public. Donations welcome. \nReservations are required. Call 724.282.0123 to register now!\n \nClick here to download the film flyer.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/2025-spring-film-series-laapataa-ladies/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191355
CREATED:20250120T214616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T214616Z
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SUMMARY:April Book Club: When We Were Orphans by Kazuo Ishiguro
DESCRIPTION:3:00 p.m.\, Thursday\, April 24\, 2025\nWhen We Were Orphans by Kazuo Ishiguro\n \nDownload the complete book club flyer. \nIn “When We Were Orphans\,” Kazuo Ishiguro tells the chilling story of Christopher Banks\, a renowned child detective in 1930s London who embarks on a desperate search for his long-lost sister\, who had vanished years before. His quest takes him to war-torn Shanghai\, a city shrouded in mystery and danger. As Christopher delves deeper into the city’s underbelly\, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal\, forcing him to confront the shadowy past he has tried to bury and the fragility of memory itself. \nPlease join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We will also offer Zoom platform meetings for those who are not comfortable meeting in person at this time. \nTo register\, or if you have questions\, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
URL:https://maridon.org/event/april-book-club-when-we-were-orphans-by-kazuo-ishiguro/
LOCATION:The Maridon Museum\, 322 North McKean St.\, Butler\, PA 16001\, Butler\, PA\, 16001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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