SUNSET PARK – The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Asian Heritage Month Celebration at Park Asia restaurant on Thursday.
The evening brought together businesses and community leaders to honor their contributions to the borough. Performers included the Homecrest Dance Ensemble, Yut Violinist, Edamovement Lab, Padma Bhuana and Fire Mountain Martial Arts.
Performances during the Asian Heritage Month Celebration hosted by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce. Photo: Arthur De Gaeta/Eagle Urban Media
This year’s honorees included Councilmember Susan Zhuang, Korean American Chamber of Commerce of the Northeast President James S. Kim, New Life Medical Esthetics & Wellness founder Lisa Eng, and Rex Huang, senior account manager for CenterLight Health System.
“Over 200 attendees joined as we recognized four amazing business, civic and community leaders, and we enjoyed pan-Asian music and cultural performances from many Asian countries,” said chamber President and CEO Randy Peers. “The strength of the many Asian communities in Brooklyn is one of our greatest assets, and the Brooklyn Chamber is dedicated to supporting these communities.”
Performances during the Asian Heritage Month Celebration hosted by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce. Photo: Arthur De Gaeta/Eagle Urban Media
Zhuang said she was grateful to be honored during the evening.
“Asian American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the resilience, culture and contributions of our community and to recommit ourselves to the work of making Brooklyn a place where everyone thrives,” Zhuang said. “This honor belongs to every member of our community who has fought to be seen, heard and valued. Brooklyn’s Asian American community has contributed so much to the fabric of this borough, and I am humbled to stand in their honor.”
Homecrest Community Services stated that its Sheepshead Bay Dance Ensemble was honored to participate in the celebration.
James S. Kim receives his award. Photo: Arthur De Gaeta/Eagle Urban Media
“It was a wonderful evening celebrating the rich cultures, traditions and contributions of Asian Americans across Brooklyn alongside community leaders, businesses, elected officials and advocates,” the organization said on Facebook. “We were especially proud of our older adult performers, who took the stage and showcased their talents through vibrant cultural dance performances.
“Their energy, dedication and passion were truly inspiring, reminding us that culture is something to be celebrated, preserved and passed on across generations.”
Lisa Eng, DO, receives her award. Photo: Arthur De Gaeta/Eagle Urban Media
Homecrest Community Services also thanked the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce in the post.
“Asian American families and businesses are a big part of what makes Brooklyn work, and it was good to see them celebrated,” Councilmember Mercedes Narcisse, who was also in attendance, said.
She added, “Congratulations to all of this year’s honorees, especially my friend and colleague Councilmember Zhuang, and a shout-out to District 46’s own Randy Peers, CEO of the Brooklyn Chamber, for the work he does to support businesses across our borough.”
Performances during the Asian Heritage Month Celebration hosted by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce. Photo: Arthur De Gaeta/Eagle Urban Media
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