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Jun 04
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Ana De Armas: Caribbean American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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As Caribbean American Heritage Month kicks off, we’re recognizing the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight award-winning actress Ana de Armas. Ana de Armas was born in April of 1988 in Havana, Cuba. Her father, a bank manager, and mother, a human resources professional, raised her and…
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May 29
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Carl Djerassi: Jewish American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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In celebration of Jewish Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight trailblazing scientist Dr. Carl Djerassi. Carl Djerassi was born in Vienna, Austria, in 1923. Born to physician parents, he spent his first five years in Bulgaria before moving back to…
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May 29
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Rhoda Magbitang: Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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As Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month ends, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight award-winning executive chef, Rhoda Magbitang. Born in the Philippines, Rhoda Magbitang was raised in Pampanga, widely known as the country’s culinary capital. As a child,…
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May 28
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Jan Koum: Jewish American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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In celebration of Jewish Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight Jan Koum, co-founder and former CEO of WhatsApp. Jan Borysovych Koum was born on February 24, 1976, near Kyiv, when Ukraine was a communist country influenced by the Soviet Union.…
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May 26
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Taste of Japan with IIB!

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Thursday, June 18, 2026 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM International Institute of Buffalo 864 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209 Free Parking    Tickets General Admission: $45 Good Neighbor Society Member: $35 Kids 6-12: $15 Kids 5 and Under: Free Enjoy a wonderfully festive night of Japanese culture featuring: A presentation by Honorary Consul to Japan Joe Koessler Japanese Tea Ceremony…
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May 22
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Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa: Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight trailblazing Japanese American actor Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa. Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa was born in Tokyo on September 27, 1950. His mother was a Japanese actress, and his…
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May 19
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William Steinberg: Jewish American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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  In celebration of Jewish Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight William Steinberg, former music director of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra (BPO). William Steinberg was born Hans Wilhelm Steinberg in Cologne, Germany, on August 1, 1899. As a child, Steinberg…
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May 12
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Fazlur Rahman Khan: Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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  In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight trailblazing civil engineer and architect, Fazlur Rahman Khan – known as the “Einstein of Structural Engineering.” Fazlur Rahman Khan was born on April…
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May 08
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S. Z. Sakall: Jewish American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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S. Z. Sakall, born Jakab Grünwald on February 2, 1883, in Budapest, Hungary, was one of six siblings. His father worked as a sculptor. Sakall discovered an early passion for theatre, demonstrated by the vaudeville-style shows he wrote as a schoolboy. He launched his professional career on stages in Budapest and Vienna, quickly becoming popular in both opera and comedy.…
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May 05
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Ronny Chieng: Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight award-winning comedian, actor, and writer Ronny Chieng. Ronny Chieng was born in 1984 in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, into a Malaysian Chinese family. Growing…
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