Give Us Hope

In a time of job uncertainty, rising costs, and constant pressure to succeed, hope can feel hard to hold onto. Join Janny Sivilay for a grounding conversation on what it means to thrive through difficult seasons.

You'll leave with practical tools to sustain your wellness, care for yourself, and support the people around you.

📅 June 18
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 201 Westport Road + virtual option

🎟️ Register: https://kc.naaap.org/events/give-us-hope-with-janny-sivilay

🎉 Grand Opening: The Silk Road by NAAAP-KC

Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of The Silk Road, a new community marketplace and gathering space highlighting Asian American creators, makers, artists, and small businesses in Kansas City.

📅 Saturday, June 20, 2026
📍 The Silk Road
201 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO

Come explore a curated collection of local vendors, discover unique handmade goods, meet the makers behind them, and experience the vibrant creativity of our community.

Throughout the day, enjoy:
• Shopping from local Asian American and minority owned businesses
• Food, drinks, and sweet treats
• Opportunities to connect with neighbors, creators, and community leaders

The Silk Road was created as a place for discovery, connection, and belonging—a space where stories, cultures, and creativity intersect.

📚 Join Us for the Launch of Our Book Club at The Silk Road!

Come explore the space, meet fellow readers, and connect with others who love stories and conversation.

📖 Our first book is Crying in H Mart.

📌 Please register as soon as possible so we can prepare your free copy for pickup at the kick-off event.

Register here:
Book Club Kick-Off at The Silk Road

This will be a relaxed, welcoming gathering where you can get to know the group, learn more about the book club, and enjoy good conversation.

We'll meet again at the end of August to discuss the book. No need to finish reading before the kick-off—everyone is welcome, whether you've read a few pages or the entire book.

✨ Free for NAAAP members. Members receive a complimentary copy of each book selected for the club.