Activities
Cambodia Town18 hours agoThank you, Dr. Jeff Kim, for sharing this video of the Cambodia Town Tour on Saturday, November 16, 2024!
581: Long Beach 'Cambodia Town' Community Walk @ the Cambodian American Studies Conference 2024581: Long Beach 'Cambodia Town' Community Walk @ the Cambodian American Studies Conference 2024https://youtu.be/dZqZj3tPXgACambodia Town2 days agoThe first stop for Group #1 is the Mark Twain Library, located in the heart of Cambodia Town. Susan Needham, Professor of Anthropology at California State University, Dominguez Hills, describes it as "one of the most vital cultural and educational centers for the Cambodian community in Long Beach." Cambodia Town, families and friends further demonstrated their support by raising $150,000 and donating it to the Long Beach Public Library Endowment Fund to support the library's after-school program.Cambodia Town2 days agoWat (Temple) Vongsa Sahak Borey Kampuchea Krom is one of the Long Beach’s cherished Buddhist Temples located in Cambodia Town District.
Cambodia Town3 days agoThe Agony and Joyce of the Creation of Cambodia Town Business and Cultural District in Long Beach, presented by Sithea San, Richer San, and Mariko Kahn at the conference of the Release of Cambodian American Studies Model Curriculum at Hilton Hotel in Downtown Long Beach.Cambodia Town3 days agoHappy Water Festival to all Khmers and Friends!
The Water Festival, or Bon Om Touk, is one of Cambodia's most important holidays, marking the end of the rainy season and the reversal of the Tonle Sap River's flow. It has cultural, historical, and agricultural significance:
Historical: It commemorates the Khmer Empire’s victory and honors the navy and fishermen, key to Cambodia's culture and economy.
Cultural: The festival celebrates with boat races, traditional dances, and religious ceremonies, highlighting teamwork and the connection between Cambodians and the river.
Agricultural: The river’s flow reversal signals the start of the harvest season, symbolizing renewal and prosperity.
The Water Festival is a time of reflection, joy, and community celebration for many Cambodians.
Photo by the late Jim Mizerski
