Chopsticks Alley

Chopsticks Alley Chopsticks Alley Art promotes Southeast Asian cultural heritage through the arts.

We celebrate the cultural diversity of Southeast Asian contemporary art to foster greater understanding and connect communities. We offer arts-based programs and classes, exhibits, and community events to create an engaging environment of celebration, understanding, and support between our diverse, multi-generational communities.

We are looking for an Executive Director who is excited to help shape the future of a growing grassroots arts organizati...
08/11/2026

We are looking for an Executive Director who is excited to help shape the future of a growing grassroots arts organization and build meaningful relationships with our Chopstickers, artists, audiences, community partners, and supporters.

Additional info: tinyurl.com/edchopsticks
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An announcement from Chopsticks Alley art’s Board Chair, Lam Nguyen:On behalf of the Board of Directors of Chopsticks Al...
07/24/2026

An announcement from Chopsticks Alley art’s Board Chair, Lam Nguyen:

On behalf of the Board of Directors of Chopsticks Alley Art, I want to share an important milestone in our organization’s journey.

After almost a decade of visionary leadership, our Founder and Executive Artistic Director, Trami Cron, has shared her intention to transition out of her leadership role. While this marks the beginning of a new chapter, it is also an opportunity to celebrate the extraordinary impact she has had on our organization, our artists, and the Asian Pacific Islander community.

Trami founded Chopsticks Alley Art with a simple yet powerful belief: that art can create connection, preserve culture, and inspire belonging. What began as a small idea shared with a dedicated group of Founding Board Members has grown into one of San José’s leading cultural organizations. Through her creativity, courage, and unwavering dedication, Trami helped transform that vision into a vibrant gallery, educational center, and community gathering place where thousands of artists, students, families, and visitors have found opportunities to create, share, and connect…

Read full letter here:
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Check out or current exhibition Pearls Remember by Filipino artist Charlene Tan!Across the ocean, memory gathers slowly....
07/23/2026

Check out or current exhibition Pearls Remember by Filipino artist Charlene Tan!

Across the ocean, memory gathers slowly.
Pressed by time, shaped by care, they become pearls.
This exhibition explores memory, migration, and the quiet labor of cultural continuity. Interwoven between the Philippines and the United States.

Fridays 1-6pm
Saturdays 12-4pm

Chopsticks Alley Art Gallery
38 S 2nd St, San Jose

We are delighted to welcome Nina Le to the Board of Directors at Chopsticks Alley Art.A second-generation Vietnamese Ame...
07/13/2026

We are delighted to welcome Nina Le to the Board of Directors at Chopsticks Alley Art.

A second-generation Vietnamese American raised in the Bay Area, Nina first connected with Chopsticks Alley Art as an exhibiting artist, using her work to explore the experience of growing up between two cultures. Through the gallery, she found a meaningful space for storytelling, creative expression, and community.
“Exhibiting at Chopsticks Alley Art has been such a rewarding way for me to express my experience of growing up between two worlds. Telling my story, hearing others share theirs, and connecting with a community of artists has added so much meaning to my work. I strongly believe in CAA’s mission to create a space where Southeast Asian artists can connect and share their perspectives.”

We are excited to welcome Nina to our Board and look forward to the insight, creativity, and passion she will bring as we continue creating, sharing, and connecting through the arts.

Join us for the Opening Reception of “Pearls Remember” on June 5th featuring artist Charlene Tan with a special performa...
05/22/2026

Join us for the Opening Reception of “Pearls Remember” on June 5th featuring artist Charlene Tan with a special performance by Kulintang Dialect!

Event starts at 7pm
Rsvp: chartan.eventbrite.com

Across the ocean, memory gathers slowly.
Pressed by time, shaped by care, they become pearls.
This exhibition explores memory, migration, and the quiet labor of cultural continuity. Interwoven between the Philippines and the United States.

You are cordially invited to the Opening Reception of “Pearls Remember” featuring artist Charlene Tan.Across the ocean, ...
05/19/2026

You are cordially invited to the Opening Reception of “Pearls Remember” featuring artist Charlene Tan.
Across the ocean, memory gathers slowly.
Pressed by time, shaped by care, they become pearls.
This exhibition explores memory, migration, and the quiet labor of cultural continuity. Interwoven between the Philippines and the United States.

Rsvp: chartan.eventbrite.com

Program in partnership with LEAD Filipino:
* Artist Introduction at 7:00pm
* Poet Shaena Reyes at 7:15pm
* Gallery will be open from 1-9 pm

Chopsticks Alley Art Gallery
38 S. 2nd Street, San Jose, CA 95113
Gallery Hours:
* Fri 1 – 6 pm | First Fri 1 – 9 pm
* Sat 12 – 4 pm
* Guided Tours Available by Appointment

Funded in part by:
* Applied Materials Foundation
* Makahakama FoundationPackard Foundation
* Applied Materials Foundation
* Packard Foundation
* Silicon Valley Community Foundation
* SVCREATES, in partnership with the County of Santa Clara

04/27/2026

Celebrate the end of the Khmer New Year season with us on May 9th! Performances by our dance students and Sala Khmer. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased with Davy Chea. This event is made through support from Chopsticks Alley, SVCREATES, San Jose Cultural Affairs Office, and the Cambodian American Resource Agency family.

The event is from 2-4pm. Hope to see you all there.

Join us for an intimate evening of storytelling, reflection, and creative exchange as artists discuss their works in our...
04/17/2026

Join us for an intimate evening of storytelling, reflection, and creative exchange as artists discuss their works in our current exhibition.

RSVP: arttongue88.eventbrite.com

Join us for an intimate evening of storytelling, reflection, and creative exchange as artists from the Bầu Cua Cá Cọp - Gourd Crab Fish Tiger exhibition come together to share the voices behind their work.
In this special Art Tongue series, participating artists will speak about their artistic process, inspirations, and the personal and cultural narratives woven into their pieces. From concept to creation, gain deeper insight into the stories, materials, and meanings that shape each artwork.
This is a unique opportunity to connect directly with the artists, ask questions, and experience the exhibition through their perspectives.
Come listen, learn, and be part of the conversation.
Moderated by Esther Young, Chopsticks Alley’s CreativiTEA Open Mic Producer

Featured Artists:
* Saraswathy Lakshmivaraham
* Hadi Aghaee
* Robin Lasser
* Combsy
* Nina Le
* Tangying Shen
* Brandon Luu
* Angelina Melchor Nguyen
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Exhibition on View - “Bầu Cua Cá Cọp - Gourd Crab Fish Tiger”
Chopsticks Alley Art proudly celebrates eight years of creativity, community, and cultural storytelling. The number eight symbolizes prosperity, harmony, and an unending flow of connection.
Under a theme inspired by the spirit of Bầu Cua Cá Cọp, the beloved Vietnamese game of chance is often played during Tết Lunar New Year. Played with three dice and six iconic symbols: a gourd, crab, fish, deer, rooster, and prawn, the game evokes luck, risk, anticipation, and joyful unpredictability.
Reflecting these qualities, the exhibition showcases artists and artworks that speak to who they are, how they see the world, and the vibrant diversity of creative expression within our community.
Exhibition dates: February 6 - May 3, 2026
Chopsticks Alley Art Gallery
Open San Jose
38 S. 2nd Street
San Jose, CA 95113

Gallery Hours
First Fridays 1-9 pm
Friday - 1-6 pm
Saturday -12 pm - 4 pm

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04/12/2026

Rain or shine taught an art class teaching participants how to make Lanterns of Hope from recycled bottles.

Thank you for coming to our class despite the rain! ❤️

Flow & Flourish is a community art and environmental stewardship project by Chopsticks Alley Art in partnership with Valley Verde. Through three free workshops at Valley Verde and one culminating event at
Chopsticks Alley Art Gallery, participants will explore the connection between culture, creativity, and water conservation. The project promotes awareness, sustainability, and equity for diverse communities.
Funded in part by Valley Water

You are cordially invited to the Opening Reception of “Pearls Remember” featuring artist Charlene Tan. .art.tan Across t...
04/10/2026

You are cordially invited to the Opening Reception of “Pearls Remember” featuring artist Charlene Tan. .art.tan

Across the ocean, memory gathers slowly.
Pressed by time, shaped by care, they become pearls.
This exhibition explores memory, migration, and the quiet labor of cultural continuity. Interwoven between the Philippines and the United States.

Rsvp: chartan.eventbrite.com
Link in profile

Program:
* Artist’s Introduction at 7pm
* Gallery will be open from 1-9 pm

Chopsticks Alley Art Gallery
38 S. 2nd Street, San Jose, CA 95113
Gallery Hours:
* Fri 1 – 6 pm | First Fri 1 – 9 pm
* Sat 12 – 4 pm
* Guided Tours Available by Appointment

Funded in part by:
* Applied Materials Foundation
* Makahakama Foundation
* Packard Foundation
* Applied Materials Foundation
* Packard Foundation
* Silicon Valley Community Foundation
* SVCREATES, in partnership with the County of Santa Clara

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38 S 2nd Street
San Jose, CA
95113

Opening Hours

Friday 1pm - 6pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm

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