What does it mean to live a hyphenated life? So many of us exist in a constant state of flux, toggling across the multiple layers of who we are and the diverse spaces we occupy. Perhaps we’re an immigrant or child of immigrants, a person of color, disabled, neurodivergent, queer, or all of the above. Regardless of our identities, we exist in in-between spaces while also trying to fit into the dominant culture. With a foot in multiple worlds, belonging fully to none, it can be hard to just fit in, let alone find belonging. She will be in conversation with Dr. Helen Hsu, author of Healing Trauma Workbook for Asian Americans.

Celebrate the Chinatown Night Market with a mahjong block party on historic Waverly Place — the iconic street where lanterns will glow above and friends are all around. Free, just drop in and play.

Join us for a special macaron pop-up with Sandy Kuma Bear! Come try her handcrafted French macarons with a playful Asian twist — made with fresh ingredients and lots of love. The pop -up will end at 4p or until sold out!

Join us at the On Waverly Clubhouse for Mahjong with Kim: Learn & Play!, a fun and social two-hour session in the heart of Chinatown perfect for beginners. You'll get a brief overview of Hong Kong style Mahjong and then learn as you play in an intimate, hands-on setting — no experience needed.

Join us at the On Waverly Clubhouse for Mahjong with Kim: Learn & Play!, a fun and social two-hour session in the heart of Chinatown perfect for beginners. You'll get a brief overview of Hong Kong style Mahjong and then learn as you play in an intimate, hands-on setting — no experience needed.

Join us at The Clubhouse — our intimate event space on Waverly Place in San Francisco's Chinatown — for an afternoon of mahjong, nostalgic Asian baked goods, and Cantopop. Your ticket includes:

Join us at the On Waverly Clubhouse for Mahjong with Kim: Learn & Play!, a fun and social two-hour session in the heart of Chinatown perfect for beginners. You'll get a brief overview of Hong Kong style Mahjong and then learn as you play in an intimate, hands-on setting — no experience needed.

We believe food is a story passed down through generations. Join Annie and Jessica from Third Space Roots at On Waverly for a day of community and TCM-inspired treats. Celebrate AAPI month with us as we feature seasonal, herbal-infused desserts and cooling drinks inspired by the traditional flavors we grew up with. Whether you’re browsing for a new read or an AAPI gift, come say hi and grab a treat! We’re creating a space for curiosity and connection and we’d love to hear about your own wellness journey, swap stories about the nostalgic childhood foods, or answer any questions you have about how and why we use functional ingredients.

Join us in celebrating the launch of Curious Ducks and Comfy Cats, a cozy environment-based coloring book by local illustrator Julia Peng. In this joint talk & workshop, Julia will be speaking in conversation with fellow artist Madeline Liu about their respective illustration journeys and finding their artistic voice.

Join us as we celebrate the launch of author, Jasmine Feng's debut book, Beneath the Same Round Moon. She will be in conversation with On Waverly founder, Cynthia Huie.

Join award-winning cookbook author and mom of two Clarissa Wei for a conversation on postpartum confinement cuisine. Her latest cookbook is a nourishing, restorative guide to eating well after childbirth, with recipes informed by traditional Chinese medicine. Clarissa will share the cultural traditions, pantry staples, and practical rituals behind postpartum cooking today. She will be joined by herbalist/recipe collaborator Stella Wang. The talk will be moderated by fellow cookbook author and mom Kristina Cho.

Join us for a book talk with award-winning author author May-lee Chai. In this collection of timely essays and incantations, May-lee Chai explores the intersection of world history and her own—feeding herself and her ghosts in the process. She will be in conversation with writer, photographer, eater Grace Hwang Lynch.