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The Rise of K-fashion, LIE
Monday, February 12, 2018 | 12:00 PM
Step into the global phenomenon known as Hallyu, or the Korean wave, with Chung Chung Lee, creator behind the fashion label LIE and son of legendary designer, LIE SANG BONG. Chung Chung is a pioneer in expanding awareness of Korean fashion at 2018 New York Fashion Week through “Concept Korea,” a biannual fashion show supported by South Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism. At the Korea Society's event, Chung…
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Annual Membership Party 2018: Celebrate the New Year, Celebrate Korea
Thursday, February 8, 2018 | 6:30 PM
Celebrate Lunar New Year at The Korea Society’s Annual Membership Party. Enjoy Korean food and toast with beer, makgeolli (courtesy of NY Saeng Mak), and soju (courtesy of West 32 Soju). Participate in silent auctions and raffles for a chance to win unique prizes. Cheers to the Year of the Dog! The Korea Society 350 Madison Avenue, 24th Floor, NYC Attire: Festive Not a member? Click here to join Welcome…
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Politics, Policy, and PyeongChang 2018
Wednesday, February 7, 2018 | 9:00 AM
These first-Wednesday monthly roundtables draw members and supporters from policy, corporate, media, academe, and the United Nations to discuss and debate Korea’s leadership, regional relations or the North Korea challenge. The 2018 kickoff addresses issues of politics and policy in the lead-up to the Winter Games and takes place two days prior to the Opening Ceremonies. Korea Society senior director and Columbia adjunct professor Stephen Noerper addresses the lead-up to…
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Family Day: Korean New Year 2018
Saturday, February 3, 2018 | 11:00 AM
Join us to celebrate Sŏllal, the Korean New Year, with a day of fun-filled family activities at The Korea Society! Enjoy storytelling, participate in arts workshops, compete in traditional games, and more! Limited space please register in advance. Tickets:Members: $25 per family of 3-5 ($5 each additional family member), $10 for individualsNon-members: $30 per family of 3-5 ($5 each additional family member), $15 for individuals Join our membership program here!…
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