FAAIM First Thursday’s
AAPI Film Night
Join us on the first Thursday of every month at Haibayo for a celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander cinema! From acclaimed classics to overlooked gems and exciting new independent films, our monthly screenings will highlight AAPI stories and filmmakers that deserve an audience. Each month we will be showcasing different short and feature films.
6:00 PM, Every 1st Thursday of the Month
Haibayo Cafe
1132 W Argyle St, Chicago, IL 60640
Goh Namakura
September 3rd, 2026 - 6 PM
FAAIM First Thursday is proud to present GOH NAKAMURA - A Career Retrospect (so far). Join us and Goh for a lively discussion on his life in front of the microphone as a musician, behind the camera as a composer, and in front of the camera as a actor, then stay for a live musical performance.
Southeast Asian American Journeys
October 1st, 2026 - 6 PM
More details coming soon!
October 22, 2026
(Special Screening)
Details coming soon!
Past Screenings
Second Helpings
August 6th, 2026 - 6 PM
Whether it’s running a multi-generational family business or building identity and community through familiar flavors, these 6 short films are about cooking, serving, and eating through the lenses of AAPI filmmakers and storytellers.