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What a fantastic and fun way to celebrate Hmong New Year with an old tradition.

We are excited to announce that Uplift the Human Spirit will be participating in the Stockton Hmong New Year on Saturday, November 9, 2024. We have a special event lined up just for you—a thrilling Ball Tossing Competition! This is a fantastic opportunity to have fun, engage with the community, and maybe even win some exciting prizes.

Event Details
Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Ball Tossing Area
Check-in Time: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Check-in Location: Uplift the Human Spirit Booth

Competition Details
Age Requirement: Participants must be 14 years or older.
Team Requirement: Each team must consist of two (2) people.

Prizes:
1st Place: $100
2nd Place: $50

How to Sign Up
You can sign up for the competition by using the link provided below or by scanning the QR code below. Be sure to secure your spot as spaces may be limited!

We are looking forward to celebrating with you at the Stockton Hmong New Year and witnessing some fantastic throws at the Ball Tossing Competition. Whether you’re coming to compete or to cheer on your friends and family, it promises to be a day full of excitement and community spirit.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Online Sign-Up Form: https://forms.gle/Z3JhLaV1AKP57pUG6

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Learn how one school district in California is getting students to embrace STEM.

Read here>> https://hmongdailynews.com/getting-students-to-embrace-stem-p764-168.htm

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Read here >>https://hmongdailynews.com/more-ways-to-vote-and-what-you-need-to-know-before-election-day-p769-96.htm

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How do you suggest schools handle bullying? What can schools do to decrease the high rate of bullying that our Hmong students experience? If you’ve ever been a victim of bullying, please share your story below.

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Read here >> https://hmongdailynews.com/murder-charges-filed-against-gang-suspect-for-the-death-of-two-sisters-in-f-p765-118.htm

🎉🎉 Thrilled to have received funding from Press Forward, the nationwide movement strengthening communities through local news! 205 newsrooms across the U.S. are sharing $20m for reporting on communities and regions that have traditionally gone uncovered.

Hmong Daily News is funded by Press Forward, the national movement to strengthen communities by reinvigorating local news. Learn more at pressforward.news/grantees

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is a national day of action. Let’s show our support for survivors and our commitment to ending domestic violence.

Read more about new California laws pertaining to domestic violence here >>>
https://hmongdailynews.com/new-california-laws-offer-more-protection-for-domestic-violence-victims-p755-95.htm

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For locations, visit: https://hmongdailynews.com/hmong-new-year-celebrations-in-california-are-underway-p759-120.htm

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Writer: Emily Tannenbaum
Photographer: Lea Winkler
Stylist: Kat Thomas
Hair: Hiro + Mari
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Manicure: Kaomong Khang
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Read here>> https://hmongdailynews.com/voting-resources-for-the-november-election-are-available-in-multiple-langua-p758-96.htm

Join us for SMUD's Connecting Our Communities Resource Expo on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at SMUD’s Customer Service Center lobby. Explore the benefits of SMUD's programs & services and discover over 30 community resources from other local partner organizations. Plus, enjoy FREE transportation via Sac RT!

Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen our community bonds and get access to valuable resources.

Reserve your spot now at: smud.org/Learn.

Join us for SMUD's Connecting Our Communities Resource Expo on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at SMUD’s Customer Service Center lobby. Explore the benefits of SMUD's programs & services and discover over 30 community resources from other local partner organizations. Plus, enjoy FREE transportation via Sac RT!

Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen our community bonds and get access to valuable resources.

Reserve your spot now at: smud.org/Learn.

Join us for SMUD's Connecting Our Communities Resource Expo on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at SMUD’s Customer Service Center lobby. Explore the benefits of SMUD's programs & services and discover over 30 community resources from other local partner organizations. Plus, enjoy FREE transportation via Sac RT!

Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen our community bonds and get access to valuable resources.

Reserve your spot now at: smud.org/Learn

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Read more>> https://hmongdailynews.com/language-barriers-at-the-polls-p752-96.htm

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Read more>> https://hmongdailynews.com/my-sisters-house-hosts-free-united-we-rise-against-hate-event-p750-188.htm

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