Wongmom.com

To celebrate Lunar New Year and the success of Jane Wong’s memoir Meet Me Tonight in Atlantic City, which was recently awarded the 2024 Pacific Northwest Book Award, we hosted an immersive event titled "wongmom.com". This gathering was a heartfelt tribute to Jane's mother, whose influence shines brightly in both Jane's writing and her personal life.

The event featured an innovative website developed by Eric Olson, bringing to life the character "wongmom.com" from Jane's book. This fictional character, inspired by Jane's own mother, exists within a computer in the story, providing humorous and heartfelt advice. In a delightful twist, Jane's real mother joined us in person, dispensing wisdom and sharing her unique charm with the audience, embodying the spirit of "wongmom.com."

The atmosphere was warm and festive, with interactive readings and activities led by guest writers Ari Cofer, Tessa Hulls, and Lisa Chen. Each brought their own creative energy, inviting the audience to engage in participatory projects that added an interactive dimension to the evening. The space was filled with vibrant projections, adding to the ambiance as Jane Wong captivated the audience with her reading, set against a backdrop of soft light and a cozy virtual fireplace, as seen in the photo.

The event truly captured the essence of family, community, and celebration, aligning perfectly with the spirit of the Lunar New Year and honoring the enduring impact of a mother’s love.