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NEW CENTER TEACHES ART, LANGUAGE, TECHNOLOGY
South Whidbey Records, Sept 29, 2023

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"When the Northwest Language & Cultural Center — or NWLCC, a nonprofit dedicated to teaching and celebrating languages and cultures — closed in 2022 following the sudden death of its leader, a local woman knew it would leave a void in the South Whidbey community.

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Hai Anh Vu, who at the time was volunteering at the nonprofit, wanted to carry on NWLCC’s legacy while also providing more enrichment opportunities for kids. Josette Hendrix, who founded the organization, passed away in April 2022.

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A year later, Vu started the Whidbey Island Language, Art & STEM Center"....

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HAI ANH VU: SPARKING IMAGINATION AND INNOVATION ON WHIDBEY ISLAND

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 Camano Voice Podcast, October 10, 2023

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"In this episode, we sit down with the vibrant Hai Anh Vu, the mastermind behind Little Bean's Toy Chest and the visionary founder and director of Whidbey Island Art & STEM Center. Making the transition from the bustling cityscape of Hong Kong to the serene Whidbey Island, inspired by her husband's roots in the region, Hai Anh's journey is a blend of cultures and passions. We explore the heartwarming narrative behind Little Bean's Toy Chest's inception and delve deep into what ignited her passion to establish a hub for learning and creativity at the Whidbey Island Art & STEM Center. Join us as we uncover the stories of an entrepreneur who's making waves in both the world of play and education."

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Listen to full episode here