TAP members -- come and bring a friend to TAIWAN TEA GALA.

Enjoy fine Taiwan teas with Award-Winning tea artists from Taiwan.
Demonstration of artful tea presentations in several styles.
Creatively designed tea spaces and very inspiring for true tea lovers.

Produced by: Taiwan Tea Culture Center
Presented by: Ambassador of Taiwan Tea (Thomas Shu)
Sponsored by: Taiwan Center, TUF, TAP-LA , TACL-LA, Azusa Tea Club, LA/Orange/San Diego Tea MeetUps & many more!

***Admission is free! Spots are limited so RSVP is required.

If you are interested - please message or email Community Development Director, Julie Chao (julie.chao@tacl.org)

Join Taiwanese American Professionals – Los Angeles at the opening reception of their first official FORMOSArt Exhibition – The People of Today, the Memories of Tomorrow.

Date: Saturday, June 18- Sunday, June 26th, 2011
Time: 4-9:30 pm
Opening Reception: June 18th, 2011 from 6 pm-9 pm
Location: Museum X of Contemporary Art
Address: 1458 W. Holt Ave, Pomona, CA
Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=155552221178535


Admission:
General: $10
Students: $8 (with valid student ID)
[tickets are also available at the door]

There will be light refreshments, music performances, and a live Chinese calligraphy brush painting demonstration by one of their featured artist, Enya Tseng.

What’s in the Exhibition:
Artworks by Taiwanese American artists and creative professionals, each specializing in different genres of art, including photography, oil painting, Chinese brush calligraphy & painting, motion & graphics design.

A portion of the exhibition illustrates the different facets of Taiwan, aka Formosa, and its rich cultural history and the beauty of its land.

If you’ve contributed a photo, then you do not want to miss seeing the Taiwan Collage in person!

The Cause:
A selection of artwork in the exhibition will be made available for a silent auction. The proceeds from the artwork sold will go to The Foundation of Disabled Youth (www.ffdy.org), an organization that helps the need of families with disabled youth in the Asian community.

To RSVP or donate to their cause:
www.formosart.eventbrite.com

For questions or sponsorships opportunities, please contact:
Kalen Sheng at 562.857.0596 or FORMOSArt@tacl.org

Download Sponsorship Packet Here





To see Press Releases click here

Hello baseball fans!
The 2011 Major League Baseball season is on, and what better way to unwind your work stress on a summer evening than kick-back with friends, have a few beers, enjoy some dodger dogs, and cheer on your favorite Dodgers!

So come out with your friends and join your fellow TAP members at Dodger Stadium to watch the boys in blue take on the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday, June 14th. TAP has reserved a section of seats on the Preferred Loge Box section for you to watch the Dodgers up close.

And for you Hong-Chih Kuo fans out there, after an amazing season last year, the 2010 All-star pitcher had also made it into the 2011 Dodgers Bobbleheads line-up! There’ll be an all stadium-wide give away at the game, so be there early to take advantage of this rare giveaway while the supply lasts!


Price:
TAP Members: $30
Non Members: $40

Questions? Contact TAP Social Project Chair Kalen Sheng or 562-857-0596.

The festival will be held on Mary 22nd (10:00am-7:00pm), co-presented by over 20 Taiwanese American community organizations. There will be scores of booths with activities, food, artisans, games, raffles, and exquisite exhibits to present to people of all ages, as well as performances in the amphitheater throughout the day showcasing the Taiwanese American culture. The Taiwanese American community has also planned a series of exhibits, performances, and workshops in the Greater Los Angeles region that are opened to the public throughout the month of May to foster further understanding and awareness of our proud heritage.

This year also marks the 13th year of the Taiwanese American Heritage Week, first declared by the U. S. Congress in 1999 to honor the cultures and contributions of the Taiwanese Americans.

We hope you will join us in celebrating our culture and heritage with us.

PINOY SUNDAY (Taiwan/Philippines/Japan/France, 2010) Dir.: Wi Ding Ho; Scr.: Ajay Balakrishnan, Wi Ding Ho

On their only day off, Filipino migrant workers Manuel and Dado discover a couch left behind on a Taipei sidewalk. In a life where everything is arranged and all possessions belong to the factory, the couch represents a chance to own something of their own. Aware that carrying a heavy piece of furniture across town is both ridiculous and illogical, the journey becomes an important metaphor for their attempt to make an unpleasant factory dorm that much more like a home. The arduous walk across the landscape is also an internal struggle — a journey that challenges notions of manhood, friendships and family (35mm, 85 min., color, narrative, in Tagalog w/E.S.)
http://pinoysunday.com/about/

Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival Website: http://asianfilmfestla.org/2011/

LAAPFF Press Release: Click here.

HOW TO GET YOUR 2011 LAAPFF TICKETS
All tickets are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Because many shows will be sold-out, we encourage you to purchase your tickets immediately. Tickets that are not picked up at Will Call fifteen (15) minutes before the screening begins will be made available to the general public.

Online:
Starting on Friday, April 8, purchase tickets for the reduced Community Co-Presenter price of $10 on our website, please use the code "CPTAPLA" to obtain the reduced ticket price. NOTE: Service fees apply to online orders. Please refer to the Festival Calendar or website for additional information.

Box Office:
During the Festival, you may go to our Box Office at the Directors Guild of America or CGV Cinemas to purchase additional tickets.

To see more event info, please go here.

Come and join TAP-LA in assisting Friends of Los Angeles River (www.FOLAR.org) to help clean up the LA River in one of fourteen locations -- this event is also part of a series of events, celebrating Taiwanese American Heritage.

*We will be helping with clean-up at Lower Compton Creek, a soft bottom area fed by artesian waters. The site is vegetated and features local and migratory waterfowl.

*The Lower Compton Creek CleanUp takes place along the Metro Blue Line Station, located on Del Amo Blvd at Santa Fe Avenue in Rancho Dominguez.

*Signed disclaimer required, please print, sign & bring with you to the event.
Disclaimer form: Click here

*Prizes such as restaurant gift certificates will be raffled off during event

*What to wear or bring:
• Clothes to Get Dirty In & Gloves
• Sturdy Shoes
• Hats & Sunscreen
• Drinking Water Bottle
• Rubber Boots or Waders (optional)
• Hand Tools for Prying Trash from vegetation (optional)
• Extendable Grabber Arm Tools (optional)

DIRECTIONS:
Bike: Take the Lario bikeway (on the LA River and Rio Hondo from El Monte to the Pacific Ocean) and exit at Del Amo Blvd. Go west on Del Amo.
Transit: Take the Metro Blue Line and get off at Del Amo Blvd.
Driving: Take the 710 Freeway, exit at Del Amo Blvd. Go west to the Del Amo Metro Station.
Parking: Park in the south end of the Metro Station parking lot.
This is a FREE event, and we welcome everyone to join us, members and non-members alike.

For any questions or concerns, please contact TAP Community Development Chair, Julie or TAP Officer at Large, Andy

Please click the images below to see an enlarged version.

TAPping into your ultimate potential. 
Learn how to make a great First Impression
 
Taiwanese American Professional's Professional Series continues this month with TAP Resume & Interviewing Workshop
Get noticed by employers. Ace the interview. Get on with your future.
 
This workshop illustrates how to create a dynamic and effective resume as well as strategies and techniques for a successful job interview.  Our panel of experts possess extensive experience in career development and resume/interviewing skills.
Resume & Interview Workshop panelist.   MARK CHIN
Mark is currently a Vice President in Credit Research at Pacific Investment Management Company (PIMCO).  Before joining PIMCO, Mark worked as an investment banker focusing on leveraged finance and mergers & acquisitions.  Mark holds a BA in biology from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from the Johnson School at Cornell University. ANDY CHANG CHIEN

TAP's "Professionals Series" continues this year with our 2011 Tax Seminar presented by Dennis Jao, CPA, MBA.

This seminar is for everyone, whether it's your first time filing, or if you own a business.

This is an excellent opportunity to cover any last minute tax questions before filing for 2011, including rules and laws which you should be aware and take advantage of, to maximize your deductions, minimize your tax burden, and increase your tax refund. He will also highlight new tax law changes, cover tax audits and how to avoid them, and share interesting tax situations.

There will be a Q&A at the end of the seminar. Take advantage of this opportunity, because if you ask these same questions in his office, you would need to pay for his advice!

Dennis Jao is a Certified Public Accountant with a Masters in Business Administration. He has a BS in Accounting from Cal Poly Pomona, and an MBA from UC Irvine. He has an extensive background in corporate finance, consulting, and holds his own solo CPA practice, specializing in financial planning, incorporations/LLC formations, accounting, payroll, and tax preparation. He is also a Realtor for McLeod & Associates.

Light Refreshments will be provided.

Cost: FREE for members.

$5 non-members

Any questions? Contact Professional Programs Chair Kenneth Chiu.

FORMOSArt - Call for Entry

Dear Friends and TAP members,

Taiwanese American Professionals (TAP) will be proudly presenting its first art exhibition event, titled FORMOSArt - The People of Today, the Memories of Tomorrow. The purpose of the exhibition is to highlight artworks from Taiwanese American visual artists and creative professionals that we have in the community. The exhibition is aimed to bring together the Taiwanese American creative community; and a platform where each participant will get to showcase their unique talents, as well as the opportunity to network with other creative professionals in relevant creative industries.

We are now officially extending our invitation to all Taiwanese American artists who are interested in exhibiting to submit your work for entry until March 1st, 2011. We welcome entry submissions of all art genres and media. Once we confirm your acceptance, all artwork must be submitted by 3/07/2011. Exhibition will open in April 2011. For further details, please refer to the Application Form for submission guidelines.

As part of our goal to better the lifes of those in need of assistance around our community, a selection of artwork in the exhibition will be made available for a silent auction at the exhibiting artists' discretion, to help raise funds for The Foundation of Disabled Youth (www.ffdy.org), an organization that helps and serves the need of families with disabled youth in the Asian community.

Please help us spread the word to other potential eligible candidates and artists that you feel may be interested. If you are not a creative professional but would still like to help in organizing the event, we also welcome and encourage volunteers to be a part of our exhibit planning committee. If you simply wish to make a contribution to support our cause, we welcome donations as well as sponsorships of any kind. Please get in contact with us, thank you!

To see/download the application, click here.

Kalen S. Fu
Social Project Chair
(562) 857-0596

2011 Lantern Festival and Night Market
When: February 26th, 2011 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Where: University of California, Irvine - Pacific Ballroom C & D (Student Center)

Ticket Info
While you are free to admire our lanterns, hang out with your friends at the venue, watch the performers, and watch other people eat, you will need tickets if you actually want to eat or participate in the activities we'll be offering.Tickets will be sold on-site!

Highlights:
- Delicious Taiwanese food like Tapioca Milk Tea, Minced Pork Rice, Brick Toast, Green Onion Pancake, and MORE!
- Games and activities like lantern painting, gold fishing, photobooth, etc. 
- Performances: Charlie Chang, Jennifer Chung, Victor Kim, VSA Lion Dance, etc.

Participating Organizations
USC TAO       UCR TASA       UCI VSA       UCI Konnect       JTASA       TAP       TACL
      TaiwaneseAmerican.org       ITASA       UCI Tomo No Kai       UCSD TASA      

Raffle Prizes
-Toshiba 26” LCD HDTV with Built-in DVD Player
-Logitech Speaker System with Subwoofer
-Beats Studio Headphones by Dr. Dre
-George Foreman Electric Nonstick Grill with 5 Removable Plates
-Apple iPod nano with 7 Accessories
-Apple iPod shuffle
-WayBasics Modern Bookcase
-2 Six Taste Food Tour Tickets
-TONS of giftcards
-AND MUCH MORE!!!

It's that time of year again! Dust off your gear, beanies, mittens, and thermals (we know you wear them) and join TAP on the slopes!

We will be back in Big Bear Lake, CA, which features two resorts, so you can carve, ride, jump, and jib to your heart's content!

COST
* Due to the difficult nature of planning a trip like this, ALL PARTICIPANTS will be charged the FULL 3 day stay. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Members: $110
Nonmembers: $125

A $50 nonrefundable deposit (both members and nonmembers) is due on FEBRUARY 1, 2010. Pay here

Balance is due by FEBRUARY 18, 2011 (pay at the cabin is fine).

You can also purchase lift tickets with TAP at the rate of $50 per day.

This year, we'll be housed in a 2900sq ft cabin/home, fully equipped with darts, pool table, ping pong/table fire places, wi fi, and dvd players. So get excited! There will be plenty to do, both off and on the slopes!
http://images.vrbo.com/vrbo/images/1f269c

Carpools can be arranged & preferred! Please note in the comments section whether you are willing to drive/take gear up/or will need a ride. Please also note your location (e.g. Downtown LA).

Link your friends to this Evite! http://www.evite.com/app/publicUrl/TMBRZCXKPOAQMADLWLML/2011tapsnow
Space is limited, so RSVP early!

Not a member but interested? visit: http://tacl.org/classic/tap/get_involved.htm

Questions? Contact Connie Hwang at Connie.Hwang@tacl.org

DISCLAIMER:
TAP, and its officers, agents, owners, and other contracted assigns, will not be responsible for any damages or loss of any kind, including monetary, property, bodily injury, and/or death while participating (supervised or unsupervised) during the 2010 Ski/Snowboard trip. The participant understands and acknowledges that skiing, snowboarding, and/or snowsports are inherently dangerous activities that may cause monetary loss, property loss, bodily injury, and/or death. The participant understands that he/she holds TAP, and its officers, agents, owners, and other contracted assigns, harmless for any monetary loss, property loss, bodily injury, and/or death.

If you do not agree to this disclaimer, please refrain from participating.

Please join Taiwanese American Professionals, DC (TAP-DC) and the 20s & 30s Asian Going Out Group...

Lunar New Year Party @ Ultrabar

The 20s & 30s Asian Going Out Group will be celebrating the Lunar New Year on Saturday, February 5th. The group has rented out the entire VIP level (top 3rd floor called "Chroma") ALL NIGHT and the entire 2nd level (called "Bedroom") from 9 - 11pm at Ultrabar! Cover is normally $20, but that is INCLUDED in our ticket price (until 11:30pm)! Not only that:

• We get OPEN BAR from 9 - 10pm ("Chroma" VIP level and "Bedroom" 2nd level)
• We also get our own drink specials after open bar on our own floor ("Chroma" VIP level)
• We get our OWN line (ask for the Meetup line)
• xWe get our own meetup wristbands and red glow bracelets, so we can easily identify other TAP-DC members. At the event, find TAP-DC officers with red glow bracelets to get yours.

Please join Taiwanese American Professionals, DC (TAP-DC)...

Lunar New Year Dinner @ China Garden
Come celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with fellow TAP-DC members and friends from 7 - 9 pm on Friday, February 4th at China Garden of Arlington, VA.

The carefully selected menu for each table includes:
Cold appetizer plate
Chicken and sweet corn soup
Sauteed snow peas sprouts
Chicken lettuce wraps
Sauteed beef with oyster sauce
Shrimp with cashews
Spareribs
*Drinks are not included*

Cost: $20
We've only reserved 20 seats so reserve your spot now! Payments due before Feb 3rd. You are not guaranteed a spot until you've paid by PayPal. A RSVP on our Facebook event does not count as a confirmation.

Friday, February 4th 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

China Garden
1100 Wilson Blvd
Arlington, VA 22209

Metro: Orange Line to Rosslyn, walk southeast to the Twin Towers building
Parking: Garage below building; free parking after 5 pm and weekends (make sure to validate ticket at restaurant)

Questions?
Email Jenny Lin

Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with our Cabinet, members and friends in the community! We will be enjoying a traditional 10 course Chinese banquet menu at Duck House!

Menu:

1. Appetizer Combo
2. Peking Duck
3. Shredded Duck w/ Bean Sprouts
4. King Crab Soup
5. French Style Steak w/ Black Pepper Sauce
6. Konnyaku Scallop w/ Shrimp
7. Fish
8. Eel Rice Cakes
9. Mushroom & Vegetable Hearts
10. Dessert: Brandied Glutinous Rice Ball Soup

PRICE

*3 Day Special* (By 1/20)
Members & Non-Members: $30
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Early Registration (By 1/30):
Members: $35
Non-Members: $40
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Regular Registration (After 1/30):
Members: $40
Non-Members: $45

Please RSVP and buy tickets here: http://2011taplny.eventbrite.com/

***Please arrive by 7:45 PM for check-in and to be seated as dinner will be served promptly at 8 PM!***

Questions? Please contact our Social Programs & Projects Chairs: Jessica or Kalen.

We hope to see you there! Happy New Year!!

Please join Taiwanese American Professionals, DC (TAP-DC)...

TAPpy Hour @ Union Jack's

Our last social was so successful, we're having another! It's been a while since we had an event in Maryland, so we're going to Union Jack's in Bethesda next Thursday, Jan 27th for their $1 Miller Lite night. For those who haven't been able to come out to the past TAPpy hours, this will be a great opportunity to catch-up. And everyone who went at Carpool should also stop by to learn more about the upcoming events we have planned for February.

Questions?
Email Jenny Lin and Steve Hsu

Come network with TAP as we return to the West side with our first TAPpy Hour of the year! This event will be FREE for everyone as a kick-off to 2011, so please invite your friends & don't forget to bring your business cards!

We encourage you to sign up for a TAP membership to take advantage of our special discount rates at our events! http://tacl.org/classic/tap/get_involved.htm

.::HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS::.

~ h a l f o f f s a k a n a ~
and
~ t w o f o r o n e ~
sapporo or kirin draft beer
house hot or cold sake
house red or white wine
well cocktails sakegria

*You are responsible for purchasing your own food and drink. Please drink and behave responsibly!*

About Gonpachi:

Gonpachi serves hand-pounded buckwheat soba noodles, fine sushi, and Japanese grilled delicacies. In addition to these favorites which express Japan's traditional flavors and styles, we have also created a variety of original dishes which incorporate assorted ingredients and cooking styles drawn from the flexible creativity and thinking of our chefs.

We prepare fresh soba noodles from buckwheat flour threshed and milled right on the premises. We insist on using the finest Japanese ingredients brought in locally and from Tokyo?s Tsukiji Market. We also have assembled a wide array of rare Japanese sake and shochu that provide a perfect, balanced complement to the cuisine.

Taiwanese American Professionals, DC (TAP-DC) present...

TAPpy Hour @ Carpool

Come and socialize at our first social of 2011! We'll be taking things easy by meeting at a fun game and sports bar. If you're new to the area, this is a great place to watch sports events or chill out and play some pool, shuffleboard, or dart games with the gang.

Wednesday, January 12, 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM

Carpool
4000 Fairfax Dr., Arlington, VA
(202) 775-0747
Metro: Equal distance between Virginia Square-GMU (Orange Line) and Ballston (Orange Line)
Parking: Carpool has a small parking lot, but street parking is also available.

Questions?
Email Jenny Lin or call her at (202) 709-5487

TAP is very excited to announce that we are supporting the Heartfelt Foundation's Annual Christmas Service Project.

THE HEARTFELT FOUNDATION is sponsoring a Christmas/Holiday party for hundreds of children in-need from ages 1-15 living throughout the greater Los Angeles community.

Last year, more than 1,500 impoverished children and their families attended the event. The event included ponies and a petting zoo, music, entertainment, hot food, cookies and candy, refreshments and ice cream, clowns, music, games and activities, a beautiful Santa's Village, and of course, Santa and toys for every child. 200 volunteers lent their hearts, hands and energy to providing a loving and transformational experience for children in the most desperate of circumstances.

We invite you to volunteer to help us (and Santa) distribute gifts, toys, lead fun activities and bring special cheer to these underprivileged children and their families.

The volunteer shift will be on Saturday, December 18 from 10am - 3pm. Volunteer responsibilities may vary. Only 10 volunteer spots available! First come, first serve basis till spots fill.

TAP will be accepting toy donations at our Christmas dinner and various locations TBD. Toys collected will be distributed by volunteers at Heartfelt's Christmas party!

Questions? Please email Community Projects Chair, Michelle Ng with your availability.

Dear TAP Members, Friends, and Community

Please join us for our 2010 Christmas dinner on December 16th at Café Bizou in Pasadena:

http://www.yelp.com/biz/cafe-bizou-pasadena

...As part of our annual effort to support the Heartfelt Foundation and help the children in need, we'll also be accepting toy donations. Be a gift-bearing Santa and bring a toy for donation as you join us for a heartfelt French home-style 3-course dinner.

All toys for donations should be wrapped and labeled with appropriate age range and gender. If you are unable to attend, but still wish to donate a toy, contact our Community Projects Chair Kalen or Jessica for other drop-off locations prior to the 18th. On behalf of the children who'll be benefiting from your donations, we thank you in advance for your generosity.

Selection of Entrees include:

- Spicy Chicken Fettuccini with mushrooms, roasted bell peppers, in cajun wine sauce.
- Crispy Scaled Potato Salmon with spinach, mushrooms & tomatoes in a port and white wine sauce.
- Sauteed Whitefish with homemade pasta with tomatoes, mushrooms and basil in lobster sauce.
- Beef Short ribs with steamed vegetables and mashed potatoes in burgundy wine sauce.
- Steamed Vegetable Plate with orange couscous, vegetable studel and Shitake Ravioli.

Cost:

With donation:
Members: $35
Non-members: $40

Without donation:
Members: $40
Non-members: $45

Purchase tickets at: http://2010tapchristmasdinner.eventbrite.com/

***Please RSVP by Wednesday 12/15 @ 5 PM to reserve your spot!***

White Elephant Gift Exchange

For those who would like to join participate, please bring a $10-$15 wrapped gift. Be fun and creative! Only those who bring a gift may participate in the gift exchange.

Questions? E-mail Social Projects Chair Kalen or Social Programs Chair Jessica.

For more information, see the event page here.

TAP is excited to announce that we will be supporting Cool Water Ministries to provide food via Second Harvest OC Food Bank mobile pantry.

Cool Water Ministries has been associated with Second Harvest OC Food Bank (feedoc.org) for almost 10 years. They provide food to families once a month at various locations.

*3 Hours assisting with unloading, packaging & distributing food from a truck to up to 200 families in need.

*The pantry truck is loaded with produce and other goods in the minimum amount of 5,000 lbs., sometimes as much as 15,000 lbs.

*We set up an assembly line to sort and bag the food, the clients are released to pick up the bags and directed out of the parking lot.

*Last month they had 145 families come and pickup food; the family pickup has been as high as 225.

*Volunteer credit provided, if necessary (request with RSVP)

*Free neighborhood parking available around distribution location

This is a FREE event, and we welcome everyone to join us, members and non-members alike.

For more information on the 2nd Harvest Food Pantry , please see:

http://feedoc.org/

For any questions or concerns, please contact TAP Community Development Chair, Julie

You asked, and we listened! Come join us at our first TAPpy Hour in Orange County hosted at the Balcony at the Diamond Jamboree Plaza in Irvine!

The Balcony serves authentic Taiwanese food with a luxurious lounge, full bar and HDTVs. Happy Hour specials will be available! For more info, please visit http://www.thebalconygrill.com/.

This event is FREE as it is our first TAP event in Orange County!

You pay for what you eat/drink. Please drink and behave responsibly!

Questions? Contact TAP Social Programs Chair, Jessica.

Dear TAP Family, hikers, & fellow photo enthusiasts~

We're bringing back the long anticipated hiking event! Once again, TAP is delighted to present to you the San Gabriel Valley Urban Legend - The Haunted Forest in Pasadena/Altadena (however, where there isn't anything spooky or haunted.) Please come and join us to enjoy the great outdoors and hike up to a San Gabriel Valley historic landmark as you take in the breathtaking scenery.

For those of you that love photography, we strongly encourage you to bring your cameras and take advantage of the amazing scenery along the trail. Not only will this be a fun hike, but it's also the perfect opportunity to capture some amazing images to go on your blogs and/or Facebook, as well as sharing photography tips with other fellow photo enthusiasts!

The Cobb Estate is situated on the top of Lake Avenue. Please park along Lake Avenue or Loma Alta Dr., also known as Gravity Hill. We will meet at the Iron Gates to the Haunted Forest. From the Cobb Estate botanical garden to Echo Mountain is 5 miles round trip with 1,400-foot elevation gain.

Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear, as well as prepare enough drinking water (or any sports beverage) to keep yourself hydrated during the course of the hike. Since it's been getting chilly as of late, we are meeting early to maximize our daytime and the warm sun.

For more detailed information on the trail, please visit: http://www.thetrailmaster.com/category/keywords/cobb-estate.

This is a FREE event, and we welcome everyone to join us, members and non-members alike.

For any questions or concerns, please contact TAP Social Project Chair, Kalen / 562.857.0596

TAP returns with our first dinner group of the year! Get your grub on as we eat, mix and mingle for a good cause!

Charity: Operation Warmth

In the winter months, due to ocean breezes and desert terrain, southern California can become extraordinarily cold at night despite being warm during the day. Seeing as the economy has seen a significant downturn in the past year, thousands of people have become or are homeless in the Los Angeles & Orange County metropolitan areas. Operation Warmth hopes to provide a renewed sense of hope and vitality in the spirits of all Californians.

Beginning in 2008, Operation Warmth is a special project that aims to provide the homeless population of Los Angeles and Orange County with a warmer winter. During the fall, volunteers for Operation Warmth collect new & gently used blankets and coats for those in need. Items such as toiletries, backpacks, and first aid kits are also collected for distribution. Once items are collected, they are sorted by volunteers and distributed to various shelters in southern California. Over 450 new & lightly used blankets and coats were collected and distributed in the project?s inaugural year. For the 2009-2010 winter, over 7,000 items were collected and distributed.

For more info, please visit http://www.operationwarmth.com.

We encourage you to bring an item to donate. Possible items to donate include blankets, coast, toiletries, backpackes and first aid kits!

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We will be eating to our heart's content at Starry Kitchen in downtown LA! If you haven't already heard the buzz on this eatery, it all began by serving food out of one couple's apartment in North Hollywood. When the authorities were alerted and closed down their operation, a struggling downtown restaurant offered up their space without having to front the capital. Starry Kitchen is now a fully staffed downtown restaurant with plenty of yummy bites for you foodies out there!

To learn more about Starry Kitchen, check out their website at: http://www.starrykitchen.com!

MENU
Soft Drinks & BYOB
Buffet Style
Dessert
*Please let us know if you are a vegetarian!*

COST
Members: $20 w/ donation
Non-Members: $25 w/ donation
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Members: $25 w/o donation
Non-Members: $30 w/o donation

*NOTE* You must RSVP & pay online in order for your spot to be reserved! We only have a limited number of spots available, so reserve your spot ASAP!

Questions? Please contact TAP Social Programs Chair, Jessica.

Hey car junkies!

Come hang out with TAP and watch the hottest vehicles this side of the pacific slide sideways at 80+mph. Join us for the final race of the 2010 Formula Drift Series!

Tickets normally $30.50 at the gate, but available for TAP attendees at a special discounted rate of $25.50!

Enter Discount code "TAP." More info click HERE.

Please come and support this event, Formula Drift was co-created by Taiwanese American, Jim Liaw!

Questions? E-mail Connie Hwang

TAP-SD has been asked to help sponsor this speaking engagement. We hope this will be the first of many other talks from distinguished professionals.

Ming T. Tsuang, MD, PhD, D.Sc.

Distinguished University Professor, University of California
Behavioral Genomics Chair and Director,
Center for Behavioral Genomics,
Department of Psychiatry,
University of California , San Diego and
Director, Harvard Institute of Psychiatric Epidemiology and Genetics, Harvard Medical School and Harvard School of Public Health.

William Wang, the CEO/Founder of Vizio

Location: Taiwan Center
Registration: Seats are limited, so please reserve your seat

Taiwanese American Professionals, DC (TAP-DC) present...

TAPpy Hour @ Cafe Asia (Farragut West/North, DC) With an infusion of new leadership in a growing chapter, we invite you to come join us at our first event of the fall. Come out, network, grab a drink. We'll even have name tags, so don't hesitate to introduce yourself. We urge you to come out to make your voice heard about future events and locations. We're trying to build up TAP-DC, and we can't do it without your help!

Wednesday, September 22nd, 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Cafe Asia
1720 I St., NW
Washington, DC 20050
Metro: Right next to Farragut West (Orange Line) and a block from Farragut North (Red Line)
Parking: Parking and garage parking are in the vicinity

Special deals (until 7:30 PM) include:

$2.50 on Miller Lite, Stella, Kirin
$2 for Small Sake
$4 for Large Sake
$6 for Special Martini
$3 for House red/white wine
$1.25 on Nigiri sushi

Questions?
Email Jeff Lei and Eric Lin

APABA, JABA, KABA, PABA, SABA & SCCLA invite you to join the

"STICK" Up for Goodwin!

Movement

Join us on Tuesday, September 21, 2010, at noon, for a statewide coordinated event at Jenner & Block LLP, 633 W. 5th St., Suite 3500, Los Angeles, CA 90071, to support the confirmation of Professor Goodwin Liu to the 9th Circuit Federal Court of Appeals. Lunch and refreshments provided. Please RSVP to Contact APABA

In an effort to engage the grassroots, educate the mainstream about diversity on the bench, and change the media frame on Goodwin Liu’s nomination to the 9th Circuit, the Asian American Justice Center, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association and local Asian Pacific American (APA) bar organizations have launched a “Stick” Up for Goodwin! initiative and companion website (www.confirmnow.org).

The website provides the story behind the initiative, the lack of APAs in the federal judiciary, why Prof. Liu is important to the APA community, and other action items such as the nomination of Magistrate Judge Edward Chen for the District Court in the Northern District of California. The website also offers social media tools and traditional action alerts to help engage community members, such as uploading photos on how the stickers are used to increase visibility for the “Stick” Up for Goodwin! initiative and to build momentum towards confirming Goodwin Liu, as well as Ed Chen.

Be a part of history by joining us for the sticker distribution launch on September 21! News media are expected to cover the launch of the initiative. If you are interested in helping distribute stickers after the launch, please email Karin Wang or Bryan Yang.

LA18's Harvest Moon Festival is one of the biggest festivals celebrating Asian Pacific American heritages and cultures in Southern California.  Over 100 booths and top-notch performances will be there.

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TAP is again helping out this year as an organizational volunteer and needs its members to help facilitate with various festival duties. So come show your support and sign up for a 4 hour shift. Enjoy your Sunday at a cool festival, meet new people, and give back to your community all at once! Come with your friends to help out and to see all sorts of entertainment, performances, and food!

Also stop by the TAP/TACL booth to say Hello!!!

Volunteer Shifts (Booth Attendant or Miscellaneous):
(1) 9am to 2pm -- start as Parking Enforcement (only 5 needed)
(2) 10am to 2pm
(3) 1pm to 5pm
(4) All day
NOTE: all volunteers must arrive 30min before shift starts

Volunteer Benefits: (1) One free LA18 T-shirt (2) A lunch coupon (for volunteers (3) Proof of Community Service Hours for school purposes

Tasks of volunteers include: Hosting TAP booth, game booths, video kiosks, stage productions, information booth, etc.

To sign up, simply RSVP and BE SURE TO INDICATE YOUR SHIFT PREFERENCE!

Please RSVP by Sept 5th! You will receive event details by email. To learn more about the event, check out LA18 Website HERE under the Community Events section.

Questions? Contact TAP Community Service Chair Michelle Ng or TAP Community Development Chair Julie Chao

Come mix and mingle with our new TAP Cabinet members as we celebrate the beginning of the end of summer!

You can learn more about the venue at http://farbarla.com/ and http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-far-bar-los-angeles-2.

This event will be FREE for everyone as a kick-off to the new year with a brand new cabinet! Many of our new cabinet members will be present, so we encourage everyone to come out and have a great time!

Have a great week and we hope to see you Thursday!

You pay for what you eat/drink (Please drink and behave responsibly)

Questions? Contact TAP Social Programs Chair, Jessica Yang.

Back by popular demand! This is the second TAP outing at Dodgers Stadium this season. 30 of you came out when Dodgers last played the Giants. This time, it's Taiwanese American Heritage Night at Dodger Stadium! the Dodgers know that Taiwanese Americans are avid fans so this is the second Dodgertown, Taiwan event hosted by the Dodgers in 2010 (TAIWAN is the only MyTown Theme to be repeated twice!) So c'mon out! It's time to ...represent!

Please join your fellow TAP members on this beautiful Southern California summer evening to watch the boys in blue take on the San Francisco Giants. Enjoy ALL YOU CAN EAT Dodger Dogs, Nachos, Peanuts, Popcorn, Coca-Cola products, Water; as well as Shacha sauce spiced pork, Jasmine steamed rice, Lychee. TAP has reserved a section of seats together.

You will also receive a limited edition of an official "Dodgertown, Taiwan" Tshirt, pictured in this invite, courtesy of Dodger Stadium!

PAY NOW: http://tapdodgersmytown201 0.eventbrite.com/

Price:
TAP Members (Early Bird): $40
After Aug 25, Members: $45
Non Members: $50

Questions? Contact TAP Immediate Past President Ed Chen at ed.chen@tacl.org or 626-233-5524 OR TAP President Connie Hwang connie.hwang@tacl.org

RSVP: http://www.evite.com/app/publicUrl/FGNNQUDENKFJAJIXCVRU/galabanquet
BUY TICKETS:   http://tapcasinonight2010.eventbrite.com

Please join TAP for its biggest event of the year, the 6th Annual Casino Night Extravaganza!  This year will be combined with our parent organization, as we celebrate TACL's 25th Anniversary!

This year is at the beautiful Maguire Gardens of Cafe Pinot!

Event features Live performances, 15 casino tables, DJ, Dancing, silent auction, and more!  Join hundreds of other young professionals and community members, for a night of celebration and fun with new and old friends.  TACL is celebrating its 25 years, and welcomes our 1st generation former leaders and members, alumni of our camps, internships, and scholarship recipients.

This event brings the community out to network, to celebrate the past 25 years of TACL's programs, honor people who have made a difference, highlight upcoming talent, and have fun!

Come to play Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Poker, Pai Gow, and more!
Win prizes such as hotel packages, certificates to top L.A. restaurants, Disneyland/Universal tickets, massage packages, home packages, and MUCH more!!

Attire: Semi-Formal

Live Performances:
Exit Clov (http://www.exitclov.com/)
Dawen (http://www.dawen.us/):

Featured TA Honorees:
Pioneers in Public, Community Service, and Cultural Arts TBA

Tickets (includes sit-down banquet dinner, casino night, & live entertainment inclusive):
PRE-SALE PRICE (before July 15th):
Members: $55
Non-members: $65
REGULAR PRICE
Members: $65
Non-members: $75
CASINO NIGHT ONLY (only casino gaming, DJ, dancing): $30

For prize donation and sponsorships see our sponsorship package here: http://www.tacl.org/pdf/TACL_and_TAP_Sponsorship_Packet.pdf

6:30pm: Reception
7:00pm: Sit Down Dinner, Program, Award Ceremony, and Live Entertainment
8:30pm: Casino Night, DJ, Dancing, Raffle Prizes, Silent Auction

More Info TBA!

Questions?  E-mail TACL National President Ben.Ling@tacl.org or TAP President Ed.Chen@tacl.org

2007 Pictures
2008 Pictures

Join us for a fun afternoon of learning and networking. Mr. Thomas Shu of ABC Tea, "Ambassador of Taiwan Tea" will give an in depth lecture on the various different types of teas, health benefits, process, and also conduct a brief demonstration and FREE sampling. 
-Hands-on learning for making different kinds of tea the proper way
-Showcase of the various different teas
-Comparison between Eastern and Western types.

Join us for an afternoon to network, learn, and enjoy tea!

Event is FREE with RSVP

It's summertime and what better way to celebrate than kick-back, have a few beers, enjoy dodger dogs, watch your favorite Dodgers hit homeruns, and root for Taiwanese pitcher Hong Chih Kuo!  TAP has reserved a section of seats on the Lower Reserve level for you and your favorite friends to watch the Dodgers up close.  Join us on July 21st as the boys in blue face the evil Giants. 

Tickets are only $20
Non-Members Game Day Price: $25

Prepay here: http://tapdodgersgiants2010.eventbrite.com

Since the intrigue and interest in the occult is built in to the Taiwanese DNA, TAP is delighted to present to you the San Gabriel Valley Urban Legend - The Haunted Forest in Pasadena/Altadena.  We will be going during the day time, however, where there isn't anything spooky or haunted.  

Enjoy the great outdoors and hike up to a San Gabriel Valley historic landmark as you take in the breathtaking scenery.  We will meet at the Iron Gates to the Haunted Forest.  Please park along Lake Avenue or Alta Loma, also known as Gravity Hill.  (If you went to high school in the San Gabriel Valley, you probably spent some time there with friends; if you've never heard of it, Google it).

We are meeting early so it doesn't get too hot.  From the Cobb Estate botanical garden to Echo Mountain is 5 miles round trip with 1,400-foot elevation gain.  Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear.  This event is FREE for members.  If you're not a member yet, why don't you join already?!

The hike: From the great iron gate of the old Cobb Estate, follow the trail along the chain-link fence.  The path dips into Las Flores Canyon, crosses a seasonal creek in the canyon bottom, then begins to climb. As you begin your earnest, but well-graded ascent, enjoy good, over-the-shoulder views of the San Gabriel Valley and downtown Los Angeles. Two long, steep and mostly shadeless miles of travel brings you to a signed junction. Bear right and walk 100 yards along the bed of the old Mount Lowe Railway to the Echo Mountain ruins. Just before the ruins is a drinking fountain, very welcome if it's a hot day.

Up top, you'll spot the railway's huge bull wheel, now embedded in cement, and just below is a pile of concrete rubble, all that remains of the railway depot. The steps and foundation of the Echo Mountain House are great places to take a break and enjoy the view straight down precipitous Rubio Canyon, the route of Lowe's railway. . . Echo Mountain takes its name from the echo that bounces around the semicircle of mountain walls.  www.trailmaster.com

Questions or concerns, please contact TAP President Ed Chen or call him at 626.233.5524.

TAP is excited to announce that we will be supporting the Alamitos Beach Clean Up.

*Saturday, July 10
Alamitos Beach / Shoreline Drive Parking lot

*1/2 Hour Clean Up starting at 10AM

*Clean Up  Area: Marina Green to West of Cherry Avenue

*Meet where beach starts and marina ends

*Volunteer credit provided

*Bags and Gloves provided

*Free Event Parking provided by City of Long Beach, located behind the Villa Rivera Building off Shoreline Drive

Join us for the first TAPpy Hour of this summer in Old Town Pasadena.  All drinks are 1/2 off.  The event is FREE for members & $5 for non members with an RSVP.  Door price is $5 Member, $10 for non-members.

About Vive. Located in Old Town Pasadena, Vive offers an exotic fusion of flavors from Latin America & Asian Cuisines. Vive was created to implement the sophisticated layering of flavors and distinctive ingredients that bring subtle magic to this innovative mix of cuisines. For more information on the venue, visit www.vivelounge.com

Note: You pay for what you drink.

This is an open invite - Please feel free to invite your friends with this link, etc!  RSVP Today!

If there's any question, please contact: TAP Social Director Eddy Chen eddy.chen@tacl.org 626.374.2223 or TAP President Ed Chen ed.chen@tacl.org 626.233.5524

TAP Professional Series continues this month with an event to help improve one's public speaking ability by Kenneth Chiu.

Join for a fun event to learn and develop! Do you get nervous before speaking in front of an audience? Wish you could feel more confident before giving presentations at work?

Kenneth will cover the basic techniques and strategies used by professional speakers to prepare presentations, understanding and overcoming common anxieties that block peoples ability from reaching their full public speaking potential.

This workshop will cover:
-Basic presentation techniques and strategies
-Overcoming anxieties of public speaking
-Create a performance persona
-How to speak live and in the moment
-Proper use of humor and improv when speaking

Come to learn from and also network with other professionals.

Kenneth Chiu is currently a criminal prosecutor with the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office assigned to the Central Trials Unit where he prosecutes serious violent felonies. Mr. Chiu serves as an instructor to the Southern California Chinese Lawyer's Association "Virtual Reality" Trials skills workshop. As an instructor, he has tutored numerous attorneys and law students in crafting opening and closing arguments, developing jury selection techniques and improving general courtroom presentation.

Kenneth is a graduate of the University of California in Los Angeles, and Loyola Law School.

Cost
Members: FREE
Non-Members $5 (Not a member? sign up for a years membership and get into the event FREE)

TAP Summer Kickoff | Dinner @ Formosa Cafe, and Cohost with House of Glam @ MyHouse

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We apologize for the hiatus in events, but TAP social shindigs are returning this month!

Come kick off the summer with TAP as we Dine and Dance the night away on Saturday, June 26th, 2010. We will begin the evening with dinner at Formosa Cafe in West Hollywood. Afterwards, join TAP as we cohost with The House of Glam at MyHouse, conveniently located near the restaurant at 7080 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028.

Please join us for an evening/night out to eat, drink, network, dance, mingle, and meet new friends!

COST (please note that we do check membership)

Members: $30*
Non-Members: $35

Includes:
- Fountain Beverage (alcohol not included)
- House Salad
- Entree: Choice of
a. Main Course - Lobster Mac 'n Cheese and Fried Chicken Wing
b. Main Course - Chicken Skewers, Ribs, and Spring Rolls
c. Main Course - Flat Iron Steak with Sauteed Vegetables and white rice.
-Dessert Choices:
Mochi Ice Cream OR Vanilla Ice Cream

***You pay for any additional items or beverages that you order. If you plan to drink, please do so responsibly.

Space is limited, so please RSVP with your choice as soon as possible! Please prepay with your choice of menu selection for this event. Also, please RSVP with us for entry at MyHouse too! : http://tapsummerkickoff.eventbrite.com/

OR

RSVP first and last names for TAP Guestlist for MyHouse. Names can also be emailed to bling@tacl.org.

Pass on invitation link to friends:
http://www.evite.com/app/publicUrl/CEGYJOZWWKXZPVQIQXAO/tapsummernights

Questions? E-mail Social Projects Chair, Eddy Chen or Secretary, Connie Hwang, connie.hwang@tacl.org. See you all soon!

*SAVE THE DATE!! AUGUST 7th, for TAP's 6th Annual Casino Night joined with TACL's 25th Anniversary Banquet!

See you all soon!

Join TAP for a day on the River. We will do a half-day trip where we will go through some class III and class IV runs. Novice & beginners are welcome. This trip is very fun and accessible to all. Just ask any of the officers from last year, it was a ton of fun. Your cost includes the rafting trip and lunch.

COST
[Early bird = before June 9th]
Early-bird Member: $130
Early-bird Non-Member: $145
Member: $140
Non-Member: $160

Secure your spot. Prepay Today! [http://taprafting.eventbrite.com/]

ABOUT KERN RIVER OUTFITTERS
Kern River Outfitters is widely recognized as the premier rafting outfitter on the Kern River. We enjoy a reputation for superior service, having the best guides on the river and for consistently running top quality river trips. Our trips have been featured in numerous national publications as well as the Los Angeles Times, San Diego Tribune, San Francisco Chronicle, and other newspapers.

* Our Kern operations have been evaluated as Outstanding by the U.S. Forest Service.
* We have best and most comfortable camp on the river. A spacious campsite with private sleeping platforms and extra-thick sleeping pads.
* Delicious camp meals prepared with fresh ingredients. Famous dutch-oven desserts.
* Best guides in the business. Carefully trained guides who take a great deal of pride in their job, and always put safety first.
* A full-time, year round, local office staff. And since the Kern is the only river we run, 100% of our efforts go towards running great Kern River trips.

Questions? Email Ed Chen at Ed.Chen@tacl.org

TAP Supports the APAHM Concert Tour!

For the past two years, the APAHM Tour has strived to become the platform that showcases Asian American culture and talent nationwide.  The APAHM Tour is a concert series that tours the top cities most populated by Asian Americans in the U.S.

Get your autographs from Taiwanese American artist Evonne Hsu and Singaporean artist JJ Lin from the APAHM Concert Tour!

For more information about the autograph session, call:

English: (626) 839-5155

Chinese: (800) 811-8893

The APAHM Tour is more than a concert as it serves to acknowledge, showcase and promote Asian American culture through entertainment across the U.S.  This has been the purpose of CGN Live since its birth and they strive to uphold this standard still.

For more information about the tour, see the other event postings below or visit:

Link to Promotional Video: http://www.cgnlive.com

Link to Purchase Tickets: http://www.cgnlive.com/tickets *

Link for more info: http://www.verizoninsider.com/apahm/

*Tickets will be released May 8th, 10AM on ticketmaster.

TAP LA Supports the APAHM Concert Tour!

For the past two years, the APAHM Tour has strived to become the platform that showcases Asian American culture and talent nationwide.  The APAHM Tour is a concert series that tours the top cities most populated by Asian Americans in the U.S.

This year marks the first year CGN Live will be collaborating with a more international clientele of entertainers.  Our special guest, Taiwanese American artist and actor Van Ness Wu, along with artist Evonne Hsu and Singaporean artist JJ Lin will be touring with us throughout five major Asian American cities (Seattle, New York, Washington DC, San Francisco and Los Angeles).

The APAHM Tour is more than a concert as it serves to acknowledge, showcase and promote Asian American culture through entertainment across the U.S.  This has been the purpose of CGN Live since its birth and they strive to uphold this standard still.

Link to Promotional Video: http://www.cgnlive.com

Link to Purchase Tickets: http://www.cgnlive.com/tickets *

Link for more info: http://www.verizoninsider.com/apahm/

*Tickets will be released May 8th, 10AM on ticketmaster.

TAP SF Supports the APAHM Concert Tour!

For the past two years, the APAHM Tour has strived to become the platform that showcases Asian American culture and talent nationwide.  The APAHM Tour is a concert series that tours the top cities most populated by Asian Americans in the U.S.

This year marks the first year CGN Live will be collaborating with a more international clientele of entertainers.  Our special guest, Taiwanese American artist and actor Van Ness Wu, along with artist Evonne Hsu and Singaporean artist JJ Lin will be touring with us throughout five major Asian American cities (Seattle, New York, Washington DC, San Francisco and Los Angeles).

The APAHM Tour is more than a concert as it serves to acknowledge, showcase and promote Asian American culture through entertainment across the U.S.  This has been the purpose of CGN Live since its birth and they strive to uphold this standard still.

Link to Promotional Video: http://www.cgnlive.com

Link to Purchase Tickets: http://www.cgnlive.com/tickets *

Link for more info: http://www.verizoninsider.com/apahm/

*Tickets will be released May 8th, 10AM on ticketmaster.

TAP DC Supports the APAHM Concert Tour!

For the past two years, the APAHM Tour has strived to become the platform that showcases Asian American culture and talent nationwide.  The APAHM Tour is a concert series that tours the top cities most populated by Asian Americans in the U.S.

This year marks the first year CGN Live will be collaborating with a more international clientele of entertainers.  Our special guest, Taiwanese American artist and actor Van Ness Wu, along with artist Evonne Hsu and Singaporean artist JJ Lin will be touring with us throughout five major Asian American cities (Seattle, New York, Washington DC, San Francisco and Los Angeles).

The APAHM Tour is more than a concert as it serves to acknowledge, showcase and promote Asian American culture through entertainment across the U.S.  This has been the purpose of CGN Live since its birth and they strive to uphold this standard still.

Link to Promotional Video: http://www.cgnlive.com

Link to Purchase Tickets: http://www.cgnlive.com/tickets *

Link for more info: http://www.verizoninsider.com/apahm/

*Tickets will be released May 8th, 10AM on ticketmaster.

TAP NY Supports the APAHM Concert Tour!

For the past two years, the APAHM Tour has strived to become the platform that showcases Asian American culture and talent nationwide.  The APAHM Tour is a concert series that tours the top cities most populated by Asian Americans in the U.S.

This year marks the first year CGN Live will be collaborating with a more international clientele of entertainers.  Our special guest, Taiwanese American artist and actor Van Ness Wu, along with artist Evonne Hsu and Singaporean artist JJ Lin will be touring with us throughout five major Asian American cities (Seattle, New York, Washington DC, San Francisco and Los Angeles).

The APAHM Tour is more than a concert as it serves to acknowledge, showcase and promote Asian American culture through entertainment across the U.S.  This has been the purpose of CGN Live since its birth and they strive to uphold this standard still.

Link to Promotional Video: http://www.cgnlive.com

Link to Purchase Tickets: http://www.cgnlive.com/tickets *

Link for more info: http://www.verizoninsider.com/apahm/

*Tickets will be released May 8th, 10AM on ticketmaster.

Hello TAP people! The annual Taiwanese Heritage Week Festival is just around the corner in May. Support the event and show our pride by not just showing up with friends and family, but also volunteering at the TACL/TAP booth, and be a part of the the festival!!

Shifts are listed below. Please Email/RSVP through Joy Cheng your preference on which shift you would like to pitch in on. Sign Up Today!

Volunteer Shifts:
[A] 9:30am-12:30pm   Set-up/Morning
[B]12:30pm-3:30pm   Mid-Day
[C] 3:30pm-6:30pm    Afternoon/Clean-up

Please RSVP with A, B, C to note your preferred time slots.

Volunteers will be stationed in the TACL booth to sell items as a fundraiser or may be asked by Festival Committee to help with other tasks. Please RSVP with A, B, C to note your preferred time slots. THANKS!

For questions please contact Community Service Chair, Joy Cheng.

For larger photo viewing, please click the following link: View

Kick off Taiwanese Heritage Week with a Taiwanese Food Fair at the Taiwanese Center!

When you were growing up, did your family ever go to "bazaars" held by the Taiwanese community? These food fairs were like daytime night markets.

This year, TAP-SD will have it's very first booth. If you would like to help us make/sell "almond tofu", we'd appreciate the help! Make sure to show up on time for this event. The popular foods always sell out fast!

More details of Taiwan Heritage Week events at the Taiwan Center are forthcoming.

Please visit TAP-SD's Facebook page for questions or more information.

The 2010 Taiwanese American Cultural Festival (TACF), themed "Vibrant Taiwan" (活力台灣), will be held on Saturday, May 8, from 10am to 6pm at Union Square in San Francisco!

The festival is the largest exhibition of Taiwanese culture in the Bay Area, and will include performances, displays, food, and much more. There will be countless exhibits showcasing Taiwanese culture, arts, and the latest in Taiwan technology. Booths publicizing great Taiwanese American programs and activities in the Bay Area will provide more information on how to stay involved in the community. Performances from Taiwanese American rising stars will amaze all festival participants. And best of all, we will be selling all your favorite Taiwanese food!

Performers include: Johnny Hi-Fi, Alice Tong, Jenton Lee, Diana Li, Stephanie Lai, Carolyn Chen, the kids of the Fremont Taiwanese School, and a special demonstration by Tyson Mao, one of the world's top competitive Rubik's Cube solvers.

In addition to performances by local Taiwanese American musicians, bands, and rising stars, the festival will highlight special performances from the famous Department of Dance at the National Taiwan Arts University. Their dance pieces use innovative artistic choreography to express the various cultures and traditions of Taiwan, and is something you don't want to miss!

So come join us on May 8 to learn more about the Taiwanese culture, meet people from all over the Bay Area, and enjoy awesome Taiwanese food. We hope to see you there!

For more information, such as directions to the location, please visit the official website: http://www.sftafest.org/

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IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER for this event, please contact Volunteer Coordinator Andy Chou (andyhchou@gmail.com)

Volunteers can help out in various areas of the festival, such as staffing the information booth, explaining Taiwanese culture to festival attendees, helping out with Taiwan tech displays, managing stage performers, overall logistics, and much more! Volunteers will be placed on 2-hour shifts, but are encouraged to volunteer for multiple shifts if desired.

TAP co-presents the encore showing of "Au Revoir Taipei" at the LA Asian Pacific Film Festival!

一頁台北 Au Revoir Taipei
Winner of NETPAC Award, 2010 Berlinale
"AU REVOIR TAIPEI" (Yi Ye Tai Bei)
(Taiwan/United States/Germany, 2010) Dir./Scr.: Arvin Chen
In this wildly imaginative and delightful comedy from rising writer-director, Arvin Chen, two young strangers encounter a cast of eccentric characters in search of big dreams. Filled with humor, action and a good dose of food, it all plays out on the colorful city streets and night markets of Taipei. It’s the beginning of a wild night, at the end of which they realize that leaving Taipei will only take them further away from true love. A love letter to Chen’s newly adopted city, the film recently won the NETPAC Award at the Berlin Film Festival, where it had its world premiere."

TAP will be offering tickets at a discounted rate of $10.
Please purchase your tickets ahead of time at http://tapaurevoirtaipei.eventbrite.com/

This showing is expected to sell out!

For more information about Au Revoir Taipei, please check out http://asianfilmfestla.org/2010/program-guide/program-1/


Questions? E-mail Angela Chang

TAP is excited to announce that we will be supporting the 18th Annual Parents' Place Info Fair and Festival. This special occasion allows families that have children with special needs to come together, in an open and friendly environment, to enjoy a lively festival and to find out about the many community resources available to them. Last year, over 2,700 people attended the Fair.  To ensure the success of the event, the fair depends on the generous financial support from the community as well as the many volunteers who donate their time and energy. 

Last year, TAP was able to support this event by providing a group of dedicated volunteers. TAP would like to continue our commitment to service and invite all of you to participate in this wonderful event. For additional information on Parents' Place, CLICK HERE

Volunteer assignments include:
- Game/prize booths
- Moon Bounces
- Sign-in Families/Guests
- Info table
- Food/snack area

To sign-up, please contact Joy Cheng, Community Service Chair Joy.Cheng@tacl.org for required volunteer release forms.  Deadline: March 29, 2010.

Work got you stressed out? Just want to get away? Haven't seen many of your TAP Friends in a while? Well, then join us for an evening of TAPpy Hour in Downtown LA.

The Crocker Club:
The Crocker Club, located in the basement of the former Crocker Citizens National Bank building, you'll now find an awe-inspiring labyrinth of rooms and hidden corners that takes you back to another era.
For more information on the venue, visit www.crockerclub.com

Evening of Networking and Mingling Details:
The Crocker Club in Los Angeles for TAPpy Hour from 6:00 - 9:30 PM. Happy Hour goes until 7:30pm.

Note: You pay for what you eat/drink (Please Drink and behave responsibly)

This is an open invite - Please feel free to invite your friends, etc! by inviting through this evite or passing them on this link: http://www.evite.com/app/publicUrl/EZVQHKPWSRHVGCTCUTPD/crocker2010

The event is FREE for members & $5 for non members
Please RSVP through eventbrite: http://cctappyhour2010.eventbrite.com

Looking forward to seeing you all there - Here's to catching up with old friends, making new ones, and having a good time! Cheers!

Questions? Contact:
TAP Social Director Eddy Chen eddy.chen@tacl.org 626.374.2223 or TAP Secretary Connie Hwang connie.hwang@tacl.org