* Mention Kelvin Leung or TAP to the doorman.
Part 2 of the 2 part series! TAP-Chicago is pleased to announce a 2 part workshop and discussion series featuring Ho Chie Tsai, one of the most influential and passionate contributors to the Taiwanese American community today. The workshops will focus on exploring our Taiwanese American identity, the challenges we face, and take a peek into the history of our Taiwanese American community and where it is headed.
SPACE FOR THIS SPECIAL EVENT WILL BE LIMITED, the first part sold out, please register to ensure your attendance: http://tap-hochietsai2.eventbrite.com
For those who don’t eat before the event, we will have food from a local Korean restaurant, the (subsidized) cost will be $10 cash payable at the event.
Ho Chie Tsai is a founding Board Member of TaiwaneseAmerican.org but wears many hats in the Taiwanese American community. He is a frequent speaker at collegiate conferences and youth summer camp programs, a past Program Director and current Board Member of the Taiwanese American Foundation, and founder of the San Francisco chapter of Taiwanese American Professionals. Ho Chie hopes to inspire a renewed sense of pride in personal identity and increase activism and involvement within the greater Asian American community. Ho Chie holds an Electrical Engineering BS degree from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, a Bioengineering MS and an MD degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago. In his spare time, he works as a pediatrician.
To learn more about Ho Chie and his work please visit http://taiwaneseamerican.org/
To learn more about TAP-Chicago, please visit http://tapchicago.org/
Questions? Contact:
Grant Wu 847.710.1688 | grant at tapchicago dot org
Hauwei Lien 302.559.5948 | hauwei at tapchicago dot org
Join TAP-Chicago in supporting our community partner Japanese American Service Committee (JASC) as they honor and explore living culture during their big annual fundraising & networking event.
Event includes complimentary beer, wine and sake and heavy appetizers from Kamehachi. Enjoy music by Tatsu Aoki while you mingle and bid on many silent auction items.
The 2014 event features the theme of “Bringing Legacy to Life”. Everyone has a story worth telling. Each of us passes on our life stories to future generations: the essence of who you are, what maters to you, what you’ve learned, what you deeply value and your hops and dreams for the future. This becomes your legacy.
Likewise, every community has a legacy. We have assembled an extraordinary group of artists, athletes, activists, teachers and leaders who will share their life’s work with you, exemplifying our theme of creating a “living culture.” These special people live the values we cherish through their actions every day. They have taken the gift of knowledge and traditions learned in previous generations and figured out how to make the most of it in their own way.
Please join us in meeting the honorees:
– Tatsu Aoki, musician & filmmaker, lives his legacy through Hyougenryoku (creative expression).
– Alice Murata of Heiwa Terrace and Michael Takada of JASC live their legacy through Kazoku to Komyunitei (family and community).
– Enoch Kanaya and James Kolly Takaki, WWII 442nd veterans, and Col. Robert Hashimoto, USMC, live their legacy throughChuuseishin (loyalty).
– Doug Tono, Tohkon Judo Academy, and Dwight Sora, Chicago Aikido Club, live their legacy throughKokoro to karada no tsunagari (connection of body and mind).
– Michio Iwao, Nisei wood carver, lives his legacy through Shousai ni chuui suru (attention to detail).
– Laura Kina, artist & professor, lives her legacy through exploration of Jiko-ninshiki (identity).
We welcome you to join us in connecting with Chicago’s Japanese American community and take a journey to be inspired to explore your own living legacy. What is your legacy? And how do you bring it to life?
TICKETS
$125 general admission
$65 for young professionals 21-35
Tickets are non-refundable.
Raffle tickets are $20 for a single raffle ticket; or $100 for 6 raffle tickets. First prize wins $2,500. Second prize wins $1,000. Third and fourth prizes win $500 each.
Purchase tickets here: http://jascloc14.eventbrite.com
For more information visit http://jasc-chicago.org/loc14 or contact Hauwei Lien at hauwei at tapchicago dot org or 302.559.5948.
**UPDATE: We have changed the location to 1201 S Prairie Ave, 5th floor to accommodate the larger group! Please remember to submit your food preference at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16iycLf1gYee6TQxfk7TdBnYVdltKONBJ-b25WlsQDDk/viewform?usp=send_form
TAP-Chicago is pleased to announce a 2 part workshop and discussion series featuring Ho Chie Tsai, one of the most influential and passionate contributors to the Taiwanese American community today. The workshops will focus on exploring our Taiwanese American identity, the challenges we face, and take a peek into the history of our Taiwanese American community and where it is headed.
SPACE FOR THIS SPECIAL EVENT WILL BE LIMITED, please register via Eventbrite to ensure your attendance:
http://tap-hochietsai1.eventbrite.com/
Ho Chie Tsai is a founding Board Member of TaiwaneseAmerican.org but wears many hats in the Taiwanese American community. He is a frequent speaker at collegiate conferences and youth summer camp programs, a past Program Director and current Board Member of the Taiwanese American Foundation, and founder of the San Francisco chapter of Taiwanese American Professionals. Ho Chie hopes to inspire a renewed sense of pride in personal identity and increase activism and involvement within the greater Asian American community. Ho Chie holds an Electrical Engineering BS degree from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, a Bioengineering MS and an MD degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago. In his spare time, he works as a pediatrician.
To learn more about Ho Chie and his work please visit http://taiwaneseamerican.org
To learn more about TAP-Chicago, please visit http://tapchicago.org/
Questions? Contact:
Grant Wu 847.710.1688 | grant at tapchicago dot org
TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!!! http://kollaborationchicago.org/events/2014-showcase/
USE PROMO CODE: “TAP” to receive a discount!
TAP-Chicago is proud to again be a community partner of Kollaboration Chicago. Please come support our best local Asian American musicians, dancers and other performing artists, as they display their talents on stage for 1 night only, crowning 1 champion to go on to perform at the National level.
Kollaboration is an annual movement produced by young Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) professionals and students to promote a strong Asian American presence in entertainment, media, and performing arts. The level of talent, passion, and aspiration that exists in the Asian American community emphasizes the mission of Kollaboration: Empowerment through Entertainment.
PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS: http://kollaborationchicago.org/events/2014-showcase/
PROMO CODE: “TAP” to receive a discount!
Since 2000, Kollaboration has expanded to 14 cities across the continent, bringing together hundreds of volunteers, thousands of live audience members and millions of online viewers. Throughout the years, Kollaboration has drawn widespread recognition in each major U.S. city as the premier source for locally- based Asian American musicians, dancers, and other performance artists.
Kollaboration Chicago consists of 50+ passionate staff members, all of whom believe in the cause and are dedicated to making a difference in the Asian American community. Volunteers have an opportunity to be part of a non-profit organization that is highly dynamic, where they can grow their skills and experience professionally. Furthermore, Kollaboration extends their mission to build strong relationships with surrounding communities, organizations, schools, and local businesses. It is through this strong foundation that Kollaboration carries its mission forward of bringing a paradigm shift of perceptions, breaking down stereotypes, and paving the way for future Asian Americans to accomplish their goals and dreams. Kollaboration sheds a light to other artists who are waiting to be inspired to boldly chase after their dreams.
With this community, combined with the support of fans, generous sponsors, and large network of hard working students and volunteers, Kollaboration aims to create a launch platform that positively impacts these artists and performers to not only pursue their dreams, but redefine the presence and image of Asian Americans in entertainment. The talented artists of Kollaboration represent those in the forefront of the battle to put Asian Americans in the entertainment industry.
For more information about Kollaboration Chicago – visit:
http://kollaborationchicago.org/
For more information about TAP-Chicago, visit http://tapchicago.org/
Join TAP-Chicago to experience a blast from the past as we experience the Taiwanese Fun Fest at the TECO Cultural Center in Westmont. Play your favorite games like chopstick egg carry and catch the goldfish and taste authentic Taiwanese treats like pork belly rice, squid soup, pork buns, bao bing, and noodles!
A great opportunity to check out TECO’s brand new Culture Center and maybe even make a stop at Ding Hao for Taiwanese groceries and food court.
If you need a ride or are willing to give rides, please email hauwei at tapchicago dot org. You MUST email, if you don’t receive confirmation of a ride, please do not assume you have one.
Meet at 11:00 am at 161 W Kinzie lobby to carpool together.
Cost: $5 contribution to drivers for gas. $10 ticket for event paid at the Fun Fest.
On Thursday, May 22nd from 12 noon to 1 pm, TAP-Chicago in collaboration with TJCCC will present a fun cultural program in Daley Plaza including traditional dance, Taiwanese folk songs, and a Chinese yo-yo exhibition. Rumor has it that everyone’s favorite TW photo op prince nezha may also make an appearance!
The festival in the heart of downtown Chicago celebrates Asian American Heritage Month and includes performances, exhibits, and arts and crafts all week from May 19 to May 23rd. Thursday is also the Farmer’s Market so there will be an opportunity to shop while you enjoy the good weather and performances.
Admission is FREE and no tickets are required. However, RSVP on facebook to be notified where to meet up on the 22nd!
Questions? Contact
Hauwei Lien 302-559-5948 | hauwei at tapchicago dot org.
Silk Road Festival is organized by Ascene Chicago and the Realm along with community partners TAP-Chicago, TJCCC, FAN, KAC-Chicago, and Kollaboration.
Join TAP-Chicago as we watch A-Squared Theatre Workshop’s presentation of My Asian Mom 2014. MAM 2014 is the third installment of A-Squared’s signature show that examines motherhood and family in the context of Asian America’s varied cultures. The vignettes included in MAM 2014 range from breezy to poignant, funny to heartbreaking.
This year’s production features eight NEW 10-minute plays garnered from submissions by writers from across the country.
TAP-Chicago has been able to secure a limited number of group discounted tickets for $17. Purchase your ticket at:
http://mam2014.eventbrite.com/
Questions? Contact
Hauwei Lien 302-559-5948 | hauwei at tapchicago dot org.
The MAM 2014 website is http://www.a-stw.org/my-asian-mom-2014.html
Here is a full list of the short plays, writers, directors, and actors in My Asian Mom 2014:
Prologue: Are You My Mother?
written and performed by TJ Medel
Cobra v Tiger
written by Rex McGregor
directed by Joe Yau
Cast: Samantha Garcia, Tea Ro
Halo Halo Birthday
written by Christine Toy Johnson
directed by Alex Wu
Cast: Ginger Leopoldo
Imperfectly Frank
written by Seth Freeman
directed by Kareem Khubchandani
Cast: Samantha Garcia, Ramona Kywe, George Infantado, Norman Yap
Nanay
written by Celena Cipriaso
directed by Marc Rita
Cast: Ginger Leopoldo, Ramona Kywe
Sunday Surprise
written by Kristine M. Reyes
directed by Jin Kim
Cast: Samantha Garcia, Alexandra Gonzalez, Tea Ro, Pearl Paramadilok
Tea and Talk and Okay
written by Julia Izumi
directed by Cary Shoda
Cast: Victoria Ng, Tea Ro
Um Sa Det Yoong
written and performed by Norman Yap
directed by Giau Truong
Why Do We Mistreat Our Korean Mothers
written by Timothy Moore
directed by Alex Wu
Cast: Hope Kim, George Infantado, Norman Yap
Breakfast in Taipei: 20-hour flight, $1600
Breakfast in LA: 4-hour flight, $350
Breakfast at Din Hao in Westmont: 45-minute drive, need a car
Breakfast at the brand-new Vora restaurant, in Chicago, in the afternoon = AWESOME!
The event will feature your favorite breakfast and street foods from Taiwan in Vora’s modern and elegant environment!
Brunch Menu
Shao Bing (Taiwanese flatbread with stuffing)
You Tiao (Fried breadstick)
Tian Dou Jiang (sweet soybean milk)
Oh Ah Jian (Oysters pancakes)
Fan Tuan (Taiwanese-style rice ball)
Ruen Bing (Taiwanese-style spring roll)
This event sells out every time and advance registration/payment is required!
REGISTER HERE: https://www.wepay.com/
Cost:
$17 + tax and tip = $20 Early Bird by Friday, January 31
$22 + tax and tip = $25 Late Bird afterward and if space permits
***Event is limited to 40 people and entry is determined by order of payment on WePay.com, not Facebook (Facebook does not track RSVP times).
Getting there: Close to CTA Red Line Clark/Division. Limited street parking.
Questions? Call or email:
Shannon Sung 312.961.3883 | shannon@tapchicago.org
Ming Young 847.571.3369 | ming@tapchicago.org
Visit the Lunar Ball 2014 website >>
To purchase tickets, visit: http://lunarball2014.eventbrite.com/
Join TAP-Chicago & KACC Thanksgiving weekend for an epic album release party with Chicago-native Verseatile as he takes the stage at the Abbey Pub along with some of Chicago’s finest up and coming artists, including openers like Kelly Grace, 2013 Kollaboration Chicago winner Alvin Lau, and 2013 Kollaboration Chicago finalist Ashlee Barrera.
Portion of the funds will be donated to the National Alliance of Filipino Concerns (NAFCON)
to help the victims of the typhoon in Philippines – more info. below
TICKETS:
https://www.wepay.com/
General Admission: $20
General Admission + 3 discounted drink tickets: $30
VIP floor access with performers + 3 drink tickets + food: $45
This is a ticketed event – no covers will be taken at the door!
Must be 21+ with a valid ID
Artist Bio:
Verseatile (Mike Chun) has been involved in music for nearly 10 years as a rapper and a songwriter. Originally from Chicago, he is currently pursuing his career in Los Angeles where he now resides. Chicago’s hip hop scene has influenced Verse’s ability to “snipe” (rapping in double time speed) as well as his preference in soulful production. Combining the genres of hip hop, soul, and r&b, Verse’s sound consists of deep lyrics delivered over emotion-driven beats that allows him to share his story that ultimately points to a bigger story.
Listen to his music:
http://www.facebook.com/
http://www.youtube.com/
Opening Acts:
Kelly Grace: https://www.facebook.com/
Alvin Lau – 2013 Kollaboration Chicago Winner!: https://www.facebook.com/
Ashlee Barrera – 2013 Kollaboration Chicago Finalist!: https://www.facebook.com/
TICKETS:
https://www.wepay.com/
The Abbey Pub
3420 W Grace St
Chicago IL 60615
773-478-4408
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HOSTS ARE MATCHING OUR DONATION THIS WEEK ONLY
SO MAKE YOUR TICKET COUNT X2!
– must select ‘TAP’ to donate –
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the National Alliance of Filipino Concerns (NAFCON). NAFCON has been working with grassroots organizations in the parts of the Philippines most impacted. Your donation will be sent directly to the poor and underserved who need our donations the most through NAFCON’s partner organizations such as Visayas Primary Health Care Services (VPHCS). VPHCS is a non-profit established in 1985 aiming to promote primary health care programs in the Visayas, assisting marginalized sectors of society: urban poor dwellers, farmers, fisherfolks, women and children in building and strengthening community-based health programs. You can donate at nafconusa.org via PayPal or credit card.
To learn more about TAP-Chicago, visit our website: http://tapchicago.org/
Want to get more involved with TAP-Chicago?
email: grant@tapchicago.org
To learn more about KACC, visit: http://kac-chicago.org/