NOTICE: Due to a scheduling conflict, we had to move our May happy hour to Moe’s Cantina River North. Our June happy hour on Friday, June 13 will be at the Florentine in JW Marriott: https://www.facebook.com/events/224184331124060/
The snow has finally melted, and the cold weather is starting to go away (sort of…). But at least we can say that the worst is truly behind us. Now is the perfect time to catch up with old friends or network/meet new friends alike.
With its exposed brick, wrought iron chandeliers, 40-foot bar, and a thumpin’ sound system, Moe’s Cantina is a great place to unwind. Attendees will enjoy great drink specials: $5 Goose Island 312 and $7 4Rebels vodka cocktails! Join TAP-Chicago as we celebrate a beautiful Spring evening at Moe’s Cantina. Come see what the buzz is all about!
Register through Eventbrite, free early bird admission by 5/14/14, $5 afterward:
https://may2014-happyhour.eventbrite.com/
Getting There:
Merchandise Mart Brown/Purple Line; and #11, 22, 65, 125, 134, 135, 136, 156 CTA buses, limited street parking, www.spothero.com for prepaid parking deals.
To learn more about TAP-Chicago visit: www.tapchicago.org
The “Ultimate Team Sport”, dragon boat racing is the world’s fastest growing water sport. Dragon boating with TAP-Chicago is great way to make new friends, get a workout, experience the thrill of competition, and thrive in a team environment. Come learn more about it on May 21st!
Paddling experience and athletic prowess is not required. Team members will learn the proper paddle stroke techniques and learn to to paddle as a team in a synchronized fashion!
Food & beverages will be provided. RSVP on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/events/680152465412473/
Location: 161 W. Kinzie (party room on 28th floor)
Chicago, IL
Time: 7:00pm
For more information about being a part of the team or a sponsor please contact :
Emily Keane – eakeane@gmail.com
James Lim – jameslim@gmail.com
Grant Wu – grantwu@gmail.com
TAP-Chicago is an Illinois not-for-profit organization founded in 2008 to help strengthen and unite the Taiwanese American community in the greater Chicago area.
To learn more about TAP visit http://www.tapchicago.org
TAP-Chicago has several exciting events coming up including the dragon boat festival holiday, yacht party, BBQ/picnic, community service, and a dragon boat racing team! We are looking for enthusiastic committee members to help plan and execute these and other events.
If you have wanted to be more involved with TAP-Chicago or give back to the community, this is the perfect opportunity! See what goes on behind the scenes, meet some new friends, and work with a group of like-minded people.
Food and drink will be provided!
Please RSVP via Eventbrite:
http://may-volunteer.eventbrite.com/
Questions? Contact
Grant Wu 847.710.1688 | grant@tapchicago.org
To learn more about TAP-Chicago visit www.tapchicago.org
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
The 6th and Final Meeting! We are planning our 6th Annual Lunar Ball and are looking for enthusiastic committee members to help us plan and execute our biggest event of the year!
If you have wanted to be more involved with TAP-Chicago or give back to the community, then this is the perfect opportunity! See what goes on behind the scenes, meet some new friends, and work with a group of like-minded people.
This is our fifth meeting but it is not too late to jump in and get involved. Everyone is welcome, no previous experience required!
If you are interested, please RSVP to Victoria Yang at victoria@tapchicago.org. She will give you more information.
There are a variety of different volunteer roles available! Put your skills to good use and help plan an amazing event.
Visit the Lunar Ball 2014 website >>
To purchase tickets, visit: http://lunarball2014.eventbrite.com/
We are planning our 6th Annual Lunar Ball and are looking for enthusiastic committee members to help us plan and execute our biggest event of the year!
If you have wanted to be more involved with TAP-Chicago or give back to the community, then this is the perfect opportunity! See what goes on behind the scenes, meet some new friends, and work with a group of like-minded people.
This is our fifth meeting but it is not too late to jump in and get involved. Everyone is welcome, no previous experience required!
If you are interested, please RSVP to Victoria Yang at victoria@tapchicago.org. She will give you more information.
There are a variety of different committees available! Put your skills to good use and help plan an amazing event.
Join TAP-Chicago as we support GenKAC 2013, the largest event organized by our friends at the Korean American Coalition of Chicago (KAC-Chicago). This special 10th anniversary event will be held on Thursday, December 19th at Tozi Korean BBQ in Wicker Park. TAP-Chicago attendees will meet new friends from 16+ Korean American organizations that are part of the KACC network.
This year’s theme for GenKAC is “Celebrate Chicago!” and the event will feature a lively environment conducive to networking and learning about the different Chicago Korean organizations and businesses.
Transportation:
– Driving: Free Parking in rear lot
– Subway: Blue Line Division stop
Cost:
$9 limited number of TAP-Chicago discounted group tickets https://www.wepay.com/
If group sold out, $15 before Dec 16th, $20 General Admission
10% off with discount code “TAPCHICAGO” at https://www.wepay.com/
The Korean American Coalition of Chicago (KAC-Chicago) is part of the national 501(c)(3) non-profit, the Korean American Coalition, based in Los Angeles. More about KAC-Chicago at http://kac-chicago.org/