Calling out all TAP basketball fans!!! TAP will be attending the Houston Rockets @ Chicago Bulls game on Saturday, March 5th. We are buying the tickets in bulk so that is why we are getting such a steep discount! This is a must attend event! The Bulls are amidst the 2016 NBA Playoff hunt and need our support!
Please RSVP and Purchase tickets through Eventbrite by the February 28th DEADLINE. Space is already filling up!
Tickets are the Upper Deck reserved seating.
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Questions?
Andrew Huang andrew.huang@tapchicago.or
The University of Chicago’s Taiwanese American Student Association would like to extend an invitation to members of TAP to attend its largest event of the year, The Road Less Traveled: A talk by Jason Y. Lee from the Jubilee Project. The event will take place on Friday, January 22nd from 6:30 to 8:00pm in the International House Assembly Hall at the University of Chicago (1414 E 59th St, Chicago, IL 60637 ). In addition to the talk, the Jubilee Project will be screening a few of their new projects and opening the floor up for a discussion. Attendance is free and light refreshments will be served! The Jubilee Project is a non-profit that inspires change through telling stories and filmmaking. United by their passion for philanthropy and filmmaking, the founders set out to create entertaining content that inspires others to do good. Their videos have attracted the attention of millions of people around the world. Their talk will be centered around their stories and issues of self-identity and awareness. Often times, people try so hard to lead that “perfect” life – building your resume, getting into med school or landing that prestigious job – that they forget why they are in college and what they actually want to do. We hope that through this talk, people will be feel inspired to discover and pursue their passions.
Come make a difference in the lives of the homeless by joining other TAP members at Pacific Garden Mission on Jan 9th! Pacific Garden Mission is one of the oldest, continuously operating rescue mission in the country. We’ll be assisting with general housekeeping in the morning and with meal services during the afternoon. The general schedule is as follows:
9AM-11:20AM: Group 1 volunteer shift
Volunteers in this shift will help with general housekeeping.
11:20AM-2PM: Group 2 volunteer shift
Volunteers in this shift will help with meal services.
Please sign up in the following google sheet. We would like to have at minimum of 10 people and a maximum of 15 people per shift. And you’re welcome to sign up for two shifts as well!
https://goo.gl/rwkgiO
Location: 1458 South Canal Street, Chicago IL 60607
Questions? Call or email:
Julia Cao | cao.julia.x@gmail.com
Dana Yu | danlyu121@gmail.com
Join TAP-Chicago for their January mixer and winter cloting drive event at the Kerryman Irish Pub located in the heart of River North!
We will be working with another amazing and deserving organization, TBD, to collect gently used winter clothing that will be distributed to families this winter.
Can’t make it to the event but want to still want to help? See COST section below.
COST:
-With Eventbrite RSVP = FREE with donation of 1 item of winter clothing or $10 donation
-Without Eventbrite RSVP = $15 donation or 2 items of winter clothing
-For those who can’t attend and want to make a donation, there is an option for monetary donations.
Please make advanced donations by January 14th, 3:00PM.
RSVP: https://goo.gl/31gk88
Examples of winter clothing: coat, gloves, hat, scarf, sweater, sweatshirt, etc
Questions? Call or email:
Steph Tao 312-631-8269 or steph@tapchicago.org
Ethan Hou 812-371-2699 or ethan@tapchicago.org
Grant Wu 847-710-1688 | grant@tapchicago.org
Happy Lunar New Year! Advanced Ticket available for sales Now
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lunar-ball-2016-tickets-20146780563
Enter discount-code “TAP-Chicago” to get 10% discount
The 8th Annual Lunar Ball, Chicago’s largest fundraiser for Asian American young professionals and friends, will be held on Saturday, March 12, 2016. Join 600+ of Chicago’s most accomplished and involved professionals from over 30 community organizations at the Chicago History Museum for an evening of fun, food, and dancing! The event will include tastings from some of Chicago’s top restaurants, adult beverages all night, performances, multiple DJs, raffle, silent auction, refreshments, as well as unlimited access to the museum’s iconic Crossroad Exhibit which features Chicago’s very first “L” car from 1893.
There’s no better time than the Year of the Monkey to meet new friends and professional contacts. The event sells out every year so make sure to secure your spot today.
Giving Back to Chicago
All proceeds from Lunar Ball benefit local Chicago charities, with an emphasis on the Asian American community. Grants to our community beneficiaries help provide services to youth, elderly, and underprivileged populations, encourage leadership development, promote cultural awareness, and support other important charitable causes.
To learn more, visit www.lunarball.org and “Like” the Lunar Ball Page on Facebook for updates!
We hope you can join us on March 12th!
Dress Code and Theme
Dress code for the event is semi-formal, black tie optional, qi pao and tang zhuang welcome. The theme for this year is 1920’s Masquerade Party, with the colors Gold, Black and White as the theme colors. Masquerade masks welcomed. However, feathers and fur are NOT allowed in the venue.
Contact Us
Please direct all questions or comments to info@lunarball.org
Please note that tickets to Lunar Ball are transferable but not refundable.
To learn more about Lunar Ball, visit our website at http://lunarball.org/
Ticket Purchase link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lunar-ball-2016-tickets-20146780563
Calling out all TAP-Chicago basketball fans!!! TAP-Chicago will be attending the Charlotte Hornets @ Chicago Bulls game on Saturday, December 5. We are buying the tickets in bulk so that is why we are getting such a steep discount! This is a must attend exclusive event! It will be JEREMY LIN’s LAST VISIT TO CHICAGO 2015-2016. Do not miss this rare opportunity to see JEREMY LIN drop 40 pts on the Bulls top ranked defense! Please let me RSVP through Eventbrite or confirming on this page whether you would like to attend by the NOVEMBER 15 DEADLINE. Space is already filling up, RSVP before the NOVEMBER 15 DEADLINE! Keep your ticket stub and receive a free Big Mac from McDonalds if the Bulls score 100 points or more!
The price is not finalized until we actual buy it but we will try to get the tickets between $50~$70. You will be required to pay in advance.
Eventbrite link: https://goo.gl/5gfEty
Questions? Andrew Huang (ahuang12292@yahoo.com)
Join TAP-Chicago Winter dim sum gathering in Chinatown’s Minghin Cuisine! Let’s grab some delicious food together before it gets miserably cold! Please RSVP through our Facebook page and we will make reservation in advance accordingly.
https://www.facebook.com/events/909681329108423/
Cost: We will spilt the cost after the meal
We will have reservation under Jim, please tell the server when you arrive. Call 609 937 5397 if you cannot find us.
Join TAP-Chicago on Nov. 20th from 6-9PM @ Vora for our November Happy Hour in support of our canned food drive in partner with Breakthrough Ministries! Our happy hour venue is located in the River North neighborhood. Vora specializes in Taiwanese and pan-Asian cuisine in a modern, stylish setting!
Breakthrough Ministries is an organization that works to empower youth and adults by developing community through their programs in Chicago’s East Garfield Park.
Also, there will be a live DJ!
Early Bird: Free with 2 cans of food or $5 donation
General Admission: $10 at the door or 5 cans of food
RSVP: https://goo.gl/oiPt1w
This will be a great opportunity to come meet other young professionals in the city and to have some fun! Hope to see you all there!
Vora Address:
1028 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60610
Phone:(312) 929-2035
TAP-Chicago Contact: Grant Wu, 847.710.1688
TAP-Chicago has several exciting events coming up, including monthly mixers, Canned Food Drive, Holiday Toy Drive, Taiwanese Breakfast, and Lunar Ball to name a few! 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.
Please note this is for people NEW to TAP-Chicago or members interested in becoming more involved as volunteers.
Snacks and drinks will be provided, please RSVP via Eventbrite!
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Sunday, November 22nd @ 4:30pm sharp!
Location: One Eleven Chicago, 111 W Wacker Dr, 28th Floor Entertainment Suite
Questions? Contact
Grant Wu 847.710.1688 | grant@tapchicago.org
Hauwei Lien 302.559.5948 | hauwei@tapchicago.org
To learn more about TAP-Chicago visit www.tapchicago.org
What makes someone a leader, and how do you become one? How can you, as an individual, make a difference in the community? Join us in a conversation and networking session with one Chicago’s leading architects and community leaders.
TAP-Chicago (Chicago Taiwanese American Professionals) is excited to work with Ernest Wong, Founding Principal and President of site design group, ltd., and a leader in the landscape architecture profession in the city of Chicago as we explore what makes a leader and how to create change in a community. It will also be a great chance to meet and network with other dreamers. When ambitious people get together, big things can happen!
This is also a great chance to check out the pop-up gallery space created by site design group in private, after doors are closed to the public!
Registration is free until Nov 8 and $5 afterward through Eventbrite:
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Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
TL;DR:
WHO: Ernest Wong (Community Leader and Amazing Architect)
WHAT: Networking and Discussion on Leadership
WHEN: Tuesday, November 10th, 6:30-8:30-pm
WHERE: 820 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago
WHY: It’s a great opportunity to learn and network with good company! Plus, get a chance to check out site design group’s pop-up space after hours!
About the Speaker
Ernest Wong is the President and founder of site design group ltd, an urban design and landscape architecture firm based in Chicago. Due to his many professional achievements, the Chicago Tribune named Ernest as “2010 Chicagoan of the Year”. Mr. Wong was also the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Chinese American Service League (CASL), the largest social services organization in the Midwest serving Chinese Americans.
Ernest has directed many notable projects including the State Street City Lightscape, The Park at Lakeshore East, Ping Tom Memorial Park, and Mary Bartelme Park in West Loop. Ernest is a member of the American Society of Landscape Architects Council of Fellows, the American Planning Association, and the Urban Land Institute.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Ernest served on Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s Transition Committee for Economic Development and Planning. He currently serves as a Commissioner on both the Chicago Landmarks Commission and the Commission on Cultural Affairs.
Questions? Contact Eric Kao or Ariel Yu at eric (dot) kao (at) tapchicago (dot) org | ariel (at) tapchicago (dot) org
