Come join TAP-Chicago on Nov.13th from 6-9PM @ The Packing House for our November networking mixer. This swank venue is located in the trendy West Loop meatpacking district. The space has been recently remodeled and boasts a modern yet casual vibe, focusing on great drinks and bringing a gourmet spin on American comfort foods. There is also a gorgeous rooftop space if the weather allows!
Admission is free by registering on Eventbrite during the early bird period AND bringing $5 equivalent of canned foods in support of Breakthrough Ministries.
RSVP here:
http://
Breakthrough is restoring the broken networks of youth and families and empowering adults in the community to achieve self-sufficiency and break the cycle of poverty.
This is a great opportunity to come meet other young professionals in the city and to also have some fun! Hope to see you all there!
To learn more about Breakthrough Ministries, visit http://
DON’T FORGET TO BRING CANNED FOODS!!!
Join TAP-Chicago and UIAAAN (University of Illinois Asian American Alumni Network) for our annual BBQ at the beautiful Montrose Beach to finish off the long weekend and the summer in style. Besides the mouth-watering barbeque, music, warm weather and great company, there’s going to be nets for beach volleyball and plenty of sand for football, frisbee, etc. Don’t miss out on the fantastic party and chance to network/meet new and old friends!!
Here are some items on the menu:
Awesome Food- hot dogs, burgers, brats, chicken, steak, vegetarian options, and sides.
Awesome Drinks- beer, wine, and sangria in addition to soft drinks and water!
Where to find us when you arrive at Montrose beach: TBD (We will post a map up as we get closer to the event date)
Tickets for this end-of-summer eat/drink/play/mingle extravaganza are only $20 prepaid through Eventbrite, and $25 at the door. The deadline for early registration is Saturday, August 30th at 5 pm.
**** Eventbrite Early Registration Link, $20 ****
http://tap-uiaaan-bbq-beach.eventbrite.com/
Getting There: There is plenty of street parking. Beach is also easily accessible via CTA Red Line (Wilson or Sheridan stop), and CTA buses #146 and #81.
Questions or would you like to help? Call or email:
Grant Wu 847.710.1688 | grant@tapchicago.org
Yen-Chih Tsai 312.257.7075 | yen@tapchicago.org
Stephanie Tao 312.631.8269 | steph@tapchicago.org
More about TAP-Chicago:
http://www.tapchicago.org/
More about UIAAAN (University of Illinois Asian American Alumni Network): https://www.facebook.com/groups/uiaaan/
Join TAP-Chicago, Kollaboration, and Project:VISION for our June Happy Hour at The Florentine, located in the swanky JW Marriott Hotel in the heart of downtown Chicago. The Florentine offers an elegant yet accessible interpretation of seasonal Italian cuisine. Incorporating traditional materials in a modern way and envelops guests in a warm and lush interior.
Enjoy $5 select drafts, $8 house martinis, and passed appetizers (while they last). Join TAP-Chicago as we celebrate a beautiful Spring evening at The Florentine. Come see what the buzz is all about!
Register through Eventbrite, free early bird admission before 6/12/14 or while tickets last, $5 afterward:
http://tapjune-jwmarriott.eventbrite.com/
getting there:
by car – hotel valet is available, but check out www.spothero.com for the best prepaid parking lot deals.
by cta – within walking distance from any El train that runs around The Loop.
Questions? Contact:
Steph Tao 312.631.8269 | steph at tapchicago dot org
To learn more about TAP-Chicago visit: http://www.tapchicago.org
A Government Leadership & Professional Networking Event
Sponsored by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
Presented by Chicago Taiwanese American Professionals (TAP-Chicago) & The Korean American Coalition – Chicago (KACC)
The Central Intelligence Agency or “CIA” is responsible for the collection, analysis and reporting of foreign intelligence in order to protect the country’s national security. Get an inside look into this highly secretive government agency, and its rich history and structure from a diverse panel of Asian and Southeast Asian officers in positions of leadership. In this revealing session, you’ll hear about their unique experiences, and also learn about how the Agency recruits talented individuals into its various branches from accounting, foreign languages, economics, engineering, human resources and even, field operatives.
The event will take place in Sunda’s 2nd floor private event space, reserved exclusively for us. After the session, join us for a night of networking with CIA officers and active young professionals from our community partner & marketing partner groups in the city.
Complimentary hors d’oeuvres prepared by Sunda for attendees.
RSVP at Eventbrite by 10:30 pm, June 15th for free tickets.
http://bit.ly/CIANetworkingLeadership
Community partner: NetIP
Our Marketing Partners: AScene Chicago, FAN Chicago, JASConnect, Kollaboration Chicago, Social Quarters
There is limited seating, so get your tickets today! For questions or more information, contact us at Grant Wu, grant@tapchicago.org or Karen Hwang, khwang@kac-chicago.org
To learn more about TAP-Chicago visit http://tapchicago.org/
To learn more about KACC visit http://kac-chicago.org/
Join TAP-Chicago for our July Happy Hour at Vertigo Sky Lounge–Chicago’s premiere party lounge and bar! Vertigo Sky Lounge has been on Conde Nast Traveler’s Hot List since 2009 and ranked in the Top 3 Hotel Bars of the Year in 2012 by the Nightclub Bar Awards. This year, the lounge and outdoor patio have been recently renovated and will be a hot place to hang for the summer!
In addition, we are excited to announce that Be the Match will be our special guests for July’s happy hour! Be the Match is a global leader in the field of conducting research to improve bone marrow transplant outcomes. They provide support and resources for patients in need to bone marrow transplants. For more information about our guests: http://bethematch.org/.
RSVP ACTION: Get your FREE Early Bird ticket by RSVPing here before 7/8: http://tap-vertigo.eventbrite.com/
Anytime after 7/8 and at the door will be $5 for admission.
for more info, please contact:
Stephanie Tao – steph@tapchicago.org
Yen Tsai – yen@tapchicago.org
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/732176643491379/
SOCIAL QUARTERS YACHT PARTY!
Presented by:
AACN – Ascene – FAN – KACC – Kollaboration – TAP-Chicago
Sponsored by :
AKIRA – BopNGrill – VORA – SoundBar
On Saturday, July 19 :
Get ready for the best networking mixer of the year on our 400 person private yacht!
Social Quarters has teamed up with other local organizations for an annual mixer that allows you to meet other people outside your organization.
Buy early and save! You don’t want to miss the most talked about event of the year!
****** BUY TICKETS AT http://socialquarters.org/ *******
Be sure to select TAP-Chicago at the scroll down menu!!
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– Live Performances & DJ on the main floor.
– Live Pianist on the Piano Bar floor. (Steve Tzeng aka “JustSteve”)
– Full cash bars on all 3 floors!
– After Party will be at SoundBar in the late evening.
(Password = Social Quarters)
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– BOARDING STARTS AT 1:30 PM
– YACHT DEPARTS AT 2:00 PM (SHARP)
– YACHT RETURNS AT 5:00 PM
– AFTER PARTY AT 10:00 PM (SoundBar)
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* Photo ID & Ticket is required to attend this event. (21+ only)
* Dress Code: Smart Casual (Summer Dresses / No Suits Required / no flip flops)
* Please arrive early so we can set sail promptly at 2:00 PM.
* Don’t forget to bring your business cards!
* Event will go on Rain or Shine.
* Majority of proceeds will be donated to the Chicago Korean Festival.
* Minority of proceeds will be donated to the presenting organizations.
WANT TO BE UPGRADED TO V.I.P. TICKETS FOR FREE?
CLICK “GOING” ON FACEBOOK & SHARE THE EVENT AND YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE ENTERED TO WIN!
DIRECTIONS:
The Anita Dee II is docked at Dusable Harbor on the Chicago River at Lake Shore Drive.
If Driving- There will be Anita Dee signs at the foot of Randolph St. to enter the Dusable Harbor Public Parking Lot. (Do not park in the members lot)
If Walking from The Loop- walk east down the south side of the River walk, will end at Anita Dee II
By Cab- Drop off at the foot of Randolph St., Columbia Yacht Club turn around. Take the path north towards Chicago river and end at Anita Dee II
****** BUY TICKETS AT http://socialquarters.org/ *******
Be sure to select TAP-Chicago at the scroll down menu!!
For more information, please contact:
Steph Tao
steph@tapchicago.org
Ashish Shah
ashish@tapchicago.org
773.451.5665
More info about TAP-Chicago:
http://tapchicago.org/
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
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To purchase tickets, visit: http://lunarball2014.eventbrite.com/
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/
Get in the holiday spirit by joining TAP-Chicago for our annual holiday party and toy drive event at Vora, one of the newest venues in the Gold Coast. Vora is the only restaurant in Chicago that offers traditional Taiwanese street food and drinks with fresh and contemporary interior design.
We will be collecting new unwrapped toys ($10-$15) that will be distributed as Christmas gifts to help under privileged children in the community experience the joy of Christmas. This year TAP-Chicago has partnered with Dreams For Kids to collect toys for their Holiday For Hope event.
Can’t make it to the event but want to still help the children? See COST section below.
Drink and food specials: TBD
COST:
FREE with new, unwrapped toy ($10-$20 value) OR
$10 donation to toy fund in advance OR
$15 donation to toy found at the door
Please make advance donations by 1:00pm Monday, December 16th, via WePay:
http://www.wepay.com/
Getting there: Red Line Clark/Division or #22 and 146 buses.
Questions? Call or email:
Yen-Chih Tsai 312-257-7075 | yen@tapchicago.org
Daisy Yang 616-308-8271 | daisy@tapchciago.org
Grant Wu 847-710-1688 | grant@tapchicago.org
To find out more about TAP-Chicago, see recaps of our past events and upcoming events: http://www.tapchicago.org/ or https://www.facebook.com/
More about Dreams For Kids and their Holiday For Hope event:
http://