2012 Everyday Hep B Heroes Calendars Now Available!
Hep B Heroes are amongst us and they are making a difference in the hepatitis B free movement in their daily lives. The
2nd annual Hep B Free Calendar entitled "Hep B Heroes" celebrates 12
such remarkable Asian Americans of Cambodian, Chinese, Filipino, Korean,
Japanese, and Vietnamese descent that are all raising public awareness
for Hepatitis B.
Calendars
cost $10 each, plus $3 for shipping and handling. All proceeds will go
towards ending hepatitis B disease and liver cancer. To purchase a
calendar, contact Carrolyn Kubota at (415) 373-4003 or email: ckubota@awfoundation.com.
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is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote and
develop Asian Pacific American identity, community and diversity. AWF
does this by bringing people together through cultural events, media
campaigns, consulting and innovative programs. AWF encourages the
sharing of differences and appreciation of diversity, working to
strengthen relations between all Asian and Pacific Islander cultures,
newer and older generations of Asian Pacific Americans, and Asians and
non-Asians.
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Asian American Holiday Bash
Taiwanese
American Professionals and the National Association of Asian American
Professionals present "Asian American Holiday Bash - A Winter Charity
Event"
An evening of celebrating the holidays, fund-raising, and rocking the night with a concert!
There
will be a feature a special performance by "Blush", an all-girl Asian
American pop group from Far West TV. They've collaborated with Snoop Dog
and opened for Justin Bieber. "Blush" will perform "Undivided", their
#3 hit on the US Billboard dance charts.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Osp6P2M9SqE
Complimentary Hors d'oeuvres will be served!!!
Proceeds
from the event will provide Christmas gifts for the children of OASES,
the Oakland Asian Students Educational Services. Every $20 in proceeds
buys a Christmas present for an underprivileged child for the holidays.
Cocktail attire encouraged ~ Business casual welcome.
WHEN
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
7pm - 11pm
WHERE:
The Grand
520 4th St.
San Francisco, CA
INFO
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Kimochi Silver Bells
Mark
your calendar and have fun as you get plenty of holidays shopping done
at this free one-day event featuring handcrafted items made by more than
80 talented Asian and Pacific Islander artisans.
WHEN
Saturday, December 10, 2011
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
WHERE:
Event Center at St. Mary's Cathedral
1111 Gough St.
San Francisco, CA
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Parol Lantern Parade
It's
the time of the year again, when the community starts making their
parol lanterns and holiday decor to adorn their houses for the yuletide
season. In San Francisco, on Saturday, December 10, 2011, the community
will be holding the 9th Annual San Francisco Parol Lantern Festival - a
must-see event during the holiday season.
The
festival begins with a series of parol lantern-making workshops held at
the Bayanihan Community Center and are still going on. Parol workshops
are open to the public. The
parols made during these workshops are then displayed during our
anticipated parade & festival held in Yerba Buena Lane, Jessie
Square and St. Patrick's Church.
This
year, expect marchers from over 25 local organizations to gather for a
lively parade and festival which includes performances, community
presentations and the annual Tala Awards for the best parol lanterns.
This
year participating contingents who are vying for the Tala Awards are
expected to incorporate the theme - Pagasa/Hope - Bright Visions for our
Future - in the design of their parol lanterns and presentation in
conjunction with the unveiling of the SoMa Pilipinas, a Filipino Social
Heritage Special Use District in San Francisco.
WHEN
Saturday, December 10, 2011
5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
WHERE:
Parade will begin at Yerba Buena Lane and end in at Jessie Square and/or St. Patrick's Church in San Francisco.
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Everyday Hep B Heroes 2012 Calendar Launch Party
Hep
B Heroes are amongst us and they are making a difference in the
hepatitis B free movement in their daily lives. Come celebrate the
launch of the 2nd annual Hep B Free Calendar
entitled "Everyday Hep B Heroes" which celebrates 12 remarkable Asian
Americans of Cambodian, Chinese, Filipino, Korean, Japanese, and
Vietnamese descent that are all raising public awareness for Hepatitis
B.
WHAT:
Hep B Calendar Launch Party in conjunction with Assemblywoman Fiona Ma's Holiday Open House
WHERE:
Office of Assemblywoman Fiona Ma, 12th District
455 Golden Gate Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94102
WHEN:
Friday, December 16, 2011
3-5pm
RSVP
http://2012calendarlaunchparty.eventbrite.com/
BUY YOUR CALENDAR TODAY:
Calendars
cost $10 each, plus $3 for shipping and handling. All proceeds will go
towards ending hepatitis B disease and liver cancer. To purchase a
calendar, contact Carrolyn Kubota at (415) 373-4003,
ckubota@awfoundation.com or visit http://sfhepbfree.org/calendar.
THANK YOU TO OUR CALENDAR SPONSORS:
Chinese Hospital, Subaru of America, California Pacific Medical Center, and Stephen Ng
The AsianWeek Foundation and San Francisco Hep B Free produced the calendar, which was shot by L.A.-based photographer Shane Sato.
Make up and hair was provided by Erika Jeziel Eugenio, Flor Corral,
Jennifer Toy, and Timothy Perkins while Al Perez provided the creative
design for the project.
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"Tip an Islander" Holiday Happy Hour Fundraiser 
Holiday
mixer and fundraiser. All tips and donations collected will benefit
Pacific Islander Club and their programs - including supporting the
education of their students.
WHAT:
"Tip an Islander" Holiday Happy Hour Fundraiser
WHERE:
Mink Bar
6192 Mission St.
Daly City, CA
WHEN:
Friday, December 16, 2011
5-9pm
COST+RSVP
Suggested $10 donation
http://tipanislander.eventbrite.com/
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Open Call for Asian Heritage Street Celebration Poster Contest Entries!  | | 2011 winning artwork by Minh Tranh and Virgilio Leynes, Jr. |
The
Asian Heritage Street Celebration is hosting its annual poster contest
in partnership with the Asian American Women Artists Association, Asian
Art Museum, Center for Asian American Media, and Kearny Street Workshop.
Graphic artists are sought to create an exciting image to become part
of the personality for the 8th Annual Asian Heritage Street Celebration
to be held on Saturday May 19, 2012 in front of the Asian Art Museum,
leading up to the Little Saigon District. The
winning artwork will be featured in a wide-scale multi-media marketing
campaign in both the mainstream and Asian Pacific markets in a
combination of posters, postcards, Muni bus ads, BART banners, bus
shelters, newspaper ads and in a TV commercial. The winner will also
earn a $500 grand prize. All entries will be posted at www.asianfairsf.com. Deadline for submissions is Friday, January 6, 2012. Entries should be submitted online here: For rules and a look at all the previous winning entries, visit: |
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