Past Events - 2017
December 2017
Hosted by: San Diego Chinese American Science and Engineering Association (SDCASEA)
Description: SDCASEA will collaborate with the Institute of Engineering in Medicine (IEM) at UCSD, and the Center for Human Dynamics in the Mobile Age (HDMA) at SDSU to host the “Big Data Enabling Technologies and Applications” symposium and to introduce the state-of-the-art knowledge and developments of the Big Data applications to the general public, scientific, and industrial communities among Southern California.
Free Registration. RSVP required before 11/27. Registration Website:
SDCASEA will provide free lunch boxes and secret souvenirs.
For Detail Agenda and Speaker Biographies:
SDCASEA Big Data Enabling Technologies and Applications Symposium
2 December (Sat)
9:00am - 4:00pm
Sanford Consortium (SCRM).
2880 Torrey Pines Scenic Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037
RSVP
Hosted by: TJC 台美青商 - Los Angeles
Description: Please join us for our 2017 annual banquet that will be taking place on Saturday, December 2nd at the Millennium Biltmore Los Angeles!
This occasion is a celebration of all our members, sponsors and friends who have been an integral part of the success of our organization this past year. We can't wait to celebrate with you all! We have an exciting lineup of performances, speeches, and did we mention open bar? Check-in starts at 10:00am.
Early Bird prices end Sunday, November 12th.
RSVP and Tickets: Eventbrite Event Page
TJC in La La Land: 2017 Annual Banquet
2 December (Sat)
11:00am - 3:00pm
Millennium Biltmore Hotel Los Angeles
506 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90071
Tickets
Hosted by: TAP-OC
Description: Irvine Animal Center has been hosting its Home for Holidays adoption fair every year and this year we would like to invite you to help out and check out the cute rescued animals! (Dinner together afterwards!)
Please RSVP at below link by 11/20. We will send out an email to you for the details. If you have any questions, please contact us at tina.lee@tap-oc.org
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf27FStOijTZoWA30l2LOBVNo4iGCD8XWbwGgvpnB-EQpeQkA/viewform
TAP OC: Volunteers Needed at Pet Adoption Fair
9 December (Sat)
10:00am - 12:00pm
Irvine Animal Care Center
6443 Oak Canyon, Irvine, CA 92618
FREE to public
Hosted by: TAP-OC
Description: We'll be wrapping Christmas gifts for for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and their families in Partnership with Bank of America's Asian Leadership Network for the Center For Pacific Asian Families (CPAF).
Thank you for your commitment to making a difference in the community.
We will be joined by volunteers from other organizations as well!
NAAAP OC Gives Back! Holiday Gift Wrapping!
Hosted by: TAP-LA, n3xt con, NAAAP-LA
Description: Join us for our Annual TAP-LA Holiday Charity Mixer at The Slipper Clutch above Bar Clacson in Downtown LA! This will the the last TAPpy Hour for the year, so please come out to meet and network with TAP, NAAAP-LA, and n3xt con friends!
*TAP-LA will be donating all ticket proceeds to the Red Cross San Gabriel Chapter to support relief efforts of the recent wildfires across Southern California.*
Hooch app is offering one free drink when you download their app Hooch. Use promo code “free” for $1 for the first month and 1 free drink- a day at participating bars.
For questions and inquires, please contact Grace Chen at grace.chen@tap-la.org.
Tickets $18: Eventbrite
TAP-LA Annual Holiday Charity Mixer
9 December (Sat)
7:30pm -10:30pm
The Slippery Clutch
351 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, California 90013
Tickets
Hosted by: TAP-OC
Description: 'Tis the season to gather together and celebrate the holidays! As we take a look back at what a year 2017 has been for us, we can't wait to share with you what exciting plans we have in store for 2018. Join us at the cozy Fireside Patio in Eats Kitchen & Bar for the last event of the year and mingle with friends - both old and new! The restaurant has also agreed to kindly donate a part of the proceeds back to TAP-OC programs!
Your ticket will cover a buffet-style selection of food as well as the option to purchase discounted drink tickets:
>> Pre-sale (till 12/12): $20
>> At-the-Door Ticket: $22
Please Venmo us at TAP-OC (https://venmo.com/TAP-OC) and include the name(s) you'd like to RSVP. Parking will be located at Hotel Irvine - so be sure to bring your ticket to get it validated.
If you have any other questions, feel free to email amanda.ni@tap-oc.org or tiffany.yang@tap-oc.org. Thank you and see everyone soon!
TAP OC: Holiday TAPpy Hour Social
13 December (Wed)
6:00pm - 10:00pm
Eats Kitchen & Bar
17900 Jamboree Rd, Irvine, California 92614
Tickets
Hosted by: Orange County Food Bank
Description: Orange County has a lot of residents living under California poverty line. There are large families living in small apartments, parents working long hours, and children left home hungry. In this event, we will work with Orange County Food Bank in Garden Grove to pack food for seniors and children of low income families.
For more information about Orange County Food Bank, please click the following link:
Orange County Food Bank: www.ocfoodbank.org
If you have any question, please kindly contact Wilson (Wilson's Line: wilson8816), thank you very much!
Christmas Foodbank Warehouse Packaging in Orange County
16 December (Sat)
9:45am - 12:00pm
Orange County Food Bank
11870 Monarch St, Garden Grove, CA 92841
FREE to public
Hosted by: NATEA
Description: Join the North America Taiwanese Engineering & Science Association for their 2017 Annual Meeting!
Space is limited! Register it now!
Member / spouse: USD$10
Non-Member: USD$20
Join member now @ http://www.natea.org/sv/
2017 NATEA Annual Meeting
17 December (Sun)
6:00pm - 9:30pm
China Stix Restaurant
2110 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, California 95050
Tickets
Hosted by: NAAAP-OC
Description: This holiday season, NAAAP-OC is hosting an intimate, festive get together. Members and non-members alike are welcome! Come to mix, mingle, and jingle, with all of us at NAAAP-OC. *** 21+ only event. ***
Join us for a "white panda" gift exchange! (same thing as a white elephant but white panda just sounds more festive)
Gift requirements -
1. Wrapped
2. Minimum $15
3. Maximum $25
Additionally, bring your favorite bottle of wine or beverage to share with everyone!
https://www.whiteelephantrules.com/
NAAAP-OC White Panda Gift Exchange & Wine Tasting
November 2017
Hosted by: Taipei Symphony Orchestra
Description: For the first time in 26 years, Taipei Symphony Orchestra will be performing once again in the United States. Led by Principal Conductor Gilbert Varga, TSO will be performing at San Diego Jacobs Music Center’s Copley Symphony Hall on November 4th. Not only will referring determiner Taiwanese violinist Paul Huang, winner of the 2017 Lincoln Center Award for Emerging Artists, be presenting classic concerto to music lovers, TSO has also specially commissioned Professor Ching-Wen Chao, Ph.D. in Composition at Stanford University, to compose work Reminiscences from Faraway Islands. Dr. Ching-Wen Chao’s work stages the creativity, natural environment, and cultural vitality of Taiwan to the world through the philosophy of contemporary music.
北市交TSO是臺北歷史最悠久的交響樂團，擁有近50年的歷史，由臺灣最優異的音樂家所組成，歷年在德國、法國、奧地利、日本、上海、法國、菲律賓等國家演出，頗受國際好評。睽違26年之久，北市交TSO再次來到美國跟觀眾朋友見面！ 由匈牙利籍的首席指揮 Gilbert Varga領軍，與今年獲得「林肯表演藝術中心新銳藝術家獎」(Lincoln Center Award For Emerging Artists) 的27歲臺灣小提琴家黃俊文(Paul Huang) 攜手演出德佛乍克小提琴協奏曲。 同時，TSO也委託史丹佛大學作曲博士趙菁文教授創作《來自遠方的島嶼記憶》，以當代音樂思維將臺灣的自然與人文為音樂會破題，將臺灣的創作能量帶向國際。TSO希望透過音樂會，為臺北市 與 聖地牙哥以文化交流建立起友誼的橋樑。
Purchase Tickets through TicketMaster
Taipei Symphony Orchestra U.S. Tour Concert 臺北市立交響樂團
4 November (Sat)
7:30pm
Jacobs Music Center's Copley Symphony Hall
750 B St., San Diego, CA 92101
Tickets
Hosted by: TJCLA
Description:
Part I 認識Wedding Photography, 如何幫自己選擇最適合的攝影師
1) 婚攝經驗談
2) 婚紗 vs. 婚禮記錄. 哪裡不同？
3) 辨識攝影風格
4) 透視門面與包裝, 如何挑選最適合自己需求的攝影師
Part II 初學攝影講座:
想要在攝影上更精進嗎？砍掉重練!! 重新踏出正確的第一步, 頭也不回的走出屬於自己的攝影之路
1) 得獎作品分享
2) 一切從思維開始, 如何成為一個更好的攝影師
3) 如何尋找靈感
**Limited 20 spots, please RSVP** **限20位，先預約先贏！**
TJCLA member: Free
Not a member yet: $10
Workshop + 12/2 Annual Banquet: $50 ($79 value)
RSVP: https://goo.gl/qtF2DR
TJCLA: Find Your Perfect Wedding Photographer & Photo Creative Concepts
Description: Learn Fan Making, Chinese Painting, and Taiwanese Bamboo Dragonfly Helicopters from Professor Chao at Chapman University! Chapman University faculty, students and staff members are invited to attend hands-on workshops to enhance your understanding of Chinese language and Taiwanese culture through our fun culture event!
Admission is free and teaching materials are included! So feel free to bring your friends to enjoy this fun activity! Pre-registration is required. Delicious Taiwanese snack and bread from 85 degree C Bakery are provided!
Email Professor Chao for details: chao@chapman.edu
RSVP: https://goo.gl/4NTpEY
Traditional Arts of Taiwan Workshop
10 November (Fri)
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beckman Hall 404 - George Bush Conference Center
FREE, RSVP
Hosted by: Global Education, Chapman Chinese Program, TECO, 85 Degrees C Bakery
Hosted by: The Hotel Indigo, The Orange Club
Description: The Hotel Indigo Anaheim is hosting a reception honoring the Orange County District Attorney, Tony Rackauckas at their newly remodeled hotel.
Video 1 | Video 2 | Video 3 | Video 4
The Hotel Indigo Anaheim Reception
11 November (Sat)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
The Hotel Indigo Anaheim
435 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92802
Open to public
Description: Join the Orange County Taiwanese Association for a fun 2-day travel to Santa Barbara! Destinations include The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Madonna Inn, Guadalupe Dunes, Oso Flaco Lake, and more! Please see the flyer for additional information.
Please RSVP by Sunday 11/3/2017.
OCTA Santa Barbara Travel
海天一色逍遥二日遊
11-12 November
Santa Barbara
Tickets
Hosted by: Orange County Taiwanese Association
Hosted by: World Journal LA
Description: Did you know Boba Milk Tea was invented in Taiwan? Taiwanese style night market has been famous around the world for years. Now World Journal brings you the most authentic Taiwan Night Market experience!!
Over 100 booths of authentic Taiwanese night market gourmet ranging from oyster pancakes, pork sausages, squid noodles, stewed pork rice, gigantic chicken steaks, to snowflake ice, and of course boba milk tea!
Come experience the night market brought to you by the largest Chinese media in the USA. We came from Taiwan, we know night market!
Free admission to all!!!
台灣夜市空降洛杉磯！！！！！波霸奶茶、台灣雞排、蚵仔煎、百里香、烤魷魚、香煎龍蝦、章魚小丸子、銅鑼燒、雪花冰……美食當前，誰願錯過？？！！現場還有台灣辦桌，將濃郁的台灣夜市氛圍帶至洛杉磯，邊吃邊觀賞舞台節目，說學逗唱、吹拉彈唱、讓大家吃得開懷，笑得歡暢~~不論是去過台灣，還是沒去過台灣的，都能享受到台灣夜市的饕餮盛宴！
免費入場！！！
台灣夜市 Taiwan Night Market
Description: Dr. Matt Yang will be speaking on how to exercise to prevent illness and pain! Topics include: bad posture, spinal injuries, symptoms and side effects, how to exercise to improve spinal health, changes in lifestyle habits, and diet and nutrition. Admission is FREE, everyone is welcome! Snacks will be provided. After the seminar, there will be a mixer.
Contact: President Minnie Chiu: (714) 928-6590
OCCNOC Spinal Health Seminar
12 November (Sun)
2:00pm - 6:00pm
CCTECO in Santa Ana
2901 W. MacArthur Blvd. #115, Santa Ana, CA 92704
FREE to public
Hosted by: Overseas Community Care Network of Orange County
Hosted by: TAP-OC, OCTW
Description: The holiday season is around the corner! While it’s a joyous time for most, it's a time of stress and anxiety for the struggling family. TAP-OC and OCTW would like to invite you to join us and support Samaritan’s Purses’s “Operation Christmas Child” project - allowing the children who are suffering from war, poverty, natural disaster and disease to be able to experience the joy and excitement of receiving the toys in their dreams.
On Saturday, Nov. 18, please bring a shoebox of toy(s) along with love and blessings to the feast that will be prepared for you.
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For those who donate a shoebox of toys, please also include $9 that will help Samaritan's Purse's shipment to overseas countries.
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For those without a toy donation, the admission fee will be $20 per person.
RSVP with the Google sheet by Thursday, Nov. 16:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQnQS7ZYkR8E3dQ8Np6svZfRrhTY7jRFzMFbrct8PwxHyJyQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1
Contact: tina.lee@tap-oc.org
Friendsgiving x Toy Drive Luncheon
18 November (Sat)
11:00am - 2:00pm
CCTECO in Santa Ana
2901 W. MacArthur Blvd. #115, Santa Ana, CA 92704
Open to public
Hosted by: TCCOC, TMDAOC, OCCACC, CALCOC, OCTA
Description: Are you ready for Orange County's largest Karaoke competition? This year, TCCOC, TMDAOC, OCCACC, CALCOC, and OCTA are celebrating Thanksgiving with a red/white karaoke contest. Come support your friends and family! Tickets are $70 per person (VIP $100 per person).
For Tickets, please contact:
TCCOC (714) 366-5585
TMDAOC (714) 457-5966
OCCACC (949) 331-2951
CALCOC (714) 458-5168
OCTA (714) 655-6298
***Special Offer for FREE TICKETS***
The Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce in Orange County (TCCOC) is offering FREE tickets to qualifying people ages 21-40 with an entrepreneurial or business background. Tickets are limited!
For more information, please contact Wendy Hu:
(714) 600-9511
2017 Orange County Thanksgiving Dinner & Karaoke Competition
感恩節餐舞會及卡拉 0K 紅白對抗賽
24 November (Fri)
6:00pm - 10:00pm
Irvine Marriott Hotel
18000 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, CA 92612
Tickets
October 2017
Hosted by: OCAC
Description: 僑務委員會為鼓勵海外僑胞經由報導僑界新聞，為僑社建構共同記憶，特別舉辦「2017僑務電子報徵文比賽」，總獎額高達新臺幣40萬元。僑委會即日起受理稿件，投稿截止日期為10月20日，歡迎海外僑胞把握機會，踴躍投稿。
徵文比賽分「僑社」與「雙十國慶」兩組進行，其中「僑社組」以報導海外僑社本年舉辦之活動、發生的事件或僑胞故事等值得分享之經驗及事實為主；「雙十國慶組」則記錄海外僑社或臺灣本年辦理雙十國慶活動的成果或個人感想。兩組獎項均包括特優1名（獎金新臺幣5萬元，折合美金約1,660元）、優等3名（獎金新臺幣3萬元）及佳作6名（獎金新臺幣1萬元）。
凡支持中華民國、自由臺灣者均可參加這項比賽，投稿辦法請詳「僑務電子報」（ocacnews.net），任何問題歡迎洽詢ocac19@ocac.gov.tw。
More information: http://ocacnews.net/overseascommunity/article/article_story.jsp?main=249&sub=74&third=0&id=223239
2017 Overseas Chinese Newsletter Essay Contest
《2017僑務電子報徵文比賽 歡迎投稿參加》
15 September 2017 -
20 October 2017
Hosted by: OCAC, Chio-Tian Folk Drums & Arts Troupe
Description: Join the Chio-Tian Folk Drums & Arts Troupe in San Diego as they celebrate the Double 10 National Day!
本年國慶文化訪問團共計安排14場次表演以宣慰僑胞，首站於9月8日至南加州河濱縣演出，再專程訪問尼加拉瓜、薩爾瓦多等中美洲友邦，緊接馬不停蹄到紐約、多倫多及溫哥華等美加地區城市巡演，最後一站飛抵聖地牙哥，當地僑胞格外顯得興奮。
目前橙僑中心有二十張十元的票，僑胞可以到聖地牙哥玩一天，晚上再去看臺灣有名的九天藝術表演秀哦！
需要票的朋友，請快點打電話到中心索票～
Chio-Tian Folk Drums & Arts Troupe Double Ten Celebration 國慶文化訪問團九天民俗技藝
Hosted by: 加州台灣同鄉聯誼會
Description: Celebrate the National Day with a flag-raising ceremony in Barnes Park!
加州台灣同鄉聯誼會將於10月7日（星期六）上午9時在蒙特利公園市巴恩斯公園舉行升旗典禮。
加州台灣同鄉聯誼會連續39年來舉行升旗儀式，並安排介壽號飛機進行空中分列式，增添歡慶中華民國生日的氣氛。
今年參加升旗儀式的僑團與僑胞數將更勝以往，展現海外僑胞齊心支持中華民國。每年國慶升旗典禮是動員社團人力物力最多的活動，在青天白日滿地紅國旗冉冉升空的同時，也凝聚僑胞的向心。
主辦單位今年亦循往例安排介壽號飛機飛越會場，準備伴手禮發給參與僑胞，並備有洛杉磯往返台北機票之抽獎活動。
National Day Celebration in Monterey Park
蒙特利公園市106年雙十國慶升旗典禮
7 October (Sat)
9:00am - 12:00pm
Barnes Park
350 S McPherrin Ave, Monterey Park, CA 91754
FREE to public
Hosted by: TACCLA, CCBA
Description: TACCLA together with CCBA, we are co-hosting this year's ROC National Day celebration event on 10/07. Please help us to spread out the great news and hope to see you and your family and friends there!
中華民國106年雙十國慶綜藝晚會將於10月7日星期六晚上6:00在San Gabriel Mission Playhouse (320 S. Mission Drive, San Gabriel, CA 91776)隆重演出. 今年的綜藝晚會由羅省中華會館及洛杉磯台美商會主辦，由吳東昇名譽會長擔任節目總策劃，特別邀請寶島歌王葉啟田、小鄧麗君林吉玲、民歌王子江文山、紐約搖滾天王James、伊凰Yvonne、Sabrina Huang等著名藝人來洛杉磯演出。
票價分為$100、$50、$20。購票請洽曹美琴 626-288-6208;
黃美霞 626-823-8213; 戴智信 626-233-4133; 溫玉玲 626-236-8559; 謝傳佐 562-682-0351！
Celebration of the National Day
慶祝中華民國106年雙十國慶綜藝晚會
Hosted by: TJC 台美青商 - Los Angeles
Description: 由哩程轉換專家和知名部落客, 教大家用"最低的成本"和"最簡單的方法"獲取航空里程或升等!
內容將包括:
- Credit Cards 你不能不知的好用信用卡
- Airlines 航空:
How to take advantage of different airlines alliance?
如何善用航空公司間的聯盟關係有效積里程, 換里程
- Hotels 旅館/住宿:
How to find good places to stay when traveling to Taiwan, Japan, Korean, mainland China?
去台灣, 日本, 韓國, 中國大陸, 如何找到舒服又cp值高的住宿?
... and more! 還有更多!
RSVP and Tickets: Eventbrite Event Page
How to Make the Most of Your Credit Card Points 信用卡與里程換換換!
Hosted by: TAP-SD
Description: The least tern nests on sandy beaches along the southern coasts of the United States. However, their population is endangered due to human impact and invasive plants on their nesting areas. TAP-SD will volunteer with San Diego Auburn Club and help weed and remove invasive plants at the least tern nesting area in North Fiesta Island. San Diego Aububon Society will provide all supplies as well as water, sunscreen and snacks. Come out and help these tiny birds!
No open toe shoes and please wear long pants. We will have lunch together after the event.
This event is free. To confirm your spot, please hit "Going"!
Meet up location will be updated prior to the event.
If you have any questions, please reach out to our event lead:
Karen Hsu (karen.hsu@tap-sd.org)
15 October (Sun)
9:30am - 12:30pm
Fiesta Island
1590 E Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, California 92109
FREE to public, RSVP
TAP SD: Least Tern Habitat Restoration
Hosted by: TAP-OC
Description: It's time to ring in the holiday season with a thrilling visit to one of Southern California's scariest Halloween attractions! On Thursday, October 19th, join TAP-OC as we brave our way through the chilling scenes at The 17th Door.
Tickets are $22. You may pre-purchase here: http://the17thdoor.com/october-19-tickets/
**8-9PM tickets**
TAP OC - Halloween Haunt at the 17th Door
Hosted by: Tzu Chi
Description: Currently,1 in 7 people in Los Angeles experiences hunger. Fight hunger with us by giving just a little bit of your time.
Please join us on our Community Impact Project with the
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.
We will volunteer at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank assembling food packages full of nutritious food for over 26,000 women with infants, children, and seniors in Los Angeles County. The food packages consist of food items like canned fruit, canned vegetables, rice, cereal and other non-perishable food items.
Sign-up now using the links & password below.
Password: Tzu1021
(case sensitive)
Event Sign Up Link
Notes: Minimum age requirement is 14; NO exceptions
All volunteers must wear closed-toe/closed-heel shoes
Parking is available on site, but carpooling is recommended. Parking lot is stack parked and there is no early exit. If you need to leave early, please find parking on the street.
Contact: Wilson through Line: wilson8816
21 October (Sat)
8:30am - 12:00pm
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
6055 E. Randolph Street Commerce, CA 90040
FREE to public
Foodbank Warehouse Packaging at LA Foodbank in City of Commerce
Hosted by: TAP-LA
Description: JOIN us for our 2017 TAP-LA Gala and come celebrate the culmination another incredible TAP year at Downtown Los Angeles's newest premier venue - The Intercontinental Hotel!
The evening will feature performances by talented Taiwanese American Artists, a ceremony honoring outstanding individuals in our community, great food, an open bar, and the introduction of our NEW 2017-2018 TAP-LA officers!
Eventbrite Event Page
For questions, please e-mail us at info@tap-la.org or message us on facebook.
21 October (Sat)
6:00pm - 11:00pm
InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown
900 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Tickets
TAP-LA 2017 Annual Gala
Hosted by: TAP-OC
Description: Get into the spirit of the fall season and join TAP-OC in this Pumpkin Patch adventure! There will be fun activities like going on a wagon ride, feeding alpacas and goats in the petting zoo, exploring the corn maze, picking pumpkins and vegetables in addition to games, delicious eats, watching the pumpkin cannon, and even a Sanrio costume contest!
The Pumpkin Fun Package ($10) includes admission, the petting zoo and a wagon ride. Upon entry, you'll have the opportunity to snap some selfies with popular characters such as Chococat, My Melody, Pochacco, and the famous Hello Kitty and Keroppi!
If you have any questions, feel free to email :