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500-Day Countdown to 2008 Olympic Games

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The Amazin’ Story of Lethi

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We’re excited to welcome April with a brand new issue of all the latest in Asian American culture, lifestyle and events, from all corners of Asia to Central Florida!

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Our cover story takes you straight to the excitement in the bustling city of Beijing, China, in their celebration of the 500-Day Countdown to the 2008 Olympic Games. We also take a look at the unique traditions behind the Japanese wedding, and take flight to the scenic beauties of Hawaii, its culture and people, and show you why this island destination has today become a travel gem.

More locally, we explore the Asian American discipline and talents behind the Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra, bring you a business exclusive on the essence of entrepreneurial leadership in your Asian community, plus, a preview of Asian Heritage Month coming up in May! Be sure to check out the Life in Style section for a 411 on all the hottest consumer brand names across Asian markets, as well as a quick guide to fab tresses for the Spring season.

Everyone here at Asia Trend is committed to keeping you informed on the latest in the Asian American lifestyle in your area, with in-depth information on a wide variety of topics.

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Music is a universal language which transcends boundaries and brings people together, regardless of age, race and interest.

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The Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra (FSYO), founded in 1957, provides an extraordinary musical experience for Central Florida’s youth, from third grade to second year college students. The FSYO is made up of five ensembles which are the Symphonic Orchestra, Philharmonia Orchestra, Prelude Orchestra, Percussion and Flute Choir. All programs reflect a commitment to provide young musicians with the opportunity to strengthen their musical talents and develop an appreciation of the arts through classical music.

The FSYO celebrated their Golden Jubilee (50 Years) this year, with an evening of wonderful music on March 24th, 2007. Throughout the evening, attendees were entertained by a team of amazing, talented youth, who presented some all time favorite movie themes from Star Wars to Pirates of the Caribbean.

During the evening celebration, I had the opportunity to meet many talented Asian musicians. Among those, the sons of Mrs. Pauline Lau, Hans and Frank, both FSYO members, strongly encourage music training as the foundations of discipline, teamwork, and leadership skills development.

The elder of the brothers, Hans Lau, started violin training at the age of six. He is now Assistant Concertmaster at the Philharmonia Orchestra.

The FSYO has performed throughout Florida and the Southeast with many professional soloists, and was extremely proud to be one of six youth orchestras from across the United States, selected to participate in the prestigious National Youth Orchestra Festival, June 23rd to the 30th in Sarasota, Florida.

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The Amazin’ Story of Lethi  Interview By: Suzy Guttler

Growing up in Saigon, Vietnam, it was a long journey for Amazin’ Lethi, businesswomen and entertainment personality, to become the only Vietnamese artist that has crossed all cultural barriers and climbed to the top of the entertainment ladder across western markets.

Lethi shares her story in an inspirational one on one with Asia Trend.

Suzy: What were some of your ambitions as a child?

Lethi: I’ve always had big ambitions and dreams that broke the boundaries of the world that I came from. I wanted to somehow make an impact that defined my place in the world, which was noticeable on a global scale, and this was to have a career in the entertainment industry.

Suzy: How did you make your dreams happen? What were some of your challenges that held you back in fulfilling your dreams, and how did you overcome these?

Lethi: I truly believe that before you can make your dreams and goals physically happen you need to believe in yourself. I literally brainwashed my mind, I would sit for hours on end running my dreams over and over like a broken record. My greatest challenge was the lack of resources to make my dreams come true. But I’ve realised that with the strength of your dreams and the will power to succeed, anything can be achieved.

Suzy: What was your experience crossing the borders and taking your career to a western audience?

Lethi: I noticed that society was challenged by my unconventional approach to life and the fact that I was stepping outside the norm of what they envisioned as an Asian woman.

My life has always been about pushing the envelope and making those around me step outside their own boundaries. It seemed quite unusual for a young Asian woman to be heavily into bodybuilding and working in the entertainment industry. I may have climbed a big hill to get to where I am today, though the experience has been worth it. In today’s society, Asian women are more and more defining their place in society and I just hope to be one of those that helped create this positive impact.

Suzy: What are your thoughts on diversity and breaking the stereotypes of diversity?

Lethi: Diversity is crucial, particularly in the media in positively representing all sectors of society. Diversity builds tolerance, breaks down barriers and creates compassion for one another. That’s why it’s so important to have strong positive role models representing diversity in the media industry.

Suzy: Tell us a little bit more about your passion, and your profession today. What are some of your biggest, most exciting projects up to date?

Lethi: I have many passions, my career is just one of them. I’m very fortunate to be able to combine everything that I love in my life into my profession. My three most exciting projects have been my art that I’ve exhibited around the world, the charity work that I’m able to involve myself in and sharing my passion for fitness through my books.

Suzy: Are there any upcoming projects that fans should be looking out for?

Lethi: I’m currently involved in many different projects in the entertainment industry from film to TV. I have a new book coming out in June called ‘Free Weights Training.’

For further information on all my projects you can go to my website: www.amazinlethi.com or www.myspace.com/amazinlethifanprofile Suzy: Finally, a little inspiration to aspiring talent. What is the best advise you can share with our readers on breaking into the entertainment industry as an Asian American, and on breaking the stereotypes on Asians in America in general?

Lethi: I’ve been asked this question quite a lot considering my own uniqueness within the industry. Success comes from taking constant action to make your dreams a reality.

Don’t let anyone say you can’t because I can tell you now that behind every no there is a yes. Surround yourself in the Asian American community with those that have achieved success in the industry and ask lots of questions! I know this seems like common sense but so often we become too afraid in the company of those in the industry to ask questions or even approach to say hello. Everyone has five minutes to spare and everyone is approachable. Being true to who you are and by supporting our aspiring talent is the only way to break the stereotypes.

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ASIA NEWS

Medal with inlaid jade for

Beijing Olympic 2008

Winners at the 2008 Beijing Olympics will receive unique metal-jade combined medals with traditional Chinese characteristics.

The Beijing Organising Committee For The Games (BOCOG) unveiled the medal design at a ceremony held at the capital museum of China to mark the 500-day countdown for the world’s most prestigious sporting event.

The front of the medals follows the standard design set by the International Olympic Committee, while the back is inlaid with ‘Bi’ -- a Chinese traditional flat jade disc with a circular hole in the centre -- and includes a metal centrepiece engraved with the Beijing Olympic emblem.

The design of the medal hooks is derived from China’s traditional semi-circular jade ornament, and features a double dragon design and a grid pattern.

“Noble and elegant, the Beijing Olympic medal is a blending of traditional Chinese culture and the Olympism,” BOCOG Executive Vice President Jiang Xiaoyu said.

Created by a group formed by the China Central Academy of Fine Arts and the China Banknote Printing and Minting Corporation, the medal design was picked from 179 en-

tries that BOCOG received in a world-wide competition.

“I think the medals design is an image that is both immediately Chinese in its form and embodies the traditional style of the Olympic medal,” said the President of BHP Billiton China Clinton dines, the diversified minerals and medals sponsor of the 2008 games.

“It is a truly east-meets-west emblem of an event that embodies China’s economic and national achievements in recent years and emergence onto the global stage,” dines said. ATM

The medals are designed with inspiration from “bi”, China’s ancient jade piece inscribed with dragon pattern.

The design inspiration of the medal hook derives from jade “huang”, a ceremonial jade piece with decoration of double dragon pattern and “Pu”, the reed mat pattern.

Reverse side of the Medal and the Ribbon

Obverse side of the Medal and the Ribbon

500-Day Countdown to

2008 Olympic Games Begins The 500-day Countdown Clock, like its Mainland counterparts in Beijing and Qingdao, counts the days, hours, minutes, and seconds remaining until the opening ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics at 8:00 p.m. on August 8, 2008. ATM

Chinese students jumps for a photo in front of the Olympic countdown clock displaying 500 days to the Olympic Games in Tiananmen Square,Beijing March 26, 2007. A series of events are organized in China’s major cities to mark the 500-day countdown to the Beijing Olympics.

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There’s a brand-new outdoor rollercoaster attraction at Universal Studios Japan. The course is mainly like a camel’s back which is similar to a very basic rollercoaster. It starts with a twist-up, covered in a metallic tube and dashes from the entrance to the lagoon, viewing the park below. It’s a sensational feeling to fly at such a high speed over the sky while looking down the streets of stores and restaurants in the park, seeing the visitors so small below. It’s certainly a dreamy ride.

This might be Japan’s best ride since it gives you no unpleasant vibration.

Moreover, you can listen to music during the ride. You have five preset choices.

The speakers mounted at ear level provide enough volume. You will be satisfied with the midair drive complemented with pleasing music.

At night, sprinkled LEDs on the frame shines and looks like shooting stars. It is a new concept that not only the riders, but also the watchers can enjoy.

This rollercoaster is a well-balanced attraction as it brings a moderate thrill and preeminent exhilaration. This is not a family ride, yet not a scream machine. This can be an excellent coaster recommended by everyone for all people.

~ New Attraction at Universal Studios Japan ~  By Teri Mitchell

Evaluation

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Opened: 2007/3/9 Manufacturer: Bolliger & Mabillard Model: Mega Coaster The cost of construction: About 5 billion yen (approx. $50 M) Length: 1,267m Height: 44m

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The first drop is thrilling. The feeling of being drawn in the tail is also quite powerful.

It feels faster than the spec overall.

Exhilaration

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Smooth movement with lots of air time from start to finish. Open-air ride. It is the best domestic refreshing coaster. Including the location, it is perfect with five stars.

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Riding is comfortable. There is no sense of damage at all. It is the BMW of the coaster field.

Panda poop

mulled as raw material for paper

Researchers at a giant panda reserve in southern China are looking for paper mills to process their surplus of fiber-rich panda excrement into high quality paper.

Liao Jun, a researcher at the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Base in Sichuan province, said the idea came to them after a visit to Thailand last year where they

found paper made from elephant dung. They thought panda poop would produce an even finer quality paper, he said.

The base is currently in talks with several paper mills on how to turn the droppings of Jing Jing, Ke Bi, Ya Ya and dozens of other pandas at the base into reams of office paper and rolls of wrapping paper, said Liao.

They hope to have a product line available by next year, he said.

“We are not interested in doing this for the profits but to recycle the waste,” said Liao.

“It’s environmentally friendly. We can use the paper ourselves and also we can sell whatever is left over.”

Liao said he was not sure how much paper could be made from the some 2 tons of droppings

produced by the center’s 40 bamboo-fed pandas every day.

What about squeamish customers who might consider the paper unsanitary?

“People won’t find it gross at all,” Liao said. “They probably won’t even be able to tell it’s from panda poop.”

The Chiang Mai Zoo in northern Thailand already sells multicolored paper made from the excrement produced by its two resident pandas. Making paper there involves a daylong process of cleaning the feces, boiling it in a soda solution, bleaching it with chlorine and drying it under the sun. ATM

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The islands of Hawaii, overflowing with the scenic beauties of volcanoes , palm-fringed beaches , verdant valleys , glorious rainbows and awesome cliffs , hold some of the most spectacular sceneries on earth. With seven million tourists per year, including honeymooners from all over the world, frequent fliers cashing in their mileage, and almost two million Japanese visitors, the islands now seem like a gigantic theme park.  By Suzy Guttler

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was (and have been for the past ever) ready for this theme park.

Upon touchdown into the Honolulu international airport, my heart raced with excitement as I debarked the uneventful eight-hour flight into the paradise island that is Hawaii. After being hospitably “leied” by locals, my first impression was: We’re in Southeast Asia!

The Locale Hawaii has the nation’s highest percentage of Asian residents The earliest Asian immigrants, the Chinese, were superseded in number in 1900 by the Japanese, and the influx of Filipinos and other Pacific island peoples was largely a 20th-century phenomenon. Asian culture is prominent in modern Hawaii, and much of it came from the early immigrants. For the immigrants, the thought of being in an entirely new and different culture did not keep them from bringing a little of their lifestyles into their new home.

Today, around one-third are Caucasian, one-third Japanese and one-sixth Filipino, with 200,000 claiming at least some Hawaiian ancestry.

Best of the Islands Haleakala National Park Mount Haleakala is the world’s largest inactive volcano and the highest point on on the island of Maui, over 10,000 feet high, providing spectacular views of clouds and rainbows beneath. The National Park preserves the outstanding volcanic landscape of the upper slopes of Haleakala and protects the unique and fragile ecosystems of Kipahulu Valley’s tropical rainforest, the scenic pools along Oheo Gulch, and many rare and endangered species. This tropical playground is one of Maui’s favorite places to enjoy outdoor activities and adventures.

Haleakla National Park

Hanauma Bay Formed thousands of years ago by the flooding of a volcanic crater, this nearly circular bay is home to an amazingly diverse and abundant population of fish life. Hanauma Bay is one of the best and most popular snorkeling and swimming areas in the world, and is one of the few places in the world where you can literally swim with a school of fish.

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continue P.12 Waikiki Beach

Hawaiian for “Sprouting Water”, this beach is the tourism mecca on the island of Oahu.

The two mile stretch of white sand coast is fronted by hotels, restaurants, bars, high end specialty shops, souvenir outlets, and tourist facilities. The area is excellent for everything from swimming, surfing, boogie boarding, catamaran and outrigger canoe rides. In the evening, entertainment begins as street performers join the crowd, and hula dancers and live music light up the beach front.

Diamond Head Trail Located on the South-east Coast of O’ahu overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Diamond Head is one of the world’s most popular volcanic craters. A short hike leads to the edge of the crater’s rim, from which point both the city of Waikīkī and the Pacific Ocean can be seen in breathtaking detail.

USS Arizona Memorial

USS Arizona Memorial The USS Arizona Memorial is the final resting place for many of the battleship’s 1,177 crew members who lost their lives on December 7, 1941 during WWII. The national memorial commemorates the site where World War II began for the United States.

Chinatown Chinatown

Welcome to Chinatown Chinatown is Hawaii’s most exciting and mysterious neighborhood. The historic district is located in downtown Honolulu, and has long been a popular gathering place for kama`aina and visitors. As a gateway to Hawaii for many immigrants, Chinatown is a colorful and eclectic blend of Southeast Asian cultures.

Vietnamese, Laotian, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Filipino, Hawaiian, Korean and Caucasian merchants work harmoniously together, selling their wares and perpetuating respective cultural traditions. Daily, visitors and residents flock to Chinatown to buy fresh produce, fish, meat, manapua, candied fruits and vegetables, noodles, tea, duck eggs, char siu and other Asian delicacies. At noon, people in the downtown business community flock to the nearby area for dim sum, or lunch at one of the delicious and inexpensive specialty restaurants.

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What’s Happening The two biggest festivals are the Big Island’s week-long Merrie Monarch Festival honoring King David Kalakaua in April, and the statewide King Kamehameha events in June. These traditional feasts provide an opportunity to sample Hawaiian foods such as kalua pig - baked underground, local fish such as ono, ahi, mahi mahi and lomi-lomi (raw salmon), and poi - a paste made from mashed taro root. To add to the festivities, men and women dance the night away in the ancient art of hula.

Boarding pass stamped, baggage checked -- this chapter of my wonderful vacation slowly draws to an end. As I board my flight for the mainland (United States), I can only think of the wonderful memories I’ve had on the islands and the unwavering experiences on cultural diversity and unique traditions that is truly preserved on this tropical island destination.

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 By Master Kerby Kuek

Eyes are critical in Face reading. Eyes act as governor for our face.

EYES IN GENERAL Iris and pupil should be clearly defined.

Eyes that constantly move upward is an arrogant person Eyes that constantly move sideway or downward are hard to believe.

Eyes without ‘spirit’ are a worrying person.

Rooster and Rat shapes eyes are a robber!

Snake and Tiger shapes eyes are a killer!

Triangle shape eyes are a vindictive person!

Reddish eyes (whole) are a forceful killer!

Reddish eyes (partial) are a ‘broke’ person!

Reddish eyes (lines) are a person who is facing litigation problem!

Greenish eyes are a healthy person (fame more than fortune though) Eyes that in-line with ears height is a smart person (fame more than fortune) Blues eyes are bad in health!

EYES IN SPECIFIC DETAILS Eye accessing cues include movements of the eyes in certain directions, which indicate visual, auditory or kinesthetic thinking.

ACCESSING CUES (Age 35 to 40) These subtle behaviors indicate which representational system a person is using. Typical types of accessing cues include eye movements, voice tone and tempo, body posture, gestures and breathing patterns. Hence, a pattern is formed and results in a behavior.

Chinese Face Reading places a great deal of emphasis on a person’s eyes. The period of a person’s life journey that the eye governs is from age 35 to 40. According to the western scientific approach known as Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) a person’s eye movements can reflect his or her thoughts and confidence. Certain eye movements can access information, repressed emotion, or even provide clues as to whether a person is telling the truth or not. While NLP is recently quite well known in the West, this method was actually created by the Chinese some 3,000 years ago!

Eyes govern a person’s linguistic skills, senses, conscience, decisiveness, relationships with the opposite sex and self-esteem.

Persons with good eyes have better financial management skills, investment opportunities and relationship management expertise.

A good eye should have a firm and clear definition between the white of the eye and the iris.

Visual remembered: (eyes up to the right) seeing images of things seen before, as they were. Questions that usually elicit this kind of processing include: “What color is your father’s car?” or “What does your pantry look like?”

Visual constructed: (eyes up to the left) imagining images of things never seen before, or seeing things different than they were.

Questions to ask: “What would an orange hippopotamus with purple spots look like?”

Auditory remembered: (eyes to the right side) remembering sounds heard before. Ask, “What is the sound of your alarm clock?”

Auditory constructed: (eyes to the left side) hearing sounds never heard before. Ask, “What would the sound of clapping turning into the sound of birds singing sound like?”

Auditory digital: (eyes down to the right) talking to oneself. Ask, “Recite the Pledge of Allegiance internally.”

Kinesthetic: (Eyes down to the left) feeling emotions, tactile sensations (sense of touch), or proprioceptive feelings (feelings of muscle movement). Ask, “What does it feel like to be angry?” or “What is the feeling of touching a pine cone?”

High-spirited eyes The eyes look shiny and reflective. A person with such spirited eyes is decisive and proactive since he is firm and confident.

Low-spirited eyes Such eyes are indecisive, hesitant and passive since the person has low self-esteem.

Watery eyes Such eyes are said to attract the opposite sex or are constantly in relationship problems. The problem is that faced with too many choices, such a person might end up with nobody in the end.

Big/Round Eyes This refers to persons with big eyeballs (pupil plus iris). Such eyes are called child-eyes and persons with such eyes are naïve, curious and gullible. Such a person seldom pays much attention to details or fine work, is often careless, and will not keep secrets.

Small Eyes Persons with small eyes pay attention to details and are able to keep secrets. Males with long and small eyes are able to have beautiful wives according to these readings. The weaknesses of small eyes are that at times such a person is narrow-minded and vindictive.

Persons with small yet firm eyes are normally sharp in the investments arena and occasionally hold important positions in organizations.

(To be continued…)

Master Kerby Kuek Email: info@misterfengshui.com Magazine Online at www.asiatrendmagazine.com

16 CULTURE ASIA

JingDeZhen

the world-famed ceramic

Whenever people speak of “JingDeZhen”, they will think of its exquisite and noted porcelain wares.

JingDeZhen ceramics has a long history of more than 2000 years. As early as the Warring State Period, pottery was started in JingDeZhen. In the Tang Dynasty, its porcelain industry began to take shape. In the 1st year of the Northern Song Dynasty, the emperor Song Zhenzong appreciated the porcelain for the royal use so much that it was renamed JingDeZhen (Jingde Town).

Jingde was the name of the reign in the Northern Song Dynasty. Then, Emperors through the dynasties afterwards established “Imperial Kiln” or “Official Kiln” in JingDeZhen to specially make porcelain for royal use or for diplomatic gift. JingDeZhen was one of the Four Major Towns in Ancient China. It is the birthplace of Chinese porcelain industry, and it dominates the highlight of ceramic arts kingdom in the ceramic historical development.

The reason why JingDeZhen enjoys such a high reputation is because its porcelain is characterized by the terms of “as white as jade, as thins as paper, as bright as mirror and as resonant as chime”. JingDeZhen traditional porcelain including blue and white, rice pattern, famille rose, color glazed ware and porcelain sculpture has elegant shape and rich decoration, which fully reflect the profound meaning of Chinese people.

JingDeZhen porcelain is treasured as the bright pearl of human art palace. As early as 17th century, the European imperial palace was proud of the collection of JingDeZhen porcelain wares.

Jingdezhen, as a gift of the nature, has contributed various ceramic cultures with thousands of year’s history to the world people in the past 20 centuries. The world will understand China right start from the understanding of JingDeZhen porcelain.

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2. Coat the fillets with corn starch and pan fry on medium heat for 5-7 minutes until they are done and are a golden color on both sides.

3. Put the fillets on your serving dish.

4. In a saucepan, heat up the cream corn until it starts to boil.

5. Stir in beaten egg.

6. Pour sauce over fish.

17 ASIA KITCHEN Mrs. Lau’s profile: Mrs. Lau was born in Hong Kong. She moved to Orlando in 1997. Since she lives with her American son-in-law, she has to cook dishes that appeal to both Chinese and American tastes.

This recipe is one of her son-in-law’s favorites. If you are interested in seeing more of her easy meals, please send us an email.

Tips from Mrs. Lau: Americans like big chunks of meat and lots of potatoes.

Editor’s note: You can purchase most of the ingredients from Asian grocery store such as the 1st Oriental Supermarket.

Tips from Mrs. Lau: This dish goes good with steamed white rice.

Kids love it because of the sweet sauce.

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Herbal Tea Herbal tea has been imbibed nearly as long as written history extends. Also known as a tisane or herbal infusion, an herbal tea is simply the combination of boiling water and dried fruit, flower or herb. Documents have been recovered dating back to as early as Ancient Egypt that discuss the enjoyment and uses of herbal tea.

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Bring water to a boil and pour over tea.

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Thai iced tea is a drink made from a native-grown red-leaf tea spiced with star anise, cinnamon, and vanilla, brewed, sweetened, and served over ice with several tablespoons of evaporated milk poured on top. Evaporated milk is generally poured over the tea and ice before serving--it is never mixed prior to serving--to add taste and creamy appearance. It is popular in Southeast Asia and in many Thai Restaurants in America.

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Traditional

Japanese Wedding Costumes

~ from the age of Bushi rule  By Teri Mitchell

Bunkin-Takashimada and Tsuno-Kakushi

1. Hakoseko and 2. Kaiken

Obi There are several ways of tying Obi for the bride. This style is called Tateya.

Shinto Traditional Japanese Wedding Ceremony The traditional Japanese wedding ceremony is held in a Shinto shrine. Shinto wedding ceremonies are very private with only family and close friends in attendance. Traditional Japanese music consisting of flutes is performed by artists. The Japanese wedding ceremony is conducted by a Shinto priest who first begins by purifying the couple.

After the purification and vows are performed, the ancient wedding custom of sharing Sake called “San San Kudo” is performed.

After the wedding ceremony, the couple greets their guests at the large reception party where all their family, friends and coworkers are in attendance. ** Shinto is the predominant religion in Japan which means “the way of God”.

Japanese Bride & Wedding Kimono The bride wears the traditional white wedding Kimono called ShiroMuku. Shiro meaning white and Muku meaning pure. The wedding Kimono consists of two different Kimono. Shiro-Muku is worn for the wedding ceremony and colorful Iro-Uchikake is worn at the wedding reception. Iro-Uchikake originated in the Edo era and originally only worn by court nobles. It is made of silk and silk brocade. Rich in fine embroidered patterns, Iro-Uchikake is embellished with scenes of flowers, cranes, pines, flower carts or nature motifs. While red is the most popular color for Iro-Uchikake, there are many different colors available from a stunning imperial purple to sea green. The bridal Kimono is sometimes handed down in the family or made into futon bedding later in life. The bride’s hair is also styled in the traditional way called BunkinTakashimada and adorned with beautiful gold combs and accessories called Kanzashi. A white wedding hood called Tsuno-Kakushi is meant

to hide the bride’s two front golden ‘Tsuno’ (horns) during the wedding ceremony to symbolize obedience to her future husband.

The groom is dressed in a Montsuki Kimono with a short Haori overcoat bearing the family crest with pleated Hakama pants, holding Sue-hiro (Sensu folding fan) in his right hand.

There are traditional wedding accessories that are worn for tradition and are said to bring good luck. The bride carries a small purse style sack called Hakoseko and a small encased sword called Kaiken.

Hakoseko wraps a mirror, napkins and coins meaning that the bride should be careful about her appearance to stay beautiful. Kaiken is for her to protect herself in case of need. This is originated from Bushi families’ wedding style. Lastly, Sue-hiro is worn in the Obi belt, for tradition holds that the gradual widening of the open fan implies happiness and thus brings a happy future. ** Bushi are warriors who served the successive Shogun (12th - 19th century).

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A Piece of the Pie We often see discord and arguments in the world around us. The reason behind such strife is mostly due to people not getting a piece of the pie – not getting the benefits they feel they deserve. Whether it is bickering over party politics or with lifelong friends or it is relatives who turn into enemies over an inheritance, or if someone is at the brink of becoming wealthy, the desire to get a piece of the pie reveals the ugliness of human mentality. Everyone wants a bigger piece. Even children cry and throw tantrums when they do not get what they see as their piece of the pie.

Life with suffering and happiness Is full; Life with success and failure Is reasonable; Life with gain and Loss Is fair; Life is birth and death Is natural.

In today’s world, it may be easier for people to cooperate to overcome difficulties, but much more difficult to share wealth and prosperity. Problems arise from being unable to get a piece of the pie, and all kinds of hate and jealousy surface. In politics, when one party does not get the legislation or appropriations that they want, they seek revenge by becoming hostile or by erecting obstacles in others’ path. When a particular business does not benefit everyone who seeks its services, the excluded respond with criticism and negativity.

Yet, the truth is that no amount of jealousy or resentment will help those who feel shortchanged get what they think they were entitled to. In order to share the positive things in life, we must contribute and cooperate with others. When we all work hard together, we will naturally be included when it is time to harvest the benefits.

We should not always be thinking of sharing a piece of someone else’s hard-earned pie. We should instead be sharing our pie with them. It is a virtue when we are not jealous of what others have. When we do not get a share this time, we need not take it personally. There is always the future, and chances are the other person will remember our contribution. When the time is right, the other person may repay the favor many times in return.

In getting along with others, we should not be selfish and shortsighted. Our relationships with others should not be like buying and selling at the market place. Gains or losses are only temporary, but friendship and trust can last a long time. So why do we have to bicker over a piece of the pie?

Anyone who is truly capable will always think of how they can contribute, repay, and serve others. If we have always made good connections with others and supported them, when they accomplish success, they will naturally think of us to share the benefits.

Life’s difficulties lie in our own deficiencies and poverty in spirit. It is unrealistic to expect a piece of pie when we have been stingy in sharing what we have with others.

Before we ask the question, “Where is my share”? we better reconsider the question and first ask ourselves what we have given.  By Venerable Master Hsing Yun www.ibps.org/florida

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J.Club Tea Party

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The Japan oriented organization in town ‘J.Club’ had a relaxing and informative Sunday afternoon tea party recently. There were unique utensils placed on the table, such as a Japanese style tea pot with a very oriental looking picture on it, little cute Japanese tea cups and cylinder shaped tea container which is common in Japan.

The president Teri Mitchell shared some of her knowledge written in the Asia Trend Jan. 2007 issue (page 18) about green tea with the attendees. Everyone enjoyed Japanese green tea and some snacks while sharing Japan related information — the J.Club meeting’s agenda.

This time, something special was featured that was the ‘PLUS’ part. It was about a cutting-edge biotechnology ‘GlycoNutrients’. This is just amazing very natural vegetable based nutrients that help improving your physical condition. This has even saved so many lives.

There was a short yet professional presentation for GlycoNutrients, the attendees were very pleased to learn this biotechnology, and this introduction was all from Teri Mitchell’s philosophy ‘Wellness for Happiness’.

If you are interested in joining J.Club or you would like to know about GlycoNutrients, feel free to contact Teri Mitchell at 407.506.4816 / teri_mitchell@hotmail.com

Herbs Demystified

 By Stephenie Sasse and Kim Pham

In a recent charity event sponsored and hosted by Kaleisia Tea Lounge, Dr. Holly Phaneuf, professor, research chemist and author of Herbs Demystified, shared her extensive knowledge of the health benefits of tea in an interactive two-day workshop.

Throughout the event, Dr. Phaneuf cheerfully encouraged participants to ask questions about tea and other herbs and follow up afterwards through email. Dr. Phaneuf’s tireless energy and infectious enthusiasm, as well as her ability to describe complicated concepts in an easy to understand way, made the event greatly enjoyable for participants of all backgrounds. Courtesy of Barnes and Noble, copies of Herbs Demystified were available for purchase and signing. Revenues from the event was donated for the purpose of Tsunami Relief in Southeast Asia.

Important things that we learned from Dr. Phaneuf’s research is that tea is an herb that has many health benefits. According to Dr. Phaneuf, compounds such as tannins from tea help to relieve puffy eyes and treat diarrhea by forming a temporary protective barrier in your gut. There have been more than 80 animal studies that show tea protects against cancer. To learn more about tea and the health benefits of various herbs, we recommend picking up a copy of Herbs Demystified or visiting Dr. Phaneuf’s forum at www.herbsdemystified.com.

Kaleisia Tea Lounge offers many programs throughout the year. If you’re interested in learning more on the health benefits of tea and other holistic healing methods, please email info@ thetealounge.com for details on future events.

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22 HEALTH ASIA

What You Should Know About Statins

What Are Statins?

Statins are drugs taken to decrease cholesterol in the body.

Cholesterol is a type of lipid, a soft, fatlike substance that can accumulate on the walls of arteries, producing atherosclerotic plaque. Atherosclerotic plaque can clog the coronary arteries, and impede blood flow. Taking a statin, as prescribed by your doctor, will help you to lower the low-density-lipoprotein (LDL) level that is right for you. They are used to help prevent cardiac disease, leg artery blockages, and stroke. They will help reduce your risk of: • Developing angina (chest pain resulting from narrowed coronary arteries) • Having a heart attack or stroke (which may occur if clogged arteries prevent blood from reaching the heart muscle or brain tissue) • Experiencing sudden cardiac death Statins also slightly raise levels of high-density-lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol. Unlike LDL cholesterol, high levels of HDL cholesterol are protective. When statins are used properly and with diet and exercise, the quality and length of life can be significantly improved.

Statins are also referred to as HMG CoA reductase inhibitors.

Currently, in the United States the following six statin drugs are available: Lipitor (Atorvastatin) Lescol, Lescol XL (Fluvastatin) Mevacor, Altoprev [previously known as Altocor] (Lovastatin) Pravachol (Pravastatin)

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 Puxiao Cen, M.D. Crestor (Rosuvastatin) Zocor (Simvastatin) Statins are also combined with other drugs in the following products: Advicor (Lovastatin and niacin) Caduet (Atorvastatin and amlodipine) Pravigard PAC (Pravastatin and aspirin) Vytorin (Simvastatin and Zetia) Are Statins Safe?

Statins are generally safe and well tolerated by most people. The most common side effects include gas, headache, skin rash, and stomach discomfort. Often these side effects will go away without stopping your medication. Those side effects that do not go away on their own will usually stop with a change in dose or medication.

Any change in treatment should be discussed with your physician. If the side effects continue or become more troublesome, contact your healthcare professional.

More serious but less common side effects include liver problems and muscle pain. Your healthcare professional will monitor your liver chemistry periodically with a simple blood test. Additionally, if you notice yellowing in your eyes, dark urine, severe tiredness, or nausea, notify your healthcare professional immediately. In most cases, liver problems improve after stopping statin therapy. Muscle pain and tenderness are mostly transient or reversible; but it can be a sign of muscle damage that, if left untreated, may lead to kidney problems.

Notify your healthcare professional immediately if you experience unusual muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, particularly if it occurs with fever or profound tiredness.

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Asian American Chamber of Commerce

Induction of 2007

Board of Directors and Officers

March 30, 2007 - Citrus Club Downtown

Judi Lebredo, Nick Lebredo, Bert Dy-Liacco, Becky Szymanski and Rina Brothers

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It’s all about giving back to the community

AACC provides Asian Businesses an opportunity to network and exchange information.

For more information, please call 407-540-0707.

Becky Szymanski and Rahul V. Shah, M.D. Shally Wong, Armando Payas and Cindy Tran

Becky Szymanski and Gregory Maaswinkel, Esquire Legal Group

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Jan Stratton (VP Community & Diversity Relations, Universal Studios Orlando) welcomes the representatives from Asian American Chamber, Hispanic Chamber and African American Chamber Beacky Azymanski – President of Asian American Chamber Ramon Ojeda – President of Hispanic Chamber Paul Wyche – Chairman of African American Chamber

Shally Wong (Global Media), Becky Szymanski (Sunrise Lending), Greg Maaswinkel (Esquire Legal Group), Echo and Dr. Gary King (King Health Center)

Asian American Chamber of Commerce

at Universal

Studios “MARDI GRAS”

LET THE MUSIC MOVE YOU

Victor and Trudie Tan (CPH Engineers) Jerry Morter from Countrywide Home Loan

Ling Heung from Coldwell Banker

Cindy Tran (Payas Attorneys At Law), Melissa Mak (Eiffert & Associates, P.A.) and Shally Wong Pearly Chen representing Sun Trust Mortgage

Jon Lopez (Program Manager -Golf Channel), Kathryn Llamas and Michelle Llamas (Broker Agent Magazine)

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Entrepreneurial Leadership

The role of leadership in business is indisputable.

Great leaders create great businesses.  Compiled By Suzy Guttler

What are some leadership attributes necessary to achieve success in your organization and what does it take to be an effective business leader?

Over the past several years, one of the most important contributions psychology has made to the field of business has been in determining the key traits of acknowledged leaders. Psychological tests have been used to determine some of the most common characteristics among successful leaders.

Enthusiasm. Leaders are usually seen as active, expressive, and energetic. They are often very optimistic and open to change.

Overall, they are generally quick and alert and tend to be uninhibited.

Self-assurance. Self-confidence and resiliency are common traits among leaders.

They tend to be free of guilt and have little or no need for approval. They are generally secure and free from guilt and are usually unaffected by prior mistakes or failures.

Team Orientation. Business leaders today put a strong emphasis on team work.

Instead of promoting an adult/child relationship with their employees, leaders create an adult/adult relationship which fosters team cohesiveness.

Charisma. People usually perceive leaders as larger than life. Charisma plays a large part in this perception. Leaders who have charisma are able to arouse strong emotions in their employees by defining a vision which unites and captivates them. Using this vision, leaders motivate employees to reach toward a future goal by tying the goal to substantial personal rewards and values.

Empathy. Being able to “put yourself in the other person’s shoes” is a key trait of

leaders today. Without empathy, you can’t build trust. And without trust, you will never be able to get the best effort from your employees.

Scott Smigler, founder of million dollar music business, Exclusive Concepts Inc., a company that provides professional Web design and online marketing solutions to growing businesses shares some important lessons on being a leader in a start up business environment.

It’s all about perseverance. Implementing your dream is never as easy as you think it will be-it can take years to develop.

Make sure you’re organized and stay focused.

And understand that you can’t reach the highest levels of success without taking risks and maintaining the strength of mind needed to persevere through the difficult times.

Understand the value of mentorship and teamwork. A small company doesn’t have all the resources it will need internally. So it’s essential to have a network of advisors, mentors and other people who can help you work through the problems you encounter-whether those problems are related to finances, marketing, management.

Communication is key. Clear communication is of utmost importance in business management. Keep it simple and concise; to make sure employees at all levels are on the same page in terms of the business plan and process. Over communication never hurts, lack of communication creates problems.

Overall, leaders are larger than life in many ways. It’s important to remember that people are forever learning and changing.

Becky Szymanski, current President of the Asian American Chamber of Commerce

has first hand experience in cultivating leadership in today’s business world as well as in the organization. Out of her busy schedule, she shares with us her visions for success.

“America’s strength lies in its diversity,” says Becky. We have a role to play in creating an America that accepts and understand our differences. She further adds, “The Asian American Chamber of Commerce is not only inviting other Asian Americans in business to join the AACC, but also non Asians who would like to do business with the Asian American community.

As President and Principal Broker of Sunrise Lending, a licensed mortgage brokerage company in Orlando, Rebecca uses her extensive background in the finance industry to set the stage for fulfilling her dream of establishing her own successful business.

The Asian American Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to represent and serve as the preeminent resource for Asian American businesses in Central Florida by positively contributing to the community through increased involvement in civic, business and government affairs, networking, promoting trade and investment, and keeping abreast of today’s increasingly dynamic business marketplace. ATM

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ounded and incorporated in 1986, The Asian American Chamber of Commerce continues to outline its objectives to meet the needs of the evolving Asian American business co munity in Central Florida by providing opportunities and benefits to members, incorporating business support, networking opportunities, information resource, fun activities and cultural functions.

For more information on AACC, please call 407-540-0707.

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Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce of Greater Orlando

Annual Banquet at The Ritz Carlton Hotel

Paul Liau – President of TCCGO

Owen Hsieh – Director General of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Miami

Gou-Su Chiang, Johnson Young, Louis Huang, Paul Liau, Owen Hsieh, Mrs. Hsieh, Edward Wang

Danny and Jenny

Ivan Mao and Cecilia Mao Lisa Lynch, Christine Chew, Echo King and Xien-Mei Tang

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The Art of War VII:

 By Jun Zhu

Deception

Key concepts: • Be ready and prepared • Go where your opponent expects it the least • Attack where your opponent has to respond, defend where you opponent can not attack • Transform absolute weakness to relative strength • Be invisible and formless

Figure 1 Transform absolute weakness to relative strength

To win the war, you need to be energetic and proactive in contrast to exhausted and reactive. Therefore, you use deception to move your opponent to where you want them to be by satisfying their needs. Delay, exhaust, starve, and move your opponent.

The famous “D” day operation is a classic example of this concept. Alliance made Germany believed that the landing place was somewhere other than Normandy. The alliance enjoyed using their superior forces against limited number of resistance fighters and weren’t concerned about the possibility of any reinforcements coming from the Germans.

The best tactic is to march in the area where there is no resistance at an unexpected time, at an unexpected location.

Attack only where the opponent would not or could not have resistance. Defend only where the opponent will attack. So the best warrior will make it unclear to the opponent where to defend, how to defend, where to attack, how to attack.

December 17, 1941, Japan’s Pearl Harbor raid was one of the most deadly battles in the Pacific. Even the Japanese navy maneuvered a large fleet thousands of miles and attacked one of the most important bases of the most powerful country when they would see the least resistance.

The best place to attack is where your opponent can not defend because it is their weakest point. Also, make sure your opponent can’t catch you when you retreat, because of your speed. When you want to attack, your opponents will have to abandon their best defense mechanisms and fight you elsewhere because you attack where the opponent has to respond. When you defend, your opponent can not attack you even though you just draw a line as a symbolic defense, because you maneuver your opponent elsewhere.

To implement this strategy, you must be invisible where your opponent is visible. This way you can gather all of your

best resource at one undisclosed location when your opponent has to spread very thin. Let’s say you have only 10,000 soldiers and your opponent has 40,000 soldiers (See Figure 1). If they have more 8 places to protect, then you could easily out number your opponent at a given location. Even though your opponent outnumbers you in total, you can always outnumber your opponent in every single battle because you can concentrate and your opponent has to diversify.

Wal-Mart’s early growth illustrated this strategy. There were too many strong competitors when Wal-Mart did not want to and could not compete. Sam Walton chose the suburb and countryside where the large competitors fought over the corners of big cities. Wal-Mart’s territories were easily established. Wal-Mart’s competitors did not care about the locations and were too difficult to justify the financial benefit to compete against Wal-Mart at those remote locations. Wal-Mart enjoyed its exponential growth in the most favorable environment every business would ever dream.

The art of waging the war is like the formless water. It flows in response to respective situations (See Figure 2). The key is to avoid the strongest holding position and attack the weakest point; like the water, which flows to the lowest place in the land. Like everything in the universe, the length of day and the length of night changes all the time. The lengths of the four seasons are consequential; but not definite in their transition.

If change is the only sure thing, so is the way of waging war. ATM

Figure 2 Formless Water

Art of War

is currently offered in English as Chinese Classic Class at the Chinese School of CAACF ( www.orlandochineseschool.org ) every Saturday from 4pm to 4:45pm.

The class is facilitated by Jun Zhu in an interactive and fun environment. The objective is to learn this ancient philosophy and applications in business, problem solving, and academic research. If you are interested, please contact Jun Zhu at (407) 421-8961 or jzhu@alumni.rollins.edu.

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April 28 - May 1

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NO FAULT INSURANCE:

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Florida Law requires everyone who owns an operable motor vehicle in the state of Florida to carry “No Fault Insurance” (also known as PIP insurance). In the event of a motor vehicle accident, PIP insurance pays 80% of your medical expenses and 60% of your lost wages from work regardless of fault for the accident. One of the reasons for a “No Fault” system was to insure access to medical treatment and income to pay your bills without having to wait for insurance companies, lawyers, judges, and juries to decide who is at fault for the accident; a process that can take years to complete. If you do not personally have PIP insurance and you do not own an operable vehicle, you may still be entitled to receive PIP benefits through either a “resident relative” (parent, sibling, spouse, etc.) or through the vehicle you were in if you were a passenger.

A common misconception is that “medical expenses” are solely medical bills and prescriptions. However, medical expenses also include transportation costs and the costs of having to hire people to do things that you are medically unable to do because of the accident such as attendant care, lawn maintenance, etc. The No Fault system also allows you to see any doctor you want without worrying about managed care arrangements or insurance approved preferred provider lists.

Some people want to do away with PIP insurance because they already have health insurance. What happens to those people who do not have health insurance? What about the time you miss from work because of the accident? If you are fortunate enough to have health insurance, your health insurance does not compensate you for lost wages like PIP will.

Gregory C. Maaswinkel, Esq. Esquire Legal Group, P.A. 1920 E. Robinson Street Orlando, Fl. 32803 (407) 893-9051 (407) 895-6988 Fax greg@esquirelegalgroup.com

Improve Fuel Economy and Reduce Harmful Emissions The number one topic that people are discussing around the world is global warming. The United Nations network of 2,000 scientists give regular assessments of the earth’s environment. The draft report says that hundreds of millions of Africans and tens of millions of Latin Americans who now have water will be short of it in less than 20 years.

By 2050, more than a billion people in Asia could face water shortages. By 2080, water shortages could threaten 1.1 billion to 3.2 billion people, depending on the level of greenhouse gases that cars and industry spew into the air.

The second most talked about topic is the high price for fuel. As the price of fuel increase all over the world it has a major impact on a family’s budget. The price of everything begins to increase as the cost of fuel increases.

Fuel Freedom International is a Florida based company that guarantees a 7 to 14 % improvement in gas mileage and up to a 75 % reduction in harmful emissions.

The EPA has seen more than 100 implements, from pills to magnets, supposedly

designed to improve fuel economy. However, very few if any actually work, until now.

Fuel Freedom International introduced a product that has been around since the 1970’s, but was not commercially available until November of 2005. The company boasts the product is now being sold in a 190 countries. We put the product to the test and had a mechanic, a former EPA engineer, and a well known combustion analyst try the product. All three got better than the 14% improvement in mileage that the company represents. NBC NEWS also tested the product and reported that the car they tested went from 18 mpg in the city to 22 mpg and 22 mpg on the highway to 28 mpg after using this product.

According to its promotional materials, Fuel Freedom claims the product is an “organic engine conditioner” that leaves a “micro thin fuel catalyzing surface” on an engine’s combustion components. The company says its product not only will improve gas mileage but research and testing shows it will also extend the life of the engine.

The product is EPA registered, which means it is safe and cannot hurt your car, and

cannot invalidate manufacturer’s warranty.

Fuel Freedom is about to aggressively launch in the Asian market. Anyone with contacts in Asia can participate in the financial opportunity that exists. It seems that Fuel Freedom International has a win-win situation, keeping soaring fuel costs in check, a tremendous business opportunity and reducing pollution in the environment.

For further information about the product and company call 321-777-1531 or visit www.mpgsavings.net

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April Showers Bring May Flowers Don’t let the April showers dampen your sprits this month, or your hair! Below are some cool hair how to’s and will totally help fight the humidity and unwanted frizz!

All you need is a round brush, a blow dryer, some hair products and about 30 minutes.

To straighten and defrizz hair, begin by shampooing, conditioning and towel-drying hair. Apply a heat protectant product to your hair, and comb through with your fingers while gently blow-drying it on a low setting. This removes excess water.

Using a thick, round brush and beginning at the roots, gently pull the brush through the hair to the ends while blow-drying.

Pull the hair away from your head, straightening it as you go.

First pull the brush through the underside of your hair, then switch to the top of the hair. Repeat the process on all other sections of hair until evenly and completely dry. Finish off with a light spritz of hair shine.

Hot Hair Tip: Finish styling hair with a ceramic flat-iron.

Choose the heat setting for your hair type, and allow flatiron to warm before using. Select portions of hair, and slide heated flat-iron along hair, beginning close to the roots and going past the ends of hair, repeating as necessary.

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Life in Style

Christpoher Anthony, Fiipino-Italian Stylist, brings his passion and talent for hair styling from New York City to Orlando.

Christopher Anthony was born and raised in New York City, where he received training and years of styling experience working with production groups and celebrity clients. With an unwavering passion for the art, Christopher opens his own salon spa, with colleague Caroline Antoine, providing a fusion of Japanese and French artistic talent to clients.

The upscale Christopher Caroline Salon offers an entire range of spa and salon services from hair services to facial therapy, body treatments, manis & pedis, including wellness & massage treatments.

What’s In this Season?

Christopher says it’s the Pixie! Obviously, most everyone is going to want a new look – short hair is going to want to show off longer do’s, and long tresses will go short. But we’re definitely going to be seeing more of the Pixie this season!

The Christopher Caroline salon is located on 4606 Millenia Plaza Way, Orlando, FL, 32839.

Tel.: 407-373-0188.

The best of lifestyle name brands surfacing Asia’s commercial market is now a global phenomenon. In the 2006 poll taken among Hong Kong consumers, most favorable lifestyle brands of anything from chicken noodle soup to home furnishings are global names recognized by you. Check to see if they’re your favorite ones too!

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 Beauty and Skin Care: Shiseido  Contemporary Home Furnishing: Ikea The IKEA business idea is to offer a wide range of home furnishings with good design and function at prices so low that as many people as possible will be able to afford them. And still have money left!

The IKEA concept, like its founder, was born in Smaland.

This is a part of southern Sweden where people are famous for working hard, living on small means and using their heads to make the best possible use of the limited resources they have. This way of doing things is at the heart of the IKEA approach to keeping prices low.

Today, Ikea has locations all over Europe, Asia, North America and the Middle East. Not only are they visible in this global market, but Ikea has gained the popularity and recognition of consumers everywhere, becoming one of Asia’s top brands for home furnishings. There are currently 29 Ikea stores across the United States, and one coming to Sunrise this summer and Orlando in Fall of 2007.

 Luxury Designer: Louis Vuitton In Japan, Louis Vuitton is not just a wallet or purse, it is a phenomenon. The country’s obsession with prestige brand names, preferably foreign ones, continues growing. Last year, 34% of Vuitton’s worldwide income from fashion and leather goods was from Japan. The next biggest market, the United States, contributed 23%

Shiseido, Japan’s largest cosmetics maker, has been a leading provider of makeup and skin care products for men and women since the 1800’s. The name Shiseido is derived from a Chinese expression meaning “praise the virtues of the great Earth, which nurtures new life and brings forth new values.”

Based on this philosophy, the company’s policy is to be the leader in high-value-added products and services in the cosmetics and other businesses, promoting people’s beauty, health and well-being.

Back in the 1950’s and 1960’s, Shiseido began international operations in Southeast Asia, Hawaii, New York, and Milan. More locations opened during the following two decades in Singapore, New Zealand, Bangkok, Australia, France, West Germany, and the United Kingdom.

The growing demand and popularity for Shiseido’s cosmetic products has made them the top cosmetics provider in Japan today, and a favored name in all other markets. In the United States, Shiseido can be found in all leading department stores, with make up and beauty products for both Asian and Caucasian skin.

 Mobile Communications: Nokia

The trend is not confined to the cities. Provincial Niigata, in the news recently because of earthquakes and landslides, would not generally make much of an impact in Europe. But the quiet port town, has its own Louis Vuitton boutique.

Add the amounts spent by Japanese tourists on their world travels -- on busy days in London’s Bond Street Vuitton store, for example, there are so many shoppers from Japan that one visitor from Tokyo reported having been given a numbered ticket and allotted a 15-minute timeslot at the counter.A shopping melee in a store like that, where an empty wallet costs $500, goes beyond brand loyalty. It’s addiction.

In the United States, we see our fair share of Louis fans. In Orlando for example, there’s a Louis store in the Millenia Mall that draws local and tourists alike.

Nokia, a Finnish company, is the world leader in mobile communications. Backed by its experience, innovation, userfriendliness and secure solutions, the company has become the leading supplier of mobile phones and is currently recognized as an industry leader in Asia, particularly following the successful introduction of their new phones and internet services in most markets across the region.

Nokia opened the first Nokia Flagship Store in Asia mid last year.

The Nokia Flagship Store is prominently positioned in one of the most prestigious shopping districts in Hong Kong. In addition to showcasing the complete portfolio of Nokia products and services, the Flagship Store allows customers to fully experience cutting-edge mobile technology in a comfortable, stylish and interactive environment.

Nokia introduced flagship stores in Chicago and New York City last year in June and September, with similar concepts. Due to the popularity and success, Nokia aims to open 18 Nokia Flagship Stores in the “shopping capitals” -- high-traffic urban settings in major markets worldwide.

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PenPower Handwriting is an easy way to input the Chinese characters into computer. You can now write your email or document in Chinese easily without learning the Pinyin or keyboard-based inputting methods. If you are learning Chinese, it will be a good tool for you to practice your Chinese everyday.

Products for PC featured here are not only for inputting, but also come with various learning functions, such as writing strokes and pronunciation for Chinese characters. Users can also use the included tablet for computer graphic drawing. And they all support both traditional and simplified Chinese characters.

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Xu Beihong’s painting

auctioned at record high price

A masterpiece by prominent Chinese artist Xu Beihong was auctioned in Hong Kong on April 7 for a record $9.2 million for a Chinese oil painting.

Drawn in 1939 was completed during Xu’s stay in Singapore at the highest peak of his artistic power.

Inspired by a street drama of the same title staged by Xu’s actress friend, Wang Ying, during his stay, the painting depicts Lady Shang before a crow and captures the spirit of the Chinese people against the backdrop of the war resisting Japanese troops.

Having disappeared from public view for the last half century, its exhibition at Sotheby’s marked the first time the masterpiece was on public view since 1954, a year after Xu died.

Xu’s work is the highlight of the auction house’s Contemporary Chinese Art sale.

The last record that Xu set was in November last year when his work “Slave and Lion” was sold at Christie’s for $6.9 million.

Source: Wikipedia

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Orlando Ballet

Returns to Tampa with Swan Lake

ORLANDO, FL (March 8, 2007) – Orlando Ballet returns to the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center to present its second production of the season, Swan Lake, May 4-5. After The Nutcracker, Swan Lake is widely regarded as one of the most renowned of all classical ballets.

ORLANDO, FL (March 8, 2007) – Orlando Ballet returns to the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center to present its second production of the season, Swan Lake, May 4-5. After The Nutcracker, Swan Lake is widely regarded as one of the most renowned of all classical ballets.

Swan Lake is fashioned from an ancient German legend that tells the story of Odette, a princess turned into a swan by an evil sorcerer’s curse. Only a vow of undying love can free Odette from the curse placed upon her. As the sorcerer watches the love evolve between Odette and Prince Siegfried he knows he must stop the curse from being broken. The sorcerer tricks Prince Siegfried into breaking his vow to Odette by substituting his look-alike daughter Odile to steal his heart. The dual role of Odette-Odile is considered the most challenging in ballet.

As one of the most popular, enduring and well-received classical ballets, almost every ballet company has danced at least a major

portion of the compete Swan Lake. Artistic Director Bruce Marks comments that “Swan Lake is a favorite of ballerinas as well as audiences. All leading female dancers want to dance in Swan Lake at least once in their careers.”

Originally choreographed to the music of Tchaikovsky, Swan Lake was presented as The Lake of the Swans by the Bolshoi Ballet in 1877. Because of the composer, Swan Lake became the first of its kind – a ballet set to the score of a symphonic composer. The ballet’s choreography presents different versions, based upon the individual company, but most ballet companies base their staging on the revival by Marius Petipa presented in 1895 at the Marinsky Theatre with the Imperial Ballet. Orlando Ballet’s production will use Marius Petipa’s choreography staged by Louis Godfrey and Denis Schultz.

Executive Director Russell Allen comments that “This production of Swan Lake brings a new level of production to our com-

 Photo By Michael Cairns

pany Ballet with a level of production not previously seen on Orlando Ballet’s stage. This will prove a landmark achievement and a production not to be missed.”

Swan Lake will be presented in Ferguson Hall at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center on May 4 -5, 2007. For ticket information call: 813-229-STAR or visit www.tbpac.com.

Swan Lake will be presented at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre on May 10 - 13. For ticket information call 407-426-1739, Ticketmaster 407-839-3900 or visit ticketmaster.com.

Cell Phones Scoop

Stylishly iPhone-like,

Only Pretty People Can Hold It

That’s right. There was only one LG Prada phone to be had at the LG booth at 3GSM and the only person lucky enough to cop a feel was the LG Prada model, who insisted press only take pictures of her with the phone. Nevertheless, I did get some hands-on time with the phone and though I normally hate fashion phones, I thought this one is pretty cool.

The interface is really easy to use—it’s quick and responsive, but the screen picks up smudges way too fast. In fact, the model kept swiping it down every minute or so. The phone’s also pretty lightweight, though not in a cheap way. One thing that struck me was that unlike the iPhone, the LG Prada lacks a bit of color. The reason?

Well, according to LG, they deliberately made color minimal cause the monochrome interface complements the “Prada experience.”

So what’s the conclusion? This is definitely a worthy competitor to the iphone that we should keep our eye on.

The PRADA Phone by LG introduces the world’s first advanced touch interface which eliminates the conventional keypad making the overall usage experience a highly tactile one.

An extra wide LCD screen maximizes visual impact, allowing the user to benefit from several key features of the phone, including the 2 megapixel camera featuring Schneider-Kreuznach lens, video player and document viewer capacity. Above all, these features contribute to the phone’s beautifully sleek and simplistic appearance.

The PRADA Phone by LG will be available with prices starting from $777 in mobile dealerships as well as selected PRADA stores in the UK, France, Germany and Italy as of late February, 2007, followed by countries in Asia such as Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore from late March, 2007. The Korean version of the phone is scheduled to launch in the second quarter of 2007.

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ON A MEETING OF FORMS  By Madame Wu

From left to right: 2 students of Master Gay’s, Sifu Tony Juron, Donald Moore, a local Tai Chi teacher, Madame Wu, and Master Raymond Gay

I am a Tai Chi teacher in Osceola County and each year I throw a party for my students to mark the arrival of the Asian New Year.

This year was our 3rd annual event and it was the best yet. I have a policy in my class that if someone stops by who is knowledgeable in the Internal Martial Arts, I ask them to show us some of what they do. In Tai Chi, as in all of the Martial Arts, there are myriads of variations and different forms. I find it very broadening for my students to see how other forms are performed so they can understand how varied and marvelous the Internal Arts can be. It is my feeling that these windfall interludes enrich all concern, including myself!

When it comes to our annual get-together, I have taken to inviting these visitors to come and demonstrate for us during the course of the evening’s festivities. This year I am proud to say we had a plethora of these exceptionally talented people in attendance.

Notable amongst our performers was Master Raymond Gay, founder of U.S. Black Cat Kenpo Karate and recent recipient of Action Martial Arts Magazine’s “Lifetime Dedication Award to the Martial Arts”, who among other more vigorous forms, demonstrated his sensitive “Touch Hands” version of “Push Hands” and who volunteered two of his students to interact with another distinguished guest, Sifu Tony Juron. We were very honored to have Sifu Juron present and he thrilled us all as he showed how to absorb violent energy and to ground it harmlessly like a lightening bolt would be grounded by a lightening rod. Then to everyone’s delight, he demonstrated Fa Jing and sent some of Master Gay’s young martial students flying!

Next we had a husband and wife team, Sam and Patti Winters, show their favorite forms.

Every year for the past few years, Sam has attended the International Chinese Martial

From left to right: my treasurer Cita Brown from the Philippines, and her husband Mr. Brown, a valued student Lotte West , and Tai Chi teacher, Mack MacCready. Performing “Golden Rooster stands on Left Leg” is Sam Winters.

Arts Tournaments and each year has walked away with medals for his focused and precise Tai Chi performances. Patti Winters, affectionately called “Iron Toe Patti”, demonstrated the Wu Dang Sword form and for the duration of her performance had everyone riveted on her graceful rendition of this ancient and beautiful form. We were also lucky to have Mack MacCready, a local Tai Chi teacher from Solavita who is pioneering teaching this lovely exercise in water (!), demonstrate a Yang Style for us. All in all, the quality of our demonstrators was top of the line and I must say that our policy of encouraging a diversity of forms paid off this year in a hugely entertaining and educational event.

If you would like further information about any of these talented individuals, you may contact me, Madame Wu at Luckywu1@cfl. rr.com.

World Trade Center Orlando and Asian American Chamber of Commerce

Cordially invite you to attend the

15th Annual “Celebration of International Heritages”

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Thursday, May 17, 2007 5pm – 8pm Rotunda of the Orlando City Hall FREE to the Public to Attend Call 407-649-1899 for more information

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DeLand Municipal Complex and City Hall

Shally Wong and C.T. Hsu

This project broke ground in September, 2005 on the site of the existing City Hall downtown DeLand. It can accommodate all of the city’s administrative functions including City commission chambers. The city hall is a tribute to the people, and represents the past, present and future of DeLand.

Robert Apgar, Mayor of DeLand, and City Commissioners Terry Dilligard, Willie Bright, Scott Price and Leigh Matusick acknowledged the support of the Sponsors and Underwriters of the New City Hall Grand Opening and 125th Anniversary Celebration. They are Brighthouse Networks, C.T. Hsu Architects, The Daytona Beach News-Journal, Progress Energy, Stetson University, Tennant Printing Company and Waste Management.

▲ Mr. DeLand – Bill Dreggors, Jr. – fourth generation Floridian and a lifelong resident of DeLand. Bill Dreggors Park was named in 1991 in his honor for his work in historic preservation and his knowledge of the area’s history

►AACC Past President Victor Tan and his wife Trudie Tan are also DeLand’s residents. They enjoy living there.

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India Festival 2007  By Winfield Huang

India Festival was an enlightening experience. The festival showcased the best of Indian culture in a welcoming atmosphere.

From the food to the entertainment, everything was delightful and full of flair. The traditional items they had for sale were extravagent. The clothing was very colorful and housed many design patterns. The food, unique in its taste and texture. The mango lassi, a traditional Indian drink, was one of the best drinks i’ve tried in a long time. A highlight was the temple, which was something I never thought I’d see in America. It was like the temple was straight from India. The architecture was something not seen anywhere else in Orlando. I would go to the festival just to see the temple. The performances included people both young and old. Definately something there for everyone. ATM

Hindu Society of Central Florida 1994 Lake Drive, Casselberry, FL 32707 407-699-5277 www.hindutempleorlando.org

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Cuong Le

Lunar New Year Festival

“Tet Nguyen Dan”

Organized by Vietnamese American Student Association at UCF (VASA) on March 18, 2007

 Photos by Vuong Nguyen

Vivian Nguyen

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ASIAN ASSOCIATIONS Asian American Chamber of Commerce 407-540-0707 or email to beckyaaccfl@yahoo.com www.asianamericanchamber.org Asian American Heritage Council — “Together we accomplish more!” www.aahc-cfl.org ATAYAL Contact Tony Coolidge 321-206-8040. www.atayal.org Ch’an Buddhism Orlando Chapter www.ddmba.org Tel: 407-538-6491 chihho2004@yahoo.com Chinese American Association of Central Florida (CAACF) 中佛州中美協會 www.orlandochinese.com Chinese American Association of Tampa Bay 天柏灣中美協會 www.tampabaycaat.org Chinese Language Teachers Association Florida Chapter (CLTA-FL) www.clta-fl.org

The Evergreen Club 長青社

2250 Principal Row, Orlando.

Email Janet Nguyen at janet35255@earthlink.net

Guang Ming Temple Chinese School 佛州光明寺光明學院

2250 Principal Row, Orlando, FL 32837 Tel: 407-240-9009

Han Foundation

www.hanwaves.org

Hindu Society of Central Florida

1994 Lake Drive, Casselberry, FL 32707 407-699-5277 www.hindutempleorlando.org

USF Vietnamese Student Association www.myspace.com/usfvsa Contact Phuc Pham, VSA President, pham2@mail.usf.edu

United Chinese Association of FL 佛州華人聯合協會

305-345-8489 UCAF@bellsouth.net www.MiamiDragonBoat.com

Vietnamese Professionals Association (VPA)

Organization of Chinese Americans – South Florida Chapter 美華協會

Wat Florida Dhammaram

Contact Teri Mitchell at teri_mitchell@hotmail.com Winnie Tang PO Box 56-2124, Miami, FL 33256 305-753-8791

Orlando Chinese Professionals Association (OCPA) 奧蘭多中國專業人仕協會 www.ocpa-usa.org

Chinese School of CAACF 中佛州中華學校 Chinese School of Tomorrow 明曰中文學校

UCF Asian Student Association

http://www.ocst.org

http://vasa.ucf.edu vasa_ucf@hotmail.com

J.Club— Japan oriented organization

Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce of Greater Orlando 大 奧 蘭 多 台 灣 商 會

www.orlandochineseschool.org

UCF Vietnamese American Student Association

Contact Paul Liau at 407-566-9478 www.ucfasa.org

Contact Nhan T. Lee at 407-488-1225 or nlee@ntllaw.com

2421 Old Vineland Rd. Kissimmee, FL 34746 407-397-9552 www.watflorida.org

Wat Mongkolratanaram of Florida 5306 Palm River Road Tampa, FL 33619 813- 621-1669 www.wattampa.iirt.net/tampa/

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SERVER & HOSTESS

Doctor’s office in Winter Park looking for part-time receptionist. Must speak Vietnamese. Candidate who can speak both Vietnamese and Chinese preferred. If interested, please call 407-672-1115.

China Garden Restaurant at Winter Park needs a full-time server, hostess and delivery driver. Candidate must be fluent in English and good to have experience in restaurant industry. Good manner and communication skills. Interested, please call Anne Tsoi at 407-671-2120.

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Place your classified ad here for $25/month (50 words maximum). Anything over that is charged 20 cents per word. Mail the check payable to Global Media LLC, with your classified ad wordings to the following address: PO Box 5352, Winter Park, FL 32793. Deadline: check and wordings must be received by the 1st of each month.

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Linedance with style— At Casselberry Senior Center (at Secret Lake Park, 200 N. Triplet Lake Dr., Casselberry 32707): Every Monday (for beginners) from 7:30~9:30pm; and Thursday (for more advanced), 7~9:30pm. $5 per person.

At L. Claudia Allen Senior Center (1840 Mable Butler Ave., Orlando 32805): Every Friday (for beginners), 1:30~3:00pm. Donation accepted.

Contact Ivan and Cecilia Mao at 407-222-8747 or mao.ivan@gmail.com.

Sifu Tony Juron will give a free talk on his recent trip to Taiwan and his studies with Yang Style lineage holder Master Wu, Apr 11 (Wed), 5:30pm-6:30pm at the Osceola Council on Aging (1099 Shady Lane in Kissimmee ~ 1 mile from the St. Cloud/Kissimmee Fl. Turnpike exit). Donations for the talk will be accepted but are not compulsory! For more info contact Madame Wu at 407-738-7001 or Luckywu1@cfl.rr.com.

Orlando Badminton Club— Every Wednesday (6:30-10pm), Friday (6:30-9pm) and Sunday(12:30-4pm) at Orlando Fitness & Racquet Club, 825 Courtland St (by Lee Rd and I-4). Contact Krishna Balwalli at 407-361-4735 or email kbalwalli@hotmail.com.

Qi Gong Practice— Come and learn every Sunday at 10am Lake Eola in Orlando, FL. Located on the east side of Lake near the gazebo. Call Mark at 407-235-5828 for details. www.falundafa.org Ch’an Buddhism Meditation—D h a r m a D r u m M o untain Buddhi s m A s s o c i a t i o n ( D D M B A ) m o n t h l y C h ’ a n m e d i tation and Bud d h i s m s t u d y wi l l b e h e l d o n l s t S a t u r d a y e v e r y month at He r n d o n L i b r a r y on 4 3 2 4 E . C o l o n i a l D r . , O r l a n d o, Fl 32803, 10: 0 0 a m - 1 2 : 3 0 p m , 407-538-6491 Ce n t r a l F l o r i d a T a b l e T e n n i s C l u b —meets every Friday, 6-10pm at Conway United Methodist Church - 3401 S. Conway Rd. Orlando, Fl 32812. All levels of players are welcome. We play for fun, and also offer Professional coaching and a Robot for training. Please call Adam at 407-854-6301 or www.owpttc.org.

Tai Chi with “Madame Wu”—Every Wednesday from 5:30-6:30pm at the Osceola County Council on Aging, 1099 Shady Lane, (minutes from the Turnpike entrance in St. Cloud). $1 donation. For more information, contact Madame Wu at 407-738-7001 or O.C.C.A. at 407-846-8532 As i a n S o c i a l O r l a n d o —We meet and grow together in Orlando.

Asian Social Orlando. Mi Hoshino 407-947-2031

Single listing is up to 40 words at no charge for non-profit organization E-mail the events/activities to info@AsiaTrendMagazine.com or fax the information to 407-273-9913 Submit the information by the 1st of each month for the same month publication.

Miss Florida Asia Contestants Search Contestant Qualifications:

• Never been married or pregnant and one parent has to be of Asian descent.

• Available for practices and training sessions from 4/28/07 to 7/21/07.

• Be prepared to perform an individual talent.

• Must be a Florida resident and reside in Florida for the last six months prior to 7/21/07.

Awards & Prizes

•Queen: $1,500 scholarship, a crown and other valuable prizes. May advance to compete in Miss Asian America Pageant in California •1st Princess: $1,000 scholarship, a crown and other valuable prizes.

•2nd Princess: $500 scholarship, a crown and other valuable prizes.

Application Deadline: 4/30/07 – processing Fee: $25 For more information & application form, please contact Winnie Tang: 305-753-8791 or email to MissFloridaAsia@aol.com This event is organized by OCA-South Florida Chapter & United Chinese Association of Florida.

International Folk Festival presented by the Rotary Club of Casselberry - Apr 14 (Sat), 2007 from 4pm to 9pm at the Casselberry City Hall Complex located at 95 Triplet Lake Drive. A day of celebration and sharing of the world’s culture: Art, Crafts, Dance, Music, and Ethnic Foods and Drinks. Bringing together our diverse community to advance international understanding, goodwill, and peace through world fellowship.” Free admission. For more information about the International Folk Festival, contact Hank Lander, Event Chairman, at 407-699-7442.

Hispanic Business & Consumer Expo - Apr 20-22, 2007 (Fri – Sun), Orange Country Convention Center, 9400 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819. Fri: 2pm - 6pm, Sat: 10am - 7pm, Sun: 11am - 5pm. Admission: $10 or visit www.hbcexpo.com/ticket.php for complimentary ticket. For more information, call the Expo Hotline at 1-866-248-9147 www.hbcexpo.com.

Spring Expression—Young Asian Artist’s Art Exhibition

by Living Stone Community Church. Apr 22, 2007 (Sun) 4-6pm at First Baptist Church of Oviedo - 45 West Broadway St. Oviedo, FL 32765. For more details, please call 407-929-0409 or 407-207-1600.

Japanese Gospel Concert by Hiroko Yamaguchi, Apr 30 (Mon) 7pm, First Baptist Church of Orlando - 3000 S. John Young Pky, Orlando FL 32805.

Hiroko Yamaguchi is a will known Gospel Singer among Japanese Christians in Japan and in the US. Please come listen to her soul cleansing songs and have a good fellowship afterwards with us. Contact 407-8554263 or 407-340-2608 for details.

Asian American Chamber of Commerce invites you to 15th Annual “Celebration of International Heritages” – May 17, 2007 (Thurs) 5pm – 8pm at Rotunda of the Orlando City Hall. Come and experience the diversity of cultures in Central Florida, indulge in ethnic foods, and enjoy entertainment, represented from Africa, Asia, Caribbean, Europe, Middle East, North America, Central America, and South America. Free Admission.

For more information, contact World Trade Center Orlando at 407-649-1899 www.worldtradecenterorlando.org Asian Gala 2007, A Leadership Recognition Awards banquet to benefit the Asian American Student Achievers’ Scholarship Fund. May 19, 2007 (Sat) 6pm - Buena Vista Palace, 1900 Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830. $45 Adults and $20 Children age 10 & under. Contact Becky Szymanski at 407-583-9013 or Karen Nguyen at 407-823-6584.

A China Trade Mission: Business from the Inside - June 15-30, 2007.

Not just another “get on the bus, get off the bus” “meet, greet, eat, retreat” tour.

Come with us to China! Bring your walking shoes, pack your business cards, and roll up your sleeves. We promise this won’t be just another business trip! www.wudang.com/English/Services/ChinaMission/ChinaMission.html Miss Florida Asia Pageant organized by Organization of Chinese Americans and United Chinese Association of Florida – July 21 (Sat), 2007 at North Miami Beach Performing Arts Theater – 17011 NM 19 Ave, North Miami Beach, FL 33162.

Tickets $50(VIP), $20 and $15. For more information, call 305-753-8791 or email to MissFloridaAsia@aol.com.

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