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for the Vietnamese American community in Orlando have become football players, designed the new Ford Mustang, even famous YouTube stars - the American Dream lives on.

On April 30th, 1975, Saigon, capital of South Vietnam, fell to the North Vietnamese Communist forces, marking the end of the Vietnam War and leading to the creation of Vietnamese communities overseas in America. In the years that followed, millions of Vietnamese sought life of freedom and opportunity outside of communist Vietnam by becoming boat refugees, risking their lives on tiny, un-seaworthy fishing boats, braving not only monsoons, and ocean waves, but also pirates and starvation. Countless lives were lost. Meanwhile, those who fought the war on behalf of the Republic of South Vietnam and were unable to escape, were sent to reeducation camps and forced labor in the jungles for years, even decades. Eventually, through immigration policies and humanitarian relief, many of the Vietnamese refugees settled overseas in places like Australia, France, and especially, the United States. Many arrived with nothing but the clothes on their backs - finding themselves in a foreign land, not knowing the language or customs, but always full of hope. Many found work as factory assembly workers, janitors, seamstresses, anything to get by to make a living, saving away so that one day their children will have the opportunities they never had. The American Dream will live on through them. Each have contributed their own way to America - from doctors and engineers, to lawyers and pharmacists, and nail technicians. Some

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This April 30th marks the 40th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon, also known as Black April in the Vietnamese American community. Each year, the community puts on several events to commemorate this date, to remember those lives lost fighting, lost in the passage to freedom, and to dream new hopes for tomorrow.

UCF Vietnamese American Student Association - Black April Commemoration

Wednesday April 15, 2014 at UCF Barbara Ying Center at 5:30pm On April 15th, 2015, the Vietnamese American Student Association would like to invite you to the 40th commemoration of the Fall of Saigon. It will be a touching commemoration to honor the past, talk about the present state, and hope for the future of Vietnam. Come and support the veterans who fought for freedom in Vietnam, listen to speakers talk about their experiences and struggles coming to America, and let us not forget the past.

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tal Supermarketm with local media including the Orlando Weekly and Asia Trend Magazine. Matsusaka Beef is one of Japan’s most famous and popular beefs and is widely acknowledged as the finest beef Japan has to offer. In July 2013, a leading Japanese Economic Newspaper reported that, according to a Beef Industry Market Survey, Matsusaka Beef was recognized as the most popular brand of Japanese Beef.

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Matsusaka Beef production takes place in central Mie Prefecture, nearly the center of Japan. In Mie Prefecture there are many world famous destinations such as the Suzuka Circuit, which hosts the Formula-1 Japanese Grand Prix, and the home of Ninja Clans from ancient times. The Ise Grand Shrine, one of Japan’s most sacred places, was visited by the United States Ambassador to Japan, Caroline Kennedy, in the spring of 2014. By definition, Matsusaka Beef cattle can only be cultivated from virgin female cows of the Japanese Black Wagyu variety that have spent the majority of their lifespan, up till the time of slaughter, in Matsusaka City and its surrounding area and are registered under the Matsusaka Beef Identification and Management System.

Some Cattle Farmers provide beer to cows to stimulate their appetites and give them thorough massages in order to improve blood circulation and encourage even fat distribution. Many farms raise their cows in individual rooms so they can be finely managed and assure a comfortable, stress-free life for their cows. Even among the already high-quality Matsusaka Cattle, only those born in specific areas, brought as calves to Matsusaka, and fattened for a period of 900 days or more qualify as “Special Grade Matsusaka Cattle.” Only Special Grade Matsusaka Cattle are eligible for the Matsusaka Cattle Prize Show, an Annual Cattle Show which determines the “Queen of Matsusaka Cattle” excellence award.

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Each year the auction price of the winning cow receives a lot of attention from the media and the highest auction price to date was in 2002, for ¥50,000,000 (approximately $500,000). I tried the four Menus Prepared and Served for Tasting Purpose 1. Matsusaka Beef Yakiniku (Japanese Barbeque) 2. Matsusaka Beef Steak (Bite-Sized Cuts) 3. Roasted Matsusaka Beef 4. Matsusaka Beef Tataki Nigiri Sushi 5. Matsusaka Beef Shigure-ni (Simmered Beef) By C.K. Lau

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Discover This Drink: Makgeolli

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Koreans and its results translated into sales in stores. The campaign spoke to young adults, who seeks uniqueness, identity, and variety in everything they wear, eat, and listen. With demand hike of rice wine increasing, many bars and restaurants followed suit and opened restraints and bars that specializes in makgeolli and Korean pancakes (paejeon) and kimchi in urban areas. All the sudden makgeolli became a thing.

Makgeolli [mak-guh-lee] is traditional Korean rice wine that is gaining its popularity in Korea among Generation X and Millennials (those who are born in 1965-1993). The native drink to Korea, has been around since the 9th century Goryeo Dynasty -- in the reign of King Taejo -- the drink, however, in its modern times has largely fall flat in sells and has been forgotten in Korean drinking culture for quite some time. Makgeolli has lost its selling appeal behind more attractive and fashionable drink choices in beer, soju, whisky, etc. Lately though, makgeolli has been on tip of everyone’s tongue in Korea, and just like it is in fashion, everything that seems old is new again. Makgeolli in Korean literally means coarsely sifted drink. The name derives from how the drink is made during its fermentation processing of four key ingredients: cooked rice, sugar, water, and special yeast called nuruk (누룩). It wasn’t until in early 2000s the big corporations saw profitability of marketing fermented rice wine and started to ensure more efforts by launching marketing campaigns with endorsement from famous Korean actors and idols and went mainstream with their approach to attract general population. The rice wine campaign, for the large part, has been viewed favorably by many

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Koreans are falling in love with makgeolli all over again. The native drink to Korea, hasn’t been this popular for quite some time, perhaps not since the days back in Goryeo Dynasty. The sales of Korea’s native drink spiked 110 percent in 2009 and another 400 percent in 2010. Export sales to Japan also grew 227% during that time. However in 2011-12, makgeolli sales have reached saturation point through over exposure and people resorting back to their soju or beer. By end of year 2012-13, makgeolli campaign stagnated completely. That was 2 years ago and with the return of the year of sheep in sign, makgeolli sales is on an upswing again with consumers flocking back to traditional rice wine as big corporations are looking to introduce wild range of differentiated rice wine products, as well as, increasing marketing activities.

in Japanese. For whatever it is worth, the video is a great marketing tool sell makgeolli, not only in Korea but in Japan as well. The video is entertaining enough for people who listen to K-pop but are not familiar with makgeolli to grow curious about the drink enough to try some. The brand of rice wine featured in video is Kooksandang brand Sang Makgeolli. Modern day makgeolli comes in plastic, pocelin shaped bottles. However, when it is served in restaurants or at bars, it is served in either bronze, china, or wooden jar to be scooped into a cup -- to emulate drinking makgeolli in more of a traditional way just as old famers did back in the days in Goryeo times. Modern day moniker ‘Korea’ dervied from 9th century ‘Goryeo’. Korean rice wine shares the same historic and sentimental value of French wine or Japanese Sake. It is something that is truly unique to represent the heritage of the country and has stories and history to back it up. To meet increasing demand from around the world and to cater to different taste, modern day makgeolli comes with added fruit and ginseng flavors and are exported at an premium price to other countries. Today, makogeolli is being exported to countries where Korean drama and K-pop are quite popular. All the bottled makgeollis being sold around the world are made in Korea If you want to try taste of Korean rice wine, make sure to your local Asian mart. If you want AsiaTrend to feature any of specialty food of your choice, please write submit your request to iloveasiatrend@gmail.com.

In February of 2015, underground Korean rapper, Keith Ape, released a music video for his new single called ‘It G Ma’ - feat. JayAllday, Loota, Okasian, and Kohh. Out of five artists starred on the video, Keith Ape, Jay, and Okasian are Koreans. Loota and Kohh are Japanese. The video which is 5:45 long features its lead singer holding a large, green plastic bottle of makgeolli as he is singing his verses. The video is eerie in sense that Korean rapper, Keith Ape, walks around a hotel lobby rapping in his native tongue and walk into another room to hear artists rapping

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sized business category. Out of over 350 applicants, 170+ were chosen to give a 6 minute pitch in front of a panel of judges. This 6 minute pitch was “Shark Tank” style followed by an additional 6 minutes of question and answer. After our pitch, we were very confident that we will become one of the finalists for the event, but did not find out the results until a few months later when they announced us as one of the top 9 finalists! Months went by as we waited for the grand gala and alas, we took home the grand prize and placed first in our category!” They took home over $100,000 in promotional awards from Bright House Networks. The Sus Hi Eat Station’s team includes:

Sus Hi Eatstation was founded by Robert Ly & Teresa Tran in August 2011. Their goal was to change the way people think about sushi and to create not only an amazing concept with good food,a solid system and operations, but also a fun and quirky environment for “Ninjas” to work in and for customers to dine in. Ninjas are the folks behind the counter crafting up the Sus Hi dishes. Robert and Teresa came up with the idea while in an ice-cream shop one night and after a few months of R&D followed by the business development, Sus Hi Eastation was born. They started very small with just 6 Ninjas and now their business currently employs over 35 Ninjas. They worked tirelessly for an entire year, every single day from the break of dawn until past midnight to keep the business running. Now 3 years later, they have stepped out of the restaurant to work on expansion with their team. Without their team, Ninjas and customers, Sus Hi Eatstation will never be where it is today. “Our most popular item is the rice bowl. Customers completely customize it from beginning to end so each bowl is different and unique in its own way,” said Teresa, co-owner of Sus Hi Eatstation. Robert and Teresa are extremely grateful for the support of such beautiful and positive people in their lives. They are also very thankful for each other and are happy to announce their marriage this year. When you walk into Sus Hi Eatstation, you

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Robert Ly, Grandmaster Fun Ly - visionary Teresa Tran, Grandmaster MISO EEL - integrator Thomas Wang, Master spARC - management Tiffany Chan, Master Turtle - marketing Ryan Plaza, Master Time - relations The core values of the Sus Hi team include FUN, PASSION, CREATIVITY & INTEGRITY “As a team, we have fun together and create fun for our Ninjas through the environment and culture of the brand .” “As a team, we are passionate about what we do and support our Ninjas in developing their own passions through retreats, events, challenges, transparency and genuine love.” “As a team, we focus on creativity and being innovative and provide creative opportunities for our Ninjas to learn, grow and express themselves.” “As a team, we believe in always doing the right thing and guide our Ninjas to establish the same values in their everyday life.” Their goals for the upcoming year? Expansion to multiple locations and continuing to serve it up for their Ninjas.

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ism or by working on the school newspaper? At many colleges, truly robust extracurricular activities teach students job skills and lifelong lessons. What is true in real estate is also important in picking colleges: location, location, location. The college experience will not be the same in Gainesville as it is in NYC. If we could take Georgetown out of Washington and put it in Wichita, would the education be identical? Whether by subtle influence or mature use of local resources, young people are influenced by their surroundings. The greatest influence on students may be the student body itself. No matter how smart the professors may be, students don’t see their teachers more than a few hours each week. On the other hand, students interact with each other all day long. How the student body is created – the diversity profile – affects college learning significantly. At state universities, the vast majority of students come from the same state. At private colleges, students are more diverse and learn from their differences. Consider also whether the student body is like-minded or intellectually diverse. Although Harvard and MIT are just five minutes apart, their student bodies are worlds apart. MIT is known for math and science, and so their students talk and collaborate about similar things. Harvard students have an unending variety of interests, so they learn from an almost chaotic environment of mental stimulation.

Success next year in college admissions, and success for life, starts with understanding college “fit.” An environment that is right for one student may not be right for another, and the differences between colleges are dramatic. For example, although most students and families would be thrilled to attend MIT or Cornell, both colleges have reputations for high suicide rates. Tragedies, and success, begin when students select colleges. Identifying college fit requires recognition of the four ways in which a university educates: academics, activities, location, and student body.

Also consider how the students are grouped, or not. A college environment where students live in dorms is different than when they live in apartments. On college tours, look for “human spaces.” How, and where, do students interact? Look at the layout and plan of the campus. Sidewalks can often be more revealing than buildings. Finally, be sure to apply to a group of colleges with a blend of selectivity. Students who apply to college with an “all or nothing” strategy often end up with inferior options. Include colleges in your college list with more moderate admissions requirements. Robert LeVine is President of Selective College Consulting and can be reached at 813-391-3760, by e-mail at BobLeVine@SelectiveCC.com, or through www.SelectiveCollegeConsulting.com

When considering academics, most people look at a school’s reputation and its rankings. There are dozens of rankings, and they are unreliable. Moreover, a reputation of quality doesn’t mean that the school teaches in ways that a particular student learns. Does a student learn best by listening in a lecture, by reading alone, by “doing” in a lab or internship, or by interacting in small group discussions? Study the school’s website to detect how its particular group of educators has decided to teach the students. In addition, the vast majority of teenagers are uncertain about their career paths. Consider whether a college requires that students pick their majors immediately, or rather after one or two years. Most students need to learn about their scholastic options before selecting a course of study. Intelligent decisions about majors correlate to on-time graduation, successful job searches, rewarding careers, and happy families. Students spend much more time outside of class than they do inside a classroom. What do they do with their free time? College activities are more than entertainment or building a resume; they are opportunities to learn. For example, will a journalism student learn more by taking a class in journal-

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The SACA Golden Dragon dragon boat team participated in the annual Rough Riders St. Patrick’s Day Night Parade for the second year. The parade was the weekend before St. Patrick’s Day, Saturday March 14th. The parade is one of the most colorful, mostly green though, events of the year. It celebrates the popular Irish Holiday in its full green, sparkling, beer drinking glory. This year, about 20,000 people attended the event.

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The streets and balconies of the historic district of Ybor City were filled by revelers as the parade passed through. While a couple floats also had dragons, the Golden Dragon team was not to be beat! This year the Golden Dragon upgraded its performance with a new lively light up red dragon that snaked its way down the streets accompanied by music played by live drums, cymbals, and a gong. The dragon performed wave-like tricks to entice the crowd giving them a chance to almost touch the dragon. At times it circled around the musicians and swoop down almost touching the crowd. Some of the excited crowd even clapped along to the beat of the cymbals! The performers wore sparkly green bowties, beads, green top hats, green shirts and more paraphernalia in spirit of the Irish holiday. The dragon boat team was also one of the only

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Orlando Downtown Library hosts Chinese New Year event Orlando downtown library-goers got a chance to celebrate the Chinese New Year through a one-hour program presented by the Chinese School of CAACF on February 21, the third day of the Lunar New Year. CHARGE dragon boat team of CAACF kicked off the program by performing a dragon dance, marching from the outside. Dragon dance, signifying the power, prosperity and good luck, is always the best way to welcome the New Year. Chinese school students performed Chinese folk dance on stage. Folk dance instructor Celeste Hoeh performed an elegant long-sleeve dance. Chinese musical instructor Chang Kui

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Shin Jung Korean Restaurant 407-895-7345 1638 E Colonial Dr. Orlando Bee Won Korea Restaurant 15100 Dr Phillips Blvd, Orlando

www.shinjungkorean.com 407-601-7788

945 West State Road 436 Altamonte Springs

407-628-8866

www.koywan.com

Bento Cafe Wild Rice Buffet 843 Lee Rd. Orlando

407-628-0088

Filipiniana Philippine Café 3848 W Waters Ave.Tampa

813-885-6300

TEA & COFFEE Bento Cafe 7335 W. Sand Lake Rd Orlando Chewy Boba Company 1212 E Colonial Dr, Orlando 8098 S. Orange Blossom Trail Orlando Got Tea 2202 W. Waters Ave. Tampa Ice & Bites Cafe 3402 Technological Ave Suite 220 Orlando Kung Fu Tea 1202 E Fowler Ave. Tampa Quickly Boba & Snow 3214 E Colonial Dr Orlando Thuy Cafe 5944 34th St N #37 St. Petersburg

www.1storiental.com

10681 East Colonial Dr. Orlando

www.1stspringorientalmarket.com

407-382-0805

Woo Sung Oriental Food Mart 407-295-4077 A-Green Supermarket Inc 1321 E Fletcher Ave. Tampa

813-971-3587

Brandon Oriental Market 112 Pauls Dr., Brandon

813-661-8862

Eastside Asian Market 12950 E. Colonial Dr. Orlando

407-615-8881

407-897-1377 407-850-BOBA

813-930-0470

M D Oriental Market 1106 E Fowler Ave. Tampa (Brandon) 10127 E. Adamo Dr. Tampa

407-208-1340

Phuoc Loc Tho market 2100 E Colonial Dr. Orlando

407-898-6858

813-971-0066

Oceanic Oriental Supermarket 1609 N Tampa St. Tampa

813-254-2041

407-270-4570

Vung Tau Oriental Market 1333 N Washington Blvd. Sarasota

941-366-2552

727-521-6406

407-658-1967 407-423-8539 407-228-4000 407-897-3488 813-643-8888 407-228-0043 813-632-3444 813-887-3888

THAI Durian Durian Asian Thai Cuisine 10743 Narcoossee Rd. Orlando Royal Thai 1202 N. Semoran Blvd. Orlando SEA Thai Restaurant 3812 E. Colonial Dr. Orlando Soong Thai 9448 W Colonial Dr. Ocoee Spice Thai Restaurant 6125 South Semoran Blvd Orlando Thai House 2117 E Colonial Dr. Orlando Thai Island 2522 S. Semoran Blvd. Orlando

5132 W. Colonial Dr. Orlando

1st Spring Supermarket

Jason’s Best Asian Market 2201 W Vine St Kissimmee

VIETNAMESE Saigon Noodle and Grill 710 S Goldenrod Rd. Orlando Little Saigon 1106 E Colonial Dr. Orlando Lạc Việt Bistro 2021 East Colonial Dr. Orlando Phở 88 Noodle 730 N Mills Ave. Orlando Phở Viet Restaurant 1202 W Brandon Blvd. Brandon Phở Vinh Restaurant 657 N Primrose Dr. Orlando Phở Quyen Cuisine 2740 E. Fowler Ave. Tampa Saigon Deli 3858 W. Waters Ave. Tampa

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407-352-2277

407-282-2992 407-275-0776 407-895-0985 407-822-8200

407-933-0606

877-668-MD88 (6388) 813-868-1688 813-443-2188

S. FLORIDA LOCATIONS

Beijing Mart 305-945-0403 316 NE 167th St., Maimi Canton Palace Chinese restaurant 7980 Southwest 8th St., Miami

305-264-9444

Chan’s Chinese Restaurant

305-221-8104

2404 SW 107 Ave, Miami, FL

Chung Hing Oriental Mart 305-947-6038 1855 NE 163rd St, North Miami Beach Foodtown Supermarket 954-943-9586 5335 N, Military Trail, West Palm Beach Lucky Oriental Market 305-220-2838 8356 SW 40th St., Suite D-I, Miami Maryann Bakery 305-945-0333 1284 NE 163rd St., North Miami Beach New York Mart 954-748-0065 10065 Sunset Strip, Sunrise Oriental Mart 4850 N University Dr. Lauderhill

954-747-7740

Oriental Square Market and Emporium 954-340-8828 2365 University Dr. Coral Springs Pine Court Chinese Bistro 954-748-5958 10101 Sunset Strip Sunrise PK Oriental Mart 2350 N University Drive, Sunrise

PK Oriental Mart 255 NE 167th St, Miami 9501 SW 72nd St, Miami South Garden Chinese restaurant 10855 S.W. 72nd Street, Miami

954-748-5971

305-654-9646 305-595-9678 305-274-9099

407-855-4400 407-898-0820 407-412-6909

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HIRING

Wyndham is hiring Full Time, Bi-lingual Japanese/ English Reservation Associates at our Inbound Service Center near Sea World. Pay $15+/hr., medical/dental benefits. Schedule 11:30-8PM, varied days off. Email your resume to robert.scherzinger@wyn.com for interview consideration.

DO YOU WANT TO IMPROVE SPEAKING SKILLS? • Are you ready for challenges? • Do you want to become a better leader? • Do you want to build your confidence? Join the TOASTMASTER Articulators Club in Altamonte Springs every Thursday morning Sign up at www.Meetup.com, search with keyword ‘Articulators’ Or Contact Michelle Dettlaff at (407)491-5214

TAIKO LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS!

Are you interested in Traditional Japanese Taiko Drum lessons for Beginners. Instructors: Takemasa Ishikura / Yuko Ishikura, Fee: $10 per person / per class· You’re required to purchase “Bachi” (Taiko Drumsticks). $23 per pair Every Tuesday 7 pm to 8:30pm & Sunday 11:30am to 1pm Sunbelt Center - 1255 La Quinta Drive, Suite 112, Orlando, FL 32809

407.435.9388 • www.orlandotaikodojo.com

ORLANDO BADMINTON CLUB

Every Wed (6 – 9pm) and Sun (1 – 6pm) at College Park Community Center – 2393 Elizabeth Ave , Orlando . Fees: Adults: $5, Under 18: $1, 12 and under: Free. Contact Krishna Balwalli at 407.683.9162 or email kbalwalli@hotmail.com Every Thur (6 – 8:30pm) – Orange County/Orlando Magic Recreation Center – 3850 South Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando . Fees: $2/hr. Please Contact Erin Fang at 407.913.9581 for more information. www.cflbadminton.org

TAIJI/QIGONG CLASS

Taiji/Qigong is a system of movements of used to increase ones, balance,awareness,coordination and to promote one’s “internal” energy. Classes are every Wednesday from 6pm-8pm {1st Class Free} Address: Lake Cay Commons 9938 Universal Blvd. Orlando, Fl. 32819 “the middle of the building on the left side before Publix” Contact Sifu Sam Winters for more information at 407.238.7450 { please leave message}

HARE KRISHNA TEMPLE

2651 Rouse Road, Orlando FL 32817 Invites everyone, Every Sunday (4:30pm – 7:30pm) for Musical Mantra Meditation and Sunday Love feast program. Free admission, Free Vegetarian Feast, Free Art Classes for kids, Kirtan, Dance, Spiritual discourses. We guarantee a soul uplifting and ecstatic experience. Contact Gokul at 407-538-6707

HIRING

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“C.H.A.R.G.E.” is the Orlando-based Dragon Boat Team organized by the Chinese American Association of Central Florida in June, 2010, and is comprised mostly of Asian-American crew members. If you would like to learn more about Dragon Boat paddle technique or join the team. Email CHARGE at dbteamcharge@gmail.com or www.chargedragonboat.org for more details.

J.Club ~Your connection to Japan~

Japanese dining, cooking, TV shows & movies, Shodo, Origami, Chanoyu, Bujutsu, Kimono Kitsuke, and more. Meet monthly / Participate in cultural events Share Japanese culture + Form new connections 日本のことをシェアしたい方、ぜひご参加ください。 Feel free to contact Teri Mitchell (日本人 ) at teri_mitchell@hotmail.com / 407.406.0620

オーランド日本語バプテスト教会定期集会のご案内教会学校毎週日曜日９：００ａｍ－９：４５ａｍ日曜礼拝毎週日曜日１０：３０ａｍ－１２：００ｐｍ聖書勉強会毎週火曜日１０：３０ａｍ－１２：００ｐｍ祈り会毎週木曜日７：００ｐｍ－８：００ｐｍどの集会も、だれでも自由に、お気軽にご参加ください。 www.OrlandoJapaneseChurch.com / 407-924-6684（高岡）

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PhilFest 2015 Apr 10 to 12 (Fri to Sun) at the Philippine Cultural Enrichment Complex and Bayanihan Arts and Events Center - 14301 Nine Eagles Dr., Tampa, FL. 33626. The biggest Annual Filipino Festival with lots of Filipino foods, merchandise and lots of entertainment. Entrance fee for only $5.00 and parking fee for $5.00. The Philippine Cultural Foundation, Inc. and its member organizations are now getting ready for this momentous event that entices more than 13,000 visitors with a taste of Philippine Fiesta: food, entertainment, merchandise and more. The festival will also feature main events like “Tawag ng Tanghalan Singing Competition”, “Tanghalang Pambata Children’s Talent Competition”, “Revolution Hip-Hop Dancing Competition and Youth Night”, “Yugyugan Street Dancing Competition” and more! 813-925-1232 http://www.pcfitampa.org Finding the Right College Fit Finding the Right College “Fit” is the second installment of Selective College Consulting’s series of free seminars helping students, parents, and counselors with the entire college admissions process. At this seminar you can expect to learn about: - Academic Focus and Flexibility Education Beyond the Classroom - Success Rates and Return on Investment Perceived vs. Actual Costs April 11 - 10:30am - Clearwater - Holiday Inn - 2580 Gulf to Bay Blvd. Clearwater, FL 33765 April 21 - 6:30pm - Gainesville - Hilton UF Conference Center - 1714 SW 34th Street Gainesville, Florida 32607 April 25 - 10:30am - Sarasota - Kumon Learning Center - 8201 Tourist Center Dr. University Park, FL 34201 All seminars will be an hour long. Please RSVP with the location and number of attendees to Seminars@SelectiveCC.com • www.SelectiveCollegeConsulting.com Songkran Festival Apr 12 (Sun) 10am to 3pm at the Wat Florida Dhammaram, Kissimmee, FL. Tel (407) 397-9552, Fax (407) 397-2557, www.watflorida.com, watfloridadhammaram@ yahoo.com AACC Business After Hours AACC Business After Hours on Apr 16 (Thur) 6pm to 8pm - Hosted By Orlando Health at the Orlando Regional Center North Patient Tower. Event will be in the David and Linda Hughes Grand Lobby and Bamboo Garden. Located at 1414 Kuhl Ave., Orlando, FL 32806. Parking in Deck E - Patient and Visitor Garage - complimentary. Valet Parking is available for $5.00. Details: The event is from 6 pm - 8 pm. Refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Complimentary chair massages will be offered by Orlando Health. Current AACC Memberw - FREE. Non-members - $15.00. MUST RSVP TO ATTEND. AACC Members - attend Free. $15 for Non-Members. Due to limited space, pre-registration is required to attend. RSVP at https://www.signmeup.com/site/online-event-registration/107175 Hatsume Fair 2015 Apr 18 - 19 11am to 6pm at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach, FL 33446. more details at http://morikami.org/ Walgreens Space Coast Dragon Boat Festival Apr 18 (Sat) 9am - 4pm at the Manatee Sanctuary Park, Cape Canaveral, FL. The 3rd edition of the Walgreens Space Coast Dragon Boat Festival presented by PepsiCo brings culture, sport and international flavors to Cape Canaveral and blends a 2,500 year-old tradition with the fun and excitement of an outdoor festival. The festival is a wonderful time for the community. Spectators can come down to Manatee Sanctuary Park and watch those on the water and see what the sport is all about. The Walgreens Health and Wellness Village provides participants and spectators with products and services to help maintain a healthy lifestyle. Families can bring their children for games and activities at the Kids Zone. http://www.gwndragonboat.com/Default.asp?id=227&l=1 2015 Annual International Ball Apr 18 (Sat) 6pm Cocktail Hour, 7pm Dinner at the Gulfport Casino, 5500 Shore Boulevard South, Gulfport, FL 33707. Event organized by SPIFFS. Dancing to The Dazzlers. Tickets: General: $40.00 * Youth (12 to 21): $25, Under 12: $20, Dress: Ethnic or Semi Formal. For tickets, call SPIFFS Office - (727) 552-1896 http://www.spiffs.org/ Central Florida Earth Day 2015 Apr 25 (Sat) 10am to 6pm at the Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando. Admission is FREE! The 9th annual Central Florida Earth Day, the largest and longest-running Earth Day festival in Central Florida! Earth Day is a family-friendly, dog-friendly, and smoke-free event. Enjoy speakers, food preparation demonstrations, an environmental education center, a humane education center, a kids zone, an animal haven, an artist corner, music on a band stage and acoustic stage, lots of other activities, and many Earth-friendly vendors. There are so many fun and interesting things happening at Earth Day you will want to stay all day. http://www.cfearthday.org/

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World Tai Chi and Qigong Day Apr 25 (Sat) 9am to 6pm at Lake Eola Park 195 N. Rosalind Ave. Orlando FL 32801(east side) (across from the amphitheater on the left side of the park the corner of Robinson St. and North Eola Drive a few yards up from there under the trees). In Collaboration, with Central Florida Earth Day, Come let’s celebrate together in Orlando this momentous event and “Heal the World” one step, one breath, at a time! www.worldtaichiday.org All interested in Tai Chi and Qigong are welcome to participate. a vegetarian, food set-up will follow the event. Please check out Central Florida Earth Day{Activities}{ Full Schedule} and for Parking and Maps info. Please call Sifu Sam Winters at 407-238-7450 {leave message} to reserve your spot at this FREE EVENT ! Tampa Bay International Dragon Boat Festival Apr 25 (Sat) 8:30 am to 5 pm at the Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park, 601 Old Water Street, Tampa, FL 33602. https://www.panamdragonboat.com/races/tampa-international-dragonboat-festival/ AsiaFest 2015 Apr 25 (Sat) 11am to 2pm at the Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park, 601 Old Water Street, Tampa, FL 33602. Asia Fest is an annual celebration of “National Asian Pacific American Heritage Month” which has been held in downtown Tampa since 1982. Each year the event has been coordinated by the Asian Coalition of Florida (AACF). The event is FREE to the public. Asia Fest presents a colorful, festive celebration that features cultural entertainment and Asian ethnic food. http://www.asiafest-tampabay.com/wp/ Buddha’s Birthday Celebration May 5 (Sun) start 10am at Guang Ming Temple, 6555 Hoffner Avenue, Orlando, FL 32822. Bathing the Buddha Ceremony, Japanese Floral Ikebana Exhibition, Vegetarian Food Fair, Cultural Performances, Japanese Taiko Drums, Raffle, etc… Organizers: Guang Ming Temple, Buddha’s Light International Association, Florida Chapter. http://www.orlandobuddhism.org/ Buddha Day, Mother’s Day, and Tzu Chi Day May 10 (Sun) 10am to 12pm at the Florida College of Integrative Medicine - 7100 Lake Ellenor Dr. Orlando FL. 32809. In celebration of Buddha Day, Mother’s Day, and the 49th anniversary of Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation, the Orlando Service Center is holding its annual Family Festival. You are cordially invited to participate in this tranquil ceremony, or just observe if you prefer. During the ceremony, you will have an opportunity to send your blessings and express your gratitude to your family, friends, all humankind, and our Mother Earth. Contact Robert Lynch, Director at 407-616-6079, Philip Hunag 407-312-2391, Lisa Lynch 407-616-6082, Tom Hwang 407-765-9710 AAHC Asian Cultural Festival 2015 May 30 (Sat) 11am to 4pm at the Orlando Fashion Square - 3201 E. Colonial Dr., Orlando FL 32803. FREE Admission. Come celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Enjoy cultural entertainment, arts & crafts and Asian Ethnic food featuring China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam and more. Free Admission. All proceeds will benefit the annual Asian Student Achievers’ Scholastic Awards. AAHC of Central Florida is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and was established in 1980 to preserve Asian Heritage and Culture and to represent and interested of diverse Asian American ethnicities. Visit www.aahc-cf.org for more details. Sponsorship and Vendor opportunities are now available. Do you know you can now submit your event to Asia Trend Magazine here: http://www.asiatrend.org/submit-an-event.html. Approved event will be listed online and published in the upcoming issue. Please submit a month in advance in order to be published in the magazine. Thank you for your continued support. 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 15th of each month for the next month publication.

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