Event Calendar
JANUARY 2009
New Year Long Life and Good Fortune Blessing Empowerment
Sat. January 3, 9am to 5pm
Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods
1290 Williams St., Denver
Open to the public; $60 for all ($80 with optional Sunday retreat)
For more information, call 303.813.9551. Register at www.meditationincolorado.org.
This special event hosted by Avalokiteshvara Buddhist Center will guide participants through meditations to strengthen their lifespan, increase good fortune, and enrich their lives with a transforming wisdom. The event is a blessing empowerment of Buddha Amitayus with Gen Kelsang Losel.
NAAAP Networking Event with National Board
Sat. January 10th, Begins at 6:30pm
Hyatt Regency Hotel
650 15th Street, Denver
Free and open to general public
RSVP for the event at rsvp@naaapcolorado.org
In preparation for the National Association of Asian American Professionals’ 2009 Convention in Denver, members of the national board, including Chairman Brad Baldia, will be in town to meet with Denver professionals. This is an opportunity to network with Asian American professionals from across the country and visit the site of the 2009 Convention (Hyatt Regency), which will be held August 13-16, 2009.
3rd Annual Parker Asian Festival
Sat. January 17th, 2 to 6 pm
Parker Fieldhouse
18700 E. Plaza Drive, Parker
Purchase tickets at the event; $5 per person (children 3 and under are free)
The Parker Arts Council invites you to take a journey to the Far East right here in the Town of Parker. You will be mesmerized by traditional clothing, explanations of traditions going back thousands of years, and a wide variety of entertainment including music and dance performances, martial art demonstrations, and the amazing Lion Dance. The festival would not be complete without an Asian Market consisting of vendors providing food, beverages, and merchandise; an art display provided by the Parker Arts Guild; and children’s activities.
AAm’s Joy of Living Club New Year Celebration
Fri. January 23rd, Begins at 6:30pm
Empress Seafood Restaurant
2825 W Alameda Ave, Denver
Cost: $25 for AAm’s Joy of Living Club members; $30 for non-members
RSVP by Friday, January 16 with a check or card payment. Call 303.937.6888 or e-mail marketing@asianavenuemagazine.com.
Come celebrate the 2009 Lunar New Year, the Year of the Ox, (which falls on January 26, 2009) with Asian Avenue magazine! Join us for an exquisite traditional Chinese dinner, learn how to celebrate the New Year, play fun riddles for door prizes, and enjoy cultural entertainment. The evening includes a 10-course meal!
APDC Annual Fund Raising Banquet in celebration of The Year of the Ox
Sat. January 31st, 5:30 to 8:30pm
Palace Chinese Restaurant
6265 East Evans Ave, Denver
303.782.0300
Cost: $75 for individuals. Table sponsorships available.
For more information, please contact info@apdf.org or 303.365.2959 x104
Come to celebrate the New Year with a delicious dinner hosted by APDC, a non-profit organization dedicated to serving Colorado’s Asian American communities.
2009 Chinese New Year Celebration
Sat. January 31st, 11:30am to 3:30pm
Cherry Hills Community Church
3900 Grace Blvd., Highlands Ranch
For tickets, visit www.denverchineseschool.org or call 303.694.0547.
Tickets (includes lunch): Adult $15 ($18 at door); Children, Seniors and Groups (20 or more) $12 ($15 at door)
Visit the Far East right here in Denver to experience the most exciting and important Chinese cultural event, the Chinese New Year Celebration. Enjoy first class performances of acrobats, magic, “Face Changing”, folk and opera songs, lion dance, ancient Asian music, kung fu, solo and group folk dances by award-winning professional artists from China and around the US. Savor special prepared Chinese lunch and refreshment delights.
Divine Performing Arts Orchestra
· Fri. January 30th, 8pm
· Sat. January 31st, 2pm and 7:30pm
Buell Theatre at the Denver Performing Arts Complex
950 13th St, Denver
Cost: $35 - $90 (TicketsWest.com, call 866.464.2626
or at King Soopers)
For more information, visit DenverSpectacular.com or DivinePerformingArts.org
As part of an 80-city global tour, the Divine Performing Arts - Chinese New Year Spectacular performances are returning to Denver for three shows. Divine Performing Arts brings to life classical Chinese dance and music in a gloriously colorful and exhilarating show. Its masterful choreography and graceful routines light up the stage, with gorgeously costumed dancers moving in stunning patterns. Based on ancient heroic legends and modern courageous tales, the charm of a DPA show should not be missed.
Bharat Utsav 2009
Sat. January 31st or February 7th (TBA)
Location and details TBA
For more information, visit www.iaocdenver.org or e-mail: info@iaocdenver.com
India Association of Colorado celebrates “Bharat Utsav 2009” to commemorate the 60 years of Indian Republic. The program constitutes of Indian cultural programs, Indian Classical dances, Indian Folk dances, Bollywood Cinematic dances, Bollywood music and Indian food stalls. Various local artists perform at this event demonstrating their cultural talents and diversity. This event is very lively and entertaining as it brings the memories from back home in India to life here in Colorado. India has a very rich tradition of classical dance and music.
FEBRUARY 2009
Free Classes of Taoist Tai ChiSociety® taijiquan (tai chi)
Sat. February 7th, 1 to 3pm
7560 Sheridan Blvd, Westminster
Free and open to the public
For more information, call 303.431.6094 or e-mail colorado@taoist.org
You are cordially invited to attend a FREE class of Taoist Tai Chi Society® taijiquan (tai chi). People of all ages and any level of health can benefit from tai chi. Designed to increase strength, flexibility and balance, tai chi improves overall well being and reduces stress. Come join us for demonstrations and light refreshments; then try a few moves yourself! Try tai chi free!
“Xuan Tren Pho” Vietnamese New Years Culture Show and Dance
Sat. February 7th, 7pm to 12am
UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom, Boulder, off of Euclid and Broadway
Open and free to the general public
Fore more information, e-mail vsa@colorado.edu
The Vietnamese Student Association at Boulder invites you to come celebrate the Lunar New Year with live performances by Cat Tien, Andy Quach, and Sonic 5, a fashion show, student singing and dances, lion dance and free prizes.
Vietnamese Tet Gala by University of Denver’s VSA
Sat. February 14th, 5 to 10pm
Davis Auditorium, University of Denver
2000 E. Asbury Ave, Denver CO 80208
Tickets: $15/person; $25 VIP
Tickets can be bought at Pho Duy, Hong Phat Market, Cuc Hoang or online at vsa_tet.ezregister.com
Come for a cultural celebration hosted by DU’s Vietnamese Students Association, featuring famous pop singers, dragon dance, comedy skit, traditional and modern performances. Dinner is included.
E-mail upcoming events to Asian Avenue magazine at info@asianavenuemagazine.com.