BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County Chapter - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County Chapter X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.tap-oc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County Chapter REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20160313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20161106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20170312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20171105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230311T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230311T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20230222T215334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T002905Z UID:6108-1678519800-1678536000@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:03/11 Someone Cares Soup Kitchen DESCRIPTION:Help TAP-OC show that someone cares at Someone Cares Soup Kitchen in Costa Mesa! We want to be able to provide a nutritional meal to the homeless\, unemployed\, the working poor\, the mentally challenged\, the physically challenged\, senior citizens\, and of course\, the children. Help us prep and serve a well-balanced meal to the less fortunate in our community and make an important impact.\n\nNo one should go to bed hungry and that includes the less fortunate in our community!\n\nSomeone Cares Soup Kitchen serves over 300 guests per day and has made an amazing impact in our Orange County community. This event is free to everyone and the more people help\, the better!! We are excited to see everyone there!\n\nDress Code: Comfortable/casual/appropriate clothing (no tank tops\, short shorts\, exposed mid-drift). Closed-toed shoes. Volunteers who have long hair must pull it back into a ponytail or bun. Inappropriate tattoos must be covered.\n\nLast Day to register: March 3rd\, 2023\nRSVP: tinyurl.com/tapocsc23registration URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/03-11-someone-cares/ LOCATION:Someone Cares Soup Kitchen\, 720 W 19th St\,\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92627\, United States CATEGORIES:causes,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/someone-cares.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221217T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20221208T074833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T222456Z UID:6078-1671282000-1671292800@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:12/17 DIY Pet Toys for Irvine Animal Shelter DESCRIPTION:It’s the holidays and the time to give! Help shelter animals believe in love and hope again by helping us make supplies for them. We also encourage you to dress up for this event in holiday clothing (such as Santa’s elves\, Santa\, etc…). We want to make it as fun as possible! \nAt this DIY session\, we will be making:\n– No-sew fleece blankets\n– Cat kennel curtains (for people with sewing machine experience)\n– Crocheted cat toys\n– Crocheted nests\nfor the Irvine Animal Care Center. \n For people who crochet or sew\, please donate supplies any extra supplies (cloth\, yarn\, etc.) and if you want to sew cat kennel curtains\, please bring your own sewing machine. The instructions are on the City of Irvine website: https://www.cityofirvine.org/irvine-animal-care…/volunteer at the section where it says “Need more Flexibility?”\n Tickets for the event are $10 per person. All proceeds will be used to purchase supplies for the DIY projects!! https://www.zeffy.com/…/676a0fb9-576e-4254-b8a5… \nWe can’t wait to see everyone there at this fun and relaxing DIY session!! URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/12-17-diy-pet-toys-for-irvine-animal-shelter/ LOCATION:The Source\, 6940 Beach Blvd\, Buena Park\, CA\, 90621\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,family friendly,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4E11C5F6-F906-4FE6-8137-B8C11D04EA6B.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220416T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220416T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20220406T062830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220406T062830Z UID:5850-1650101400-1650110400@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:04/16 Earth Day Beach Clean Up DESCRIPTION:In light of celebrating Earth Day \, TAP-OC is leading a beach clean-up on April 16.\nWe invite you to join us at our next community service event in Huntington Beach.\n\n April 16th\, Saturday 9:30 am to 12pm\n 22355 Pacific Coast Hwy\, Huntington Beach\, CA 92646\n Park by the streets or entrance (which would be paid)\n——————————————–\nTo sign up\, please register at :\nhttps://tinyurl.com/TAPOCBeachCleanUP\n——————————————–\nWhat to Bring?\n** Come prepared!\n= Closed-toed shoes\n= Comfortable\, active and weather-appropriate clothing\n= Sun protection (e.g. Hat\, Sunglasses\, Sunscreen\, etc.)\n= Reusable water bottle\n= BYO Bag\, Bucket\, and/or Gloves\n———————————————\n NOTE: Attendees must be fully vaccinated at least 14 days before the event with proof of vaccination\, or show a negative result for a PCR COVID test within 72 hours or rapid test within 24 hours. Proof of vaccination or negative COVID test result will be required at check-in.\n———————————————\nIf you have any questions or comments about our event or about TAP-OC\, please message us directly on FB or IG. You can also e-mail us at info@tap-oc.org.\n———————————————\nSafer Space Policy\nTAP-OC aims to create events with a respectful\, understanding\, and kind space\, where members feel welcomed and are able to express themselves freely. Therefore\, TAP-OC holds a zero tolerance policy for all forms of physical and verbal harassment and discrimination. Please immediately report any inappropriate and unwanted behavior to a TAP-OC Board Member should this occur\, and appropriate actions will be taken. TAP-OC upholds high standards and expectations to host events with a safe and welcoming community.\n———————————————\nAbout TAP-OC\nTaiwanese American Professionals – Orange County (TAP-OC) is an inclusive community that not only connects like-minded individuals of all cultures and backgrounds who are looking to contribute to something bigger than ourselves by giving back to society\, but also build lifelong friendships that will grow beyond the organization while pursuing professional and personal growth!\n———————————————\nJoin our events and tell your friends! To stay tuned\, follow us on Instagram @TAP_OC and Facebook “Taiwanese American Professionals – Orange County – TAP-OC” for upcoming activities.\n———————————————\nSUBSCRIBE to our Newsletter!\nhttps://www.tap-oc.org/newsletter-archive/ URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/04-16-earth-day-beach-clean-up/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:causes,outdoor,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/278003074_5349529515126386_6136129189195671106_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210605T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210605T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20210607T164045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T164045Z UID:5352-1622890800-1622898000@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:06/05 Food Bank: Pack-a-Box DESCRIPTION:It’s been a bit longer than an year into pandemic. Unfortunately millions of our neighbors are still facing hunger\, let alone thinking about which restaurants to check out once everything reopens. Food banks across the country have been doing their best to make sure our neighbors impacted by the crisis have the food they need. Come join this Pack-A-Box program on 5th June to help our community OC Food bank is dedicated to send all the food box to over 70 sites that will be serving 25\,500 low-income seniors every month. Let’s roll up our sleeves and be part of that \n● Date: 5th June\, Saturday\, 2021\n● Time: 11am – 1pm\n● Location: 11870 Monarch Street Garden Grove\, CA 92841\n● Parking: Address will take you to the back of warehouse and parking is plenty.\n● Safety guideline: Glove\, mask\, and hand sanitizer are available.\n● Note: You will be working in a high energy and fast-paced environment in this warehouse for two hours. No closed-toed shoes. No sandals. Please dress accordingly in comfortable cloths and shoes!\n● To sign up: **IMPORTANT** \nDue to safety measures\, OC Food Bank requires all the volunteers to register INDIVIDUALLY. So besides our TAPOC sign up form\, we also need you to register separately through their website. (It’s REALLY quick!!)\nTAP-OC sign up link: https://forms.gle/7WBu85bX4jGhHze29\nOC Food Bank sign up link: https://capoc.volunteerhub.com/ URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/06-05-food-bank-pack-a-box/ LOCATION:OC Food Bank\, 11870 Monarch St.\, Garden Grove\, CA\, 92841 CATEGORIES:causes,indoor,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/186541801_4336650776414270_3359627143977750961_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210424T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210424T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20210404T225857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210404T225857Z UID:5301-1619272800-1619278200@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:04/24 Earth Day Beach Cleanup DESCRIPTION:YAY it really feels a lot like summer now As people start coming out to enjoy beach day\, we are inviting you to our Earth Day Beach Cleanup event to help maintain our environment/community that we call home!\n– Location: 21291 Pacific Coast Hwy\, Huntington Beach\, CA 92648 (meetup point will be at this Jack’s bike rental and we go from there)\n– Time: 24th April \, 2 PM – 330 PM\n– Parking: Always plenty of meter street parking close by\, but given it’s Saturday you might want to get here 10 mins earlier.\n– Supply: We will have hand sanitizer\, gloves\, trash bags ready…with that said\, just show up There is also beach foot washing station\n** Wear whatever shoes you feel comfortable walking around the beach\, and don’t forget sunscreen **\nSign up at :\nhttps://forms.gle/EnwzbZjtAnZ6XW349 URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/04-24-earth-day-beach-cleanup/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:nature,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/163624631_4163429107069772_1927155750203642841_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210116T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210119T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20210113T024308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T024308Z UID:5093-1610794800-1611082800@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:01/16 AND 01/19 Pet Food Pantry Drive DESCRIPTION:!!! Two Drop-off Times !!!\n\nHappy New Year Everyone! While a lot of people have fostered/adopted a fur-iend because of Covid\, many out there have struggled to keep theirs with them due to losses of job caused by Covid shutdown. OneOC created a program to help those impacted by COVID in keeping their beloved pets at home. TAPOC wants to contribute too and we are running a pet food pantry donation drive with OneOC this time!\nSign up at the following link: https://forms.gle/MtWWQ9JaGtioaKR99\n\n● Item needed:\n– HIGHEST NEED – Dry/wet cat & kitten food\n– Wet dog food\n– Wet/dry puppy food\n– The All-Life Stages Pet food (Dog & Cat) is great for puppies\, adult dogs\, and senior dogs. The same type of All-Life Stages food is perfect for the kittens and cats.\n– Rabbit food (Pellets/Timothy Hay)\,\n– Small pocket pet food (hamsters\, gerbils\, mice\, guinea pigs)\n– Bird food (large and small)\n** Any amount is encouraged. Don’t need to package it. You can just bring it in a bag or a box.\n\n●Remote drop off :\n– If you purchase anything through amazon\, you can select Amazon Hub Locker at 7881 Edinger Avenue (WholeFoods at Bella Terra in Huntington Beach). Leave the pickup code & time to us through DM. Easiest way!!\n\n●Location / time to drop off :\n– 16th Jan \, Saturday\, 11am to 1130 am. @ComeBuy in Huntington Beach Bella Terra Plaza. (Boba run anyone? Their tea selection is good!) 7777 Edinger Ave #174\, Huntington Beach\, CA 92647\n– 19th Jan \, Tuesday\, 7pm to 730 pm. @Sunright Tea Studio (still\, anyone?) 3313 Hyland Ave a7\, Costa Mesa\, CA 92626 URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/01-16-and-01-19-pet-food-pantry-drive/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:animals,causes,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/TAP-OC-Family-Pet-Food-Pantry.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201114T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201114T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20201111T071641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201111T071641Z UID:5077-1605351600-1605353400@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:11/14 Essential Kit Assembly & Donation Drive DESCRIPTION:Want to find a remote way to support our Orange County community especially during this COVID difficult time? TAP-OC is running a donation drive to collect essential items as our contribution to help Orange County United Way provide impactful support for those most in need!\n● Kits/supplies needed are:\n– Hygiene Kit – Essential hygiene supplies for local men\, women\, and children in need. These can be catered to veterans and seniors as well ( ideas: Hand sanitizer\, toothbrush\, mouth wash\, cleaning wipe\, dental floss\, etc)\n– Literacy Kit – Help local elementary students by supplying resources such as books\, crayons\, activities\, pencil/sharpener\, pack of construction paper\, and other essentials needed for learning.\n*** Hygiene items will need to be new. Literacy items don’t necessarily need to be brand new but should be somewhat in good.. functional condition so kids can have a better learning experience with them ***\n● How to :\n1. it’s good to have 10-12 items in one Hygiene Kit and 6-8 items in one Literacy Kit.\n2. Don’t mix hygiene/literacy items in the same box.\n3. Pack the kits into clear Ziploc bags.\n4. If you have a few more items than your bag can fit\, still bring them over and we will do our best to combine all individual items and pack them together at the end.\n\n● Location / time to drop off :\n> 11/12 – 5pm to 6pm – Look for GreenLeaf (3321 Hyland Ave\, Costa Mesa\, CA 92626) and find us right in front of it.\n> 11/14 – 11am to 1130am – Fountain Valley Mile Square Regional Park Archery Range (16801 Euclid Ave\, Fountain Valley\, CA 92704)\n**Note** if you want to drop off your supplies outside of these two-time frames\, leave a message here or in the google form below and we will see if another slot should be opened up.\n** If you want to drop off the kit and also have signed up for our 11/14 archery event\, then our Community Service Event minion Abby can collect it from you.\n● To participate:\nplease sign up via the Google Form\nhttps://forms.gle/5QefUgyMx2U4vQEe7\nYou all “remote hero”\, thank you!! URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/11-14-essential-kit-assembly-donation-drive/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/2020-Kit-Drive.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201112T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201112T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20201111T071414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201111T071414Z UID:5072-1605200400-1605204000@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:11/12 Essential Kit Assembly & Donation Drive DESCRIPTION:Want to find a remote way to support our Orange County community especially during this COVID difficult time? TAP-OC is running a donation drive to collect essential items as our contribution to help Orange County United Way provide impactful support for those most in need!\n● Kits/supplies needed are:\n– Hygiene Kit – Essential hygiene supplies for local men\, women\, and children in need. These can be catered to veterans and seniors as well ( ideas: Hand sanitizer\, toothbrush\, mouth wash\, cleaning wipe\, dental floss\, etc)\n– Literacy Kit – Help local elementary students by supplying resources such as books\, crayons\, activities\, pencil/sharpener\, pack of construction paper\, and other essentials needed for learning.\n*** Hygiene items will need to be new. Literacy items don’t necessarily need to be brand new but should be somewhat in good.. functional condition so kids can have a better learning experience with them ***\n● How to :\n1. it’s good to have 10-12 items in one Hygiene Kit and 6-8 items in one Literacy Kit.\n2. Don’t mix hygiene/literacy items in the same box.\n3. Pack the kits into clear Ziploc bags.\n4. If you have a few more items than your bag can fit\, still bring them over and we will do our best to combine all individual items and pack them together at the end.\n\n● Location / time to drop off :\n> 11/12 – 5pm to 6pm – Look for GreenLeaf (3321 Hyland Ave\, Costa Mesa\, CA 92626) and find us right in front of it.\n> 11/14 – 11am to 1130am – Fountain Valley Mile Square Regional Park Archery Range (16801 Euclid Ave\, Fountain Valley\, CA 92704)\n**Note** if you want to drop off your supplies outside of these two-time frames\, leave a message here or in the google form below and we will see if another slot should be opened up.\n** If you want to drop off the kit and also have signed up for our 11/14 archery event\, then our Community Service Event minion Abby can collect it from you.\n● To participate:\nplease sign up via the Google Form\nhttps://forms.gle/5QefUgyMx2U4vQEe7\nYou all “remote hero”\, thank you!! URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/11-12-essential-kit-assembly-donation-drive/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/2020-Kit-Drive.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200502 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20200418T001130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200418T001130Z UID:4903-1585702800-1588294799@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:April TAP-OC Virtual Food Drive DESCRIPTION:You can help us provide more fresh fruits\, vegetables\, dairy and proteins to our neighbors in Orange County who face food insecurity with your contributions through your Virtual Food Drive. Thanks to the food bank’s buying power where $1 helps provide 3 meals\, you can make an immediate impact! Every dollar raised through this Virtual Food Drive will be used to buy nutritious food for our community. \nTAP-OC’s goal is $1\,000 which equates to 3\,000 meals! We are hoping to achieve this goal way before our deadline of 4/30/2020. \nDonate through this link: https://www.yourfooddrive.org/drive.php?TAPOC URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/april-tap-oc-virtual-food-drive/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/92213594_3203501983062494_4829587224230100992_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200222T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200222T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20200417T233426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200417T233426Z UID:4871-1582374600-1582380000@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:02/22 Business Clothes Donation Drive DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, Feb. 2\, 2020\, a fire broke out at the Working Wardrobes headquarters located in Irvine\, CA. Unfortunately\, everything has been destroyed by this fire. Working Wardrobes are working with the Orange County community so they can continue their mission of helping men\, women\, young adults and veterans overcome difficult challenges and achieve the dignity of work. \n***HOW YOU CAN HELP***\nCome join other TAP-OC members for lunch and drop off your donation items!\nPLEASE NOTE: Donated clothing must be in great condition\, clean and ON HANGERS. We need business casual and professional business attire\, nice accessories\, shoes\, purses\, and costume jewelry. \nLearn more about Working Wardrobes (https://workingwardrobes.org/) URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/02-22-business-clothes-donation-drive/ LOCATION:TRADE Food Hall\, 2222 Michelson Drive\, Irvine\, CA\, 92612 CATEGORIES:service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/86864323_3085279218218105_6719493557410856960_o.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190922T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190922T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20190907T013935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190907T013935Z UID:4295-1569139200-1569153600@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:09/22 MORE THAN PINK 5K with TAP DESCRIPTION:SAME PLACE. SAME FIGHT. NEW NAME.\nTHE RACE FOR THE CURE IS NOW THE MORE THAN PINK WALK! \nYou are invited to join TAP-OC as we partner with the Southern California Chapter of North America Taiwanese Women’s Association (NATWA) under the “Team Taiwan” banner in the Susan G. Komen MORE THAN PINK Walk. \nREGISTRATION:\n> Visit the official race page: http://bit.ly/TAPisMorethanPink\n1) Create a new account or sign in to an existing account.\n2) Choose to “Join a Team”\n3) Search for “Team Taiwan” – Led by Eleanor Tsai\n4) Join and pay the registration fee.\n5) Get ready to beat this 5K! \nOnline registration will be available up until the morning of the event.\nRegistration fees from June 1 – September 22\, 2019:\n$25 – All Participants (All ages are welcome)\n** Day of Event Registration fee is: $35 \nMeeting Place & Time:\nFront of Marriott Hotel\n900 Newport Center Dr\nNewport Beach\, CA 92660 \nTeam Taiwan will meet at 8:00 AM in front of the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel. We recommend to park at Corporate Plaza (PCH & Newport Center Dr.)\, walk to the registration/check-in booth to grab your badge\, and to walk to our meeting place. There is no need to shuttle. Our race time begins at 9:00 AM sharp. Remember to bring sunscreen and your favorite thirst quencher. \nBackground Information:\nSusan G. Komen is the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting to save lives\, empower people\, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures. Since 1982\, the organization has invested nearly $1 billion to fulfill the promise becoming one of the largest sources of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world. \nNorth America Taiwanese Women’s Association-Southern CA Chapter (NATWA-SCA) has been participating in this event since 2005 as “Team Taiwan”. We will love to invite all our friends to participate in this very meaningful activity to help raise funds for the breast cancer research and education. In the meantime\, it will also increase the visibility of Taiwan. \nWHAT’S NEW FOR 2019:\nNo need to pick a start time–everyone walks together at 9:00am\nRegistered participants will receive an exclusive Komen Orange County wrap*\nRaise $100 and earn a special edition #MoreThanPink Walk shirt* URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/09-22-more-than-pink-5k-with-tap/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:fitness,outdoor,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/2019-Susan-G-Komen-TAP-OC-NATWA.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190714T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190714T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20190712T175603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190712T175603Z UID:3683-1563102000-1563120000@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:07/14 From Dinosaurs to People DESCRIPTION:Heritage Museum of Orange County brings history to life at the “6th “Annual From Dinosaurs to People: Reliving Orange County’s Past”. This one-day only free family event will explore Orange County’s rich heritage of cultural history\, natural history\, prehistoric animals and plants\, natural habitats\, and local Native American history. \nAt the event\, TAP-OC will present you some fun craft activities and also trivia games with ice cooled winter melon tea! The event is free and kid friendly! Find out more details at the below link! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/418983615372454/ URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/07-14-from-dinosaurs-to-people/ LOCATION:Heritage Museum Santa Ana\, 3101 W Harvard St\, Santa Ana\, CA\, 92704 CATEGORIES:cultural,educational,games,outdoor,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/65818960_2587578857988146_5806754943347982336_o.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190608T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190608T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20190603T221931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190603T221931Z UID:2971-1559982600-1559993400@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:06/08 Summer Food Bank Service DESCRIPTION:Summer is here and so is our next community service event! Join TAP-OC as we volunteer at the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County. There are a limited number of spots available for volunteers\, so be sure to sign up ASAP if you missed our previous events! \nWe will be helping out by sorting and packaging fresh produce\, non-perishable food and food drive items. Together\, we are able to fight hunger in our community\, one step at a time. \n**Sign up here** https://feedoc.volunteerhub.com/event/index/8454851\nLocation: Second Harvest Food Bank (8014 Marine Way\, Irvine CA 92618) \n**Directions and Parking**\nPlease plan to arrive 10 – 15 minutes prior to the start of the shift to allow time to check in and begin on time.\n>> Map and directions to Second Harvest Food Bank: https://goo.gl/jZX9Ad\n>> Parking directions: https://goo.gl/tLEpqh \n**What to Wear and Expect**\n>> Closed-toed shoes are required.\n>> The temperature in the distribution center is similar to the temperature outside. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing accordingly.\n>> It is recommended not bringing any valuable items with you or leave them in your car. URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/06-08-summer-food-bank-service/ LOCATION:Second Harvest Food Bank\, 8014 Marine Way\, Irvine\, CA\, 92618\, United States CATEGORIES:indoor,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/60714524_2507698589309507_1770715411554238464_o.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190518T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20190506T175512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190506T175512Z UID:2173-1558170000-1558180800@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:05/18 OC Nature Restoration DESCRIPTION:Living in OC\, have you ever paid a visit to the heritages in OC and learned about OC’s stories and history? TAP-OC is here to present you a great opportunity to learn more about our home Orange County while helping restoring the area with Heritage Museum of Orange County. \nHeritage Museum of Orange County is a cultural and natural history center dedicated to preserving\, promoting\, and restoring the heritage of Orange County and the surrounding region through quality hands-on educational programs for students and visitors of all ages. \nSign up the at below link today!\nhttps://forms.gle/FxuAPuvPCzrHrgGB6 \n>> Time <<\nSaturday\, May 18th\, 9:00 am-12:00 pm \n>> Location <<\n3101 West Harvard Street\nSanta Ana\, CA 92704 \n>> How we are going to help <<\nWe will be helping on trail maintenance\, nature observations\, trash cleanup\, etc. (More details to come.)\nAll equipment will be provided. \n>> What to Wear <<\n– Weather-appropriate work clothes\n– Close-toe walking shoes\n– Sunscreen\, sunglasses\, and sunhat \nWe will send out an email to you for the details and confirmation when the day gets closer. If you have any questions\, please contact us at tina.lee@tap-oc.org \nCheers\, \nTAP-OC URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/05-18-oc-nature-restoration/ LOCATION:Heritage Museum Santa Ana\, 3101 W Harvard St\, Santa Ana\, CA\, 92704 CATEGORIES:nature,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/58669733_2464743360271697_7458778950857129984_o.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190420T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190420T123000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20190326T060146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190326T060146Z UID:2051-1555750800-1555763400@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:04/20 Earthroots Volunteering at Big Oak Canyon DESCRIPTION:We’ve got big plans to make a real impact for the community here at TAP-OC. Are you ready to be a part of it? Earthroots is developing a 200-year plan for restoring and stewarding Big Oak Canyon and you are invited to assist with with these efforts! \nLimited spots available\, sign up here:\nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Wc0V899WlRjtKNHWg_LpgMuqCIqsL_q3Asv__tW9v40/edit \n*** All ages are welcome. Ages 12 and under require adult supervision. Ages 12-18 need an adult signature on the release form. This event will qualify for any high school students looking to complete their community service requirements. Please bring your verification form to the volunteer event to get it signed. \n>> Time <<\nSaturday\, April 20th\, 9am-12:30pm \n>> Location <<\nBig Oak Canyon (30464 Silverado Canyon Road\, Silverado Canyon\, CA\, 92676) \n>> How are we going to help <<\n1) Clear non-native plants\, trees\, and grasses from our 39-acre property\n2) Restore a seasonal wetland habitat\n3) Tend the orchard\n4) Litter removal\n5) Count animal/plant species\n6) Paint a shade structure and signs\n7) Enjoy the nature and some good workout with new friends! \n>> What to Bring <<\nAll the tools will be provided\, here are some suggestions of what you can bring:\nA comfortable backpack with…\n– Energizing\, healthy snacks & lunch\n– Plenty of water in a refillable container (there is limited potable water at Big Oak)\n– Extra set of clothes for the ride home (in case you get wet/muddy/dirty) \n>> What to Wear <<\n– Weather-appropriate work clothes (long-sleeve and long pants suggested)\n– Warm layers\n– Sturdy walking shoes\n– Sunscreen\, sunglasses\, and sunhat \nWe will send out an email to you for the details and confirmation. If you have any questions\, please contact us at tina.lee@tap-oc.org \nCheers\,\nTAP-OC URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/04-20-earthroots-volunteering-at-big-oak-canyon/ LOCATION:Big Oak Canyon\, 30464 Silverado Canyon Rd\, Silverado\, CA\, 92676 CATEGORIES:nature,outdoor,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/TAP-OC-Earthroots-Service-Event.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190223T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190223T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20190208T003915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190208T003915Z UID:1779-1550912400-1550923200@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:02/23 Harvest Season Volunteer DESCRIPTION:Spring is here and who’s ready for some fun time harvesting for a good cause? \nEvery year Orange County Food Access Coalition (OCFAC) harvests hundreds of thousands fresh products that would have otherwise gone to waste and was donated to those in need. This year\, let TAP-OC help! We are going to pick the excess fruits from the neighborhood backyard and have them sent to the Saddleback Church\, which will distribute the fruits to our neighbors in need. \nSign up here!\nhttps://goo.gl/forms/QZIy4JUEtcFq5S2K3 \n[Time] Saturday\, February 23rd\, 9:00am – 12:00pm\n[Location] Lake Forest / El Toro Park neighborhood (***Address will be sent along with the confirmation email.)\n[Attire] Sneakers and exercise outfit. Tools to glean will be provided.\n[Waiver] We will have printed waiver for you to sign on the day of. \nPlease sign up with the form by 2/19. We will send out an email confirmation with the volunteer details and address. If you have any questions\, please contact us at tina.lee@tap-oc.org \nHappy Chinese New Year! \nTAP-OC URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/02-23-harvest-season-volunteer/ LOCATION:El Toro Community Park\, Los Alisos Blvd\, Lake Forest\, California\, 92630 CATEGORIES:outdoor,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/TAP-OC-Harvest-Event-February-2019.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181209T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181209T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20181109T071917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181109T071917Z UID:1212-1544362200-1544371200@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:12/09 Home for the Paw-lidays! DESCRIPTION:Home for Holidays pet adoption fair is around the corner! Irvine Animal Center hosts the pet adoption event twice every year. Earlier this year there were more than 320 animals found their home and more than $45K was raised to support Irvine Animal Care Center. We would like to invite you to join the crew making OC a better place for animals! \nTime: Sunday\, December 9 at 1:45pm-4pm\nLocation: Irvine Animal Care Center (6443 Oak Canyon\, Irvine\, CA 92618) \n<>\nhttps://goo.gl/forms/AHbGLKJOywVzA0Gz2 \nWhat to expect:\n***Duties: Volunteers will work in small groups to break down the event – putting away tents\, tables\, chairs\, banners\, fencing\, signs\, trashcan\, and other items throughout the center.\n***Requirements: Must be able to push\, pull\, lift and carry up to 30 pounds.\n***Attire: Flat\, closed-toed shoes are required and pants are recommended. \nPlease sign up with the link by 12/2 (we have only 15 spots available\, first come first serve). We will send out an email to you for confirmation. If you have any questions\, please contact us at tina.lee@tap-oc.org URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/12-09-home-for-the-paw-lidays/ LOCATION:Irvine Animal Care Center\, 6443 Oak Cyn\, Irvine\, CA\, 92618 CATEGORIES:animals,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/taiwanese-american-professionals-xmas-pet-fair-2018.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181114T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181114T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20181030T010521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181030T010521Z UID:1147-1542218400-1542229200@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:11/14 TAPpy Hour x Toy Drive DESCRIPTION:Missed us at our last TAPpy Hour? No worries\, we are back! Join us for our fall TAPpy Hour on 11/14 at Fireside Tavern in Costa Mesa. Guests will be able to enjoy gourmet food while catching up with the community! \nMore details about the toy drive and Happy Hour specials TBA! \nPlenty of free parking on site! Fireside Tavern is located inside the Crowne Plaza Hotel. \nIf you have any questions\, contact us at tina.lee@tap-oc.org or amanda.ni@tap-oc.org. URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/11-14-tappy-hour-x-toy-drive/ LOCATION:Fireside Tavern\, 3131 Bristol Street\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92626 CATEGORIES:holiday,service,social,tappy hour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/tappy-hour-x-toy-drive-2018-taiwanese.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180923T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180923T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20180907T053409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180907T053409Z UID:1074-1537689600-1537700400@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:09/23 Race for the Cure DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join TAP-OC as we partner with the Southern California Chapter of North America Taiwanese Women’s Association (NATWA) as “Team Taiwan” in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure! The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure has been the most powerful event that raises significant funds and awareness for the breast cancer movement\, and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease. \nTo Register with Team Taiwan:\nVisit www.komenoc.org/race > Register Today\n> Join a Team > Login/Register\n> Search for Team Taiwan > Complete Registration*.\n*Registration Fees: Adult ($35) | Breast Cancer Survivors ($30) | Youth ($15). All ages are welcome! \nMeeting Place & Time:\n900 Newport Center Dr\, Newport Beach\, CA 92660\nTeam Taiwan will meet at 8 AM in front of the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel. We recommend to park at Corporate Plaza (PCH & Newport Center Dr.)\, and to walk to our meeting place at the Marriot Hotel. There is no need to shuttle. Our race time begins at approximately 9:45 AM and ends by 12:15 PM. Remember to bring sunscreen and your favorite thirst quencher. \nBackground Information:\nSusan G. Komen for the Cure is the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting to save lives\, empower people\, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures. Since 1982\, the organization has invested nearly $1 billion to fulfill the promise becoming one of the largest sources of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world. \nNorth America Taiwanese Women’s Association-Southern CA Chapter (NATWA-SCA) has been participating in this event since 2005 as “Team Taiwan”. We will love to invite all our friends to participate in this very meaningful activity to help raise funds for the breast cancer research and education. In the meantime\, it will also increase the visibility of Taiwan. URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/09-23-race-for-the-cure/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:fitness,outdoor,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/taiwanese-american-professionals-orange-county-race-for-cure-2018.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180811T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180811T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20180710T190911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180813T074855Z UID:857-1533990600-1534001400@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:08/11 Hungry to End Hunger DESCRIPTION:Summer is here and so is our next community service event! Join TAP-OC as we volunteer at the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County. There are a limited number of spots available for volunteers\, so be sure to sign up ASAP if you missed our previous events! \nWe will be helping out by sorting and packaging fresh produce\, non-perishable food and food drive items. Together\, we are able to fight hunger in our community\, one step at a time. \n**Sign up here** https://feedoc.volunteerhub.com/Event/Index/6452103 (only 15 spots available.)\nLocation: Second Harvest Food Bank (8014 Marine Way\, Irvine CA 92618) \n**Directions and Parking**\nPlease plan to arrive 10 – 15 minutes prior to the start of the shift to allow time to check in and begin on time.\n>> Map and directions to Second Harvest Food Bank: https://goo.gl/jZX9Ad\n>> Parking directions: https://goo.gl/tLEpqh \n**What to Wear and Expect**\n>> Closed-toed shoes are required.\n>> The temperature in the distribution center is similar to the temperature outside. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing accordingly.\n>> It is recommended not bringing any valuable items with you or leave them in your car. URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/08-11-community-service-hungry-to-end-hunger/ LOCATION:Second Harvest Food Bank\, 8014 Marine Way\, Irvine\, CA\, 92618\, United States CATEGORIES:indoor,service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/taiwanese-american-professionals-orange-county-food-bank-18-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180715T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180715T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20180620T232728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180620T232850Z UID:824-1531672200-1531681200@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:07/15 Rescue Mission Service DESCRIPTION:Out of sight doesn’t mean out of mind. In Orange County\, there are hundreds of homeless that are in need for help. Orange County Rescue Mission\, a non-profit organization based in OC\, has well-designed programs to help them in job training\, education\, shelter\, clothing\, food\, and so on. \nAs we being part of the community\, TAP-OC would like to invite you to join us to volunteer for the dinner service with Rescue Mission. We will only have 10 spots open for this volunteer. To secure your spot\, please sign up with the google link. \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdddxjkEdyDNyhKjRWLmABW49P_hgxAPjF_4wMKzdo1azHNgQ/viewform \n*** Time: 4:30pm-7:00pm\n*** Location: One Hope Drive\, Tustin\, CA 92782\n*** Duty: Serve dinner to the residents at Village of Hope and help clean up afterwards. \nWe will send out an email to you for the detail and confirmation. If you have any questions\, please contact us at tina.lee@tap-oc.org URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/824/ LOCATION:Village Of Hope\, 1 Hope Dr\, Tustin\, California\, 92782 CATEGORIES:service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.tap-oc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/taiwanese-american-professionals-orange-county-rescue-mission.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180603T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180603T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20180510T162556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180510T162812Z UID:763-1528038000-1528045200@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:06/03 Super Pet Adoption DESCRIPTION:Pet adoption fair is coming back! Last year was a great success and we had lots of fun helping set up at the Home for Holiday animal adoption fair. If you missed it\, must sign up early this time! 🙂 \nTime: Sunday\, June 3 from 3pm-5pm (actual event starts from 10am-3pm\, you are welcome to come earlier to pet our furry friends.) \nLocation: Irvine Animal Care Center (6443 Oak Canyon\, Irvine\, CA 92618) \n<> \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfARMZZmLAfgx4AQMtzDcHLGTjRalD53jSR7eOMR0t1n0OVwQ/viewform \nWhat to expect:\n***Duties: Volunteers will work in small groups to break down the event – putting away tents\, tables\, chairs\, banners\, fencing\, signs\, trashcan\, and other items throughout the center.\n***Requirements: Must be able to push\, pull\, lift and carry up to 30 pounds. \nPlease sign up with the link by 5/27 (we have only 25 spots available\, first come first serve). We will send out an email to you for the detail and confirmation. If you have any questions\, please contact us at tina.lee@tap-oc.org URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/06-03-super-pet-adoption/ LOCATION:Irvine Animal Care Center\, 6443 Oak Cyn\, Irvine\, CA\, 92618 CATEGORIES:animals,service ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180422T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180422T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20180327T164857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180406T000135Z UID:389-1524390300-1524398400@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:04/22 Earth Day Beach Clean-Up DESCRIPTION:What better way to celebrate Earth Day than a beach clean-up with TAP-OC? On April 22\, We invite you to join us at our next community service event in Huntington Beach as we partner with Orange County Coastkeeper. \n** Time: Sunday\, April 22nd\, 10:00am-12:00pm (meet at 9:45am)\n** Location: 22355 Pacific Coast Hwy\, Huntington Beach\, CA 92646 (Tower#2) \nTo sign up\, please fill out below google doc and enter “TAP-OC” for the group name.\nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFPl2xhWNlO-e6agG9UQ46qYgKSZmg2i5TYhMGj-JESQd95w/viewform \n** Parking: Let the parking attendant know that you are there for the “Beach Cleanup” to receive FREE parking.\n** Come prepared!\n= Closed-toed shoes\n= Comfortable\, active and weather-appropriate clothing\n= Sun protection (e.g. Hat\, Sunglasses\, Sunscreen\, etc.)\n= Reusable water bottle\n= BYO Bag\, Bucket\, and/or Gloves (bags and gloves will be provided with one dollar donation\, but it is recommended to bring your own reusable bag and gloves.) \nIf you have any questions\, feel free to contact us at tina.lee@tap-oc.org URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/earth-day-beach-clean-up/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:service ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180317T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180317T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20180315T063913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T233726Z UID:325-1521289800-1521300600@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:03/17 OC Food Bank DESCRIPTION:Join TAP-OC in our next Community Service event as we volunteer at the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County! We will be helping out by sorting and packaging fresh produce\, non-perishable food and food drive items. Together\, we are able to fight hunger in our community\, one step at a time. There are a limited number of spots available for volunteers\, so be sure to sign up ASAP if you want to help make a difference! \n**Sign up here** https://feedoc.volunteerhub.com/Event/Index/5424994 (only 20 spots available) All spots have been filled!\nLocation: Second Harvest Food Bank (8014 Marine Way\, Irvine CA 92618) \n**Directions and Parking**\nPlease plan to arrive 10 – 15 minutes prior to the start of the shift to allow time to check in and begin on time.\n>> Map and directions to Second Harvest Food Bank: https://goo.gl/jZX9Ad\n>> Parking directions: https://goo.gl/tLEpqh \n**What to Wear and Expect**\n>> Closed-toed shoes are required.\n>> The temperature in the distribution center is similar to the temperature outside. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing accordingly.\n>> It is recommended not bringing any valuable items with you or leave them in your car. URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/oc-food-bank/ LOCATION:Second Harvest Food Bank\, 8014 Marine Way\, Irvine\, CA\, 92618\, United States CATEGORIES:service ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171209T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171209T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20180404T195851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T234302Z UID:611-1512813600-1512820800@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:12/09 Pet Adoption Fair DESCRIPTION:Irvine Animal Center has been hosting its Home for Holidays adoption fair every year and this year we would like to invite you to help out and check out the cute rescued animals! (Dinner together afterwards!) \nTime: Saturday\, December 9 at 10am-12pm\nLocation: Irvine Animal Care Center (6443 Oak Canyon\, Irvine\, CA 92618) \nWhat to expect:\n***Duties: Set up tents\, tables\, chairs\, banners\, fencing\, signs\, trashcans and other items throughout the Center.\n***Requirements: Must be able to push\, pull\, lift and carry up to 30 pounds. \nPlease RSVP at below link by 11/20. We will send out an email to you for the details. If you have any questions\, please contact us at tina.lee@tap-oc.org URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/pet-adoption-fair/ LOCATION:Irvine Animal Care Center\, 6443 Oak Cyn\, Irvine\, CA\, 92618 CATEGORIES:animals,service ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171118T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171118T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20180404T200738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T234317Z UID:614-1511002800-1511013600@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:11/18 Holiday Toy Drive Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Thanksgiving is just around the corner and it is the perfect time to give back to the community! \nThis holiday season\, Taiwanese American Professionals – Orange County (TAP-OC) and OCTW are teaming up to host a Holiday Toy Drive Luncheon! Our goal this year is to provide 50 kids with toys this holiday season. Please come out\, support the kids and our community. \nDate and Time: November 18th 11:00am – 2:00pm\nLocation: 2901 W. MacArthur Blvd. #115 Santa Ana\, CA 92704\nTicket: $15 – includes lunch by O’Shine and a sponsored toy that will be donated to a kid in need. (Thanks to Sunlite Industrial Corp.!) \nCash and Venmo payments will be accepted at the door! \nIf you can’t make it\, you can still donate a toy to someone in need! Please Venmo TAP-OC or reach out to one of our boardmembers. \nOPTIONAL: \nOCTW and TAP-OC will also be supporting Samaritan’s Purse project\, Operation Christmas Child. Their mission is to provide local partners around the world with shoeboxes filled with small toys and school supplies as a means of reaching out to children in their own communities. Samaritan’s Purse provides these boxes to children affected by war\, poverty\, natural disaster\, famine and disease. \nWe ask that if you’re interested to participate in this great project. For all who participate\, there will be a competition for the best shoebox. Winner will receive a $50 gift card! Sound tempting? Invite your friends to join the feast of love and delicious Taiwanese food now! URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/holiday-toy-drive-luncheon/ LOCATION:TECO (Santa Ana)\, 2901 W. MacArthur Blvd. #115\, Santa Ana\, CA\, 92704 CATEGORIES:indoor,service ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170924T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170924T121500 DTSTAMP:20260423T175750 CREATED:20180404T202025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T234504Z UID:625-1506246300-1506255300@www.tap-oc.org SUMMARY:09/24 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join TAP-OC as we partner with the Southern California Chapter of North America Taiwanese Women’s Association (NATWA) as “Team Taiwan” in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure! The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure has been the most powerful event that raises significant funds and awareness for the breast cancer movement\, and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease. \nTo Register with Team Taiwan:\nVisit www.komenoc.org/race > Register Today\n> Join a Team > Login/Register\n> Search for Team Taiwan > Complete Registration*.\n*Registration Fees: Adult ($35) | Breast Cancer Survivors ($30) | Youth ($15). All ages are welcome! \nMeeting Place & Time:\n900 Newport Center Dr\, Newport Beach\, CA 92660\nTeam Taiwan will meet at 9:15 AM in front of the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel. We recommend to park at Corporate Plaza (PCH & Newport Center Dr.)\, and to walk to our meeting place at the Marriot Hotel. There is no need to shuttle. Our race time begins at approximately 9:45 AM and ends by 12:15 PM. Remember to bring sunscreen and your favorite thirst quencher. \nBackground Information:\nSusan G. Komen for the Cure is the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting to save lives\, empower people\, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures. Since 1982\, the organization has invested nearly $1 billion to fulfill the promise becoming one of the largest sources of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world. \nNorth America Taiwanese Women’s Association-Southern CA Chapter (NATWA-SCA) has been participating in this event since 2005 as “Team Taiwan”. We will love to invite all our friends to participate in this very meaningful activity to help raise funds for the breast cancer research and education. In the meantime\, it will also increase the visibility of Taiwan. URL:https://www.tap-oc.org/event/susan-g-komen-race-for-the-cure/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:fitness,outdoor,service ORGANIZER;CN="Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County (TAP-OC)":MAILTO:info@tap-oc.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR