Taiwanese American Professionals - Orange County Chapter

10/19 Double Ten Luncheon Celebration
2019-10-19 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | China Palace Restaurant, 13444 Newport Ave, Tustin, California, 92780
Double Ten Day is a National Holiday celebrated in Taiwan and is considered the birthday of our Beautiful Island. Join us in celebrating this joyous day while supporting local Taiwanese business in Orange County!
Our family banquet style luncheon will feature delicious dishes to share amongst our community family and friends. Limited tickets available!
Pre-sale Ticket (by 10/18): $20
Walk-in Ticket (day of 10/19): $25
>> Ticket link:https://forms.gle/gdtkpRE6RrZSbbDh6
(Price includes tax and tip.)
See ticket link for more payment info. Tickets are fully refundable if cancelled more than 72 hrs before the event. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@tap-oc.org. Thanks!

10/26 Dog Meets Dog Social
2019-10-26 11:00 - 13:30 | Petco Irvine, 15333 Culver Dr, Ste 500, Irvine, CA, 92604, United States
Boo let the dogs out?! ?
? Paws on what you’re doing and dress up your pooches! We’re bringing our Dog Meets Dog Social back, and this time with a fun twist. This doggy meet-up will have you howling for joy as our furry friends come dressed in their Halloween costumes at Petco.
? We will have special goodie bags from Petco for all the good doggos that are ready to trick or treat. Please RSVP ahead of time so we know how many to prepare! Dogs that dress up will get first pick at selecting goodie bags, which will include not only toys and treats, but also grooming coupons, free vet consultation with Petco’s new pet hospital, and special prizes like free private lessons with a dog trainer!
? No dog? No problem! We look forward to seeing you with or without a pup. Borrowed dogs will not be frowned upon and are highly encouraged!
? Afterwards, we’ll be hitting up a dog-friendly lunch spot to chow down with the pups around noon. Restaurant will be announced once we get closer to the event date!
? If you have any questions, please contact ilenia.chen@tap-oc.org. See you soon!

11/18 Holiday Drive & Foodie Social
2019-11-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Mess Food Hall, 1705 Flight Way, Tustin, CA, 92782
? Holiday season is upon us and what better time to give back to the community then now? Come join us for dinner and drop off your donation items for Grandma’s House of Hope!
?? Grandma’s House of Hope (GHH) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to improving the quality of life for Orange County’s most vulnerable, underserved and socio-economically disadvantaged community members by providing housing, food and trauma-informed supportive services.
? Please see below for a list of items needed. We will be packaging and writing cards in a later event in December.
• Bus passes
• Devotionals
• Daily Planners
• Shower Caddies
• Cleaning Supplies
• Blankets
• Toilet paper
• Coffee
• Paper Goods (paper plates, etc.)
• Cleaning Supplies
• Diapers (newborn, size 1,2,3
• Vacuums
• Lawn Mowers
• Brita Filters
• Gift cards
• Movie tickets to Regal or AMC theatres
• NEW twin bedding (including sheets, comforters, blankets, & pillows)
• Hygiene products (toothbrush, toothpaste, toilet tissue, body wash and lotion, shampoo/conditioner, dental floss, Q-tips, emery board, nail clippers, wash cloth, etc.)
• Art supplies
• Gardening supplies
• Seed packets
? We will meet up at the Mess Food Hall from 6-9pm on Monday, November 18th, 2019. Feel free to come and mingle while enjoying the food from local vendors and dropping off your donations for Grandma’s House of Hope.
Mess Hall at FLIGHT
1705 Flight Way, Tustin, CA 92782
Please sign up the event via the Google Form to let us know you will be attending on November 18th: https://forms.gle/RG46tWFBS2FpuuvBA
Friends and families are welcome!

11/22 ‘80s Skate Night “Fun”draiser
2019-11-22 19:30 - 22:00 | Holiday Skate Center, 175 N. Wayfield St., Orange, CA, 92867
We’re putting the “Fun” in fundraiser! Bring your family and friends and join TAP-OC at the Holiday Skate Center in Orange for a totally awesome night of roller skating! All levels and ages are welcome!
? Holiday Skate Center
175 N. Wayfield St.
Orange, CA 92867
? $14.50 will get you admission into the rink & regular skate rentals. Just let them know at the door that you’re with TAP-OC! Proceeds from ticket sales will go towards future events. Thank you for your support!
? Don’t forget your leg warmers and fanny packs! The best ‘80s outfit will get a prize!
Please RSVP online via https://forms.gle/B23FQpEQMbYPxJqU8.
Let the good times roll! ?
If you have any questions, please contact Esther.Lee@tap-oc.org.

12/15 Holiday Party (Gingerbread Contest & Gift Drive)
2019-12-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Lower Peters Canyon Park, 3901 Farwell Ave, Irvine, California, 92602
Get ready to celebrate the winter holidays with TAP-OC and friends as we host our last event of 2019! ??
Join our holiday festivities as we not only have fun holiday themed activities and games but also giving back to the community as well!
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Part 1: THE FUN ?
Get hands-on in our first ever Gingerbread House Contest as we see who’s got the best creative and architectural vision in OC! A little fun competition never hurt anyone (except the gingerbread men) so let’s see what you’ve got! ?
? Ticket: $10 per entry (pay via Venmo @TAP-OC)
You may participate individually or as a team (up to 4 per team)
**Limited tickets – so get yours ASAP!
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/ZF7tXWPESSQiePxS7
Winner will be selected by popularity vote during the event and will win a special prize and ultimate bragging rights! ?
Part 2: THE GOOD ?
Help us give back to the community by bringing item donations as we continue our project with Grandma’s House of Hope last month!
Grandma’s House of Hope (GHH) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to improving the quality of life for Orange County’s most vulnerable, underserved and socio-economically disadvantaged community members by providing housing, food and trauma-informed supportive services.
?? Please see below for a list of items needed ??
• Bus passes
• Devotionals
• Daily Planners
• Shower Caddies
• Cleaning Supplies
• Blankets
• Coffee
• Paper Goods (paper plates, etc.)
• Cleaning Supplies
• Diapers (newborn, size 1,2,3)
• Vacuums
• Lawn Mowers
• Brita Filters
• Gift cards
• Movie tickets to Regal or AMC theatres
• NEW twin bedding (including sheets, comforters, blankets, & pillows)
• Hygiene products (toothbrush, toothpaste, toilet tissue, body wash and lotion, shampoo/conditioner, dental floss, Q-tips, emery board, nail clippers, wash cloth, etc.)
• Art supplies
• Gardening supplies
• Seed packets
? In the second half of our event, we will be packing these items and writing holiday cards for the recipients of your donations!
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This event is friendly for all ages! Bring your family, kids, friends and pets! (The park is dog friendly).
Feel free to message us if you have any questions! See you soon ?
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/ZF7tXWPESSQiePxS7

01/04 TAP OC x NAAAP OC: Moon Cake 101
2020-01-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Office 1, 18071 Fitch #200, Irvine, CA, 92614
What kind of festive Taiwanese food is your favorite? Rice cake (Niangao) for Chinese New Year, Rice dumpling (Zongzi) for Dragon Boat Festival, or moon cake for Mid-Autumn Festival?
TAP OC and NAAAP OC are presenting you our first joint event in 2020: the snow skin moon cake cooking class!
Moon cake is one of the traditional desserts for Mid-Autumn Festival and also an all-time popular delicacy that is usually enjoyed with family and friends. We would like to invite you to join us and have some fun (and delicious) time with our big OC family. ?
Sign up for early bird discount today! (early bird ends on 12/21 and sign up ends on 12/28)
To complete the sign up, please (1) fill out this form and (2) Venmo @TAP-OC or Zelle to cyndy.kao@tap-oc.org with the event name and your full name to RSVP.
https://forms.gle/NYRd8Q6eKTfzEmmp7
[ Time ] Saturday, 1/4/2020, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
[ Location ] 18071 Fitch #200, Irvine, CA 92614
[ Fee ] Early bird $12 (ends 12/21); General Admission $15 (ends 12/28)
[ Sign up Deadline ] 12/28/2019 (Saturday)
(Including two moon cakes to enjoy on the day of and four to take home.)
If you have any questions, please contact us at tina.lee@tap-oc.org
Cheers,
TAP-OC & NAAP-OC

01/09 Finance Mixer at Cha Cha's
2020-01-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Cha Cha’s Latin Kitchen, 13126 Jamboree Road, Irvine, California, 92602
The start of a new year! Perfect for making new friends and learning new things. Are you looking to network? Maybe see if new positions are right for you? Or just want to meet new people?
Let TAP OC help! Attend our Finance Industry Mixer! Meet fellow professionals who work in finance or banking. Get involved in the Taiwanese young professional community and grab good food and drink at the same time!
Have a great night with others at Cha Cha’s Latin Kitchen in Irvine! Thursday Tapas Night where entrees start at $4 with live music and house made sangria!
Please RSVP so we know to look out for you.
We look forward to seeing you there!

01/25 Lunar NY Resolution Hike
2020-01-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Buck Gully Trailhead, 872 Poppy Ave, Corona Del Mar, CA, 92625
?? Come celebrate the Lunar New Year with us and check off that fitness resolution with an invigorating hike! We will be traversing Buck Gully Trail, a 5-mile trail in Buck Gully Reserve that features a babbling creek, scenic bridges, and ocean views! This hike is suitable for all skill levels.
? Buck Gully Trailhead
872 Poppy Ave (near 5th Ave)
Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
There is free residential street parking on Poppy Ave.
? After the hike, join us for dim sum in the Diamond Jamboree Shopping Center!
?? Please RSVP and complete the Activity Participant Agreement online prior to participating in the hike: https://forms.gle/EyvNy2rSD8CyLSFj8.
? What to Wear/Bring:
Hiking clothes and shoes
Sunscreen
Water
Snacks
If you have any questions about the event, please contact Esther.Lee@tap-oc.org.

02/13 Tappily Ever After
2020-02-13 17:30 - 20:30 | EMC Irvine, 14346 Culver Drive, Irvine, CA, 92604, United States
Party in the name of love—with TAP OC❤️! Come on Thursday February 13, 2020, and have a pre-Valentine’s Day bash during happy hours at EMC with us! Singles and takens are both welcome.
EMC has offered extended Happy Hour prices during our event for all attendees!
L’Amour is in the air, and we wish you “TAPpily Ever After” 😉 ?????‍?‍????‍?‍???
EVENT DETAILS
•?Date: Thursday, February 13, 2020
•⏰Time: 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
•?Place: EMC in Irvine (14346 Culver Dr, Irvine, CA 92604)
•?Reservation under TAP-OC/Ilenia. No extra fees required for the meetups. Tabs for food and drinks can be separated for each participant.

02/22 Business Clothes Donation Drive
2020-02-22 12:30 - 14:00 | TRADE Food Hall, 2222 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA, 92612
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.
***HOW YOU CAN HELP***
Come join other TAP-OC members for lunch and drop off your donation items!
PLEASE 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.
Learn more about Working Wardrobes (https://workingwardrobes.org/)

02/22 Lunar New Year Mahjong Fest
2020-02-22 17:00 - 20:00 | Staybridge Lake Forest, 2 Orchard, Lake Forest, California, 92630
How do you celebrate the Lunar New Year? Festive food? Mahjong with family? Quality time with friends? We got you all here! On 2/22 Saturday, join us and enjoy the authentic Lunar New Year dishes and for those who love playing Mahjong, you definitely can’t miss the Mahjong tournament!
[ Time ] Saturday, 2/22/2020, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
[ Location ] Staybridge Suite (2 Orchard, Lake Forest, California 92630)
[ Entry Fee ] Dinner ticket with open bar $30 (Walk-in $35)
[ Mahjong Fee ] Tournament entry fee $5 (must purchase event fee, limited participants) – We will have a prize for the first place winner!
[ Sign up Deadline ] 2/19/2020 (Wed)
To complete the sign up, please (1) fill out this form (https://forms.gle/W3re4Ha1FAqWA7Tx9) and (2) Venmo @TAP-OC or Zelle to cyndy.kao@tap-oc.org with below information:
(a) the event name,
(b) if you are joining both the dinner and Mahjong tournament,
(c) your full name.
If you have any questions, please contact us at tina.lee@tap-oc.org
Cheers,
TAP-OC

03/08 International Women's Day Networking Brunch
2020-03-08 11:00 - 13:00 | L’uxweet Bakery Cafe, Tustin 12932 Newport Avenue, Tustin, California, 92780
March 8th is International Women’s Day. Join us in celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women!
Women run the world! You can ask our TAP Lady president for proof of that. Come meet other TAP members and network with other ladies working in different industries in the OC.
Come grab some Taiwanese Breakfast Sandwiches and Milk Tea while mingling with fellow TAP Ladies.
Attire: Business Casual
TAP OC board members will be setting up cameras to provide headshots!
Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/pR5BdAN5XpjGNj72A

03/10 Game Night & Boba Fundraiser
2020-03-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Matcha Cafe Maiko, 17086 Magnolia Street., Fountain Valley, California, 92708
Matcha Maiko Hours: 11 am -9pm
TAP OC Board Game Hours: 630-830pm
Come out and battle the wits and wizards in board games and card games. Test your knowledge on the latest census facts for the 2020 Census launch while being entertained with matcha boba delight!
What is your favorite board game ♟??? Share some of your favorite game to game night and challenge other like minded board gamers!
Grab your boba bae and spend some quali-tea time at Matcha Maiko on 3/10! Come out around 630PM to meet some of the Board and fellow members.
Print & show this flyer all-day and 15% of your order will be donated to TAP-OC! Help us fundraise while filling your need for boba ? Available all day, so grab your friends, family and co-workers for a boba run!
Download to print here : https://bit.ly/2V3cfQz

03/24 Coast to Coast Virtual TAPpy Workout
2020-03-24 18:00 - 19:00
Unsure on how to prevent gaining the Quarantine 15 from snacking at home with no gym to go to? Come sweat it out with fellow TAP members all across the nation with our virtual workout session!
All you have to do is get ready for a boost for your mental and physical wellness – no equipment required (weights/yoga mat optional).
Stay tuned for the event link and look forward to working out with everyone!
Topic: TAP – Coast to Coast Virtual TAPpy Workout
Time: Mar 24, 2020 – 06:00 PM PST
———–Updated meeting link Mar 24, 2020—————
https://bit.ly/2Ji6kQl
Meeting ID: 780-939-710
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April TAP-OC Virtual Food Drive
2020-04-01 - 2020-05-01
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.
TAP-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.
Donate through this link: https://www.yourfooddrive.org/drive.php?TAPOC

04/04 Taiwanese Identity: Breaking down the Taiwanese Diaspora [Web]
2020-04-04 10:00 - 11:30
TAP-SD and TAP Chapters nationwide are excited to present Eric Tsai, of Outreach for Taiwan (OFT), for a virtual seminar into the Taiwanese Identity.
Join us for an online Facebook Live virtual event incorporating a wealth of perspectives as Eric breaks down the complexities of Taiwanese identity: what it means to be “Taiwanese,” the differences between generations, and the multitude of factors that make up Taiwan’s cultural identity today.
We hope to e-see you there, from the comfort of your own home, for an enlightening and informative session to learn more about what is “Taiwanese,” and how it is relevant today.
OFT is an organization that strives to educate others about Taiwan by providing information and understanding about the political atmosphere, current events, and historical relevance of Taiwan. Find out more at https://oftaiwan.org.
TAP-San Diego was created in 2008. Our programs and activities serve to unify the Taiwanese American community, assist professionals in their professional and career enhancement, and empower our members to re-engage Taiwanese-America as community-oriented leaders.

04/18 Pawty Animal TAPpy Hour
2020-04-18 16:00 - 18:00
Time to bring to happy hour your most loyal WFH colleague – your pets ????????!! TAP-OC and TAP-LA jointly present to you the “Pawty Animal TAPpy Hour”! Virtually show off your best paw-friends with your best human friends online while enjoying the Saturday afternoon with a glass of (or many glasses of) wine (or boba) at home. Pets make WFH a little better, so let’s have an un-fur-gettable TAPpy hour with them ??? Make sure to click
GOING for headcount.
*Link to the online video conference will be provided soon as the date approaches*
**If you do not have a pet or if your pet is too busy and unavailable to attend, you may bring a plush as your plus one??**

04/19 Fireside AMA w/ Abigail Hing Wen (Author of Loveboat, Taipei)
2020-04-19 13:00 - 14:00
Register on Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/navigating-life-as-an-executive-best-selling-author-and-mother-tickets-102143971368
Livestream link will be emailed to Eventbrite registrants.
Submit AMA questions at slido.com w/ event code #loveboat
◼️Fireside AMA: Abigail Hing Wen
Abigail Hing Wen lives 3 lives:
1. A Senior Director of Emerging Tech (AI and VC) in the Office of the CTO at Intel
2. A NY Times best-selling author and now an executive producer
3. A wife and mother of two boys
Join us in a virtual fireside AMA with Abigail Hing Wen where she unpacks navigating all three facets of life as she makes waves as a creative public figure in bringing diverse stories to mainstream media with her new debut novel, “Loveboat, Taipei”. Released in January, the book has hit the NY Times Best Seller list and is optioned for film in Hollywood by ACE Entertainment (“To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before”). Hear about the journey of writing, working with book publishers, and making difficult decisions on what makes the final book cover.
◼️About “Loveboat, Taipei”
“Loveboat, Taipei” is a young adult Crazy Rich Asians meets a Jane Austen comedy of manners, inspired by the actual cultural exchange program in Taipei attended by many Asian-American teens since the 1960s. The romp is woven through with an immigrant girl’s coming-of-age story, of navigating family complexities, discovering identity in all its facets and finding love.
The book was one of HarperCollins’ largest acquisitions over the past few years and has been optioned for film in Hollywood by ACE Entertainment (“To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before”). It is a Barnes and Noble Young Adult Book Club pick and, along with Abigail, has been featured in print and television, including Entertainment Weekly, Bloomberg, South China Morning Post and The World Journal, among others.
◼️Partnerships
Loveboat Taipei is partnering with TACL, TAP, ITASA, GLO, Anchor Taiwan, and Crushing the Myth to showcase the story of how Abigail balances her life as a former leader, executive in AI and VC in Silicon Valley, a writer, and a mom.
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◼️Abigail’s Features
Bloomberg
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2020-01-06/-loveboat-taipei-author-sees-rising-demand-for-diverse-stories-video
Boba Guys
https://www.instagram.com/tv/B61tD4WpNGv/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Asian Boss Girl
https://www.instagram.com/p/B98Aa-ch-jc
Rock the Boat Podcast
https://www.gorocktheboat.com/podcast
Sign up for Abigail’s newsletters for the latest updates!
https://www.abigailhingwen.com/

04/21 WEEKLY Coast to Coast Virtual TAPpy Workout (Every Tuesday!)
2020-04-21 18:00 - 19:00
Unsure on how to prevent gaining the Quarantine 15 from snacking at home with no gym to go to? Come sweat it out with fellow TAP members all across the nation with our virtual workout sessions! ??
All you have to do is get ready for a boost for your mental and physical wellness. We’ll be working out every Tuesday at 6pm PST / 9pm EST until things get back to normal.
Stay tuned for the event link when we announce what kind of workout we’ll be doing!
Looking forward to working out together and getting those endorphins pumpin’ ?

04/24 Tigertail Watch Party (虎尾)
2020-04-24 20:00 - 22:00
? Get your popcorn and cozy loungewear ready ? it’s time for movie night with TAP-OC as we watch Tigertail, the latest film written and directed by Taiwanese American director Alan Yang, well known for Netflix series, Master of None!
? Be sure to RSVP ahead of time to receive the invite link prior to the event! https://forms.gle/3QuQBM6gTPKb9RPr8
Also, you will need to install the Google Chrome extension and have access to a Netflix account to join. The movie will be played in sync for everyone and allow us to chat on the side!
? Install the Google Extension beforehand: https://bit.ly/3ecpaqq
? Afterwards, we will host an after-movie-party where we can chat about the film, any cultural revelations and all the emotions/feels, etc. (We may possibly even have special guests stop by the party if we’re lucky) ?
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About Tigertail（虎尾）
A Taiwanese factory worker makes the difficult decision to leave Taiwan, his homeland, to seek opportunity in America, where he struggles to find connection while balancing family and newfound responsibilities in this multi-generational drama.

04/25 TAP Mental Health Series - Coping During a Crisis: Covid-19
2020-04-25 11:00 - 12:00
Join Taiwanese American Professionals in part 1 of our 3 part series about Mental Health in Asian Americans. With our panel of Mental Health Professionals, we will discuss Asian Americans & the importance of caring for our mental health.
Topics for this virtual session will be:
“Coping During a Crisis: COVID-19”
-Macro/Microagressions and how to Handle Them
-Strengthening Social Networks During Social Distancing
-Mindfulness/Journaling Activity
-Q&A to follow
Please pre-register here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdF_wuh5ifOIJ5YrlmMei9h1eFLUH5V0DWXMHaBodRivT4rRA/viewform
Details on how to access the virtual meeting will be emailed to registrants prior to the event.

04/28 WEEKLY Coast to Coast Virtual TAPpy Workout (Every Tuesday!)
2020-04-28 18:00 - 19:00

05/02 Mental Health Series - Fighting the Stigma
2020-05-02 14:00 - 15:00
Join Taiwanese American Professionals in part 2 of our 3 part series about Mental Health in Asian Americans. In this series, we are hosting speakers across mental health professionals to discuss Asian Americans and the importance of caring for our mental health.
This virtual session is titled “Fighting the Stigma: Model Minority Myth,” and we will be covering the following topics/activities:
-What is mental health stigma and the model minority myth
-Generational differences in mental health views
-Mindfulness activity: Body scan
-Q&A
Time: 2pm EDT, 11am PDT
Penelope Hsu will be our guest speaker; she will be sharing a personal story and her experiences learning to communicate with her parents as a first generation Asian American, as well as how she has worked with her patients and those she coaches to deal with their mental health struggles.
Penelope is a board-certified, practicing pediatrician, an actor, and a certified professional life coach. She’s also a first generation Asian American, tasked with bringing honor to her family above all else. Her journey to find a way to balance these seemingly disparate aspects of her life led to some dark places.
Her mission now is to provide guidance to any and all who have experienced the dissonance between the life they are living and the life they want. She applies all the skills that she has amassed over her career in medicine, the performing arts, and in life to help people find the balance, purpose, and passion that motivates them to achieve their highest potential.
Check out her talk with Crushing the Myth here: https://www.crushingthemyth.com/watch-videos/finding-your-and-penelope-hsu
Questions for Penelope can be submitted anonymously here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdow1VeVF3XyeXKJ_984jjAVytQbzVSSZWgWBpUTdem_xe5pA/viewform
Please register on the Eventbrite link. We will email registrants with details on how to access the virtual meeting prior to the event.

05/05 Coast to Coast Virtual TAPpy Workout
2020-05-05 18:00 - 19:00
Unsure on how to prevent gaining the Quarantine 15 from snacking at home with no gym to go to? Come sweat it out with fellow TAP members all across the nation with our virtual workout sessions! ??
All you have to do is get ready for a boost for your mental and physical wellness. We’ll be working out every Tuesday at 6pm PST / 9pm EST until things get back to normal.
http://tinyurl.com/TAPOCWORKOUT1
Meeting number: 621 428 991
Password: [REDACTED]
Looking forward to working out together and getting those endorphins pumpin’ ?

05/09 Mental Health Series - Building a Mental Health Community
2020-05-09 11:00 - 12:00
“Building a Mental Health Community: How to Help a Friend”
Join Taiwanese American Professionals in the last of our 3 part series about Mental Health in Asian Americans. With our panel of Mental Health Professionals, we will discuss Asian Americans & the importance of caring for our mental health.
Topics for this virtual session will be:
– How to recognize when somebody needs Mental Health support
– How to help a friend or family member: What to say/What not to say
– Community resources
– Q&A to follow
Please pre-register with the Eventbrite link here.

05/12 Coast to Coast Virtual TAPpy Workout (Every Tuesday!)
2020-05-12 18:00 - 19:00

05/23 TAP OC x ACEL - Boba 101 Workshop (Virtual)
2020-05-23 11:00 - 12:00
What better way to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and Taiwanese American Heritage Week than to make boba drinks at home? ?
TAP-OC and ACEL have partnered together with Mr. Ito’s Teahouse, a new boba business based in OC that promotes at-home boba creations, to offer special DIY Boba Kits that are ready to use!
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1) Basic Boba Kit: 10 or 20 Servings of Boba + Sugar Mix
2) Tiger Bomb Boba Kit: 20 Servings of Boba + Tiger Sugar mix
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– a live demo on making the popular tiger boba drink
– small business session with insights from Shaun Ito, previous owner of Lollicup Irvine and now boba entrepreneur
– automatic raffle entry to win a boba kit
-️ 25% ???????? ?? ??? ??? ?????-19 ?????? ???? to support local businesses and feed our healthcare workers
For more info about the relief fund: https://bit.ly/3dkZ5nL ??‍⚕️???‍⚕️
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As a bonus, we offer a 5% discount for all purchases just for this virtual event – please use code ‘BOBA101’ when you order! Orders can be placed at https://www.mritos.com/s/shop
All sales are final, and orders can be placed until noon PDT on Monday, May 18th.
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Kits will be available for pickup at Capital Noodle Bar in Irvine on Weds, May 20th. Delivery to Irvine areas are available for an additional fee.
**Ingredients that are not included in the kit: Whole Milk, Heavy Whipping Cream, and Ice
If you have any questions, please email info@tap-oc.org or DM us directly on our Facebook pages! ????? ??? ??? ???? ???????! ?

06/03 LAxOC API Covid-19 Relief Fund
2020-06-03 17:00 - 18:00
GoFundMe link: https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/la-x-oc-api-covid-19-relief-fund
LA x OC Asian Pacific Islander non-profit organizations are partnering together to raise funds to feed our healthcare workers while supporting local Asian owned restaurants during this COVID-19 pandemic.
We will purchase meals from businesses that support our organizations and communities, and have them safely delivered to healthcare heroes in our network. Depending on the donation policy of the medical facility, we may also donate gift cards.
Running list of hospitals and other medical facilities we will be or have donated to:
St. Jude Medical – Brea
Kaiser Permanente – Anaheim
Kaiser Permanente – Irvine
Kaiser Permanente – Los Angeles
Beverly Hospital – Montebello
Windsor Gardens Care Center – Fullerton
Let us know of any restaurants or medical facilities that would benefit from this campaign, and please help us spread the word!!
LA x OC API Partnering organizations:
APEX | Asian Professional Exchange
ACE NextGen + ACE NextGen SoCal
Asian Corporate & Entrepreneur Leaders – ACEL-SoCal Chapter
NAAAP Los Angeles
NAAAP Orange County
Taiwanese American Professionals – Los Angeles (TAP-LA)
Taiwanese American Professionals – Orange County – TAP OC

06/12 7 Not-So-Subtle Asian Professional Orgs in LA/OC Meet and Greet
2020-06-12 18:00 - 19:00
How can we amplify Asian American voices? How can we better serve our community? Join this FACEBOOK LIVE event and learn more about Asian-American professional orgs in LA and OC! Hear from leaders of seven organizations talk about their orgs, how fun and rewarding it is to be part of this community, and what it’s like working together for our joint initiative, the LA x OC API COVID Relief Fund. See if there’s an org or two you want to get involved in!
Join the FB Live here:
https://www.facebook.com/acelsocal/posts/3277652162295986
Learn more about the fund here: https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/la-x-oc-api-covid-19-relief-fund
See our Silent Auction here: https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/64451/auctions/80763/auction_items/2254706
We are a coalition of API (Asian Pacific Islander) 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations of Los Angeles and Orange County, which include:
– Asian Professional Exchange (https://www.facebook.com/APEXorg)
– Asian / Pacific Islander American Chamber of Commerce & Entrepreneurship NextGen – ACE NextGen (https://www.facebook.com/ACENextGen)
– Asian Corporate & Entrepreneur Leaders (https://www.facebook.com/acelsocal/)
– National Association of Asian American Professionals (Los Angeles Chapter) (https://www.facebook.com/NAAAPLosAngeles/)
– National Association of Asian American Professionals (Orange County Chapter) (https://www.facebook.com/naaaptheoc/)
– Taiwanese American Professionals (Los Angeles Chapter) (https://www.facebook.com/TAPLosAngeles/)
– Taiwanese American Professionals (Orange County Chapter) (https://www.facebook.com/TAPOrangeCounty/)

07/02 Stay At Home Scavenger Hunt
2020-07-02 19:00 - 20:00
Wondering what else to do during the pandemic lock down at home? Do you have an adventurous soul? Are you looking for something fun with your friends?
To kick off the 4th of July long weekend, join the very first TAP-OC Stay-At-Home Scavenger Hunt with us! With the case numbers going up day by day?, TAP-OC has been brainstorming about ways to keep us connected while keeping everyone home and safe☺️. On Thursday, we will break up into groups online and compete to see who’s the real Scavenger Hunt Master ?
? Date: Thursday, July 2nd 2020
? Time: 7:00PM (PST)
?Where: Zoom meeting
?? How: Register on Google Form & Click “Going” here
⭐️ Google Registration: https://forms.gle/pG4B7v7KVa9z2NtP8
**Please sign up via the Google Form and click “Going” on this event page. We will send out the Zoom link via email to those who signed up on Google (please note that we will NOT post the link on this page).**
It will be a fun and interesting night, let alone chatting with your friends and meeting new folks! Please DM us if you have any questions.
