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Asian Festival 2012 at GMU, Fairfax, VA by I AM FIL…
Asian Festival at George Mason University – 2012
The “Asian Festival” is 2 Day FREE cultural event…
This Year’s Promo Message…
Fairfax, Virginia–This year, the 9th Asian Food and Tennis Festival is celebrating the Year of the Dragon on July 21 to 22 in this county. To add more fun and enjoyment for families, Festival Committee official George Duangmanee has announced an extension of two additional hours on July 22, Sunday.
The Festival is a two-day, FREE admission event to promote greater understanding of the Asian countries and cultures. It takes place on July 21, Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and on July 22, Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. It is open to the public.
The Festival will again be held at the George Mason University Main Campus here in Fairfax. “It is spacious, convenient and provides us with a larger footprint to showcasing different Asian countries at the same time,” he said. “Attendees can also park their cars in the parking lot next to the Festival site.”
This year’s theme is “The Year of the Dragon,” where spectators will discover the Dragon lord of the heavens and rain maker’s representation in their own cultural and heritage in four different showcase areas: Heritage India, It’s More Fun In Philippines, Image Of China, And Amazing Thailand.
The Festival will showcase all-day prized money tennis tournament, stage performances, contests, interactive demonstrations, children interactive area with carnival rides, and games–as well as “Destination Asia,” where Asian embassies and organizations exhibit their cultures, arts, and cooking demonstration.
The Festival will have over 200 multi-cultural vendors and exhibitions, featuring 35 multi-cultural food and product vendors. Among them are Chinese, Vietnamese, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Laotian and Philippine cuisine and handicrafts.
This year, the Thai Tennis Organization in America (TTOA) will again partner with Singha Beer and the United States Tennis Association Virginia to bring this exciting Festival to Asian American families and the general public. Media partners include Manila Mail and Asian Fortune.
TTOA works with several Asian American Associations to introduce Asian cultures to the local community. It also aims to promote tennis growth and encourage young people to broaden their horizons through scholarships. TTOA, a proud member of the USTA family, was the recipient of the 2004 Organization of the Year Award by USTA Mid-Atlantic section and the USTA Virginia District.
For more information, please contact George Duangmanee at info@asianfestivaldc.com or Bing C. Branigin at bing@asianfestivaldc.com.
23 Incredible New Technologies You’ll See by 2021…
The Maya said we’re due for a shake-up soon.
Turns out, they were right.
Down the cybernetic rabbit hole we go. Photo by Harold Hoyer.
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WHEN LOOKING AT THE present as an indication of where we’ll stand a year from now–much less a decade–feeling optimistic may not come easy. We look out to the universe and see an infinite, lifeless abyss enfolding upon our own small pocket of civilization, while the people we look to for guidance and information seem to be little more than straight-faced bearers of bad news.
Yet while we can’t predict what the future holds for our unending political discourses, we can look at how far we’ve come with technology in merely the last decade and realize the present we know now will, very soon, find itself memorialized in nostalgia. Here’s some technology emerging down the road that’s poised to change your life on a much greater scale than any outcome of a political debate.
Day 55: Flame sets off from Stonehenge as it makes its way to Weymouth…
Countdown to the Opening Ceremony
The Flame set off from Stonehenge at sunrise
Olympic gold medallist Michael Johnson holds the Olympic Flame at Stonehenge, at the beginning of Day 55 of the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay.
La Quinta, CA – LA QUINTA RESORT & CLUB – Desert Charm from The Waldorf Astoria…
LA QUINTA RESORT & CLUB
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Why You’ll Love It
- A Hollywood legend: Clark Gable, Greta Garbo, and Frank Capra were all guests
- One of the leading golf destinations in the country
- The Waldorf Astoria’s desert outpost
It was director Frank Capra’s “Shangri-La of screenwriting.” Clark Gable’s party pick. Greta Garbo’s refuge from the limelight. La Quinta Resort & Club has a legendary past—but an even more impressive present.
For the active types: professional-grade courts that Tennis Magazine counts among the top in the country. And a golf spread (including PGA West courses) that would bring Tiger to his knees. Or you could always get closer to nature at The Living Desert—just make sure not to feed the mountain lions.
For the work-on-my-tan types: everything you need is at the doorstep of your roomy casita. Relax at the on-site spa with a Swedish massage or hydrafacial. Treat yourself to a little something in the renowned El Paseo Shopping District. After, post up at the main pool, cocktail in hand–there’s no rush at this desert hideaway.
– Christy, Bloomspot Staff Writer
49499 Eisenhower Dr
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 564-4111
www.laquintaresort.com
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
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“Third time at La Quinta tonight and it is as great as we remembered … great location and facilities with really great service.”
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“Staff was friendly, professional and oh so helpful! Rooms were clean and cozy. Loved the sprawling grounds and the pool right in front of the door to our room. The facilities were immaculate and the food was fresh and delicious …”
“… Fantastic overall experience–great service, great rooms (stayed in a Starlight Casita), and great atmosphere. The food was also great …”
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Asian Festival 2012 – George Mason University GMU – July 21 – July 22- | 4400 University Dr., Fairfax, VA…
The “Asian Festival” is 2 Day FREE cultural event…
Fairfax, Virginia–This year, the 9th Asian Food and Tennis Festival is celebrating the Year of the Dragon on July 21 to 22 in this county. To add more fun and enjoyment for families, Festival Committee official George Duangmanee has announced an extension of two additional hours on July 22, Sunday.
The Festival is a two-day, FREE admission event to promote greater understanding of the Asian countries and cultures. It takes place on July 21, Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and on July 22, Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. It is open to the public.
The Festival will again be held at the George Mason University Main Campus here in Fairfax. “It is spacious, convenient and provides us with a larger footprint to showcasing different Asian countries at the same time,” he said. “Attendees can also park their cars in the parking lot next to the Festival site.”
This year’s theme is “The Year of the Dragon,” where spectators will discover the Dragon lord of the heavens and rain maker’s representation in their own cultural and heritage in four different showcase areas: Heritage India, It’s More Fun In Philippines, Image Of China, And Amazing Thailand.
The Festival will showcase all-day prized money tennis tournament, stage performances, contests, interactive demonstrations, children interactive area with carnival rides, and games–as well as “Destination Asia,” where Asian embassies and organizations exhibit their cultures, arts, and cooking demonstration.
The Festival will have over 200 multi-cultural vendors and exhibitions, featuring 35 multi-cultural food and product vendors. Among them are Chinese, Vietnamese, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Laotian and Philippine cuisine and handicrafts.
This year, the Thai Tennis Organization in America (TTOA) will again partner with Singha Beer and the United States Tennis Association Virginia to bring this exciting Festival to Asian American families and the general public. Media partners include Manila Mail and Asian Fortune.
TTOA works with several Asian American Associations to introduce Asian cultures to the local community. It also aims to promote tennis growth and encourage young people to broaden their horizons through scholarships. TTOA, a proud member of the USTA family, was the recipient of the 2004 Organization of the Year Award by USTA Mid-Atlantic section and the USTA Virginia District.
For more information, please contact George Duangmanee at info@asianfestivaldc.com or Bing C. Branigin at bing@asianfestivaldc.com.
The “Asian Festival” is 2 Day FREE cultural event
to promote a greater understanding of Asian countries and cultures to the general public.
The Asian Festival has grown into a huge success over the years by attracting attendees from all over the D.C. Metro area and beyond.
Each participating Asian country has an opportunity to share its’ unique music, cultural performances, food, fashion, handicrafts, and other products.
Asian festival has blended together trade opportunities, product marketing, cultural displays, tennis and other sporting events.
This festival has something for each and every attendee. This largest Asian Festival in the Mid-Atlantic area features at least 35 authentic Asian food vendors, traditional Asian performances on stages, and more than 200 multicultural retail stores.
This year, our theme is “THE YEAR OF DRAGON” where you will discover the DRAGON lord of the heavens and rain maker in each of our showcase in their own cultural and heritage. Besides our usual diverse vendors and exhibitions, we will have 4 showcase areas:
HERITAGE INDIA, WOW PHILIPPINES!, AMAZING THAILAND AND IMAGE OF CHINA.
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Food & Multi-Cultural Market place
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35 well-known Asian restaurants will feature their authentic specialty dishes from their country and regions. Many of the specialty dishes you cannot find on menus. Explore and shop the multi-cultural marketplace where you can find unique items imported from various regions of Asia. |
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