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.

 

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.

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.

Food & Multi-Cultural Market place
	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.

• Vendor application are available now… click here
• Asian Festival is Family Oriented Cerebration!

Silver Spring, MD – TEA SPA – Take It Easy…

TEA SPA

www.teaspa.net

Why You’ll Love It

• Escape from daily stresses
• Bring that special someone with you
• Annual membership for year-long indulgences

As beneficial to your body as its namesake, Tea Spa is the perfect getaway from daily life. Ease into summer with a signature massage, or make it a staycation with a romantic couple’s massage. You don’t need to travel far to feel miles away.

Infuse each season with the relaxation of Tea Spa. Their annual membership makes it easy to enjoy hours of rejuvenating treatments without pulling pennies from your actual vacation fund. So if you like a little pampering a lot, this is your cup of tea.

Unwind with soothing strokes, calming oils, and just the right amount of pressure in an aromatherapy massage. Then bask in the detoxifying infrared sauna to complete the perfect escape.

– Tiah, Bloomspot Staff Writer

2424 University Blvd, Ste 202
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Between Georgia Ave & Elkin St
(301) 942-1222
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

4 stars and 29 reviews on Yelp

“The five stars are for the therapeutic massage I got from Chris. He was professional and was able to work out knots in my back and neck that have persisted for a while … I will definitely be back! ”

Yelp Reviewer Katie W., Silver Spring, MD, 1/11/12
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“I had a couple’s massage and we were both very pleased … The music was nice and the heated table was very comfortable … Plan to get the membership in the future.”

Yelp Reviewer Lanai O., Alexandria, VA, 4/14/12
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“Had an amazing massage from Chris … The place was clean and had a peaceful atmosphere. The staff was friendly and professional and I definitely recommend this place.”

Yelp Reviewer Ivy S., Bowie, MD, 4/6/12
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“I was cheerfully greeted, offered water or tea, and promptly handed to Abu—my therapist. He was FANTASTIC … After the massage he even showed me a few stretches that could help with my problem areas.”

Yelp Reviewer Shauna C., Kensington, MD, 7/22/11
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FEATURED SERVICES

AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE

Aromatic oils enhance your massage for multi-sensory relaxation

SIGNATURE MASSAGE

A custom blend of Swedish and deep tissue massage

INFRARED SAUNA TREATMENT

Sweat and detox for pain relief, skin purification, and stress relief

1-YR MEMBERSHIP

Receive 60-minute European facials, deep tissue massages, and Swedish massages at membership price of $49 each; no monthly payments or minimum visits required

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• Expires December 5, 2012.
• Limit one offer per person. May purchase one as a gift.
• Must redeem in one visit; no cash or credit back.
• Gratuity not included; please tip on full value.
• Cannot be used with other offers
• Refunds allowed up to 24 hours after close of Bloomspot sale.

Manassas, VA – TRY IT RACING – Feed Your Need For Speed…

TRY IT RACING

www.tryitracing.com

Why You’ll Love It

• Can you say “best Father’s Day gift ever?”
• Experience extreme speeds as a passenger or take the wheel yourself
• Get ready for the raceway with driver training

 

Red lights, speed traps, and driving-Miss-Daisy roadmates can eat your dust—this is pure, adrenaline-pumping acceleration at the Old Dominion Speedway. And yes, you can really get behind the wheel of one of Try It Racing’s late-model stock cars and let ’er rip. Best. Day. Ever.

Whose dad wouldn’t do crazy things to get behind the wheel of one of these speed demons? But just because it’s the perfect Father’s Day present doesn’t mean we can’t get our race on, too. And even if you aren’t ready for the driver’s seat, we’re betting the extreme speeds will be just as epic from the passenger seat.

So strap in, start your engines, and prepare to satisfy your need for speed. Your stock car grips the tarmac as you grip the steering wheel through tight turns and straightaways. Time to channel your inner Danica Patrick.

– Blaise, Bloomspot Staff Writer

• Expires December 19, 2012.
• Must be 18 or older with valid driver’s license to drive.
• May purchase multiples.
• Certificates may be combined.
• Must redeem in one visit; no cash or credit back.
• Cannot be used with other offers.
• Refunds allowed up to 24 hours after close of Bloomspot sale.

Delivered – MOTHER’S DAY WINE AND CHOCOLATE – She’s Going to Love It…

MOTHER’S DAY WINE AND CHOCOLATE

www.winetasting.com

Why You’ll Love It

• Great gift without in-store hassles
• Bubbly of choice for Nixon’s “Toast to Peace” in Beijing
• Sparkling wine is aged two-plus years en tirage

This year, stand-out moms deserve an extraordinary tribute. Schramsberg Blanc De Blanc is the bubbly of choice at the Presidential Inaugural Ball—so perhaps it’s almost worthy of the woman you’re celebrating this May 13th. Pop it open for immediate delight, or watch it age gracefully with mom as a shining example.

In addition to glasses of golden-colored bubbly, spend Sunday ooh-ing and aah-ing over too pretty to eat (but too good not to) chocolates by Norman Love®. These delicate delectables are handmade from the finest cocoa, spices, butters, and purées. Remember—you’re enjoying the work of an artist in each bite!

Delivered to her door or yours, a half-dozen mix of Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon is the gift that keeps on giving. Treat your lady of choice long after her holiday ends with glass after glass of fruity white and classic red. Cheers to mom!

– Tiah, Bloomspot Staff Writer

Delivered
(800) 435-2225
www.winetasting.com

FEATURED ITEMS

SCHRAMSBERG 2008 BLANC DE BLANC SPARKLING WINE

This Blanc De Blanc (white from white) is dry and crisp with small lots of malolactic- and barrel-fermented wines added for complexity. Aged on the yeast lees in the bottles for two-plus years prior distribution, it will maintain its vibrant, fruitful, and crisp nature for decades to come

NORMAN LOVE® CHOCOLATES

12-piece box of artisan crafted chocolates by world-renowned chocolatier

RED BRICK CELLARS 2008 TOUGH DAME CABERNET SAUVIGNON

A classic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon’s weight and berry flavors, Petite Sirah‘s red fruits, black pepper, and earth, and Syrah’s color and intense berries. The perfect amalgam of berry fruit, earthiness, and oak

MIRA LUNA 2009 TOUGH DAY CHARDONNAY

Unobstructed by oak, Sonoma Carneros Chardonnay fruit provides wonderful aromas of peach, pear, and melon while a touch of Muscat provides accessibility

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$75 for two bottles of Schramsberg 2008 Blanc De Blanc Sparkling Wine and one 12-piece box of Norman Love® chocolates ($102 value)

$50 for three bottles of Red Brick Cellars 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon and three bottles of Mira Luna 2009 Chardonnay ($100 value)

• Expires November 8, 2012.
• Limit one of each offer per person. May purchase multiples as gifts.
• Must redeem in one transaction; no cash or credit back.
• Shipping and taxes not included.
• By law, Winetasting.com cannot ship to Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, and Texas.
• Allow 5-7 business days for delivery in most states; 7-12 business days in Arizona, Connecticut and New Jersey, and up to 21 days for delivery in Massachusetts.
• Cannot be used with other offers.
• Refunds allowed up to 24 hours after close of Bloomspot sale.

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.

Food & Multi-Cultural Market place
	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.

• Vendor application are available now… click here
• Asian Festival is Family Oriented Cerebration!

Embodiment and Anatomical Neon – Neon Glass Bodies…

I’m fascinated by sculptural representation of the human body, and I’m also pretty distracted by glowing neon lights. There are actually two amazing sculptors combining these interests into awesome neon glass bodies: Jessica Lloyd-Jones and Eric Franklin. Both these anatomical wizards create their sculptures by hand, blowing borosilicate glass and filling it with inert neon and xenon gases.  Franklin has created a full skeleton called Embodiment, and LLoyd-Jones has an entire bevy of organs in her Anatomical Neon series to fill it out. Check after the jump for a full set of incredible photos.

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by GINA on APRIL 6, 2012

ART & PHOTOGRAPHY

UnFinishedMan

Writer / Designer · 2010 to present

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Kaskade…

Uploaded by UltraRecords on Sep 19, 2008

EDX Radio Edit of Kaskade “Angel On My Shoulder” – original version is available on the album “Strobelite Seduction” on Ultra Records – ultrarecords.com

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Buy Kaskade’s album ‘Fire & Ice’ here: smarturl.it/fireice
Kaskade with Rebecca & Fiona – Turn It Down from Ultra Records

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