ASIAC

ASIAC 3rd Annual Lunar New Year Acknowledgements and Photos

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VIP Table Captains
John Miller (2 VIP Tables)
Alan Sim, MS & Bich-Thuy Sim, MD
Barbara Deverter
Giang Nguyen, MD
Luis Lim
Program Book Sponsor
United States Census Bureau
Sponsors
Dr. Giang Nguyen and Mr. Sean Healy*Sapphire
Patrick McManus*Emerald
Ronald Sy*Emerald
David Cohen*Pearl
Dr. Francisco Sy and Dr. Thomas Miller*Pearl
Isabelle Buonocore*Jade
Henry Ocampo*Jade
Lee Tran*Jade
Table Captains
Cyndi Gutierrez (3 tables)
Edward Pennell
Men of All Colors Together (MACT)
Flower Arrangements
Hana and Posy
Advertisers
Alexis Outerbridge
B & B Connections of Philadelphia
Comprehensive Garden Services
John Speer
Mark D’Amore Electrical Contractor
Parenti Consulting
Silent Auction Donors
Aspara Cutting Edge
Comprehensive Garden Services
Craig T. Wakefield, D. D. D.
Cut Inc.
Effies Restaurant
Gertrudes Asplund
Giovanni’s Room
Guy Livingston
Hershel's East Side Deli
Kas Sok
Kingdom of Vegetarians Restaurant
Kisso Sushi Restaurant
Konak Turkish Restaurant
Kramer Portraits
Lamberti Restaurant Consulting
Lou and Janet Rossini
Maido Japanese Store
Margot & Camille Optique
Melissa Frost
Morna Livingston
Morris Arboretum
Philadelphia Magazine
Rangoon Restaurant
Reading Terminal Market
Robertson’s Flowers
Smile Café and Gallery
Speedwell Forge B & B
Valanni Restaurant and Lounge
ASIAC’s Fund Development Committee
Cyndi Gutierrez
Janet Rossini
Junnie Cross
Karen Kitagawa-James
Lou Rossini
Ronald Sy
Year of the Tiger Flyer Design
Janet Rossini
Program Book Design
Eric Kephart
Special Guests
Ryann Richardson, Miss Philadelphia 2009
Central High School Asian Students Association
Volunteers
Amy Pennington
Andrew Garson
Dorian Mitchell
Ken Peacock
Nguyen Ho
Sophavoeun Phuong
Sophavy Phuong
Trong Tram
Van Le
Vincent Du
Wes Tang
Acupressure Therapy
Eiko Tsai
Program Partners
Hepatitis B Foundation
The Partnership-Drexel University College of Medicine
Board of Directors
Board Chair: Bich-Thuy Sim, MD
Vice Chair: Melissa Frost
Treasurer: Howard Childs, CPA
Secretary: Luis Lim
Alan Sim, MS
Despina Kontos, M.S., PH.D
Giang Nguyen, MD
Karen Kitagawa James, RN
ASIAC Staff
Ronald Sy
Junnie Cross
Cyndi Gutierrez
Dan Grant
Megumi Kanada
Kas Sok
Elizabeth Clarey

We apologize for any errors, misspellings, or omissions.

Eating For ASIAC in November 2009

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World AIDS Day, December 1, 2009

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Thank you to all of the volunteers and community members who helped ASIAC, SEAMAAC, and AFAHO pull off a successful World AIDS Day event. A big thank you goes to Amy Jones at SEAMAAC and Oni Richards at AFAHO for their many hours of planning!

Thank you to everyone who attended the Philadelphia Pride Parde on June 14, 2009!

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Photos courtesy of our board president, Dr. Giang Nguyen.

Due to inclement weather, ASIAC is closed on March 2, 2009

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Date for ASIAC's 3rd Annual Lunar New Year Banquet Announced!!!

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ASIAC's next Lunar New Year Banquet is scheduled for February 20, 2010! Please mark your calendars. Stay tuned for menu and restaurant information!

Acknowledgements For Lunar New Year Banquet 2009

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Please accept our most heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of the evening

VIP Table Captains
Alan Sim, MS & Bich-Thuy Sim, MD
Giang Nguyen, MD
John Miller & Michael Conti
Mel Heifitz

Sponsors
Private Donor $5,000
12th Air Command*Diamond
Francisco Sy, MD, DrPH & Thomas Miller, MD*Pearl
Andrew Margolis*Jade
David Cohen*Jade
Isabelle Buonocore*Jade

Table Captains
Anuradha Gwal, Esq.
Buckmonkey QT c/o Thom Caldwell
Cyndi Gutierrez (3 tables)
David Alan Perkiss
Fred Lukban, MD & Mike Lee
Ken Sipos
Luis Lim (2 tables)
Men of All Colors Together (MACT) Philadelphia
Mel Heifitz (also VIP table + tables for volunteers and staff)
Tak Lee and Mark VanCour
Victor Hall

Program Book Advertisers
12th Air Command
12th Street Gym
Alexander Inn
APICHA
B & B Connection of Philadelphia
China Viet News
Great Profiles Hair Salon
James Shepard, MD
Konak Turkish Restaurant
Lovegam.com
Margot & Camille Optique
Mark S. VanCour Realtor
Martin H. Chan, PC
Men of All Colors Together (MACT) Philadelphia
Pastoral Korean Restaurant
Philadelphia Gay News
Philip Brandau-Restoration Services
Quantum Inc.
Speedwell Forge Bed and Breakfast
TLA Videos
Urbanswirl.com
Yonny’s Restaurant

Silent Auction Donors
Arden Theatre Company
Ba Si Nail Salon
Bredenbeck’s Bakery
Bump Restaurant
Café Estelle
Carrie’s Gardens
Chole Restaurant
Cin Cin Restaurant
Silent Auction Donors, Cont’d
Creative Genius Art Gallery and Studio
CUT Hair and Skin Studio
Donna Doyle
Eastern State Penitentiary
Giovanni’s Room Bookstore
Jill Ross-The Cookbook Stand
Kathleen Sullivan
Konak Turkish Restaurant
Lantern Theatre Company
The Lion’s Mane Hair Salon
Public House Restaurants
Margot & Camille Optique
Morris Arboretum
Mutter Museum
Quality Inn Hotel
Ron Sy
Shinju Sushi Restaurant
Spasso Italian Grill
Speedwell Forge Bed and Breakfast
Sporting Club at the Bellevue
Table 31
Waterworks Restaurant
Wegmans Food Stores

ASIAC’s Fund Development Committee
Cyndi Gutierrez
David Perkiss
Junnie Cross
Kenneth Sipos
Ronald Sy
Tak Lee
Bich-Thuy Sim, MD

Website Development
Digitalrealmz Consulting LLC.

Program Book Design
Eric Kephart

Volunteers
Amy Pennington
Debbie Nguyen
John Rans
Justin Tocci
Ken Sipos
Loretta Grimes
Men of All Colors Together (MACT) Philadelphia
Nguyen Ho
Queer Philadelphia Asians (QPA)

Performers
Diva Jackie Dupree
Brintha Vasagar Miss Philadelphia 2008

Board of Directors
Giang Nguyen, MD, MPH
Melissa Frost
Howard Childs, CPA
Luis Lim
Alan Sim, MS
Anuradha Gwal, Esq.
Bich-Thuy Sim, MD
Despina Kontos, M.S., PH.D
Karen Kitagawa James, RN

ASIAC Staff
Ronald Sy
Junnie Cross
Cyndi Gutierrez
June Dizon
Dan Grant
Vince Du
Denette Lienau

We sincerely apologize for any errors, misspellings, or omissions. Please let us know of any corrections by calling us at 215.629.2300.

Pictures from ASIAC's Lunar New Year Banquet

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To look at more photos please Click Here to visit Philly Gay Calendar's photo page.

2nd Annual Lunar New Year Banquet

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You are invited to our

Second Annual LUNAR NEW YEAR Banquet Fundraiser

Saturday, January 24, 2009
6PM - 10PM

Wokano Restaurant
1100 Washington Avenue
Philadelphia PA

Featuring:
10 Course Asian Banquet
Silent Auction
Raffle

Proceeds from the fundraiser benefit ASIAC programs.
For more information or to RSVP, please call 215-629-2300 or visit http://asiac.org/a_events.html

World AIDS Day

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AIDS Services in Asian Communities (ASIAC), Southeast Asian Mutual Assistance Associations Coalition (SEAMAAC), and the Jaisohn Center present:

World AIDS Day
Red Ribbon Day

Monday December 1, 2008 5:30-8:00pm

Where:
SEAMAAC’s Main Office 1711 South Broad St. (Castle Street Side Entrance) Philadelphia, PA 19148

Schedule of Events:
11:00am-5:00pm: Free & Confidential HIV Testing (Please contact Amy Jones at 215-467-0690 to reserve a slot)
5:30pm: Reception & Health Fair
6:00-8:00pm: Panel Discussion

Panelists:
Dr. Francisco Sy: National Institute of Health: The state of HIV in Asian and Pacific Islander (API) Communities
Dr. James Shepard: Health Center 2: Barriers to treating API individuals who are infected with HIV Testimonies from Individuals living with HIV and their Caregivers

Come Join ASIAC this weekend for exciting events!

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This weekend, ASIAC will be participating in three exciting events. Below is a list of where you can go to learn more about ASIAC's programs and services!

Friday, October 10, 2008
12th Air Command Bar, 2nd floor
254 S. 12th Street, Philadelphia
Doors open @ 10 pm
Must be 21+ with proper ID
For more information, please call
(215) 629-2300

Saturday, October 11, 2008
Philadelphia Asian Film Festival
Asian Arts Initiative
3:30PM-8:30PM
For more information click here
or call 215-629-2300

Sunday, October 12, 2008
Outfest 2008
Philadelphia's Gayborhood
12th and Locust Area
12PM-7PM
For more information click here
or call 215-629-2300

ASIAC is giving away free movie tickets when you come in for an HIV test!

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Come to ASIAC for a FREE and ANONYMOUS HIV test and we'll give you a free movie ticket!

Call 215.629.2300 X23 or email testing@asiac.org for more information

IN THE TIME IT TAKES TO DO THESE TWO ACTIVITIES....YOU COULD KNOW.

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WHAT IS THE HIV TEST?

The HIV test is used to detect HIV infection in people. The test is done by taking a blood sample and examining it for HIV antibodies.

The two possible results for the test are the following:

A positive test means you are infected with HIV.

A negative test means either you don't have HIV or you have been infected with HIV, but your body has not made antibodies yet (this can take 3-6 months).

The only way to know for sure if you have HIV is to have an HIV test.
Another HIV test that is an alternative to taking blood is the Oraquick Advance test which uses oral samples from the mouth. This test has proven to be 99% accurate.

WHY SHOULD I TAKE THE HIV TEST?

You should take the HIV test if you have done any of the following risky behavior:

Had unprotected sex with an HIV infected person or someone of unknown HIV status.
Shared needles with anybody.

Any activity that exposes you to semen, blood, vaginal secretions, breast milk or other body fluids that may carry HIV.

Received a blood transfusion before 1985.

HOW CAN I BE SURE THAT NO ONE WILL KNOW THAT I TOOK THE TEST OR ITS RESULTS?

No one will know your name. Everyone who takes the test is assigned a number with a personal code. Trained medical counselors will administer the tests and answer any questions. Revealing test results to anyone other than yourself or without your written permission is against state law.

WHAT IF I CAN'T SPEAK OR READ ENGLISH VERY WELL?

Interpreter assistance to help you understand your counselors can be arranged.

WHEN SHOULD I TAKE THE TEST?

You should take the test 3-6 months after any risky behavior.

WHAT HAPPENS AT THE TEST CENTER?

Before the test, a counselor explains the test and answers your questions.
A little blood is taken from your arm and sent to the lab. For Oraquick, an oral sample will be taken from your mouth. This procedure is painless.
In 1-2 weeks, you go back to the test center to get your results and receive counseling.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I GET A POSITIVE RESULT?

If you have tested positive, the counselor will refer you to services that will help you understand and cope with HIV. People who have tested positive have much more medical options than ever before. Early treatments can lead to a longer and healthier life.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I GET A NEGATIVE RESULT?

If you have tested negative, the counselor may suggest that you take a second test in a few months to confirm the first test result. The counselor will also make a plan for you to reduce your risk of HIV infection in the future.

MORE FACTS ABOUT HIV TESTING

It's Free & Anonymous.
It's Safe and Easy.
Free interpreter assistance is available.
The earlier you know, the better it is for your health.

COME TO ASIAC FOR FREE AND ANONYMOUS HIV TESTING!!! CYNDI, OUR HIV TESTING COUNSELOR WILL RESPECT YOUR PRIVACY AND PROVIDE NONJUDGEMENTAL ACCURATE RAPID HIV TESTING AT NO CHARGE TO YOU!!!

CALL 215.629.2300 X23 OR

EMAIL: asiactesting@gmail.com to make an appointment

CHOOSE TO KNOW!

ASIAC Presents Jaded Lounge September 2008 "Back to Basics"

2008-08-27T12:32:00.001-07:00

Friday, September 9, 2008
12th Air Command Bar,

2nd floor254 S. 12th Street, Philadelphia

Doors open @ 10 pm Show Starts at Midnight

Free entry for one with this card before 11 pmMust be 21+ with proper ID

For more information, please call (215) 629-2300 X13

Participate in the MATH Project!

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Call ASIAC at 215-629-2300 X23 and find out how you can do the MATH and earn extra $$$!!!

ASIAC

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Come visit us soon for more information!