March 31: Chinese Culture Connection’s 7th Annual Gala

You are cordially invited to Chinese Culture Connection’s 7th Annual Gala on Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 6:00 PM.

The evening will feature an overview of the Chinese Culture Connection’s more than quarter century of efforts and accomplishments, as well as to recognize three individuals who have contributed and committed their talents in the arts, culture, and humanities for the betterment of our society.

This year’s recipient for the Excellence Achievement Award in the arts goes to Dr. Yu-Lan Lin for her outstanding leadership in pioneering world language study for the nation’s public schools. The Community Services Award will be presented to Ted Woo for his over 35 years of dedicated service, tireless efforts, and outstanding accomplishments and leadership to the security of our country, as well as being a role model for our Asian youth.

Lastly, the Uncommon Local Hero Award goes to Jim Clifford, a resident of Malden. We wish to recognize him for his integrity and heroic actions in serving our great country as an Iraqi War Veteran. In addition, we will also acknowledge a few emerging youth leaders from Malden High for creating “I Know English” to support English Language Learners from both the Beebe and Salemwood Schools.

The mission of the Chinese Culture Connection is to promote intercultural harmony, strengthen diverse communities, and build bridges between American and Chinese people through interactive educational programs and the arts. At this annual gala, we are not only celebrating our quarter century of accomplishments and endeavors in sharing Chinese culture with various communities throughout New England, but also raising funds to support the organization’s mission.

Funds raised from this event will support our outreach efforts and help add new programs for the coming year. This event will be held at the Hei La Moon Chinese Restaurant, 88 Beach Street, Boston, Chinatown. It will also include live and silent auctions, as well as live entertainment, with authentic Chinese cuisine to delight our guests. Tickets for the event function are $50 per person for members and $65 per person for non-members. For sponsorship opportunities, auction donations and tickets, please contact Mei Hung at 781-321-6316 or [email protected]

238 Highland Ave., Malden, MA 02148
Tel: 781.321.6316 http://www.ChineseCultureConnection.org