Taiwanese American Heritage Week Festival in LA

Date: Sunday, May 19, 2013
Time: 10:00am – 7:00pm
Location: Barnes Memorial Park
Address: 350 S. McPherrin Ave., Monterey Park, CA
Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/158512307646272
Website: http://www.tahwla.org

This year marks the 15th Anniversary of the Taiwanese American Heritage Week, first declared by U.S. Congress in 1999 to honor the culture and contributions of the Taiwanese Americans!

On behalf of Taiwan Center Foundation of Greater Los Angeles and the Taiwanese American Heritage Committee, we would like to invite you to attend our 2013 Taiwanese American Heritage Week Festival, which will be held on Sunday, May 19th , in collaboration with many other Taiwanese American community organizations across Southern California. There will be performances in the amphitheater throughout the day showcasing the Taiwanese American culture, as well as booths with artisans, food, games, raffles, and exquisite exhibits for people of all ages. We hope these events will foster further understanding and awareness of our proud heritage in the Greater Los Angeles region.

Food & Fun Games:
– Over 30 booths will host traditional Taiwanese cuisine & drinks & booths of games for the young & old. Bring the whole family to enjoy!
– Admission is FREE!!!
– Food & Game Tickets ($10 with raffle ticket) can be purchased in advance or on-site.
– Many prizes to be drawn.

In addition to the 5/19/13 festival, throughout the month of May, the Taiwanese American community will be hosting a series of other exhibits, workshops, and performances that will be open to the public. Please contact Taiwan Center in Rosemead for more information at (626)307-4881, or visit www.tahwla.org.