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Embracing the hopes and aspirations of Asian Pacific Americans
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CAPA Leadership Summit
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Registration fees are $10 for adults and $5 for students. Lunch is included in the registration.
Go to
www.capa-mi.org
or click here for more information.
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Our Sponsors
for the Fiscal Year 2011-2012
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DTE Energy
Comcast
ACCESS
CTI and Associates, Inc.
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Program Sponsors
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Detroit Wayne County Community Mental Health Agency
Detroit Area Agency on Aging 1A
Area Agency on Aging 1B
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Michigan Dept. of Community Health/ HDRAMH Comcast Foundation General Motors Company Confucius Institute at Wayne State University OCA
American Citizens for Justice
APIAVote-Michigan
Michigan Nonprofit Associaiton
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Our 40th Anniversary
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Cherishing the Past, Celebrating the Present,
Embracing the Future
Keynote Speaker: Marcella Lee
News Anchor at KFMB-TV San Diego
Former News Anchor WDIV-TV Detroit
Former ACA Board Member
ACA High School Scholarship Recipient
For information on how you can support ACA as a sponsor, underwriter or patron, please click here or call us at either 248-585-9343 or 313-831-1790.
Tickets: $50 General, $100 Patron, $500 Table of Ten
ACA's 40th Anniversary Celebration Gala Banquet
Friday, October 12, 2012
5:30PM
Glen Oaks Country Club
30500 W. Thirteen Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI 48334
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Comcast Digital Connectors Program
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ACA is partnering with Comcast to offer the Comcast Digital Connectors program. This program will begin on Sun. September 30, 2012 and end on Thurs. May 30, 2013.
The Comcast Digital Connectors program is for any youth, ages 14-21, with an interest in digital technology. The program will focus on 12 core competencies:
- Leadership and diversity
- Personal development
- Workforce development
- Financial literacy
- Community Mapping
- Digital literacy
- Hardware and networks
- Software and programming
- Media production and civic journalism
- Environment and sustainability
- Service and global engagement
- Teaching and facilitation
The program is split into two classes per week (Sunday 2pm-6pm and Thursday 4pm-6pm). Participants will also need to provide a minimum of 56 hours community service. The program is limited to 20 students.
Participants in this program should: have a desire to learn technology; want to become a better leader and professional; have an inquisitive mind to address pressing social issues; and have a commitment to give back to their communities.
Incentive items: backpack, t-shirt, flash drive with lanyard, and upon graduation from the program a flip video camera and Netbook. There is also the possibility of getting Cisco certification.
To apply, please complete the application form and email it back to dliou@acaccc.org by Thursday, Sept. 20, 2012. Applicants will be contacted for an interview prior to the start of the program. If you have any questions or for more information, please contact David Liou at dliou@acaccc.org.
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ACA 40th Anniversary Commemorative Book
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A special keepsake book commemorating the past 40 years of ACA will be available soon. This hardcover book will include historical and personal narratives as well as many photos. This fond look back over the past four decades will highlight some of ACA's major achievements and serves to inspire us as we continue serving the Asian Pacific American community in the years to come.
If you would like to reserve your copy of the book, please contact us at 248-585-9343 or send an email to syee@acaccc.org.
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ACA 40th Anniversary T-Shirts and Sweatshirts
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You can still participate in the celebration of ACA's 40th Anniversary by purchasing an anniversary t-shirt and/or sweatshirt. The 40th Anniversary logo appears on both garments.
The child-sized t-shirt is available in white. The adult-sized t-shirt is available in white or black. The adult-sized sweatshirt is available in black.
The child-sized t-shirts are $12 each and adult-sized t-shirts are $15 each. The sweatshirts are $35 each for ACA members and $40 each for non-members.
Proceeds from the sale of the t-shirts and sweatshirts go towards supporting ACA's programs and services.
If you would like to make a purchase, please call 248-585-9343 or 313-831-1790. You may also send an email to syee@acaccc.org. To see more photos of the t-shirt and sweatshirt designs and for a detailed description of each, please click here. Get your t-shirt and/or sweatshirt today! |
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Toledo Zoo Summer Outing Recap
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Over 50 people took advantage of the beautiful weather to attend a one-day outing to the Toledo Zoo on August 23rd.
The group at the gates of the Toledo Zoo
At play with the butterflies
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Summer Camp Recap
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This year's campers had a lot of fun exploring Chinese culture and rekindling old friendships and establishing new ones. Close to 100 campers and counselors participated in camp.
Thanks to our camp counselors who worked so hard and led a great camp. We wish all of our campers a wonderful school year and we hope to see you again next summer.
ACA Executive Director Shenlin Chen
with Canton camp counselors
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ACA Moon Festival Fri., September 28 at 10:30am Join us in celebrating the Moon Festival. There will be entertainment, Chinese food for lunch, and moon cake raffles. Tickets are $5 ($2 for children 10 yrs. old and under).
Our Senior Club is 7 years old and going strong. To mark this anniversary there will be special performances followed by a catered lunch. Tickets are $4 for a general ticket and $2 for seniors 60 years and older or children under 10 yrs. old. We acknowledge and thank our dedicated volunteers who have helped us throughout the year. Program includes entertainment & Chinese dinner. Tickets are $6 for a general ticket and $4 for seniors 60 years and older or children under 10 years old. ACA General Membership Meeting Thur., Dec. 6 at 7pm
A review of the past year's programs and achievements will be presented along with a Treasurer's report. Nominees will also be elected to the ACA Board. Dinner will be served at 6:30pm prior to the start of the meeting. RSVP is required. Sun., Dec 9 at 6pm This is ACA's 29th year honoring some of our best and brightest local high school students. Several scholarships will be awarded. Additional details to come. You can call 248-585-9343 or 313-831-1790 for more information or check our website homepage and calendar for updated information on these and other activities and events. Dates, details and pricing are subject to change.
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If you've been considering joining ACA, we encourage you to do so. Not only is it a good way to support ACA, but you can also benefit. Members can receive discounts on designated programs, services, and some classes.If your membership has lapsed, we hope that you will consider renewing your membership.
Click here for information and a membership form. If you have news on a member that you'd like considered for inclusion in our e-newsletter, please email the information to our Executive Director at schen@acaccc.org.
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Our Mission Statement
ACA is dedicated to advancing the social, political and economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans in the United States. Chinese Community Center address:32585 Concord Drive Madison Heights, MI 48071 Phone: 248-585-9343 Fax: 1-888-708-2739 Office hours: Monday-Friday 10AM-4PM, Saturday-Sunday Closed
Detroit Service Center address:
4750 Woodward Ave., Suite 211
Detroit, MI 48201
Phone: 313-831-1790
Fax: 313-831-3613
Office hours: Monday-Thursday 9AM-4:00PM, Friday 10AM-4PM, Saturday-Sunday Closed
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