8.19.2009

$2000 AND MORE...

Byebye Grace, Hello 29 was a huge success! Thanks to everyone who gave their time and energy to help create a beautiful experience on Saturday. About 200 guests of all different ages from all over California gathered to celebrate Grace's next adventure in Chicago and Angela's birthday. Not only was $2000 collected to go towards PATH and 5eleven, but there was real energy and excitement through the connections made and the art being shared by local artists whether through dance, painting, music or food.

Money that is donated for a cause and used to change lives can go a long way but when you can mobilize and bring together individuals for a purpose to collaborate and create, the impact can be immeasurable. So we are grateful for the generosity of our guests to give $2000 towards PATH and 5eleven, and we are also incredibly thankful for our family, friends and even strangers who stepped up to help make a space for our community to gather, connect and hopefully be inspired to love and live with purpose.


Behind the Scenes:
Jon Foote (Photo)
Shana Fu (East West Event Productions)
Neil Hamamura (Lighting/Sound)
Stephanie Jung (Film Editing)
Chris Kim (Graphic Artist)
Sam Song (Photo/Video)
Anonymous Donors (you know who you are, thank you!)

Culinary Geniuses:
Andrea Bridgeman
Julie Foyle
Lisa Halm
Pia Hong
Erin Kim
Ingrid Ling
Phil Ling
Bob Rake (Mission of H.O.P.E.)
Cajun Vic
Andy Windack
Coffee Bean (Harvard/Main)
Don Jose's Mexican Restaurant (Lake Forest)

Artisan Gurus:
Justice Coleman (artwork)
Mike DeArman (Fusion Dance Team)
Des (artwork)
DJ Audible
DJ Mikey P
Derrick Engoy (spoken word)
Marissa Engoy (acoustic)
Tony Kim (artwork)
Matt Shockley (acoustic)
Ted Tanouye (balloon artist)

8.18.2009

What's in the Fridge?

Amazing artwork by Tony Kim which was created for the party. Tony is creative leadership guru, executive pastor at Newsong Church and creator of Design Stars. He's an inspirational leader and role model for me so it was a HUGE privilege to have him share his time and talents for the event. Thanks, Tony!

Yes, it's a fridge.


8.10.2009

Can anyone say... GUMBO?!

Louisana may be miles away but on August 15 we get to experience the best of Southern Lousiana through Cajun Vic's creations!

So You Think You Can Dance?!

I definitely can't dance, but Fusion can! Mike DeArman and team from Mika Community Development Corporation will be bustin' out the moves on Saturday. Come out to get to know...

FUSION: uniting dance, culture, and diversity to create harmony

8.05.2009

8.04.2009

What's Goin' Down at 5Eleven!

Hey party people, here's what you have to look forward to on August 15:

4:00pm -FOOD (served until 8pm) & Balloon Creations for the kids!
5:00pm -Live Music w/ Marissa Engoy
6:15pm -Dance w/ Fusion (Mike DeArman and Crew)
7:00pm -Live Music w/ Matt Shockley
8:00pm -Music w/ Derrick Engoy
9:00pm -Dance w/Fusion
9:15pm -DANCING! w/ DJ Audible

8.03.2009

East West Productions!


Shana Fu from East West Event Productions to help coordinate on August 15! Shana's got mad event coordinating skillz. I first met Shana when she was planning an awareness arts event on Human Trafficking. She's got a real heart for event coordinating for a purpose! Check out the website just to get a small glimpse of what she can do: www.eastwesteventproductions.com