As stated above, there is a bbq - bring heineken's only (none of that shitty *** light beers). This is after Lotus Festival in Echo Park. So send a PM to DJDino for direction to his house from Echo Park (less than .50 miles east).



Details for the Annual Lotus Festival.
WHAT:

2005 Lotus Festival sponsored by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks

WHEN:
Saturday, July 9, 2005 - 12:00 noon to 9:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 10, 2005 - 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m.
(Dates coincide with the blooming of the Lotus Flower)


LOCATION: Echo Park in Los Angeles, California, located on Park Avenue between Glendale Avenue and Echo Park Boulevard, just north of the Hollywood (101) and Pasadena (110) freeway junction, near Dodger Stadium

GENERAL PARKING LOCATIONS LOGAN STREET SCHOOL:
1711 W. Montana Street, Los Angeles.
Cross streets Lemoyne St. and Montana St.
ECHO PARK BASEBALL DIAMOND:
1632 Bellevue Ave, Los Angeles
Cross streets Temple St. and Glendale Blvd

CITY OF ANGELS MEDICAL CENTER:
1711 W. Temple St, Los Angeles
Cross Streets Temple St. and Glendale Blvd.


MISSION:
To develop, promote and create an atmosphere of understanding in which Asian and Pacific Islander communities in Southern California are brought together for two (2) days of cultural sharing. To preserve and enlighten the public with a sampling of distinctly different and unique Asian and Pacific Islander customs and traditions in the arts, music, dance, drama and food.

Providing a fun and enjoyable festival for the entire family.


HIGHLIGHTS:
Opening Ceremonies begin on Saturday at 12:00 p.m., as we earmark the 28 th Annual Lotus Festival, which include live music, dance and entertainment from a variety of performers representing many of the diverse countries of Asia and the Pacific Islands . This year the Festival will highlight the people and culture of " Korea ". A fabulous fireworks finale over Echo Park Lake will conclude the day's activities at 9:00 p.m., with legendary Taiko Drummers playing the background.

Asian and Pacific Islander personalities from the media and acting professions will act as emcees/hosts during this two-day event.

Artisans-at-work will be on hand to demonstrate their skills on the beautifully decorated Flower Island Pavilion. Their artwork illustrates their spirit, tradition and pride of the Asian and Pacific Islander handiwork. Includes: paper-cutting, hand painted scrolls, calligraphy, plant and flower expertise, fish, birds and other Asian artifacts.

The Health Fair will feature educational lectures on holistic fitness. Other services to be provided include: free screenings, information and referrals.

The Community service are will feature a variety of organizations offering free information, assistance and referrals in areas of employment, social services, immigration, legal services, education, housing and translating.

The Art Show Exhibit will feature artwork with the "lotus flower" theme painted by students from Junior and Senior High Schools and Senior Citizens throughout the Southern California communities. Professional artists will judge entries. The 2005 exhibit will be opening for viewing during Festival hours at the Cathedral Center of St. Paul, 850 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles, CA. (located across the street from the boathouse)

The International Marketplace will offer a variety of Asian and Pacific Islander items and gifts for sale, including clothing, jewelry, artwork, hand-made crafts, incense, body oils and much more.

Children's Courtyard will give children the opportunity to learn Asian and Pacific Islander arts and crafts, enjoy live music, stories, songs and dances.

Queens and Princesses representing their local communities will be in their native cultural dress.

Dragon Boat Races are held both days with media and community service groups, political and business organizations and local colleges and universities will be competing for awards, while enjoying a day at this Festival on the lake.

The Food Booth area will provide a variety of Asian and Pacific Islander cuisine, that will feature enticing delicacies, which are traditional to the Asian and Pacific Island cultures.

Last year's estimated attendance alone was well over 100,000 with the population composed of the diverse cultures that make-up Los Angeles!


CONTACT:
2005 Lotus Festival
3900 West Chevy Chase Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90039
(213) 485-1310; FAX (213) 485-8746
Mary Ezell Bingham, Festival Chairperson
Irena Seta, Festival Planning & Marketing Assistant

Email: Lotus@rap.lacity.org

Website: www.laparks.org/grifmet/lotus.htm

 

Is this for Lotus cars only? I own a RX7

 

Sorry Folks,

Due to the lack of lotus plants not blossoming in correspondence to the festival, the after part BBQ is official cancelled. I cannot celebrate the event without the lotus plants being fully bloomed. However, I do urge everyone to come and enjoy the festival which attracts all walks of life .

Thanks Wacky for posting up the thread and using our Bank’s bandwidth to postwhore. I shall notify John B, the head of IT, of whom I speak with everyday, and inform him of your postwhoring and using the intern inappropriately.

 

So what time is the BBQ? Can I just bring sodas?

 

Count me in. I will bring the pancit.

 

You never bring anything BUT your appetite! Just like grade school, the kid who volunteers for sodas, but always forgets........

 

Sir, I was a latch-key kid. Try walking a mile and a half to school in the morning while carrying a 24 case in your Jansport.

 

Ill bring the oranges and juice boxes this time.

 

I just talked to Dino. he said, the show must go on with or without the flowers. so be sure to PM him for directions. Thank you Dino for making this bbq possible.