The ACC, Asian Pacific American Bar Association, City & County of Denver and The State of Colorado invites you to attend this informative panel discussion to start the New Year right with learning more about issues and concerns in the areas of economic development, international trade, boards and commissions and the non-profit sector.  There is no charge for this event although RSVP’s are required as seating is limited.

Parr-Widener Law Library

City & County of Denver Building

1437 Bannock Street Denver, CO

(enter through main entrance on Bannock or south side entry on 14th Street)

{parking in Denver Cultural Garage across the street from the Denver Public Library just past 13th Avenue on the right side of Broadway)

RSVP’s to the Asian CC office at 303-595-9737 or asiancc@rmi.net by Friday, January 20th

Seating is limited and  RSVP’s are required so we would suggest that you reserve now.

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

5:30 to 7:00 pm

Denver Public Schools Business Fair

When: Wednesday, January 11, 2011

Event: Business Fair

Time: 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm

Where:  PPA Event Center  2105 Decatur Street Denver, CO  80211

* Light refreshments will be served

As a business owner, this is your chance to learn about 2012 and 2013 construction projects, meet DPS decision makers, general contractors, and professional designers. This is also the opportunity as a prime contractor, subcontractor, service provider, or supplier, to maximize your potential by bringing your business cards and brochures so that you can begin to develop and establish new relationships.

Learn about the “How To Do Business With DPS” workshops

Meet the members of the Business Diversity Outreach Program Council (BDOP)

For more information contact Sharon Gonzales @ sharon_gonzales@dpsk12.org

International Business & Rodeo Day

When: Friday, January 13, 2012

Where: National Western Club in the Hall of Education, National Western Complex 4655 Humboldt Street Denver, CO 80126

Time: 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Registration: $40 Members, (this is the ACC member price) $50 Non-members and $30 kids 3 – 11 yrs. old

The 13th Annual International Business & Rodeo Day promises to continue the tradition of an evening of international networking and fun at the National Western Stock Show.  Now in its 106th year, the stock show offers a look at the important business of agriculture, which continues to attract overseas visitors and global interest to our state.

Your ticket includes:

* A western-style buffet and complimentary drinks at a private reception in the National Western Club

* A reserved seat at the Rodeo Event

* Full day access to exhibition floors

Co-Operating Organizations: Asian Chamber of Commerce, Chamber of the Americas, Colorado Chinese Chamber of Commerce, Colorado Consular Corps, French American Chamber of Commerce, German American Chamber of Commerce, Institute of International Education, International Business Circle, Japan America Society of Colorado, OzDenver – Australian/New Zealand Club, Swedish American Chamber of Commerce

For registration download  and payment process, go to:

http://www.wtcdenver.org/events/detail/international-rodeo-day/

or call 303-592-5760

This year BG’s Designs will be held at the annual Colorado Budokan Holiday Boutique. Come and enjoy arts and craft gifts, handcrafted cards and candles and many other items from a variety of vendors.

When:  Saturday December 10, 2011  4:00 pm to 8:00pm

Sunday, December 11, 2011 1o:00 am to 6:00 pm

Time:  4:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Place: Colorado Budokan

3547 S. Monaco Blvd.  (Monaco & Hampden, behind King Soopers

Proceeds will benefit CB’s Athlete Scholarship Fund

Contact Betty Inouye @  binouye202@aol.com

ACC Leads Group 1

Where: ACC Office Location  924 W. Colfax Avenue Denver, CO  80202

Time: 11:00 am to 12:00 noon

The purpose of the leads group is to help our members acquire new clients or expand into new markets.

Contact John for more information @ 303-595-9737 or asiancc@rmi.net

Analyzing RFPs and Writing Complaint Proposals

This 2.5 hour seminar will provide you with the essential tools to:

* Interpret and understand what the RFP/RFQ issuer wants to see

* Develop a compliance tracking and management system

* Ensure 100% compliance with the issuer’s requirements

* Structure a logical, readable proposal or statement of qualifications

* Make informed “bid/no bid” decisions

* Cope with a “bad” RFP / RFQ

This seminar is designed for small businesses – both formally and self certified.

Date:  December 9, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Venue: The U.S. Federal Reserve Bank of Denver on the 16th Street Mall  1020 16th Street Denver, CO

Cost: $49 for one attendee and $89 for two attendees. Space is limited.

Additional information: The Federal Reserve Bank is a secure location. All attendees must be pre-registered by November 29, 2011 and must bring an official photo ID for admission. This means that your reservation must be paid in full by November 29th. No exceptions are possible.

Contact Janet Arrowood, The Write Source, Inc. at 303-717-7444 or e-mail her at TheWriteSource2@yahoo.com or LeRoy Romero, Director Minority Business Office at 303-892-3764 or l.romero@state.co.us

Sponsored by the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade

Join us for our November business after hours at Japoix Restaurant & Lounge.

Appetizers will be served and there will be a cash bar. You are welcome to stay for dinner on your own!

Date:  Wednesday,  November 16, 2011

Place: Japoix Restaurant & Lounge 975 Lincoln Street Denver, CO 80203

Free parking inside the Beauvallon condominium parking garage. Take 2nd right after 9th Avenue on Lincoln Street to parking garage entrance.

Cost: $10.00

Please RSVP by November 15th to the ACC office at 303-595-9737 or asiancc@rmi.net

Colorado Chinese New Year Celebration

Saturday, January 21, 2012

Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities 6901 Wadsworth Blvd.  Arvada, CO  80023

11:00 am  Exhibition:  Asian cultural fair featuring authentic Chinese arts, crafts and food.

There will be 3 shows at the Arvada Center Theater main stage

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

8:00 – 10:00 pm

A Dinner Banquet and silent auction start at 5:00 pm

Tickets:

Adults $15, Children (3 to 16) $12, Seniors $12, and groups,(20 or more) $12 per person

www.cnyc-co.org

720-999-3010

Organized by Colorado Chinese New Year Celebration Committee

Reviving 5,000 years of civilization!

February 22, 2012  Wed. 7:30 pm

February 23, 2012  Thursday  7:30 pm

The Buell Theater

Limited Engagement Tickets on sale now

www.shenyun2012.com

Group Ticket Rates Available by calling 1-888-316-4234

27th Annual Simpson United Methodist Church Arts & Crafts Showcase

Sunday, October 23, 2011

11:00 am to 3:00 pm

This annual event features handcrafted items, holiday gifts, jewelry, paintings, ceramics, Manju and Chirashi made by members of Simpson Church , their families and members of the Japanese community.

6001 Wolff Street  Arvada, CO  303-428-7963