Dec
16
Come see the movie debut of four AFC members–Angel, Dat, Harry and Kevin–in the Hornbill Productions’ gay-themed thriller movie, “Moon Over Hong Kong” at the Portage Theater, 4050 N. Milwaukee north of Irving Park in Chicago. Sat. January 10, 2009 at 8 p.m. No fee. Only one showing. You are invited as AFC guests. For more information, leave …
Dec
12
Through a generous donation from AFC Board member Ralph Childs, we present our last holiday ornament up for raffle at tomorrow’s (12/13) Asians and Friends Chicago Holiday Dinner. It’s a Christopher Radko ornament from Macy’s called “Quilt ‘n’ Claus” and was inspired by the Names Project Quilt. Santa’s robe is made up of quilt panels …
Dec
09
Our latest ornament to be raffled off at our Sat. Dec. 13, 2008 Holiday Dinner is the AFC Polar Bear. Board members placed the AFC logo on “Bruce” and dubbed him our Yuletide mascot. The event will begin at 7 p.m. and will be at Riques Restaurant, 5004 N. Sheridan in Chicago just a few doors …
Nov
09
Fantastic read at Daily Kos: (click link for full article) Even if you are not an Obama supporter, the world thinks much better of us now, based on the reaction the writer is hearing: Upon seeing my button, everyone, without exception, smiles. I have received preferential treatment all day long. They didn’t make me pay …
Oct
08
From Towleroad: South Korean actor Kim Ji-hoo took his own life earlier this week, the Korea Times reports. A note at the scene read: “I’m lonely and in a difficult situation. Please cremate my body.” Kim was 23: “Police said his suicide reflects public prejudice toward gay people and their difficulty in succeeding in the …
Oct
07
“What Does This Election Mean For Asian Americans?” Monday, Oct. 13 3:00 p.m. Addams Hall #207 Why should Asian Americans care about this election? Does my vote really matter? Learn more about the issues that impact Asian Americans in this election cycle and the need for Asian American political leaders. Also learn about the voting …
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