TACL 40TH Anniversary Retreat
Apr
4
to Apr 7

TACL 40TH Anniversary Retreat

Dear TAP-DC Board Alumni,

We are thrilled to invite you to the Taiwanese American Citizens League's (TACL) 40th Anniversary Retreat, a special event celebrating four decades of dedication to the Taiwanese American community.

 When: April 4-7 2025
 Where: Long Beach, California
RSVP: Zeffy (registration required)

This retreat offers a unique opportunity to connect with fellow members, reflect on our shared history, and envision the future of TACL. The weekend will feature engaging workshops, inspiring keynote speakers, and various activities designed to strengthen our community bonds. For more information, visit the convention website or read their latest newsletter.

We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you!

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2025 Lunar New Year Celebration: Story, Spirit, and Synergy
Feb
22
6:00 PM18:00

2025 Lunar New Year Celebration: Story, Spirit, and Synergy

  • 54 Restaurant Bar and Lounge (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join AscendGW, FYP DC, NOVAL-DC, and TAP-DC for a Lunar New Year celebration like never before. Dine, drink, and delight in culture & unity!

For the first time in years, TAP-DC, AscendGW, FYP DC, and NOVAL-DC are partnering to bring you a celebration that's bigger and better than ever before!

Join us on Saturday, Feb. 22 at 54 Restaurant Bar and Lounge in Fairfax, VA for Story, Spirit, and Synergy: our 2025 Lunar New Year Celebration. Enjoy a delicious dinner buffet, grab a refreshing beverage, watch spectacular cultural performances, and more!

Our coveted 2025 Lunar New Year celebration is set to be a truly extraordinary event. Space is limited, so be sure to buy your ticket today.

In an effort to make the event more accessible, we're offering a number of discounted tickets for early registrants. Pricing goes up after Jan. 20.

📅 When: Saturday, Feb. 22 from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m.

📍 Where: 54 Restaurant Bar & Lounge (Fairfax, VA)

🎟️ RSVP: Eventbrite (required)

More information to come! Follow along on our website or social media to be the first to hear about ticket sales, sponsorship opportunities, and other details about this can’t-miss event.

Let’s ring in the Lunar New Year together in unity and celebration!

Questions? Email us at board@tap-dc.org.

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TAP-DC January TAPpy Hour at Hiya Izakaya
Jan
27
9:00 PM21:00

TAP-DC January TAPpy Hour at Hiya Izakaya

Kick off the new year with TAP-DC’s first TAPpy Hour of 2025!

Join us for an evening of good vibes, great food, and even better company at Hiya Izakaya inside the Love, Makoto food hall. This is your chance to meet new people, build community, and connect with fellow AAPI professionals in the DC area—all while enjoying delicious Japanese cuisine, Izakaya-style foods, and refreshing beverages.

Happy hour at Hiya Izakaya will run all night! Grab select skewers and light bites for $5 and enjoy $7 sake, beer, wines, or cocktails from the happy hour menu. You can also pop over to the adjoining Love on the Run, which offers additional food, snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, and sweet treats.

When: Monday, Jan. 27 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Hiya Izakaya inside Love, Makoto (200 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001)
RSVP: Eventbrite (strongly encouraged)

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Mandarin Supper Club
Jan
10
6:30 PM18:30

Mandarin Supper Club

Let TAP-DC help you work toward your new year's resolutions!

For the first supper club of the new year, TAP-DC will host another immersion language dinner. While you’re enjoying authentic Chinese cuisine, you’ll be supporting a local business, meeting new people/building community, and engaging in conversational Mandarin practice.

Grab a ticket while they’re still available!

 When: Friday, Jan. 10 at 6:30 p.m.
 Where: Sichuan Pavilion (1814 K St NW, Washington, DC 20006)
 RSVP: Eventbrite (required)

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TAP DC First Ever Brunch Club
Nov
9
12:00 PM12:00

TAP DC First Ever Brunch Club

We're switching things up! Join us for our very first Brunch Club, where we gather the TAP DC community for a relaxed and delicious weekend brunch. Typically, our Supper Clubs bring members together for intimate dinners on weekday evenings, but this time, we’re embracing the weekend vibes with a cozy brunch.

Come connect with other community members over mouthwatering dishes and great company at Black’s Bar & Kitchen, located in the heart of Bethesda. This is a great opportunity to meet new friends, share stories, and discuss future TAP DC events and collaborations.

RSVP HERE

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TAP DC October Supper Club
Oct
18
7:30 PM19:30

TAP DC October Supper Club

Join TAP-DC on Friday, October 18 at 7:30 pm for a casual dinner.

Board members Li Chen and Katherine will host our monthly Supper Club at Haikan, located inside the Atlantic Plumbing building. Enjoy a bowl of ramen, donburi, and more!

Registration on Eventbrite is required. A $5 reservation fee will go toward the total price of your meal. Space is limited, so please be sure to RSVP to secure your spot.

Hope to see you there!

RSVP HERE

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Taste & Partnerships with TAP DC
Oct
17
6:30 PM18:30

Taste & Partnerships with TAP DC

We are excited to announce that our upcoming AANHPI Happy Hour event is now open to the broader DMV AANHPI community! Originally, we extended the invitation to members of various AANHPI organizations, but we’ve decided to widen the circle to welcome all community members to join in on the fun.

Following our recent board turnover at Taiwanese American Professionals DC, we are eager to connect with others across the AANHPI community and discuss exciting collaboration opportunities. Come enjoy a relaxed evening of food, drinks, and lively conversation at the dynamic Quarter Market in Ballston Quarter.

Event Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, October 17th, 2024
📍 Venue: Quarter Market, Ballston Quarter
Time: 6:30 - 9 PM

We encourage you to share this invitation with your network and help us bring the community together!

Ticket Information:
There is a $5 ticket fee to help us manage attendance, but this will be fully refunded upon confirmation of your attendance.

We look forward to seeing you there and connecting with all the wonderful people in the DMV’s extended AANHPI community!

RSVP HERE

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Boba with Board
Oct
6
4:00 PM16:00

Boba with Board

Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon at Spot of Tea - Dupont Circle!

Come meet the new TAP-DC board. Have ideas for community events? Interested in learning more about board and how to join?

If Spot of Tea is too full for our group then we will grab our Boba then walk over to a nearby park.

We are excited to meet more of our wonderful community members while supporting our local tea spot!

RSVP HERE

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Aug
28
6:30 PM18:30

August TAPpy Hour

Join TAP-DC for a TAPpy Hour at Boardwalk Bar & Arcade, the largest indoor/outdoor bar in our nation's capital. Located at The Wharf, Boardwalk is within walking distance from both the L'Enfant Plaza and Waterfront metro stations.

Cool down with frozen drinks as you catch up with old friends and make new connections! Plus, indulge your inner child with arcade games like skeeball, Dance Dance Revolution, and Mortal Kombat. To view their menus and a complete list of games, visit the Boardwalk website.

When: Wednesday, August 28th @6:30pm
Where: Boardwalk Bar & Arcade (715 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024)
RSVP: Eventbrite

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Aug
13
7:30 PM19:30

August Supper Club

Enjoy a delicious meal with your fellow TAP-DC members next week at Anju, our August Supper Club venue. Anju serves an array of Korean cuisine in a modern home-style setting.

The closest metro station is Dupont Circle. There is limited street parking available.

When: Tuesday, August 13th @7:30pm
Where: Anju (1805 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009)
RSVP: Zeffy

View the dinner and drink menus here

If you have any questions, please reach out to Angelina at angelina.liu@tap-dc.org or Jeannie at jeannie.shen@tap-dc.org.

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Jul
24
6:30 PM18:30

July Supper Club

If you have not had Nepalese food before you are now in luck! TAP-DC is hosting supper club this month at Royal Nepal Bistro. Nepalese cuisine reflects the beautiful and diverse heritage that is Nepal. Come share a meal with us. This will be the final supper club under the current board leadership.

When: Wednesday, July 24th @6:30pm
Where: Royal Nepal Bistro (Vienna, VA)
RSVP: Zeffy

Seats are limited so sign up quickly! 

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Jul
18
6:30 PM18:30

July TAPpy Hour

Join TAP-DC for Happy Hour at Nada in North Bethesda conveniently located near the Bethesda metro station. This will be the final happy hour with the current board members of TAP-DC before turning over to the new board. Come hangout over drinks and small bites as summer continues to heat up. 

When: Thursday, July 18th @6:30pm
Where: Nada (North Bethesda, MD)
RSVP: Eventbrite

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Jul
14
1:00 PM13:00

TAP Wine Tasting

Come unwind with a glass of wine and good conversation with your fellow TAP-DC members at Bluemont Vineyards! Located at 951 feet elevation, you'll be able to take in panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains while sipping wine. Our reservation is for 2 hours and seating is outdoors. Light food menu will be available. Spots are limited, so save your spot by signing up today! RSVP Deadline is July 10. Ticket includes table deposit and will be applied to the final bill.

When: Sunday, July 14th @1pm
Where: Bluemont Vineyards (Bluemont, VA)
RSVP: Zeffy

See details of the Bluemont Vineyards here
If you are interested in carpooling, click here!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Jennifer at jennifer.lung@tap-dc.org or Grace at grace.chen@tap-dc.org.

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Jun
27
6:30 PM18:30

TAPpy Hour

Summer is heating up and we are celebrating over drinks and lite bites at Kusshi Sushi! Kusshi Sushi has been a long time collaborator with TAP-DC and we will be at their Arlington location this month. Come for the drinks and food and stay to network with our amazing community. 

When: Thursday, June 27th @6:30pm
Where: Kusshi Sushi (Arlington, VA)
RSVP: Eventbrite

Space is limited so please RSVP early! Deadline to RSVP is Tuesday June 25. 
Hope to see you there! 

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Jun
19
5:45 PM17:45

June Supper Club

Join TAP-DC's President and VP, Jeannie and Alicia at this month's supper club. We'll be going to Perry's Restaurant in Adams Morgan. 

When: Wednesday, June 19th @5:45pm
Where: Perry's Restaurant (Washington, DC)
RSVP: Zeffy

Be sure to RSVP by June 17th so we can reserve your seat. If you have any questions, please email jeannie.shen@tap-dc.org or alicia.loh@tap-dc.org

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Jun
18
6:30 PM18:30

TAP-DC x FYP Karaoke Night

Our long awaited Karaoke night is back! We are switching it up this time around hosting this event at The Game Sports Pub (underneath Tiki on 18th) in collaboration with TAP DC!

When: Tuesday, June 18th @6:30pm
Where: The Game Sports Pub (Washington, DC)
RSVP: Here!

Come through for a night filled with great music and even greater people :) FYP and TAP have will be announcing our summer programming at this event as well!

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Jun
15
9:00 AM09:00

Tzu Chi Washington DC: Food Pantry Volunteer Registration

Every month, Tzu Chi provide fresh produce and pantry staples to low-income households in Northern Virginia. With your support, we are able to serve our neighbors in need. As a volunteer, you will help to sign in families and distribute fresh produce and non-perishable foods.

When: Saturday, June 15th @9am
Where: Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation Office (Reston, VA)

Sign up here!
For any questions, please reach out to Steve Chen at steve.chen@tzuchi.us.

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Jun
9
3:00 PM15:00

Tea Talks with TAP-DC

Want to learn more about TAP-DC? Interested in joining board? Come enjoy some tea and conversation with new and old friends! Expect some structure with opportunity for organic banter.

When: Sunday, June 9th @3pm
Where: National Mall (Washington, DC)
RSVP: Eventbrite

We will meet up at the Smithsonian Metro Stop and walk to find a picnic spot on the Mall. Feel free to bring picnic blankets and/or lawn chairs. See you there. RSVP by 6/5 for free boba! 

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Jun
5
5:30 PM17:30

Career Skills Advancement Webinar

Join TAP for an informative presentation on English for Heritage Language Speakers (EHLS)recruitment requirements for 2025. As a representative of EHLS, Ms. Reckford will provide an overview of the EHLS program and share insight on the professional skills that prepare non-native English speakers for careers with the federal government.

When: Wednesday, June 5th @5:30pm
Where: Zoom (Virtual)
RSVP: Zoom

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Apr
21
1:00 PM13:00

Taiwanese Climbing Group

Are you interested in indoor climbing and reaching out to the AAPI community of the DMV? Come try it out at Sportrock Rio on 4/21, 1-4pm! First timers and experienced climbers are all welcomed.
A top rope class is also included for this event for those who'd like to try out climbing/belaying with an instructor.
The class is approximately 2 hours, please arrive early if you intend to join the class. Sign up here!

If there are any questions please reach out to Katherine Lin via email at Kthrn.lin@gmail.com.

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Apr
19
12:00 PM12:00

Federal Careers for AA & NHPI Students

  • Edward St. John Learning & Teaching Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The White House Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (WHIAANHPI) Mid-Atlantic Region is hosting the event, Federal Careers for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Students, to illuminate pathways to federal careers for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islander (AA & NHPI) college students. Our panel will showcase inspiring stories from AA & NHPI federal employees who exemplify a steadfast commitment to public service and equity,

Address: University of Maryland at College Park, Edward St. John Learning & Teaching Center, Room 2204,

4131 Campus Drive, College Park, MD 20742

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Apr
11
7:00 PM19:00

TAP-DC Supper Club

  • Artha Rini Indonesian Resaurant (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Let's come together to support and celebrate the newly opened gem in the DMV area, offering authentic Indonesian cuisine. 

When: Thursday, April 11th @7pm
Where: Artha Rini Indonesian Resaurant (Kensington, MD)
RSVP: Zeffy

Did you know? One of our very own TAP board members was born and raised in Indonesia, making this culinary adventure even more special! Be sure to RSVP by April 9th so we can reserve your seat.

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Mar
28
6:00 PM18:00

TAPpy Hour: Reunite, Refresh, Recharge!

Calling all TAP-DC members, current and past!  Join us for a fun-filled Happy Hour at Han Palace to connect, unwind, and celebrate our amazing community.

Why you can't miss it:
Mingle with fellow members and reconnect with alumni Board members.
Enjoy delicious food and drinks in a vibrant atmosphere.
Celebrate the impact of TAP-DC and share exciting plans for the future.
Unwind after a busy week and network in a relaxed setting.

When: Thursday, March 28th, 6pm
Where: Han Palace (Mclean, VA)
RSVP: Zeffy

We especially encourage our dedicated Board members, past and present, to join us and reminisce about your TAP-DC journey. Your experience and guidance are invaluable to our community!

Spread the word and RSVP today! Limited spots available, so don't delay: RSVP by Wednesday, March 27th to secure your spot.

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Mar
21
7:00 PM19:00

TAP-DC Supper Club

Join us this TAP Supper Club at the newest artisan Filipino restaurant in DC making huge waves in the DMV area! Come eat Filipino tapas like you've never seen before, featuring ingredients like gold leaf, caviar, and truffles. 

When: Thursday, March 21st @7pm
Where: Hirya (Washington, DC)
RSVP: Zeffy

Be sure to RSVP by March 18th so we can reserve your seat.
If you have any questions, please email eric.weiler@tap-dc.org or jennifer.lung@tap-dc.org!

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Mar
16
9:00 AM09:00

TAP DC x Tzu Chi Food Pantry Volunteering

TAP-DC is partnering with Tzu Chi to volunteer at their monthly food pantry distribution this March! 

When: Saturday, March 16th @9am
Where: Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation (Reston, VA)

Every month, Tzu Chi Washington DC volunteers provide fresh produce and pantry staples to low-income households in Northern Virginia. With your support, we are able to serve our neighbors in need. As a volunteer, you will help to sign in families, distribute fresh produce and non-perishable foods, and coordinate traffic entry and exit.

Get more details and sign up here!

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Feb
29
7:00 PM19:00

TAP-DC Supper Club

When: Thursday, February 29th @7pm
Where: Oegadgib (Annandale, VA)
RSVP: Zeffy

It's Supper Club time! Join us for some delicious Korean BBQ at Oegadgib (and before you ask, yes they do all you can eat!).

Be sure to RSVP by February 26th so we can reserve your seat.
If you have any questions, please email ryan.jian@tap-dc.org or grace.chen@tap-dc.org!

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Feb
25
1:00 PM13:00

Community Event at Sportrock Rio

Are you interested in indoor climbing and reaching out to the AAPI community of the DMV? Come try it out at the new Sportrock Rio on 2/25 @ 1-4pm!

Sportrock Rio gym is co-hosting a climbing session with our good friend Katherine and her Taiwanese climbing group! Newcomers and seasoned climbers are both welcomed in this top rope focused event! Sign up here.

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