The 2009 30th Anniversary APAS Gala will be held Saturday, November 14, 2009 from 6-11pm in the Ile de France Ballroom of the JW Marriott, 614 Canal Street. Discounted valet parking is available for $10 at the entrance to the Gala.
The evening celebrates 30 years of Asian culture and heritage and will feature a fabulous array of auction items, beautiful Ms. APAS contest, Frank Hara Service Award, Raffle prizes, 3-course dinner, dancing, and entertainment!
Events Include:
- 3 Course Dinner
- Ms. Apas Contest
- Frank Hara Service Award
- Fabulous Auction Items
- Raffle Prizes
- Entertainment and Dancing
Seating:
General seating: $60; Preferred: $65; Premium: $70
Raffle:
Raffle tickets: $5 each; five chances to win the following:
- Sony Bravia 32"LCD HD TV
- Nikon Coolpix 5220 Digital Camera
- Nuvi 255 W GPS System
- Kodak Digital Picture Frame
- Venturer 6, 2" Portable DVD Player (with case and car charger!)
If you're interested in becoming a Sponsor:
For more information call (504) 831-1148 or email apasnola@gmail.com
2000: Aida J. Grace, Philippines
2001: Ramona Ramos, Philippines
2002: Bernadette Borja, Philippines
2003: Margaret XD Nguyen, Vietnam
2004: Catherine Moreau, Philippines
2005: No Gala due to Katrina
2006: Urvi Shah, India
2007: Rosalyn Nguyen, Vietnam
2008: Tu Vy Nguyen, Vietnam
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