CONTEMPORARY CHINESE INK PAINTERS LECTURE, OCTOBER 3RD
Tiffany Beres '05, a Chinese art researcher and consultant who works in Beijing, is scheduled to give a talk at the upcoming Hong Kong International Asian Art Fair (HKIAAF). She will be speaking on a very interesting topic, "Contemporary Ink: Introducing China's New Generation of Ink Painters." This lecture is held in conjuction with the exhibit she helped curate at Booth G10 sponsored by the Ink Society. For more information about Tiffany and the talk, see:
http://www.hkiaaf.com/programme/programme.htm
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2009
Time: 5:30pm–6:30pm
Place: HK Exhibition and Convention Center
WELCOME CLASS OF 2013 EVENT — LATTE ART WORKSHOP, AUGUST 22ND
Come help us welcome the students of Brown's class of 2013 at epöch for a special Latte Art Workshop!
This will be a great chance to mingle with incoming Brown students and learn how to make that perfect cup of latte!
During this event, epöch's baristas will tell you all about the history and origins of coffee as well as teach you how to make "latte art", and then the machines are all yours to produce your own art!
Date: Saturday, August 22, 2009
Time: 2:45pm–4:45pm
Place: epöch coffee bar and desserterie, 12–14 Wing Fung Street
(near Star Street and Pacific Place Three)
www.epochdesserts.com
RSVP: brownhk@gmail.com
Cost: New students: Free!
Current students: $80
Alumni: $160
SUMMER MIXER, JULY 23RD *NOTE DATE CHANGE*
School's out!! Come join us at our favourite venue, epöch, run by a dear Brunonian, to meet alums, catch up with friends and make new ones.
New Date: Thursday, July 23, 2009
Time: 7:00pm–9:00pm
Place: epöch coffee bar and desserterie, 12–14 Wing Fung Street
(near Star Street and Pacific Place Three)
www.epochdesserts.com
No sign-up or cover charge required, just come!!
STANFORD YACHT CRUISE, JULY 11TH
It's time for Stanford alum's annual cruise trip, jointly organized with Brown, and U. Pennsylvania. A delicious lunch (including wine and drinks) will be served, followed by an afternoon of your choice of more wakeboarding, banana-boating, ocean swimming and/or just relaxing aboard the ship (or ashore at the nearby beach). The yacht is also equipped with full amenities and entertainment system for those just looking for some sun! So get out your summer clothes and join us all for a weekend that's sure to be remembered!
Date: July 11, 2009 (Saturday)
Time: 9:30am – late afternoon
Venue: Pickup and drop-off at IFC Pier (Central)
RSVP: Please RSVP to Andrea Ma (our Brown event coordinator) at
andrea.ma151@gmail.com to confirm that places are still available. Then follow instructions below to pay.
Cost: $360 (inc. lunch) before July 1. $400 thereafter.
Please go to this website and follow their instructions to pay via Paypal: http://www.stanfordhk.org/event
After paying, e-mail Andrea Ma with Paypal confirmation. Brown alumni do not need to e-mail Geoffrey Chan as instructed by the website.
IVY BALL 2009, JUNE 27TH
It's the 21st anniversary of the Ivy Ball! Come join your peers from the Ivy League colleges and MIT for an incredible night of dancing and fun. Our theme this year is 21: Take a Chance. Tickets are selling fast! For a copy of the e-invite, click here.
For guests of the ball, two of our sponsors are offering special promotions:
1) Sense of Touch is offering spa discounts for up to 5 days before the ball. The discounts can
be redeemed at any of their 5 locations. For full details of offer, click here.
2) Roger Concept Tailor is offering 20% of all tuxes/suits, just quote "Ivy Ball". For more info,
click here.
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2009
Place: Grand Hyatt Hong Kong
Cost: $990 per ticket
Contact: Karen Tai (w.karen.tai@gmail.com) or Vanessa Li (vanessa_a_li@yahoo.com)
Payment Options:
1) Write a check of $990 to Brown University Alumni Association of Hong Kong and mail it
directly to Karen.
2) Write a check to Brown University Alumni Association of Hong Kong and deposit it at:
Bank of East Asia
Savings A/C #: 015-514-25-03382-7
Brown University Alumni Association of Hong Kong
Then let Karen know you have paid by mailing or e-mailing your receipt of direct deposit.
BROWN SPEAKER SERIES — SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN CHINA, JUNE 16TH
It's time for another fun and exciting Brown Speakers Series event! Our speaker this time is Colm Rafferty '98, Director of Distribution Operations for Cummins (China) and national co-leader of his company's Corporate Responsibility program in China. In 2008, Cummins (China) received the prestigious Excellent Corporate Citizenship Award, in recognition of their ongoing efforts in the area of Corporate Responsibility. For more information about the speaker, please click here.
Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Time: 7:30pm
Place: American Club, Town Club, Floors 48–49, Exchange Square 2, Central
Cost: $150 for members, $250 for non-members (dinner included)
RSVP: joyce_chung@novelent.com
THE BROWN BOOK AWARD
The Brown Book Award is awarded annually to the secondary school student who in the eyes of the administration "best combines academic excellence with clarity in written and spoken expression." 2009 marks the fourth year of our book award program and to date 17 schools have participated. For more information about the Brown Book Award, please click here.
For alumni interested in sponsoring a book which costs approximately HK$600 and consists of a dictionary with the Brown University seal please contact Martin_Matsui@hotmail.com.
SPRING MIXER WITH THE BROWN JABBERWOCKS, MARCH 25TH
Come join the Brown's acclaimed a cappella group, the Jabberwocks at our Spring Mixer. Sip some cocktails and enjoy tunes from the Wocks—just like the good old days under the Wayland arch. Check out the Wocks' website at: www.jabberwocks.com
Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Time: 7:00pm–9:00pm
Place: epöch coffee bar and desserterie, 12–14 Wing Fung Street
(near Star Street and Pacific Place Three)
www.epochdesserts.com
No RSVP required. Just drop by!
MEMORY WORKSHOP + DINNER WITH SCOTT BORNSTEIN, MARCH 20TH
Scott Bornstein, an expert of memorization techinques, will be giving a short evening workship followed by dinner for the Williams and Brown communities in Hong Kong. This is a unique opportunity for us to hear from a highly sought-after speaker in a casual and relaxing setting. For more information about the speaker, see this informational flyer: Power of Memory.
Date: Friday, March 20, 2009
Time: 6:30pm–8:00pm
Place: TBD
Cost: TBD ($200–$300 for workshop + dinner cost)
RSVP: vanessa_a_li@yahoo.com
HONG KONG ARTWALK 2009, MARCH 11TH
Take a walk through contemporary art galleries in Hong Kong and support the non-profit organization SoCO at the same time! Drinks and canapes are also supplied. For more information on ArtWalk, Hong Kong's most well known and biggest charity art event, look up their website at: www.hongkongartwalk.com
Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Time: Meet at 7:00pm
Place: Meet in Central / Soho
Cost: $420 per ticket (all proceeds go to charity)
To ensure we can get tickets, please RSVP by February 25, 2009 to Ms. Joyce Chung: Joyce_Chung@novelent.com or 2371-8526
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