November 2018
11/09/18 - CCBA welcomed Minister Wu from the Overseas Community Affairs Council, Republic of China to Washington, DC.
11/04/18 - CCBA representatives pay respect and celebrated Sun Yat-Sen's birthday at TECRO and conducted their November monthly meeting at their facility.
October 2018
10/07/18 - To celebrate the Republic of China's 107th Birthday, a flag-raising ceremony was held in Washington, DC Chinatown with Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) in attendance along with many guests, spectators and media reporters. CCBA Chairman Wallace Lee and TECRO Representative Stanley Kao made speeches. Representative Kao said, "Taiwan is a key partner of the United States. Taiwan is a story of successful democracy. Taiwan is a good and positive force in the international community."
Photos by Penny Lee
September 2018
9/26/18 - Taiwan Acrobatic Troupe of National Taiwan College of Performing Arts, founded in 1990, is currently the only official acrobatic arts and stunts performing group in Taiwan. The troupe consists of young artists who have received training for more than eight years. The troupe members have performed extensively around Taiwan and invited by the government to perform abroad in many countries. Their performances have promoted the excellence reviews worldwide. CCBA co-organized this event. Sponsored by the Overseas Community Affairs Council (ROC) Taiwan. Here are some short clips of the performances from that evening.
Photos & Video by Penny Lee
Photos & Video by Penny Lee
9/21/18 - CCBA participated at the Mid-Autumn Festival & Movie Night in Chinatown Park, 5th & Mass. Ave. NW. Arts & Crafts, Popcorn/Mooncakes, and Kung Fu Panda 3 Movie - Free
August Moon Celebrations - Dinner boxes were given to residents at the Wah Luck House in Chinatown. Donated by the Washington Chinatown Development Corporation (WCDC).
August 2018
The CCBA building is still under construction and going well. Drywall is up and floors are going in this month.
April 2018
4/24- 4/25 - CCBA delegation traveled to visit the Hualien County in Taiwan on a tour sponsored by the Overseas Community Affairs Council, Republic of China (Taiwan) 僑務委員會. Some places they visited were Hualien Lintienshan Forestry Culture Park 花蓮林田山林業文化園區 , Hualien Tourism Sugar Factory in Guangfu Township 花東縱谷國家風景區, Fataan Wetland Shin-Lui Farm 花東縱谷國家風景區管理處 , Qingshui Cliff (清水斷崖) in Taroko National Park, the Taroko Shakadang Trail & Bridge 太魯閣砂卡噹步道與砂卡噹橋, and Hualien Qixingtan Beach 花蓮七星潭 in Sincheng Township.
Video by Penny Lee
Video by Penny Lee
4/23/18 - CCBA Delegation traveled to Taipei, Taiwan. We visited the Overseas Community Affairs Council, toured the Taipei National Palace Museum, and attended a reception at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of China (Taiwan). We were welcomed with gracious hospitality and friendship by the Taiwan Officials and Representatives.
Video by Penny Lee
Video by Penny Lee
4/23/18 - CCBA Visits Overseas Chinese Affairs Commission & the Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Republic of China in Taipei, Taiwan (article by www.ocacnews.net)
CCBA Chairman Wallace Lee led the DC CCBA delegation to pay a visit to the Overseas Chinese Affairs Committee in Taipei. Lu Yuan Rong met the delegation members at the Overseas Chinese Affairs Commission Headquarters. We also visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of China. A special dinner was prepared and was hosted by OCAC. Later a tour to the National Palace Museum was arranged and for the next three days, arranged trips to sightseeing in Hualien, Taiwan.
Photos by Penny Lee
CCBA Chairman Wallace Lee led the DC CCBA delegation to pay a visit to the Overseas Chinese Affairs Committee in Taipei. Lu Yuan Rong met the delegation members at the Overseas Chinese Affairs Commission Headquarters. We also visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of China. A special dinner was prepared and was hosted by OCAC. Later a tour to the National Palace Museum was arranged and for the next three days, arranged trips to sightseeing in Hualien, Taiwan.
Photos by Penny Lee
4/24/18 - Overseas Chinese Affairs Committee (OCAC) arranged sightseeing trip to visit Hualien, Taiwan.
4/1/18 - CCBA attend the Sweeping of the Tombs (Qingming)
Qingming, also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day in English, is an annual Chinese traditional festival where they remember and honor their ancestors by visiting the graves and burial grounds to pay their respects.
Qingming, also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day in English, is an annual Chinese traditional festival where they remember and honor their ancestors by visiting the graves and burial grounds to pay their respects.
March/April 2018
In March, as we continue to celebrate the Lunar Chinese New Year, CCBA attended many Spring banquets.
March 4th - Eng's Association Banquet
March 11th - Hip Sing Association Banquet
March 17th - Chew Lun Association Banquet
March 18th - Lee's Association Banquet
March 25th - On Leong Merchant Association Banquet
March 31st - Yee Fung Toy Association Banquet
April 1st - Chan Kai Association Banquet
April 7th - Moy's Association Banquet.
March 4th - Eng's Association Banquet
March 11th - Hip Sing Association Banquet
March 17th - Chew Lun Association Banquet
March 18th - Lee's Association Banquet
March 25th - On Leong Merchant Association Banquet
March 31st - Yee Fung Toy Association Banquet
April 1st - Chan Kai Association Banquet
April 7th - Moy's Association Banquet.
February 2018
An article from a blog: http://blog.udn.com/JulianCWang/110461068
Washington Chinese Daily News: DC Chinese New Year Parade
Washington Chinese Daily News: DC Chinese New Year Parade
2/25/18 - CCBA celebrating the Chinese New Year Eve with the residents at Wah Luck House
美京中華會館與華樂大廈住戶共享年夜飯
美京中華會館華埠發展公司董事長李治瑞女士率同重要幹部，於二月25日除夕夜前往華樂大廈與住戶們一同歡渡除夕，團聚共享年夜飯。龍之味飯店特別在華樂大廈提供了美味佳餚，李董事長等人向華樂大廈每一位住戶發紅包，共度歡樂狗年除夕。
On Sunday, February 25, 2018, WCDC hosted a Chinese New Year dinner celebration at the Wah Luck House for its residents. The food was provided by Chinatown Gardens Restaurant. It was delivered and setup by their staff. WCDC President Rita Lee gave Red envelope (hung baos) to the residents and everyone was very happy! Gung Hay Fat Chor!
美京中華會館與華樂大廈住戶共享年夜飯
美京中華會館華埠發展公司董事長李治瑞女士率同重要幹部，於二月25日除夕夜前往華樂大廈與住戶們一同歡渡除夕，團聚共享年夜飯。龍之味飯店特別在華樂大廈提供了美味佳餚，李董事長等人向華樂大廈每一位住戶發紅包，共度歡樂狗年除夕。
On Sunday, February 25, 2018, WCDC hosted a Chinese New Year dinner celebration at the Wah Luck House for its residents. The food was provided by Chinatown Gardens Restaurant. It was delivered and setup by their staff. WCDC President Rita Lee gave Red envelope (hung baos) to the residents and everyone was very happy! Gung Hay Fat Chor!
2/18/18 - 2018 Chinese New Year Parade - Year of the Dog
Photos by: Brandon On
On Sunday, February 18, 2018, CCBA sponsored the Annual Chinese New Year Parade in Washington, DC Chinatown. The weather was beautiful and we had the biggest crowd ever!
Photos by: Brandon On
On Sunday, February 18, 2018, CCBA sponsored the Annual Chinese New Year Parade in Washington, DC Chinatown. The weather was beautiful and we had the biggest crowd ever!
2/15/18 - Lee's Family Association & On Leong Merchant Association
Video and photos by: Penny Lee
On Feb. 15, 2018, Members of CCBA attended the welcoming of the Chinese New Year on the Eve of the Lunar calendar with a lion dance to cast out the old and bring in the new year with a bang! VIPs from TECRO also attended the celebrations.
Video and photos by: Penny Lee
On Feb. 15, 2018, Members of CCBA attended the welcoming of the Chinese New Year on the Eve of the Lunar calendar with a lion dance to cast out the old and bring in the new year with a bang! VIPs from TECRO also attended the celebrations.
2/11/18 - Chinese New Year Press Conference (Year of the Dog)
Photos by: Penny Lee
On Feb. 11, 2018, CCBA invited the local media, newspaper reporters, parade participants and parade sponsors to a press conference at Tony Cheng’s Restaurant in Washington, DC. Members on the panel included Wallace Lee (CCBA Chairman), Sui Chan (CCBA Vice Chairman), Rita Lee (CNY Chief Commander), Dr. Hon Yuen Wong (CNY Chief Commander), Wai Man Lee (CNY Chief Commander), Thomas Fong (CNY Parade Commander/Marshall) and Penny Lee (CNY Photographer/Media). VIP guests included: Richard Chuang-General Manager of Maryland LIVE Casino, David Chalker - Vice President of TD Bank, Jeffrey Hol - President of Almas Shriners, Judy Go Wong - Director of Asian Pacific American Films, and Brianna Kinsey - Miss Washington, DC.
Photos by: Penny Lee
On Feb. 11, 2018, CCBA invited the local media, newspaper reporters, parade participants and parade sponsors to a press conference at Tony Cheng’s Restaurant in Washington, DC. Members on the panel included Wallace Lee (CCBA Chairman), Sui Chan (CCBA Vice Chairman), Rita Lee (CNY Chief Commander), Dr. Hon Yuen Wong (CNY Chief Commander), Wai Man Lee (CNY Chief Commander), Thomas Fong (CNY Parade Commander/Marshall) and Penny Lee (CNY Photographer/Media). VIP guests included: Richard Chuang-General Manager of Maryland LIVE Casino, David Chalker - Vice President of TD Bank, Jeffrey Hol - President of Almas Shriners, Judy Go Wong - Director of Asian Pacific American Films, and Brianna Kinsey - Miss Washington, DC.
2/4/18 & 2/11/18 - CCBA Meeting in DC Chinatown to confirm plans for the upcoming Chinese New Year Parade.
Photos by: Hui-Ching Chen
CCBA had weekly meetings at the Wah Luck House to discuss the planning of the upcoming Chinese New Year parade. Chairman Wallace Chan-Man Lee presided over the meetings. On this day 2/4/18, the Director of TECRO Consular Division, Mr. Daniel Chou, attended to say a few words and introduce himself to the CCBA members. Tom Fong, CCBA Chinese New Year Parade Marshall was in attendance to update us on the latest participants and procedures for the event. Dr. Hon Yuen Wong was also present to vibe his input regarding the parade.
Photos by: Hui-Ching Chen
CCBA had weekly meetings at the Wah Luck House to discuss the planning of the upcoming Chinese New Year parade. Chairman Wallace Chan-Man Lee presided over the meetings. On this day 2/4/18, the Director of TECRO Consular Division, Mr. Daniel Chou, attended to say a few words and introduce himself to the CCBA members. Tom Fong, CCBA Chinese New Year Parade Marshall was in attendance to update us on the latest participants and procedures for the event. Dr. Hon Yuen Wong was also present to vibe his input regarding the parade.
February - CCBA Building under construction....
January 2018
1/1/18 - Wallace Lee is sworn in as CCBA Chairman in a ceremony, in Washington, D.C.
Photos by: Hui-Ching Chen
Photos by: Hui-Ching Chen
美京中華會館於一月一日下午兩點，假座華埠華樂大廈中山廳舉辦新年度新團隊的宣誓就職儀式，會館議職員，華埠發展公司、中華社區基金會之各董事、、約六、七十人在連任主席李燦民的帶領下，由駐美代表高碩泰的監誓下完成宣誓就職，代表處副代表薛美瑜，領務副組長張亞光，秘書王聖斐，僑教中心主任陳世池、副主任王怡如，等均全程參與觀禮。
美京中華會館新團隊，除了由外交徐腕佑升任第二副主席，原第二副主席陳瑞芬晉升第一副主席，原第一副主席劉耀聰任期屆滿卸任，正副外外分别由新人劉曼斯、陳華健擔任以外，其他秘書陸李惠芬，副秘書孟繁珂，財政李偉文，副財政伍毅文，核數何淑珍，副核數陸湋彥，全部留任，組成連任主席李燦民的新年度新團隊。
新任、卸任副主席分別致詞，均表示能擔任會館義工為全僑服務為榮。
與會貴賓兼監交人駐美代表高碩泰致詞時表示；中華會館是最支持中華民國政府的龍頭老大，其每年
服務僑胞的多項活動也備受肯定。
議職員等的宣誓就職儀式過後，職員們合影留念，駐美代表高碩泰伉儷設宴款待所有與會人員，席開六桌，為大家在新的一年的開始歡慶中華會館新團隊的就任，餐宴由僑教中心副主任王怡如主持，晚宴約七點多圓滿結束。
In front of a packed audience at the Wah Luck House in Washington D.C. on Jan 1st, 2018, Chairman Wallace Chan-Man Lee took the Oath of Office for the second time as Chairman of the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association (CCBA) and vowed to expand the services to help Chinese immigrants and residents in Washington DC metropolitan area. Also sworn in were returning and newly elected staff as well as the Directors of Chinatown Development Corporation and the Chinese Community Foundation.
Wallace was administered the oath for his second term by TECRO Representative Stanley Kao presiding over the ceremony. Following the swearing in, Wallace delivered his Inaugural Address where he thanked the team for their service to our community, and for what Wallace called an “example of compassionate volunteer and uncommon strength at a time when the community surely need it."
“To the returning and newly elected staff of the CCBA, especially the Directors of Chinatown Development Corporation and the Chinese Community Foundation: welcome, and congratulations to all of you,” said Wallace. “I look forward to working with all of you on Chinatown’s future.”
Wallace, who arguably had a very successful first term as Chairman of CCBA and was easily reelected last December, focused on taking CCBA to ‘new heights’ in his speech. Wallace said he plans to expand existing service programs that are working, rebuilding community infrastructure, increasing affordable service opportunities for immigrants and residents and tackling the free clinics service across the community.
In the end, Wallace said the inauguration marked another step forward as a benevolent association that is, “mindful of our history as a community of purpose and progress; optimistic about our future; and determined to fulfill a vision that grows with each generation. CCBA will continue to march on providing assistance to those who is in need and stand up for our right." said Wallace.
美京中華會館新團隊，除了由外交徐腕佑升任第二副主席，原第二副主席陳瑞芬晉升第一副主席，原第一副主席劉耀聰任期屆滿卸任，正副外外分别由新人劉曼斯、陳華健擔任以外，其他秘書陸李惠芬，副秘書孟繁珂，財政李偉文，副財政伍毅文，核數何淑珍，副核數陸湋彥，全部留任，組成連任主席李燦民的新年度新團隊。
新任、卸任副主席分別致詞，均表示能擔任會館義工為全僑服務為榮。
與會貴賓兼監交人駐美代表高碩泰致詞時表示；中華會館是最支持中華民國政府的龍頭老大，其每年
服務僑胞的多項活動也備受肯定。
議職員等的宣誓就職儀式過後，職員們合影留念，駐美代表高碩泰伉儷設宴款待所有與會人員，席開六桌，為大家在新的一年的開始歡慶中華會館新團隊的就任，餐宴由僑教中心副主任王怡如主持，晚宴約七點多圓滿結束。
In front of a packed audience at the Wah Luck House in Washington D.C. on Jan 1st, 2018, Chairman Wallace Chan-Man Lee took the Oath of Office for the second time as Chairman of the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association (CCBA) and vowed to expand the services to help Chinese immigrants and residents in Washington DC metropolitan area. Also sworn in were returning and newly elected staff as well as the Directors of Chinatown Development Corporation and the Chinese Community Foundation.
Wallace was administered the oath for his second term by TECRO Representative Stanley Kao presiding over the ceremony. Following the swearing in, Wallace delivered his Inaugural Address where he thanked the team for their service to our community, and for what Wallace called an “example of compassionate volunteer and uncommon strength at a time when the community surely need it."
“To the returning and newly elected staff of the CCBA, especially the Directors of Chinatown Development Corporation and the Chinese Community Foundation: welcome, and congratulations to all of you,” said Wallace. “I look forward to working with all of you on Chinatown’s future.”
Wallace, who arguably had a very successful first term as Chairman of CCBA and was easily reelected last December, focused on taking CCBA to ‘new heights’ in his speech. Wallace said he plans to expand existing service programs that are working, rebuilding community infrastructure, increasing affordable service opportunities for immigrants and residents and tackling the free clinics service across the community.
In the end, Wallace said the inauguration marked another step forward as a benevolent association that is, “mindful of our history as a community of purpose and progress; optimistic about our future; and determined to fulfill a vision that grows with each generation. CCBA will continue to march on providing assistance to those who is in need and stand up for our right." said Wallace.