Tracy Wu from the Probation Department sang the National Anthem at the beginning of the program.

Opportunity Drawing Sponsored by LACAAEA Board Members was held during the evening entertainment period in order to support Japan and raise money for the scholarship fund. All proceeds raised for Japan relief will benefit the American Red Cross to aid relief efforts for the victims of the Japan disasters.

Eight LA County Administrative interns enjoyed the learning experience at the Meet and Greet reception. The interns (past and present) have found the event a good opportunity to meet and network with so many high level County personnel including the many department heads in attendance. The interns have also expressed how much they have enjoyed the event and how well-organized the event was coordinated. More Info About the Administrative Intern Program >>

Liren Zhang works for DPSS, West Valley District (#82). She played a four-stringed lute called the "Pipa". It is one of the oldest Chinese musical instruments with over 2000 years of history. The word Pipa is a combination of pi “to play forward” and pa “to play backward.” This refers to the playing technique of plucking the strings forward and backward. Contemporary musicians hold the Pipa vertically in the lap, plucking the strings with both hands using plectra (picks) on the fingernails. The song she played is called "Yi Dance." It is about a group of young men and young women dancing around campfire.

The grand prize (two Disneyland tickets) was raffled off at the end of the evening. Also, the LACAAEA upcoming events such as the Asian Pacific American Heritage Celebration on May 19th and the "Summer Fun" Turnaround Scholarship Fundraiser on June 18, 2011 were announced. Lastly, George Yan, LACAAEA Vice President of Events/Programs acknowledged and thanked everyone for their participation and support; and a special thanks to all the committee members for their dedication and hard work in making this event a huge success.