Malaysian Association of Georgia

2010 Chinese New Year Party

skuek — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 02:02:29 +0000

Click here to view MAG 2010 CNY Celebration slide show

Come join us celebrate the year of the Tiger!
All are welcome to celebrate with us! You do not need to be from Malaysia to join in the fun.

Sunday, February 28, 2010 | 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Providence Subdivision Club House
6226 Providence Club Drive, Mableton, GA 30126 (Directions)

If you cook a dish to share, you and your immediate family attend for free (see requirements below)If you do not bring a dish to share, your fee is $10 per person (members), $14 (non-members). Students (who do not have family in the U.S.) and children under 12 years pay $5.

When you RSVP - please mention if you’re bringing a dish. This helps us plan for food that we will be providing. Click here for Evite Event Details and RSVP. Please RSVP by 1/25/10

Event Features
Lion Dance
“Ang-pow” for the kids
Yee Sang (Special Chinese New Year Sashimi Salad)
Raffles for lucky draw prizes!

We have a new competition this year - Best Dressed Female & Male. So come in your most festive Chinese New Year outfits and see if you will be crowned ‘Best Dressed’

!If you have a talent you want to contribute to our celebration, please write to mag@malaysia.ga.org.

malaysia — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:12:40 +0000

Previous Events: December 20, 2009 – Annual Christmas Gathering - Potluck + Cooking competition

October 24, 2009 - 2009 NAAAP Chopstix for Charity Gala. Chopstix for Charity (CFC) is one of the largest Asian charity events in Atlanta, benefiting local non-profits. The 2008 CFC gala resulted in $48,500 donated to 16 organizations in Atlanta.

October 11, 2009 –Atlanta Asian Film Festival – “Muallaf” (The Convert) movie screening

Premiere night Gala

October10, 2009 – MAG participating in TEA Walk (Together EmpowerAsians)

October 4, 2009 – Korean Festival - MAG dance troupe performed at the event at the Duluth Town Green.

September 27, 2009 – The Deepa- Raya Potluck celebration!! Two major Malaysian festivals – Hari Raya for the fellow Muslim friends and Deepavali for the fellow Indian friends. Around 100 attendees came out to Hong Kong Supermarket to celebrate Hari Raya & Deepavali

September 12, 2009 - 2009 Dragon Boat Festival Team Malaysia came in 7^th place among 20 teams! Congratulation to all rowers.

“Selamat berpuasa” to our fellow Muslimfriends!

malaysia — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 23:25:46 +0000

Events:

September 12, 2009 - 2009 Dragon Boat Festival
The 14^th Annual Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival will be held at Lake Lanier once again. MAG team has been participating in the event in the past 4 years and has been among the winning teams. Come and join us to cheer for the team & bring a dish to share for picnic. More Information.

Moon Cake Festival

It’s Chinese Moon Cake season, and Penang Restaurant on Buford Hwy is featuring moon cakes direct from Malaysia - various flavors, including pandan flavor. Quantities are limited - so go get your moon cake at Penang Restaurant, 4897 Buford Hwy #13, Chamblee, GA 30341 (770) 220-0308.

September 27, 2009 - Hari Raya & Deepavali - The Deepa- Raya Potluck celebration!! Two major Malaysian festivals – Hari Raya for the fellow Muslim friends and Deepavali for the fellow Indian friends.

October 11, 2009 - “Muallaf” (The Convert)
Movie Day MAG sponsored a Malaysian made award winning movie at the Atlanta Asian Film Festival directed by legendary Malaysian movie maker – Yasmin Ahmad

Awards: 2008 Tokyo International Film Festival ~ Special Mention Best Asian-Middle Eastern FilmSynopsis: Two Malaysian sisters, Rohani and Rohana, ran away from home to escape their wealthy father’s mistreatment. They find refuge in a small town where they get to know Brian Goh, a young Catholic school teacher. Brian is irresistibly attracted to the two girls. Impressed by their extraordinary courage in the face of adversity, their relationship forces him to confront the ghosts of his own childhood. Director Yasmin Ahmad explores the possibilities of emotional survival after being traumatised by loved ones.Through the wanderings of three lost souls who band together and console one another, Muallaf celebrates friendship, forgiveness, and the coming to terms with the past. Watch movie trailer. About Yasmin Ahmad

Other Community events:

October10, 2009 – MAG participating in TEA Walk (Together EmpowerAsians)
Location & Address: CPACS Main Office, 3760 Park Avenue, Doraville, GA
Time: Oct 10, 9am -1pm. For more information: http://www.teawalk.eventsbot.com

October4, 2009 – Korean Festival - MAG dance troupe will be performingDate: 10/04/09 Sunday 12:00 ~ 8:00 PM
Location: Duluth Town Green Center
Performances: Dances and singing and some pop music. Traditional Games and arts. About 25~30 booths including variety of foods. Free Moonwalk, face painting, tattoo, balloon animals will be provided for children. Evening time special state show. Many prize including air plane ticket many gifts for participants to anyone who take part in the traditional games

October24, 2009 – Chopstix for CharityChopstix for Charity (CFC) is one of the largest Asian charity events in Atlanta, benefiting local non-profits. The 2008 CFC gala resulted in $48,500 donated to 16 organizations in Atlanta. For more information: http://www.chopstixforcharity.org/event.html

Job Posting:The Easoon USA is a foreign owned distribution center located in north-east of Atlanta (near to Smyrna) with manufacturing based in China. The operation inUSA is involves in the distribution and sales of home improvement products through distribution channel and big box chain stores. The company is seeking capable individual with bilingual capability (English and Mandarin) for the position of Finance and Administration Manager. Contact information: interested candidate should send in resume to humanresource@easoonusa.com

skuek — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:30:57 +0000

Click on web link to view MAG Fest @ Zoo Atlanta pictures: Slide Show | Downloadable Pictures

View MAG Fest publicity from various publications and organizations

MAG Fest on FOX 5 TV!

skuek — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:34:02 +0000

Outstanding job and presentation by our MAG representatives (Wendy, Boh Ying, Fidie, Serene, Anamika, Doreen and Ray). Watch the recorded presentation on FOX5 Good Day Atlanta. Thank you to Top Spice for the food featured on the TV show.

M’sia Fest 2009 @ Zoo Atlanta! | Atlanta’s Hottest Event in August

malaysia — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 16:26:58 +0000

PURCHASE Malaysia Fest 2009 Tickets RIGHT HERE!

It’s fast, it’s easy, it’s secure. Click on the Malaysia Fest Ticket Sales picture above to purchase tickets.

See “Upcoming Events | 15th August” for event details.

2009 Dragon Boat Festival

skuek — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:51:46 +0000

2009 Dragon Boat Festival September 12, 2009 – Recruiting for rowers now! Join the winning team!

The 14th Annual Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival will be held at Lake Lanier once again. MAG team has been participating in the event in the past 4 years and has been among the winning teams. Come and join us. Practice will be scheduled in August. For more information, please visit the event web site. Contact bohying@malaysia-ga.org to join the MAG team!

Asian Cultural Experience

skuek — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:15:52 +0000

Support MAG at Asian Cultural Experience (ACE) on July 25-26, 2009 @ Gwinnett Center
MAG will be participating in this year’s ACE.

We will have a dance performance and batik making demonstration booth. There will also be many other Asian cultural represented in the event.

One of our corporate members – Lina Angel will be selling some authentic Malaysian Batik (web link) selection at the event.

For more information, please visit ACE event web site

MAG dance troupe performance @ APAC Annual Banquet

skuek — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 16:31:56 +0000

The MAG dance troupe performed at the APAC annual banquet May 9, 2009 at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel. The banquet featured many Asian cultural performances including an outstanding opening ceremony with a “parade of nations” with each country representatives wearing traditional costumes holding their respective country flag.MAG dance troupe performing at the APAC dinnerDoreen Lapic & Ray Wong modeling Malaysian costume at Parade of Nations

MAG Makan Club @ Poona Indian Restaurant

skuek — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:35:15 +0000

Come attend this month’s MAKAN CLUB on Saturday June 13, 2009 at 1-3 PM at one of MAG’s biggest sponsors, Poona Indian Restaurant. They make the best dosa in town.

The meal will be a’ la carte.
See you there!

Host: MAG Inc
Location: Poona Indian Restaurant
3820 Pleasant Hill Rd, Suite 1 Duluth, GA
770-988-9007