Speed Dating and Lock & Key Dance Party (The Largest Party of the Year!) August 23, 2008

08/23, Sat. Speed Dating and Lock & Key Dance Party (The Largest Party of the Year!)
Illusions Dining & Entertainment, 260 S California Ave., Palo Alto CA 94306

Lock and Key Event is new for our group. It take a regular happy hour and mix in the ULTIMATE icebreaker. Men get keys, women get locks. As soon as you check in and get your first lock or key, set off to try and find its match. Every key matches at least 3-4 locks, so depending on how outgoing you are, you could find your first match within minutes! Just approach a member of the opposite sex and ask if you can see if your hardware is a match. It's that easy! This event will have between 200 and 300 single professionals, so the possibilities are endless. Once you find your match, turn in your hardware and get a new piece and start all over. The more matches you make, the more entries into the end of the night raffle you receive. Some of our prizes have included memberships, free tickets to other singles events and more.

Agenda:
7:30PM - 9:00PM Speed Dating (Asian to Asian)
8:00PM - 9:30PM Speed Dating (Asian to Non-Asian)
9:30PM - 1:00AM Lock & Key dancing and mingling continues

What Is Speed Dating?
Asian to Asian: Asian women prefer to date Asian men
Age Range: Meet YOUNG SINGLE PROFESSIONALS, late 20s to early 40s.
Asian to Non-Asian & All Single Professionals: Non-Asian men prefer to date Asian women
Women Age Range: late 20' to late 40'
Men Age Range: early 30' to early 50'
All races welcome!
A fun way to meet a roomful of eligible Asian/ American Singles.
Enjoy 20 Five minute dates in a single night!
You meet ALL participants of the opposite sex!
Mix and mingle before and after the event.

How Does Speed Dating Work?
Women are seated at tables. Men move from table to table.
At the blow of the whistle, you will be allowed to chat, ask questions, and check out the chemistry; for 5 minutes with other participants. After 5 minutes you will have to decide whether to mark "yes" or "no" on your scorecard. If there's a match, we'll notify you in 72 hours.

How does Lock & Key Works ?
Every woman gets a lock. Every man gets a key. Your goal is to match the right key with the right lock. Every time you unlock you get a ticket that enters you into the drawing to win great prizes from our party sponsors. After every unlock you get another lock or key so you can get back into the fray and meet more people!

Ticket Prices for Speed Dating & Lock & Key Dance Party:
YAC Members: $15.00
Sina Members:$20.00
Non-members: $25.00

Early Bird Special:
Ladies coming in between 7:15PM to 7:30 PM with colorful summer dress, will get in to the Speed Dating & Dance Party for $15.00 only!!!

Ticket Prices for Lock & Key Dance Party Only:
YAC & Sina Members: $12.00
Non-members: $16.00

Co-sponsored by:
SINA Events of SINA.com, the attendance is expected to exceed 400 people!!!

Please RSVP:
We limit 40 People for each Speed Dating. Pre-register and pre-pay early.

For more info, please call 408-557-8885 or 408-859-1740

Dress to impress:
This party is for the grown and sexy, upscale attire is required. Don't wear jeans, shorts, or sneakers. You are there to find dates. Dress like you are going out on a date.

What should I not talk about at the dating event?
In order to create a safe, comfortable and enjoyable evening for everyone
1. You are not allowed to ask anyone for their contact information. This includes their phone number or their address.
2. You are not allowed to ask sexually explicit questions. Please be polite and respectful!

Driving Directions:
From HWY 101 North or South
Take the Oregon Expressway Exit and head west.
Turn Right on El Camino.
Turn Right on S. California Avenue.
The restaurant is on the third block down, on the left.

Parking:
There is an abundance of parking close by including street parking right in front of the restaurant and surrounding blocks, as well as a nearby parking garage.

Buy Tickets Online at:
http://www.yourasianconnection.com/events/event.php?event=325

Official Website: http://www.YourAsianConnection.com