Malaysian Association of Georgia

A number of MAG members volunteered at the event

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.

Penang Restaurant: 4897 Buford Hwy # 113, Chamblee, GA 30341-3667. (770) 220-0308

 

ANOTHER MUST-ATTEND!

September 27, 2009 – A joint celebration for 2 major Malaysian festivals - Hari Raya & Deepavali - The Deepa- Raya Potluck celebration!!

Come and join us to celebrate 2 major Malaysian festivals – Hari Raya for the fellow Muslim friends and Deepavali for the fellow Indian friends.

·       Venue: Hong Kong Supermarket 2^nd floor (private party venue)

·      5495 Jimmy Carter Blvd, Norcross, GA 

·       Time: 11.30 AM - 3:00 PM

·       Price:

o   FREE if you bring a dish to share

o   If you don’t have a dish to share, price at $8 (member) $10for non member, $5 for students and children

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

Awards: 2008 Tokyo International Film Festival ~ Special Mention Best Asian-Middle Eastern Film

Synopsis: 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

Screening: Oct 11, Sunday 3.00pm /Mercer University Atlanta

Price:

o   $5 for member, $8 for non-member

o   Contact bohying@malaysia-ga.org or fidie@malaysia-ga.orgfor tickets. Tickets will also be sold at the Deepa-Raya potluck celebration on 9/27.

Other Community events:

October10, 2009 – MAG participating in TEA Walk (Together EmpowerAsians) Location & Address: CPACS Main Office, 3760 Park Avenue, Doraville, GATime: Oct 10, 9am -1pm

For moreinformation: http://www.teawalk.eventsbot.com/

October4, 2009 – Korean Festival - MAG dance troupe will beperforming

Date: 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 Charity

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. 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