Beacon Staff Writer, Elia Powers attended last weeks Happy Hour Social Networking Activity at Moonrise roof-top lounge.  See Elia’s write-up about YAPA here: http://www.stlbeacon.org/the_feed/new_asian-american_group

YAPA would like to encourage you to become part of the Public Insight Network (PIN) and share your experiences with the St. Louis Beacon!

The Public Insight Network for the St. Louis Beacon and KETC/Channel 9 is made up of hundreds of people throughout the St. Louis area who have agreed to share what they know to help us cover the news, find stories, and add depth to our reporting.

As part of KETC/St. Louis Beacon’s Public Insight Network, you have an open line into our newsroom. After you agree to be a source in the network, we’ll send you an e-mail about once a month — based on your expressed experience and interest — asking for your knowledge on issues and stories we are pursuing. 

In our next query, we are asking drivers what they have discovered as they detour around the Interstate 64/Highway 40 construction work. YAPA members may begin contributing to the PIN right away by clicking on the link and answering the series of questions: What have you found on your detours? Your responses will help reporter Kristen Hare as she prepares a story on this topic. The PIN also gives you an easy way to suggest stories that deserve our attention.

Thank you St. Louis Beacon for giving YAPA a voice!

With an astonishing upset over Tiger Woods, South Korea’s Y.E. Yang is the first Asian-born man to win a major with a stunning performance Sunday in the PGA Championship.   

YAPA Happy Hours Every third Thursday of the month!  Mingle and network with young professionals from a variety of fields.  Build your centers of influence.  Try out new venues with discounted drinks and foods.  Share your ideas for upcoming YAPA activities.  Locations change month-to-month.  Check the YAPA calendar for updated information and any last minute changes. 

August 20th Social Networking Happy Hour will be held at Moonrise Hotel Rooftop Bar 5:30-8:30pm.  www.moonrisehotel.com Please join us for a relaxing evening in the historic Loop District.

YAPA would like to extend its thoughts and prayers to the victims of the largest natural disaster to hit Taiwan in 50 years, Typhoon Morakot, over the weekend of Aug 8-9.  The death toll stands at 117 but the Office of the President, Taiwan believes the numbers could surpass 500 still buried underneath mass mountain slides.  Thousands are without homes and rescue efforts continue.  Please contact info@yapastl.org if you are interested in making a contribution.  There are many relief funds that have been established.  YAPA will continue to monitor as recovery efforts unfold and make donations to the appropriate relief organization.

August 8th is the holiday celebrated by the people of Taiwan. The number 8 in Mandarin Chinese, “bah”, is the sound that children call their fathers, “bah-bah”. The number 8 is also considered extremely lucky and thought to bring great fortune to most Asian countires.