Celebrate with sbQA at our LUNAR NEW YEAR (Tết) Banquet

Please note the following important details:

1) This is a fully catered banquet (not a potluck).

2) A No-Host Beer/Wine/Soda bar and a No-Host coffee drink bar will be available.

3) Raffle tickets will be sold for $5 each or 5 for $20, available at the door and during dinner.

4) Children under the age of 14 attend FREE.

5) FESTIVE ATTIRE: feel free to wear your traditional attire or anything RED.

6) Tickets are $50 per person or $80 per couple (two people). Save money and sign up with a friend!

We look forward to celebrating Lunar New Year/Tết together with great food, music, and community!

Info: Welcome, and thank you for joining us at the Annual sbQA Lunar New Year (Tết) Banquet! On behalf of South Bay Queer & Asian, we are honored to celebrate this season of renewal, gratitude, and community with you. Tonight is a joyful gathering filled with culture, connection, and shared hope for the year ahead. We are grateful for each of you who helps make sbQA a welcoming, affirming space for our LGBTQ+ Asian communities. May this evening bring warmth, laughter, and meaningful moments together. To begin our program, we invite Kyle Matsumoto to offer the invocation for the evening.

Info: The Golden Turtle Lion Dance Association (GTLDA) is a youth-led performing arts group based in the San Jose and Milpitas area. Founded in 2021, GTLDA is dedicated to preserving and sharing the art of lion dance through inclusive, high-energy performances at cultural celebrations, weddings, grand openings, and community events throughout the Bay Area.

At the core of GTLDA’s mission is a deep commitment to inclusivity and accessibility. Originally formed as a high school club, the association welcomes members of all ethnicities, genders, ages, and experience levels. Unlike many traditional lion dance troupes that are tied to specific martial arts schools or cultural lineages, GTLDA is intentionally open to anyone with an interest in learning and performing lion dance. The group fosters a supportive environment centered on teamwork, mentorship, and leadership development, empowering youth and community members alike.

Info: Lunar New Year Celebration Menu

**Appetizers & Starters**

Crab Soup,
Charcuterie Selection;

**Signature Dishes**

Salt & Pepper Shrimp,
Vietnamese Chicken Wings;

**Main Entrées**

Grilled Salmon,
Honey Baked Ham,
Vegetarian Tofu Delight;

**Sides**

Vegetable Chow Mein;

**Desserts**

Various New Year Desserts,
Kakanin (Vegetarian);

**Beverages**

Fruit Punch,
Water,
Coffee & Tea,

**Bar**
No-Host Bar:
Beer • Wine • Soda • Coffee Drinks

Info: The GAPA Men's Chorus of San Francisco is a singing group for queer and transgender Asian & Pacific Islander (QTAPI) men, established in 1989 as part of the GLBTQ+ Asian Pacific Alliance (GAPA) organization, providing a safe, supportive space to celebrate their cultures and identities through music, community, and advocacy. They showcase vocal talents, foster fellowship, and raise visibility for QTAPI individuals in the broader LGBTQ+ and API communities. Their Mission is: To create community, celebrate Asian & Pacific Islander cultures, and promote visibility for QTAPI men through song. Under the direction of Randall Kikukawa, the GAPA Men's Chorus has been helping sbQA with celebrating our special events for years. Please join sbQA in welcoming our friends: GAPA Men's Chorus!

Info: This year, sbQA will thank and honor special member(s) who have been active in sbQA for more than 10 years and who continue to serve as dedicated volunteers and participants in our programs. Their continued presence is invaluable, as the guidance they provide to younger generations strengthens our mission to create a safe and welcoming space for LGBTQ Asians, Wasians, Blasians, and Lasians.

Info: Enjoy your dessert and a cozy warm drink—and support sbQA for a chance to win something fun!
Jump into our raffle in support of South Bay Queer & Asian, an organization dedicated to uplifting and empowering queer Asian communities through connection, advocacy, and care. Raffle tickets are $5.00 each or a set of 5 tickets for $20.00, and every ticket helps power programs and spaces that spark belonging, joy, and resilience. Your support keeps our community thriving—thank you for playing along and supporting the mission!

Info: Join us for a heartfelt moment of gratitude as the South Bay Queer & Asian Leadership Team shares its thanks with our community. We will close this special moment by listening to the final song from the GAPA Men’s Chorus, honoring the connection, joy, and collective spirit that bring us together.

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Crema Coffee Roasting Company., 238 Race Street, San Jose, United States

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