The Alumni Association of Xavier School (AAXS), together with the Federation of Filipino-Chinese Association Inc. (FFCAAI) Youth Committee and The Socials Connect Group, hosted the Lucky Lunar Luau at Angelo King Multi-Purpose Center (MPC) of Xavier School in San Juan City on Oct. 12, 2024.
The event, designed to promote networking and socialization among Filipino-Chinese entrepreneurs and executives, attracted over 150 participants.
AAXS president Dan Chua Balanzat and executive vice-president Jim Howard See and FFCAAI president Golden David attended the event.
Participants were treated to a buffet dinner followed by icebreaker games aimed at encouraging mingling and breaking down social barriers.
The highlight of the event was the mooncake dice game, a cherished tradition in the Filipino-Chinese community symbolizing good fortune and unity.
Participants rolled the dice and vied for a chance to win prizes donated by both individual and corporate sponsors.
The Lucky Lunar Luau provided an exciting evening filled with entertainment and opportunities for meaningful connections.
It marked a successful return for the mooncake dice game, which has been a staple for the Filipino-Chinese community since 2013, interrupted only by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Attendees gathered prizes, formed new friendships and earned valuable business connections, which strengthened community ties and business opportunities.
The planning committee, including AAXS secretary-general Jonathan Richie Yap, Socials Connect co-founder Howard Kendrick Choa, FFCAAI Youth secretary Chloe Ginelle Yap, FFCAAI Youth adviser Michael Tan as well as hosts Stefani Hazel Santos and Jhoana Yeo played a crucial role in the event’s success.
