WHO:

Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) Los Angeles Chapter

WHAT:

A fun, interactive, dynamic and competitive evening of community celebration & “fun-raising” for student scholarships & professional programs

WHEN:

Friday, October 12, 2012
5:30 PM Registration
6:00 – 7:00 PM Hosted dinner and beverages
7:00 PM Evening program begins

WHERE:

ABC7 Broadcast Center

500 Circle Seven Drive

Glendale, CA 91201

WHY:

Support the chapter’s many wonderful programs & a chance to nab the sought after Rice Cup trophy

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For volunteer opportunities, information regarding corporate, community and non-profit sponsorship and auction donations contact: Denise L. Poon
 TriviaBowl@gmail.com

Be inspired to bring your “best game,” with this video from Trivia Bowl XVII and our 30th Anniversary:

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HOSPITALITY

AAJA-LA developed, abides by and enforces the following International Trivia Bowl Federation competition rules.

2012 Competition
Each team may have as many as 10 members. Once the competition begins, no substitutions are allowed. No one may sit at a team table except its 10 original designated players. Trivia Bowl XVI will have five rounds of 20 questions each: 1) current events; 2) more current events and history; 3) arts and entertainment; 4) science, geography and literature; 5) sports andCalifornia living.

David Ono, the emcee, will read aloud the questions. Sitting at their designated table, the members of each team work together to fill out the answer sheet. The emcee will read each question twice. Competitors are advised to write down the questions for their reference.

The name of the team and its captain must be written on the answer sheet for each round. All answers must be legible and in English unless another language is specified. Answers must be written on the exact line corresponding to the number of the question.

Only one answer per question will be accepted unless more than one answer is clearly requested. When multiple answers are requested, all must be correct for the team to obtain the point. When a person’s name is requested, last names are acceptable unless first and last are specified. Phonetic spelling is acceptable unless the correct spelling is specified. There are no partial points for an answer.Once the emcee has read the 20th and final question of each round, teams have two minutes to complete their answer sheets. Room monitors will collect the sheets from team captains and take them to the judging table. Once an answer sheet is submitted, no changes are allowed.

Scoring
After each round, the emcee will read aloud the questions and correct answers after game officials have collected the answer sheets. The judges will review and score the answer sheets during this time. Team scores and standings for each round will be posted on the scoreboard.

Challenges
Any challenges to questions should be brought to the attention of the Quiz Masters by the team captain or a designated representative before the end of the evening competition. The game manager’s decision is final. No competitor may speak to the judges or scorekeepers. The team with the highest score at the end of the fifth round wins possession for one year of the perpetual Rice Cup trophy.

Leaving the Team Table
No one who leaves a team table while a round is in progress will be allowed to return until the team submits its answer sheet. Please make all trips to the hospitality table, refreshment area or restroom before or after rounds.

Prohibition on Electronic Devices
The use of all electronic devices (phones, tablets, laptops, PDAs, cameras, video devices, etc.) is strictly prohibited while a competition round is in progress. If any such device is visible, game officials will request that it is put away. Any person who uses such a device must leave the team table and may not return to the game. Game officials have the discretion to deduct as many as 10 points or an entire round from a team’s score if any member violates this rule. Texting or tweeting about the event, including but not limited to @AAJATriviaBowl, is permitted only between competition rounds.

Printed Materials
No printed materials other than those provided and sanctioned by Trivia Bowl organizers and sponsors are allowed on the team table. Anyone caught using cheat sheets or notes will be subject to the same penalties regarding the improper use of electronic devices. Purses, bags, briefcases and items containing printed materials must be placed on the floor.

Substitutions and Spectators
Team member substitution is prohibited at all times during the competition. Once the competition begins, a team may not replace an original player with another individual. If for any reason a player must leave the event, the team must proceed without that member. Game officials have the discretion to deduct as many as 10 points from a team’s score if such violations occur. Noncompeting spectators (including guests, chaperons and parents) may not stand near or approach the team table while a round is in progress and until the team submits its answer sheet for that round. Two areas on opposite ends of the competition area are designated as areas for spectators. All communication, oral or otherwise, is prohibited between a team and spectators while a round is in progress. Game officials have the discretion to deduct as many as 10 points for violations.

Tie-Breakers
If any teams are tied for any of the top three places in the overall standings after the end of the final round, these guidelines will be applied in the following order until a winner is declared:

1. Number of first-place finishes in a round.
2. Number of highest finishes in a round in head-to-head competition correctly.
3. Number of questions answered correctly in the first round before answering a question incorrectly.

PARTIAL LIST OF 2011 AAJA-LA TRIVIA BOWL LIVE AUCTION & RAFFLE ITEMS

LIVE AUCTION ITEMS

Autographed Pulitzer Prize-winning photo
Photo signed by Nick Ut, photographer, and Kim Phuc, subject.
Donated by Nick Ut/Associated Press

Cathay Pacific Airways: Round-trip flight (economy) from Los Angeles to Hong Kong
and three-night stay for two at Island Shangri-La. Award-winning economy-class cabin features a fixed-back design seat, complimentary international cuisine and audio-video on demand on your personal television screen. Island Shangri-La is a luxury hotel retreat in the heart of Hong Kong, exquisitely appointed with Asian-accented European furnishings. All rooms and suites command magnificent views of the city, the Peak or Victoria Harbour. Package also includes breakfast at the innovative Cafe TOO.
Value: U.S. $3,600 Donated by Cathay Pacific Airways

KTLA5 suite: Los Angeles Kings game. The KTLA Staples Center luxury suite is yours for the evening as the Los Angeles Kings play in a 2011-12 season game. This includes 12 tickets and four parking passes. Game date to be mutually decided between the recipient and KTLA. Food and drink are not included.
Value: $1,580 Donated by KTLA5

CBS2/KCAL9 suite: Katy Perry California Dreams World Tour, Nov. 22, 2011. Four tickets in the CBS2/KCAL9 Staples Center luxury suite and one VIP parking pass.
Value: $1,400 Donated by CBS2/KCAL9

LIFEYO.com: Custom-built LIFEYO website including blog and social media with two years free hosting and AppleTV. Value: $1,000 Donated by Mike Kai, LIFEYO founder

“Dancing With the Stars”: Two tickets to a results show.
Donated by “Dancing With the Stars”

Official licensed Teemu Selänne NHL jersey, autographed. Selänne is a 10-time NHL All-Star and Stanley Cup winner for the Anaheim Ducks. Donated by The Orange County Register

“The Tonight Show With Jay Leno”: Four VIP tickets. Good for any day the show is taping. Expires Oct. 1, 2012 Donated by NBC Universal

People: Large reproduction of the royal couple, People’s “The Royals” book, commemorative wedding issue and a one-year subscription to People. Value: $140 Donated by People

Yahoo! Sports package: Mark Teixeira signed Yankees cap. Includes 2009 Yahoo! Sports Fantasy Baseball magazine. Donated by Yahoo! Sports

RAFFLE ITEMS

Verizon Wireless: iPad2 (16 GB) Wi-Fi, with 3G capability, service for one year.
Donated by Verizon Wireless

Zojirushi: 5.5 cup Induction Heating Rice Cooker and Warmer, value $360.
Donated by Zojirushi

Investor’s Business Daily: One-year subscription, value $329.00.
Donated by Investor’s Business Daily

Investor’s Business Daily: Level one home study kit, value $299.
Donated by Investor’s Business Daily

Blo-Out Lounge: $210/one-month membership. Six blo-out or makeup services.
Donated by Blo-Out Lounge (Pasadena)

East West Players: Gift certificate for two orchestra seats, value $114.
Donated by East West Players

Taylor Swift concert photo, framed: Includes “Journey to Fearless” DVD with more than two hours of live performances, interviews and footage.
Donated by Paul Sakuma, AAJA photographer

“Martin Yan’s China” cookbook, autographed: Includes chef cleavers, chopsticks and DVD (two sets).
Donated by Chef Martin Yan

CBS News & Entertainment: Gift basket with network-branded items.
Donated by CBS News, Los Angeles Bureau

Ben Fong-Torres books, autographed: “The Rice Room: Growing Up Chinese-American from Number Two Son to Rock ‘n’ Roll” and “The Eagles: Taking It to the Limit.”
Donated by Ben Fong-Torres

Crabtree & Evelyn: Gift basket with toiletries.
Donated by Crabtree & Evelyn

High-definition table-top radios Donated by KPCC-FM

Murad: Complimentary spa service, value $115

Malibu Wines Tasting Room: Wine glass and five complimentary tastings.
Donated by Malibu Wines Tasting Room

philosphy: gift set.
Donated by philosophy

EmersonMade.com: $100 gift certificate.

Tatchta.com: $40 gift certificate.

The Butter Custom Design Vending Machine: $25 gift certificate.

Inmod.com modern furniture lighting and decor: $25 gift card.