By Karun Yee
CACS Foundation’s purpose for this picnic gathering was to thank all those who helped fund the Chew Kee Roof project and give new people a chance to see the interior of Fiddletown unique Chew Kee Museum. The event was sponsored by CACS Foundation and Fiddletown Preservation Society (FPS).
Our CACS team loaded Franc’s truck and left Sacramento around 8:45am to drive to Fiddletown to set up in the adjacent park to the Chew Kee Museum. LJ and Janet Migliore was there to set up the audio equipment, tables, table cloths and flowers. Other organizations came to set up their tents and tables soon thereafter. Our guests started arriving with all their delicious pot lock dishes around 11:30am.
Karun Yee welcomed guests; did an introductory summary of Dr Herbert Yee’s connection to Fiddletown, the CACS organization and Fiddletown involvement over the years.
The following supporters were recognized; Sacramento Pioneer Association, Yee Family Foundation, Sacramento Historical Consortium, Amador Arts Council, Amador Historical Society, Amador Rotary Club (information board), Sons of the Golden West, and Representative Brian Oneto. Over 70 guests attended this event!
Our resident author; Elaine Zorbas talked about FPS progress in maintaining the
buildings. Presidents of organizations present were introduced. Museum opened by docent Sara Huffington had many visitors.
People came from as far away as the Bay area, and enjoyed the 45-minute scenic drive into the foothills, to share in our picnic lunch. Activities included two mahjong demonstration tables, painted fans/paper folding, informational materials from Locke, Folsom, Shen Yun and CACS.
The Local Grill master – Kenny and Joanne provided delicious grilled chicken bought from the Pokerville Market at a discounted price. Thank you Kenny and Joanne!
Chef David Soo Hoo came with Chinese spare ribs and pot stickers. The variety of Asian and American foods and desserts were overwhelming. Fresh pears from the Delta were donated by Sue and Freeman Lee. Food and friends always promote a happy medium in which to celebrate with old and new friends. Other representatives from local Sacramento Asian groups also attended.
Thank you to our CACS Foundation volunteers Franc Martinez (President), Honey Lum, Anita Lo, Greg Jung, Cathy Wei, Betty Louie and Karun Yee.
