by Karun Yee, Historical Chair
On November 3, 2024, CACS and Folsom History Museum had the unique opportunity to host our annual author luncheon at Lucky Jade Restaurant on South Land Park in Sacramento. Featuring Dr. Russell Low, who traveled from San Diego to show his exciting and very informative documentary film about two amazing books he wrote. Low found inspiration from a 1903 family photograph. After ten years of extensive research and listening to recorded stories made by his 100 years old Uncle Kim, Low was able to piece together an entertaining glimpse into early Chinese American life. The stories are traced from the building of the Transcontinental Railroad building (1860-70’s) to the struggles of immigrant Chinese in the US. A brief question and answer period followed his presentation. He was able to sell a good number of books as the audience was enthralled with his stories.

Thank you to Dee Brown, Superior Court Judge, ARI, CAPITAL, Fiddletown, and Locke Foundation for sponsoring a table at our Annual Author Luncheon.

Many thanks to the entire CACS board who helped set up and take down at our event (Anita, Honey, June, Ann, Joyce, Alex, Franc, Greg, Cathy & David). Certainly, couldn’t done it without you. Thank you to the board members who purchased full tables (Cathy, Franc, Greg, Anita, and Karun.)

Our appreciation goes out to Lucky Jade staff manager May for a splendid lunch and Ann for bringing all that beautiful Asian jewelry to sell. Your presence made our efforts educational, enjoyable and deliciously fun!