He reminded me about the event below. GM Al Novak was on our 2010 January/February cover - see Great American Great Grandmaster. Al is a guest of honor at the banquet and will be receiving some special recognition plaque (as if he doesn't have enough of those already).
Bruce Lee's 70th Birthday Celebration - Nov. 27, 2010
Date : 27-Nov-2010 Saturday
Time : All day
Type : Fundraisers


The Bruce Lee Foundation Presents:
Bruce Lee’s 70th Birthday Celebration!

November 27, 2010
San Francisco, California

Come raise a glass to Bruce Lee on his 70th birthday in the city of his birth and join his family and friends in celebrating and supporting the legacy of Bruce Lee! There are a number of exciting activities planned for this extraordinary fundraising event (see below) which makes this birthday party a can’t-miss event for all Bruce Lee fans.
All proceeds will go towards the Bruce Lee Foundation and Bruce Lee Action Museum. Come out and support the our biggest fundraising event of the year!

A Private Celebration with the Lees!!

Come spend an afternoon with the Lees. Shannon and Linda will accompany you on a private tour of San Francisco’s Chinese Hospital where Bruce was born, a private guided Bruce Lee themed walking tour of San Francisco Chinatown, an intimate dim sum lunch, memorable photo opportunities, early access to the Bruce Lee Exhibit and Birthday Dinner, and more! Guests will also receive an exclusive, original, limited edition Bruce Lee art print, an original Bruce Lee business card and many more rare and collectible gifts.

This special Bruce Lee Foundation fundraiser is limited to 16 participants. Reservations are on a first come first served basis. It is anticipated that these spots will fill up fast, so reserve your space now!

This remarkable opportunity will take place during the late morning of Saturday, November 27, 2010. Specific details to follow.

Price:
$1,000.00 per person.
(Limited to 16 participants)

Bruce Lee’s 70th Birthday Dinner!

This special night will bring together martial artists, fans, friends, and family of Bruce Lee in an entertaining fundraising event. The evening will include an authentic, family style Chinese dinner, a Bruce Lee Exhibit featuring rare memorabilia, special guest speakers, a night of performances and entertainment including a lion dance, traditional Chinese fortune telling, and a special musical performance by Shannon Lee, silent and live auctions, Bruce Lee Foundation merchandise, exclusive book signings and much, much more! The Birthday Dinner will take place Saturday, November 27, 2010 from 5:00pm to 10:00pm at:
Empress of China Restaurant
838 Grant Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94108

****tail attire only.

Prices:
$125.00 per person (if purchased before September 15, 2010)
$150.00 per person (if purchased before October 15, 2010)
$175.00 per person (thereafter and at the door)
Special pricing for parties of 10 or more.

Hospital and Chinatown Walking Tours

Want more Bruce Lee? Attend a private tour of San Francisco’s Chinese Hospital where Bruce was born and a guided walking tour which will stop at several significant Bruce Lee related locations within San Francisco Chinatown. The tours are a great way to learn some new and fascinating information about Bruce Lee’s time and experiences in San Francisco. Participants will also gain early access to the Bruce Lee Exhibit and Birthday Dinner!

This charitable event will take place during the afternoon of Saturday, November 27, 2010. Specific details to follow.

Price:
$50.00 per person.
(Space is limited.)


TO REGISTER AND FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:

Tammy at info@bruceleefoundation.com or Sydnie at 310-451-9990.

Please make all checks payable to Bruce Lee Foundation and mail to:
11693 San Vicente Blvd, Ste 918
Los Angeles, CA 90049

To pay by credit card call Sydnie at 310-451-9990.

With respect to the Birthday Dinner, all payments must be postmarked by the dates specified above for accurate pricing.

Please note that this event takes place over Thanksgiving Weekend, so please make your travel plans now.