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Faces at the Cultural Center David Nagai, Ganbaru Intern JCCCW News Renovations are Underway Hosekibako (Resale Shop) to Open October 13th Bosshiko & Friends -- Now That's Entertainment Omoide I, II & III Memory Book Has Arrived Yuji's Omusubi 5.0 - Hot Fun in the Summertime JCCCW Activities Last Chance to Sign Up for Youth Japanese Language School Nikkei Genealogy Workshop, September 8th Ways to get Involved & Support JCCCW Volunteers Needed for Aki Matsuri Ganbaru Interns Wanted Wanted! Timber Bamboo Workplace Giving - It Works Donate Your Old Vehicle Community Events and News SRG Gallery Featuring Shohei Yokoyama Aki Matsuri - 14th Annual Japanese Cultural Arts Event NVCF Social Dance Lessons & Practice Japan-America Society 88th Birthday "Otsukimi" Celebration Urasenke Foundation Cha no Yu (tea ceremony) class Seattle Japanese Queen Car Wash & Bake Sale An Evening with Beate Sirota Gordon Julie Otsuka Reads at the Central Library YMCA of Greater Seattle Needs Volunteers for Tsunami Recovery Haruo Shirane: Japan and the Culture of the Four Seasons Signs of Home, the Paintings and Wartime Diary of Kamekichi Tokita What's My Name? World Tour 2011 Miyavi The Japan Disasters: New Lessons, New Opportunities | |
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Faces at the Cultural Center David Nagai 
“Holy cow Batman!” And zebra…and unicorn! These are some of the origami designs David Nagai, a Ganbaru intern, has been sharing with community members participating in JCCCW’s events and activities since May. At JCCCW’s craft table at Bon Odori, David taught people how to make the classic crane (tsuru). He shared that one of the good parts of the event was talking to people. He is highly skilled in creating miniature origami and when you ask him how many he’s made over the years his reply is “I’ve lost count!” He says his favorite origami piece is the iris because you can give flowers to anyone. David also finds time for sumi-e painting from which he creates plants, flowers and animals. One of his dreams is to display his work in an art gallery – or possibly work in a field where he can create super hero art. Bif Brigman, Interim Executive Director at JCCCW, described David and his work the best: “David is a great young man and a wonderful addition to the Cultural Center. He has worked, without complaint, on a host of projects including the Nikkei Legacy Photo Identification project. He was an outstanding sensei at Seattle Betsuin Bon Odori helping youth make tsuru origami. I know I speak for all of the staff when I say that David is wonderful to have around and to have as a part of our team. We are extremely happy to be providing opportunities for community members and youth to be engaged and contributing volunteers. David has done this with passion and unique artistic efforts." | |
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JCCCW News Renovations are Underway! On September 6th, Marpac Construction will start work on the historical buildings 1 and 2 with some exterior work around Building 3 (main office). During the first few weeks of construction, the Marpac team will be busy tackling demolition, abatement and exterior work before the weather turns. Construction will continue through the winter and end in early February. The architectural team is Arai Jackson Ellison Murakami with Suyama Peterson Deguchi. Hoshide Williams is serving as the historic architectural consultant and Kenichi Nakano of Nakano Associates is the landscape architect. Development consultant is Interim CDA. What’s happening & who’s in Building 1? What’s happening & who’s in Building 2? Though construction will happen all over the site, some areas with a lot of work will be closed off until early February. With the exception of the Taiko Dojo, back stairwell and storage room, all of the first floor of Building 1 will be off limits during the entire construction phase. In Building 2, only the girls’ bathroom and adjacent kitchen will be off limits and closed off. The ramp between the two buildings will also be closed off. During construction, please use the entrances along the alley to enter Buildings 1 and 2. Please use the West entry into Building 3 from Sept. 18th-Oct. 7th. Thank you to the tenants and community for their patience during this exciting time of renovation. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Bif Brigman at 206-568-7114 or bif@jcccw.org Hosekibako (Resale Shop) to Open the Weekend of October 13th-15th If you loved the All Things Japanese Sale this past June, you're going to love Hosekibako! JCCCW will be opening the doors to a resale shop located at 511 - 16th Avenue South (in the main office building). The store will be filled with Japanese art, antiques and collectibles donated from members of the community. If you love the treasure hunt experience of shopping at thrift stores, garage sales and antique shops – Hosekibako is for you! Here are 3 Ways to Get Involved with Hosekibako! If you would like to donate to the store or volunteer, call Leela Bilow at 206-568-7114 or leelab@jcccw.org Bosshiko & Friends – Now That’s Entertainment!
Live painter, Bosshiko, and his friends performed at JCCCW on Thursday, August 25th. In a room filled with music and in the darkness, aided by a small light, Bosshiko created two magnificently detailed pieces of large art –a Buddha and a dragon, the latter of which he gifted to the Cultural Center. Sayoko Hirano an artist/painter and Chiaki a dance artist, worked in tandem to share a final large painting depicting the energy and beauty of a woman's image. Gan-Chan enchanted the audience with Kamishibai, a form of storytelling that originated in Japanese Buddhist temples in the 12th century. Stories are shared using a set of illustrated boards which are displayed one by one as the story unfolds. Gan-Chan previewed the storytelling with a guessing game involving storyboards – Penny Fukui’s 3 grandchildren won all the games hands down! The lucky winners of toy surprises were Kai and Akemi Fukui Kolar and Jackson Fukui Sketchley. Jimmy Gersen a live painter from Seattle, created a large piece of art to the music of Metallica. His work evokes the style of Picasso in his use of form and color.
Again, thank you to Bosshiko and his friends, for his 2nd visit to JCCCW and for giving the community a wide variety of cultural experience and fun! Pictured: Fukuoka University students from Japan who were meeting at the Cultural Center and Bosshiko. Omoide Volumes I-III Have Arrived!
Due to popular demand, the first Omoide book, Volumes I-III, are printed and at the JCCCW office. This book contains personal short stories comprised of Omoide or “memories” written by Japanese Americans from the Pacific Northwest. The Volume I-III compilation is available for $16.00. Volume IV is available for $14.00 and Volume V for $15.00. To place your order, simply send an e-mail to omoide@jcccw.org or stop by the office!
What a great way to spend a sunny Saturday! Japanese and Japanese American youth gathered at JCCCW to enjoy a BBQ (thank you, thank you Keith Yamaguchi for your grilling skills) and conversation. The Hyogo Business and Cultural Center and JCCCW joined together to create this event.
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JCCCW Activities
Want to learn more about your family's history? Sign up for the highly popular JCCCW Nikkei Genealogy Workshop. | |
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Ways to get Involved & Support JCCCW
We need volunteers to help staff our booth at the fun fall festival at Bellevue College. We’ll be making crafts, passing out information about the Cultural Center and answering questions from visitors. We are looking for volunteers for the following shifts:
If you are interested in signing up or would like more information, please email leelab@jcccw.org
This month, the JCCCW staff said goodbye to a terrific group of Ganbaru interns who accomplished and gave so much of themselves. Many of the interns were able to enjoy a thank you lunch at Cheeky Cafe. Again, thank you to Keishi, Rayshi, Li Si, Jae, Laura, Sean, David, Harriet and Robert. The Ganbaru Fall Internship Program is open to college students or recent college graduates. Ganbaru gives interns the opportunity to get involved with JCCCW in a more direct way working closely with our staff to coordinate and implement many of the different projects and programs at the Cultural Center. The program is designed to give interns valuable work experience and acquire meaningful skills that will help them in their future careers while simultaneously making an important contribution to JCCCW. The JCCCW is now accepting intern applications for Fall 2011. Apply today! Potential interns should be willing to commit at least 10 hours a week. For more information please contact Volunteer Coordinator Leela Bilow at leelab@jcccw.org.
JCCCW is accepting donations of timber bamboo plants. These hardy specimens may reach 40-100 feet at maturity with diameters of 3-7 inches. The plan is to create a natural hedge along JCCCW’s fenced property on Rainier Avenue. If you’d like to donate, our main office at 511 16th Avenue South (between King and Weller streets is open M-F, 9 am-5 pm. Questions? Please contact Bif Brigman at bif@jcccw.org
or call 206-568-7114.
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Workplace Giving - It Works!
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Donate Your Old Vehicle
Wondering what to do with that old vehicle? Through Volunteers of America of Western Washington, JCCCW accepts vehicle donations. Your gift allows JCCCW to receive 50% of the net proceeds. Volunteers of America accepts cars, trucks, boats and RV's and will make the arrangements to pick up the vehicle. Contact Leela Bilow at 206-568-7114 or email leelab@jcccw.org.
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Community Events and News SRG Gallery Featuring Shohei Yokoyama
Shohei Yokoyama, artist and architect, presents “Firmness, Commodity and the Lies.” His photographs of buildings, through digital alterations, reveal true essences--or plain lies. Donations for the art will be accepted to support survivors of the Japanese earthquake and tsunami. 100% of the proceeds will be contributed to relief efforts organized by Shigeru Ban, the Japanese architect dedicated to devising shelters for disaster victims around the world. Gallery open M-F, 9 am-5 pm at 110 Union St, Suite 300, Seattle, WA 98101.
Saturday, Sept. 10th, 10 am-6 pm and Sunday, Sept. 11th, 10 am-4:30 pm. Contact 425-861-7865 or email info@enma.org
Japan comes to Bellevue College for a weekend! A two-day program of Japanese cultural and educational events for all ages. Featuring on-stage performing arts, martial art demos, puppet shows, a Japanese style flea market and more! Admission and parking are free. Fees apply to some workshops.
Sept. 11-Dec. 11 the NVCF will be sponsoring 6 East Coast Swing lessons, a line dance lesson and a practice session per the below. East Coast Swing especially is one of the most versatile dances to learn! Lessons: 6:30-8:00 pm and Practice: 6:30-10:00 pm at 1212 South King Street, Seattle, WA 98122. Lesson $10/person and practice $5/person)
Come celebrate Tuesday, Sept. 13th from 6:30-9:00 pm! Held at the Russell Investment Center's (1301 Second Ave, Seattle) 17th floor deck with sweeping views of Elliot Bay and the Olympic mountains. Guests will enjoy hors d'oeuvres as well as entertainment. Listen to moon songs, look through a telescope and celebrate the Beijyu Tanjobi (Rice Birthday) of the Society. Deadline to register is Sept. 12th.
Saturday, Sept. 17th from 2:00-4:00 pm at Urasenke Foundation Tearooms at Urase 5125 40th Avenue NE, Seattle, WA 98105. $30 for JAS members and $35 non-members Deadline to register is Friday, Sept. 16th.
Saturday, Sept. 17th - 10 am- 4 pm at Montlake 76 Gas Station, 2625 E. Montlake Place East, Seattle -- This fundraiser will support the 2011 participants as they represent the Seattle Japanese community in Los Angeles, San Francisco and Honolulu, participate in each city's Japanese cultural festivals and learn about the Japanese American history. Pre-sale tickets are available for $10 - purchase yours by e-mailing jqscholarship@gmail.com or visit their website for more information.
Author of the women’s rights clause in Japan’s Constitution.
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Lecture: 5:00 pm; reception: 6:00 pm
Campion Ballroom, Seattle University. For further information regarding this event, please email or call Junsen Ohno ohnoj@seattleu.edu or 206.398.4283.
RSVP by September 15th.
Friday, Sept. 23rd from 7:00-8:30 pm at the Central Library, Level 1, Microsoft Auditorium. Julie will read from her new novel, "The Buddha in the Attic." This book traces the lives of young Japanese mail order brides who travel to San Francisco in the early 1900s to meet their husbands and create new lives in America. Library events are free and open to the public. Tickets and reservations are not required. Parking in the Central Library garage will be available for the $5 evening rate. Note: The library will close at its regular Friday time of 6 pm and will reopen at the Fourth Avenue entrance at 6:30 for this event. For more information call 206-386-4636.
The YMCA of Greater Seattle is recruiting volunteers to help with the Tsunami Recovery in October, November and December. Each team has at least one Japanese speaker who will help with communication. Language skills and cultural competency are a plus but not required. To learn how to volunteer please attend an information and planning meeting (9/10 and 9/24) at 9:00 am at YMCA 909 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98014. Register to volunteer or contact Monica Quill Kusakabe at mkusakabe@seattleymca.org or 206-382-4362.
Friday, October 21st from 3:30-5:00 pm at the UW, SAV 130, Seattle campus. Featuring Haruo Shirane, Shincho Professor of Japanese Literature and Culture in the department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at Columbia University, New York City. His latest book is Envisioning The Tale of Genji: Media, Gender, and Cultural Production, and most recently has written a manuscript on the role of nature in Japanese literature and culture called Culture of the Four Seasons: nature in the Poetry and Art of Japan. For more information call 206-685-9997 or contact japan@uw.edu
Saturday, October 22nd at 2 pm author Barbara Johns will discuss her book Signs of Home/The Paintings and Wartime Diary of Kamekichi Tokita, featuring the art of Kamekichi Tokita at the Seattle Asian Art Museum. The Tokita Family resettled first at the Japanese Language School (home of Nikkei Heritage Association) along with 30 other displaced families after leaving Minidoka Resettlement Camp and later lived in the New Lucky Hotel in the International District. Kamekichi and Haruko operated the Cadillac Hotel in Pioneer Square before World War II.
Monday, October 24th at 7:00 pm
Miyavi performing at Showbox at the Market.
For more information.
Wednesday, October 26th (Registration: 5:30-6:00 pm; Program: 6:00-7:30 pm; and Reception: 7:30-8:30 pm) The Japan Business Association of Seattle and the Japan-America Society of the State of Washington, in cooperation with the Foster School of Business and the Jackson School of International Studies at the University of Washington, are pleased to announce this roundtable discussion. This event brings together speakers from Japanese and American companies for a discussion about the impacts to business and trade by the March 2011 Tohoku disasters. At the Shansby Auditorium, Paccar Hall, University of Washington. Parking $5 on campus after 5 pm.
We are here to serve the needs of the community. Want to get involved? Your participation is welcome! Contact us at (206) 568-7114 or by email at admin@jcccw.org.
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