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Two traditional Japanese dancers in kimono. What cultural performance do you want to see? 10 am to 4 pm

Don’t miss the 2023 Holiday Delight & Kodomo Matsuri on Saturday, November 11! Celebrate in the Clark Street building for one last time before JASC moves to our new location. Unique vendors, cultural performances, and food favorites. See you there! Click here for more details.

Questions? Contact Jenn Trautvetter at the JASC office (773-275-0097, ext. 228) or by email to jtrautvetter@jasc-chicago.org.

Join us in welcoming Harry Rohde to the JASC Team. Harry is JASC’s new Controller, and will oversee JASC’s budget and finances. Harry is excited to be taking his place at JASC and helping to keep it moving forward. Learn more about Harry on our website!

September Japanese Conversation Table –

Thursday, September 14, 2023

9月の日本語お話会は9月14日（木）です

October Japanese Conversation Table –

Thursday, October 5, 2023

10月の日本語お話会は10月5日（木）です

開催日：10月に限り都合で第１木曜です。（普通毎月第２木曜日）

開催時間：午後1:30から3:00まで

参加費：１人/１回5ドル

日本語で交流したい方へのお知らせです。（日本語の会話クラスではありません。）

普段あまりほかの方との交流のない方、一人でお住まいの方、思いっきり日本語でおしゃべりしてみませんか？

楽しい話題や暮らしのアイデアを分け合い、ちょっとした悩みや不安など、皆で話し合えば解決法がでてくるかも知れません。いろいろなことを日本語で話し合い、英語社会で溜まったストレスを解消しましょう。

このプログラムに興味のある方、参加したいと思われる方は、Eメールで川口ケイclasses@jasc-chicago.org　または電話：773-275-0097内線226, までご連絡ください。

Do you know a native Japanese speaker who would like to connect and socialize with other native Japanese speakers? Please note this is not a Japanese language class but rather a time for fellowship while speaking in fluent Japanese.

Date: Monthly, second Thursday, 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm

Special date of Oct. 5^th (First Thursday)

Cost: $5 per person, per session

JASC's Conversation Table welcomes everyone to share their experiences, ideas, and stories through social interaction, and offers an opportunity to expand their social networks with others in the local community.

If you know someone who would like to participate, please contact Kay Kawaguchi by email at classes@jasc-chicago.org or please call her at 773-275-0097 x 226 and leave a message to RSVP. Kay can answer any questions about the program in Japanese or in English.

JASC is located at 4427 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL

Traditional Japanese Game Camp

Monday, October 9, 2023

9:00am - 1:00pm at JASC

1st - 8th grade & High School students

JASC Members: $40

Non-Members: $45

Lunch is included. After camp care is available till 3pm.

For more information, visit JASC Kids Day Camp https://tinyurl.com/jascdaycamp

JASC will be hosting a flu and vaccine clinic on Friday, September 15th from 10am-12pm. Come for FREE Flu shots! COVID boosters, shingles and pneumonia vaccines are also available. Advanced RSVP is required so we can have a sufficient supply. Questions? Contact Tricia Soo at 773-275-0097 x225 or email tsoo@jasc-chicago.org.

Japanese language classes for adults at JASC. Advanced Beginner level starts new class next Tuesday

Improve your Japanese skills this fall at the JASC! New class sessions starting this month. Beginner through advanced conversation classes are offered in both online and in-person formats. Take a trial class at no cost. For full details click here. Kay Kawaguchi can help determine the best class for you or answer any questions. Reach her at the JASC office, (773) 275-0097, ext. 226, or by email classes@jasc-chicago.org.

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Chicago Northside Origami Group

There is a $5 fee per folder to be paid each time, and children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult (no charge for non-folding adults). Please bring paper for folding, and any models or books you would like to share.

All skill levels welcome!

For more information and future dates, please contact:

June Yamasaki, june.yamasaki@gmail.com

CJFC Presents THE LAST PASSENGER

September 14, 2023 (Thursday) 7:30 pm

at Chicago Filmamkers (map )

Followed by the Director Horie’s Q&A and a live performance by BENTENYA, who stand as the focal point of Director Horie's latest documentary centered around Route 66.

Moderator for Q&A: SHIBUSA Wakana (Former news anchor of KHB in Miyagi)

Watch trailer

Ticket: $10 (limited to 60 seats, includes an egg rice ball!)

*We will donate the full amount of the ticket price, minus a small processing fee, to the victims of the earthquake and tsunami. We appreciate your generous support.

Synopsis

This fictional story is set in Miyagi prefecture, a decade after a devastating earthquake and tsunami. It follows Mr. Endo, a taxi driver searching for his daughter since the earthquake… More info

Naoki Nakatani: ひとつからふたつでてまたひとつになる。|

One becomes Two becomes One

Monday, September 25th | AIRMW Cultural HUB | 6:00PM

4875 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60630

AIRMW presents Tokyo-based artist and curator Naoki Nakatani's solo performance:

ひとつからふたつでてまたひとつになる。/ One becomes Two becomes One.

This bilingual performance incorporates embedded lectures and investigates the construction of information made up with memory, and truth. Japanese-to-English translation frequently results in associations between words that resemble a see-saw or a sun and moon, in addition to reflecting cultural and linguistic differences. "I have to return to Tokyo" for instance, might be translated as 「もうシカゴには居れません」. The translation suggests that one must leave Chicago in perpetuity. Despite the different nuances of returning and leaving, the conclusion means the same. Is this an error? The use of negative and positive words seeks to fill a hole to construct one piece of information.

This event is Free Admission

Taiko Beginner Workshops

AIRMW Cultural Hub (4875 N Elston Ave. Chicago, IL 60630)

Payment due upon arrival. We accept Paypal / Venmo / Cash / Checks.

ONE-DAY BEGINNER TAIKO WORKSHOP: Friday, September, 22nd

6:00 - 7:30 PM (Instructor: Tatsu Aoki) - $45/person

ONE-DAY BEGINNER TAIKO WORKSHOP: Tuesday, October 17th

6:00 - 7:30 PM (Instructor: Noriko Sugiyama) - $45/person

*Email tsukasataiko@gmail.com to register

Shubukai 47th Annual Performance

Sunday, September 17th | Ruth Page Center for the Arts | 3:00PM

1016 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60610

Shubukai presents its 47th annual performance of Japanese Classical Dance, including the final presentation for the Ethnic and Folk Arts Master/Apprentice Program. Shubukai, the Japanese dance, program within AIRMW will perform at the Ruth Page Performing Arts center with special guest Fujima Yurino, and musical guests Tsukasa Taiko and Toyoaki Shamisen.

FREE ADMISSION

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Small prize items for Adult Day Service games & activities - toiletries (shampoo/conditioner/soap/toothpaste) are very popular
Staples, Amazon, or Target gift cards
Letter Size (8 1/2 x 11) Copy Paper

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September 14, 2023 (Thursday) 7:30 pm

at Chicago Filmamkers (map)

at Chicago Filmamkers (map )