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Save the Date JASC Holiday Delight and Kodomo Matsuri Saturday, November 11, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Mark your calendars for the 2023 Holiday Delight & Kodomo Matsuri on Saturday, November 11! Join the fun in the Clark Street building for one last time before JASC moves to our new location. Food, fun, and festivities for all ages – don’t miss it!

Interested in being a vendor? Fill out an online application by clicking here.

Interested in helping the planning committee? Click here to email Jenn.

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

Click here for the flyer and map.

Click here for volunteer details and to sign up.

August Japanese Conversation Table –

Thursday, August 10, 2023

8月の日本語お話会は8月10日（木）です

開催日：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

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

Coffee cup with Japanese words featuring kanji characters, hiragana characters, and English words.

Donguri Kai is an online and in-person Japanese language program for children in K - 6th grade in beginner, elementary, intermediate, and advanced levels. The short summer session included a Kanji Intensive Course with a final project of making a coffee cup. Read all about it by clicking here.

2023 Fall session starts the week of September 11. Registration will open in early August. Email programs@jasc-chicago.org if you would like to be notified when registration opens. Classes are limited to small sizes for high quality instruction.

Japanese language classes for adults at JASC. Rolling enrollment for all levels from beginner to advanced conversation.

Are you an advanced Japanese speaker? The Advanced Conversation class (online Thursdays 5 – 6 pm) begins a new 8-week session on August 10. Take a trial class at no cost. Beginner through advanced classes are offered in both online and in-person formats. For class 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

After a three-year absence, the 65th Annual Ginza Holiday Festival will be presented by the Midwest Buddhist Temple on August 11th, 12th, and 13th at 435 West Menomonee Street in Chicago’s historic Old Town.

There are many, many jobs before, during, and after that together help make Ginza a success. We are looking for volunteers and your help in spreading the word. If you are interested in volunteering for this amazing Japanese cultural festival, please sign up on the Ginza volunteer portal.

Destination Asia: Morton Arboretum

4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL 60532

Tsukasa Taiko and Shubukai are excited to announce that they will both be returning to Destination Asia this year!

Explore the diverse cultures of Asia through music, dance, food, and more. Join in throughout the weekend for a fun-filled experience that will transport you across the globe.

Explore the curated tree collections from China, Japan, and Korea and learn about the important conservation efforts in which the Arboretum participates.

Details TBA

More information & Tickets HERE.

Opening Ceremony | Friday, August 4th | 5:30-8:30PM

Day 1 | Saturday, August 5th | 9:30-4:30PM

Day 2 | Sunday, August 6th | 9:30-4:30PM

Night Out in the Parks 2023

Tsukasa Taiko is excited to be returning to the Chicago Park District's NOITP series this summer!

These events are free and open to the public.

Thursday, August 3rd | Mayfair Park | 6:00PM

4550 W Sunnyside Ave. Chicago, IL 60630

Monday, August 7th | Roberts Square Park | 6:00PM

5230 W Argyle St. Chicago, IL 60630

Friday, September 8th | Jensen Park | 5:30PM

4650 N Lawndale Ave. Chicago, IL 60625

Night Out in the Parks activates parks across the city with robust cultural events – bringing neighbors together to laugh, dance, sing, and engage. The Chicago Park District, in partnership with 100 local artists and organizations, presents engaging events and performances to amplify the artistic and cultural vibrancy of our city in every neighborhood and enhance quality of life across Chicago. Through theater, music, movies, dance, site-specific performances, nature programs, and community festivals, the series supports Chicago-based artists, facilitates community-based partnerships and programs, cultivates civic engagement, and ensures equity in access to the arts for all Chicagoans. To learn more about the Night Out in the Parks program, our history, and our mission, visit: About Night Out in the Parks.

This program is presented as part of the Chicago Park District's Night Out in the Parks. Arts programming in neighborhoods across the city advances the goals of the Chicago Park District and the Chicago Cultural Plan.

Taiko Beginner Workshops

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

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

Friday, August 11th | 5:30-7:00PM

($45/person)

Instructor: Kioto Aoki

Minimum of 7 participants required for the workshop to proceed. Maximum of 20 participants.

Bon Odori 2023 Dance Workshops

In collaboration with The Japanese Cultural Center, Shubukai, Kimiei Fujima Sensei from Shizuoka, Japan and Ageha Bijou Sensei from the Nihon Bon Odori Association, we are able to to provide a series of Bon Odori classes at the Hyde Park Art Center which will prepare you for the 2023 BonFest Chicago. The dances planned for this year are: Shizuoka Meguri, Shizuoka Ondo, Tanko Bushi, Tokyo Ondo, Sado Okesa, Zundoko Bushi, Hanagasa Ondo, and Maruchan's Shizuoka Ondo.

Bon Odori is made for people to come together to honor their ancestors, express their joy, respect, and feeling of community; to feel a connection with their ancestors and with everyone. One does not have to be a professional dancer, the dances are simple and fun.

Join the in person class and learn with Yoshinojo Fujima of Shubukai!

Each lesson will focus on two or three dances. Make sure to wear comfortable clothing; Yukata is not required. Please register to ensure you get additional information about the BonFest happening on August 12 at Garden of the Phoenix.

Wednesdays, 8/2, 8/8 | South Shore Cultural Center | 12:00PM-1:30PM

7059 S Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649

Saturday, 7/29 | Hyde Park Arts Center | 10:30AM-12:00PM

5020 S Cornell Ave Chicago, IL 60615

Saturday, 7/29 | Japanese Cultural Center | 1:00PM-2:30PM

2940 N Lincoln Ave #2 Chicago, IL 60657

Sunday, 7/30 | AIRMW Culture Hub | 7:00PM-8:30PM

4875 N Elston Ave Chicago, IL 60630

Learn form information about Bon Fest 2023

Saturday, August 12th | 8:00PM - 10:00PM | Garden of the Phoenix

6300 S Cornell Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

JASC WISHLIST

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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