15th Annual Cherry Blossom Festival Basketball Jamboree

Saturday and Sunday, April 12 - 13, 2007, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday, April 19   -20, 2007, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

The 15th Annual Cherry Blossom Basketball Jamboree showcases 3rd through 7th grade girls and boys teams from all over Northern California in fun and exciting games. Come see our youth in action!

The proceeds from our annual Cherry Blossom Festival Jamboree benefit the Shinzen Nikkei Youth Goodwill Basketball Program that sends 20 youth to Japan, every other Summer, to learn more about Japanese culture through homestays and activities with the youth of Japan. 

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: Please call Ken Maeshiro at (415) 567-5505 x 239

How do I sign up?

Call us at (415) 567-5505, email programsevents or inquire with our online form.

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Senior Safety Seminar

Wednesday, May 7, 2008, 2:00-3:00 p.m.

 This seminar will teach about the following:

• Street Safety
• Public Transportation Safety
• Observing and reporting suspicious or criminal activities
• Giving descriptions
• Emergency and useful phone numbers

This free seminar will be lead by Irina Chatsova of San Francisco Safety Awareness for Everyone (SAFE) which is the city's leading crime-prevention education organization. This organization helps residents, police, and community groups work together to create safe, vibrant neighborhoods by providing violence prevention education, public safety information and community organizing services. They believe that everyone who lives, works and visits in San Francisco has the right to be safe.  Special guest speaker, Dale Minami of Minami Tamaki LLP will provide some information as well.

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: Free and open to the public, Please call Ali Kagawa at (415) 567-5505 to reserve your spot at space is limited.

More info: Download flyer

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org or inquire with our online form.

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Flat "Sushi" Plate Ceramics Workshop

Saturday, April 26 and May 3, 2008, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Learn simple slab construction and surface techniques to create your own ceramic sushi plate.  No experience is necessary.  This workshop requires both sessions in order to finish your sushi plate.

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: $45 JCCCNC members / $60 non-members

More info: Download flyer

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org or inquire with our online form.

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Reno Trip

Sunday, April 27, 2008 - Monday, April 28, 2008

Two day trip to Reno exclusively for JCCCNC members.  Bus leaves on Sunday at 7:00am in San Francisco, and returns on Monday at 7:00pm.  Lots of fun in between the Cal-Neva Hotel & Casino, Silver Legacy Hotel & Casino, and El Dorado Hotel & Casino. Reservations are due April 11,2008. Seating is limited to 54 passengers.

Location: Reno, Nevada
Fees: $64 (Dbl/Trpl) or $84 (Sgl)

More info: Please call Marjorie Fletcher at (415) 567-5505

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Kodomo no Hi Kimono Dressing

Tuesday-Wednesday, April 29-30, Thursday May 1

Shift 1  4:00-4:45 p.m.

Shift 2  4:30-5:15 p.m.

Shift 3  5:00-5:45 p.m.

Shift 4  5:30-6:15 p.m.

The JCCCNC, in conjunction with the Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco, is proud to present Kodomo no Hi Kimono Dressing.  This is a rare opportunity to dress your child in traditional Japanese Kimono in celebration of Kodomo no Hi.

Kimono sizes are limited.  (please see below)

        Kimono                                             Ideal height of child

Girl Kimono #1/#2                                       41" to 57"

Girl Kimono #3                                             34" to 41"

Boy Kimono #1                                            36" to 38"

Boy Kimono #2                                            38" to 50"

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: $15 JCCCNC members / $25 non-members  

More info: SPACE IS LIMITED!  Please call Ken Maeshiro to make an appointment

(415) 567-5505 x239

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org or inquire with our online form.

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Kodomo no Hi (Children's Day) School Visits

Tuesday-Thursday, April 29-May 1, 2008, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Tuesday-Thursday, May 6-8, 2008, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Elementary schools visit and learn about the meaning and symbolisms of the Boy's and Girl's Day dolls that are exhibited.  They also have the opportunity to participate in hands-on arts and craft activities.

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: Free to school groups

More info: Please call Ken Maeshiro at (415) 567-5505 x 239.

How do I sign up?

Call us at (415) 567-5505, email programsevents or inquire with our online form.

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Kristi Yamaguchi's Children's Day Festival in Japantown

Saturday, May 3, 2008, 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

In recognition of Japan's national holiday to celebrate children, the JCCCNC presents our annual Children's Day Festival in Japantown.  There will be entertainment, food and hand-on craft activities for children.

Location: Peace Plaza in San Francisco's Japantown

                 22 Peace Plaza

Fees: Free and open to the public; Additional fee for food

How do I sign up?

Call us at (415) 567-5505, email programsevents or inquire with our online form.

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Koto Workshop for Kids

Sunday, May 4, 2008, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

This workshop will teach the following:

• General History of the Koto
• Reigi (manners)
• Proper set-up and clean-up of the Koto
• How to read notes
• How to play the Koto

The workshop will be instructed by Shoko Hikage who has been playing since the age of three.  In 1985 she took special lessons from 2nd IEMOTO Seiga Adachi and 3rd IEMOTO Seiga Adachi of the  Ikuta-ryu Sokyoku Seigen Kai. In 1988 Shoko graduated from Takasaki College with a major in koto music. She became a research student in Sawai Sokyoku in and received her masters certificate under Tadao Sawai and Kazue Sawai. In 1992 she moved to Hawaii to teach koto at the Sawai Koto Kai Hawaii. Today she resides in San Francisco and performs regularly, both solo and with other artists from around the world.

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: $10 for JCCCNC Members / $15 non-members

More info: Download flyer

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org or inquire with our online form.

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San Francisco Giants Japanese Heritage Night

Friday, May 16, 2008, 7:15 p.m.

Join us as we celebrate Japanese Heritage Night with the San Francisco Giants as they play the first of three games against the Chicago White Sox.

Back for the third year in a row, the Japanese Heritage Night package includes a seat in designated View Reserved sections and a Masanori Murakami (first Japanese player in the Majors) limited edition bobblehead.

Location: AT&T Park
Fees: $21 JCCCNC members / $23 non-members

More info: Please call Jennifer Hamamoto at (415) 567-5505 x227

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org or inquire with our online form.

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AARP Senior Driving Certification Workshop

Wednesday and Thursday, May 21-22, 2008, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

AARP's refresher course for drivers age 50+ has been updated.  New information and lively illustrations help you learn how to improve driving skills, reduce your traffic violations, crashes and chances for injuries and to drive more safely.  Graduates may be able to qualify for a discount on auto insurance.  (*Please check with your insurance agent.)

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: $10 JCCCNC or AARP members / $15 non-members

More info: Download flyer

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org or inquire with our online form.

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Paint Your Own Cup and Plate Ceramics Workshop

Saturday, May 31, 2008, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Come and paint your own cup and plate.  No experience necessary.  Spend up to two hours painting and let your creativity come alive!  Adults and youth as young as six-years old may attend this fun workshop.

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: $25 JCCCNC members / $32 non-members

You may paint an additional piece for a minimal cost.

More info: Download flyer

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org or inquire with our online form.

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Wagashi Workshop

Saturday, May 31, 2008, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Instructors: Kimika Soko Takechi and Larry Sokyo Tiscornia

Participants will learn how to prepare two sweets, misomatsukaze and sasamaki  The class will include both demonstration and some hands-on   practice.

Misomatsukaze is a steamed cake made with flour, various sugars

and miso (soy bean paste) and topped with roasted sesame seeds. 

After it is steamed it is quickly grilled and then cooled before serving.

Sasamaki is a green bamboo leaf wrapped sweet that has a kuzu (kudzu starch) and kurozato (black sugar) filling.

Participants should bring an apron.

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: $25 JCCCNC members / $30 non-members

Workshop is limited to the first 15 paid and registered participants. 

More info: Download flyer

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org or inquire with our online form.

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Koto Workshop for Kids

Sunday, June 8, 2008, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

This workshop will teach the following:

• General History of the Koto
• Reigi (manners)
• Proper set-up and clean-up of the Koto
• How to read notes
• How to play the Koto

The workshop will be instructed by Shoko Hikage who has been playing since the age of three.  In 1985 she took special lessons from 2nd IEMOTO Seiga Adachi and 3rd IEMOTO Seiga Adachi of the  Ikuta-ryu Sokyoku Seigen Kai. In 1988 Shoko graduated from Takasaki College with a major in koto music. She became a research student in Sawai Sokyoku in and received her masters certificate under Tadao Sawai and Kazue Sawai. In 1992 she moved to Hawaii to teach koto at the Sawai Koto Kai Hawaii. Today she resides in San Francisco and performs regularly, both solo and with other artists from around the world.

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: $10 for JCCCNC Members and $15 non-members

More info: Download flyer

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org or inquire with our online form.

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AARP Senior Driving Refresher Course

Wednesday, June 11, 2008, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

This four hour course is for those who have taken the eight hour class and are in need of updating their certificate (every three years).  Graduates may be able to qualify for a discount on auto insurance.  (*Please check with your insurance agent.)

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: $10 for JCCCNC or AARP members / $15 non-members

More info: Download flyer

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org or inquire with our online form.

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Thunder Valley Trip

Monday, June 23, 2008

If you need a rest from your daily routine, join JCCCNC members and friends on their one-day turnaround to Thunder Valley.  a bus has been contracted and you can enjoy a leisurely ride with entertainment, a five-hour stay with plenty of time to enjoy a wonderful lunch and still be home in time for dinner.

Location: Lincoln, California
Fees: $22 JCCCNC members

More info: Please call Marjorie Fletcher at (415) 567-5505 for non-member rates or to reserve your space today!

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org or inquire with our online form.

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UnFinished Objects Quilting Workshop

Saturday, June 28, 2008, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Do you have unfinished quilt projects?

Do you have a quilt top that needs finishing?

Do you need space to baste your quilt?

Do you need help with quilting or binding?

If you answered yes to any of these questions then this is the workshop for you! Come spend the afternoon with others like you and turn your unfinished objects into works of art.

Instructor Ellen Nakai has 20 years of quilting experience and has been teaching at the JCCCNC for over one year.

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: $25 JCCCNC Members / $35 non-members

More info: Please call (415) 567-5505

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org or inquire with our online form.

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JCCCNC Track Meet

Sunday, June 29, 2008, 9:00 a.m.

Come and enjoy a day of fun in the sun!  A great event for the entire family!  Compete with friends and spend time with your family while making new friends and catching up with old ones.  Bring lunch and picnic with the whole family. 

Location: Menlo-Atherton High School
Fees: $10 per participant

More info: Download flyer, download sign-up form

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org or inquire with our online form.

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