Reno Trip

Sunday-Monday, October 5-6, 2008

Two day trip to Reno exclusively for JCCCNC members.  Bus leaves on Sunday at 7:00 a.m. in San Francisco, and returns on Monday at 7:15 p.m.  Lots of fun in between the Cal-Neva Hotel & Casino, Silver Legacy Hotel & Casino, and El Dorado Hotel & Casino. Reservations are due September 15, 2008.  Seating is limited to 54 passengers.

The El Dorado is offering the OCTOBER RENO JCCCNC group a special rate of $37 to attend the APHELION show on Sunday October 5th, which includes a Chef's dinner buffet.  The show will be about Olympic-quality gymnasts and whimsical characters who are aerialists, contortionists, acrobats, dancers and jugglers.    The buffet opens at 5:00 p.m. and is located on the second floor and you can enjoy it before or after the show.  The doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7:00 p.m.

Location: Reno, Nevada
Fees: $68 PP (Double/Triple)  $88 (Single)

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

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org.

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Wagashi Workshop

Saturday, October 4, 2008, 1:00-3:30 p.m.

Participants in this hands-on class will learn how to prepare two sweets, kiku konashi and mushimanju.

Kiku konashi is a hand formed sweet in the shape of a chrysanthemum. 

Konashi  is a kneaded sweet bean paste made by mixing koshian

(smooth bean paste) with flour.  It is steamed and kneaded allowing it to

be formed into various shapes.

Mushimanju is a steamed sweet with a wheat flour outer skin covering sweet red bean paste.  The sweet can have various seasonal representations by changing the color or impressing a motif on the top after it has cooled.

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

More info: Please call (415) 567-5505 to register today as only 15 paid participants will be taken. Download flyer.

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org.

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How to Buy a Digital Camera Workshop with Best Buy

Monday, October 20, 2008, 2:00-3:30 p.m.

Interested in buying a digital camera?  Don't understand the difference between a point and shoot and a digital SLR camera?  Not sure how much to spend?  Do you want to know what pixels are and how many do you need to take a decent photo?  Come to this introductory workshop to teach you how to purchase a digital camera that fits your needs. 

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: Free and open to the public

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 or Plate Ceramics Workshop

Saturday, October 25, 2008, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Spend up to two hours painting your own cup or plate and let your creativity come alive!   This workshop is fo both adults and youth as young as six years old.  No experience necessary.  It is not necessary to register for both workshops.  

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: $15/members, $22 non-members

          (additional pieces available for a minimal fee)

More info: Please call (415) 567-5505 to register 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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Kaiseki Workshop

Saturday, October 25, 2008, 1:00-3:30 p.m.

Kaiseki ryori, seasonal Japanese cuisine served during the traditional Chanoyu (tea ceremony) gathering, has its roots in the simple seasonal vegetarian cuisine served in the Zen temple.

The word kaiseki is composed of two characters: Kai is taken from the word kaichu, the opening or pocket that forms when one side of the kimono or Zen robe is folded over the other.  The tying of the obi sash creates this pocket just above the top of the sash.  Seki means stone.  In earlier times Zen priests would wrap a hot stone with a towel and place it in their kimono "pocket."  The heat from the stone would help stave off hunger pains between the morning and evening meals.  It was the idea that just enough food was needed to sustain one during the day that translated into the simple kaiseki meal that is served during the tea gathering.

Kaiseki cuisine uses fresh seasonal ingredients, simple seasonings and cooking techniques to create dishes that are beautiful to look at, tasty, and in harmony with the season.

This Zen vegetarian class will feature kaiseki style miso soup with kiritampodango.

The mukozuke (first course) will be shiraae, seasonal greens with a thick creamy sesame tofu dressing.  The nimono wan (main course) will be sesame tofu with grilled autumn peppers.  The class will be mostly demonstration and participants will be able to sample the dishes that are prepared.

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: $30 JCCCNC members/$35 non-members

More info: Please call to register today as only the first 20 paid participants will be taken.  Download flyer.

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org.

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HDTV Education and Digital Converter Boxes Workshop with Best Buy

Monday, October 27, 2008, 2:00-3:30 p.m.

Have questions about the upcoming digital conversion or looking to buy a new tv?  Not sure if you will be able to watch tv once the digital conversion begins on February 17, 2009?  Will your old tv still work?  What if you don't have cable?  Come to this introductory workshop to learn what you will need for the upcoming conversion or if you are looking to buy a new tv.

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: Free and open to the public

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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Halloween Carnival

Friday, October 31, 2008, 6:00-8:30 p.m.

$5 at the door; $4 for adults and kids in costumes!

Games and prizes, tricks and treats, arts and crafts and goodies to eat! On October 31 there is only one place to be: the Halloween Carnival at JCCCNC!

Early Bat Dinner (5:00-6:00)

 $5 Adults, $3 Children

RSVP (415) 567-5505

Halloween Carnival (6:00-8:30)

Tons of games, crafts, prizes and Haunted Air Jumper Castle

“Merlin’s School of Witchcraft & Wizardry” (6:15, 6:45, 8:00)

Magic Show, Free with carnival admission

Glowing Light Costume Parade & Costume Contest (7:30)

Male, female, adult and child prizes for: BEST, SCARIEST, FUNNIEST COSTUMES

Parent's Pumpkin Pie Eating Contest (7:45)

Free with carnival admission

Gen Taiko Performance (8:00)

For more info or to RSVP for dinner: Please contact Ali Kagawa at (415) 567-5505 x239

Click HERE to see the Halloween Carnival flyer!

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Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of FLOWER DRUM SONG

Sunday, November 9, 2008

1:00 p.m. Matinee or 6:30 p.m. Evening Show

Join the JCCCNC for the San Francisco Bay Area Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Broadway Hit Musical FLOWER DRUM SONG. The special JCCCNC group package includes a VIP Reception with Playwright David Henry Hwang and the Cast of Flower Drum Song)

Get your advanced tickets now, by contacting the JCCCNC or through the online e.group sign.  The special JCCCNC group log-in is: FDS50 with the password: Flower (both are case sensitive)  Click here to log-in.

Bus transportation is available from San Francisco Japantown to San Jose for only $19.00 (round-trip, matinee and reception only), but you must call the JCCCNC to reserve your seat.

Location: Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose
Fees:

Orchestra Section A    $115.00 per person and includes Reception

Orchestra Section B    $108.00 per person and includes Reception

Orchestra Section E    $ 87.00 per person and includes Reception

More info: Visit the American Musical Theatre of San Jose website or call the Mika Shimizu at the JCCCNC at (415) 567-5505.

How do I sign up?

Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents@jcccnc.org.

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Tabemasho!

sponsored by the Japanese American Citizens League and the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California

Sunday, November 9, 2008, 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Nakayoshi presents their cooking class series, Tabemasho! 

Learn the history of sushi making and the importance of each ingredient.  Learn the process of sushi making, from preparing sushi rice to rolling techniques for that perfect and delicious hand roll!  Graig and Sean will be showing you both modern and traditional sushi rolling techniques. 

All materials and supplies are provided by Nakayoshi

Under the training of Executive Chef Masa Nishiyama (past Executive Chef at the Hyatt, Hawaii and owner of Zen Toro in Davis, Ca), both Graig and Sean Inaba spent every day after high school learning the art and skills of Japanese cuisine.

Having taught previous cooking classes at the Hyatt Regency in Sacramento and Cafe Nikko, both Graig (5 years professional experience) and Sean (7 years professional experience) will share their passion for food with Nakayoshi and teach you the basics of Japanese cooking in a fun, interactive and exciting environment.

About Nakayoshi

Nakayoshi (circle of friendship) brings young professionals together to participate in community activities, address social justice issues and network with each other.

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: $35 JCCCNC and JACL members / $40 general

More info: Please contact nakayoshi.ncwnp@gmail.com

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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RELIVE the Sounds of the Shinsei Band

Saturday, December 6, 2008, 2:00 p.m.

Unavailable for many years, the nostalgic big band infused Japanese recordings of the Shinsei Band will once again come alive in San Francisco’s Japantown.  From the mid 1950’s into the 1980’s, the Shinsei Band was one of the most popular amateur Japanese bands on the West Coast, performing at dances, concerts, the Sakura Matsuri, kenjinkai picnics, obons and countless other community events for well over 20 years.  

During its heyday, the Shinsei Band recorded two LPs and a 45-rpm single of their most popular hit, “Sakura Matsuri Ondo.”  Out of print for decades and never before available on CD, these historic recordings have just been digitally re-mastered and released on two CDs.  To launch these new CDs, the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California (JCCCNC) will host a Shinsei Band CD Release CelebrationIssei Memorial Hall.  This free event, which will include former band members, will be open to the public.

Lewis Kawahara, who researched and wrote the liner notes for the new CDs, noted, “Most of the song lyrics are in Japanese and may not be understood by a non-Japanese speaking audience.  But remember, it is a community’s voice, not just the music or sounds that should be heard and preserved.  And the listener does not have to be Japanese speaking to appreciate good music.” 

Kawahara added, “This reissued collection of Shinsei Band music demonstrates how music is an important part of the social and cultural life of Japanese Americans.  Music can serve as a symbol of change and understanding.  We hope these CDs broaden the audience’s notion of American music, recognizing and appreciating the myriad of musical subcultures that constitute an integral part of the Japanese American/Asian Pacific American cultural soundscape.”

 Shinsei Band CDs will be available for purchase at the JCCCNC for $13.00 each ($11.50 for JCCCNC members). 

For more information or to RSVP, please call (415) 567-5505.

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: Free and open to the public

More info: Download

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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Winter Bulldog Basketball Camp

Monday-Wednesday, December 29-31, 2008 and Friday, January 2, 2009, 9:00 a.m-12:00 p.m.

Our Winter Bulldog Basketball Camp will emphasize fundamental skills, including shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding and defense.  Our camps lends itself to the camper who has never before participated, as well as to the camper who has vast team experience.

The Bulldog Basketball Camp is directed by Pat Mulligan.  Pat has been the boys varsity coach at Raoul Wallenberg High School since 1991.  In 2003, Pat was recognized by the California Interscholastic Federation with the prestigious Model Coach Award.  In 2005, Pat again led the bulldogs to the AAA semi-finals.

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: $105 JCCCNC members/$130 non-members

More info: Please call Jennifer Hamamoto at (415) 567-5505 ext. 227 or download form here.

How do I sign up?

Call us at( 415) 567-5505, email programsevents.

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Mochitsuki Workshop

Dates: Monday-Tuesday, December 29-30, 2008

(tentative times, please call to confirm)  

   Shift 1     3:30-4:00 p.m.     

   Shift 2     4:00-4:30 p.m.    

   Shift 3     5:00-5:30 p.m.      

   Shift 4     5:30-6:00 p.m.   

   Shift 5     6:00-6:30 p.m.     

Instructor: George Yamada

In 1999, Yamada Seika, a manju-ya in San Francisco Japantown, closed its doors after 36 years of business. The owner, Mr. George Yamada, not only generously donated his mochi making machine to the JCCCNC but has shared his talents and joy of mochi making with the community.  Participants will have the opportunity to watch Mr. Yamada transform hot cooked rice into mochi. Participants will then have the opportunity to make their own mochi balls to take home. 

Location: JCCCNC
Fees: $12 JCCCNC members/$17 non-members/Children under 5 are free

More info: Registration deadline is Friday, December 19.  Please contact Ken Maeshiro at (415) 567-5505 x239 to make your reservation.

How do I sign up?

Call us at (415) 567-5505, email programsevents.

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