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Saturday, Sept. 11
A long standing tradition, the annual ACC Nursing Home Fundraiser will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Elks Lodge, 6446 Riverside Boulevard in Sacramento. In recognition of long-standing community support, this year’s honorees will be four volunteers that have given unselfishly of their time: Alfred “Al” Kakashiba who took charge of restoring the grounds and landscaping of the home; Bernice Ouye (a 23-year volunteer) who has brought Japanese movies to the home each week for residents to enjoy; Tom “Tommy” Chan and Paul Quong who have been volunteer photographers for ACC and the Nursing Home for over 20 years—expertly chronicling events for posterity. Tickets will be $60 if purchased before Sept. 10, and $75 if purchased at the door. Tickets are available through ACC offices at (916) 394-6399 (Ext. 141) or (916) 393-9026. They are also available through the ACC Nursing Home by calling (916) 393-9020 (Ext. 243).

Saturday, Sept. 11
Midori Kai, Inc., a non-profit professional business women’s organization, will host its 10th annual Midori Kai Boutique on Saturday, Sept. 11, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mountain View Buddhist Temple Gym, 575 N. Shoreline Boulevard in Mountain View. Over 80 vendors will showcase unique Asian arts and crafts, jewelry, clothes, pottery, and food items. For more information, contact Phyllis Osaki at (925) 596-1770 or Marsha Baird at (510) 579-1518.

Saturday, Sept. 11
A long standing tradition, the annual ACC Nursing Home Fundraiser will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Elks Lodge, 6446 Riverside Boulevard in Sacramento. In recognition of long-standing community support, this year’s honorees will be four volunteers that have given unselfishly of their time: Alfred “Al” Kakashiba who took charge of restoring the grounds and landscaping of the home; Bernice Ouye (a 23-year volunteer) who has brought Japanese movies to the home each week for residents to enjoy; Tom “Tommy” Chan and Paul Quong who have been volunteer photographers for ACC and the Nursing Home for over 20 years—expertly chronicling events for posterity. Tickets will be $60 if purchased before Sept. 10, and $75 if purchased at the door. Tickets are available through ACC offices at (916) 394-6399 (Ext. 141) or (916) 393-9026. They are also available through the ACC Nursing Home by calling (916) 393-9020 (Ext. 243).

Sunday, Sept. 12
It is time for Kimono Day! Come in Kimono and have fun in shopping and dining at Japan town with discount coupon. This time, there will be a tea ceremony in addition to our regular Japanese dance and music performances. Come to the 1st floor at Kinokuniya building at San Francisco's Japantown to see the performances and receive coupon. Starts at 10 a.m. There are n o special rules. All you do is to put a beautiful kimono of yours (or ours to those who rent) and have a good time in Japantown. So, just come join us! We welcome persons who would like to enjoy themselves in kimono. We help you put on a kimono if you don’t know how to ($45/person). You can select a kimono from a wide range of our kimono collection (from $30/kimono). For both kimono rental and help of putting on a kimono, you get up to 20% off. We have kimonos available for men as well.

Saturday, Sept. 18
Wesley United Methodist Church’s 78th annual Aki Matsuri (Fall Festival) from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s an old fashioned church bazaar right in the heart of San Jose’s Japantown at 566 N. 5th St with plenty of parking on 6th Street. This Japanese American Christian church has been a presence for over 114 years, and for 78 of them, has brought its unique cultural flavor to the neighborhood, the outlying community and to the city of San Jose. For further information, visit the website: www.wesleysj.net, call the church office at (408) 295-0367, or e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Saturday, Sept. 18
Japanese American Services of the East Bay (JASEB) has announced the start of a Saturday morning series of events including book readings, lectures and panel discussions on a variety of interesting and timely topics. For the first event of the series, JASEB has invited Elaine Elinson and Stan Yogi to read from and discuss their award-winning book, “Wherever There’s a Fight: How Runaway Slaves, Suffragists, Immigrants, Strikers and Poets Shaped Civil Liberties in California.” This is the first-ever account of the struggle to develop and protect freedom and equality in the Golden State, from the Gold Rush up to the post-9/11 era. The book tells the stories of brave individuals such as Fred Korematsu, who stood up for their rights in the face of adversity. This event will be held beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Buena Vista United Methodist Church, 2311 Buena Vista Ave. Alameda. The event is supported by the law firm of Minami Tamaki LLP and the Berkeley JACL. For further information on these events, visit the “Sansei” section on the website, or call the JASEB office at (510) 848-3560, or send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Saturday, Sept. 25
The Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California is hosting its annual event, “Tabemasho II” (Let’s Eat!), at the JCCCNC, 1840 Sutter St. in San Francisco Japantown. This year’s event is dedicated to the Issei, Nisei, Sansei, Yonsei and future generations.  As part of this year’s annual event, the JCCCNC invites you to participate in the Kuishinbo Cooking Contest. Enter a favorite dish that represents something that has been enjoyed by you and your family over the years. There are five food entry categories: Tsukemono, rice, Hawaiian-inspired, chicken, and dessert. To enter or for more information, contact Donna Kotake at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , Ted Yamasaki at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Ruby Hata at (415) 567-5505.

Sunday, Sept. 26
Nihonmachi Outreach Committee (NOC) is screening the new documentary “Valor with Honor” at 2 p.m. at Yu-Ai Kai Senior Center, 588 N. 4th St. (near Jackson) in San Jose Japantown. Directed by Burt Takeuchi, the film features interviews with Nisei veterans of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, a segregated U.S. Army unit composed of Japanese Americans led by white officers. This small unit of 3,500 men in the field was awarded the most decorations for its size and length of service in the history of the Army.To RSVP, contact Reiko at (408) 396-9402. Seating is limited.

Sunday, Sept. 26
The ninth Annual Nikkei Walk, sponsored by JASEB will be held. Tentative plans are to have the walk at the Richmond Marina as in previous years, but other locations are being explored said Kimberlee Weller, administrator at JASEB. The walk offers a unique opportunity to raise funds for participants’ organizations as well as for JASEB. Each church, organization, local business, student sports team, student club or youth group that teams up to raise at least $100 in pledges will split the pledge proceeds with JASEB, 40/60. Forms will be available at www.jaseb.org in August. For more information, contact Kimberlee at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (510) 848-3560.

Saturday, Oct. 2
The Spirit of Japantown Festival Committee invites you to participate in this multi-ethnic festival featuring entertainment, a myriad of vendors, car exhibition, demonstrations and food throughout 8 city blocks surrounding San Jose’s historic Japantown. Last year’s festival attracted over 10,000 visitors and attendance is expected to increase exponentially due to its huge success. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 2
The Buchanan YMCA will be hosting its very last “Sentimental Journey, Super Oldies” dance party from 6 to 11 p.m. The YMCA is located at 1530 Buchanan St. off Geary between Laguna and Webster.Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at the door. Three-hour validation for the Japan Center Garage on the other side of Geary is available. There will be a silent auction and raffle from 6 to 8 p.m. For more information on the event, contact Rodney Chin or Estella Ramit at the Buchanan YMCA, (415) 931-9622. For information on the Buchanan YMCA, visit www.ymcasf.org/buchanan.

Wednesday, Oct. 6
The Walnut Grove Buddhist Church Sonenkai (Men’s Club) is hosting its first golf tournament fundraiser to send Roy Mayhugh, the church’s minister’s assistant, to Kyoto, Japan for additional ministerial training and ordination. The tournament will be held at the upscale Yocha Dehe Golf Club at the Cache Creek Casino Resort. The golf course is one of the premiere golf courses in Northern California. The format is a 4-man best ball scramble with registration starting at 8 a.m. Entry fees start at $125 and sponsorship packages are available starting at $175. Hotel accommodations start at $160/night. To reserve a room, call the casino/hotel at (888) 772-2243. Entry forms are available for download at the church’s website, www.walnutgrovebc.org

Saturday, Oct. 9
The Mountain View Buddhist Temple Adult Buddhist Association (ABA) will be sponsoring an “Oldies” dance from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. in the Sangha Hall at 575 N. Shoreline Blvd. in Mountain View. “Keep on Dancin’!” is a follow-up to last year’s highly successful “Reunited.” Featured will be the return of “Somethin’ Else,” one of the most popular Asian bands of the late 60’s and early 70’s. They captured the spirit of the dances from days gone by with their renditions of music from that era, keeping dance floor lively all evening. Attendees must be ages 21 and over. Registration and fee is not available at the moment. Please go to http://sites.google.com/site/abadance for more information about “Keep on Dancin’!

Saturday, Oct. 9
Japanese American Services of the East Bay (JASEB) has announced the start of a Saturday morning series of events including book readings, lectures and panel discussions on a variety of interesting and timely topics. The second event of the series, JASEB will present a panel entitled “Sansei! Are You Prepared to Live to 100?” With increasing longevity, many Sansei, Yonsei, Nisei and Shin-Issei (post-World War II transplants) will live to be 100 years old. How do we prepare for 100 years of life? What does the future hold for us? Will 100 be the new 90? Panelists will include experts in the fields of gerontology, medicine, financial planning, legal/estate planning, and housing. This event, which is supported by Union Bank, will be held at 9 a.m. at Buena Vista United Methodist Church. For further information on these events, visit the “Sansei” section on the website, or call the JASEB office at (510) 848-3560, or send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Sunday, Oct. 10
The San Mateo Buddhist Temple will be celebrating its 100th Anniversary. The theme for the year long celebration is: “In Gratitude 1910-2010.” More details to follow.

Saturday, Oct. 16
The grand opening of the Japanese American Museum of San Jose, originally scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 28, has been postponed until October, announced Aggie Idemoto, board president of JAMsj. The new schedule is as follows: Saturday, Oct. 16, from 1 to 3 p.m.: The much anticipated grand opening ceremony will be paired with a party celebrating JAMsj curator and co-founder Jimi Yamaichi’s 88th birthday. Sunday, Oct. 17, from 1 to 3 p.m.: Family Day celebration featuring workshops and entertainment for children and adults, followed by an open house at the new museum. Details to follow. The delay has also changed the dates of the docent training sessions, which are now set for Sept. 25 and 30. The all-new museum will be a major attraction in San Jose’s historic Japantown, featuring 6,400 square feet of interior space, thus allowing JAMsj to significantly expand its exhibits and community events. It occupies the site of the old museum on 5th Street and an adjacent lot. For more information, visit www.jamsj.org.

Saturday, Oct. 16
The 33rd Annual Crafty Foxes Holiday Boutique will be held at Saratoga Community Center, 19655 Allendale Ave., Saratoga, (near West Valley College), from 9 a.m.to 5 p.m. Featuring 60 vendors selling Asian clothing and crafts, pottery, jewelry, candles, holiday gifts and decorations and many one of a kind items.

Saturday, Nov. 13
Japanese American Services of the East Bay (JASEB) has announced the start of a Saturday morning series of events including book readings, lectures and panel discussions on a variety of interesting and timely topics. For Part 3, the topic will be “When to Stop Driving or How to Take the Keys Away.” The discussion will include issues of safety, cost and independence. The aging process affects everyone differently; but ultimately a time does come for every senior to give up driving. Some seniors recognize that it is time, while others do not recognize it or refuse to stop driving despite increased dangers. How can loved ones help seniors make the right decision about their driving capability? Learn more from both an expert and from community members who have had to deal with this topic. This event will be held at 9:30 a.m. at Buena Vista United Methodist Church. Subsequent lectures and panels in this series will be held in 2011. Topics under consideration include: a review of the various housing options available to seniors today; challenges and concerns in family caregiving; mental health issues, a silent problem affecting in the Nikkei community; and technology for seniors. For further information on these events, visit the “Sansei” section on the website, or call the JASEB office at (510) 848-3560, or send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .