Orders for Limited Food Item Open Until 5pm Today!
You still have a chance to enjoy 2021 Holiday Delight Futomaki rolls, Inarizushi and fresh baked cookies but you have to place your orders by 5pm TODAY!
Click HERE to place your order for food, raffle tickets* and to donate!
*Raffle Tickets sales close at 7pm Friday, Nov. 12th
Food pick-up is at JASC, 4427 N. Clark Street, Sat. Nov. 13th between 2:00-5:00pm
Volunteers needed
We can use a few more volunteers to help on November 13th between 2–5pm. Please either call 773-275-0097 or email us at jascinfo@jasc-chicago.org.
A Call for Cookies!
If you’re a baker, we need your help in making cookies for Holiday Delight. Cookies can be dropped off at JASC on Friday, November 12th so we can prep them for pickup the next day. If you’re willing to share your time, energy, and baking skills with us, please fill out this form, call 773-275-0097 or email jascinfo@jasc-chicago.org.
Thank you for your support!
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JASC is Hiring!
We are seeking an individual to manage JASC community programming and special events. Click HERE for our Program & Special Events Manager job description. For inquiries and to apply, please send your cover letter & resume to jascinfo@jasc-chicago.org.
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Japanese Conversation Table - Thursday, November 11, 2021
JASC 日本語でお話会
開催日:毎月第2木曜日
開催時間:午後2:00から3:30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。)
コロナ・パンデミックで過去1年以上ズームで続けてきた日本語のお話会ですが、州や市の拘束解除に伴って、今までどおりJASCで 開催できることになりました。
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電話:773-275-0097内線226, までご連絡ください。
Date: Monthly, 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Cost: $5 per person, per session
For native-level Japanese speakers to connect and socialize with others. Please note that this is not a Japanese language class.
Following the Covid-19 guidelines for the city and state, we are now resuming in-person gatherings at JASC for our Conversation Table.
JASC's Conversation Table welcomes everyone to share their experiences, ideas, and stories through social interaction, and also an opportunity to expand their social networks with others in the local community.
If you would like to participate, please contact Kay Kawaguchi at classes@jasc-chicago.org or please call and leave a message to Kay Kawaguchi to RSVP 773-275-0097 x 226.
JASC is located at 4427 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL
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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, please contact:
June Yamasaki, june.yamasaki@gmail.com
Our meeting dates for 2021 are as follows:
November 20
December 18
Please note, masks are required in all public areas of JASC.
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2022 Winter session starts January 17, 2022
The Donguri 2022 Winter session starts from the week of January 17, 2022. The Winter session goes on for 10 weeks.
The winter registration will open in December. Please check the JASC Donguri Kai page for more information.
2022 Session Schedule:
Registration open: December 1, 2021
Registration close: January 17, 2022
Winter (10wks):
January 17, 2022 – March 28, 2022
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Talk Stories: An Asian American/Asian Diaspora Storytelling
Date: December 1st
Time: 7-8:30pm
Location: Virtual Space (Zoom link will be sent after ticket purchase)
Ticketing (two links):
I. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/talk-stories-asian-americanasian-diaspora-storytelling-tickets-197645913247
II. https://bit.ly/talkstories
$5 per ticket. Proceeds go to performers, production costs, and co-sponsoring organizations.
Help celebrate another wonderful year for Talk Stories in storytelling and community building. Talk Stories was created with the idea everyone has stories to tell, and everyone should have the opportunity to share. This event, with a lineup from around the globe, is particularly urgent as we face multiple national and global crises, including the exacerbation of anti-Asian racism under the global pandemic.
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HELP MIDWEST BUDDHIST TEMPLE FILL THE GAP!
MBT has launched an important fundraising campaign FILL THE GAP. On their website, MBT will share information about how they have been coping with the pandemic. While the long-term financial state of MBT remains strong - we never-the- less have a "gap' in our near-term budgets. Their message is simple:
Ginza Holiday represents 1/3 of our annual operating budget
BUT we've had to cancel Ginza in both 2020 and 2021!
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Chicago Japanese American Council (CJAC) Events Calendar
Stay up to date on Chicago Japanese and Japanese American community events! This calendar will be a central place where people can see events by CJAC member organizations, and other Japanese and Japanese American community and cultural events. Visit the calendar at bit.ly/ChicagoJJACalendar
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TRI-C is looking for some help!
Part-Time Administrative Assistant
Job Summary: The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for Church Office tasks which include preparing the Weekly Sunday Bulletin, mail, phone, Email, correspondence, maintain records, documents, Calendar, Passage (newsletter), mailings, ordering office supplies, special service and events, etc. Will work with Pastor, Church leadership and volunteers.
Availability: Hours will vary, 5-7 hours weekly with hybrid home and office, as needed
Required skills:
- Good communication skills
- Proficient computer skills
- Self-directed
Interested persons can email: christchurchchicago@gmail.com
Christ Church of Chicago is an Opening and Affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ. 6047 N Rockwell, Chicago
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Okaeri 2021 Virtual Conference
November 12-14th online
Our friends over at Okaeri LA are bringing their biannual conference to the virtual space this year! With 24 workshops and a guest appearance from Gia Gunn, Okaeri LA’s mission is to create visibility, compassionate spaces, and transformation for LGBTQ+ Nikkei and our families by sharing personal stories and providing culturally-rooted support, education, community-building and advocacy. Three workshops will be held in Japanese. The registration link is available at: https://www.okaeri-losangeles.org/conference We hope to see you there!
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2021 Bridge Dance Festival
Curated By Yoshinojo Fujima
Friday, November 12-Saturday, November 13, 2021 | 7:00 PM
Streaming Event from Links Hall
Nov 12 Tickets
Nov 13 Tickets
Identity, aesthetics, and expression. Bridge Dance Festival Curator Fujima Yoshinojo (Rika Lin) invites dancers who manifest a connection to their Asian heritage. This year, the artists present digital pieces reflecting on their journey through the pandemic; as we exist in nature’s world, there is a reaction and a response.
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The artists of the
2021 Bridge Dance Festival include:
The Yuko Takahashi Dance Company (Sendai, Japan)
Marina Fukushima
(San Francisco, CA)
Ray Nakazawa
(Tsu City, Japan)
Pranita Nayar and Ashwaty Chennat
(Chicago, IL)
The individual is in a continuous flux. The fluid, dynamic state of being that is shaped by variable experiences within the environment is surrounded by culture and aesthetics. This is presented in a visible, observable release and transference known as “dance.” The Bridge…is the individual.
Youtube Livestream Link will be sent with Ticket Receipt.
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"Trans-figure-ation"
Performance
and Panel Discussion
Presented by The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) and Asian Improv aRts Midwest
Sunday, November 14, 2021 | 7:00 PM
Streaming Exclusively on
STREAM.AIRMW.ORG
Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events and Asian Improv aRts Midwest presents, “Trans-figure-action,” a world premiere performance featuring Grandmaster Fujima Shunojo’s exploration of gender presentation within Japanese Classical Dance. “Trans-figure-ation” will feature a new choreography based on the love-suicide play Umegawa Chubei written by Chikamatsu Monzaemon.
This performance is in special collaboration with ozashiki shamisen master Toyoaki Sanjuro and Grandmaster Fujima Yoshinojo. Streamed from High Concept Labs.
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The MIYUMI Project at
Hey Nonny in Arlington Heights
Wednesday, November 17, 2021 | 7:30 PM CT
$30 Premier Seat | $20 Cabaret Seat | $15 GA Seated | $12 GA Standing
*All tickets have additional processing fees.
Tickets Available
The MIYUMI Project will be performing live in Arlington Heights! Grab your tickets today to see the current roster of Tatsu Aoki’s MIYUMI Project including creative musicians Mwata Bowden, Coco Elysses, Edward Wilkerson Jr., Jamie Kempkers, and Kioto Aoki.
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26th Annual Chicago Asian American Jazz Festival
November 18-19, 2021 | 7:00 PM
Free Admission | Masks Required
Zhou B Art Center
1029 W. 35th Street,
Chicago, IL 60609
This year, Asian Improv aRts Midwest, in partnership with the Zhou B Art Center, presents Asian American artists and their collaborators as they explore improvisational happenings. The free 2 day festival includes performances by The MIYUMI Project, a new album release performance from Jeff Chan Perspectives Trio, Gary Tu plus Three, and the Mai Sugimoto Trio. Visit aajazz.org for more information and full artist bios.
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TAIKO LEGACY 18
Sunday, December 19, 2021 | 2:00 PM
In-person concert returning to the
Edlis Neeson Theater at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
220 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
TICKETS ON SALE
Tsukasa Taiko celebrates the 18th anniversary of Taiko Legacy concert from the Edlis Neeson Theater at Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. Return to an in-person program, this year's presentation features the youth and adult community members alongside National Gintenkai Project performers and Chicago creative musicians.
Taiko Legacy and Reduction are programs of and is supported in part by The Illinois Arts Council Agency, The MacArthur Funds for Culture, Equity, and the Arts at the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation, the Alphawood Foundation, JCCC Foundation, Gaylord & Dorothy Donnelley Foundation, The City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), The Joyce Foundation, and National Endowment for the Arts.
*Per Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago safety protocols, all guests attending Edlis Neeson Theater must be masked when indoors.
All attendees age 12 and older are required to show proof of full vaccination and ID prior to attending a performance and/or event in the MCA’s Edlis Neeson Theater. Unvaccinated children under 12 must be accompanied by a vaccinated adult. Masks are required for all visitors and staff. Performances and events will be made available virtually for those who cannot display proof of vaccination. For more information, please visit MCA safety page.
Follow us on Instagram @AIRMW for all the latest news about Tsukasa Taiko!
http://www.taikolegacy.com |
For any inquiries, contact us at tsukasataiko@gmail.com
Tsukasa Taiko and Shubukai are programs of Asian Improv aRts Midwest and is supported in part by The Illinois Arts Council Agency, The MacArthur Funds for Culture, Equity, and the Arts at the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation, the Alphawood Foundation, JCCC Foundation, Gaylord & Dorothy Donnelley Foundation, The City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) and The Joyce Foundation.
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JASC WISHLIST
- NEW or used Apple Ipad
- Letter Size (8 1/2 x 11) Copy Paper
- "Dollar" gift items for Adult Day Service games & activities
- Staples, Amazon, or Target gift cards
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Amazon Wishlist (be sure to use smile.amazon.com!)
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