Tsuru for Solidarity — Kintsugi 2024: Healing and Repair of Japanese American Community Trauma from WWII
October 3-6, 2024 (Starting at 1pm on October 3rd, ending by 1pm on October 6th)
Japanese American National Museum & DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
A first of its kind gathering for Japanese Americans focused on intergenerational trauma and repair. As a metaphor of the precious celadon bowl, fractured and repaired, and thus, more treasured than ever, this gathering for Japanese Americans is focused on understanding our community trauma and exploring healing practices now and for the future. The program will take place in historic Little Tokyo, Los Angeles and will feature speakers, workshops, and restorative practices. Participants will also have ample time in intentional discussion and reflection groups to process their experiences. Over the course of four days, participants will learn more about what intergenerational trauma is, and how Nikkei have understood and responded to intergenerational trauma. We will engage in practices of repair and see solidarity action as one of those practices. As a means of further strengthening our community we will also learn from other communities engaged in reparative work. Registration information: https://tsuruforsolidarity.org/current-campaigns/kintsugi/
Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church: Annual Bazaar
Saturday, October 5, 11am – 6pm / Take-out Only (Limited Seating)
3001 – 24th Avenue South, Seattle WA 98144
All are welcome to Blaine’s annual fundraiser dinner! Choose from a menu of BBQ Salmon, Vegetarian Yakisoba, Curry, Pie, BBQ Chicken, and Sumo Dogs. Also enjoy a Farmer’s Market, Bake Sale, and Ohagi! A portion of the proceeds will benefit Mission Guatemala. Pre-order your favorite foods here: https://blaineevents.square.site/
2024 SCIDpda Annual Fundraiser: Preserving Legacy, Block by Block
Friday, October 11, 5:30 – 7:30pm
Washington Hall, 153 14th Ave Seattle, WA 98122
Formed by the community in 1975, SCIDpda is a community development organization and steward of the Chinatown International District (CID). This work includes providing affordable housing for low-income residents, support to small businesses, and community-minded real estate development that increases the availability of much-needed housing and resources for communities in our area. This year’s fundraiser honors the small businesses that give this neighborhood its vibrant identity. By attending the 2024 SCIDpda Annual Fundraiser, you can support their mission and contribute to the economic growth of small businesses. Emcee is Aleksa Manila. “Together, we can preserve the CID’s legacy, block by block.”
Register: https://scidpda.cheerfulgiving.com/e/2024-scidpda-annual-fundraiser-event?tab=tickets
ACRS Benefit Gala
Saturday, October 12, 5:00pm – 8:30pm
Hyatt Regency Bellevue on Seattle’s Eastside
900 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA 98004
Join ACRS’s first-ever live concert gala, celebrating the intersection of music and social justice with the theme: “Our Voice Changes the Future.” Participate in an exciting night of live music with MC, artist and activist Daniel Pak and storytelling, highlighting the mobilizers for social justice across generations and spheres of society. Hear inspiring stories by youth and experience the words and sounds of change, healing, and empowerment within our communities. Come together in community while raising funds for ACRS programs and services that support more than 35,000 individuals and families each year. Help transform the lives of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders, immigrants, refugees, and other communities facing disparities. Registration and tickets: https://acrs.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/ACRSGala2024/tabid/1497890/Default.aspx
Reparations: Building Solidarity and Community
Seattle JACL Film Showing and Panel Discussion with Filmmaker Jon Osaki
Wednesday, October 30, 6:00pm
Seattle Central College, 1701 Broadway / Room 1110, Seattle
The 30-minute documentary from Jon Osaki, Reparations, explores the four-century struggle to seek repair and atonement for slavery in the United States. Black and Asian Americans reflect on the legacy of slavery, the inequities that persists, and the critical role that solidarity between communities has in acknowledging and addressing systemic racism in America. This story is told by Black and Asian Americans who believe that our collective liberation can only be achieved by standing with one another. Reparations seeks to raise awareness of the Black reparations struggle and how vital it is to healing this country. Watch the film and hear from filmmaker Jon Osaki and a panel of local activists working on Black Reparations. Co-sponsored by Seattle Central College AANAPISI Center and Tsuru for Solidarity. Information: https://www.facebook.com/SeattleJACL/
InterIm CDA: Connecting with Community Dinner
Saturday, November 2, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Diamond Bay Restaurant, 409 8th Ave S, Seattle
For over 50 years, InterImCDA has promoted the stabilization and revitalization of Seattle’s International District for the benefit of its low income, minority, and elderly residents, and small businesses without gentrification and displacement. You are invited to join an intimate gathering of friends for an evening filled with stories, delicious food, and meaningful connections at the new Diamond Bay Restaurant right next to Uncle Bob’s Place and the new Bush Garden. Celebrate InterImCDA’s strong history of activism in the community. General Tickets: $150 (Early Bird: $125) / VIP Tickets: $200 (Early Bird: $175) Information and Tickets: https://interimcda.org/events/
Ayame Kai Holiday Market
Saturday, November 16, 10am – 2pm
Blaine Memorial UMC, 3001 – 24th Avenue South, Seattle WA 98144
Join Ayame Kai’s annual Holiday Market! This festive event features a wide array of vendors and artisans offering one-of-a-kind, handcrafted gifts, mouth-watering baked goods, unique Asian-inspired finds, and delightful local flavors. Whether you’re shopping for the perfect holiday present or indulging in Ayame Kai’s famous treats, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to support Keiro Northwest and local creators. Proceeds benefit Keiro Northwest’s culturally tailored eldercare services: Nikkei Manor assisted living and respite care and Kokoro Kai adult day program. To eventually be “cash free”, all major credit cards and Apple Pay are accepted and encouraged. Information: https://keironw.org/nikkei-manor/events/