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Reading and Discussion–Night in the American Village by Akemi Johnson

2020年01月25日

FREE Join Akemi Johnson as she reads from her debut book Night in the American Village, a beautifully written examination of the complex relationship between the women living near US military bases in Okinawa and the servicemen stationed there. Reading will be followed by a conversation with historian Lily Welty Tamai. Book signing to follow. This program is free in conjunction with the SoCal Museums Fre...

Discovering Your Japanese American Roots

2015年04月11日

Additional spaces added! In this popular workshop led by genealogy buff Chester Hashizume, participants identify their ancestral Japanese hometowns, uncover the meanings behind family crests and surnames, and more. $44 members, $55 non-members. Supplies and admission to Common Ground: The Heart of Community included. Limited to 20 participants.

LA Dodgers Japanese American Community Night & Fundraiser

2013年07月12日

Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Colorado Rockies Be a part of the largest Japanese American Community Night at Dodger Stadium and support your favorite community organization. Must purchase tickets in advance through the special online ordering page. For more information, visit janm.org/dodgers-night.

14th Annual Summer Festival on the Courtyard: Japanese American Olympics

2012年08月11日

FREE ADMISSION ALL DAY! London will host the Summer Olympics but JANM will host the JA Olympics. Join us for fun Japanese American games for the whole family! See schedule of events below or download the flyer (PDF)

Dark History: Santa Anita Park

2012年03月31日

Not a lot of people know that during World War II, Santa Anita Park housed approximately 20,000 Japanese Americans. Find out more about it from a short video produced by ESPN and some Japanese Americans that were there.

Meet Author Cynthia Kadohata

2007年11月15日

At the Glendale Public Library 222 East Harvard St., Glendale, CA 91205 FREE! Edgar Award-winning author Naomi Hirahara joins Newberry Award-winning author of Weedflower, Cynthia Kadohata, in conversation.

Target Free Family Saturdays - Family Folktales: Rabbits, Roosters, Monkeys, Oh My!

2006年10月14日

This summer the National Museum debuts four wonderful days created especially for families. Generously sponsored by Target, these special Saturdays are filled with fun activities giving families unique ways to learn, play, and grow together. Family Folktales: Rabbits, Roosters, Monkeys, Oh My! Throughout the ages, folktales have shined a light on magical worlds and mythical characters. Storytellers will share fo...

Night Readings

2003年05月15日

An enriched presentation of the literary arts in an informal atmosphere promoting the culturally diverse writing and performance community in Los Angeles.

Night Readings

2003年04月10日

An enriched presentation of the literary arts in an informal atmosphere promoting the culturally diverse writing and performance community in Los Angeles.

2003 New Year Family Celebration

2003年01月01日

Special Event Join us to welcome the New Year with family and friends Mochitsuki (Rice Cake Pounding) Performance and Demonstration Kodama Taiko will combine this age-old tradition of pounding mochi (sweet rice) with the sounds of taiko. Bring your friends and family to enjoy this uniquely energetic performance and taste the freshly pounded mochi. Koma Workshop In conjunction with the exhibition, Crafting Hi...