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  • "Music for Alice", by Allen Say

    Apr 03, 2004

    As a girl, Alice loved to dance, but the rhythms of her life offered little opportunity for a foxtrot, let alone a waltz. World War II erupted soon after she was married. Alice and her husband, along with many other Japanese Americans, were forced to leave their home and report to assembly centers around the country. Undaunted, they learned to make the most of every circumstance, from their stall in the old stocky...

  • Fresh Words & Actions: Asian American Comedy Showcase

    Apr 01, 2004

    Celebrate April Fools' Day with a showcase of Asian American comedians. Eight emerging comedians will have you laughing 'til it hurts. Special guest emcee, funnyman Rodney Kageyama.

  • Craft Class with Ryosen Shibata: Sakura Pop-up Cards

    Mar 27, 2004

    Celebrate spring with creative pop-up cards. Class fees are $5 for National Museum members and $11 for non-members, includes Museum admission and supplies.

  • James Toya Cymbidium Showcase

    Mar 14, 2004

    All programs are free with Museum admission. Advance reservations are required. Please call 213.625.0414 ext. 2249 for reservations. 11:00 AM - A slide show presentation will recount the contributions to hybridization made by James Toya. / Make corsages using cymbidiums. / Potting demonstration using cymbidium hybrids. 1:00 PM - Learn how to plant and care for cymbidiums from the experts. / Make corsages usin...

  • James Toya Cymbidium Showcase

    Mar 13, 2004

    10:30 AM - A slide show presentation will recount the contributions to hybridization made by James Toya and a history of Japanese American cymbidium enthusiasts. The presentation will include music from the South Bay Youth Chamber Orchestra. 1:00 PM - Sumi-e orchids with Ryosen Shibata - Ikebana presentation by Mrs. Saneto - Learn how to plant and care for cymbidiums from the experts All programs are ...

  • James Toya Cymbidium Showcase

    Mar 12, 2004

    The National Museum kicks off a weekend-long presentation featuring the contributions of nisei James Toya to the hybridization of cymbidiums, or orchids. Visitors can participate in workshops, view presentations, and meet cymbidium experts as they present more than 50 plants highlighting the work of Toya.

  • Taiko Jam Session with Hydaiko

    Mar 07, 2004

    Please refer to the January 11 calendar listing for further information.

  • 2004 Annual Dinner & Silent Auction—Excellence and Innovation

    Mar 05, 2004

    Excellence and Innovation: Celebrating Lifetime Achievements 2004 Annual Dinner & Silent Auction 5:30 p.m.: Reception 7 p.m.: Dinner At the Century Plaza Hotel & Spa, Los Angeles For more information, call 213.830.5631 or 213.830.5688. Silent Auction Catalog: Introduction Art Entertainment Luxury Sports Treasures Travel

  • Discovering Your Family Tree Workshop (Instructor: Chester Hashizume)

    Feb 29, 2004

    This workshop will provide tips on creating your own family tree and will offer sources of information to help identify ancestors and relatives in Japan. You will also learn to access your family tree in the National Museum's Family Registry. Class fees are $5 for National Museum members and $11 for non-members, includes Museum admission.

  • Craft Class with Ryosen Shibata: Hinamatsuri Origami Dolls

    Feb 29, 2004

    Part two of this popular craft class. Please refer to the February 14 calendar listing for further information.