The Keiro Kai is still ON! The National Weather Service website reads “Scattered showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly thunderstorms after 5 pm…Otherwise cloudy, then mostly becoming sunny, with a high near 79. Chance of precipitation is 60%.” See their website here: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?textField1=39.022959&textField2=-77.19925
We look forward to seeing you soon!
September 9, 2023 9:51 PM Given the uncertain weather forecast for September 10, we would like you to know we are monitoring the weather for thunderstorms and lightning in Potomac. The plan for Keiro Kai is to hold the lunch rain or shine since we are in a shelter that covers the picnic tables. At this time, we are moving forward with the Keiro Kai lunch. However, should things change, in the case of lightning and thunder, we will need to cancel. Please watch your email and here on our website for notifications. You can call Julie Abo at (402) 617-6483 if you have any questions or concerns.
With gratitude,
The JACL DC Keiro Kai Committee and Board
“It’s not a commemoration, it’s a continuation!”-National Action Network
“Dear Son,” [my mother] wrote to me. “I went through the war years, the relocation camp, with the loss of almost every civil right. … We MUST take our place in this peaceful demonstration with over 100 other organizations because we are a visible minority and our participation would be meaningful. … I will stand up and be counted, too. I hope you will be at my side.”
How could I say no?
JACL Member and leader Todd Endo, in an interview by AARP August 15, 2023
Dear JACL DC Chapter Friends,
JACL is proud to be a community partner for the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington, “It’s not a Commemoration, It’s a Continuation!” We were there in 1963, 2103 and we are here today! Todd Endo, who was there in 1963, and his family will be joining us for the pre-program (8:00 to 9:30ish). David Inoue will be speaking between 8:30 and 9:00 am. We hope you, too, will join us tomorrow! For JACL meet up location and details, email: jaclwdc@gmail.com. To sign up for AANHPI meet up updates, register here.
60th Anniversary of the March on Washington TIMELINE OF EVENTS
Saturday, August 26
7:00 AM – Gathering at the Lincoln Memorial
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Program at the Lincoln Memorial
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM March from the Lincoln Memorial to the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial (Approx. .5 mi.)
Instructions will be announced at the program’s close when it’s time to line up to March.
The programs will have elements of performances, interfaith ecumenical prayer service with national clergy, and program speakers from civil rights, voting rights, gun violence, labor, youth, and more.
For general information from the National Action Network organizers about the March, go HERE.
See you there!
The JACL (Japanese American Citizens League) DC Chapter is hosting our annual Keiro Kai and Family Day, where we honor and celebrate our senior members, on Sunday, September10 from 12:00 – 2:00 PM at the Cabin John Group Picnic Area, 7701 Tuckerman Lane, Potomac, Maryland 20854 (same location as last year). The Keiro Kai will be held rain or shine.
All are welcome to attend! There is no cost to JACL members. Non-members pre-pay $10 on Eventbrite or $20 at the door. For more information, RSVP or Buy tickets, go HERE.
DEADLINE FOR RSVP: Wednesday, September 6, 11:59pm ET.
If you would like to join JACL, please click HERE for membership information.
DONATE: If you would like to support JACL Chapter programs and events, please click HERE.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: If you would like to volunteer (serving food, set up/clean up, games for children, etc.), please email: jaclwdc@gmail.com, with “Keiro Kai volunteer” in the subject line. We appreciate your help!
| The Wallace H. Coulter Foundation is sponsoring a limited number of complimentary tickets to an upcoming screening of the new film, UNCONDITIONAL, July 14th at 4PM at the Eaton Workshop Cinema during the DC Asian Pacific American Film Festival in Washington, DC. Link to get tickets: here UNCONDITIONAL covers topics relevant to Mental Health, Military Caregivers, Women’s Health, and AAPI communities.DC Asian Pacific American Film was established to be the beacon of creative output of Asian and Asian American media arts through community outreach, social media platforms, collaborative efforts with other Asian Pacific American organizations, and a film festival. Seven years in the making, this is a first-of-its-kind film from award-winning filmmaker and journalist Richard Lui, on the topic affecting 100 million Americans – physical and mental health. This is Richard’s second film, following the award-winning film, Sky Blossom. Social Handles Instagram: @unconditionalthemovie Facebook: @Unconditional Movie Twitter: @beunconditional LinkedIn: @Unconditional Movie #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #mentalhealth #cancerwarrior #cancersurvivor #memorialday #memorialdayweekend #militaryappreciation #veterans #aapiheritagemonth #asianamerican #pacificislander #caregiving #caregiver #caregiverlife #seniorcitizen #womenshealth #womenshealthmatters #unconditional #unconditionalmovie #unconditionalthemovie#selfdiscovery #loveheals #moviepremiere |
In [ma]: the space between us, Mark H Rooney celebrates his 25 years as a taiko player, as well as all of the connections he’s made along the way. Joining him for this performance are some of his favorite long-term collaborators here in the DC area, all of whom are creative folx passionate about art, dance, music, & all niches in between.
Saturday, July 15 @ 8:00pm
Sunday, July 16 @ 8:00pm
Dance Exchange Performance Lab
7117 Maple Ave, Takoma Park, MD
$35 Premium Seating
$25 Standard Seating
To learn more and register, please click the following link:
[ma]: the space between us
We, at JACL DC, are deeply concerned about yesterday’s ruling of the Supreme Court that abolishes consideration of race as one of the many factors in equitable practices for admissions of highly qualified applicants for programs at Harvard University and the University of North Carolina. This ruling will have far-reaching negative impacts on access to higher education for all for decades to come. We concur with JACL National’s released statement and encourage all to examine the intent and effect of every step of this case and those to come.
To read JACL National’s full statement on the decision, please click HERE.
The Smithsonian Folklife Festival is an annual exposition of living cultural heritage on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Since 1967, the Smithsonian Folklife Festival has welcomed participants and visitors from across the United States and around the world to the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
Schedule and General Information about the Festival:
Obon Festival Dances with Seabrook Minyo Dance Group (Block 1):
https://festival.si.edu/schedule?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D167482466
Making Place: The Japanese American Buddhist Community in New Jersey:
https://festival.si.edu/schedule?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D167482520
Obon Festival Dances with Seabrook Minyo Dance Group (Block 2):
https://festival.si.edu/schedule?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D167482467
Dharma and Taiko: Drumming as Buddhist Practice:
https://festival.si.edu/schedule?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D167482494
JACL DC wishes you a peaceful and joyous Juneteenth this June 19th. There are a number of educational programs, exhibits, performances, and festivals in DC and around the area.
Please check here to get started: https://dcist.com/story/23/06/14/juneteenth-event-guide-dc-md-va-2023/.
To learn more about the history, check out the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture’s responses to “What is Juneteenth?” here: https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/what-juneteenth
On behalf of the JACL DC Chapter, we wish everyone a very happy belated Father’s Day this holiday weekend! We hold space in our hearts for those without a father to celebrate or recognize this weekend. Our hearts are with each and every one of you, and we hope you use this weekend as you see best fit.
JACL DC 