Don’t miss “Mary & the Witch’s Flower” on June 8 at 10 a.m. and “Pokemon Detective Pikachu” on June 29 at 10 a.m. Pick up free tickets that day at box office at the Loft Cinema at 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
Loft Kids Fest runs from May 31 to June 30, with nine other free films for children and their adult friends:
Retired UA East Asian Studies professor Min Yanagihashi has just published another book, “Japan’s Intractable Problems & American Involvement.” Min is Nisei from Honolulu, Hawaii.
“Over seventy-five years have passed without any changes in the Japanese Constitution. A similar length of time has elapsed without the resolving of small island disputes with three of Japan’s neighbors. The United States is involved in all of these protracted issues. The two sets of problems are: (1) revision of the status of the emperor and Article 9 with its war renunciation clause, and (2) island disputes with Russia, South Korea, and China. Individuals and organizations engaged the planning, formulation, and implementation of policies are discussed, including the prospects for change. The resolution of these problems will go a long way in determining the nature of the move and the direction Japan takes, and what role it will play in the global community.” (from Amazon.com). Book is available on Amazon.com, at Barnes & Noble & Walmart.
“Experience the Flower Moon with a captivating nocturnal journey through Yume Japanese Gardens, a unique event designed to showcase the garden’s beauty under the moonlight.
This special occasion invites you to embrace the serene world of haiku poetry, on the theme of ‘Moonlit Blooms’, offering a creative outlet to express the wonders of spring, from the vibrant blossoms to the tranquil night. As you wander the paths, discover the perfect harmony between nature’s nighttime spectacle and poetic inspiration. Celebrate the season in an extraordinary setting, where the magic of the Flower Moon illuminates every corner, creating a backdrop ideal for poetic expression and personal reflection. Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars, where the essence of spring and the art of haiku converge, leaving you with lasting memories of beauty and creativity.
This event will be led by award-winning poet, Kenneth Pearson. Kenneth is the digital librarian for The Haiku Foundation and the author of five collections of poetry, including two collections of haiku. He resides in Vail, AZ.”
Date/Time:
Thursday, May 23, 2024
7:30pm – 9pm
Tickets:
$20 General/$10 Members
Space is limited. Please reserve your spot!Purchase Tickets
More info at https://www.facebook.com/TucsonBonsaiSociety/
SAJCC Council members/Volunteers Miki Pimienta will teach origami and Carolyn Classen will teach the Japanese card game of hanafuda.
Suzuyuki Kai traditional Japanese dancers will perform at 3 p.m.
Taiko drumming by Odaiko Sonora at 4:05 p.m.
AANHPI stands for Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander, for what has been historically the Asian American Pacific Islander heritage month of May.
Schedule for festival from www.tucsonchinese.org:
1:00 PM Chinese Lion Dance
1:15 PM Welcome Speech + Tucson Chinese Dance
1:20 PM Sound of Thunder Korean Drum and Dance
1:35 PM Intermission
2:00 PM Indian Society of Southern Arizona
2:15 PM Siva Maia Polynesian Dancers
2:40 PM Intermission
3:00 PM Traditional Japanese Dance
3:15 PM The Philippine Mabuhay Cultural Foundation of Tucson
3:40 PM Intermission
4:00 PM Tucson Sino Dance
4:05 PM Japanese Drums
4:20 PM Halau Hula O Ualani (Hawaiian Dance)
4:40 PM Closing