Gary Locke and the Progressive APA Dilemma
When I found out that Gary Locke was nominated to be Secretary of Commerce, I felt a weird sensation wash over me. With every APA blog post, every APIAA organization press release, and every APA podcast singing praises upon the Governor, my heart sunk. The reality is that I may be the only one in […]
Sneak Preview of Nakayoshi’s Official Website
Nakayoshi is finally expanding our online presence and working diligently on launching https://nakayoshi.org/ on April 1st, 2009! Bringing Nakayoshi Member Misono Yokoyama Allen onboard as our very own Webmaster, she is working diligently on building a website that is informative and resourceful for Young Professionals interested in being part of Nakayoshi. Make sure to check […]
Join Nakayoshi for "Tokyo Sonata"
Buy your tickets now to see the San Francisco premiere of Tokyo Sonata with Nakayoshi on Friday, March 13th at 6:45 pm at the Sundance Kabuki Theaters! The director Kiyoshi Kurosawa himself will be at the screening to answer any questions and for a discussion on the film. Tickets to most San Francisco International Asian […]
REEL NIKKEI STORIES Workshop February 21, 2009 11:30am – 2:30pm JCCCNC (1840 Sutter Street, SF) FREE and open to the public! http://www.jcccnc.org/programs/special.htm REEL NIKKEI STORIES is designed to engage young people to take an active role and empower them with the confidence, training and tools to interview, video document and share the untold stories of […]
Volunteer with Nakayoshi at the SF International Asian American Film Festival!
Come volunteer with Nakayoshi at the San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival (SFIAAFF)! Benefits include: Vouchers for festival screenings Meeting film industry professionals and fellow film enthusiasts Official Festival T-shirt Volunteer Appreciation Party Working off parking or traffic tickets incurred at various cities throughout the Bay Area through Project 20 Hanging out with your […]
February Social Event
Nakayoshi Ski Trip Friday, February 27- Sunday, March 1 SKI TRIP 4 CHEAP! Join Nakayoshi for the social event of the snow season! Cruise the bunny slopes, practice your 360s, or (if your skill level is anything like mine) get cozy at the lodge with a mug of hot cocoa and throw snowballs at the […]
Fundraising Opportunity for Nakayoshi
How would you like to raise money for Nakayoshi and strengthen the communication network of the JA community at the same time? The Nichi Bei Times is currently offering community organizations (this means us!) the opportunity to earn a little scratch with a new subscriber promotion. It’s pretty simple. Ask your folks, your aunties and […]
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Couldn’t say it any better than Jay Smooth, watching this video blog put a giant smile on my face. Definitely check him out if you haven’t already, you’re missin out! A fellow Nakayoshi member came across this clip on Hyphen’s Blog, and I couldn’t help but share.
Hope Paves the Way
Hours away from the Inauguration of President Barack Obama, I can hardly fall asleep as the excitement and historical significance of the day keeps me from closing my eyes. My television has been set on CNN for the past few hours and I can’t help but feel the overwhelming sense of hope and excitement that […]
New Year’s Resolutions
Happy 2009! It’s that time of year to make resolutions for the new year, and you’re not the only one who’s been making a list of goals to accomplish! Already up and running for 2009, Nakayoshi has been going full speed ahead, ringing in the new year with old traditions and chillin’ out with old […]