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Events Archive
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![[ June 2, 2012; 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm. 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] When: Saturday, June 2nd, 2 pm--8 pm (Come late, leave early--you don't have to stay the entire time!)
Where: Duets 48 (304 E 48th St.)
Cost: $14 flat fee for singing, drinks 50% off
RSVP/Questions: Email Alexei at alexeisensei@gmail.com and check out the Facebook event HERE
Let's enjoy karaoke marathon! Sing as much as you like for $14. No advance pay is necessary--but [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/karaoke3-115x115.jpg "(6/2) JETAANY Karaoke Marathon")
(6/2) JETAANY Karaoke Marathon
Posted on May 16, 2012 | No Comments[ June 2, 2012; 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm. 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] When: Saturday, June 2nd, 2 pm--8 pm (Come late, leave early--you don't have to stay the entire time!) Where: Duets 48 (304 E 48th St.) Cost: $14 flat fee for singing, drinks 50% off RSVP/Questions: Email Alexei at alexeisensei@gmail.com and check out the Facebook event HERE Let's enjoy karaoke marathon! Sing as much as you like for $14. No advance pay is necessary--but [...] -
![[ May 23, 2012; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. ] Join JETAANY for our May Nihongo Dake Dinner
@ Feile Irish Pub
Wednesday May 23rd - Come meet fellow JETAANY members and Japanese speakers at our monthly language exchange, Nihongo Dake Dinner, starting at 6:30pm.
This month we’ll be tapping into the luck of the Irish at Feile Restaurant and Bar, known for their angry bleu cheese burger [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/feile-bar-115x115.jpg "(5/23) May Nihongo Dake Dinner @ Feile Irish Pub")
(5/23) May Nihongo Dake Dinner @ Feile Irish Pub
Posted on May 15, 2012 | No Comments[ May 23, 2012; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. ] Join JETAANY for our May Nihongo Dake Dinner @ Feile Irish Pub Wednesday May 23rd - Come meet fellow JETAANY members and Japanese speakers at our monthly language exchange, Nihongo Dake Dinner, starting at 6:30pm. This month we’ll be tapping into the luck of the Irish at Feile Restaurant and Bar, known for their angry bleu cheese burger [...] -
![[ May 13, 2012; ] Volunteer at the Yo-Yo Balloon Tent with JETAANY
JAPAN DAY @ Central Park
Sunday, May 13th
On Sunday May 13th, JETAANY and the Japan Society will be hosting the Yo-Yo Balloon Tent at Japan Day in Central Park.
We'll be helping visitors "fish" for Yo-yo Balloons and need volunteers to assist in many areas of the booth - including [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/yoyo-fishing-115x115.jpg "Volunteer team FULL for JAPAN DAY @ Central Park (5/13)")
Volunteer team FULL for JAPAN DAY @ Central Park (5/13)
Posted on April 25, 2012 | No Comments[ May 13, 2012; ] Volunteer at the Yo-Yo Balloon Tent with JETAANY JAPAN DAY @ Central Park Sunday, May 13th On Sunday May 13th, JETAANY and the Japan Society will be hosting the Yo-Yo Balloon Tent at Japan Day in Central Park. We'll be helping visitors "fish" for Yo-yo Balloons and need volunteers to assist in many areas of the booth - including [...] -
![[ May 5, 2012; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] When: Saturday, May 5th, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
(One-hour workshop and mini socializing party after workshop with snack)
Where: Chelsea Studios
(151 West 26th St, between 6th & 7th Aves, 6th Floor)
Cost: $20; RSVP HERE
Application deadline: May 2
Shorinji Kempo is a totally unique non-competitive Japanese martial way focusing on three elements; healthy mind, healthy body and effective [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Shorinji-Kenpo-115x115.jpg "(5/5) Shorinji Kempo Workshop")
(5/5) Shorinji Kempo Workshop
Posted on April 20, 2012 | No Comments[ May 5, 2012; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] When: Saturday, May 5th, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm (One-hour workshop and mini socializing party after workshop with snack) Where: Chelsea Studios (151 West 26th St, between 6th & 7th Aves, 6th Floor) Cost: $20; RSVP HERE Application deadline: May 2 Shorinji Kempo is a totally unique non-competitive Japanese martial way focusing on three elements; healthy mind, healthy body and effective [...] -
![[ April 15, 2012; 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Join JETAANY for Hanami Picnic in Central Park!
With the warm weather, the cherry blossoms are in early bloom. Don't miss your chance to revel in their beauty - join us in Central Park on April 15th for a Hanami Picnic.
The JETAANY picnic will be behind the MET Museum (see map) starting at 12pm. Enter Central [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/blossoms_central-park-115x115.jpg "JETAANY Hanami in Central Park (4/15)")
JETAANY Hanami in Central Park (4/15)
Posted on April 6, 2012 | No Comments[ April 15, 2012; 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Join JETAANY for Hanami Picnic in Central Park! With the warm weather, the cherry blossoms are in early bloom. Don't miss your chance to revel in their beauty - join us in Central Park on April 15th for a Hanami Picnic. The JETAANY picnic will be behind the MET Museum (see map) starting at 12pm. Enter Central [...] -
![[ April 6, 2012; 4:30 pm to 5:50 pm. ] When: Saturday, April 21, 2012 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Where: 227 East 87th Street, Lower Level (Between 2nd and 3rd Avenues)
Cost: $35 including material cost, RSVP via Paypal HERE and check out the Facebook RSVP HERE
Application deadline: April 18 (Maximum participation is 7)
Questions: For more information about the workshop, please feel free to contact
Mie at JETAANY@mieinc.net.
Relax… [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Saori-Weaving-115x115.jpg "(4/21) Saori Zen Weaving Workshop")
(4/21) Saori Zen Weaving Workshop
Posted on April 5, 2012 | No Comments[ April 6, 2012; 4:30 pm to 5:50 pm. ] When: Saturday, April 21, 2012 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Where: 227 East 87th Street, Lower Level (Between 2nd and 3rd Avenues) Cost: $35 including material cost, RSVP via Paypal HERE and check out the Facebook RSVP HERE Application deadline: April 18 (Maximum participation is 7) Questions: For more information about the workshop, please feel free to contact Mie at JETAANY@mieinc.net. Relax… [...] -
![[ March 28, 2012; 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ] Please join us for the “Hand in Hand” First Concert on Wednesday, March 28th, 2012 to support those still recovering in eastern Japan. To spiritually support and gain recognition for those still striving toward recovery in those disaster stricken areas, a total of 90 students of all ages, from elementary school through college, come from Fukushima, Miyagi and Iwate to perform [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/hand-in-hand-115x115.jpg "Hand in Hand Concert (Fukushima student performance) FREE")
Hand in Hand Concert (Fukushima student performance) FREE
Posted on March 23, 2012 | No Comments[ March 28, 2012; 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ] Please join us for the “Hand in Hand” First Concert on Wednesday, March 28th, 2012 to support those still recovering in eastern Japan. To spiritually support and gain recognition for those still striving toward recovery in those disaster stricken areas, a total of 90 students of all ages, from elementary school through college, come from Fukushima, Miyagi and Iwate to perform [...] -
![[ April 22, 2012; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] When: Sunday, April 22nd, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where: Essex County Branch Brook Park (Clifton Avenue and 7th Avenue, Newark, NJ)
RSVP: Sign up via the Facebook event
Questions: Email Rachelle de Leon and Fernando Rojas at njrep@jetaany.org
Join us on April 22nd for a hanami picnic at the Essex County Branch Brook Park Bloomfest! A packed schedule of events includes cultural demonstrations, children's [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/hanami-robot-115x115.jpg "(4/22) NJ Subchapter: Hanami @ Essex County Branch Brook Park")
(4/22) NJ Subchapter: Hanami @ Essex County Branch Brook Park
Posted on March 19, 2012 | No Comments[ April 22, 2012; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] When: Sunday, April 22nd, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Where: Essex County Branch Brook Park (Clifton Avenue and 7th Avenue, Newark, NJ) RSVP: Sign up via the Facebook event Questions: Email Rachelle de Leon and Fernando Rojas at njrep@jetaany.org Join us on April 22nd for a hanami picnic at the Essex County Branch Brook Park Bloomfest! A packed schedule of events includes cultural demonstrations, children's [...] -
![[ March 25, 2012; 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm. ]
Japan's leading rock-band, L'Arc～en～Ciel is having their world tour concert in New York City, “L'Arc～en～Ciel WORLD TOUR 2012 at Madison Square Garden” on Sunday March 25th at 8:00pm. JETAANY is working to support the success of the concert and is giving out complimentary tickets to invite you to the show. Our purpose is to make a [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/larc-en-ciel-image-115x115.jpg "L’Arc~en~Ciel complimentary tickets for 3/25 concert at MSG")
L’Arc~en~Ciel complimentary tickets for 3/25 concert at MSG
Posted on March 19, 2012 | No Comments[ March 25, 2012; 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm. ] Japan's leading rock-band, L'Arc～en～Ciel is having their world tour concert in New York City, “L'Arc～en～Ciel WORLD TOUR 2012 at Madison Square Garden” on Sunday March 25th at 8:00pm. JETAANY is working to support the success of the concert and is giving out complimentary tickets to invite you to the show. Our purpose is to make a [...] -
![[ April 25, 2012; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] April Book Club: The Elephant Vanishes
When: Wednesday April 25th, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Where: Flatiron Building, 14th Floor (175 Fifth Avenue @ 23rd St)
Cost: $2-3 for pizza and snacks (drinks are separate)
RSVP/Questions: Email jetaanybookclub@gmail.com and check out the Facebook event
Looking for the next great book to read? Join us for the next JETAANY Book club in April: The Elephant Vanishes by [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Book-Club.bmp "April Book Club: The Elephant Vanishes")
April Book Club: The Elephant Vanishes
Posted on March 19, 2012 | No Comments[ April 25, 2012; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] April Book Club: The Elephant Vanishes When: Wednesday April 25th, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Where: Flatiron Building, 14th Floor (175 Fifth Avenue @ 23rd St) Cost: $2-3 for pizza and snacks (drinks are separate) RSVP/Questions: Email jetaanybookclub@gmail.com and check out the Facebook event Looking for the next great book to read? Join us for the next JETAANY Book club in April: The Elephant Vanishes by [...] -
![[ April 7, 2012 to April 8, 2012. ]
Join us in celebrating the historic 100th year of Japan's gift of cherry blossom trees to the United States. This year's cherry blossom festival in Washington DC is sure to be the biggest yet! JETAANY will be partnering with JETAADC for this hanami event. Don’t miss out on the biggest cherry blossom festival in the [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/cherry-blossoms--115x115.jpg "Cherry Blossom Festival in DC (4/7-4/8)")
Cherry Blossom Festival in DC (4/7-4/8)
Posted on March 18, 2012 | No Comments[ April 7, 2012 to April 8, 2012. ] Join us in celebrating the historic 100th year of Japan's gift of cherry blossom trees to the United States. This year's cherry blossom festival in Washington DC is sure to be the biggest yet! JETAANY will be partnering with JETAADC for this hanami event. Don’t miss out on the biggest cherry blossom festival in the [...] -
![[ March 31, 2012; 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] When: Saturday, March 31 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where: (Registered participants will be contacted with the address)
Cost: $20 - RSVP via Paypal HERE and check out Facebook event HERE
Application deadline: March 29 (Maximum participation is 5)
Spring is almost coming, so let’s feel the warm air slightly early through Okinawan culture. The sanshin (literally "three strings") is [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Okinawa-Sanshin-115x115.jpg "(3/31) Okinawa Sanshin Workshop")
(3/31) Okinawa Sanshin Workshop
Posted on March 12, 2012 | No Comments[ March 31, 2012; 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] When: Saturday, March 31 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Where: (Registered participants will be contacted with the address) Cost: $20 - RSVP via Paypal HERE and check out Facebook event HERE Application deadline: March 29 (Maximum participation is 5) Spring is almost coming, so let’s feel the warm air slightly early through Okinawan culture. The sanshin (literally "three strings") is [...] -
![[ March 15, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ]
Join us for our largest networking event of the year and fundraiser for Japan! The annual Meishi Exchange will be held at 6:30 on Thursday, March 15th at Amber Restaurant. The $10 pre-pay admission includes two drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and $2 will go to our JETAA USA Japan Earthquake Relief Fund.
In recognition of the one [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Meishi-Exchange-115x115.jpg "2012 JETAANY Meishi Exchange (3/15)")
2012 JETAANY Meishi Exchange (3/15)
Posted on March 1, 2012 | No Comments[ March 15, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ] Join us for our largest networking event of the year and fundraiser for Japan! The annual Meishi Exchange will be held at 6:30 on Thursday, March 15th at Amber Restaurant. The $10 pre-pay admission includes two drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and $2 will go to our JETAA USA Japan Earthquake Relief Fund. In recognition of the one [...] -
![[ March 5, 2012; 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Are you freelancing? Thinking about freelancing? Want to meet and hear from other JET alum freelancers? Then join us for the first ever JET Alum Freelancers Career Panel! We know it's a tough economy out there, and many of us are now freelancing, whether by design or involuntarily. It's high time to get together, talk [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/meeting2-115x115.jpg "(3/5) JET Alumni Freelancers Career Panel")
(3/5) JET Alumni Freelancers Career Panel
Posted on February 22, 2012 | No Comments[ March 5, 2012; 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Are you freelancing? Thinking about freelancing? Want to meet and hear from other JET alum freelancers? Then join us for the first ever JET Alum Freelancers Career Panel! We know it's a tough economy out there, and many of us are now freelancing, whether by design or involuntarily. It's high time to get together, talk [...] -
![[ February 26, 2012; 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Join us this Sunday for billiards and Japanese conversation! We're going to be at Soho Billiards on 2/26 from 3-5pm for pool playing, drinks and mingling. We will all pay for two hours of games up front for $12 and pay separately for drinks on the day of the event.
No Experience Necessary!! Whether you are [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pool-table-balls-game-115x115.jpg "Nihongo Dake… Billiards! (2/26)")
Nihongo Dake… Billiards! (2/26)
Posted on February 21, 2012 | No Comments[ February 26, 2012; 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Join us this Sunday for billiards and Japanese conversation! We're going to be at Soho Billiards on 2/26 from 3-5pm for pool playing, drinks and mingling. We will all pay for two hours of games up front for $12 and pay separately for drinks on the day of the event. No Experience Necessary!! Whether you are [...] -
![[ February 26, 2012; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] When: Sunday, February 26th, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where: (Registered participants will be contacted with the address)
Cost: $10; RSVP via Paypal HERE
Application deadline: February 23 (Maximum participation is 5)
Questions?: Contact Mie Ikeda at jetaany@mieinc.net
Have you practiced your Japanese since you got back to the U.S.? This month we will compose Japanese Haiku, a traditional form of [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Haiku-Image-115x115.jpg "(2/26) Haiku Workshop")
(2/26) Haiku Workshop
Posted on February 14, 2012 | No Comments[ February 26, 2012; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] When: Sunday, February 26th, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Where: (Registered participants will be contacted with the address) Cost: $10; RSVP via Paypal HERE Application deadline: February 23 (Maximum participation is 5) Questions?: Contact Mie Ikeda at jetaany@mieinc.net Have you practiced your Japanese since you got back to the U.S.? This month we will compose Japanese Haiku, a traditional form of [...] -
![[ March 9, 2012; ]
Japan Day @ Central Park, which will be held on May 13th, is a celebration of food, activities and entertainment showcasing some of the most exciting elements of traditional and contemporary Japan.
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of gift of cherry trees given to the U.S. by Japan, Japan Day 2012 invites visual artists to submit [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/JD2012_PressRelease1_Image1_JD2011PosterVisual-115x115.jpg "Call for Artists: Japan Day – Cherry Blossom Art Contest")
Call for Artists: Japan Day – Cherry Blossom Art Contest
Posted on February 8, 2012 | No Comments[ March 9, 2012; ] Japan Day @ Central Park, which will be held on May 13th, is a celebration of food, activities and entertainment showcasing some of the most exciting elements of traditional and contemporary Japan. To commemorate the 100th anniversary of gift of cherry trees given to the U.S. by Japan, Japan Day 2012 invites visual artists to submit [...] -
![[ February 29, 2012; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. ] When: Wednesday, February 29th @ 6:30 pm
Where: Japan Local Government Center (JLGC) - 3 Park Avenue @ 34th St, 20th Floor
RSVP: Reserve your spot by filling out the online RSVP HERE. Also, check out the Facebook event page.
We’ll be discussing upcoming JETAANY events, Japan Day at Central Park, the JETAANY survey, and other great opportunities for those of you wishing to [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/meeting_brain_storm_clip_art-115x115.jpg "(2/29) JETAANY Quarterly Meeting")
(2/29) JETAANY Quarterly Meeting
Posted on February 7, 2012 | No Comments[ February 29, 2012; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. ] When: Wednesday, February 29th @ 6:30 pm Where: Japan Local Government Center (JLGC) - 3 Park Avenue @ 34th St, 20th Floor RSVP: Reserve your spot by filling out the online RSVP HERE. Also, check out the Facebook event page. We’ll be discussing upcoming JETAANY events, Japan Day at Central Park, the JETAANY survey, and other great opportunities for those of you wishing to [...] -
![[ February 13, 2012; 5:00 am to 8:30 am. ] JETAANY is helping to recruit volunteers to assist shochu brewery representatives from across Japan at the upcoming "Experience Shochu, the National Spirit of Japan" tasting event at the Astor Center (399 Lafayette Street). This event takes place Monday, February 13 from 2:30-8:30.
Volunteers are needed to fill two shifts:
2:00 - 5:30 -- open to industry representatives, [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/shochu-115x115.jpg "Volunteers Needed for Shochu Tasting Event 2/13")
Volunteers Needed for Shochu Tasting Event 2/13
Posted on January 30, 2012 | No Comments[ February 13, 2012; 5:00 am to 8:30 am. ] JETAANY is helping to recruit volunteers to assist shochu brewery representatives from across Japan at the upcoming "Experience Shochu, the National Spirit of Japan" tasting event at the Astor Center (399 Lafayette Street). This event takes place Monday, February 13 from 2:30-8:30. Volunteers are needed to fill two shifts: 2:00 - 5:30 -- open to industry representatives, [...] -
![[ January 21, 2012; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] When: Saturday, January 21st, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Where: EDO Japanese Restaurant, 68 Easton Ave., New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Cost: Everyone pays for their own meal off the menu (and BYOB!)
RSVP/Questions: Email Fernando Rojas and Rachelle de Leon at njrep@jetaany.org and check out the Facebook event
あけましておめでとうございます！
Join us on Saturday, January 21st for our Shinnenkai - New Year's Party! It will be held at [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/shinnenkai-photo-115x115.jpg "(1/21) JETAA NJ Chapter- Shinnenkai @ Edo in New Brunswick")
(1/21) JETAA NJ Chapter- Shinnenkai @ Edo in New Brunswick
Posted on January 11, 2012 | No Comments[ January 21, 2012; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] When: Saturday, January 21st, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Where: EDO Japanese Restaurant, 68 Easton Ave., New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Cost: Everyone pays for their own meal off the menu (and BYOB!) RSVP/Questions: Email Fernando Rojas and Rachelle de Leon at njrep@jetaany.org and check out the Facebook event あけましておめでとうございます！ Join us on Saturday, January 21st for our Shinnenkai - New Year's Party! It will be held at [...]
