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Sakura mochi is a rice cake filled with sweet red bean paste and wrapped in a pickled cherry leaf. Let’s have fun making them!
Date&Time: Apr.25 (Sun); 10:30-12:00
Location: Kohoku International Lounge (8 min walk from Kikuna Stn on JR or the Tokyu Toyoko Line)
Fee: Free
To Apply: Please go directly to the location
Inquiries: (045) 430-5670
The center will be closed on Apr.12 and 19 (Mon)
①Children’s study Meet-up
Let’s study together with teachers and volunteers
Eligibility: Elementary and Jr. high school children of foreign nationalities.
Date&Time: Every Sat. from Apr.10 thru May 8, 10:00-12:00
Fee: Free
②International Mothers’ Gathering
Date&Time: Apr.13 (Tue), Apr.27 (Tue); 10:30-11:30
Fee: Free
③Hello Gathering
Date&Time: Apr.17 (Sat), 15:00-16:30
Fee: Free
Location: ①-③ Hodogaya International Exchange Center, Iwama Shimin Plaza (2 min walk from Tenno-cho Stn on Sotetsu Line)
To Apply: Please go directly to the location
Inquiries: (045) 337-0012 http://www.hodogaya-kokusai.com
E-mail: toiawase@hodogaya-kokusai.com
Everyone is welcome to participate in the International Food Fair, and have a chance to win some wonderful prizes, including a treasure chest of quality prizes, travel vouchers, computers and dinner vouchers. Enjoy watching live entertainment while sampling cuisine from many countries around the world. A variety of stalls, including a white-elephant stall, as well as children’s games, will make this event a special day for the whole family and friends!
Date&Time: Apr.29 (holiday), 10:00-16:00 *Rain or shine.
Fee: free
Location: Saint Maur International School, 83 Yamate-cho, Naka-ku
Inquiries: (045) 641-5751
URL: http://www.stmaur.ac.jp/
The U.S. Navy Negishi Housing will celebrate its annual Friendship Day. It is an open gate festival. A full day of activities and entertainment is planned including the performance by the U.S. Navy 7th Fleet Band, both American
and Japanese food stands, and more!
Date&Time: April 24(Sat) 2010 1200-1900 (Rain date is following day,same time)
Venue: Negishi U.S. Navy Housing Area, Community Center Parking Lot
Access:
1. From JR Negishi Line Negishi Station: City bus #21 (towards Sakuragi-cho) off at "Asahidai", 8min. walk
2. From Yokohama Station: City bus #103 (towards Negishidai) off at Negishidai, 1min. walk.
Note:
1. No personal vehicles allowed (please use public transportation)
2. Baggage checks will be conducted
3. ID check may be required. Please bring a proper photo ID, either Driver's License with permanent address, Passport, Alien Registration Card or Resident Card. Children under 12 are not required any ID.
Fee: Free
Inquiries: (045)281-4120 or (045)281-4101
The Yokohama International Women's Club invites you to their 55th annual Charity Azalea Tea.
During our tea you will be entertained by Togi Hideki, a renowned court musician,who will perform a special concert.
In addition there will be a raffle drawing with grand prizes and many other wonderful prizes. Funds raised at the
tea will go to support various welfare projects, which help people in need in Kanagawa prefecture and overseas.
Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Time: 12:00 - 2:30 pm
Venue: InterContinental Yokohama Grand
Fee: ¥8,000 donation light meal included
Raffle: ¥500 winners need not be present
Inquires: H.Hirose 045-641-2510 Fax: 663-5728
Tickets K. Murata 045-621-6432 Fax: 621-1456
The following is a list of newly opened nursery schools that accept sick children. They are all located within hospitals/clinics.
①Ikebe Pediatrics/Allergy Clinic “Byoji hoiku shisetsu Kamenoko House”
A walk from Mitsukyo Stn on Sotetsu Line
Tel. (045) 442-3715
②Nagahama Iin (Clinic) “Yokohama Azamino Byoji hoiku shitsu”
Bus from Azamin Stn on Subway or Den en toshi Line
Tel. (045) 901-2525
Eligibility: Sick or recovering children between 6 months and 3rd grade age equivalent.
Limit: 4 children/day/nursery *There will be a screening process.
Fee: \2,000 (some extra for diapers etc.)
Open:①From Mar.1 ②From Mar.29
*Available Mon-Fri (8:30-18:00) except national holidays
To Apply: Fill out an application form available at each of the nursery schools listed above. You can also download the form from: http://www.city.yokohama.jp/me/kodomo/unei/hoikuseido/byouji-hoiku2.html (*J) and apply at the nursery school of your choice. *It is essential to register your child beforehand and make an appointment as you use this service.
Inquiries: Child and Youth Bureau, Nursery Operations Division (045) 671-2399(*J) Fax (045) 664-5479
Financial aid is available for high school students who exhibit high academic performance (grade pint average of 4.0 and above) and personal qualities, and who have difficulties paying tuition (combined household income of 8 million yen or less). The parents or guardians of the students must be residing within the City of Yokohama.
Scholarship: According to projected availability (~180 people; \10,000 per month *There will be a screening process.
To Apply: Fill out an application form available at high schools, Information Service Section (Koho-sodan kakari) of your local ward office or download from Board of Education URL. Must apply via your high school.
Application Period: Mar.23 (Tue)-Apr.30 (Fri)
Inquiries: Yokohama Board of Education (045) 671-3272 (*J) Fax (045) 640-1866
URL: http://www.city.yokohama.jp/me/kyoiku/sidou2/syogakukin/kousyogaku.html
“Youth Plaza in the Area” supports those who have difficulties leaving their home to attend school or go to work. The new Tsuzuki location is one of three centers offering these services. Check the website below for more information.
Location: Tsuzuki-ku, Chigasaki chuo 11-3 (Center Minami Stn on Subway)
Open Hour: Mon-Sat; 11:00-19:00 Closed on Sun. and holidays
Eligibility: 15-35 yrs old and their families
Activities: Comprehensive consulting is available. Focus is placed on providing support for those who are coping with or recovering from social withdrawal. Services encourage participation in social activities and building work experience.
Inquiries: (045) 948-5505 (*J)
E-mail：mail@kitapla.jp
URL: http://www.kitapla.jp/
Gather information on wild birds while you bird-watch with Yokohama Nature Observation volunteer group members.
Date&Time: Mar.14 (Sun), 9:00-13:00
Location: Yokohama Shizen Kansatsu no Mori (Yokohama Nature Sanctuary) (7 min walk from “Yokohama Reien-mae” bus stop of the Kanachu bus bound for Ofuna from Kanazawa Hakkei Stn on Keikyu Line)
Fee: Free
To Apply: Please go directly to the location.
Inquiries: (045) 894-7474 (*J) Fax (045) 894-8892
Kyogen is a traditional form of Japanese theater developed alongside Noh. Two plays will be shown: “Kinya” and “Mikazuki”
Limit: 486 people
Date&Time: May 9 (Sun), 14:00-16:00
Location: Yokohama Nohgakudo (15 min walk from JR Sakuragicho Stn)
Fee: \2,000 (reserved seat only)
To Apply: Call or from the website for reservation. It starts at noon, Apr.10. http://www.yaf.or.jp/nohgaku/
Inquiries: (045) 263-3055 (*J) Fax (045) 263-3031