April 22, 2003

MISSION STATEMENT:

Promote full utilization of the capabilities of the Enterprise's employees and champion the betterment of the company and community. Promote interest in Asian Pacific issues and culture and act as a bridge to all groups within our community.

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ed. by Douglas Ikemi

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The internet site is at:

Our own domain name, apa-pro.org, stands for Asian Pacific American Professionals. www.apa-pro.org/ gives you a menu of AP organization websites.

Back issues of the newsletter for all of 2000, 2001, and 2002 are available on the website if you want to look up some past event.

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APPA Board Meeting Schedule for 2003:

Evening meetings will be at the Hilton Garden Inn, 2100 Mariposa Ave.(corner of Nash) 310/726-0100. April 16 6PM

June 11 6PM

Aug 13 6PM

October 13 6PM

Detailed, updated calendar is again available on the internet at www.apa-pro.org in Acrobat and Excel formats . Events go into the calendar that I don't mention here. Please send in information on cultural events and news items. Thanks to those who have.

Long range calendar items:

May 3 J-Town Beat Series, I Was Born With 2 Tongues at the Aratani/ Japan America Theatre 8:30PM. Chicago's hot Pan-Asian spoken word ensemble, I Was Born With 2 Tongues blasts into Los Angeles for a one-night-only performance, along with some of L.A.'s talented performance poets. Over the past few years, spoken word and performance poetry has become a strong conduit of creative expression for an up-and-coming generation of young Asian Pacific Americans. The 2 Tongues are at the forefront of this exciting movement, blending a fiery passion for empowerment with the rhythms of acoustic stand-up bass and mind-twisting wordplay. Opening for the 2 Tongues are the local poetics of the Balagtasan Collective and spoken word trio, zero 3. Tickets: JACCC Members: $16 orchestra, $13 balcony. Non members: $20 orchestra, $17 balcony. For information and tickets call the box office at 213.680.3700

May 3 Centenary Spring Festival, 10AM-4PM at 300 S. Central Ave., Little Tokyo. Japanese entertainment, including the mandatory taiko groups, and a variety of foods. Validated parking at Joe's Auto Park, 2^nd & Alameda.

May 4 Special Anime Screening Rare Screening of vintage clips, Aratani/Japan America Theatre, 2PM. A special screening of clips from the superhero Astro Boy collection, created by the "father of Japanese animation," Osamu Tezuka will be screened. Never released to the public and previously thought lost, number 3 of the Astro Boy series was recently re-discovered in a collector's vault. Vintage clips of anime classic, GIGANTOR will also be screened. Panel Discussion will be following the screening. Producer Fred Ladd, responsible for the introduction of Japanese anime/manga to the United States is the featured speaker along with anime experts Fred Patten, Jared Cook and Sadao Miyamoto. 2pm - Anime Feature, Panel - immediately following. 5pm - Vintage Clips, Admission Free. Tickets: $6 JACCC Members, 8 General Admission Non member. For information and tickets call the box office at 213.680.3700. Also, vendor fair from 11AM-4PM.

May 10-11 Family Funfest, Kodomo no Hi- 20th annual Childrens Day Celebration, Chibi K, Kids for Kids Fun Run, San Tai San, basketball tournament, Mothers Day Hawaiian Style, Darlene Ahuna Concert, The Post War Japanese Anime/Manga Exhibit (Continues), Kids Taiko Konference. A weekend of fun for the entire family! Join us as Kodomo no Hi celebrates its 20th anniversary in Los Angeles. A fun and culturally-rich celebration of a traditional Japanese holiday for the entire family. Bring your family to the JACCC where the fun and excitement spill out into the streets with our annual Chibi-k: Kids for Kids Fun Run and the San Tai San: 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament. On the Plaza, the Asian Pacific Arts & Crafts Faire offers traditional handmade Japanese craft items, a variety of ethnic foods, children's games, origami, calligraphy, papermaking workshops and entertainment. Other special activities include the first ever Kids Taiko Konference and a Skate Park cosponsored by LA City Councilwoman Jan Perry. The Post War Japanese Anime/Manga Exhibit in the George J. Doizaki Gallery offers workshops and lectures led by professional illustrators and animators.

May 11 J-Town Beat Series Darlene Ahuna in Concert, 4PM, Special Appearances by Halau Keali'i 'O Nalani and Na Kupuna Wahine O Hema Dancers. The award-winning Halau Keali'i O Nalani, under the direction of Kumu Keali'i Ceballos, opens this special Mother's Day Hawaiian Style concert. This celebrated ensemble has captured numerous prestigious awards for it's precision and authentic Hawaiian dance. Darlene Ahuna headlines the concert with her celebrated trio. This multiple award-winning artist follows in the tradition of great Hawaiian singers Genoa Keawe, Lena Machado and Linda Dela Cruz. Winning the coveted Na Hoku Hanohano Award for Best Female Vocalist and Single of the Year, Ahuna began her career as the singer of hula master Uncle George Na'ope's group in 1979. Ahuna's voice is powerful yet graceful and unaffected, evoking the Hawai'i of yesterday. Her music is distinctly Hawaiian, many songs from her hometown of Hilo, some written by her great-aunt Helen Parker ("Akaka Falls"). Ahuna is a beautiful voice bringing the sound of old Hawai'i alive. Clarice Nuhi directs Na Kupuna Wahine o Kaleponi Hema Dancers, a special ensemble of dancers from the southern California area, for this special return appearance for this Mother's Day Hawaiian Style concert. JACCC Members $25 orchestra, $22 balcony. Non members: $30 orchestra, $27 balcony. Bring your whole Family! Special Family Package Minimum of 4 persons: $25 orchestra, $22 balcony (per person) For information and tickets call the box office at 213.680.3700

May 17 First Annual Cherry Blossom Festival in West Covina. Koto player June Kuramoto, formerly of the jazz band Hiroshima, headlines "A Concert in the Park." Festival is co-hosted by the East San Gabriel Valley Japanese Community Center. 11AM-6PM at the Civic Center Courtyard, 1444 W. Garvey Ave., West Covina, 91793. Cal 626-960-2566.

May 24 Memorial Day Service, Memorial Court. Coordinated by the Japanese American Korean War Veterans in associiation with The American's of Japanese Ancestry World War II Memorial Alliance and the Japanese American Viet Nam Veterans. A memorial service will be held in the Memorial court. Please note: The event is on Saturday not Monday. More details to follow.This event is open to the public

May 30 Taue: Rice Planting, A Fine Day for a Field Trip, 10am ~ 1pm, Location: JACCC Plaza. It's time to start planting our rice seedlings. As part of an ongoing educational programming series, Kome Kome: Celebrating Rice in Japanese Culture, the JACCC invites school children to come and help plant rice on our plaza. Last year, over 400 students participated in the Taue field trip. Students learn not only how rice is grown, but also participate in the transplanting of the rice seedlings and make a cultural craft to take home. Free and Open to the Public. For children ages 7-12 years. Advance reservations required call (213) 628-2725 x 112

June 1 Oodles of Noodles Festival, 12noon-4PM, Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 310-618-6342.

Sept 12-14 Hollywood Bowl: Treasures of China Three Performances at the Hollywood Bowl with The Peking Acrobats. Three performances of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra and the Peking Acrobats mark the final weekend in the 2003 season of the Bowl. The Peking Acrobats will be making their Bowl and orchestral debut. For more information on The Peking Acrobats (a registered trade name), visit www.iaipresentations.com/pacrobat.html. 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM, 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 90078, 323 850-2000, www.hollywoodbowl.org

The Pacific Asia Museum (46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, 91101, 626-449-2742) Family Festival schedule for 2003, Saturdays, 1-4:

May 17 Buddha’s Birthday

June 21 Gods and Goddesses

July 19 Calligraphy

Aug 16 Strings of Asia

Sep 20 Myanmar

Oct 18 Vijaya Dashimi

Nov. 15 Himilayan Festival

Dec 13 Pasko Sa Nayon

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This Weekend (and earlier)

April 26 Na Lani Ehaat the Aratani/ Japan America Theatre, 7PM. Hula Halau Kaulana Ka Hale Kula 'O Na Pua 'O Ka 'Aina performs wonderful songs and hulas that were composed by and about the Hawaiian King Kalakaua and his family. Na Lani 'Eha, under the direction of Kumu Hula Randy Chang , pays tribute to the Beloved King. Tickets: $15/ balcony and $18/ orchestra. For further information call (626)712-6769 For information and tickets call the box office at 213.680.3700

April 27 Hiromi Hashibe & Wakana Kai Koto Group, Aratani/Japan America Theatre, Little Tokyo, 3PM, $20, 213-680-3700

April 27 Springtime in the Japanese Garden, 10:30AM-3:30PM. 6100 Woodley Ave., Van Nuys. $5, 818-756-8166.

April 27 14^th Annual LA Fiesta Broadway, 11AM-6PM, Downtown LA, Broadway, Hill, and Spring Sts., from 1^st to Olympic. 310-914-0015 www.fiestabroadway.net.

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Last Weekend

On the return leg from Mammoth I stopped at Manzanar, a little ahead of the official Pilgrammage (see above). Although not officially open yet, there is a brochure which describes a self-guided tour around the former concentration camp site. Markers have been erected to show where the buildings formerly stood, and it looks as if some of the old barracks have been moved back. There were still some origami cranes strung on the fence around the cemetery memorial.

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May 2 Assembly member Judy Chu and the Select Committee on Hate Crimes invite you to a Hate Crimes hearing to raise awareness about the hate crime backlash on California residents as a result of the recent war in Iraq. 9:30am- 1pm, Ronald Reagan State Building Auditorium, 300 South Spring Street, Los Angeles. For more information, please contact Gloria Lin of Assemblymember Judy Chu's Office at gloria.lin@asm.ca.gov or (323)981-3426

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FIVE YEAR PAID MEDIA INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE COUPLED WITH A COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP!!!

The Emma L. Bowen Foundation for Minority Interests in Media's West Coast office is currently accepting applications for five-year paid mediainternship opportunities in Los Angeles. The mission of the Foundation is to increase minority representation in the media industry by providing multi-year paid internships and scholarships to minority students. Students selected join a distinguished group of Scholars currently working at media companies across the country. Partner companies hire students to work every summer until college graduation providing both an hourly wage and matching dollars towards college expenses. Some internships are year-round opportunities.

To qualify, students must be college-bound minority high school juniors or seniors or college freshmen, have, at minimum, a 3.0 G.P.A., and an interest in varying aspects of the media (business, technical, creative). An essay, grade transcript, two recommendations from a teacher or counselor, and a student picture must accompany the application form. The deadline for applications in Los Angeles is April 30, 2003. All submissions must be postmarked by April 30, 2003. An application is attached. Students may also download an application at www.emmabowenfoundation.com or email nppichardo@mptp.com or kpitaloor@mptp.com or call 818-655-5708 for an application.

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LA Times: (The Times are requiring registration again, but you might as well sign up for the free on-line access to their articles. This week they may even be accessible without registration.)

Students argue case for affirmative action

Claremont Colleges group takes part in D.C. rally while Supreme Court hears Michigan challenge.

Matthew Chin, Inland Valley Voice

April 22 THE REGION

Vietnam Criticizes 3 O.C. Officials for Pushing Rival Flag

The emigres, who favor flying the banner of the former South Vietnam, are accused of sowing discord, a charge they reject.

By Mai Tran, Times Staff Writer

April 22 WORLD CINEMA

India's star turn

The first festival in the U.S. solely devoted to movies from and about India will feature 24.

By Kavita Daswani, Special to The Times

April 20 LOS ANGELES

FBI Is Accused of Protecting Its Own in Spy Case

Other than disputing one claim by Leung's attorneys, agency declines to respond.

By Daren Briscoe and Greg Krikorian, Times Staff Writers

April 17 THE NATION

As Fair Housing Act Turns 35, Discrimination Persists

By Elizabeth Levin, Times Staff Writer

April 17 Asian American leaders -- An April 8 article in the California section about Chinese immigrants running for political office incorrectly stated that the nation's highest-ranking Chinese American elected officials are American natives. U.S. Rep. David Wu (D-Ore.) was born in Taiwan and immigrated to the United States at the age of 6.

April 17 THE STATE

Minority Admissions Rise in UC System but Fall at UCLA

Berkeley also registers a decline even as highest percentage of blacks, Latinos and Indians are admitted statewide since affirmative action ban.

By Rebecca Trounson, Times Staff Writer

April 21 OBITUARIES

Norbert Schlei, 73; Principal Author of Civil Rights Act, Other Landmark Laws

By Myrna Oliver, Times Staff Writer

April 20 Faith tangled up in reality

Somersault: A Novel, Kenzaburo Oe, Translated from the Japanese by Philip Gabriel, Grove Press: 570 pp., $26

By Kai Maristed, Kai Maristed is the author of "Fall: A Novel" and "Belong to Me: Stories."

April 17 REEL CRITICS

'Cowboy Bebop' is anime the right way, 'Phone Booth' keeps you on your toes

'Cowboy Bebop' fits the big screen nicely

April 21 Nike Keeps Yao in Backcourt as Clock Runs Out on Its Deal

Has the sneaker giant erred in not touting the Chinese player more, even if doing so would mean a costlier endorsement accord?

By Ralph Frammolino, Times Staff Writer

April 20 LOS ANGELES

Monterey Park Sees Gold in Former Dump

City expects a 30% boost in sales tax revenue in development of 40-acre parcel. Setbacks have delayed construction on the federal Superfund site.

By David Pierson and Li Fellers, Times Staff Writers

April 19 CALIFORNIA

What Did FBI Know When in Spying Case?

By Greg Krikorian, Times Staff Writer