THE APPA Newsletter

July 15, 2003

RAPPA Charity Golf Tournament with WRAP and A3M is coming up-see our website.

See This Weekend

It's summer and we have festivals coming up:

Obon: http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2286.html, http://www.allsands.com/History/Events/japanesefestiva_rwb_gn.htm

http://dir.yahoo.com/Regional/Countries/Japan/Society_and_Culture/Holidays_and_Observances/Obon_Festival/

Obon, the Asian Day of the Dead, is one of the biggest festival days for Japanese. In America it has evolved into an unique form celebrated at Buddhist temples and cultural centers. At least in LA (and probably elsewhere in the US) it is becoming a multicultural event and the public is usually invited. So, if you want to listen to free taiko concerts, OD on Japanese junk food, and see people dance in a circle, this is your chance.

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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

(dkikemi@mac.com, dkikemi@pacbell.net, dkikemi01@sprintpcs.com)

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The internet site is at:

www.apa-pro.org

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.

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 . Please send in information on cultural events and news items. Thanks to those who have.

Long range calendar items:

April 13-July 27 The Legacy of Genghis Khan, Courtly Art and Culture in Western Asia, 1256-1353 at LACMA, www.lacma.org/khan/index_noflash.htm

Chinatown Farmers Market Every Thursday, 3:00pm to 7:00pm Chinatown Business Improvement District http://www.ChinatownLA.com/ For Information (213) 680-0243

July 11-Aug 24 The Teahouse of the August Moon at the Secret Rose Theatre, 11246 Magnolia Blvd., NoHo Theatre and Arts District, N. Hollywood, 1 1/2 blks W of Lankershim. $18, 818-623-4291

Through Sep 14 "Sights Unseen: The Photographic Constructions of Masumi Hayashi, JANM369 E. 1st St. Little Tokyo $6 213-625-0414.

July 8- September 9 Korean Language Program 7-9 PM, every TUESDAY 7-9 PM, $30 for entire ten-week program Students must be at least high-school age. Korea Cultural Center, Los Angeles (KCCLA), 5505 Wilshire Blvd. Cross Streets: Wilshire & Dunsmuir 90036. http://www.kccla.org/html/Calendar.asp?PageNum=1&sMonth=6&sYear=2003

July 10-Sep 11 Class - Korean Classical Music Program At the Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles. The Korean Classical Music Institute of America and Korea Cultural Center, Los Angeles (KCCLA) has created a joint venture project to promote and instruct Korean classical music to the public, providing special lessons to anyone interested in learning traditional Korean musical instruments. All classes are designed for those with no playing background; instruction will be be provided on both basic instrumental fingering and how to read basic notes for the following:

Daegeum ( Large Transverse Bamboo Flute )

Danso ( Small Notched Bamboo Vertical Flute )

Piri (Bamboo Oboe )

Janggo ( Hourglass Drum )

Gayageum ( Twelve-stringed Zither )

Geomungo ( Six-stringed Zither )

Haegeum ( Two-stringed Fiddle )

Classes will be held from 7:00 to 9:00 pm every Thursday night, from July 10 to September 11, 2003.  For additional information, please call 323-936-7141 or fax 323-936-5712 or visit http://www.kccla.org/html/class_musicdetail.asp . Total fees for class materials only is $30. 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Korea Cultural Center, Los Angeles (KCCLA), 5505 Wilshire Blvd. Cross Streets: Wilshire & Dunsmuir 90036. Total Fees: $30 (For class materials only) For more information please contact: Eugenie Shin 323-936-7141, klp@kccla.org, www.kccla.org/html/class_music.asp

July 23 Performance - Masakazu Yoshizawa and Drita 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the UCLA Hammer Museum. Masakazu Yoshizawa is an internationally known and multi-faceted musician, perhaps best known for his performances with various Japanese flutes and percussion instruments. Drita (the light) was founded in 1982 by Ian Price.  During some 30 visits to Albania since 1968, Price has collected hundreds of audio recordings, books, instruments, costumes and videos documenting the folk music traditions of that country. He is also a percussionist, string player, and vocalist for the band. For additional information, see the Hammer Museum calendar at http://www.hammer.ucla.edu/education/music_summer03.htm . Admission to Hammer programs is Free. Unless otherwise noted, no reservations are necessary. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.  Hammer exhibitions are free to UCLA staff and faculty with ID. Parking is available under the Museum. UCLA Hammer Museum, 10899, Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90024

July 24 Fresh Words and Action at the JANM, Kabuki Underground by Miki Nishikawa in collaboration with East West Players, 7:30-9:30 at the JANM.

July 25 Lecture - Growing Up Filipino 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Part of the July Authors on Asia Programs at the Pacific Asia Museum. Paula Angeles , Ce cilia Manguerra Brainard and Alex Dean Bru will read from and discuss their new collection, Growing Up Filipino. In this anthology, universal themes of family, angst, friendship, love and home are viewed anew through Filipino eyes.  With wisdom, honesty, and passion the authors of these 29 fascinating stories recall the complexities of youth and reveal the broad panorama of contemporary Filipino culture. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Pacific Asia Museum , 46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101. Free to Pacific Asia Museum members and children under 12. All others, free with museum general admission of $5.00, seniors and full time students $3.00

July 26 Monterey Park Art & Culture Commision Luau at Barnes Park Pool, 350 S. McPherrin Ave., 6PM, $20, 626-307-1388

July 26,27 San Fernando Valley Hongwanji Buddhist Temple Obon 4:30-10PM, bon dancing 7PM, 9450 Remick Ave., Pacoima 91331, 818-899-4030

July 26,27 W. LA Buddhist Temple Obon 5-10PM Sat, 3-9PM Sun., bon dancing 6:30PM, 2003 Corinth Ave., LA 90025, 310-477-7274.

July 26-27 Higashi Honganji Obon 12-9PM, bon dancing 6:30. 505 E. 3rd St., LA 90013, 213-626-4200

July 26 Farmer's Market & Art Fair - Historic Filipinotown, Experience Filipino culture and art. The first ever Filipino Farmer's Market & Art Fair will take place in Historic Filipinotown on June 28 and July 26. The market will offer mangoes and bagoong, hot pandesal, halo-halo, grilled corn on the cob, Filipino barbecue sticks, chicharon, balot, and a variety of Filipino food from pancit to adobo.  Shop for handicrafts from the Philippines, books, cds, and t-shirts.  Check out works of art from visual artists, poets, and musicians from the Pilipino Artists Network (PAN). Also, there will be a tour of Historic Filipinotown.  Find out about the historical and cultural contributions made by Filipinos in the area. Call FilAmARTS at 213.389.3050 for more information regarding artists. Sponsored by FilAmARTS and the Office of the 13th District Councilman Eric Garcetti. 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Beverly & Loma, St. Columban Church/Belmont H.S. Downtown Los Angeles, 90026. For more information please contact FilAmARTS Tel: 213.389.3050

July 31 Reds, Whites, & Blues play perfromance at the JANM, 7:30-9:00PM at the JANM, $15, call 213-830-5626.

Aug 2,3 Gardena Buddhist Church Obon 3-10PM Sat, 2-9PM Sun, bon dancing 6PM, 1517 W. 166th St., Gardena 85019, 310-327-9400

Aug 9-17 Nisei Week, www.niseiweek.org. Grand Parade Aug. 10.

Aug 10 Samurai 5K, 8AM, $20 by July 25th. Call John JT Tamaki 323-295-0556, jctamaki@aol.com.

Aug 10 Nisei Week Grand Parade, 4PM, LA Little Tokyo

Aug 17 Nisei Week Ondo and closing ceremony www.niseiweek.org

Aug 16-17 African Marketplace and Cultural Faire 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM 18th Annual Los Angeles event offers wonderful entertainment, educational activities, and music. Additional dates: Aug. 23, 24, 30, 31, & Sept. 1, 2003. Children's Festival featuring Little African Youth Village, Aug. 22 from 10 AM - 4 PM. Exposition Park adjacent to I-110 Freeway, Exposition & King Blvd. Exits Los Angeles. $6.00 general admission; $3.00 seniors & children under 10 accompanied by adult. Additional Dates are Aug. 23, 24, 30, 31, 2003 and Sept. 1, 2003. For more information please contact Jeanne Taylor 310-657-7115, info@africanmarketplace.org, www.africanmarketplace.org

or www.africanamericanla.com

Aug 22-23 Festival - Grand Performances 2003 Summer Series Celebrating world class global music, dance and spoken word in Downtown L.A. Grand Performances presents its Summer 2003 Summer Series of global m usic, dance and the spoken word. Grand Performances is Southern California's largest presenter of free performing arts programs and a landmark nonprofit arts institution established with a primary focus on bringing together the diverse peoples of Los Angeles in unique settings. Based at California Plaza in Downtown Los Angeles' new financial district, Grand Performances was created as part of an initiative developed by the City's Community Redevelopment Agency to insure that artists and other citizens of Los Angeles would have access to a "world class" venue and program.  Beginning with a few lunch hour concerts in 1986, the current program has grown to include an evening and weekend series, festivals, commissioned choreographies and extended theatrical runs each year from late June through the end of October. All summer events are presented free to the public. 

Asia-related events in the 2003 Summer Series include:

FRIDAY, AUGUST 22 @ 12 NOON

ÔN ENSEMBLE

This young Los Angeles based quartet is unlike any other taiko ensemble in Southern California. Since its 2001 debut concert in Hokkaido, Japan the Ôn Ensemble has been winning over  audiences with its otherworldly interpretation of traditional taiko music blended with jazz, rock and electronica. The traditional Japanese instruments are represented, as well as turntables, a didgeridoo, Tuvan throat singing and acoustic guitars.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 22 @ 7 PM

FAR EAST FESTIVAL of MUSIC & DANCE

Korean Dance Academy, Liu Qi Chao, Ôn Ensemble and Korean Music Ensemble — each of these Los Angeles-based groups will present some of the most expressive and innovative interpretations of traditional and contemporary music and dance from their respective cultures.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 23 @ 8 PM

KIP FULBECK

Award-winning video/film maker Kip Fulbeck’s performance combines improvisation, stand-up comedy, political activism and inspirational stories to explore his Hapa (mixed Asian/Pacific Islander) roots. Fulbeck delves into his Cantonese, English, Irish and Welsh ancestry to dissect and dispel myths about Asian men, interracial dating, race and sex with compassionate humor and insight.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 28 @ 8 PM

BEIJING MODERN DANCE COMPANY

One of China’s most fascinating and acclaimed dance companies Beijing Modern Dance Company makes its debut in the Americas with three evenings of stellar performances. The award-winning company formed in 1995 has received accolades for its creative and innovative works which set the pace for contemporary dance in mainland China. This evening’s presentation features works performed to traditional music from Iraq, India and Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 @ 12 NOON

ROSANNA GAMSON WORLDWIDE

Los Angeles-based choreographer Rosanna Gamson returns to Grand Performances with her ensemble to present a breathtaking new performance — 2 Views (an urban ocean has 29 eyes). The work, inspired by two seminal texts — The Pillow Book of Sei Shonagun and The Art of War is an investigation of seduction and conquest, both personal and cultural.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 @ 8 PM

SATURDAY, AUGUST 30 @ 8 PM

BEIJING MODERN DANCE COMPANY

This extraordinary dance company continues its presentation of works choreographed to music from western and eastern composers. For the full event schedule and additional information on Grand Performances, please visit their website at < http://www.grandperformances.org/ > or contact Yoni Pressman at (213) 687-2189. Location: Grand Performances, California Plaza, Downtown Los Angeles Financial District, Los Angeles, CA 90071. Free and open to the public

Aug 30 RAPPA Golf Tournament, Coyote Hills Golf Course,1440 E Bastanchury, Fullertson, 714-672-6800. 8:00AM Shotgun Start (all tee groups tee off at 8AM) $135.00 includes Green Fees, Cart, BBQ Lunch, Tee Prizes, and special raffle for golfers. 4-person Scramble. Contact Todd Kawai E-mail: toddk@spep.com or Phone: (310) 408-3814 (message)

 

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

September 13 APEX 10th Anniversary Awards Dinner. Come and celebrate the 10th Anniversary for APEX! Save the date on your calendars now! APEX Members, Hot Asian American Celebrities, Community Leaders, and More! Omni Hotel in Downtown, L.A. Contact: For more information or volunteer work, please contact susan@apex.org.

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

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)

July 18 & 19 Karen (Hwa-chee) Han will be perform on the Erhu with the

Pasadena Pops Symphony (www.pasadenapops.com) evening at the beautiful Descanso Gardens in La Canada. Concert titled: FIT FOR A KING. A royal evening awaits you as the red carpet is rolled out for a host of kings. Beethoven's Emperor Concerto to Nat King Cole, and even a visit by "The King" himself, ELVIS - actually Raymond Michael! This evening is sure to be imperially delightful. Special guests include Karen Han playing the ancient Chinese Er-hu, featured in music from Anna and the King and The Last Emperor, and the acclaimed voices of the Occidental-Foothill Master Chorale joyously singing from The Lion King. All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. at

Descanso Gardens. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. for pre-concert dining. www.karenhan.com. Karen (Hwa-chee) Han is an internationally-renowned

Erhu virtuoso player, composer and vocalist. As a soloist, Karen has performed for many foreign dignitaries, including former US President Jimmy Carter, former British Primer Minister Margaret Thatcher, and world-renowned tenor Luciano Pavarotti.

She has collaborated with many of the world leading orchestras and jazz bands, has been featured on soundtracks for Oscar-winning movies, and has appeared

numerous radio programs throughout the world.

Jul. 18 -20 Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Asian Men, David Henry Hwang Theater 120 N. Judge John Aiso St., L.A. Dan Kwong directs original performances by members of his "Autobiographical Writing & Performing Workshop for Asian Men." Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2 and 7 p.m. Price: $8 Information: 213-625-7000, ext. 20

 

July 19-20 2003 LA TOFU FESTIVAL Saturday 2:00 pm-10:00 pm Sunday, 12:00 pm-8:00 pm SOUTH SAN PEDRO STREET between 2nd and 3rd Streets Little Tokyo, Downtown Los Angeles $8 www.tofufest.org

July 19-20, Orange County Buddhist Church, Obon 2-9PM Sat and 2-8:30 Sun, bon dancing 7PM, 909 S. Dale St., Anaheim, CA 92804, 714-827-9590

July 19-20, Pasadena Buddhist Church, Obon 4-9:30PM, bon dancing 7PM., 1993 Glen Ave, Pasadena, 93030, 626-798-4781

July 19,20 Venice Hongwanji Buddhist Temple Obon 3-9PM Sat, 1-9PM Sun, 12371 Braddock Dr., Culver City, 90230, 310-391-4351

July 19-22 Japanese Outlaw Masters 5 at the Egyptian Theatre, www.egyptiantheatre.com/archive1999/2003/japaneseoutlawmasters5.htm

July 20 Montebello Sozenji Buddhist Temple Obon festival, 11AM-7PM, 3020 W. Beverly Blvd., Montebello 90640, 323-724-6866.

July 20 Little Tokyo Walking Tour, 1-3PM, JANM, $11 includes admission to the Japanese American National Museum, reservations recommended, 213-625-0414., 800-461-5266

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Last Weekend

I decided to go to Anime Expo at the Anaheim Convention Center on Friday and Saturday. Surprises this year were ballroom dancing and 3 hours (I made use of only one hour) of classical Japanese dance lessons taught by the well known in LA Madame Hanayagi (http://www.wakanausa.com/Biography.htm) who also teaches classes at the JACCC in LA's Little Tokyo. I also got to sit in on some panels with Japanese artists, directors, and producers.

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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.)

July 15 Showdown Nears Over Terrorism Detentions

At issue is the length to which the U.S. can go in detaining suspects to protect the nation.

By Richard A. Serrano, Times Staff Writer

http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-almarri16jul16,1,7388604.story?coll=la-home-headlines

July 11 TELEVISION

'Banzai' – a controversy by Fox

The caricatures in the new show would be less likely to offend if Asians weren't otherwise nearly invisible in prime time.

By Brian Lowry, Times Staff Writer

http://www.calendarlive.com/tv/lowry/cl-et-lowry11jul11.story

July 12 RELIGION

Honoring Ancestors and Cultural Roots

Each July, many East Asian Buddhists in the Southland use somber rituals and festive events to memorialize those who have gone before.

By Teresa Watanabe, Times Staff Writer

http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-religancestor12jul12.story

July 11 IN BRIEF / SACRAMENTO

Bill That Urges Teaching of War in Laos Is Signed

From Staff and Wire Reports

http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-sbriefs11.2jul11.story

July 15 Apology Sought for Latino 'Repatriation' Drive in '30s

Many U.S. citizens who were sent to Mexico consider suing for reparations.

By Gregg Jones, Times Staff Writer

http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-repatriation15jul15235621.story

July 13 Fallen but Now Full of Faith

Johnny Chung, 'poster boy' of the '96 campaign finance scandal, says he has refocused his life on God and spreading his Christian testimony.

By David Pierson, Times Staff Writer

http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-chung13jul13.story

July 10 PASSINGS

C.C. Wang, 96; Scholar and Artist Was Expert on Classical Chinese Art

From Staff and Wire Reports

http://www.latimes.com/news/printedition/california/la-me-passings10.3jul10.story

July 12 Hoping to help others through her past

Helie Lee's books explore family, heritage of Korean immigrant.

By Josh Kleinbaum, People

http://www.latimes.com/news/local/glendale/news/la-gnp-lee12jul12.story