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NIKKEI HORIZONS SUMMER SCHEDULE IS COMING UP!
Registration will starts on Monday, June 12th.
Please register AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE!
CORRECTIONS!
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SU06/T-09
STARLIGHT TO LOS ANGELES, DISCOVER SAN DIEGO!
Departure: SBC-PL → King St. Station
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SU06/K-21
SUMMER DRUMMER: TAIKO FOR KIDS
Time: 10:30 am-12 pm → 10 am-11:30 am
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SU06/T-01
SEQUIM LAVENDER FESTIVAL
Mountain views and scented breezes await you at the annual Lavender Festival on the beautiful Olympic Peninsula.
Ten farms open their doors to visitors for this special event, and you will have the opportunity to purchase lavender plants,
products and u-pick bouquets at the farms. The street fair downtown features artwork, crafts and, of course, lavender and lavender
products, plus food and entertainment. In the evening enjoy a delicious dinner at Petals Garden Cafe at Cedarbrook Herb Farm.
8:00 am-9:30 pm, Friday, July 14
Guided Tour: SBC/PL (Limit: 22)
$94 (includes transportation, Lavender Festival ticket, farm tour ticket, and dinner)
SU06/T-02
LA CONNER QUILT MUSEUM AND SAKUMA BROTHERS FARM
Many of you have looked forward to meeting Japanese quilters at La Conner Quilt Museum. Now you will have the chance
to meet them as we attend the first day of the Japanese Quilt Exhibition. After we visit the wonderful museum, enjoy a
picnic lunch at Sakuma Brothers Farm. Sakuma family will take us on their farm tour as well as share the history of the Farm.
Have a wonderful dessert at the Farm's Ice Cream House and browse the Market Stand after the tour.
9:30 am-5 pm, Wednesday, July 19
Guided Tour: SBC/PL (Limit: 22)
$60 (includes transportation, museum admission, bento lunch and dessert)
SU06/T-03
SUMMER CANOEING AT SILVER LAKE
Let's have a little summer adventure at Thorton A. Sullivan Park (Silver Lake). Learn how to canoe and paddle in the
morning. Once you have successfully learned the basics of canoeing, you will be treated to a delicious dessert! Canoes, paddles
and lifejackets are provided. Wear comfortable, roomy clothes that are easy to move around in. Shorts or Capri pants are
recommended. Don't forget your sunglasses. Have footwear that you can get wet. Anything with straps that keep the shoe on or
aqua booties are ideal. Optional booties in limited number are available. Remember, it is always colder on the water. Bring a
towel and a complete change of clothing. You may not get wet, but it is always good to be prepared. After the canoe adventure,
lunch will be at Sushi Zen in Mill Creek. The final destination of this trip will be Rhody Ridge Arboretum. A group
tour of this unique botanical park to find out what makes this arboretum so different from others. Always consult your doctor before
participating in any physical activity.
8:30 am-4 pm, Thursday, July 27
Guided Tour: SBC/PL (Limit: 22)
$77 (includes transportation, activity, dessert, lunch and arboretum tour)
SU06/T-04
FARMERS MARKET HOPPING AND SHOPPING
The first destination will be the Puyallup Main Street Farmers Market. Take a look at the local produce and pick out
the freshest fruits, vegetables and other delights! The Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market is next. This brand new open
market is located at the Des Moines Marina. You will find an abundance of freshly harvested local fruits, vegetables, herbs and
spices. Additionally, you can browse the assortment of specialty items, like farm-made jams, honey, fresh cut flowers and unique
local crafts. Farmers Market hopping will definitely make you hungry, so we will have lunch at Anthony's Oyster Bar. You can
enjoy your meal with the magnificent view of the Puget Sound! The last stop will be the Federal Way Farmers Market. This
will be a wonderful day to shop for fresh products and enjoy a day of great market hopping.
8:30 am-3 pm, Saturday, July 29
Guided Tour: SBC/PL (Limit: 22)
$44 (includes transportation and lunch)
SU06/T-09
STARLIGHT TO LOS ANGELES, DISCOVER SAN DIEGO!
Many of you have been waiting for this trip! We will take Amtrak, Starlight to Los Angeles, CA. This 35-hour-roomette-ride will
give you a relaxing, peaceful, and luxurious experience. Of course, accommodations and all meals on board are included. At the end of this memorable ride
we will stay at Miyako Hotel Los Angeles in the center of Little Tokyo. On day 3, let's discover Little Tokyo. We will have a guided tour at
the Japanese American National Museum in the morning. There are numerous Japanese restaurants in the area for lunch on your own. In the afternoon
explore unique Asian shops you have never seen in Seattle! We will share stories of the day during dinner. Day 4, we will visit The Huntington Library
in the morning. Here you'll find one of the most beautiful Japanese Gardens on the West Coast. In the afternoon we will go to The Getty Center to see
European modern art, architecture, photographs and gardens. Day 5, we will motorcoach to San Diego - enjoy fantastic coast of views from our motorcoach.
Stop over at Old Town San Diego before we check into our hotel. Days 6 and 7, we may visit San Diego Zoo, Wild Animal Park, and SeaWorld.
The tour is not over yet! The last night of the trip, we will have a dinner cruise on San Diego Bay. Share your stories of the week with your fellow
participants and enjoy a wonderful dinner with entertainment. There will be a lot of walking on this tour, so wear comfortable shoes and dress for the climate.
8 am-7:00 pm, October 31-November 7
Guided Tour: King Street Station (Limit: 40)
$1,599 pp/do; $2,229 single (includes 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners, accommodations, Amtrak fare, motor coach, museums, attractions in San Diego,
dinner cruise, and airfare)
*No refunds after September 1*
**Tour schedule subject to change**
***Departure from King St. Station, Seattle***
303 S. Jackson Street
Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 382-4125
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SU06/W-10
FIVE KEYS TO SUCCESSFUL AGING
Come to this workshop and learn strategies for achieving healthy aging, including:
- The most effective exercise program for maintaining energy and vitality
- How to combat weight gain with age
- The optimal diet for prevention of heart disease, cancer, and other chronic illnesses
- Key nutrients that "delay" the aging process and MORE!
Heather Nakamura is a registered dietician with Master's degrees in both Nutrition and Exercise Physiology.
11:00 am-12:00 pm, Wednesday, July 12 at Midori Condos
Instructor: Heather Nakamura
Limit: 20
Tuition: $15
SU06/W-11
LEARN THE LIFESAVING TECHNIQUE OF CPR
Would you know what to do if a loved one's heart stopped or was choking and couldn't breath? If a bystander at the scene administers prompt CPR before the Fire Department's
emergency medical team arrives, individual's chances of survival are more than doubled. Come find out how you can learn to help possibly save the life of a spouse, son, daughter,
friend or loved one. All classes are conducted by Fire Department personnel. Our Adult course is two hours in length and consists of a "Watch-Then-Practice" video,
instructor-led discussion, question and answer period, and training on mannequins, which includes scenarios and peer practice. It's free. CPR is easy to learn...the class is a lot
of fun and the friendly and patient Fire Department CPR instructor, Lt. William Murphy is looking forward to meeting all of you. Donations to the fire department are appreciated.
9:30 am-11:30 am, Wednesday, August 9 at Midori Condos
Instructor: Lt. William Murphy
Limit: 20
Tuition: FREE! (with annual membership)
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SU06/C-15
BEGINNING WATERCOLOR
Express your creativity through the transparent and versatile medium of watercolor paints. Using techniques such as glazing, wet-in-wet, and washes you'll learn basic skills to
create colorful and personal works of art. Supplies needed: watercolor brushes and paper, palette, watercolor paints, a water container, pencil and eraser. Supplies may
be purchased after the first class.
10:30 am-12:00 pm, Tuesdays, July 11-September 5 (no class 7/25) at SBS Dining Room
Instructor: David Pan
Limit: 12
Tuition: $30 (65+older), $40 (64-under)
SU06/C-18
NIKKEI HORIZONS INVESTMENT CLUB
Nikkei Horizons Investment Club is one of thousands of clubs throughout the nation (National Association of Investors Corporation - NAIC) where individual investors
join together to learn about investing by actually buying and selling stocks. The club's mission is to provide a program of sound investment information, learning, and support.
Participants are all novices learning in a hands-on manner, and active participation is expected. NAIC dues and investment contributions are collected on a monthly basis.
This club meets the first Wednesday of each month (unless otherwise specified).
10 am-12 pm, 1st Wednesdays, July 5, Aug. 2, Sept. 6 at KMH
Instructor: Shokichi Tokita
Limit: 20
Tuition: FREE! (with annual membership)
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