Monday, July 10, 2006
4:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tickets: $15.00 (Dine In or Take Out)

Tickets are available through:
SEATTLE KEIRO • SOUTH CHINA RESTAURANT • NIKKEI MANOR
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Click here for more information and directions.

Please Note: Seattle Keiro pickups will be across the street at the Midori Condos Community Room.

An Evening with Apolo Anton Ohno

A Winning Fundraiser for
Nikkei Concerns and the Community

Olympic Gold Medalist Apolo Anton Ohno and his father, Yuki Ohno, hosted An Evening with Apolo Anton Ohno, an exclusive fundraising reception and dinner on Sunday, June 4th, 2006 at Carnegie's Restaurant and Bar in Ballard. Proceeds from the event, which exceeded $20,000 net, will benefit the programs of Nikkei Concerns.

The reception culminated with presentations of gifts to Apolo and Yuki Ohno from community supporters such as the Beacon Hill School children and their principal, Dr. Susie Murphy. Haruko Shimizu, respected Mizuhiki artist and instructor, presented Apolo and Yuki with her special handmade Mizuhiki artwork. This art form made from ribbon-like cord is said to connect the hearts of the giver and receiver. Apolo graciously accepted the gift and, speaking to the crowd, Apolo said "Nikkei Concerns deserves a gold medal." In his brief comments, Apolo also expressed his interest in learning more about his Nikkei heritage and emphasized the importance of our community and the work of Nikkei Concerns.

Following the reception, 31 guests had the rare opportunity to dine privately with Apolo and Yuki and enjoy an elegant five-course meal created by Chef Jerry Brahm. The grand finale was a beautifully plated, chocolate dessert, garnished with gold flakes, appropriately named "Champion on Ice."

A very special thank you to Apolo and Yuki for making this event possible, to Sharon Tomiko Santos for emceeing the event, to Jerry and Susan Brahm of Carnegie's Restaurant and Bar for their generous donation of venue, food and wine. Thank you to all those who attended and made this event successful, and to the many donors, sponsors and volunteers whose generosity, talents and gifts made this evening special.

Mark your calendar on Friday, September 15th, 11 AM-3:30 PM at Seattle Buddhist Church. Come celebrate and learn about all the wonderful classes and activities Nikkei Horizons has to offer. Enjoy special guest speakers who will present health and wellness workshops. For more information, contact Kaori Higashino at 206-726-6469.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

Annual Ayame Kai Holiday Craft Fair
Saturday, November 18th, 2006

Join your friends and the community at this much anticipated fundraiser to support the elders of Nikkei Concerns. The aroma of warm, home baked apple pies will fill the air. Plus, you'll find an assortment of delicious Asian foods to buy. Do your holiday shopping as you visit the booths of crafters and artists from Washington, Oregon, California and Canada. See you there!

A New Location:		Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church 3001 – 24th Avenue South, Seattle, WA
Time:		10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
For Information Call:		Shizue Yahata at (425) 827-4930 Cheryl Sakura at (425) 255-8723

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SUPPORT AYAME KAI FUNDRAISERS & YOU'LL SUPPORT OUR ELDERS!
These fundraising efforts directly benefit the residents and participants of Nikkei Concerns' programs. These items are available for sale at the reception counter of Seattle Keiro and selected items are available at Nikkei Manor. Visit our website to see pictures.

•   14 k. gold Tsuru (Crane) charm	$68
•   "Ichiro" on "Ichiro" book	Special $15
•   30th Anniversary Custom Crafted Kimono Vase	$75

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MAJOR GIFTS TO NIKKEI CONCERNS
Thank You to Our Donors for These New Gifts! (As of 6/15/2006)
Your generous gifts will impact the health and happiness of our elders today and for many years to come. Thank you.

Annual

$5,000-9,999

• Milt Wu in memory of Bill Kunitsugu

$1,000-2,499

• Okumura Family, Koden for Katherine Okumura
• Japanese American Chamber of Commerce / Tom Ikeda (proceeds from the Sushi & Sake event)
• Mitzi Kunitsugu, in memory of Bill Kunitsugu
• Richard and Kathryn Miyauchi Advised Fund, in memory of Michael Miyauchi
• Willis Jones Family, Alfred Tan

Your donation makes a positive difference in the lives of our elders. To donate, please call (206) 323-7100. To every individual, business and corporation...thank you for your support!

Our Current Wish List:

• Lightweight cotton blankets, wheelchair tote bags, bingo prizes such as costume jewelry, new jigsaw puzzles & stuffed animals for our Seattle Keiro residents
• "Ultra Violet Ray" to sanitize beautician's tools at Seattle Keiro
• ID Badge printer
• Antique Japanese or new Asian furnishings for Seattle Keiro: large plasma/flat screen tv, lamps, couches and loveseat sets, framed artwork, living room styled chairs, end tables, sofa tables, display cabinets.
• Nikkei Horizons: Japanese calligraphy materials, a DVD player, a color printer, a digital camera, up to 14 computers (PC hard drives only, less than 3 years old with CD-RW drive (CD burner), small amplifier and microphone system, plywood cabinet (to house server)
• Nikkei Manor new furnishings: loveseats, living room styled chairs
• Kokoro Kai participants and Nikkei Manor residents wish for Japanese rice bowls, lightweight wheelchairs, bingo prizes, large maps of Japan, Europe and the world, books and video tapes on dancing – especially on modern dancing
• A marketing kiosk/display board
• Professional exterior signage for Nikkei Concerns' passenger vans
• A new power point projector, CD burners, lap top computers

To see more items, click here

PLACES TO SEE, THINGS TO DO WITH NIKKEI HORIZONS

TOUR HIGHLIGHT 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 arts, architectures, photographs and gardens. Day 5, we will motor coach to San Diego - enjoy fantastic coast of views from our motor coach. 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(Tu)-7 pm(Tu) Oct. 31-Nov. 7 Guided Tour: King St. Station, Seattle (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 subjects to change** ***Departure from King St. Station, Seattle*** 303 S. Jackson Street Seattle, WA 98104 (206) 382-4125 Are you interested in Cherry Blossom in Washington DC and Civil War Tour? Please let Kaori Higashino know at khigashino@nikkeiconcerns.org or call (206) 726-6469.

Click here for the complete Nikkei Horizons Summer 2006 schedule.

Send registration and payment for all activities to: Nikkei Horizons, 700 6th Ave. S, Seattle, WA 98104. E-mail Nikkei Horizons for more information.