Don't Miss the 24th Annual Ayame Kai Holiday Craft Fair! It's Free! It's Fun!
Proceeds to benefit Nikkei Concerns' programs: Seattle Keiro, Nikkei Manor, Nikkei Horizons and Kokoro Kai. There'll be over 55 craft designers from Washington, California and Oregon. Enjoy delicious home baked goods and Asian food items.

Date:	Saturday, November 19, 2005
Time:	10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Place:	Seattle Buddhist Church 1427 S. Main Street, Seattle, Washington 98144
Contact:	425.827.4930 425.255.8723 425.643.9449

Limited Quantities! Kimono Centerpiece Vases on Sale Now
Local artist, Sue Baldwin, uniquely designed and crafted kimono centerpiece vases for the Nikkei Concerns' 30th Anniversary auction tables. Lucky bidders were able to purchase them at the event. In response to popular demand, prepayment orders are being accepted. There are four colorations on the vases to represent the four seasons; pink and green for spring, rust-tone for fall, gold & green for summer, and white & teal for winter. Orders and payment of $75.00 per vase are being accepted at the receptionist's counter at Seattle Keiro or by calling Lillian Hayashi at 206.323-7100. Proceeds will go to a Season of Support for Seattle Keiro residents

There's Still Room Available for a Free Session on "Effective Estate Planning"
This free session will help you plan for your future financial needs. At this open house you can enjoy a continental breakfast, mingle and have informal, private meetings with these special guests:

• Marcia Fujimoto, Attorney, Graham & Dunn
• Naoko Huffman, CFP, Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Consulting, Bank of America Private Bank
• Megumi Kobayashi, CFP, International Financial Advisor, Merrill Lynch
• Ned Sato, Attorney, Montgomery Purdue Blankinship & Austin

Workplace Giving & Nikkei Concerns
During the next few weeks many of you will be hearing a great deal about your local United Way giving campaign. But did you know that you can designate your gift to Nikkei Concerns? Last year alone Nikkei Concerns received over $34,140 to support our cherished elders.

Every donation, large or small, helps support our elders and defray the costs at Nikkei Concerns. To donate, please call 206.323.7100.

Seattle Keiro:

Newer Computers Newer Computer monitors Newer Printers Filing Cabinet Calculators

Card Table Power Washer Patio Umbrellas Digital Camera

Volunteering for Nikkei Concerns is a great way to meet new people and make a positive difference in the lives of our residents. Here are ways to be involved. If interested, contact Amy French at (206) 726-7830 or afrench@nikkeiconcerns.org.

• Volunteer van and/or bus drivers wanted for residents' activity outings on Thursdays and Fridays. Commercial driver's license required for bus drivers. Will train and assist in obtaining commercial driver's license if interested.
• Volunteer licensed beautician wanted to give haircuts, style, and/or perms to residents at Seattle Keiro Nursing Home.
• Hydration Cart Volunteers wanted for Nikkei Manor Assisted Living Facility to offer beverages to residents. Volunteer any day from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Weekday Activities Volunteers wanted to help activities staff to invite residents to join in activities. Assist staff in preparing activities and encouraging participation.
• Volunteer Entertainers wanted to bring holiday cheer to the residents of Seattle Keiro Nursing Home and Nikkei Manor Assisted Living Facility. Share your or your group's talents with the residents!

Kokoro Kai Participants Need Volunteer Drivers!
Volunteers use their own vehicles to drive Kokoro Kai participants. Drivers are especially needed in Bellevue, Mercer Island, North Seattle, West Seattle and Renton. For more information, contact Naoko Ulstein at (206) 726-6474 or naokou@nikkeiconcerns.org

ON THE MOVE WITH NIKKEI HORIZONS

Tours
Magical Christmas Night Lights: Still Room available!
Festive decorations are a very special part of the Christmas season. We'll walk through the beautiful Bellevue Botanical Gardens and see how the garden blooms in the middle of winter with thousands of lights used to create these unique botanical displays. Prior to our night light viewing we'll enjoy a unique Japanese dinner at the new Flo Restaurant.
Thursday, December 15, 4:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Mexican Rivera Tour: Still Room available!
Cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line's for a unique 8 days of fun in the sun. You will visit Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta, Zihuantanejo/Ixtapa and Cabo San Lucas. If interested please call (206) 726-6469
Saturday, January 28 - Sunday, February 5
$1860 pp/double; add $909 for single occupancy (cost includes: roundtrip airfare, all transfers, group photo, travel insurance, all port fees and taxes)

Workshops
Osechi Ryoui: Traditional Japanese New Years Cooking! Still OPEN!
Traditional New Years cooking in Japan is an elaborate production of delectable dishes, each with its own symbol of hope for the coming year. This workshop will teach you more about the history and meaning behind each dish, and introduce you to a few recipes you can try at home. This class will be part participation and demonstration. Students will have the opportunity to taste some of the final products. Yuki Chikamura is an avid cook of Japanese cuisine who has worked with professional chefs and taught cooking classes in Japan and the U.S.
NEW DATE! Thursday, December 1, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Computer Short Classes
Address Labels: STILL OPEN!
Learn to create address labels, just in time for the holidays.
Tuesdays, November 8, 15, 1-3:00 p.m.

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