Japanese Cultural Outreach Week

The Raleigh Parks Active Adult Program is working with the Japan America Society of North Carolina to provide week-long Japanese cultural outreach programs.

Registration is required and is limited to 20 participants per session. A materials fee of $5 at each event will be collected to attend the program. Register on Reclink or in person at any Raleigh Parks facility.

• Furoshiki
  Monday, Sept. 16 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., Anne Gordon Center
  This class teaches how to wrap an object using fabric to transport goods. Please bring your own water bottle and a small box.
• Tea Ceremony
  Monday, Sept. 16, 3 - 4 p.m., Anne Gordon Center
  Participants will learn about the traditional Japanese tea ceremony and how to drink matcha.
• Kiri-Gami
  Tuesday, Sept. 17, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., Five Points Center
  Participants will learn to create intricate designs by cutting and folding Origami paper
• Onigiri
  Tuesday, Sept. 17, 3 - 4 p.m., Five Points Center
  Participants will learn how to make Japanese rice balls, ideal for picnic and bento boxes.
• Chigiri-E
  Wednesday. Sept. 18, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., Walnut Terrace Center
  Participants will learn to create artwork using small pieces of torn Washi paper.
• Sumi-E
  Wednesday. Sept. 18, 3 - 4 p.m, Walnut Terrace Center
  Participants will learn drawing techniques, using the contrast of black ink.

Dates: Monday, Sept. 16 - Wednesday, Sept. 18
Times: 1:30- 2:30 p.m. and 3-4 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: 5$ per event
Register on RecLink