We would like to make a collection and perhaps even cut a CD so contact Melisa. Our big annual social events are our shinnenkai dinner, and our bowling and softball tournaments where we compete against teams from Japanese companies and organizations. Many of our members help with the JET recruitment and selection each year and we put on a pre-departure orientation in June. We also hold a job seminar for recent returnees in the fall. We participate in other local events including the Japan Society Matsuri, Brooklyn Cherry Blossom Festival, and New York Cares Day.
Summer is a fantastic time to be in the windy city.
There are art and music festivals of all varieties and Chicago is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the sister city relationship with Osaka this year. We hope you will join us for a Welcome Back Barbeque on September 19. Save the date, and contact us for details when you are in town. You can reach us at P.O. Box 11676, Chicago, IL 60611-0676. We are planning a Jobs Fair for November 7 so mark your calendar.