JAMsj E-News
Japanese American Museum of San JoseJuly 2010 - Vol. 3, Issue 5
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Are you interested in volunteering for the new JAMsj Museum Store? Click here. Click here to see photos from the JAMsj Fashion Show
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| JAMsj Grand Opening | |
Photo courtesy of Andy Frazer JAMsj Grand Opening Postponed to October
The grand opening of the Japanese American Museum (JAMsj), originally announced for August 28, has been rescheduled for October 16, announced Aggie Idemoto, board president.
"Construction delays due to circumstances beyond our control prompted this difficult decision," Ms. Idemoto said.
Mark your calendar for the weekend of October 16 and 17, when a variety of celebrations will take place to commemorate the opening:
Saturday, October 16, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
The much anticipated grand opening ceremony will be paired with a party celebrating JAMsj curator and cofounder Jimi Yamaichi's 88th birthday.
Sunday, October 17, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Join us in a family day celebration. We'll have workshops and entertainment for children and adults, followed by an open house at JAMsj. Details to follow.
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| JAMsj Docent Training | |
JAMsj Docent Training
Note: New date and time for event!
September 25 & 30, 2010
9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Japanese American Museum of San Jose
535 N. Fifth Street
San Jose, CA 95112
JAMsj volunteers have been busy with new and returning exhibits in preparation for our grand opening. More docents and docent training are essential to the success of the expanded collection.
As a JAMsj docent, you will make many new friends |
What is a Docent?
Docents are volunteer educators who interpret and communicate our educational message to the public during museum tours. There are no prerequisites to be a JAMsj docent. All we want are dependable and enthusiastic people who are willing to learn.
Why Become a Docent?In addition to the satisfaction of providing a valuable community service, you will receive continuing education with expert instruction, a broad assortment of instructional materials, access to our research library, and special invitations to docent events. Introduction for Prospective DocentsCurator Jimi Yamaichi and Education Director Aggie Idemoto will provide docent training for new and experienced docents on Saturday, September 25, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at JAMsj. The session will be repeated on Thursday, September 30, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Pledge of Allegiance, Raphael Weill Elementary School in San Francisco. Dorothea Lange.
 | The national museum standards for "interpretation" will guide docent development for the sharing of Japanese American art, history, and culture. Because quality exhibits extend beyond photos and captions, docents will learn interactive strategies to enhance visitor experience.
Interested in becoming a JAMsj docent? You can submit an online volunteer application form. For further information or if you would like to register for docent training, contact Aggie Idemoto at (408) 268-4440 or send email to VolunteerAdmin@jamsj.org. |
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JAMsj/Yu-Ai Kai Book Club
Turning Japanese: Memoirs of a Sansei
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 JAMsj/Yu-Ai Kai Book ClubTurning Japanese: Memoirs of a Sansei
David Mura
August 6, 20101:00 pmYu-Ai
Kai Community Senior Services Center588 N. Fourth Street
San Jose, CA 95112
About author David Mura
"Turning Japanese
reads like a fascinating novel you can't put down . . . The strength and
eloquence of Mura's book resides in his ability to capture and speak to the
Japanese American experience across generations, and perhaps more importantly,
to present the tools and insights for people across cultures and ethnicities to
examine, reexamine, and reclaim their sense of history and identity ." -- Asian Week
The book club
meets the first Friday of every other month and is always
open to new members. Selections are chosen collaboratively at the
end of each meeting and align with the JAMsj mission: the celebration
of Japanese
American art, history, and culture. Books are readily available at San
Jose public libraries. If you have questions, please contact Aggie
Idemoto at (408) 268-4440 or aggie@jamsj.org
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Volunteer Opportunities
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As we get ready for our grand opening, we will need many more volunteers to help with various activities. Help is desired in many exciting areas.
We have immediate openings for:
Docents Museum store staff
Volunteer coordinator - Event coordinators and event assistants
- Online communication developers
There are many other positions that are available. Click here for more information about our exciting opportunities.
Become a part of the JAMsj family by becoming a volunteer! Send email to VolunteerAdmin@jamsj.org, fill out an online volunteer form, or call our office at (408) 294-3138.
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Japanese American Museum of San Jose (JAMsj)535 N. Fifth StreetSan Jose, CA 95112Tel: (408) 294-3138Email: mail@jamsj.orgwww.jamsj.org |
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