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Sangha
President’s
Message Allan Hoshida Congratulations to everyone for a very successful Hanamatsuri Service and annual Dharma School play on April 8. This year’s presentation, “Pirates of the Caribbean — The Golden Chain,” was a wonderfully written script/play and very enjoyable to watch all of the on-stage performances. Special thanks to all of the Dharma School students and teachers, volunteers and parents. Special recognition goes to adult advisors Cliff Adams and Ann Amioka, Directors Sydney Adams and Tadao Koyama, Assistant Director Emily Furukawa and all of the stage crew/helpers. Great job everyone! Thank you also to Kiyo’s Florist for donating the carnations and moss for the hanamido. Part of our Hanamatsuri service this year was a special recognition of Akio Seo as our newest Elder. A short bio of Akio: Born on March 11, 1936 to Gunroku and Misao Seo in Sacramento, California. Akio was next to last in a family of five brothers and four sisters. He grew up in Penryn, attended Penryn Elementary School, Placer High School in Auburn, Sierra College in Auburn, and is a graduate of Los Angeles State College. He worked in various departments with the State of California and retired in 1998 after a 42-year career, working mainly in the administrative areas: accounting, administrative analyst and information technology. Akio has been married to Ruth Seo for 40 years and they have two sons. The eldest, Derek, 36, lives in Sacramento with his wife, Audrey, and their two sons, Ryan and Kyle. Their younger son, Kirk, 34, is unmarried and lives in Downey, California. Akio and Ruth moved from Los Angeles in 1969 to Sacramento and they have lived here ever since. They became members of YABA soon after where Akio served as treasurer, vice president and president in the 1970s, also began serving in the Betsuin Board in the 1980s as a board member and was an auditor and treasurer. He served as Betsuin President in 1997 and 1998 and for six months in 1999, completing the term for Lillian Amioka, who passed away in June 1999. He also served as chairman of the Sacramento Bazaar. Some highlights in Akio’s life were finishing college, getting married, having two sons and two grandchildren, overseeing as Betsuin president, the fundraising and construction of our 100th Anniversary Nokotsudo and remodeling project of our temple complex. He also was a member of the Sacramento County Grand Jury from July 1997 to June 30, 1998. Congratulations, Akio, for having a wonderful family and on your many years of service to our temple/community. We all look forward to your continuing participation, thoughtfulness and guidance on the Betsuin Board of Trustees. Personally, Meriko and I would like to thank you and Ruth for being such great friends for almost 30 years. On March 18, I was invited to the sports program Coach’s Appreciation Dinner held in the kaikan and attended by many players, parents, volunteers and invited guests. This evening was to recognize and thank all of the great coaches who volunteered to help with the sports program this past year and it was very impressive to see how many people are involved in the program. Keep up the good work and thank you to all of the dedicated adult leaders, volunteers and coaches. The 2007 Rev. Yukawa Coach’s Award was presented to Bruce Kushida as the outstanding example for coach of the year. It was very moving listening to Bruce’s players giving their thanks to him and it was quite evident that his players recognized the special ways in which he treated each and everyone of them. Congratulations, Bruce! I know that Rev. Yukawa would be very proud of you, and thank you very much for all that you have done and continue to do. Also, Nicole Nakata was recognized as the outstanding graduating senior girl. Congratulations, Nicole, and please continue your great work and community service. Finally, the guest speaker for the evening was Rodney Kunisaki, who has been a very active member of past Betsuin Sports Committee/programs and a leader in our Sacramento community. Thanks, Rodney, for your thoughtful and meaningful comments regarding the value and example that our coaches, as well as adult leaders, should have/aspire to and the impact they will have on our kids participating in the sports/youth programs. I would like to thank the Sports Committee for the $500 donation to help pay for a new screen in the kaikan. A follow up to the Jodo Shinshu Center (JSC) and BCA 21st Century Campaign: Our Board of Trustees in April voted to somehow help with the funding of the JSC building/financing. The board has not yet decided on how or how much will be our contribution. For those Betsuin temple individuals/members who are truly interested in donating/giving to the campaign, please review the Wheel of Dharma news articles and donation forms. If there are any questions, comments, concerns, please call me or leave a message at the church office. Rinban Bob Oshita Hello and welcome to the month of May…. Although we know well that each day is precious and we know that we must try to appreciate each and every day; most of us fall into our usual routine and in doing so, we take so very much for granted. When we are enjoying good health, we just feel this is as it should be. In early February, I began experiencing a sensation of cardiac arrhythmia. The episodes would occur each day more times than I could count. The episodes of arrhythmia would cause an involuntary cough and so there was no hiding them from Patti. Her growing concern encouraged me to see the doctor and have an EKG done. That same day, I went to the cardiologist where I was set up with a 24-hour monitor. This was followed with an echocardiogram. All the tests confirmed an arrhythmia: Premature Ventricular Contractions. There is little that can be done about this condition. Many people have it…and it’s not fatal unless the heart goes into tachycardia (I went online to research this, as people do nowadays). But this experience caused me to very naturally review my life again with a renewed urgency. Realizing again that regardless of how healthy we may feel, life can end most suddenly, I began to ask myself some important questions. My immediate questions were: Is my life in order? Do I have much regret? Is there something I feel I really need to do before I die? After much deep reflection and critical analysis, I felt, “Yes, my life’s in decent order. No, I have very few regrets.” I pronounced my life “FULFILLED.” Then with conviction, I expressed these things to Patti and told her, “My life has far exceeded my expectations. It’s been great. My only wish was that my wife was nicer to me….” Patti of course shook her head and said, “You seem just fine to me….” It is often the health adversity we must face that makes us remember again that rain or shine, hot or cold, every day is a good day. Every opportunity to be with those we love is one to cherish. In Jodo Shinshu, to live with such Awareness and with such Appreciation, we call “A life of Nembutsu.” Let’s not wait for adversity to appreciate all that we have. Namo Amida Butsu…. Greeters’ ProgramWinter/Spring 2007 During the Dharma School session, the following Betsuin Board members will warmly welcome visitors to Dharma Service on Sundays. January 1 No Dharma Class Happy New Year January 7 Frank Hirota Shigeko Tanaka Marc Ely January 14 Mark Amioka Richard Kai Kelvin Mark January 21 Pauline Sing Ken Koyama Denis Ishisaka January 28 Valerie Fong Allan Hoshida Keith Kato February 4 Don Honda John Fujimoto Ken Furukawa February 11 Roy Imura Diane Muranaka Shirley Sekeres February 18 Eddie Imai Roger Ito Diane Shimosaka February 25 Steve Kawano Brian Okamoto Sheryl Kajioka March 4 Don Masuda Bob Tanaka Mark Umeda March 11 Mary Ann Miyao Ted Yoshimura March 18 Frank Hirota Shigeko Tanaka Marc Ely March 25 Mark Amioka Richard Kai Kelvin Mark April 1 Pauline Sing Ken Koyama Denis Ishisaka April 8 Valerie Fong Allan Hoshida Keith Kato April 15 Don Honda John Fujimoto Ken Furukawa April 22 Roy Imura Diane Muranaka Shirley Sekeres April 29 No Dharma Class Dharma Teachers Conference May 6 Edddie Imai Roger Ito Diane Shimosaka May 13 Steve Kawano Brian Okamoto Sheryl Kajioka May 20, Don Masuda Bob Tanaka Mark Umeda May 27 Mary Ann Miyao Ted Yoshimura June 3 No Dharma Class: JACL Picnic June 10 No Dharma Class: Dharma School Picnic From The OfficeThanks again to the dynamic trio — Billy, Ted and Wayne — for helping out with the mailout. Church MaintenanceEd Imai Over the past month, the following members performed maintenance on the Betsuin’s facilities. The Betsuin is sincerely appreciative to the following members for volunteering their time and hard efforts: - Don Honda replaced ceiling tiles in Classrooms #1 and 4. Repaired kaikan roof swamp cooler leaking water pipes. - Sam Adachi fixed main kitchen oven/stove controls. - Frank Hirota and Sam Adachi fixed main women’s bathroom stall door. - Frank Hirota cleaned out kaikan swamp cooler water pans. Repaired leaking faucet in Rev. Kaz’ house. - John Itagaki, Tomio Masaki and Mike Nagai repaired fence on north side of parking lot. Still awaiting Kyle Wakabayashi to commence Eagle Scout project on the north fence and gate. - Nick Shebert is set to install the automatic screen in the kaikan. The screen is quite heavy and needs 3-4 people to help. To lend a hand, please call the church office at 446-0121 and leave your name and phone number so Nick can get back to you with specifics. Thanks Bazaar61st ANNUAL JAPANESE FOOD & CULTURAL BAZAAR! Date: August 11th & 12th Time: Noon till 9:00pm Admission: FREE! Hiroko Hayashi In Memory of Minoru Hayashi Rieko Inaba Emiko Kimura In Memory of Mother, Tomiye Kimura Kazuo Kimura In Memory of Mother, Tomiye Kimura Machiko Kimura In Memory of Tomiye Kimura Shizue Shinkawa In Memory of Seigo Shinkawa Rose Watanabe Eleanor Nobuye Tomio Shimizu In Memory of Minoru Hayashi Hattie Sumida In Memory of Shigeko Kushida Alan Wu Time is just flying by. Here it is May already, and what does May mean to you? Well, just like the time-honored traditions we all grew up with, May brings up all kinds of thoughts of looking back and giving thanks to those who have stepped up, out of the crowd, and contributed to our sports program. First and foremost, we would like to acknowledge the following people for their very generous donations to our program: Russell Tanihana Steve Sasaki Keith Okasaki Kenny Yasuda Thank you all for your generosity. It is very much appreciated. Secondly, we honor and pay tribute to the coaches who are the backbone of our basketball program with the annual Coach’s Appreciation Dinner that was held in March. We fully recognize and also appreciate all the time, energy and effort it requires to coach a basketball team, and this year due to the success of our tournament concession stands, the Sports Committee agreed to subsidize the dinner. Hah, I bet you thought you would get only a $.99 Junior Whopper and a small drink for your $2 dinner! Thank you to Ford Kinoshita for masterfully preparing the animal flesh that we all enjoyed so much that evening. The dinner was also a great success due in a large part to the following people who stepped up to lend a helping hand, which is always needed and appreciated: Lisa Kikumoto, Arlene Sakazaki, Lori Yee, Derrick Adachi, Lyndsey Kikumoto, Ryan Sakazaki, Marty Sakata, Roger Ikemoto, David Yasuda, Ken Okuhara, Steve Sasaki, Jeff and Jimmy Tsuruoka, Makenna Huey, Missy Kuyama, Arlene Matsuura, Don and Linda Honda, Keith Adachi, Dale and Dina Louie, Paul Wakabayashi, Emily Yamamoto, Jason Taira, Glenn Kumamoto, Rod Wong, Denis Ishisaka, Michael Horita Sr., Ron Ikemoto, Robyn Kimura, Jerry Lee, Cole Taira, Scott Kumamoto, Ryan Wong, Davis Yasuda, Brian Ishisaka, Chase Wilkins, Jeremy Fong, Michael Horita Jr., Tyler Sakata, Karen Shimada, Janis Fong, Teri Yasuda, Lesly Ishisaka, Brian Okamoto, Jason Okamoto, Lauren Kikumoto, Doris and Kayla Arakaki, and a special thank you to Clyde Uchida for his generous rice donation that fed all 500 of us at the dinner. The above list is by no means a complete listing of all of those who helped out. We sincerely apologize to anyone who helped us and was not mentioned. It is a busy and hectic night for the committee and we honestly could not recall each and every person who helped out, BUT please be assured that the committee fully appreciates all the families in our sports program for all the tangible and intangible contributions they make for the sports program. At the Coach’s Dinner, not only are the coaches recognized, but two of our players are recognized for their overall contribution to our sports program, both on and off the basketball court for their entire career as a Betsuin player. The Aki Fukushima Award recognizes these players for their basketball sportsmanship and also their Dharma citizenship. All the winners of this award throughout the years can be viewed in the trophy case next to the pay phone that isn’t there anymore. This year the recipients of the Aki Fukushima Award are Nicole Nakata and Jared Honda. Congratulations to Nicole and Jared! And each year a coach is selected for the Rinban Yukawa Award. The coach that receives this award has not only devoted many years to the sports program, but also has taught and instilled into our children the essence of our sports program as Rinban Yukawa envisioned it many years ago, namely the values of sportsmanship, teamwork, citizenship and the life lessons that sports brings out. This year the Rinban Yukawa Award recipient is Bruce Kushida. Congratulations, Bruce! After over 10 years as a Betsuin coach, Bruce, you still have couple more years to go, so sit down and wipe your eyes! As another reminder: the March Madness tournaments are over and done for the year, but the kids are still expected to attend Dharma School until the annual picnic. Attendance is still tracked and will be used to determine eligibility for next season. Attendance records are kept on a “rolling calendar,” which means attendance is tracked for the last 12 months. In September, attendance records are based from September of last year through September of this year, so attendance in April, May and June is very important. Returning players may start in September with an attendance record of less than 60 percent, and therefore not eligible to play, so keep attending and everything will take care of itself. Are you tired of your usual routine of taking your kids to practice and then picking them up from practice week after week after week? Want some excitement in your life? Well, get out of being a taxi driver for your kids and avail your services to the Sports Committee and be a part of the fast-paced, high tech world of sports management. We have a few positions available and we are looking for fun and exciting people to fill them. So, please take some time to consider making a change in your life and join the Sports Committee team….Operators are standing by, or just talk with your division coordinator on Sunday in the courtyard, or just leave your name with Tak in the church office. We do more by noon than most people do by 12 p.m.! Inquire within. Must be a California resident, void where prohibited. Important Dates to Remember: May 5 Cinco de Mayo May 13 Mother’s Day May 28 Memorial Day June 16-17 Central Cal Tournament in Fresno Masako Thomas Contact Masako Thomas at (916) 482-8770 or e-mail: sakurahanami@hotmail.com. Richard Kai The Northern California Dharma School Teachers’ League (NCDSTL) hosted the 56th Annual Conference of Federation of Dharma School Teachers at the Doubletree Hotel on April 27-29. The conference was again a wild hit with more than 200 attendees — a number far greater than expected joining the NCDSTL conference coordinators comprised of many Sacramento Betsuin Dharma School teachers and administrators. The theme of the conference was “Dharma for Dummies II,” the sequel to the 2002 conference hosted by NCDSTL at the same hotel. The 200 attendees were divided into eight equal groups with NCDSTL members facilitating three workshops throughout the day. The theme for each workshop was centered off Dr. Satsuki Ina’s opening remarks on self-awareness and personal character building. The facilitators used the highlights of Dr. Ina’s keynote address to transition into the morning workshop entitled “Discovery,” with several ice breaker tools used to acquaint each group to the material developed for the conference. The second theme, called “Going Deeper,” started after the lunch hour and built on the morning’s awakening session. The final workshop was constructed around the theme “Making it Real.” I’m sure the conference attendees were again blown away with the deep understanding of the Dharma and Buddhism by the Northern California chapter temples and were impressed by the tools used to bring out the deep awareness of the self through the Dharma for Dummies theme. A sample of the tools that were used by the workshop facilitators to create the warm, friendly, and comfortable workshop surroundings included: - Bringing Out the Animal in You - Sitting Meditation - Who Am I (an ice breaker of famous people similar to Indian Poker) - Taking off the Mask; Who Am I and Who are You - Walking Meditation - Colors: Understanding Your Preferences and Characteristics - Meditation: What Are You Aware of Now? - Lesson Planning - No Monku Contract A discussion of each item followed each tool with the facilitators encouraging the participants to share their feelings and thinking with the group. The facilitators emphasized the most important outcome for the two-day event was to have FUN and enjoy NCDSTL’s hospitality. The closing ceremony on Sunday marked the end of more than six months of planning for this event. As the conference co-chair, I extend my thanks and appreciation to the Northern California chapter temples, workshop facilitators and room helpers, and the Women’s Buddhist programs from Placer, Marysville, Florin, Lodi, Stockton, Walnut Grove and Sacramento for hosting and stocking the Hospitality Room with ample food and drinks for all attendees. P.S. If I didn’t say it before, then let me say it now by extending my thanks Cliff Adams and Ann Amioka and all those who made the Hanamatsuri Service and Play a hit revue. May and June Events: May 6: Parents Day May 13: Gotan-e Service: No Class May 27: Last Day of Dharma School June 3: JACL Picnic June 10: Dharma School Picnic Donations Dharma School “courtyard” gratefully acknowledges donations from the following: 4th Grade Dharma School April Adachi Wendy Bartlett Betsuin Choir Betsuin Sports Committee Brownies 3 Girl Scouts Robert & Norma Ito Mae Kaneko James & Jean Kawano Reiko Kurahara Fred & Betty Matsuda Yo Morisawa Eleanor Nobuye Mary Orite Oto’s Japan Food Nancy Shimizu Sueko Yamashita Fusaye Yokoyama Thank You to Stage Construction Crew Thank you to the following for putting up and taking down the stage extension in the kaikan for Hanamatsuri: Wednesday, April 4: Putting up stage extension: Yosh Nakamoto, Eiichi Okamoto, Robert Ito and Akio Seo. Monday, April 9: Tearing down stage extension and putting it away: Wayne Kurahara & crew. Boy ScoutsBryant Lee There were some significant events that occurred this spring between March 12 and April 12. A seminar was held on March 15, where Assistant Scoutmaster Gary Gotow discussed with Senior Scouts and their parents how to properly carry out an Eagle project. On March 16, the troop held a regular meeting. On March 23, the troop participated in the Pack 50 Scout Night, an event in which the Scouts of both Troop 50 and 250 participate in various activities with the Cub Scouts of Pack 50 led by Assistant Scoutmaster Tod Borges. The Scouts who took the Crime Prevention Merit Badge went on a trip to the Solano State Prison to participate in the Prison Outreach Program on April 2. Scoutmaster Spencer Wong led the Scouts through a tour where they got to meet some of the inmates in the Prison Outreach Program. On April 13, there was a Greenbar, a troop meeting and also a parent meeting. April 20 was a regular troop meeting. The weekend of April 21-22 was a busy one because Saturday afternoon was the Iron-Chef Cook-Off led by Assistant Scoutmaster Norman Gee, and at night, Scouts went on an overnight trip to a rock climbing outing. Scouts also took the Rock Climbing Merit Badge while at the event, which started from 10 at night and Scouts left at 6 in the morning on Sunday led by Assistant Scoutmaster Tod Borges. The weekend of the April 27-29 was the Pardee outing the Scouts attended with the Webelo Scouts of Pack 50 led by Scoutmaster Spencer Wong. On May 4 there is a troop meeting and also a parent meeting. May 5 is Cystic Fibrosis, a service project at Capitol Park led by Assistant Scoutmaster Jim Tabuchi. Also the weekend of May 4-6 is National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) where Scouts learn the leadership skills to become a patrol leader. Girl Scouts Troop 569Tony Cooper Hello everyone! Congratulations to all for making this year’s Thinking Day a wonderful success! This year's program, “The Amazing Race,” was well coordinated by Seniors 2. Seniors 1: Congratulations to Allison Wu, Kristi Morita, Courtney Hori and Brooke Muranaka for receiving their final approval for the Gold Award. We also understand all the girls are accepting their college offers about this time.…I’m sure we’ll hear more about that soon! Seniors 3: Congratulations to Lauren Otani and Michelle Tamai for earning their Silver Award. Lauren created CDs of relaxing piano music for hospital patients undergoing long-term treatments. The recordings were actually from pieces played by Lauren, her friends and other Girl Scouts! Lauren also made relaxation cards to assist the patients in easing their discomfort by focusing on various methods of relaxation. Michelle worked with residents of Primrose Alzheimer’s Center and led craft projects, sewed material bags to carry their personal belongings, played piano for entertainment, and coordinated holiday crafts and a party. Being exposed to the residents’ medical needs and limitations was a learning experience for Michelle, and she certainly enjoyed her interaction with them. Brownies 3: Hosted a dinner for Reiko Kurahara and her “crew” in appreciation for all they do for us on Sundays, and everyday during the week. The girls helped prepare and serve the meal that included a tender tri-tip, smoked salmon, fancy potatoes, tasty asparagus, dessert, and other delicacies. Special thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Shimada for their generous financial gift to the troop, and the “crew” for the yummy box of cookies. We also completed two Try-Its as well. The first was “Sports and Games” and “Playing Around the World” — where the girls played traditional games from Japan, Sudan, Zimbabwe and American games. Finally, it was great to watch the spirit and teamwork between Brownies 3, 4 and 5, in learning their dance routine and German cultural music for Thinking Day. It is never easy coordinating almost 40 performers, but each girl knew her part, and executed beautifully. Sacramento Buddhist Women’s Association L. M. Ito Dharma Message Rinban Oshita encouraged the Fujinkai members to pass along the family stories because if we do not, then they will be lost. He recalled that April is the time when his parents passed away. He stated that he was fortunate to be able to spend time with his mother before she passed away. During one of those times, she told a story about how clever he was when he was young. It seems that once he drew on a wall. His mother made him clean it up and told him not to draw on that wall again. Later he drew on the opposite wall. After cleaning that up she took him around the house and pointed out all the walls that he was not to draw on. Later, he drew on a door. After cleaning that up, she told him not to draw on any doors. Later, he drew on the door frame. What a delightful family story. It is a great opportunity for grown people to get to see and know their younger selves. Pass these family treasures on. President’s Message/Molly KimuraThanks were expressed to all the committee chairwomen and members for all their work. Correspondence - Buddhist Churches of America: Thank you for Wheel of Dharma donation. - Stockton BWA: Invitation to attend their Centennial celebration, November 17, 2007. Donations Memorial Ruth Hayashi In Memory of Yoneyo Hayashi Diane Muranaka In Memory of Sam Muranaka Heidi Sakazaki In Memory of Irene Ayako Fujimoto Special Reiko Kurahara Recovery Mae Kaneko Special Appreciation Committee ReportsConferences and Meetings/Hiroko Tsuda Please mark your calendars for the 40th BCA FBWA Conference on October 12-14, 2007 at the Marriott San Francisco Airport Hotel. Please join the Northern California BWA to attend the FBWA conference this fall. The chartered bus will leave the Sacramento Buddhist Church at 8 a.m. on Friday, October 12, and return approximately 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 14.The NCBWA is subsidizing $500 toward the busfare. The conference registration deadline is June 30. Meeting The first meeting for those riding this bus will be held at the Sacramento Buddhist Church to discuss our itinerary. When Tuesday, May 22, 10:00 a.m – 12 noon Sacramento Buddhist Church Classrooms I – IV Purpose - NCBWA registration for bus transportation - To vote on Friday conference tour choices and/or plan our own special Friday tour. - For Sacramento BWA members, spouses and friends: In addition to the above items, there will be conference registration ($130 includes workshops, Saturday lunch and dinner); separate registration for workshops (Japanese or English); and Sunday bento orders ($10) for trip home, if desired. Lodging Please make your own hotel reservations before July 31. Marriott San Francisco Airport Hotel 1800 Old Bayshore Highway Burlingame, CA 94010 (800) 228-9290 or Fax (650) 692-9861 Please use Group Code FOBFOBA for special rate Room rates: King or two doubles at $91, plus taxes, per night. (Single or double occupancy is the same—please only 2 to a room.) For more information, please call Alice Kataoka (916) 442-2433 or Hiroko Tsuda (916) 427-0890 Social Services/Marcia Matsuda and Mitzie Muramoto - Helen Morishita passed away on March 7. A sympathy card with okoden was sent to the family. - Irene Fujimoto passed away on March 19. A sympathy card with okoden was sent to the family. Nursing home visitations have been planned. The committee requests that members who know of or have a member in a nursing home, please contact them so that they can update their information. Due to privacy restrictions, we rely upon family and friends to make sure that the people in the facilities are not left out. Religious/Fusako Takahashi and Midori Ito Thank you to the following people for their past participation in the Spring Ohigan service. Hiroko Tsuda was chairman of the Japanese service, and Machiko Kimura organist. The oshoko representatives were Keiko Kashiwada for the 9:30 service, and Eleanor Nobuye for the 11:30 service. Shirley Kato and Lynn Kurahara served refreshments. Thanks also to Reiko Kurahara for being the oshoko representative for the Hanamatsuri service. Special Events Spring Food Festival/Virginia Uchida Thanks were extended to all the people who made the Spring Food Festival such a success. Southern California Trip/Mary Inouye Deadline to submit requests is May 15. Please see last month’s Sangha for details. Contact Mary Inouye and Alice Kataoka for further information. New Business Lillian Ishii has kindly restarted the crafts day on the last Friday of each month from 1:30-3:30. Please come out and help make beautiful crafts to sell for our summer Bazaar. Special Donations Thanks to the following people for making the meeting that much sweeter: Lynn Kurahara, Tomi Tanaka, Molly Kimura, Utako Kimura and Heidi Sakazaki. _______________________________________________________________________________ SBWA Bus Trip to Southern California Dates: June 19, 20, 21, 2007 (Tues, Wed, Thurs) Submit request by May 15, 2007.
Costs: Transportation: $0 for qualifying SBWA members. (Cost to be covered from the Tamale Sales Fund). (For your information: Depending on the bus size, 3 days/2 nights approximate cost is $3,600-$4,000, excluding driver’s lodging + parking fees.) Lodging: Make own hotel reservations for two nights (June 19 &20) Miyako Hotel 1-800-228-6596 or www.miyakola.com. Please identify yourself as SBWA member when making reservation. $99 + 14% tax per night/per person for double occupancy. Meals: Not included during this trip. Many restaurants are available at stopping points. Itinerary: 6/19/07 7 a.m. Depart from Sacramento Buddhist Church. Those leaving car in the church parking lot, get permission. Pack own lunch. Water and doughnuts will be provided. 1st Stop Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley Regular admission: $7; age 61+ years: $5 2nd Stop Japan Town L.A. Tour Japanese Historical Museum (special rate $4) Lodging at Miyako Hotel 6/20/07 After breakfast, bus to visit: (1) Nishi Hongwanji Betsuin (2) Tour Hsi Lai Temple. This temple covers 15 acres and 102,432 square feet floor area, so wear comfortable shoes. No cameras/videos allowed throughout the entire Temple grounds. Also, no smoking. A vegetarian buffet lunch is available between 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Lodging at Miyako Hotel. 6/21/07 Pack to leave for home. After breakfast, bus to Marukai Gardena Store. After shopping, pick up obento and drinks. Helpful hint: Use flat felt pen or ribbon ties to expedite identifying your purchases and belongings. Estimated arrival time: 6-7 p.m. Contacts: Mary Inouye 451-9771 or Alice Kataoka 442-2433 Save the Date! Join the Fun on Wednesday, August 22, 2007 the day the 12th Annual Sacramento Betsuin Seniors Golf Tourney will be held. Application/registration will be available in the next Sangha and on the bulletin board in the hallway of the Betsuin.
Funeral Sakae Shintaku Family In Memory of Sakae Shintaku M/M James Kawano In Memory of Irene Fujimoto Hironaka Family In Memory of Hiroshi Hironaka Bettay Araki Family In Memory of Bettay Araki M/M John Itagaki In Memory of Asako Endo Lorna Fong In Memory of Irene Fujimoto Creston & Corlene Goi In Memory of Helen Morishita Yoshiharu Sakurada Family In Memory of Yoshiharu T. Sakurada Kazuaki & Kazuye Shintaku In Memory of Sakae Shintaku Tohokujin Shinwa Kai In Memory of Gerald Robison Gene Simmons In Memory of Irene Fujimoto Bob Ariyasu In Memory of Sakae Shintaku M/M Melvin Okamoto In Memory of Jack Iseri Wayne & Meri Fong In Memory of Bessie Yoshida George & Amiko Kashiwagi In Memory of Jack Iseri Memorial Hamamoto Family Service In Memory of Kaz 7th Year, Yoneko 13th Year, and Toichi 33rd Year Hiroshi Yokota Family 49th Day for Hiroshi Yokota Lori Fujikawa 10th Year for Terry Fujikawa Arlyne Namba Family 1st Year for Roy Saburo Namba Okabe Family Okabe Family Service Bettay Araki Family 49th Day for Bettay Araki Debra Bazo 1st Year for Patsy Ikemoto Ken Shiomoto 3rd Year for Kiyoko Shiomoto Nobuko Hirai In Memory of Tomiichi Hirai Frank Ikeda Family In Memory of Frank Ikeda Ray & Elaine Itogawa 1st Year for Patsy Ikemoto Eddie Nakayama 3rd Year for Albert Nakayama Kim & Steve Ohara 49th Day for Jerred Ohara Sally Tamai 1st Year for James Tamai Mas & Mitsy Hashimoto 1st Year for Roy Saburo Namba Satsuki Matsumoto 7th Year Fred Matsumoto M. W. Nagata Family 1st Year for Roy Saburo Namba Kazuaki & Kazuye Shintaku In Memory of Akino & Masato Shintaku Ty Tayama & Children In Memory of Helen Tayama Roy & Yuriko Yokoi 1st Year for Roy Saburo Namba K. & Sumi Arase 1st Year for James Tamai Jeanette & Steven Iwasa 1st Year for James Tamai Judy Iwasa 1st Year for James Tamai Robert & Aki Shimada In Memory of Frank Ikeda Dennis & Diane Shimosaka In Memory of Asako Endo Dennis & Diane Shimosaka In Memory of Irene Fujimoto Dennis & Diane Shimosaka In Memory of Takeo Yamasaki Fusae Yoshida 49th Day for Bettay Araki Alan Hashimoto 1st Year for Roy Saburo Namba George & Amiko Kashiwagi In Memory of Takeo Yamasaki
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