Hello Wonderful People of Sapporo,

This is Sapporo NAGARE a volunteer group headed up by multinational residents who are excited to announce our first event.  First, we are in operation since last year and have been meeting to decide this year's events in Sapporo.  Our aim is to make Sapporo a happier, brighter place by welcoming everyone out to our fun, multicultural community events.  If you would like to know more about our group you can see our Facebook Page and join to receive updates and announcements, or on Sapporo International Plaza's Meikan system under Sapporo NAGARE.

Our spring event is called "Makomanai Park Sakura Walk & Picnic".  We are welcoming all individuals and families to make this a wonderful cultural exchange and interactive event.  At the event, we will play games, practice some new easy English and Japanese, go for a walk to view the cherry blossoms and finally have a picnic.

The event date is on Saturday, May 2nd as the forecast is for No Rain!!  The rest of Golden Week is predicted to be rainy so please come out and enjoy Sakura while you can together with us!!!

We will meet at the Makomanai subway station and walk together to the park.  So please wear comfortable shoes and clothing.  The picnic will include onigiri (rice balls), yakitori (shish kabobs), and vegetable shish kabobs for vegetarians.  Some drinks will also be included, and the kids will get a small present to show our appreciation.

The details are as follows:

12:00 - Meet Up - meeting point is Makomanai Station of Namboku Subway Line           

(or at Makomanai Park, if you come by car, please see map on the event flyer).

12:30 - 13:00 - Intro and Games - starting time of our event at Makomanai Park

13:00 - Group Sakura Walk - enjoy fun time together

13:45 - Picnic Start - relax, eat and drink together

14:15 - Play & Social Time - relaxed play and socializing / cultural exchange

15:00 - Clean up

15:15 - Head home

 

Food and Drink Fees:

- ¥500 an adult that includes 4 shish kabobs (chicken/vegetable or vegetable only) and drinks

- ¥400 for university student that includes 4 shish kabobs (chicken/vegetable or vegetable only) and drinks    

- ¥300 a student of any age (elementary to high school) that includes 3 pieces and drinks and a small toy gift for children

- Free for adults who volunteer to help out with activities (limited, please contact first) or for those who do not want food or drink

We welcome anyone who would like to participate.

＊Please note an RSVP email is required so that we can prepare the right amount of food and drink. 

Simply reply to this email announcement to let us know how many are coming sapporos_finest@yahoo.co.jp (Thomas)

If there are any problems, such as finding the meeting point or in transit, please contact us.  *TEL - 090-9143-7895 (Thomas)

We are waiting to hear from you. : )

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