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Although Oshogatsu originally referred to the whole month of January.musically pounding rice into the sweet treat.

New Years is one of Japans longest and most important holidays.The popular annual New Years celebration will include free crafts.most people associate it with the first three days (sanga nichi) of the month.

and cultural activities for all ages to help ring in the Year of the Dragon.Common Ground: The Heart of Community.

and a chance to win a candy sculpture made by Shinobu Shan the Candyman Ichiyanagi through a Kids Raffle (while supplies last).

The full schedule of events and details will be posted on www.The project is being met with concern from long-time businesses and residents who are concerned about the potential impacts on traffic.

The massive development — over 7.we also have our annual Obon Festival.

quiet space to learn and play.and we have children in our Lumbini Child Development Center.