behind every flag presented to a grieving family.

The organizers later added a high school scholarship award to recognize the academic and service achievements of young Okinawans in the organization.Raffle tickets ($1) are available for pre-order at www.

and no experience is necessary as the movements are repetitive and easy to follow.this is one of the few annual events in Southern California that spotlights the diverse culture of the Ryūkyū Islands.Non-OAA members are also welcome and encouraged to apply for membership.

The picnic has since become a multigenerational event centered around community and connecting with Okinawan culture.There will be raffle drawings throughout the day with great prizes (attendance not required to win).

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of community.

Participants who dance at the event will receive a commemorative pinback button designed by Erica Kunihisa (www.Connie Chung Joe of Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California.

the states 34th attorney general.she served as executive director of Korean American Family Services and was a public interest lawyer at the Housing Rights Center in Los Angeles

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