and church members became involved with the broader community.

and helped us connect with additional resources and organizations.participated in community events.

Mami Sone didnt simply endorse our programs – she became an active contributor across multiple initiatives.bringing not just language instruction but genuine friendship and cultural exchange to our seniors.sharing valuable insights from her background as an experienced educator that strengthened families throughout our community.

This kind of partnership shows whats possible when organizations move beyond formal support to genuine collaboration.Her dedication transformed what could have been simple programming into bridges between generations and cultures.

Partnerships like this one remind us that the strongest communities are built through authentic relationships and shared commitment to serving others.

co-executive directors of LTSC.author of Night Market Rescue.

? Taiwanese Pineapple Pastry Demo with Chef Phoebe Chow.Meeting Room B? Lets Get into a Pickle! (Chinese fermentation workshop with Jessica Wang).

? Stories of a Leaf: Journey into Korean Tea with Tea Master Yoon Hee Kim.and historian Kristen Hayashi: Telling Stories About Los Angeles.