and it is all of the values that I was raised with … and all of my Jewish education.

and stands unobserved as it is fenced off.have significantly evolved into a major community event since 2016.

and actively engage in its welfare.Gentatsu Sakakibara from San Fernando Valley.The 18th Little Tokyo Sparkle also marked AAPI Community Day of Service.

Steve Nagano and his wife Patty have been leading figures in Little Tokyo Sparkle as community activists.“I enjoy community service activities like this.

feel responsible for its upkeep and growth.

and that means that many more people have the same feeling that I do of pride in the community.as well as be livestreamed online.

and other programs that convene people of all ages and diverse backgrounds to examine issues about race.Virtual field trips with JANMs educators will also be offered for Grades 1–12.

and respect for cultural diversity; and build meaningful cross-cultural bridges.Public programs and popular series like JANM Book Club and art workshops will continue to serve new and diverse communities in and beyond Little Tokyo.