The Rising Stars Leadership Program.

an integral part of Visit Californias statewide network of official welcome centers.underscored the significance of the Manzanar Pilgrimage as a solemn occasion for descendants of Japanese Americans to honor the memory of those unjustly incarcerated.

the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II prompted varied responsesattendees pledged more than $229.(NOBUYUKI OKADA)Later in the program.

Recording artist and composer Kishi Bashi performed selections from his latest album.site of the annual benefit gala on Saturday night.

The event celebrated the achievements of the past year while recognizing individuals whose lives and work embody the museums educational mission.

Ono was commended for keeping the stories and records of the Nisei soldiers in our minds and hearts for generations to come.but about sharing your vulnerabilities and your true self.

As Richard called in a mayday alert.We were over Baltimore and our airplane exploded.

but when she recalls meeting Richard at last — in her writing she captures his warmth and my Aunt Teris loving presence.I never asked about his time as a bombardier or the accident that left him a paraplegic when he was just 23 years old until we were able to go visit Richard and Aunt Teri at their home in Grand Junction last September.