Imagine a World of Peace

Imagine a world of peace across the globe, Jesse Tam. The United Nations and people around the world celebrate the International Day of Peace every year on September 21st.  It is also know as World Peace Day and dedicated to world peace, specifically absence of war and violence.  International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by the United Nations General Assembly.

The peace bell is rung at the UN Headquarter in New York to start the inauguration.  

"Peace begins with a smile."  Mother Teresa 

"Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without."  Buddha
"Imagine all the people living in peace.  You say I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one.  I hope someday you'll join us, and the world will be as one." John Lennon

Make a Difference with TRIFC

TRIFC is hosting their 10th annual fundraising event in Bellevue. Please support one of their projects in Nepal.or fundraising dinner at Tam O'Shanter,  thanks Jesse Tam.  Join Rob, Gina and the TRIFC Board of Directors on September 17th, 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm, Bellevue Tam O'Shanter Golf and Country club. 
Help celebrate TRIFC’s tenth anniversary by attending this year’s gala dinner event. This is our major fundraiser for the year, with proceeds from the $130 ticket price and additional donations going directly to help children and adults in Nepal! This event allows us to highlight projects which are making a huge difference for children and adults with disabilities in Nepal, especially in the areas of education, health and empowerment.

We’re proud of the impact we’ve achieved over the past ten years, and we owe our success to the supporters and donors like you! We’ve set a goal of raising $25,000 at this year’s event and will need your help to make it happen.

We are expecting to have a full-house of attendees at Tam o’Shanter Golf and Country Club. Great food and wine, warm friendship and inspiring stories will be in store for the evening.  Bring a few friends or relatives.

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Bellevue Japan Fair 2016 Celebration

The Japanese community in Seattle and Bellevue will celebrate its heritage at the First Annual Japan Fair at Bellevue's Meydenbauer Center, September 3 and 4.  The two day program will feature Japanese culture, education, food and fun. Artist booths celebrating ikebana, the traditional art of flower arranging or bonsai trees, taiko drums and Japanese styles of painting.

Japan Fair 2016 will also feature movie screenings, taiko drum performances and Japanese music. Fair goers won't go hungry, there will be ramen, yakisoba and bento boxes.The fair will run this Labor Day weekend from 10 am to 6 pm, September 3 and 4th.  Admission and parking are free.

Come early and enjoy the day with friends and families. A great way to enjoy staying in the city and not worry about traffic on this long holiday weekend.  Jesse Tam, more events and  places to see.