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Japanese Festivals and Fans

An Afternoon of Culture and Craft

2022-08-27 13:00:00 2022-08-27 14:00:00 America/New_York Japanese Festivals and Fans Sharon Forks Library - Sharon Forks Meeting Room

Saturday, August 27
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-08-27 13:00:00 2022-08-27 14:00:00 America/New_York Japanese Festivals and Fans Sharon Forks Library - Sharon Forks Meeting Room

Sharon Forks Library

Sharon Forks Meeting Room

Summer is the time for special festivals, or matsuri, all across Japan. Come learn all about the history and importance of these festivals and watch a summer kimono try-on. Afterward enjoy painting a special uchiwa fan - a festival staple! Traditional light refreshments will be served.

This program is for teens, age 16 and up, and adults only. Registration is required. For a whole family-friendly event, check out "Let's Have a Matsuri!" on Saturday, August 27 at 11:00 a.m.

Presented in collaboration with the Japan-America Society of Georgia, a non-profit organization with the mission to promote cultural exchange and mutual understanding between Japan and the State of Georgia.

TAGS: | Culture | Crafts & Making | Art |

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