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And lastly, blink three times. Breathe in, breathe out. Now, think about the country you come from. Is there already a food booth representing that country at Winterfest? No? Even better! You might be the one to launch it! If that’s not in the cards for you this year, you can always donate candy to the Global Candy Booth—a seasonal favorite!

Have fun this week! There’s more to come!

P.S. Do you have musically gifted sons or daughters? Sign them up for Talent Spotlight! Or why not showcase your own talents? There’s still plenty of time to practice!

Hugs,
Indre

Divisional Events   

MS Parents Night Out - Oct 23 at 7PM

The Middle School Parents Night Out is this Friday, Oct 23, at 7PM at Pizzakaya Roppongi! Enjoy all-you-can-eat pizza and drinks for ¥9,000 per person. Sign ups are still open so please join us! Questions? Contact MS Social Coordinators Monika and Sabina at mssocial@pta.asij.ac.jp. 

HS Fall Social Dinner - Nov 6 at 6:30PM

Come join us for a fun night at Kitchen Salvatore Cuomo Ginza, where you can connect with HS parents ospver delicious Italian cuisine for ¥10,000 per person. Click here for details and to secure your spot! For questions, reach out to Shuchandrima and Naomi at hssocial@pta.asij.ac.jp.

ES Parents Social Dinner - Nov 13 at 7PM

It’s time to take a break from the busy school routine! Join us for an ES parents dinner at DIYA Modern Indian Dining for delicious food and free flowing drinks for ¥9,000 per person.  It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with other ES parents. Please sign up here. Questions? Contact ES Social Coordinators Eva, Gwen or Nicole at ESSocial@pta.asij.ac.jp.

Volunteer Requests 

Senior Lunch for Halloween - Oct 30

All Senior parents are warmly invited to join us on campus Friday, Oct 30, for our Halloween-themed Senior Lunch! Costumes are encouraged as we serve our seniors spooky Italian food. We need dessert donations as well as volunteers from 11:45AM-2:30PM for setup, decorating, serving, and cleanup. Please sign up here to help or donate! Questions? Contact Meg and Nancy at senioractivities@pta.asij.ac.jp and don't forget to join the ASIJ Class of 2027 Whatsapp group for updates all year long!

Winterfest

Winterfest is gearing up for Dec 5, and we need your help to make it magical! Questions? Reach out to Joanna, Maricris and Massimo at winterfest@pta.asij.ac.jp. 

Vendors for the International Bazaar
Interested in joining the International Bazaar as a vendor? If you have family or friends who would like to participate, please contact Shino or Jennifer at wf.bazaar@pta.asij.ac.jp . The registration deadline is Oct 26. The more, the merrier!

Global Candy Donations - Drop off at ES Halloween Parade
If you're shopping for Halloween candy, please consider buying an extra bag or two to donate to our Winterfest Global Candy Booth!  We are collecting individually wrapped, nut-free global treats! Look for the collection table near the ES Office during the ES Halloween Parade on Friday, Oct 30.  Questions or need to schedule an alternate drop-off? Email Kristen at wf.candybooth@pta.asij.ac.jp.

FOFA Talent Spotlight Applications are Open! 

We’re bringing the FOFA Talent Spotlight to Winterfest on Dec 5 with three dynamic stages! Students from all grades are encouraged to apply in a wide range of performing arts categories, including instrumental performance, voice, dance, stand-up comedy, martial arts, poetry reading, magic, short film and visual art, MC hosting, and more. If your child would like to perform, please submit their application by Thursday, Nov 5 via the Winterfest Talent Spotlight Application Form. Space is limited based on schedule and technical capacity, so be sure to apply early! Contact the Talent Spotlight Committee if you have any questions.

Village Connections

Village Connections brings together ASIJ families living in the same neighborhoods to build community, catch up over coffee and explore local cultural activities together. For questions, please contact Alicia Andrea Murrieta Fernandez at villageconnections@pta.asij.ac.jp.

Village Connections Coffee - Tokyo East - Oct 29

Live in Roppongi, Azabujuban, Minato, etc? Connect with local families at Le Pain Quotidien in Tokyo Midtown on Thursday, Oct 29 from 9:30–11:30AM. Sign up here to attend! 

Zen Temple Visit - Nov 5 

Meditate and eat like a Buddhist monk! Soji-ji, a Soto Zen Buddhism Head Monastery in Yokohama  (a short 7-minute walk from Tsurumi Station) invites us for a guided tour of the temple grounds, Zazen meditation practice, and a traditional Buddhist vegetarian meal on Thursday, Nov 5, from 10AM-1PM. The cost is ¥5,500 per person. Spots are limited, so please sign up here by Oct 26.

Community Gratitude

Our ASIJ community is the best around! Help us honor our unsung heroes by nominating a community member who lets their Mustang Spirit shine. Each week, we’ll highlight your shout-outs. Submit an anonymous message here. 

To all of our fabulous parent volunteers at ELC Fall Family Festival Bazaar:  We truly appreciate your time and support in making this event a big success! Shimon Takagi, Yien Yue, Mo Zhao, Kyoko Kondoh, Saori Satake, Naho Ogawa, Junji Takaoka, Leone He, Kaoru Shiraki, Tomoko Takahashi, Lindsey Tino, Mami Handa, Jamie Miller, Juri Hanazaki, Natsuki Over, Sumire Ishikawa, Tomoko Otsuka, Erika Karasawa, Surin Kang, Stephanie Kayama, Misako Ohira, Yui Usui Layne, Yumi Matsuya, Yuri Makita, Rumi Aiba, and Houfer Chen. Thank you all for making it happen!

Parent-Led Clubs

New to ASIJ, new to Tokyo, or eager to share a hobby? Join a Parent-Led Club or start your own by filling out our interest form! Registration opens Tuesdays at 12:00 PM as events are announced in the newsletter, and you can explore the full club directory and photos on our website. For questions, contact Parent-Led Clubs Chair Shino Torigoe-Yeh at parentledclubs@pta.asij.ac.jp.

Christian Parents Club - every Thursdays (except holidays & PACT days) at 10AM (Zoom)
Join our supportive community for worship, praise, and prayer for our children and their school on Thursday mornings via Zoom. Prayers are offered in both English and Japanese. Sign up here.

Run Happy Walk Happy Club - every Mondays (except holidays) at 8AM (Nogawa Park)
A friendly Monday morning run or walk right next to ASIJ. All fitness paces are welcome, with an optional post-workout breakfast. Sign up here.

Explore Tokyo Club - Oct 27 at 10AM (Ryogoku)
Learn more about two popular facets of Japanese culture - sumo and woodblock prints - in this neighborhood that commemorates history. Sign up here.

Pakistani Kitchen Club - Oct 28 at 10:30AM (Private residence in Setagaya)
Join Pakistani Kitchen Club for a hands-on cooking session featuring everyday Pakistani dishes: Dahi Barra, Tarka Daal, and Aalo Tikki. Cost: ¥600 (cash). Sign up here.

Flower Arranging Club - Nov 5 at 10AM (Azabudai Hills)

Join us for a Thanksgiving-themed flower arranging workshop with florist Nakaba. Cost: ¥7,000 (cash) including flowers and materials. Sign up here.

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