Neighbors,
In these times of global turmoil and violence, let's come together for a day of peace, reflection, and community. On Sunday, August 4, we invite you to join us at the LA Green Grounds Nishida Teaching Garden to learn the art of making paper (origami) cranes. Our goal is to create 1,000 cranes, which we will hang as streamers in our garden, symbolizing our collective prayer for peace.
The tradition of folding 1,000 paper cranes has a poignant history. During World War II, Sadako Sasaki was a young girl who survived the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, only to succumb to the resulting leukemia at the age of 12. She believed that if she could fold 1,000 cranes, she might be healed. Although she did not complete her goal, her classmates continued her work, and today, people around the world fold cranes to express their deepest wishes.
Our event is a chance to honor this tradition, share a moment of unity, and reflect on our common humanity. We will provide light refreshments. To help reduce plastic waste, please bring your own fork and cup if possible. Feel free to bring a snack to share.
This gathering is not just about making cranes; it's about learning from and sharing in each other's cultures. Last October, we set up an Ofrenda to honor loved ones, demonstrating how traditions can bring us together across different backgrounds.
We look forward to seeing you there and working together to create a beautiful and meaningful display of our hopes for a more peaceful world.
Limited space available, so please RSVP below to attend.
Carmona Ave and Boden St
Los Angeles, CA 90016
United States
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