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• Conversation Over Cookies

  • When
    10 Oct 2026
  •  
    1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    CreateSpace at Library 21c (1175 Chapel Hills Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80920)
  • Spaces left
    0

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  **日本語に興味のある方と一緒に会話を楽しむイベントです。日本人でお手伝いをしてくださる方募集中です！ご興味のある方はayumiohishi@gmail.comまでご連絡ください。**

  Registration will open September 10

  Note: Sorry, we will be skipping CoC for November! So be sure to register for this October one, otherwise, see you again in December!
  

  

  Want to practice Japanese with real native speakers?

   Come join us for Conversation Over Cookies (COC), hosted on one Saturday every month! Regularly entertaining between 10 and 20 guests, this monthly conversation event allows everyone to practice their language skills, no matter what their skill level. ✋ Each table will have at least one native Japanese speaker, and groups are split into beginner, intermediate, and advanced. 

  Bring a dessert or snack to share, and a water bottle to keep your talking muscles hydrated~~ (aka your lips and throat). 

  Free for members! If you're a member, just log in to enable the free ticket option.

  $5 for non-members

  

  This event is led by dedicated JASSC member and Japanese native, Ayumi Peek. Ayumi was born and raised in Tokyo. She has been a frequent attendee of this event as a native speaker since she moved to Colorado Springs in 2023, and recently volunteered to host. Ayumi loves to share her culture and meet people who are interested in Japan. If your hobbies include hiking, reading thrillers, or baking, she will be extra excited to chat. Come join us!

  Registration is limited to 20 guests.
  

  If you have questions or need to cancel your registration, please email Ayumi Peek at ayumiohishi@gmail.com.

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• 2026 Japanese Cultural Bazaar

  • When
    24 Oct 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    PPUW Family Success Center, 1520 Verde Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80910

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  - Updated!

  Join Us for the 2026 Japanese Cultural Bazaar!

  Saturday, October 24  10:00 am - 3:00 pm

  PPUW Family Success Center 1520 Verde Dr, Colorado Springs

  Free admission & free parking

  
  

  Be Part of the 2026 Japan Cultural Bazaar:

  A volunteer, performer, workshop host, information booth, or vendor.

  Apply today!   2026 Japanese Cultural Bazaar Application and Interest Form

  Explore our program: 

  • Performers 

  Sun Mountain Taiko

  United Karate Academy

  Traditional Aikido of Colorado Springs

  Japanese School of Denver - Chorus

  Latte - Cosplay Dance 

  • Workshop Hosts

  Ikebana International Colorado Springs Chapter 95 - Ikebana Demonstration

  Leigh Barrow - Storytelling

  Jolene Gutiérrez - A Storytime and Discussion 

  • Merchandise Vendors

  Rainy Day Anime / Kaz Nagai / Yuri Niimi/  Sachiko Cammack / Harumi Church / Sue Davis-Zar / Izumi Sparer / Yuko Loyd / Kayoko Jennings / My Momotaro LLC / Shoyeido USA, Inc. / Jolene Gutiérrez / Blue Hands Art / Jolene D. Campbel

  • Food Vendors

  From the Kitchen of Kazumi Morris

  Sushiya Haru

  Spring Rescue Mission

  • Information Booth List

  JET Program by Consulate-General of Japan in Denver

  Sister City Fujiyoshida Homestay Program

  Ikebana International Colorado Springs Chapter 95
  

  United Karate Academy

  Japanese School of Denver

  • Food Menu

  More details coming soon, stay tuned for updates!

  Special Perk for JASSC Members:

  Enjoy 10% off all used-goods purchases in the Bazaar Corner. (discount applies to items sold by JASSC only; vendor sales not included)

  Come celebrate with us, bring your friends and family, and enjoy a wonderful day of Japanese culture and community fun. We can't wait to see you there!

  Reminders for the Day:

  • Bring some cash! There’s no ATM on-site, and some vendors only accept cash.

  Parking Information:

  Parking areas are highlighted in yellow on the map. The red arrow shows the main entrance.

  • The west lot (in front of the main entrance) may fill up quickly.
  • Additional parking is available in the east lot, accessible from the north entrance on Verde Dr.
  • If all lots are full, guests may park along Shasta Drive or nearby side streets.

  
  

  More details upcoming, but check out last year's event here!

  
  

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• Conversation Over Cookies

  • When
    05 Dec 2026
  •  
    1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    CreateSpace at Library 21c (1175 Chapel Hills Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80920)
  • Spaces left
    20

  Registration is closed

  

  **日本語に興味のある方と一緒に会話を楽しむイベントです。日本人でお手伝いをしてくださる方募集中です！ご興味のある方はayumiohishi@gmail.comまでご連絡ください。**

  Registration will open November 5

  

  Want to practice Japanese with real native speakers?

   Come join us for Conversation Over Cookies (COC), hosted on one Saturday every month! Regularly entertaining between 10 and 20 guests, this monthly conversation event allows everyone to practice their language skills, no matter what their skill level. ✋ Each table will have at least one native Japanese speaker, and groups are split into beginner, intermediate, and advanced. 

  Bring a dessert or snack to share, and a water bottle to keep your talking muscles hydrated~~ (aka your lips and throat). 

  Free for members! If you're a member, just log in to enable the free ticket option.

  $5 for non-members

  

  This event is led by dedicated JASSC member and Japanese native, Ayumi Peek. Ayumi was born and raised in Tokyo. She has been a frequent attendee of this event as a native speaker since she moved to Colorado Springs in 2023, and recently volunteered to host. Ayumi loves to share her culture and meet people who are interested in Japan. If your hobbies include hiking, reading thrillers, or baking, she will be extra excited to chat. Come join us!

  Registration is limited to 20 guests.
  

  If you have questions or need to cancel your registration, please email Ayumi Peek at ayumiohishi@gmail.com.

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