9 月 THE PBC BULLETIN. Mindfulness. September th Year. A Dharma Message by Rev. Kurt Rye

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1 Placer Buddhist Church 3192 Boyington Road, Penryn, CA placerbuddhistchurch.org (916) September 月 THE PBC BULLETIN BCA THEME: PEACE & HARMONY 116 th Year A Dharma Message by Rev. Kurt Rye Resident Minister Rev. Kurt Rye revkurt.placer@gmail.com Minister s Assistants Rich Kawahata Ron Kawahata Michi Mitani Ed Nakamoto 2018 PBC Officers President Ron Kawahata 1 st Vice President Ed Nakamoto 2 nd Vice President Rich Kawahata Recording Secretary Yvonne Yoshikawa Treasurers Ted Uyeda Jackie Itogawa Auditors Brian Ishimaru Bruce Yamashiro Editorial Committee Rev. Kurt Rye Daniel Cota Jackie Itogawa Rich Kawahata Ron Kawahata Janice Uyeda Kemper Isabel Meyer Michi Mitani Fusae Miyamoto Ed Nakamoto Claudia Nakata Joyce Uyeda Parks Susan Higashi Rumberg For this month s Dharma Message, we are re-running a favorite message from a past bulletin. Mindfulness The practice of Mindfulness has moved beyond the Buddhist environment and is being practiced in the general American culture. Non-Buddhist courses and even magazines are published, dedicated to the practice of Mindfulness. What is Mindfulness? It is the practice where one tries to focus on the moment, what is happening in front of them at this very instant. It is the practice of calming our mind so we are not thinking of the past or the future, rather this very moment. For example, when we ring the Kansho [bell] before service starts, it is to remind us to stop talking and calm our minds before service starts. When I have been asked how Mindfulness relates to the Jodo Shinshu teachings, I emphasize that Mindful practice is a universal tenet and practiced in all schools of Buddhism. Many Buddhist schools emphasize Mindful practice and teach specific techniques. Mindfulness is so deeply rooted in Buddhist culture that it is often not spoken about specifically, but rather it is integrated into one s daily life. I remember my first exposure to Mindful practice. I was at a BCA retreat and the group was instructed on walking meditation. This is the Mindful practice that has you completely concentrate on the sensation of walking. How does the pavement feel under your feet? What sounds do you hear? What do you smell? The practice stops our reasoning mind, allowing us to be present and sense all that is around you. It also helps you re-establish your connection to the world. Mindful practice can be done in any environment of our daily lives. It can be done while at work, washing the dishes, even when shopping. A common response of participants, after they have completed a Mindfulness meditation, is that the participants feel calmer, more rested, and focused. Indeed, these are important benefits and lead to better mental health. But is this the same type of Mindfulness that Buddhists practice? The two can be identical in format, but the perceived outcomes are different. The Buddhist practice is to go beyond ourselves. Instead of taking this new awareness and focusing on how it makes us feel, the Buddha would want us to see how the world functions and appreciate the concept of interdependence. That, in seeing the world without our conscious or unconscious distortion, opens up to the idea that we are not separate from the world. Buddhist Mindfulness practice should make us Mindful not only of the moment, but Mindful of our oneness with the world around us. In Gassho, Rev. Kurt

2 By Michi Mitani Many Thanks to: All those who came out to clean the kitchen and outside areas before Obon. Daniel Cota for buying and taking care of carnations and lavender for Newcastle Cemetery. We also thank him for preparing the Obon program. All who came out to clean and place flowers at Newcastle Cemetery prior to the Obon cemetery service. Tomoko Matsuda, Grace Yoshikawa, Doris Mar, and others who supplied greenery and flowers for Newcastle Cemetery. Helene Nakamura and Isabel Meyer for making paper lanterns for the Hatsubon Families. Susie Strom and Daniel for making the 2 large lanterns for the naijin. All who came out to hang chochins (lanterns) in the back parking lot for the Obon dancers. All the PBWA members and others who came out to make food for the Obon service. All who came to help with the post-obon clean-up. Special thanks to Daniel Cota, who spent over 20 hours getting the new PBC website placerbuddhistchurch.org -- up and running. We encourage all members, families, and friends to visit the website as there are many new features which were not on the old website, such as pictures and comments from PBC members. We thank Daniel for his dedication. Looking Ahead to September: September 2 Monthly Memorial Service at 10 AM. Coffee Klatch available. PBWA meeting to follow. September 6 Final bazaar meeting before the Bazaar at 6:30 PM. September 7 Editorial articles deadline. September 9 Manju-making at 7 AM at PBC using the new big mixer and convection oven. Summer Dharma Service at 10 AM. September 10 Set-up big tents for bazaar. Editorial meeting at 4:30 PM. September 11 PBC Board meeting at 6:30 PM. September 16 NO DHARMA SERVICE. September 22 Food Bazaar 11 AM to 5 PM. September 23 Food Bazaar 11 AM to 4 PM. September 24 Post Bazaar clean-up at 8 AM. September 30 NO DHARMA SERVICE. Rev. Kurt to Fowler, California as Nembutsu Seminar speaker Reminder The NCDC Family Conference is set for October 20 th in Stockton - There is a $30 dollar registration fee for adults and $15 for children for the conference. A carpooling option was proposed, and registration payment was discussed. The PBC board would need to authorize the funds to pay for members and their family. At the conference, there will be activities for the whole family. More information will be provided in September. ******************************* Busy Bees at Newcastle Cemetery There were 8 of us who started the annual clean-up and placement of flowers at Newcastle Cemetery on August 3 rd. While Rev. Kurt swept the headstones, Daniel went around with his handy augur to clean out the PVC pipes. Other worker bees like Susie Strom, Isabel Meyer, and Grace Yoshikawa bundled the various flowers into a bouquet which Michi Mitani, Helene Nakamura, and her husband Ken went around placing flowers at each gravesite. Surprisingly, the work was done in a little over an hour! That takes teamwork! Many thanks to Daniel Cota, Tomoko Matsuda, Grace Yoshikawa, Susie Strom, Yvonne Yoshikawa, and Doris Mar for getting the carnations, greenery, heather, and other flowers for the unmarked gravesites. The bouquets added much-needed color!

3 PBC Obon 2018 A special thank you to Hiroshi Matsuda for providing the photos.

4 Hatsubon/Obon/August Monthly Memorial Service After cemetery services at Auburn, Newcastle, and Rocklin, members gathered at PBC to honor the Hatsubon families with a candlelight ceremony and to remember those who had passed away in August. There were 12 Hatsubon families. The Hondo was filled with other members honoring their loved ones. Rev. Kurt gave a meaningful Dharma message about what Obon means in the Jodo Shinshu tradition. He discussed the differences between the various schools of Buddhism. Rev. Kurt emphasized that Obon service is not for the deceased, but for those of us living so that we can once again hear the Buddhist message. Rev. Kurt also stated that he looked forward to leading the dancers in the back parking lot that night and to performing some of the dances in a Celebration of Joy! Help Wanted Food Bazaar Schedule We appreciate any and all volunteers for this major PBC event. Sept. 9 Manju-making at Del Oro High School Sept. 10 Set-up of Bazaar tents Sept Bazaar set-up Sept. 20 Chicken clean-up Sept. 21 8:00 AM - Food preparation; ladies are asked to bring either a salad or dessert to share at lunch Sept :00 AM Food preparation 11:00 AM - PBC Annual Food Bazaar Reno Obon By Fusae Miyamoto On Sunday, July 22 nd, Helene Nakamura, Miwako Yamashiro, Susie Strom, Isabel Meyer, Ginny Ayala, Grace Yoshikawa, Rev. Kurt Rye, Daniel Cota, Stuart Mori, Nancy and Ed Nakamoto, Tomoko Matsuda, Mich and Ted Nishimoto and Fusae Miyamoto attended the Reno Howakai s Obon Service. As the service started, Rev. Rye asked us why we all bow when entering the hondo, or dojo. The answer is because we are entering a sacred place where the Buddha, or his name, is present. The place can be any place where the Dharma is listened to or discussed. In early Japan, most villages did not have temples where everyone could meet to hear the teachings of the Buddha so they gathered any place large enough for the villagers to gather, and the dojo was such a place. The incense burning is there to purify us and the kansho (bell ringing) is to prepare ourselves to listen to the Dharma. Often we chant the Sanbujo to welcome all the Buddhas to come to the meeting place from all directions while they are met with flowers or leaves or petals of welcome. We never turn our back to the Buddha. Even the ministers in the Onaijin do not. Instead they face each other so their side is toward the Buddha. After the service we went below to purchase our lunches and dessert at the Howakai s mini-bazaar. The program started at 3 o clock. Reno Taiko entertained us with several taiko numbers. When the obon dancing began, one taiko performer kept time with the music, which added to the joy of dancing. After the dancing, we returned to Placer. This was an ORDEAL! A truck had overturned and spilled some liquid on the freeway. We drove at a snail pace until we reached Highway 20 and detoured through Nevada City. We arrived home 3 hours later than we should have, but thanks to Ed s patient driving we were tired but happy. ****************************** It s not too late to donate -- If you have new, unused items in their original packaging that you d like to donate as Bingo prizes at the Bazaar, please leave them in the PBC office marked Bingo Prizes. If you would like a receipt for tax purposes, tape a note on the item(s) with your name, address, item name, and approximate value and a receipt will be sent to you after the Food Bazaar. Please contact Jackie Itogawa (ojii.babi@gmail.com, ) or Nancy Nakamoto (nancy@nakamoto.us, (916) if you have any questions. Thank you for your generosity!

5 PBC August 14 th Board Meeting Highlights By Yvonne Yoshikawa, Recording Secretary

6 Placer Buddhist Women s Association News 2018 Toban Schedule Loomis Rocklin/Roseville, et al Auburn/Newcastle Lincoln/Penryn January, May, October February, June/July, November March, August, December April, September PBWA Launches New Cookbook By Martha Kubo and Susan Rumberg Co-Chairs, PBWA Cookbook Committee Omotenashi describes the unique Japanese culture of hospitality. It is the Japanese way of wholeheartedly attending to one s guests with the effort coming from the heart. It represents the hospitality mindset that one should anticipate guests needs, respect, and care for others without expecting something in return. It is with this sentiment that PBWA proudly introduces its newest cookbook, Omotenashi: Recipes From the Heart. This cookbook builds on the success of PBWA s two previous cookbooks, Nihon Shoku: Our Family s Favorite, published in 1986, and Nihon Shoku II: Japanese Dishes, published in With almost 250 pages and 320 recipes from more than 55 contributors, Omotenashi includes both Asian and non-asian foods because today s cooks and our Sangha are diverse. However, by including updated versions of classic, popular Japanese dishes, we also are preserving our important culinary and cultural heritage. Among the special features in this new edition: Updated, expanded descriptions of the symbolism of New Year s foods; Comprehensive glossary; User-friendly 3-ring padded binder that can be laid flat with removable pages; Easy-to-find index with recipes listed alphabetically by Category and Subcategory; Special 12-page supplement with practical nutritional information. Special thanks to Contributors who shared their favorite recipes Keith Uyeda. We tapped into PBC s extended family when we asked for Keith s assistance. The son of Ted and Connie, Keith, who lives in the Bay Area, generously designs the annual Food Bazaar poster. This year, he also donated his time, talents, and expertise to the Cookbook Committee by creating the beautiful cover and unique dividers. The Cookbook Committee: Daniel Cota, Susan Ishimaru, Tomoko Matsuda, Fusae Miyamoto, Hatsuko Nakata, Mich Nishimoto, and Yvonne Yoshikawa. This dedicated group contributed their special skills to make this cookbook a reality. The committee epitomized the Buddhist principle of Dana (selfless giving). How to buy the cookbook The cookbook will be available for purchase at this month s Food Bazaar and also at every Sunday service. Cookbooks are $20 each. An Order Form is enclosed if you would like us to ship a cookbook for an extra fee of $5.00. Please contact Martha Kubo ( ; marthaykubo@gmail.com) or Susan Rumberg ( ; susanrumberg1@earthlink.net) if you have specific questions. Thank you for supporting PBWA. We hope that the eclectic mix of recipes will inspire both veteran chefs and emerging cooks, that all will find some new favorite dishes, and that this cookbook will become a treasured addition to your cookbook collection.

7 Cookbook Order Form - For Shipping Orders Only - Mail this Order Form to: Cookbook Placer Buddhist Women s Association Placer Buddhist Church 3192 Boyington Road Penryn, CA SHIP TO: (PLEASE PRINT) Name: Address: City, State, Zip Code: Telephone Number: ( ) Address: Price Per Book: $20.00 Shipping and Handling per book: $5.00 TOTAL COST PER BOOK: $25.00 Number of books [ ] X $25.00 = Amount Enclosed: $ Please make checks payable to PBWA

8 Placer Buddhist Women s Association Food Drive Sundays PBWA has launched Food Drive Sundays. Core Dharma teachings include Compassion and Dana (selfless giving). To put these teachings into practice and to fulfill its mission of supporting community and charitable organizations, PBWA will host Food Drive Sundays, which will be held on the first Sunday of every month. This effort also reinforces the Dharma School s ongoing emphasis on kindness. PBWA researched organizations to expand its community outreach activities and selected the Placer Food Bank for its services to needy children, families, and seniors. Please join PBWA s efforts to help those in need. A donation barrel will be in the church lobby on Sunday, September 2. Food Bank recommends the following non-perishable food items: Peanut Butter (plastic containers only please) Dried pastas like spaghetti, egg noodles or macaroni & cheese Pasta sauce (canned or plastic containers only please) Cereals Canned tuna, chicken or salmon Canned fruits Canned Vegetables Soups, chilies and stews Canned black beans, kidney beans, or garbanzo beans Brown, white or wild rice Dried lentils, beans or peas Dried fruit Granola bars Shelf-stable milk 100% fruit juice (canned, plastic, or boxed please) And other nutritious, healthy-choice foods (preferably with reduced fat, sodium and sugar) No time to shop? Cash or check donations are gratefully accepted (checks payable to Placer Food Bank). For every $1 donated, the Placer Food Bank can purchase $8 worth of groceries! Thank you for your generosity! Update: August Food Drive Results Thank you, PBC Sangha! PBWA s first Food Drive Sunday last month collected 185 lbs. of food for the Placer Food Bank (PFB)! In addition, you donated $73, which allowed PFB to purchase $584 worth of groceries through their wholesale connections ($8 of groceries for every $1 donated)! We sincerely appreciate your continued support and hope you will consider donating food, cash, or check (payable to Placer Food Bank) at our next PBWA Food Drive Sunday on September 2.

9 Member Spotlight By Joyce Parks Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, Stuart Mori is a Yonsei (fourth generation Japanese- American) currently living in Rocklin. His closeknit family consists of his parents, Ben and Francis, both age 86; three sisters: Tracy, Kelly, and Candice; along with three nieces, one nephew, and two great-nephews. Most of Stuart s family members have remained in Honolulu. At the PBC, Stuart says he feels blessed to have been unofficially adopted by the Kawamoto family. After graduating from high school, Stuart left Hawaii to attend Eastern Washington University in Washington state, where he earned a Bachelor s degree in community health. Later on, he enrolled in graduate school at Purdue University in Indiana, and earned a Master s degree in health. Drawn to relatives living on the west coast, Stuart moved to California in 1988, and was hired by Caltrans in Sacramento as a Transportation Planner. In 2016 Stuart accepted a promotion at the High Speed Rail Authority in Sacramento, where he is applying his transportation knowledge in planning the Governor s high speed rail project. Although my educational background is in health, it has prepared me to apply my skills across disciplines, says Stuart. As for his personal life, Stuart remains closely connected to his Japanese roots and his Jodo Shinshu upbringing. His late grandmother was a member of Moililili Hongwanji Mission in Honolulu and his late aunts were members of the Honpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin on the Big Island. For the past five years, Stuart has been attending the Sakura Japanese Language School at the Sacramento Betsuin, rising to the intermediate/advanced level. At the PBC, Stuart serves as a Dharma School greeter, taiko groupie, mochi maker, kitchen helper, and floater at our Annual Food Bazaar where he helps prepare and sell drinks/shave ice, shish kabobs, manju, etc. This year, Stuart was excited to learn that his nephew Reyn, will be attending the Bazaar, and that both of his parents, along with sisters Tracy and Kelly will be visiting him in November. When his family comes out, Stuart says he is looking forward to introducing them to Rev. Kurt and inviting them to participate in PBC activities. taiko class, I was greeted warmly and made to feel welcome. That sense of family continues today as I ve become more involved with the church, especially during Bazaar time when everyone pulls together - not only for that one weekend, but for many, days and weeks prior, acknowledges Stuart. In October of next year, Stuart is planning on leading a group tour to Honolulu for all interested PBC members and members of other nearby Betsuins. The five-to-seven day tour is currently being organized in coordination with AAA and Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays Travel Agency. He is currently negotiating with them for airfare and hotel packages, along with an omiyage run. Tentatively, the itinerary will include a tour of Pearl Harbor, the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, and the Honpa Hongwanji Betsuin the sister Jodo Shinshu organization to the Buddhist Churches of America. By November of this year, Stuart says he expects to have all the details worked out and is hoping to get a lot of people excited about signing up. I think it will be a lot of fun! The PBC has given me so much over the years, this is just my way of giving back, says Stuart. When asked what he appreciates most about the PBC, Stuart cites the sense of family within our Sangha. From the moment I attended my first

10 Save the Date Placer Buddhist Church s Fun-Raiser Date: Saturday, October 13, 2018 Time: 6:00 9:00 PM Placer Buddhist Church 3192 Boyington Rd. Penryn, CA This inaugural event will feature tastings of local beer and wines. Appetizers enough for a meal will be served. Cost is $20/person. Must be 21 or older to attend. Information and ticket purchase information will be available on the Placer Buddhist Church website: placerbuddhistchurch.org For additional information, contact: René Yamashiro,

11 October Monthly Memorial Service Each month, family members are encouraged to attend the Monthly Memorial Service (Shotsuki Hoyo) to remember their loved ones who had passed away in that month. To that end, the following is an advance copy of the names which will be announced at October s Monthly Memorial Service on October 7, Also included is the Next of Kin on Record for each name. We recognize that some of the information may need updating, so we ask members to please contact Nancy Nakamoto with any changes. Nancy can be reached at (916) , nancy@nakamoto.us, or 3454 Majestic Dr., Rocklin, CA In Memoriam Next of Kin on Record In Memoriam Next of Kin on Record Asazawa, Mieko Takemoto, Ken Miyata, Miyakichi Miyata, Kawaye Bradbury, Melissa Bradbury, Kathy Morimoto, Gunichi Morimoto, Sadako Chomei, Waichi Mikawa, Ronald Nakashima, Hyogo Nakashima, Kenneth Cortinas, Anna Strom, Shizuko (Susie) Nii, George Fusaichi Miyamoto, Fusae Cortinas, Robert (Bob) Strom, Shizuko (Susie) Nishimura, Buddy Nishimura, Ray Domen, Waichi Domen, Harue Nodohara, Eugene Nodohara, Hatsune Fujitani, Kitayo Fujitani, Shigeru & Fujitani, Jean Okuda, Seiichi Tanaka, James Hada, Mitsuyo Hada, Dennis Oseto, Tsugio Charley Kawamoto, Mary Hanamoto, Yoshi Sasaki, Lila Sakauye, Shinobu Parks, Joyce Hamasaki, Noburu Hamasaki, Don & Joanie Seo, Gunroku Seo, Carol Hashioka, Toyoichi Tsujimoto, Yukie Takahashi, Kiichiro Kuwano, Agnes Hattori, Mary Hattori, Eugene M. Takemoto, Roy Yoshio Takemoto, Ken Hirota, Sakuichi Hirota, Tom Tanaka, Nobuko Tanaka, James Imada, Kaizo Yoshikawa, Russell Tokutomi, Herbert Masaru Tokutomi, Dan Kakiuchi, Mika Kashiwabara, Geraldine May Kakiuchi, George & Kayoko Kashiwabara, Mary Tomita, Kanjiro Tsuetaki, George Fumio Tomita, Bessie Tsuetaki, Hideko Kawahata, Harry Kawahata, Richard Uyeda, Jane Parks, Joyce Masamitsu Kawamoto, Takeshi Kawamoto, June Yamamoto, Sei Yamamoto, Margaret Kawauchi, Fujitaro Yamasaki, Vincent Yamane, Katsu Yamane, Natsuye Kawauchi, Hina Yamasaki, Vincent Yamasaki, Kinichi Yamasaki, Vincent Makino, Sharon Nishimoto, Yoshi Yamasaki, Michiko Yamasaki, Vincent Masuda, Masuo Nyikes, Arlene Yamashiro, Hideko Yamashiro, Edwin Matsumoto, Ben Matsumoto, Nathan Yego, Hanayo Yamada, Donald & Jean Mikawa, Hiroshi Mikawa, Ronald Yoshikawa, George Yoshikawa, Teruko

12 PBC Strategic Planning Process Flow Overview As this PBC Bulletin hit the presses prior to the August 26 th second Strategy Session, we have no new information to present. However, to further explain the process and where we are now, please review the Process Flow Overview below. Our forward movement may feel slow to some of you, but it s a new process for all of us and rest assured we are making progress! Stay tuned for the October bulletin for a summary of our Second Session, including a draft of our findings and proposed next steps. PLANNING DEVELOPMENT - Current internal/external conditions - Long term plans and vision - Value Tree - Identify Objectives and Goals - Prioritize (prioritization matrix) - Match priorities to Value Tree - Plan resources (time, people) Session 1 (Value Tree created) June 8, 2018 We are here! Session 2 August 26, 2018 IMPLEMENTA- TION - Identify Strategies, Tasks and Plan - Establish work assignments and timelines - Progress reports Session 3 (after Bazaar ) REFLECTION - What worked, what didn t work - Gap analysis: identify and remove barriers - Continuous improvement Session 4 What did we learn? How can we do better for future projects? Currently the Core Team includes Carole Kawamoto (cj.kawamoto@yahoo.com), Allan Yamashiro (ayy@comcast.net), Howard Itow (howarditow@gmail.com), and Claudia Nakata (claudia.nakata@comcast.net). If you have any questions or feedback, or would like to be part of the Core Team and participate in our prep meetings, please contact Claudia Nakata (claudia.nakata@comcast.net). Our Deepest Condolences to the Family of: Marie Hayashida...6/12/1925 8/8/2018

13 Placer Buddhist Church Calendar September, 2018 Placer Buddhist Church 3192 Boyington Road Penryn, California Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday August 26 August August 29 August 30 August :00 AM Beef Skewering 5:30 PM 7:00 PM Taiko Senior Program Nugget Rib Cook-off Depart 9:00 AM 9:00 AM, Flower Arranging Class Return 6:00 PM 2 10:00 AM, Monthly Memorial Food Drive Sunday 3 Labor Day 4 5 5:30 PM 7:30 PM Taiko 6 6:30 PM, Bazaar Meeting 7 Deliver of supplies from Sam s Club or Costco 8 PBWA Mtg. No Taiko Bulletin Deadline :00 AM, Manju Making No Service 11:30 AM 4:30 PM Taiko Delivery Scott-Naake 4:30 PM Editorial Meeting Tent Up 6:30 PM, PBC Board Meeting 5:30 PM 7:30 PM Taiko 7:00 PM Bonsai Meeting Delivery supplies from Sam s Club 11:30 PM, Calligraphy 8:00 AM Bazaar General Set UP 16 8:00 AM, Bazaar Set-up No Service 11:30 AM 4:30 PM Taiko 17 Eggs Delivery 6:30 PM, Bulletin Printing :00 AM - Inspection 5:30 PM 7:30 PM Taiko General Produce Delivery 20 7:00 AM, Bazaar Chicken & Food Preparation 21 8:00 AM, Food Preparation Bazaar Finishing Arrangements Flower Arranging 22 11:00 AM 5:00 PM PBC Bazaar Ho Chin and Oto s 23 No Service 11:00 AM 4:00 PM PBC Bazaar 24 8:00 Bazaar Clean-up :30 PM 7:30 PM Taiko 27 Tent Down 28 9:00 AM, Exercise 29 9:00 AM, Flower Arranging Class 30 No Service September, 2018 PBWA Toban: LINCOLN/PENRYN Print Date: August 20, 2018

14 Mark Your Calendar and Save the Date September 2018 October Monthly Memorial Service Food Drive Sunday 6 Food Bazaar Meeting 9 Dharma Summer Service Manju-Making 9 or 10 Tent Up 11 PBC Board Meeting 15 Bazaar Set-Up 21 Food Prep Bring Salad or Dessert to Share at Lunch Food Bazaar 24 Post Clean-Up 27 Tent Down 29 More Clean-Up, if necessary 4 Bingo and Luau 7 Monthly Memorial Service Food Drive Sunday 13 PBC Wine Tasting Event 14 Last Reno Howakai 16 Asaji (Chanting) 18 Study Class 20 NCDC Family Conference 27 Fall Seminar 30 NCDC Mtg. Placer Buddhist Church 3192 Boyington Road Penryn, CA NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID PENRYN, CA PERMIT NO. 1 TIME VALUED