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Read more about the article Visit Mexico with Sister Cities

Visit Mexico with Sister Cities

Join the Sister Cities trip to Tlaquepaque in Jalisco, Mexico, June 26 - July 2, 2013 MEXICO’S NATIONAL CERAMIC COMPETITION Only in Tlaquepaque will you experience such a large exhibition…

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Read more about the article April 4th – Information Meeting for Fall Trip to Japan
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April 4th – Information Meeting for Fall Trip to Japan

Japan Trip Meeting Thursday, April 4th 4:00 p.m. Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce 202 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy. This is for everyone interested in finding out more information on…

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Read more about the article April 6th – Cherry Blossom Kite Festival 2012
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April 6th – Cherry Blossom Kite Festival 2012

The Kite Festival is coming soon -- mark your calendars for April 6, Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Join us for a day full of free activities for…

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Read more about the article Recap of the 2013 Annual Membership Celebration

Recap of the 2013 Annual Membership Celebration

Thanks everyone who turned out for a fun evening at the Savoy Ballroom. The Annual Membership Celebration was a great mix of slide shows of past events, presentations by the…

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Read more about the article Annual Membership Silent Auction on March 8, 2013
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Annual Membership Silent Auction on March 8, 2013

Last year's silent auction was a great mix of local art, souvenirs from our sister cities, and generous donations from local businesses and members. We've got new donations coming in…

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Read more about the article Invitation to Annual Membership Celebration on March 8

Invitation to Annual Membership Celebration on March 8

Dear Friends, Please SAVE THE DATE and consider inviting a few new friends to the SSCA Annual Membership Celebration, Friday, March 8th, 2013. It's shaping up to be a great…

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Read more about the article The Best of Sister Cities – video highlights and Annual Celebration update

The Best of Sister Cities – video highlights and Annual Celebration update

Just in time to remind you of the upcoming Annual Membership Celebration on Friday, March 8, 2013, here's a feel-good photo and video montage of some favorite highlights of Sister…

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Japanese Fall Festival 2012

Thanks everyone came out for the 2012 Japanese Fall Festival and remember to mark your calendar for next year's festival September 6-8 , 2013 - as always, the first weekend…

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Read more about the article Saturday & Sunday Performance Schedule for the 17th Japanese Fall Festival 2012

Saturday & Sunday Performance Schedule for the 17th Japanese Fall Festival 2012

The Festival resumes its Sept 8-9 schedule of performances and activities after Friday night's opening ceremony festival was cancelled due to severe thunderstorms. The opening ceremony will not be re-scheduled,…

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Read more about the article Shi Shi Mia (Lion Dance) School visits

Shi Shi Mia (Lion Dance) School visits

Springfield Sister Cites Association brings multicultural artists and performers to Springfield for festivals and special events and also works hard to connect those guest artists into the public education network.

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2025 Events

2025 Japan Trip Informational Meetings
10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 3

Isesaki Student Art Exhibit
March-April
Botanical Center

Sushi and Sake
Saturday, March 29, 2025, 6-8 p.m.
Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden

Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden Opens
Tue., April 1, 10am-7pm

Kite and Pinata Festival
Sat., Apr. 5, 11am-5pm
Botanical Center Great Lawn

Gigs in the Garden
First Three Sundays in May at 2pm
Peace Through People Pavilion

Annual Celebration
Sun., May 18, 11:30am-2pm
Peace Through People Pavilion

2026 Tlaquepaque Trip Informational Meetings
9:30 a.m., Saturday, June 14
Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center
5:30 p.m., Monday, June 16
Virtual – registration information on page

Isesaki Culture Exchange
August
Missouri State University
Day Host Opportunities

29th Japanese Fall Festival
Fri., Sept. 5-Sun., Sept. 7
Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden

Trip to Isesaki for City Festival
Thu., Sept. 18-Mon., Sept. 29

Gigs in the Garden
Sundays in October at 2pm
Peace Through People Pavilion

Taste of Tlaquepaque
Friday, Oct. 10
Oasis Hotel and Convention Center

Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden Closes
Fri., Oct. 31, 10am-6pm

Gardens Aglow
Late November-December

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