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Read more about the article Springfield ambassadors enjoy visit to Tlaquepaque
The Tlaquepaque Chamber of Commerce hosted an official welcome for the Springfield delegation, including the traditional exchange of gifts and goodwill.

Springfield ambassadors enjoy visit to Tlaquepaque

The 15 citizens caught up with longtime friends and shared meals and music, including a special concert at Quinta Don Jose with Paco Padilla, Sheila Rios, Fernando Quintana and Grupo…

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Read more about the article Mayor McClure honors two Sister Cities champions, Mrs. Yuriko Mizumoto Scott and Paco Padilla

Mayor McClure honors two Sister Cities champions, Mrs. Yuriko Mizumoto Scott and Paco Padilla

Mayor Ken McClure recently recognized two long-time advocates of Springfield Sister Cities Association for their outstanding contributions to cultural exchange. Mayor McClure presented a proclamation to Mrs. Yuriko Mizumoto Scott…

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Read more about the article Springfield Sister Cities and Moxie Cinema partner on Roma film screening to promote “Peace Through People”
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Springfield Sister Cities and Moxie Cinema partner on Roma film screening to promote “Peace Through People”

Springfield Sister Cities Association is excited to announce its partnership with Moxie Cinema to screen Mexican and Japanese films as another way to promote “Peace Through People.” The first screening…

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Read more about the article Springfield Sister Cities and Grupo Latinoamericano bring Mexican music sensation Canela to Springfield

Springfield Sister Cities and Grupo Latinoamericano bring Mexican music sensation Canela to Springfield

Springfield Sister Cities Association (SSCA) and Grupo Latinoamericano (GLA) are excited to announce two upcoming concerts featuring Grupo Musical Canela, a musical group from Tlaquepaque, Mexico, one of Springfield’s sister…

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Read more about the article Sister Cities brings Mexican musicians and artisans to Springfield for Taste of Tlaquepaque: Cultivating Love

Sister Cities brings Mexican musicians and artisans to Springfield for Taste of Tlaquepaque: Cultivating Love

Springfield Sister Cities Association proudly presents Taste of Tlaquepaque: Cultivating Love on Friday, October 14, 2022 beginning at 7 p.m. at The Barley House at Moon Town Crossing, 3060 N.…

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Read more about the article Virtual Hope Concert with Manuel Orozco

Virtual Hope Concert with Manuel Orozco

Friday, May 15 at 9pm via YouTube, or Facebook Cost: free (suggested $10 donation via PayPal) Our good friend Manuel Orozco, a talented musician from Tlaquepaque, is hosting a live,…

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Read more about the article Taste of Tlaquepaque brings Mexican talent to Springfield to promote peace between cultures

Taste of Tlaquepaque brings Mexican talent to Springfield to promote peace between cultures

Springfield Sister Cities Association proudly presents Taste of Tlaquepaque: Viva Jalisco on Friday, October 11, 2019 from 7-10 p.m. at historic Firehouse No. 2, 101 E. Commercial St., Springfield, Mo.…

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Read more about the article Grupo Musical Canela Concert at C-Street Market

Grupo Musical Canela Concert at C-Street Market

Saturday, June 8 from 10am-11am (weather permitting) at C-Street Market 321 E. Commercial St. (corner of Commercial and Jefferson) FREE Join us at the C-Street City Market for a free…

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Read more about the article June Jam Session featuring Grupo Musical Canela and Enrique Ortiz

June Jam Session featuring Grupo Musical Canela and Enrique Ortiz

Friday, June 7 from 5:45pm-7:45pm at Shuffle 2550 S. Campbell Ave., Ste, 800, Springfield $20 cover at the door, cash or card Join us for a jam session with Grupo…

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Read more about the article SOLD OUT | Experience Mexico and monarchs with Friends of the Garden

SOLD OUT | Experience Mexico and monarchs with Friends of the Garden

Citizens Trip to Tlaquepaque and Central Mexico Sunday-Sunday, February 3-10, 2019 Total Cost: $2,900 (includes lodging, airfare, group activities, and most meals) Join us and Friends of the Garden (FOG) for…

Continue ReadingSOLD OUT | Experience Mexico and monarchs with Friends of the Garden
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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

Isesaki Global Leadership Academy
May
Missouri State University
Day Host Opportunities

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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