Nisei Week Parade Celebrates Japanese Culture in LA

This week in Los Angeles, residents and visitors can look forward to a vibrant lineup of events celebrating culture and community. The highlight is the Nisei Week Grand Parade, taking place on Sunday, August 11, at 4:00 p.m. in Little Tokyo. This annual festival honors Japanese culture and heritage, featuring the newly crowned 2024 Nisei Week Queen and Court, along with performances from Japanese dancers, community groups, and elaborate floats. The parade will commence on Central Avenue, promising a lively atmosphere filled with entertainment.

Additionally, on Friday, August 9, Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez will host a summer movie night at Hanson Dam, screening the animated film \"Sing.\" The event starts at 6:00 p.m. and encourages attendees to bring bathing suits, towels, blankets, and lawn chairs. Families can enjoy kids' activities and resource booths while watching the film, which showcases a singing contest among various animal characters.

On the same day as the parade, the Los Angeles Public Library will host its Creators in Residence program, allowing the public to meet artists Xin Yin Kaur and Andy Crocker. This event, scheduled for 2:00 p.m. at the Central Library, will feature a panel discussion led by Kaur on her unique maps and an introduction to Crocker's installations that promote exploration of local libraries.

For more details on these events, residents can visit niseiweek.org and lapl.org.