Marquette Area Sister City Partnership Hosts Higashiomi Japanese Delegation

With a 13-hour time difference, over 6,000 miles between us, and more than 22 hours of travel time, one might say Higashiomi, Japan, is more than a “hop, skip and jump away”! Join us for a welcoming community reception at the Huron Gallery, Peter White Library on August 31 (Wednesday) between 6 and 8 p.m. Our 10 Japanese delegates represent Higashiomi City Staff, students, specialty farming, baking and other professions. Your presence will help convey the warm and inviting community we have in Marquette. Following a short program, enjoy live music from Sparrow Tree, heavy hor’ doeuvres by Coco’s and a photography exhibit of artist, Lali Khalid. The Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership Committee is proud to host the events for the Sister City delegation. The Japanese delegation is being led by Tsukasa Uehara, of the Higashiomi International Friendship Association.

Additionally, the community is invited and encouraged to welcome our guests when they arrive at Sawyer International Airport, August 28 at 5:07 p.m. Both events are free to the public.

For more information about the Japanese delegation, contact Paulette Lindberg at 906-869-4141 or email: paulettelindberg@gmail.com. The Arts & Culture Center, is located in the lower level of the Peter White Library 217 N. Front Street. We can be reached at 906-228-0472, email: arts-culture@mqtcty.org.