Festival Fun

Holiday Gift Giving Ideas

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The holidays are about enjoying the fun and festivities with family and friends, not long shopping lines and short tempers. So to help our patrons get the most out of their holiday experience, we’ve put together a few gift giving ideas to help lighten your burden during this season of giving. The Green Thumbs Winter in South Florida? Let’s face it, you’re more likely to see an alligator climbing a fence than snow fall on the peninsula. And with nearly year-round perfect weather, there’s bound to be someone on your …

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Hatsume Fair 2016: The Best Ever?

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#TBT to that time we all came out to Morikami for Hatsume Fair 2016 and had a blast! Now, maybe you guys can settle the argument once and for all, but we’re convinced it was the best Hatsume Fair yet! Between the incredible turnout, the delicious Japanese eats, and a jam-packed entertainment schedule, there was something for everyone to love! Here are our top 10 picks for what made Hatsume Fair 2016 stand out: #10 – We kept it cool. ?       #9 – Anime culture took over the …

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Call For Artists: Design Our 2016 Tee!

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[twocol_one]The Year of the Sheep is getting ready to bid us farewell, but the Year of the Monkey is waiting patiently around the corner to greet us with a cheerful “Uki-uki!” As you may know, the Japanese zodiac is very similar to the Chinese zodiac, with every year being represented by a different animal in a cycle of twelve. This year, at Oshogatsu, we’ll celebrate the Year of the Monkey for those born in 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, and of course, 2016! What better way to commemorate …

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SAVE THE ARTS!

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Morikami needs your help to preserve the culturally-rich programming we provide year-round! [threecol_two] As the programs and events at Morikami are sustained heavily by grants acquired by state partnership, Morikami could be gravely affected by budget cuts come June 30th, being one of 469 qualified 2015-2016 Division of Cultural Affairs (DCA) grant applicants in limbo during this legislative period. Take action TODAY and reach out to your Florida Senator and Representative to remind them of the importance of the arts and cultural programs that impact our community. Encourage them to raise …

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Happening in June

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A relaxing spring blossoms into the highly-anticipated summertime this June at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, with the solstice heralding the beginning of summer on the 21st. Don’t miss out on the exciting goings-on at Morikami this month! [threecol_two] Sushi & Stroll Friday, June 12, 5:30pm-8:30pm Our much-loved summer evening events are back, with garden strolling, café dining, sake imbibing and THREE taiko performances. Buy your tickets early (and save a buck, too!). Admission tickets may be used at any one of our Sushi & Stroll evenings. Please Note: the museum will close …

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