Antiquing
A favorite amongst our members, antique shopping is organized several times through-out the year.  With a minimum of 3 people, but maximum of 9, the small group will enjoy browsing local antique shops followed by lunch at one of the local restaurants.  If you don't see this event scheduled on the calendar just yet, stay tuned as there is sure to be an event organized soon! 
Note:  Not suitable for children

Bible Club
Bible Club meets at 10:00am for social time and refreshments.  Study begins at 10:30am and ends at 12:00pm.  All are welcome.  You don't need any Bible background to join.  This year we will continue with our study of the Gospel of John.  For information concerning meeting place and directions
contact one of the following:
Junko Kurata: Phone: (082) 228-1894. Email: hellojk@do9.enjoy.ne.jp
Tomoko Uehira: Phone: (080) 1906-4985. Email: stuehira@ms8.megaegg.ne.jp
Helen Shore: Phone: (082)567-7103.  Email: hrshore@gmail.com
Cost:  Free

Cooking - International Cuisines
Please join us on the third Friday of each month to learn about and sample cooking from various countries around the world. HIWC members are our chefs each month. The 2008-09 calendar included cooking from India, Sweden, Mexico, China, Australia and Italy. Classes are typically held at a member's home and therefore we must limit attendance to max. 10 members, so sign up early!
Time: various
Place: various
Cost: 1500 yen
Coordinators: Miho Nakano (fwja9019@kbe.biglobe.ne.jp) and Tammy Warzecha mpwarz@gol.com

Cooking - Japanese Cuisine
Muchan demonstrates her Japanese cooking. Pick up cooking directions when you arrive at the class. Bonus - we enjoy all our cooking participation during a fabulous lunch buffet!
Menu: As usual, Muchan's wonderful Japanese cuisine choices (see hand-out when you sign up for your reservation)!
Time: 10.30am to 1.30 pm, normally every 4th Tuesday of the month
Place: International Student House, 2nd floor
Cost: 1500 yen, please see Tammy or Toshimi at the lesson (exact amount much appreciated!) & note cancellation policy (cancellation fee 1000 yen)
Contacts: Tammy Warzecha (mpwarz@gol.com) and Miho Nakano (fwja9019@kbe.biglobe.ne.jp)

Golf Club
Join us to brush up on your golf game and learn new tips from a professional. Don't have golf clubs? No worries! Clubs are available at the range at no additional cost.
Time: 3pm - 4pm
Place: Hiroden Golf Garden, Higashiyama, Hiroshima (maps available)
Cost: 2200 yen, including professional coaching
RSVP: Brenda Douple (hiyijamae@hotmail.com) or Emiko Ono: (090) 4146-0403 (emichan11nov@hi2.enjoy.ne.jp).

Ikebana
Join us to learn the art of Japanese flower arranging.  The class is led by Dr. Eiko Suzuki who is the Master Instructor of Ohara School of Ikebana.  All lessons are conducted in English.
Ikebana in English classes (individual lessons)
Time: every Thursday morning classes from 10:30 or from 14:30.
Place: 12-16 Nobori-machi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima
Cost: 5000 yen/month or 2000 yen/each lesson

Please contact before the Thursday on which you want to join.
Coordinators: Eiko Suzuki (at 090-8710-9296 or eiko@hbs.ne.jp) and Tomoko Uehira (stuehira@ms8.megaegg.ne.jp)

For further information please see the website at   http://www.hbs.ne.jp/home/suzuki

Volunteer - Children's Home Visit
In 1948, based on the Child Welfare Law, this home was officially recognized as an institution for maltreated children and named Hiroshima Shudoin.   About 120 children from birth to age 18 live here.  HIWC volunteer members visit the home twice a month to play with and enjoy visiting the toddlers.   It is a truly rewarding experience.  Please wear appropriate clothing for playing outdoors. In case of rain, we play indoors. Coordinators will provide transportation to the children's home. Member's children are also welcome.
Contact: Tomoko Uehira 276-0571 (stuehira@ms8.megaegg.ne.jp)