Celebrating International Haiku Day with our Japanese Members
April 17th marks International Haiku Day, a time to honor one of Japan’s most cherished traditions. A haiku is a short poem, traditionally capturing the beauty of nature or a fleeting moment in time. Written in a three-line structure with a syllable pattern of 5-7-5, haiku are deceptively simple yet deeply evocative, offering a glimpse into a poet’s world with just a few carefully chosen words.
Board of Directors News & Views
Allô! Aloha! A Journey That Changed My Perspective
When I first heard about an opportunity to travel with the Greater Manchester UK club in 1994, my younger brother and I were thrilled. The destination? Hawaii. We pictured ourselves surfing on Waikiki Beach, sipping Mai Tais, and watching Hula dancers under the sunset. But our excitement was short-lived—our club’s committee decided that Hawaii was too far and instead chose France as an alternative.
Photo of the Week
Tsuguyo Ishii and Yasuko Sahara with the Rwandan Ambassador to...
Photo of the Week
This last week, FFI CEO Jeremi Snook, celebrated World Friendship Day...
Looking For Some Good Reads? Join Our Book Club!
Looking for a good reason to curl up with a great book this winter? Join us for our next book club meetings, where we’ll chat about some fascinating reads. Bring your thoughts, opinions, and maybe even your favorite snacks—this is all about sharing ideas and having fun!