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The JETAA Chicago Leadership is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for everyone in our community. To learn more review our Community Conduct & Agreements.

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Join your fellow alumni and new 2024 JETs in downtown Chicago on Wednesday, June 26!



Come see old friends and build new relationships! Our Summer Nomikai is a wonderful opportunity for new 2024 JETs and older alumni alike to meet and network. The event will be held at Lizzie McNeill's on their outdoor patio (weather permitting, if not, we will be inside) from 7:00- 9:00 PM on Wednesday, June 26!


Enjoy the wonders of the 飲み放題 (nomihōdai) again or for the first time! Each ticket includes a two-hour party package with soft drinks, draft beer, house wine, and well cocktails. JETAA Chicago will also be providing light appetizers for guests. The cost is $35 per person.


Spaces are limited and this event is for alumni and new 2024 JETs only!



Questions? Email president@jetaachicago.com!

 
 
 


Join us for a private, online Wagashi workshop on Sunday, July 14th, 2 pm CST, making two types of nerikiri with Toshiko Sugii Steffes. Participants pay for the class and supplies which will be sent ahead of the class. Cost: $45 per person + kit shipping fee of $6 - 7.00 per package. A link for payment and to submit your address for delivering the supply kit will be sent after signing up. The class lasts around 1.5 hours. Please RSVP by 6/29! Sign up and see details below.

Sign up here!

 
 
 


Join the Indiana Subchapter on Friday, July 5th from 6-8 pm EST (5-7 pm CST) for a hoosier get-together at Asaka Ramen in Castleton, IN! Asaka is an authentic, family-owned Japanese restaurant with a variety of delicious dishes. Come catch up with your fellow alumni while supporting a local Japanese small business!


JETAA Chicago will refund participants for a portion of their meal* - $10 for alumni, $5 for Friends of JET. See details on Guestlist below!


Sign up here!


Alumni, Outgoing JETs and Friends/Family of JET are welcome.


Questions? Contact Alexis at marketing@jetaachicago.com.

 
 
 

JETAA CHICAGO

Japan Exchange & Teaching (JET) Alumni Association of Chicago
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Connecting JET alumni in the Midwest - Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana
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