Lena Prima – Tribute to Her Legendary Father, Louis Prima
January 15 and 16, 2011
Suncoast Hotel and Casino
Demonstration at Las Vegas Kendo Club
March 31, 2011
Silver Springs Recreation Center in Henderson
Thanks to Sensei Kentaro Nagamine for inviting us to demonstrate for his children’s class. This was a great opportunity to bring together two Japanese arts that were used thousands of years ago for war purposes and are now used for recreation and sport.
Benefit for the Japan Earthquake/Tsunami Relief Fund, Japanese American Society of Nevada
April 3, 2011
Korabo performed at a yard sale benefiting the Japan Earthquake/Tsunami Relief Fund by the Japanese American Society of Nevada. This was our first collaboration with sanshin performer Shinnosuke Okumiya.
Promo for International Food & Folklife Festival, LIVE on Fox 5 News
April 15, 2011
We will be promoting the International Food & Folklife Festival by appearing LIVE on Fox 5 News’ morning program from about 4:30am – 7:30am.
Henderson Heritage Parade
April 16, 2011
Korabo will be part of a float in the Henderson Heritage Parade on Water Street at 10am.
Asian Heritage Month Opening Day
April 20, 2011
Charleston campus is having an opening day for Asian Heritage month. Korabo will be there to perform at 11am at the Student Union, building D.
Demonstration for Project Shero
April 22, 2011
The Las Vegas 5K
April 23, 2011
The Las Vegas 5K is teaming up with The Jump for Joy Foundation to deliver the “Cease To Be Obese Crusade” walk for charity from 630am-9am. The Jump for Joy Foundation will be putting on a 1 mile fun run/charity walk, comprised of different fitness stations that will challenge participants of all ages. 100% of the profits for the “Cease To Be Obese Crusade” will be donated to the Jump For Joy Foundation. A portion of the proceeds will also go towards a scholarship for a UNLV student doing active research in the Child Obesity field. Vendors, sponsors, and organizations from our community will be out there, including Korabo. Click for more details.
Operation “Vegas 4 Japan”
April 23, 2011
Italian American Social Club
A number of organizations will be contributing to a charity event to fund raise for Japan from 6:30pm to 9pm at the Italian American Social Club.
Tickets are $20 per person and kids under age 12 get in for free. Performers include standup comedian Keith Lyle and Mike Stigs, Jazzin’ Jeanne Brei & The Speakeasy Swingers, Matsuri, and Korabo.
Japan’d Aid
April 30, 2011
Blackbird Studios
Blackbird Studios is gathering together to aid the relief efforts in the wake of the devastation happening in Japan. Blackbird Studios will host live painting, a silent auction, and local bands including Korabo. Click for more details.
Golden Week
Las Vegas Premium Outlets
May 3-5, 2011
Korabo will be celebrating Japan’s Golden Week at the Las Vegas Premium Outlets between Polo Ralph Lauren and Juicy Couture from noon to 2:00 pm.
Benefit for the Japan Earthquake/Tsunami Relief Fund, Japanese American Society of Nevada
May 15, 2011
DK Body Balancing
Korabo will be performing along with Shinnosuke Okumiya at a yard sale benefiting the Japan Earthquake/Tsunami Relief Fund by the Japanese American Society of Nevada. Click here for the event flier.
Mega Yard Sale for Tsunami Relief fund
May 21, 2011
Greenland Market at Spring Mountain and Rainbow
Mega Yard Sale for Tsunami Relief Fund is sponsored by Japan America Society of Nevada (JASN) and operated by Japan Earthquake/ Tsunami Relief Fund Committee. The event runs from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm, but Korabo will be kicking off the event with a performance at noon. All proceeds will be donated to the Japanese Red Cross Society via JASN. For more information, check out the JASN website.
Demonstration at Roger Bryan Elementary School
Thursday, 26 May 2011
Private event.
Community BBQ
Saturday, 4 June 2011
Private event.
Fukuburger’s Anniversary – Fourth of July Bash
July 4, 2011
SW corner of Durango and Flamingo, in front of Red Hand Tattoo
July 4 marks the one year anniversary for Fukuburger and we’ll be there to celebrate with taiko … and burger-devouring.
SKIF Master Seminar
July 5 and 6, 2011
Private event.
Vegas Streats
August 13, 2011
Korabo will perform at Vegas Streats, a block party with food trucks, art, fashion, and live entertainment at El Cortez. The event runs from 6p to 2a, but we’ll be performing at 7p. #youaintdown !!
Advertising Community Talent Show
26 August 2011
Korabo Taiko is helping raise money for Safe Nest by appearing in Las Vegas’ Advertising Community Talent Show on August 26! It takes place at Ovation in the Green Valley Ranch. The cost is $20 per person. Must be 21 or older. For tickets, visit actslv.org.
Asian Harvest Moon Festival
24 September 2011
The Springs Preserve will be having a festival to celebrate one of the world’s most time-honored holidays with food and live entertainment. The festival will feature art and crafts, food concessions, live music and dance performances, retail vendors, a children’s lantern parade, and much more. Korabo will be performing at 130p and 4p. For more information, please visit the Springs Preserve website.
2011 Las Vegas Asian Food Festival and Trade Show
October 1 & 2 2011
Las Vegas’ 1st Annual Asian Food Festival & Trade Show is a two-day cultural event to promote a greater understanding of Asian countries and cultures to the general public. The festival will be offering 30 authentic Asian food vendors, cultural performances, live entertainment, carnival rides, special guest celebrities and more than 150 multicultural retail stores and exhibitors. The event runs from 11a to 11p on both days. Korabo will be performing at 1130a on Saturday and 1130a and 405p on Sunday. For more information, please visit the event website.
St. Rose Dominican Hospitals Dragon Boat Regatta
8 October 2011
Lake Las Vegas
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness month, St. Rose Dominican Hospitals will host the 3rd Annual Rose Regatta Dragon Boat Race and Festival at The Village, Lake Las Vegas Marina on Saturday, October 8. Dragon boat teams from around the country will compete to raise funds to benefit St. Rose Dominican Hospitals’ R.E.D. (Responsible Early Detection) Rose Program as well as breast health services provided by the Barbara Greenspun WomensCare Centers of Excellence including medical care and psychosocial support for uninsured women and men facing breast cancer. Korabo will be performing at 350p.