A remembrance of Japanese flower growers blooms in Richmond
Years in the making, new historical signs are expected to be installed in the Miraflores Greenbelt this summer.

A collection of historians, nursery family members, community groups, city officials and staff fought from the beginning for the Miraflores project to include a way of honoring its Japanese immigrant history. These advocates included the Richmond Rotary, the National Park Service, the Park Plaza Neighborhood Council, the city’s Historical Preservation Commission and the Contra Costa Japanese American Cities League.

It’s been so wonderful seeing so many of our Peres Elementary students in the clinic lately — both for their routine check-ups and for treatment. Keeping those smiles healthy is always our favorite part of the job! 😊

A huge congratulations to all of the students on making it to the end of the year — you worked hard and you deserve to celebrate! 🎉

And to those graduating and moving on to a new school — we are so proud of you! Wishing you all the best on this exciting next chapter. No matter where you go, we’ll always be cheering you on! 💚

Keep smiling, keep brushing, and have an amazing summer! ☀️

🙏 A special thank you to Principal West for your leadership and dedication to these students, @richmondcarotary, @westcontracostaedfund, and @kaiserpermanente for your incredible guidance and support. None of this would be possible without you
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A huge shout out and thank you to Rotarian Menbere Aklilu for hosting a fabulous dinner fundraiser for the Club at her amazing home. Funds raised support our international and local grants. A good time was had by all. Good food, fine wine and great fellowship.

Thanks Menbe!