Blaine Memorial supports Riverton Park UMC through Sukiyaki Dinner
By Lesley Okura, Photos by the Rev. Karen Yokota Love and Kai Yamamoto
Sukiyaki Dinner 2024 was such a success due to the contributions of many, many volunteers and leadership of the youth, congregation members, staff and friends. It has many moving parts and more than 150+ dedicated individuals–some pitching in more than one committee–made the whole of Sukiyaki come to life.
We will be able to assist Riverton Park United Methodist Church with much needed funds and more than 50 blankets through our collection call-out. This is the second Sukiyaki Dinner post-Covid and our modified in-dining was a welcome addition for our community members that crave the return of a gathering place for a special meal. Additionally, and more importantly, this is the first community event to help kick-off the celebration of the 120th year Anniversary of Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church.
A huge thank you and arigato gozaimasu to all that participated generously with your time, talents and hard work. A big thank you also to our vendors with their generous donations that include SK Produce Company, Red Apple Market and Uwajimaya/Seattle. Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the first Saturday in March for Sukiyaki Dinner 2025.
In Christ’s name, Committee Leaders for Sukiyaki Dinner 2024.
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