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The Concord Ambassadors was founded in October of
1974 as a result of two cable TV executives
meeting at a conference and becoming friends.
Court Kirkeeng of Concord and Dr. Zenji Katagata
of Kitakami persuaded their city leaders to
approve the relationship and enlisted the help of
other citizens to make the partnership work.
Official Exchanges: For each five year anniversary of the relationship
there has been a delegation visiting the sister city led by the Mayor
and city officials, Ambassador members and interested citizens. The two
cities alternate the five-year official visits. For some
highlights of the 30th Anniversary celebration in 2004 see the City
of Concord web page Kitakami
2004. See the Photo Gallery below
for additonal photos from various visits.
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Other Exchanges: In January 2001, nineteen
students from Kitakami, from 5 to 16 years of age
came with their parents, to stage a full
production of the "Wizard of Oz" in
English. The Concord Ambassadors arranged for
more than 15 local families to welcome these
visitors into their homes. This impressive presentation and homestays
widened the circle of friendship between our
cities.
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These exchanges increase our understanding of the culture and history
of each country and create the opportunity for developing lasting
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In August of 2003, six certified "Young
Ambassadors" along with representatives from
the Concord Ambassadors visited Kitakami. We were
welcomed into the homes of our Kitakami friends
and participated in the summer kendo classes at
the local high school.
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The Concord Ambassadors welcome members who are
interested in the Japanese culture and desire to
support an international exchange between the
Sister Cities of Kitakami and Concord |
The hospitality is gracious, and the memories
will last a lifetime. Friendships continue to
strengthen through e-mail, telephone and
additional international visits.
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