Commentary by Hank F. Miller Jr.

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Tanabata Matsuri is the essence of summer and summer festivals. Held in Japan on either July 7 or August 7, in other Asian countries such as China and South Korea also hold Star Festivals.

The original form of Tanabata derives from Qi Xi, the Chinese Star Festival. Introduced to the Imperial Palace in Kyoto during the Nara Era (eight century), it became a popular event among the general public in the early Edo Period (17th century).

Mixing the old tale of Tanabata assumes as well as various Oban traditions together with the original Chinese festival, it eventually developed into the modern form that we see today,with people writing their wishes on \”Tanzania\” paper strips to decorate Bamboo trees with them.

The Tale of Tanabata

PHILADELPHIA – Former La Salle pitcher TJ Chism, currently a member of the Savannah Sand Gnats in the New York Mets organization, has been named to the South Atlantic League Southern Division All-Star team. The SAL All-Star Game will be played on Tuesday, June 19 at 7:30 PM at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Ballpark, home of Class A Charleston RiverDogs.

Chism has 12 saves and a 3.38 ERA while serving as the Sand Gnats closer. He has appeared in 24 games, all in relief, while throwing 26.1 innings. The southpaw has struck out 24 batters and walked 11. Opponents are batting .242 against him.

Newswise — ANN ARBOR, Mich. – During this presidential election season, there will be plenty of debate between the candidates on the issues. But when it comes to childhood health concerns, a new poll shows many adults agree on the top priorities they want to see the candidates address: childhood obesity and bullying.

The University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health recently asked adults to name the top child health concerns that the presidential candidates should address.