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Book Talk | A History of Senbazuru

1000 Paper Cranes
2025-11-20 18:00:00 2025-11-20 19:00:00 America/New_York Book Talk | A History of Senbazuru Learn about the rich cultural significance of Senbazuru, the ancient Japanese art of folding 1000 paper cranes, and the story of Sadako, a Japanese girl injured in the Hiroshima bombing, and her message of peace. Make a paper crane to continue her legacy. Buford-Sugar Hill Branch -

Thursday, November 20
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-11-20 18:00:00 2025-11-20 19:00:00 America/New_York Book Talk | A History of Senbazuru Learn about the rich cultural significance of Senbazuru, the ancient Japanese art of folding 1000 paper cranes, and the story of Sadako, a Japanese girl injured in the Hiroshima bombing, and her message of peace. Make a paper crane to continue her legacy. Buford-Sugar Hill Branch -

Learn about the rich cultural significance of Senbazuru, the ancient Japanese art of folding 1000 paper cranes, and the story of Sadako, a Japanese girl injured in the Hiroshima bombing, and her message of peace. Make a paper crane to continue her legacy.

In Japanese culture, the symbolic act of folding paper cranes represents the pursuit of healing, longevity, and peace, and it is said that those who complete the thousand cranes will be granted a wish.


We will delve into the poignant story of Sadako, a young Japanese girl who endured the tragic consequences of the Hiroshima bombing at the end of World War II. In her memory, we will be making paper cranes together, symbolizing our commitment to carrying forward her profound wish for a harmonious and peaceful world.

AGE GROUP: | Ages 19+ | Ages 16-18 | Ages 12 - 15 |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Talk |

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