We started out our annual United Way Day of Caring at the Decatur Senior Center, where we trimmed the shrubs and bushes that help to make the center so attractive. It took us about an hour and a half of hard work. Our second project was to clean up the […]
During the month of July, the United Way of Morgan County coordinates a school supply drive called “Stuff the Bus”. Area residents and businesses collect thousands of items to be distributed to Morgan County students for the upcoming school year. DAI is proud to be an annual participant. Employees drop […]
Soon you will see Decatur Fire and Rescue’s new Firefighting Boat on the Tennessee River. The boat will be the only one of its kind on the river and Daikin America played a critical role in bringing it to Decatur. Daikin donated $20,000 to DFR, which allowed the department to […]
They have arrived! Daikin America’s Homestay Program has been restructured as Daikin’s Cultural Experience Japan program and the inaugural class has arrived in Japan. Eight students and one teacher chaperone from Morgan and Lawrence County High Schools will spend the next 7 days in Japan learning about Daikin and Japanese […]
Daikin America employees in Orangeburg, NY generously supported Walking with Moms in Need, by hosting a “Baby Shower” to collect diapers, wipes, baby clothing, and other items of most urgent need. Walking with Moms in Need is a nation-wide initiative for organizations to provide resources for pregnant and parenting mothers […]
What do you need to know for Daikin Festival 2024? It’s all right here: WHEN: This Friday, May 3, 2024, from 6:30pm until 9pm. WHERE: Point Mallard Park WHAT: Japanese culture meets Southern hospitality in a FREE event for the entire family. WHO: Taiko Force drummers, local favorite classic rock […]
When you come to Daikin Festival 2024 at Mallard Point on May 3 from 6:30 to 9pm, you may see that some festival-goers seem extra festive in their happi coats – traditional Japanese festival wear going back generations. Happi coats are shorter versions of the kimono, worn by both men […]
The Japanese word “shodo” is a very short word used to describe something very beautiful: flowing kanji characters raised to a high art form. Shodo is usually translated as “the way of artistic hand writing or beautiful writing” and you’ll have the chance to learn it at Daikin Festival 2024, […]
We’re pretty enthusiastic about yakitori making an appearance at Daikin Festival 2024, May 3 from 6:30pm until 9pm. It may be the ultimate Japanese comfort food, although the word actually translates to “grilled chicken.” It can be found at street food stalls and home kitchens alike. Slow-cooked to perfection over […]
Yakisoba is a Japanese dish that is out of this world. It’s made with grilled buckwheat noodles, beef and a special sauce, and if you want to enjoy this tasty treat with a few thousand of your closest friends, all you’ll need is: 336 pounds of yakisoba noodles 18 gallons […]
The Daikin Festival returns to Point Mallard, May 3, 2024, from 6:30pm until 9pm. It’s a homegrown version of Bon Odori – Japanese summer festivals that have been celebrated for hundreds of years. As always, Daikin Festival is family-friendly, free of charge and even includes your food and drink. The […]
When it comes to food, we have every base covered at Daikin Festival 2024, May 3 from 6:30pm until 9:00pm at Point Mallard. Where else can you enjoy all these culinary delights for free? BBQ Hamburgers Chicken Fingers Yakisoba (grilled buckwheat noodles with beef in a special sauce) Yakitori (charcoal […]
You can’t have a spring festival in the style of Bon Odori without entertainment. That’s why Daikin Festival 2024 – May 3 from 6:30pm until 9pm – offers you and your family the widest imaginable range of delights. You can learn a Japanese folk dance, take in a performance by […]
The city of Decatur hosts a monthly household chemical collection event on the second Saturday of every month from 9 AM–12 PM. The event accepts household dry-cell batteries, used motor oil, paint, household cleaners, gasoline, kerosene, oil, filled aerosol cans, pool chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. Daikin was the sponsor […]
Once upon a time in Decatur, Alabama, a vibrant celebration of culture and unity called the Daikin Festival came to life. The festival, born out of the Grand Opening of the Daikin Plant, took place on May 8, 1994. Enthusiastic attendees gathered behind the warehouse in the paved area to […]
The Daikin Festival is back for 2024. On May 3, from 6:30 until 9pm CDT, we will celebrate Daikin’s 30th Anniversary at this Bon Odori-style festival at Point Mallard Park. Daikin Festival 2024 features live music, Japanese Folk Dancing and an amazing array of food and drink: Pizza, BBQ, chicken […]
Daikin is a one of the local industries that sponsors a non-perishable food drive in February called Barrels of Love. We had over 1,200 items donated by our Daikin employees this year. All food went to support our local agencies such as the CCC, Salvation Army and Backpack Program for […]
Daikin had the privilege of providing a Christmas Party for the Center for the Developmentally Disabled on December 12. Members of our team got to dance, help with crafts, and serve pizza and treats to our honored guests. We all had so much fun! The best part was seeing all […]
On January 3, staff members from Career Academies of Decatur visited the Daikin Plant to have an open discussion with the management team about what it takes to work at a manufacturing facility. They also got the opportunity to walk through the plant and speak with our operations team, while […]
Daikin had the privilege of providing a Christmas Party for Terrell Industries on December 20. We served pizza, cookies, drinks, and candy canes to the hardworking people at this special needs workshop. What better way to celebrate the holidays than watching our guests open their Christmas Bonus and gifts, sharing […]