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SUMMARY:Lunar New Year Dragon Celebration
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Library\nGaithersburg Library
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DESCRIPTION:Join our friends from Li-Ming Academy for a celebration of the
  Year of the Dragon.\nhttps://mcpl.libnet.info/event/10064837
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<p><strong>Year of the Dragon Celebration at 
 Gaithersburg Library</strong></p>\n<p>Join us for a captivating celebratio
 n of the 2024 Lunar New Year\, presented in collaboration with students fr
 om the Li-Ming Chinese Academy and the Gaithersburg Library. This special 
 program promises to immerse you in the rich tapestry of Chinese New Year c
 ustoms and cultural activities.</p>\n<p>Discover the traditions of Chinese
  families as they joyfully welcome the Lunar New Year\, exploring the sign
 ificance of various customs. Delve into the intriguing world of Chinese zo
 diac signs and learn how they shape individual characteristics based on bi
 rth years.</p>\n<p>The festivities extend beyond informative sessions\, fe
 aturing a shadow puppet show\,&nbsp\;a delightful fusion of artistry and s
 torytelling.&nbsp\;Experience the grace and beauty of Tai-Chi in live demo
 nstrations\, showcasing the traditional Chinese martial art. Additionally\
 , be captivated by the artistry of yo-yo performances\, displaying the ski
 llful manipulation of this classic toy.<br />As the program unfolds\, seiz
 e the opportunity to try your hand at yo-yo tricks during hands-on practic
 e sessions. Conclude the celebration with a Chinese calligraphy demonstrat
 ion\, where you can witness the creation of personalized Chinese names for
  yourselves and receive new year fortune wishes.</p>\n<p>We extend our war
 m invitation to you\, your family\, and friends to join us&nbsp\;in usheri
 ng in the Year of the Dragon with joy\, laughter\, and cultural enrichment
 . Look forward to sharing this special occasion with you and the community
  at the Gaithersburg Library.</p>\n<p>Questions call the library branch at
  240-773-9490</p>\n<p>Accommodation Requests</p>\n<p>People who are Deaf o
 r Hard of Hearing should request&nbsp\;English-language captioning or sign
 -language interpretation&nbsp\;at least five days before the library-spons
 ored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Acc
 essibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation re
 quests.</p>\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n<p>mh 1.1 01/03/2023</p>\n<p></p>\nhttps://mc
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