Celebrate the La ntern Festival with an afternoon of performances\, activities\, and commun ity fun. Enjoy a vibrant lineup featuring local musicians\, dancers\, sing ers\, Tai Chi demonstrations\, poetry recitation\, a children&rsquo\;s sta ge performance\, calligraphy demonstrations\, and more.
\nAlongside special performances\, visitors can take part in hands‑on crafts\, solve traditional lantern riddles\, enter lucky draws\, and explore intera ctive booths.
\nThe Lantern Festival marks the joyful conclusion of Lunar New Year and is an important tradition in Chinese culture. Everyone is invited to experience the celebration\, learn something new\, and enjoy a welcoming\, inclusive atmosphere that highlights cultural diversity in our community.
\nIn partnership with KWYO Youth Strings\, \ ;Full House Brass\, Red Maple Senior Association\, Waterloo Region Chinese Canadian As sociation (WCCA)\, Musicians of Laurier Academy of Music and Arts\, and Birchl eaf Dance.
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ance Room (YMCA Multi‑Purpose Room)
Opens to the publ
ic at 1:00 PM
Crafts &\; Booths Room (John M. Harper Br
anch Program Room)
Opens to the public at 1:45 PM
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\nPhotography Notice: Please note that photographs and videos may be taken at this event and may be broadcast\, reproduced\, and /or made available in print or online. For individual or small group photo s\, staff will make attendees aware of their presence and will ask permiss ion before taking photos. \;
\nFor larger public events\, please note that by attending\, you are consenting to the use of your appearance \, image\, and voice in print or digital productions created by the Waterl oo Public Library for promotional use only. Please speak to library staff at the event if you&rsquo\;d like to be excluded from any photo/video.&nbs p\;
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