san gabrielThe San Gabriel Lunar New Year Festival was held in the historic monastery area of San Gabriel on the 17th. This is one of the main activities of the Lunar New Year in the San Gabriel Valley. It will be held for two consecutive days on the 17th and 18th this year and will be held in a parking lot, so the venue is more concentrated.In addition to live music and dance performances and food, Taiwango sightseeingThe bureau has prepared 1,000 small dragon lanterns, and Xilai Temple has also prepared various lottery activities. There is also a free Chinese medicine clinic on site, which is very lively.
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On the morning of the 17th, a crowd of people gathered even before the event began, with people from different ethnic groups gathering from all directions. City council representatives from Monterey Park and Arcadia, as well as federal Representative Judy Chu, California Representative Mike Fong and other guests attended the inauguration ceremony.
Zhao Meixin, wearing a Chinese-style jacket, gave a speech. He said the Lunar New Year holds a special place in the hearts of Chinese people as it means a better and brighter future. This year is especially special because the dragon symbolizes strength, power and courage. This mythical creature changes the world, and the Lunar New Year in the Year of the Dragon is also an opportunity to reflect on the course of history.AsianAmericans have greatly influenced American history, whether it was thousands of Chinese immigrants working tirelessly under difficult conditions to build a spectacular railroad through the Sierra Nevada mountains, or establishing local businesses, growing the economy, or expanding their country’s Have to serve. The Asian American community helped build this country, which is why today’s celebration is so important and highlights the beauty of Asian culture.
San Gabriel Vice Mayor Wu Chengyuan and City Councilor Ding Yanyu will also lead the public on a tour of San Gabriel’s historical sites during the event, giving everyone a chance to experience the city’s centuries-old history. Ding Yanyu said that in previous years the Lunar New Year Exhibition was a one-day event, but this year it has been extended to two days, and this time it is held together with the Lantern Festival. Various lanterns and exhibition areas have been prepared on the site for everyone to take photos and enjoy the lanterns at night. There are also food stalls and various information stalls. There is also a chalk drawing and children’s art area and play area. It is estimated that there will be around 50,000 people taking part.
The organizer said there were 150 stalls on site this year, offering food, drinks, entertainment and free Chinese medicine clinics, which were very popular with the elderly. Last year, when there was a shooting in Montreal, everyone was scared. This year the weather was good, people participated actively. This time the program was taken off the road and into a more concentrated area. Hsi Lai Temple participated for the first time this year, bringing lots of interactive sessions and festive lanterns.
The Taiwan Tourism Bureau booth was also very busy. Lin Yizheng, director of the Los Angeles office of the Taiwan Tourism Bureau, said that more than a thousand small dragon lanterns were produced on the site, and there was also a chance to win the grand prize. China Airlines air tickets, as well as gift packages and Forbidden City tickets are provided by the Taiwan Tourism Bureau. I hope everyone will participate enthusiastically and have the opportunity to visit Taiwan to enjoy the beautiful scenery and food.
The event is February 18th at 428 S. Mission Dr., San Gabriel, CA
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