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CELEBRATE LUNAR NEW YEAR AT TEXAS A&M
COLLEGE STATION, February 4, 2008 – February 7, 2008 (this Thursday) is the Lunar New Year, one of the most celebrated days in a lot of Asian countries, especially China, Korea, & Vietnam. At Texas A&M University, various organizations have also planned on events to commemorate this very special festival.
(1) Lunar New Year Celebration and Dinner at Sbisa
Organizers: Confucius Institute at Texas A&M University, Institute for Pacific Asia, Dining Services, Residence Life, Chinese Students & Scholars Association
What: The evening festivities will include a Tai Chi demonstration, traditional Chinese dances, pipa (Chinese string instrument) solo, Taekwondo demo, and an Asian/Chinese dress parade of local children. In addition, a lion and dragon dance, performed by Lee’s Golden Dragon, will lead participants in a march to Sbisa for a grand finale.
When: 5:30 p.m., February 7, 2008
Where: Sbisa
How: Performance is free for all. Just show up & enjoy! Tickets for the dinner buffet are available at the door for $8.88 (meal plans are allowed); kids aged 3 to 12 are $5.08 and children under 3 are free.
Information: Carmen Suen at 979-845-3099 or csuen@ipomail.tamu.edu.
(2) Chinese New Year Dinner Party
Organizer: TAMU China Faculty Association (CFA)
What: TAMU China Faculty Association (CFA), in collaboration with the local Chinese community, will be organizing a Chinese New Year Dinner Party, featuring seafood buffet and door prizes. The details are as follows. Due to limited seating, advanced registration is required on a “first come, first serve” basis. Please register at your earliest convenience. This will be a great opportunity to celebrate the Chinese New Year with your colleagues and friends with interests and ties to China.
When: 6:30pm, Feb. 9 (Saturday), 2008.
Where: Taste of China, 2702 Texas Ave South, College Station, TX 77840. (Phone: 695-8188)
Who: TAMU Faculty, staff, their families and guests;
Cost: $11.00 for adults; $6.00 for kids (4-12) (Tea & non-alcoholic drinks included). Payment is expected at registration.
Registration: Registration is accepted before 5:00pm, Feb. 4, 2008 (first come, first serve). We need an exact head count one week in advance; no late registration is accepted.
How: To register, please stop by Taste of China in person and admission ticket will be issued when you register. Please do not lose your ticket(s), which will be used for admission and door prize drawing during the party.
Information: Jay Zhou at (979)695-8188(O); (979)575-1966 (C).or jay8188@yahoo.com
(3) 2008 Chinese New Year Variety Show
Organizer: Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA)
What: Chinese New Year is the biggest traditional festival for Chinese of the entire world. It is a great opportunity to taste the beautiful singing, dancing, and other Chinese cultural performances! It is our great honor and pleasure to invite you to attend the show and spend a wonderful night with us.
When: 7-10PM, Feb10, 2008
Where: Rudder Theatre
How: Tickets are now available at MSC Box Office (Hours: M-F: 11am-5pm; and Feb 10 (Sunday) 6pm-7:15pm)
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