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Lunar New Year Celebration @ Markham Musuem
January 25 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
🐍 Celebrate Lunar New Year at Markham Museum! 🧧
Join us on January 25th and 26th from 10 AM to 5 PM as we welcome the Year of the Snake with an unforgettable family friendly celebration! 🎉 Explore the traditions of Lunar New Year with hands-on activities.
Event Details:
🎨 Hands-On Activities
Zhezhi (Paper Folding): Explore the 2,000-year-old art form that inspired paper-folding traditions around the world, including Japanese origami.
Chinese Paper Cutting: Master the Tang Dynasty folk art of creating intricate designs, including bat motifs that symbolize prosperity and blessings (Fu).
Calligraphy: Experience the grace of Chinese calligraphy as you create characters with visual beauty and emotional resonance.
🎲 Snake-Themed Crafts & Games
Celebrate the Year of the Snake with creative and interactive activities for all ages.
🀄 Mahjong
Join in this timeless game, a beloved tradition in Chinese and Chinese-Canadian culture that brings families and communities closer together.
Plus, enjoy a variety of snake-themed crafts and games that kids and adults will love! 🐍
🎟️ Tickets are FREE—but donations are strongly encouraged to support future cultural programs at Markham Museum.
Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of tradition, creativity, and community.
Markham Museum looks forward to celebrating with you!
