![]() ![]() The Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales Branch Library will have refreshments and craft time from 4 to 5 p.m. The Montbello Branch Library will have refreshments and craft time from 3 to 5 p.m. Goldspot Brewing, near Regis University at 4970 Lowell Boulevard Denver, is throwing a four-course dinner paired with beers. We couldn’t find an official listing for this one, so you’ll have to drive out to Federal and see what’s what! It’s $25 to get in after 1:30, if you want to see “first-class cultural performances by world-renowned and award-winning artists.”įather Dang said he’ll be at Pho 555 at 11 a.m. There’s free admission and parking from 10:30 to 1:30, which will feature food, games and cultural displays. The Denver Chinese School is throwing a party at George Washington High School from 10:30 a.m. OK, here are some places to go see lion dancers, eat food and soak up some culture: “For somebody to say, ‘happy Chinese New Year to Vietnamese or Koreans, you may have offended them,” he said.įor what it’s worth, the Far East Center, whose big arches welcome people entering from Federal, has gone with the rabbit this year. He said there are some geopolitical reasons for this, too. But Tet diverges this year for followers of that tradition, if will be the year of the cat.ĭang, who was born in a cat year, said you should be careful not to spread blanket well-wishes like “happy year of the rabbit,” especially if you’re heading towards Federal Boulevard for a celebration or just to eat at one of the corridor’s many Vietnamese restaurants. This cycle, we’re entering the Chinese year of the rabbit, which is the predominant tradition you’ll see advertised around town. Usually, Vietnamese Lunar New Year – or Tet – raises up the same zodiac animal as their counterparts in China and Korea. But first, something you should know:įather Joseph Dang, a chaplain and community leader within Denver’s Vietnamese community, wants everyone to know 2023’s new year is different than most celebrations. If you’re not sure where to go, here are a bunch of options, including a ton provided by the Denver Public Library. It officially begins this weekend, but there’s stuff going on for the next few weeks. This year, the Google homepage will feature a special doodle in honor of the final day of the celebration, created by Google artist Celine You.It’s time once again for Lunar New Year, dear Denverites, an important holiday celebrated across east and southeast Asia. The holiday is celebrated differently all over the world, but most festivities include lion and dragon dances, parades, and fireworks. During the festival, houses are decorated with the lanterns – and if the riddles written on them are guessed correctly, a small prize is usually rewarded. According to China Highlights, "The lanterns symbolize people letting go of the past year and welcoming the new year with good fortune."Ĭhinese imagery such as fruits, flowers, birds, animals, people, and buildings are patterned on the festive lanterns, in addition to fun riddles. The Lantern Festival tradition dates back to over 2,000 years ago, and stems from a number of origin stories. ![]() The end of the Lunar New Year festivities is annually marked with the Chinese Lantern Festival, taking place on the 15th day of the first month of the Chinese lunisolar calendar (which coincides with the first full moon). What is the horoscope for a Tiger sign this year? Earth Tigers are generous, but can have an arrogant side as well. ![]() Wood Tigers love to learn, have excellent memories, and are creative with a solid group of friends.įire Tigers are detail oriented, talented, and strong willed – but hate discussion. Metal Tigers are natural leaders with a rebellious side, but are also sympathetic to those on their team. Other recent years include 19's Metal Tiger, 19's Wood Tiger, 19's Fire Tiger, and 19's Earth Tiger. Those born this year are said to have great interpersonal relationships, and be very family oriented. That means every 60 years, one element will apply to the Zodiac sign and have certain personality traits associated with it.Ģ022 is the Year of the Water Tiger. Chinese zodiacs are based on the Heavenly Stems and Branches system, which coordinates one of five elements (Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth) to each Tiger Year on a rotating basis. ![]()
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