Celebrate the Year of the Snake ~~ See families in their best new clothes, adults handing out red envelopes to children and their still single friends… Line up to cheer for the lion dancers, sounds of the drum and gong during the New Year Parade … Get a glimpse of the colorful lanterns against the night sky, oh, it is the Chinese Lantern Festival!

Pauline will be presenting workshops to adults, teens, and families at various venues in the Bay Area. Learn to paint auspicious flowers and fruits, make a banner of bamboo, plum blossoms, or peonies. Find out the hidden meanings of each. Write calligraphy for Good Luck and May All Your Wishes Come True and share Peace and Good Fortune. Check the library websites to sign up for hands-on activities: