A Brief Cultural History of Taiwan

Republic of China or Formosa is a common name used for Taiwan in the last 50 years. Since then, some people have been anticipating a conflict coming to a head with China. When and how did this subtropical country become …

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Celebrating Confucius Birthday

Harper College Lifelong Learning Institute 1200 West Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL, United States

September 28th is Confucius' Birthday, also known as National Teachers' Day in many countries in East Asia. Confucius lived over 2500 years ago and his philosophy has guided people for peaceful living in 8 countries in East Asia including China, …

Yin and Yang of Mindfulness

Harper College Lifelong Learning Institute 1200 West Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL, United States

Mindfulness is often explained as having faraway Asian roots embedded in the past. Yet there are many accessible examples of yin and yang that you can find in contemporary life. Join cultural educator Yvonne Wolf to learn the basic principles …

Celebrating the Lunar New Year

Larami Public Library 2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne, WY, United States

What is Lunar New Year? The Lunar New Year season lasts from February 9th to February 24, 2024. It is a holiday observed by 20% of the world's population, yet many are unfamiliar with how it is celebrated. Educator Yvonne Wolf will …

Celebrating the Lunar New Year

Laramie Country Public Library 2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne, WY, United States

The Lunar New Year season lasts from February 9th to February 24, 2024. It is a holiday observed by 20% of the world's population, yet many are unfamiliar with how it is celebrated. Educator Yvonne Wolf will tell us about the Chinese calendar in …

The Chinese Zodiac and You

Carol Stream Public Library 616 Hiawatha Dr, Carol Stream, IL, United States

The Chinese use the zodiac animals to inspire and encourage positive qualities in ourselves by learning from the natural world. The twelve zodiac signs were and are used to measure time, compatibility for marriage, compatibility with a chosen occupation, and …

Celebrating the Lunar New Year

Wood Dale Public Library 520 N. Wood Dale Rd, Wood Dale, IL, United States

What is Lunar New Year? The Lunar New Year season lasts from February 9th to February 24, 2024. It is a holiday observed by 20% of the world's population, yet many are unfamiliar with how it is celebrated. Educator Yvonne Wolf will …

Celebrating the Lunar New Year

Prospect Heights Public Library 12 Elm Street, Prospect Heights, United States

Educator Yvonne Wolf shares about the Chinese calendar in relation to the Chinese New Year, the rites, activities, symbols, and foods associated with it and how you can participate in your own home. Whether it is your first time celebrating this cross-cultural …

Celebrating the Lunar New Year

Niles-Maine District Library 6960 W. Oakton Street, Niles, IL, United States

The Lunar New Year season lasts from February 9th to February 24, 2024. It is a holiday observed by 20% of the world's population, yet many are unfamiliar with how it is celebrated. Educator Yvonne Wolf will tell us about the Chinese calendar in …

Celebrating the Year of the Dragon

The Chinese use the zodiac animals to inspire and encourage positive qualities in ourselves by learning from the natural world. The twelve zodiac signs were and are used to measure time, compatibility for marriage, compatibility with a chosen occupation, and …

Celebrating the Lunar New Year

The Lunar New Year season lasts from February 9th to February 24, 2024. It is a holiday observed by 20% of the world's population, yet many are unfamiliar with how it is celebrated. Educator Yvonne Wolf will tell us about the Chinese calendar in …