An Introduction to the Art of Chinese Papercutting

Glenview Public Library 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview, IL, United States

Educator Yvonne Wolf presents an introduction to the Chinese papercutting art as it relates to other cultures. She will bring samples of Chinese master artwork papercutting as well as showing beginner projects that can be finished within a few minutes. Chinese …

The Chinese Zodiac and You

Grayslake Public Library 100 Library Ln., Grayslake, 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

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 Power of the Chinese Zodiac

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

Lisle Library District 777 Front St., Lisle, 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 …

Soup, Eggroll, Stir Fry and Fried Rice: Hidden Messages in Chinese Food

Hinsdale Public Library 20 East Maple St., Hinsdale, IL, United States

Chinese food is set up in a combination of soup, eggroll, stir fry and rice. What is the meaning or cultural reason for this order? Is the fortune cookie authentic? If you wince at seeing whole fish or shrimp served …

Traditional Chinese Tea Demonstration

Avidor Glenview 650 Waukegan Rd, Glenview, IL, United States

According to Confucianism, the art of tea is as much transformative on an introspective level as it is on a ceremonial level. Gain a brief background on the origin of tea and its role in East Asian social interactions along …

Celebrating the Cherry Blossoms Festival

The Moorings 811 E. Central Rd., Arlington Heights, IL, United States

Japan has been a fascinating American tourist attraction for decades. Educator Yvonne Wolf lived and worked in Japan. She will give a brief overview of Japan and welcome Spring the Japanese way, through the cherry blossom festivals. Cherry Blossom season …

Celebrating the Cherry Blossoms Festival

Lake Bluff Public Library 123 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff, Il

Japan has been a fascinating American tourist attraction for decades. Educator Yvonne Wolf lived and worked in Japan. She will give a brief overview of Japan and welcome Spring the Japanese way, through the cherry blossom festivals. This includes a …

Celebrating the Cherry Blossoms Festival

Vernon Area Public Library 300 Olde Half Day Rd, Lincolnshire, IL, United States

Japan has been a fascinating American tourist attraction for decades. Educator Yvonne Wolf lived and worked in Japan. She will give a brief overview of Japan and welcome Spring the Japanese way, through the cherry blossom festivals. Cherry Blossom season …

An Introduction to the East Asian Garden

Pilot Pete's 905 West Irving Park Road, Schaumburg, IL

Yvonne Wolf gives a short background on the aesthetics of the Japanese and the Chinese gardens.  Discover Confucian symbolism expressed in gardens and how they are used to relieve stress and cultivate inner peace. Learn the cultural history of the …

An Introduction to the East Asian Garden

The Moorings 811 E. Central Rd., Arlington Heights, IL, United States

Yvonne Wolf gives a short background on the aesthetics of the Japanese and the Chinese gardens.  Discover Confucian symbolism expressed in gardens and how they are used to relieve stress and cultivate inner peace. Learn the cultural history of the …