The Animals of the Chinese Zodiac: The Year of the Dragon

Morton Arboretum 4100 IL-53, Lisle, 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

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 …

An Introduction to the Art of Chinese Papercutting

Prairie Trails Public Library 8449 Moody Ave., Burbank, 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 …

A Traditional Chinese Tea Demonstration

Cook Memorial Public Library District 701 Aspen Dr., Vernon Hills, 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 …

The Chinese Zodiac and You

Bellwood Public Library 600 Bohland Ave, Bellwood, 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 …

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 …