Celebrate Lunar New Year (25 points)You can attend either of the following events for credit:San Jose Museum of ArtSaturday, January 28, 201711 AM–5 PMAdmission is FREEWelcome the Year of the Rooster with interactive art-making activities and live performances. This contemporary celebration honors the various Lunar New Year traditions observed by San Jose’s diverse communities. There is something for all ages, so bring the whole family. http://sjmusart.org/event/community-day-lunar-new-year-2017 San Francisco Chinese New Year ParadeAttend the San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade on Saturday February 11th, starting at 5:15pm. A San Francisco tradition since just after the Gold Rush, the parade continues to delight and entertain the many visitors who line the streets. Started in the 1860’s by the Chinese community in San Francisco, the parade serves as a means to educate the wider community about this cultural tradition. The Parade and Festival have grown to be one of the largest celebrations of Asian culture outside of Asia. http://www.chineseparade.com/ and http://www.sftourismtips.com/chinese-new-year-san-francisco.htmlDirections:Enjoy the festivities and write a 1-2 page evaluation of the experience. Include observations that relate to the interaction of culture and tradition, consider the visitors who were present and the activities involved in the celebration. Upload your file below.*If you are not local, we might be able to locate an event in your area.
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