Bainbridge Island Chinese Connection - Chinese New Year Celebration 2008 Year of the Rat2008

Culture & Activity Booths 2008

Come visit these fun and educational booths on February 10th, from 11:00am - 2:00pm. Booths will be situated all along Winslow Way and in the Winslow Mall. Donations appreciated!

Chinese Astrology
Find out about Chinese Astrology or Palm Reading. Learn about your "sign" and its significance.

2007 Chinese New Year CelebrationCalligraphy

Watch an on-site demonstration of Chinese calligraphy writing. See first hand the skill of calligraphers, using black ink on red paper, and creating beautiful Chinese couplets for the door and standalone good fortune characters to hang in your home.

Face Painting
A huge hit last year, we will have more colorful and fun patterns and designs to paint faces young and old alike.

2007 Chinese New Year Celebration

Chinese Tea
A favorite booth each year! Sample the wide variety of specialty teas from China. Experts will provide interesting histories for all the teas, as well as give tips for health benefits of each.

Traditional Emperor Photos
Imagine yourself in the Emperor’s shoes!  Have your picture taken as an Emperor or Empress and have some fun imagining what life would be like ruling China.  A beautifully painted board will provide a landscape for a memorable photo from the 2008 event.

Children’s Crafts
Explore your creative side with your kids and family at the crafts table. Create colorful and fun pieces to take home and enjoy.

Unique Gifts and Mementos
Back by popular demand! Our gifts booth will offer beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry, interesting Chinese and Asian pieces and fun gift merchandise.


Special thanks to:
Bainbridge Island Arts & Humanities Council
Mandalay Road Trading Company
for supporting this portion of the 2008 Chinese New Year Celebration.