2010
Culture Booths for Kids and their Families
Come visit these fun and interesting booths on February 8, 11:00am - 2:00pm in Winslow Mall’s covered courtyard. Donations appreciated!
Chinese Astrology
Discover the Chinese zodiac. Learn about your sign and its significance.
Brush Calligraphy
See a demonstration of Chinese writing. Our calligraphers, using black ink on red paper, can make beautiful Chinese characters to hang in your home, or they can create a Chinese name for you.
Face Painting
Who would you like to be today? A Peking Opera singer? A cat? If this is your zodiac year, an ox?
Chinese Tea
It’s February. It’s chilly out there. Come sample some specialty teas from China. Our experts can tell you interesting histories of the teas, as well as give tips on the traditional health benefits of each.
Ring Toss
This universal children’s game is played at New Year’s Festivals all across China. Cast your hoop around the pin and win the prize!
Traditional Emperor Photos
Put yourself in the Emperor’s shoes! Have your picture taken as an Emperor or Empress and imagine what life would be like ruling China. A beautiful traditional ancestor painting provides the setting for a memorable photo from the Festival.
Children’s Crafts
Explore your creative side with your kids and family at the crafts table. Create colorful Chinese lanterns to take home and enjoy.
Gifts and Mementos
Offering one-of-a-kind jewelry, interesting Chinese pieces and fun kids’ merchandise.
The 2009 Chinese New Year Festival and Parade was sponsored by:
Bainbridge Island
Kids
Discovery
Museum
Bainbridge
Island
Lodging