In partnership with the New York Chinese Cultural Center, the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) celebrates the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Rabbit with two shows of Chinese dance and music on Saturday, February 4, from 4:00 – 4:30 P.M. EST and 5:00 – 5:30 P.M. EST. Embark on a mythical journey at the Museum of Chinese in America for our Lunar New Year Mixer as we celebrate the powerful and auspicious Year of the Dragon on Thursday, February 15, 2024. The Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is a time of renewal, celebration, and ushering in fortune and prosperity. The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) announced its 2024 MOCA FEST, an annual celebration of the Lunar New Year with programming for all ages. This Lunar New Year, the Year of the Wood Dragon General Admission $10* | MOCA Members $5* | Each ticket includes one complimentary drink. Join us at the Museum of Chinese in America for an auspicious Lunar New Year Mixer as we celebrate the enigmatic and elegant Year of the Snake. Taking place on the Lantern Festival and near Valentine’s Day, this event is the perfect opportunity to gather Celebrate the Year of the Snake at MOCA with a fun-filled Lunar New Year Family Festival! Enjoy cultural activities and surprises for all ages. Morning session: 10 AM–1 PM; Afternoon session: 2 PM–5 PM. Limited free tickets available for Culture Pass, Cool Culture, and Culture Connected families. Tickets at the door if capacity allows. Eventbrite - Museum of Chinese in America presents MOCA Lunar New Year Mixer - Thursday, February 15, 2024 at Museum of Chinese in America, New York, NY. Find event and ticket information. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of the Year of the Dragon! A cozy yet lively atmosphere filled the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) on Jan. 20 as Chinese professionals in the performing arts and students gathered for a mixer that was a prelude to the celebration of the Lunar New Year. Activities for the celebration which this year stretches over an 18-day period are centered in Chinatown where the Since Lunar New Year is a time for new beginnings and family gatherings, MOCA—the Museum of Chinese America– is presenting MOCA FEST 2024, an annual celebration of the Lunar New Year with programming for all ages. The museum will host family-friendly activities and programs through February 29, 2024. MOCA Lunar New Year Mixer . On February 15, MOCA will come alive with fiery performances, featuring a spectacular show by the dazzling drag artist Angel Au, an electrifying concert by the innovative band P.H.0, and the lively beats of DJ Aspirin. Lunar New Year Family Festival . Soar into the New Year on February 17 with an afternoon of fun for Join the Museum of Chinese in America and the New York Chinese Cultural Center (NYCCC) to celebrate the Lunar New Year with an afternoon filled with music, dance, and kung fu performances by NYCCC’s resident company and guest artists. Get ready to solve fun riddles as we conclude our Lunar New Year celebrations with the Lantern Festival! Date & Time: Tuesday, January 28th @4pm-6pm NYCCC performances at 4pm, 4:30pm & 5:00pm Location: Queens Place Mall 8801 Queens Boulevard Queens, NY 11373 Celebrate the joy and traditions of the Lunar New Year with a dazzling event at Queens Place Mall. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Chinese culture through captivating traditiona The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) has announced its 2023 MOCA FEST, an annual celebration of the Lunar New Year with free programming for all ages. This Lunar New Year, the Year of the MOCAKIDS Author Meet & Greet- Gordon & Li Li: Celebrate Chinese New Year Coloring & Activity Book Launch with Michele Wong McSween January 29, 2025, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm February 2025 A cozy yet lively atmosphere filled the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) on Jan. 20 as Chinese professionals in the performing arts and students gathered for a mixer that was a prelude to the celebration of the Lunar New Year. Activities for the celebration which this year stretches over an 18-day period are centered in Chinatown where the May this Lunar New Year bring you renewal, wisdom and prosperity. 新年快乐 (Happy New Year!) Activities for the celebration, which this year stretches over an 18-day period, are centered in Chinatown, where the Year of the Snake officially kicked off with a firecracker ceremony on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at Sara D. Roosevelt Park at Chrystie and Grand streets. Pre-Chinese New Year Preparations and Activities (Jan. 7–Feb. 12, 2025) Jan. 7, 2025: Laba Festival. Some Chinese start to celebrate and prepare for Chinese New Year as early as day 8 of the 12 th month of the lunar calendar. Join the Museum of Chinese in America and the New York Chinese Cultural Center (NYCCC) to celebrate the Lunar New Year with an afternoon filled with music, dance, and kung fu performances by NYCCC’s resident company and guest artists. Get ready to solve fun riddles as we conclude our Lunar New Year celebrations with the Lantern Festival! Chinese New Year Max Yavno; 1989.35.119. The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles Connect with MOCA on Instagram; Connect with MOCA on Facebook; Connect with MOCA Gordon & Li Li Celebrate Chinese New Year is an adorable and informative must-have book for any family who wants to get little ones excited to learn about Chinese New Year — and a second language! Each page features the English and pinyin spelling along with the Chinese character and the phonetic Mandarin pronunciation to help readers practice. 2013.018.037 Two men doing the lion dance. The entire background is obscured by firecracker smoke and the ground is littered with paper. This was most likely taken in New York's Chinatown during a Lunar New Year celebration, ca. 1971-1987. Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) Basement Workshop Collection. 2013.018.037 两人舞狮。
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