Lunar New Year Activities
Saturday & Sunday, February 24th & 25th, 2024 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Artists and Creators: Leland Wong, Dragon Papa, Teo Octavia
Collaborators: Children's Creativity Museum
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Lunar New Year activities include a collage lantern workshop in collaboration with the Children’s Creativity Museum, a dragon painting demonstration and giveaway from renowned artist Leland Wong, dragon’s beard candy demonstrations by San Francisco’s very own Dragon Papa, and a zine making workshop with Teo Octavia.
This event is free and open to the public
SATURDAY | February 24th
Lantern Collaging with Children’s Creativity Museum | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Inspired by the beautiful lanterns that are hung during Lunar New Year and adorn Chinatown year-round, join us for an afternoon of crafting your own paper collage lantern.
Artisanal Candy Making with Dragon Papa | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Dragon's Beard Candy, a 2,000-year-old artisan Chinese dessert, traces its origins back to the Han Dynasty, where it was served to Chinese royalty. Its name is derived from the thin, feathery threads that cling to the chin when consumed, resembling a dragon's beard. Dragon Papa will be demonstrating how to recreate this delectable treat.
SUNDAY | February 25th
Zine Making Workshop with Teo Octavia | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join local Bay Area artist Teo Octavia (they/them) for a special Lunar New Year drop-in mini zine workshop. Teo loves engaging in creative work because they believe that creative practices bring life to collective healing, play, and joy.
Artist Demonstration & Giveaway with Leland Wong | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Leland Wong will demonstrate his renowned draftsman skills with dragon drawings in honor of the 2024 Lunar Year. Limited artworks by Wong will go home with lucky visitors!
Artisanal Candy Making with Dragon Papa | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Dragon's Beard Candy, a 2,000-year-old artisan Chinese dessert, traces its origins back to the Han Dynasty, where it was served to Chinese royalty. Its name is derived from the thin, feathery threads that cling to the chin when consumed, resembling a dragon's beard. Dragon Papa will be demonstrating how to recreate this delectable treat.