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University of Birmingham Spring Festival Celebrations

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University of Birmingham Spring Festival Celebrations

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Join us for a week of celebrations to mark the beginning of the year of the Rat!

The celebration of the Lunar New Year is the most important festival in Chinese culture. China during this period is dominated by iconic red lanterns, loud fireworks, massive banquets and parades. We also call it the Spring Festival and Lunar New Year to include those countries such as North and South Korea and Vietnam who celebrate it as well.

We have put together a few free activities for students to try something from traditional Chinese culture or remind yourself of home 😊

For more information on the festival, visit: https://chinesenewyear.net/

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Guild Celebration
Guild Reception - 11.00-15.00
Join us at the Guild of Students as we celebrate the New Year!

There will be stalls from different Student Groups where you will be able to learn about the festival, try out some fun celebratory activities and take home a fortune cookie (or two)!

https://www.guildofstudents.com/ents/event/4597/

Calligraphy Session
Engineering Building, Room G26 - 13.00-16.00

Join us for a traditional Chinese calligraphy session where you can make a sign to decorate your door. 福到了！

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Lunar New Year Celebration
The Arcadian Centre, Birmingham City Centre - 11:30-16:00
Come and join the Midlands biggest Chinese New Year celebrations with 30,000 expected to welcome the first animal of the Chinese zodiac.
Be prepared to indulge away with authentic Chinese street food, from dumplings to noodles brought to you from various Chinese regions; vibrant Chinese music, lion dance and fire crackers, face changing magic and much much more!

https://www.facebook.com/events/2442067609453016/

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Lion Dance
University House Business School Cafe 1902, 1pm
The lion dance has been part of the Chinese culture for thousands of years and is performed on auspicious occasions such as weddings, store openings, and various festivals and celebrations. The lion, a symbol of power, wisdom, and good fortune, chases away evil spirits and brings happiness, longevity, and good luck.

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Tai Chi Session
Green Heart (Or Alan Walters Atrium if it rains!) - 10.00-12.00
Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art practiced for both its defense training, its health benefits and meditation. Join us for a beginners class, please wear warm comfortable clothing!
(please note that tai chi is traditionally practiced outside, if the weather is not good we will update this page to let you know if we need to go to the old Gym!)

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Calligraphy Session
Library Lounge, Main Library - 12.00-14.00
Join us for a traditional Chinese calligraphy session where you can make a sign to decorate your door!

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Traditional Lantern Making Session
Library Lounge, Main Library - 12.00-14.00
Create your own traditional lantern to hang for the Spring Lantern Festival!