Address:

Gym at Richvale Community Centre, 160 Avenue Road Richmond Hill, ON L4C 5L8
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Category:

Community Led Events

Event Details:

This community-led Chinese Spring Festival Celebration brings together families, newcomers, seniors, and youth to celebrate the Chinese New Year through culture, connection, and shared experiences. Organized by the International Psychology Association of Canada (IPAC), a non-profit organization, and supported by volunteers, the event aims to promote cultural inclusion, community engagement, and cross-cultural understanding.

Participants will be able to enjoy a variety of hands-on cultural activities and family-friendly experiences, including:

• Painted Fan (漆扇) DIY workshop, allowing participants to create their own traditional Chinese-style decorative fans

• Pottery experience, offering hands-on clay activities inspired by traditional craftsmanship

• Chinese calligraphy experience, where participants can practice writing the character “福” (fortune) and learn its cultural significance

• Traditional Chinese games, designed for participants of all ages to enjoy cultural play and interaction

• Face painting booth for children, adding a fun and creative element for families

• Live performances by senior community groups (Domimi), showcasing traditional songs and cultural performances while highlighting intergenerational connection

Through these activities, the celebration encourages cultural learning, creativity, and intergenerational engagement, while fostering community connection and cross-cultural understanding.

The event is open to the public and welcomes individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.