20th ANNUAL
CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION
A GREAT SUCCESS!

On February 6, 2010 several hundred people mobbed Catherine McAuley High School in Portland for the celebration.

In the auditorium a SRO crowd took in a program of song and dance by the children of the Chinese School. The Costumes and choreography were wonderful and the performers, from toddlers to polished teens, delighted the audience.

Meanwhile in the gym vendors offered books, videos, postage stamps, clothes, and varied cultural materials. Also in the gym were tables where children could assemble TIGER crafts. Several mah jongg tables beckoned anyone who wanted to try the game.

speakers and presenters
challenged the mind and body

Francesco Duina of JLJ Consultants (and professor at Bates College) explained how his company offers solutions for international companies in China.
Karen Morency spoke about self-healing techniques for well-being.
Meret Bainbridge, a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, explained the concepts and practices of Chinese medicine.
Suzanne Fox, founder of Fox International, discussed the recent creation of the Maine-China Business Center.
The Riverview School of Martial Arts provided two children’s and one adults’ workshop in Tai Chi and the martial arts.

As for food: Lotus Restaurant of Falmouth and Bubble Maineia of Portland provided a delicious selection of food and beverages.

If this year’s celebration is any indication,
the Year of the Tiger
will be a great one!

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