Keeping the lions roaring

Lion dance – a tradition to be preserved Although the COVID-19 pandemic and its associated restrictions have grounded lion dance performances during the Chinese New Year (CNY) festivities for two years now, the spirit of the tradition should be remembered, valued, and preserved. The iconic lion dance is a form of traditional dance in Chinese […]

Grabbing hold of an old tradition

A child’s first birthday is one of the most important days to celebrate. It signifies his or her physical growth, from a baby to a toddler — blossoming to the next stage in life. High hopes for the future According to Chinese traditions, a ‘birthday grab’ ceremony is usually done to commemorate the child’s coming […]