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SUMMARY:Celebrating the Cherry Blossoms Festival
DESCRIPTION:Upon the occasion of United State’s 250th anniversary\, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Japan has gifted Washington DC with 250 cherry blossom trees. What is the significance of this arboreal gift? Educator Yvonne Wolf lived and worked in Japan. She will give a brief overview of Japan’s national flower and welcome Spring the Japanese way\, through the cherry blossom festivals. Cherry Blossom season is from early March to early May. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, click here.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/celebrating-the-cherry-blossoms-festival-29/
LOCATION:Indian Trails Public Library\, 355 Schoenbeck Rd.\, Wheeling\, IL\, 60090
CATEGORIES:festival,flowers,In-Person Event,Japanese
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260424T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260424T113000
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UID:2387-1777026600-1777030200@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:Celebrating the Cherry Blossoms Festival
DESCRIPTION:Upon the occasion of United State’s 250th anniversary\, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Japan has gifted Washington DC with 250 cherry blossom trees. What is the significance of this arboreal gift? Educator Yvonne Wolf lived and worked in Japan. She will give a brief overview of Japan’s national flower and welcome Spring the Japanese way\, through the cherry blossom festivals. Cherry Blossom season is from early March to early May. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, click here.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/celebrating-the-cherry-blossoms-festival-30/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Crafts,festival,flowers,In-Person Event,Japanese,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260429T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260429T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T010746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T010746Z
UID:2392-1777464000-1777471200@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:The Untold Story Behind Mahjong
DESCRIPTION:Mah jongg came a long way…from China to the US. This seminar will enlighten you about how that journey came about\, what the Mahjong characters (AKA kraks)\, bamboos (AKA bams)\, and dots represent and the difference between Mah jongg and mahjong. Yvonne Wolf also explains the history\, cultural symbols\, Chinese expressions\, and cultural evolution of the internationally popular Chinese game of mahjong. \nThis is a private event.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/the-untold-story-behind-mahjong-6/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Israel\, 3601 Dempster St\, Skokie\, IL\, 60076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chinese,Cross Culture,game,History,In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260430T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260430T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T011114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T011114Z
UID:2396-1777545000-1777548600@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:Design Elements of the East Asian Garden
DESCRIPTION:Yvonne Wolf gives a short background on the aesthetics of the Japanese and the Chinese gardens.  Discover Confucian symbolism expressed in gardens and how they are used to relieve stress and cultivate inner peace. Learn the cultural history of the East Asian Garden and its carefully composed scenes of ponds\, paths\, and pavilions. Yvonne will use examples from the Japanese Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden\,  Morton Arboretum\, and Ping Tom Park in Chicago Chinatown. After attending this presentation\, you will have a greater understanding and appreciation of East Asian gardens. \nTo register for this event\, click here.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/design-elements-of-the-east-asian-garden/
LOCATION:Morton Arboretum\, 4100 IL-53\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,East Asian,garden,In-Person Event,relaxation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260505T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T011711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T011711Z
UID:2397-1777986000-1777989600@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:An Introduction to the East Asian Garden
DESCRIPTION:Yvonne Wolf gives a short background on the aesthetics of the Japanese and the Chinese gardens.  Discover Confucian symbolism expressed in gardens and how they are used to relieve stress and cultivate inner peace. Learn the cultural history of the East Asian Garden and its carefully composed scenes of ponds\, paths\, and pavilions. Yvonne will use examples from the Japanese Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden and Ping Tom Park in Chicago Chinatown. After attending this presentation\, you will have a greater understanding and appreciation of East Asian gardens. \nTo register for this Zoom event\, please contact JCC calendar. \n 
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/an-introduction-to-the-east-asian-garden-14/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:East Asian,garden,History,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T012732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T163104Z
UID:2405-1778090400-1778094000@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:An Introduction to the East Asian Garden
DESCRIPTION:Many major American cities have been beautified by Japanese and Chinese gardens. Discover Confucian symbolism expressed in gardens and how they are used to relieve stress and cultivate inner peace. Learn the cultural history of the East Asian Garden and its carefully composed scenes of ponds\, paths\, and pavilions. Yvonne will use examples from the Japanese Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden and Ping Tom Park in Chicago Chinatown. After attending this presentation\, you will have a greater understanding and appreciation of East Asian gardens. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, please click here.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/an-introduction-to-the-east-asian-garden-15/
LOCATION:Barrington Public Library\, 505 N Northwest Hwy\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
CATEGORIES:East Asian,garden,In-Person Event,relaxation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260509T153000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T013052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T013052Z
UID:2408-1778335200-1778340600@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:A Traditional Chinese Tea Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Tea is the number two most popular drink in the world. In American history\, disagreement over the tea trade was pivotal to American independence from Great Britain. What is the role of tea abroad and here at home? According to Confucianism\, the art of tea is as much transformative on an introspective level as it is on a ceremonial level. Gain a brief background on the origin of tea and its role in East Asian social interactions along with its many benefits. Engage in the ritual of tea handling\, tea ware function and identification\, and proper tea steeping. Yvonne will offer two types of tea tasting\, including one non-caffeinated option. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, please click here.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/a-traditional-chinese-tea-demonstration-18/
LOCATION:Naperville Public Library\, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.\, Naperville\, 60565\, United States
CATEGORIES:Communication,East Asian,Food and Drinks,In-Person Event,relaxation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260511T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260511T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T012419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T012419Z
UID:2403-1778508000-1778511600@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Educator Yvonne Wolf gives a brief background on the ancient practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine\, including three main principles of its purpose. She will relate this ancient study to Western traditions and introduce 5 common roots and herbs that are meaningful and useful in Chinese Traditional Medicine such as ginger\, ginseng\, and licorice. She will show samples of these common herbs and roots in their dried forms. If you have been curious but not quite confident about trying Chinese herbal medicine\, this presentation will be the first step towards a more informed\, alternative path to health. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, click here.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/an-introduction-to-traditional-chinese-medicine-14/
LOCATION:Indian Trails Public Library\, 355 Schoenbeck Rd.\, Wheeling\, IL\, 60090
CATEGORIES:Chinese,health and wellness,In-Person Event,Traditional Chinese Medicine
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260511T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T021733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T021733Z
UID:2434-1778526000-1778529600@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Educator Yvonne Wolf gives a brief background on the ancient practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine\, including three main principles of its purpose. She will relate this ancient study to Western traditions and introduce 5 common roots and herbs that are meaningful and useful in Chinese Traditional Medicine such as ginger\, ginseng\, and licorice. She will show samples of these common herbs and roots in their dried forms. If you have been curious but not quite confident about trying Chinese herbal medicine\, this presentation will be the first step towards a more informed\, alternative path to health. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, please check back in April.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/an-introduction-to-traditional-chinese-medicine-15/
LOCATION:Prospect Heights Public Library\, 12 Elm Street\, Prospect Heights\, 60070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chinese,health and wellness,In-Person Event,Traditional Chinese Medicine
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T013751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T013751Z
UID:2412-1778698800-1778702400@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:Scallion Pancake Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Scallion pancakes are a common street food in Taiwan. This popular savory snack came from China and is a local favorite for its simple ingredients. This fast cooking and finger friendly food also make them a portable street food featured prominently in Taiwan’s night markets. Yvonne’s family had a Chinese bread business in Los Angeles for over 20 years. She grew up making these in her family business. Come and learn more about this Chinese savory\, vegetarian\, dairy free snack. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, please click here. \nImage downloaded from Pixabay.com
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/scallion-pancake-tasting/
LOCATION:Glenview Public Library\, 1930 Glenview Road\, Glenview\, IL\, 60025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chinese,Food and Drinks,In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260514T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260514T173000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T014520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T014520Z
UID:2418-1778774400-1778779800@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Chinese Papercut Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Educator Yvonne Wolf welcomes you to the art of Chinese papercutting on the theme of \npapercut flowers. Join her in participating first-hand in an ancient artform dedicated to \nappreciating intricate design in nature. You are invited to a deeper awareness of math\, \ndesign\, and traditional seasonal flowers in the Chinese world such as the iris\, lotus\, \nand the chrysanthemum. Several designs and templates are available. You will succeed \nwith projects to take home. \nTo register for this workshop\, please check back in April.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/an-introduction-to-chinese-papercut-flowers/
LOCATION:Lake Villa Public Library\, 140 N Munn Rd\, Lindhurst\, IL\, 60046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chinese,Crafts,flowers,In-Person Event,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T014639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T014639Z
UID:2415-1778783400-1778788800@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Papercut Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Educator Yvonne Wolf welcomes you to the art of Chinese papercutting on the theme of \npapercut flowers. Join her in participating first-hand in an ancient artform dedicated to \nappreciating intricate design in nature. You are invited to a deeper awareness of math\, \ndesign\, and traditional seasonal flowers in the Chinese world such as the iris\, lotus\, \nand the chrysanthemum. Several designs and templates are available. You will succeed \nwith projects to take home. \nTo register for this workshop\, please check back in April.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/an-introduction-to-papercut-flowers/
LOCATION:Lake Villa Public Library\, 140 N Munn Rd\, Lindhurst\, IL\, 60046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chinese,Crafts,flowers,In-Person Event,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260518T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T014013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T014013Z
UID:2409-1779112800-1779116400@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:Scallion Pancake Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Scallion pancakes are a common street food in Taiwan. This popular savory snack came from China and is a local favorite for its simple ingredients. This fast cooking and finger friendly food also make them a portable street food featured prominently in Taiwan’s night markets. Yvonne’s family had a Chinese bread business in Los Angeles for over 20 years. She grew up making these in her family business. Come and learn more about this Chinese savory\, vegetarian\, dairy free snack. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, please click here. \nImage downloaded from Pixabay.com
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/scallion-pancake-tasting-2/
LOCATION:Tinley Park Public Library\, 7851 Timber Dr.\, Tinley Park\, 60477\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chinese,Food and Drinks,In-Person Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260518T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260518T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T021041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T021141Z
UID:2431-1779130800-1779134400@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Sushi has made its way from ancient Japan to American supermarkets. There is a rainbow of favorite sushi fish and seafood toppings. Has it always been eaten raw? What other culture eats uncooked fish as part of their regular diet? Yvonne has worked and lived in Japan. She will share the cultural history of the sushi cuisine in a way that relates to the multicultural American experience. This program will make you raw raw for sushi. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, please click here.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/2431/
LOCATION:Northbrook Public Library\, 1201 Cedar Lane
\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food and Drinks,History,In-Person Event,Japanese
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260528T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260528T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T015120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T015120Z
UID:2420-1779973200-1779976800@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:An Introduction to the East Asian Garden
DESCRIPTION:Many major American cities have been beautified by Japanese and Chinese gardens. Discover Confucian symbolism expressed in gardens and how they are used to relieve stress and cultivate inner peace. Learn the cultural history of the East Asian Garden and its carefully composed scenes of ponds\, paths\, and pavilions. Yvonne will use examples from the Japanese Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden and Ping Tom Park in Chicago Chinatown. After attending this presentation\, you will have a greater understanding and appreciation of East Asian gardens. \nPlease contact Dickinson Hall – Lake Forest and Lake Bluff Senior Center for more information.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/an-introduction-to-the-east-asian-garden-16/
LOCATION:Dickinson Hall\, 100 E Old Mill Rd\,\, Lake Forest\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:East Asian,garden,In-Person Event,relaxation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260602T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T020825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T020825Z
UID:2429-1780408800-1780412400@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:Colorful Secrets of Sushi
DESCRIPTION:Sushi has made its way from ancient Japan to American supermarkets. There is a rainbow of favorite sushi fish and seafood toppings. Has it always been eaten raw? What other culture eats uncooked fish as part of their regular diet? Yvonne has worked and lived in Japan. She will share the cultural history of the sushi cuisine in a way that relates to the multicultural American experience. This program will make you raw raw for sushi. \nThis is a private event.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/colorful-secrets-of-sushi-3/
LOCATION:The Moorings\, 811 E. Central Rd.\, Arlington Heights\, IL\, 60004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food and Drinks,History,In-Person Event,Japanese
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260610T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260610T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T022449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T022449Z
UID:2438-1781098200-1781101800@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:A Bite of Chinatown History
DESCRIPTION:The history of Chicago’s Chinatown stems from the complex story of Chinese immigration in the 19th century. Come learn about stories rich with immigration legal difficulties\, Chinese food history\, illicit opium and gambling activities\, and unconventional family ties. The history of Chinatown embodies all these dramatic elements and more. Educator Yvonne Wolf will give a brief history of how Chinese immigrants were impelled to leave China in mid-1800s\, how they skirted around The Chinese Exclusion Act after 1882\, and what they contributed to the greater American cultural history. \nThis is a private event.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/a-bite-of-chinatown-history-7/
LOCATION:Encore Senior Living\, 350 W Schaumburg Rd\,\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60194\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chinese,History,In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260610T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260610T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T022305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T022305Z
UID:2436-1781107200-1781110800@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:Birds and Blossoms: Chinese Watercolor Appreciation
DESCRIPTION:Educator Yvonne Wolf guides attendees through a popular art motif\, namely birds and blossoms. Colorful peony flowers are frequently seen on the walls of large Chinese restaurants. Plum blossoms and birds are on Chinese take-out boxes. These paintings communicate prosperity and fulfillment in a highly balanced relationship. Attendees will learn the composition of yin and yang pairs\, and gain a cross-cultural perspective on birds and blossoms. \nLive watercolor artist demonstration. \nPlease contact Arlington Heights Senior Center to sign up for this program at (847) 253-5532
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/birds-and-blossoms-chinese-watercolor-appreciation/
LOCATION:Arlington Heights Senior Center\, 1801 W Central Rd\, Arlington Heights\, IL\, 60005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chinese,flowers,In-Person Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260616T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T020507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T020507Z
UID:2426-1781636400-1781640000@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:Colorful Secrets of Sushi
DESCRIPTION:Sushi has made its way from ancient Japan to American supermarkets. There is a rainbow of favorite sushi fish and seafood toppings. Has it always been eaten raw? What other culture eats uncooked fish as part of their regular diet? Yvonne has worked and lived in Japan. She will share the cultural history of the sushi cuisine in a way that relates to the multicultural American experience. This program will make you raw raw for sushi. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, please check back in April.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/colorful-secrets-of-sushi-2/
LOCATION:Bensenville Public Library\, 200 S Church Rd\, Bensenville\, IL\, 60106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food and Drinks,In-Person Event,Japanese
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260307T015458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T015458Z
UID:2424-1781809200-1781812800@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:An Introduction to the East Asian Garden
DESCRIPTION:Many major American cities have been beautified by Japanese and Chinese gardens. Discover Confucian symbolism expressed in gardens and how they are used to relieve stress and cultivate inner peace. Learn the cultural history of the East Asian Garden and its carefully composed scenes of ponds\, paths\, and pavilions. Yvonne will use examples from the Japanese Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden and Ping Tom Park in Chicago Chinatown. After attending this presentation\, you will have a greater understanding and appreciation of East Asian gardens. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, please check back in April.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/an-introduction-to-the-east-asian-garden-17/
LOCATION:Hoffman Estates Branch Library\, 1550 Hassell Rd\, Hoffman Estates\, IL\, 60169\, United States
CATEGORIES:East Asian,garden,In-Person Event,relaxation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260701T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260701T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T202521
CREATED:20260402T162845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T162845Z
UID:2515-1782930600-1782934200@www.chineseintercultural.com
SUMMARY:Birds and Blossoms: Chinese water color appreciation
DESCRIPTION:Educator Yvonne Wolf guides attendees through a popular art motif\, namely birds and blossoms. Colorful peony flowers are frequently seen on the walls of large Chinese restaurants. Plum blossoms and birds are on Chinese take-out boxes. These paintings communicate prosperity and fulfillment in a highly balanced relationship. Attendees will learn the composition of yin and yang pairs\, and gain a cross-cultural perspective on birds and blossoms. \nTo register for this public\, free event\, check back here in June.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/birds-and-blossoms-chinese-water-color-appreciation-2/
LOCATION:Hanover Park Public Library\, 1266 Irving Park Rd\, Hanover Park\, IL\, 60133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chinese,flowers,In-Person Event
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