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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 June.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/an-introduction-to-the-east-asian-garden-18/
LOCATION:Naperville Public Library\, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.\, Naperville\, 60565\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chinese,East Asian,garden,Online Event
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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. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/an-introduction-to-the-east-asian-garden-19/
LOCATION:Fox River Valley Public Libraries\, 555 Barrington Ave\, East Dundee\, IL\, 60118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Cross Culture,East Asian,garden,In-Person Event,relaxation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260728T140000
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SUMMARY:The Untold Story behind Mahjong
DESCRIPTION:Intercultural consultant Yvonne Wolf explains the history\, symbols\, Chinese expressions\, and cultural evolution of the internationally popular Chinese game. Discover what the characters (AKA kraks)\, bamboos (AKA bams)\, and dots represent\, plus the difference between Mah jongg and mahjong. \nFor more information\, please contact Oak Brook Park District.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/the-untold-story-behind-mahjong-7/
LOCATION:Oak Brook Park District\, 1450 Forest Gate Rd\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chinese,game,History,In-Person Event
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SUMMARY:Birds and Blossoms
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. \nThis is a private event.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/birds-and-blossoms-4/
LOCATION:Mather Place\, 2801 Old Glenview Rd\, Wilmette\, 60091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chinese,flowers,relaxation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260818T190000
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DTSTAMP:20260608T135640Z
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SUMMARY:Soup\, Eggroll\, Stirfry and Fried Rice
DESCRIPTION:Chinese food is set up in a combination of soup\, eggroll\, stir fry and rice. What are some hidden messages in Chinese food?  What is the order behind the Chinese menu? If you wince at seeing whole fish or shrimp served with heads on\, rest assured that the heads aren’t attached to upset your appetite. Yvonne will introduce you to a taste of cultural history behind America’s favorite cuisine. After this talk\, you will gain a new perspective on the Chinese dining experience\, whether it is sit-down or take-out. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, click here.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/soup-eggroll-stirfry-and-fried-rice/
LOCATION:Bensenville Public Library\, 200 S Church Rd\, Bensenville\, IL\, 60106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chinese,Food and Drinks,In-Person Event
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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. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, click here.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/a-bite-of-chinatown-history-8/
LOCATION:Eisenhower Public Library\, 4613 N Oketo Ave\, Harwood Heights\, IL\, 60706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chinese,History,In-Person Event
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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. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, click here.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/a-bite-of-chinatown-history-9/
LOCATION:Geneva Public Library District\, 227 S Seventh St.\, Geneva\, IL\, 60134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chinese,History,In-Person Event,travel
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260902T190000
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SUMMARY:The Untold Story of Mahjong
DESCRIPTION:Intercultural consultant Yvonne Wolf explains the history\, symbols\, Chinese expressions\, and cultural evolution of the internationally popular Chinese game. Discover what the characters (AKA kraks)\, bamboos (AKA bams)\, and dots represent\, plus the difference between Mah jongg and mahjong. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, check back in August.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/the-untold-story-of-mahjong-2/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Public Library\, 1501 Ellinwood Street\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chinese,game,History,In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260903T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260903T190000
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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. \nTo register for this free\, public event\, check here in August.
URL:https://www.chineseintercultural.com/event/birds-and-blossoms-chinese-watercolor-appreciation-2/
LOCATION:Eisenhower Public Library\, 4613 N Oketo Ave\, Harwood Heights\, IL\, 60706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chinese,flowers,In-Person Event,relaxation
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