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January 31, 2017

Riverside Welcomes The Rooster

At 10 o’clock, the parade of nations marched down market street toward the days festivities.

All Asian Cultures were encouraged to come out and take place in this momentous occasion.

Even the taiko drummers marched regally down the street demonstrating their talents.

And of course the Riverside fire department was there to show their support and keep every one safe.

Vendors including Farm Fresh to you, were along the street entising people to try their services.

While others offered free things like face painting for all.

This year markets the year of the Fire rooster and it just so happens to fall on the first official day of the new year.

Red lanterns lined the street for the occasion.

And of course asian decor displayed at the booths.

Sample of tea made while you waited at the tables.

And Origami was demonstrated for those brave enough to try.

Residents got into the spirit by embracing their own asian roots including asian pacific islanders with their ukeleles.

Residents could even learn chinese as well as japanese chalegraphy.

And the CHP kept us safe by reminding that they are our friends.

In the children’s villiage, there was a petting zoo where children could enjoy a little animal therapy.

And anyone could create their own doll, necklace or lantern in the arts and crafts area.

The sun began to set around 6 and the lanterns illuminated the streets to get ready for the fireworks at 645.

February 2, 2015

Riverside Celebrates The Year of The Goat

Gong Xi Fa Cai! (Happy New Year)

Asians in Riverside, Calif., brought in the Year of the Goat at the fifth Annual Asian Pacific Lunar New Year on Saturday January, 31st, 2015. There were lots of cultural entertainment all day as well as a health expo, Children’s Village where kids could make their own sheep and much more for everyone to experience.

The city of Riverside is a strong supporter of Asians and the Lunar New Year Celebration.

Taiko Drummers captivated audiences with their passion.

Young Children in their cultural wear, marched down Mission Inn Street as firecrackers welcomed the new year.

A half hour show entertained audiences and transported them to the islands of the Asian Pacific.

Keeping with the Asian theme, most of the costumes were some form of Japanese Anime.

From the popular Disney film frozen, this rendition of Elsa was part of the Cosplay fashion show.

To conclude the evening’s festivities, fireworks were shot off from the library roof.

Watch the video now, to see and hear just how residents started the New Year, the year of the goat.

January 31, 2013

Welcoming The Year of The Snake

On Saturday, January 26, residents in Downtown Riverside, prepare for the Lunar Chinese New Year with a parade and festival celebrating the upcoming Year of the Snake.

Cultures such as Japanese, Korean and Chinese were honored at the event.

According to ancient Chinese wisdom, the year of the snake is said to bring a good omen to people, where “the family will not starve.”

Watch now, to learn more about Asian Pacific culture.

The Year of the Snake officially begins on February 10, 2013.

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