Ring In the Year Of the Dog

WMHO PRESENTS ITS ANNUAL CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION

Stony Brook, NY – The Ward Melville Heritage Organization will host its Annual Chinese New Year Celebration on Sunday, February 11 from 1 to 4 pm at its Educational and Cultural Center in the Stony Brook Village Center.  To usher in the “Year of the Dog” the event will feature performances demonstrating many of the rich traditions and rituals observed during this festive celebration.

Sponsored by Sterling National Bank, the program is sure to transport visitors to “the land of the rising sun” with a kick-off performance by Authentic Shaolin Kung Fu who will wow the audience with a martial arts demonstration as well as the dramatic nine-foot Chinese folk art Lion Dance. The strutting lions are believed to bring good luck to everyone they meet. Visitors will also be entertained by the unique sounds of Manhattan Taiko, blending ancient Japanese drums with modern movement and spirit, and the Long Island Chinese Dance Group who will present the moving art of Chinese dance. A Year of the Dog Children’s Craft Activity will immediately follow the performances.

Advance reservations are required. The fee is $12 for adults; $10 for seniors and children under 12 (incl. craft activity). For reservations and additional information, call 631-689-5888.