1 . CHINESE new year Celebrations
Check back for information about Chinese New Year (also called the Lunar New Year) celebrations, parades, and fireworks in the cities below. We typically update this page in early January.
Los Angeles (United States)
Annual Golden Dragon Parade(游行)
Saturday, February 4, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
North Broadway
The Golden Dragon Parade is the important Chinese cultural event in Southern California and draws over 100,000 visitors and tourists. The parade has been an annual event since 1898.
It features marching bands, lion and dragon dancers, performers, and over two dozen floats.
Learn more about Los Angeles Chinatown!
Vancouver (Canada)
Chinese New Year Parade
Saturday, January 28, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Sunday, January 29, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Sun Yat-Sen Plaza
It features different cultural performances, special lion dance, Kung Fu shows and more.
Learn more about Vancouver Chinatown!
London (England)
Chinese New Year Parade
Sunday, January 29, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Trafalgar Square
Floats, Chinese lion and dragon dance teams, local artists, food and craft shops. Continuous performances at Trafalgar Square. The biggest Lion and Dragon event in Europe!
Learn more about London Chinatown!
Sydney (Australia)
Lunar Lanterns
January 27 – February 12
Darling Harbour
Twelve extremely large Chinese lanterns, created by local artists to celebrate the animals of the Chinese zodiac(黄道带), will be shown at different places through the city. The lanterns – which were uncovered in 2016 – have been updated for 2017.
Learn more about Sydney Chinatown!
1. Which city has been celebrating Chinese New Year since a century ago?| A．Los Angeles. | B．Vancouver. | C．London. | D．Sydney. |
| A．North Broadway. | B．Sun Yat-Sen Plaza. |
| C．Trafalgar Square. | D．Darling Harbour. |
| A．It has attracted an audience of over 100,000. | B．It offers opportunities to shops and local artists. |
| C．It displays Chinese lanterns in different places. | D．It presents celebrations for 12 days in January. |
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Kutztown Folk Festival
The nine-day Kutztown Folk Festival is the nation's oldest continuously operated folk life festival,drawing visitors from around the globe.A celebration of Pennsylvania Dutch culture and heritage,the event includes America's largest quilt sale,200 craftsmen and folk artists,local food and family friendly entertainment.
Water Lantern Festival
The Water Lantern Festival is all about connections.Magical nights in cities across the US include food,live music and the beauty of thousands of lanterns decorated with letters of love, hope and dreams floating on the water.
Carnaval of Quebec
The Quebec Carnaval is a 10-day festival of winter,the world's largest,complete with nighl parades(庆祝游行），ice skating,snow sculptures and a towering ice palace.Other highlighls include ice canoe racing,a sugar shack and iconic Caribou drinks.
San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade
San Francisco has celebrated its Chinese heritage during its annual Chinese New Year Festival&Parade since just after the Gold Rush.The parade ranks among the best in the world, with 100 units,fancy costumes,fireworks and a 268-foot Golden Dragon,which takes a team of 100 men and women to march through the streets.It has become one of the largest events of its kind in the world,drawing some three million spectators and television viewers.
1. What can you see during Kutztown Folk Festival?| A．Modern arts. |
| B．Quilts for sale. |
| C．Traditional weddings. |
| D．Shows on stage. |
| A．Kutztown Folk Festival. |
| B．Carnaval of Quebec. |
| C．Water Lantern Festival. |
| D．San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade. |
| A．include special food |
| B．relate to parades |
| C．take place only at nights |
| D．have sculpture exhibitions |
4 . On Friday August 3, parents should plan on a scheduled conference with' their child's advisor, which is held in the late morning and early afternoon. Then the school president will hand out the diplomas after the Progress Day exercises that the graduation performance follows. Parents planning on taking the activities are urged to reserve accommodations as soon as possible by Salisbury School. This is a list of inns that offer accommodations close to our school.
| Inn at Iron Masters — Lakeville, CT, (860) 435-9844 δ Starts from$159 δ Check-in time is 3PM and Check-out time is 11AM. δ It is close to antiquing, golf and special roads for walking, jogging and bicycling. δ Payment by check or credit card | Earl Grey B&B — Salisbury, CT, (860)435-1007 δ Per night: $295 with breakfast; $275 without δ It's close to private schools: Hotchkiss, Salisbury; two nearby lakes for boating, fishing and swimming. δ Check in: 3 PM; Check out: noon δ Payment by check or credit card |
| Sassafras B&B — Salisbury, CT, (860) 435-1234 δ $ 125-$150 double room (Minimum two nights June-October 2018 only) δ Up charge for one night during June-October 2018 only. δ One Day Cancellation Policy: no charge δ Check in is at 3PM, and check out is noon. Early check-in or late check-out / laundry services are available for an additional fee. δ Payment by credit card, no check | The Litchfield Inn — Litchfield, CT, (860) 567-4503 δ Per night: $295 δ Up to 2 children under 12 stay for free with adults， and rollaway beds are available upon request for a small fee. δ Check in: 3 PM; Check out: 11 AM δ Cancellation Charges: 1 Night Charge if cancelled within 24 hrs. (Groups carry different policy) δ Payment: No cash |
1. Which of the following is Activity 3 on August 3?
| A．The Progress Day exercises. | B．The parents-advisor meeting. |
| C．The graduation performance. | D．The ceremony for diplomas. |
| A．Sassafras B&B | B．B. The Litchfield Inn. |
| C．Inn at Iron Masters. | D．Earl Grey B&B. |
| A．Guests check in at 3PM. | B．They should be booked before Aug.3. |
| C．They take cancellation fees. | D．Guests pay by check or credit card. |
