Chinese Cultural Foundation, Inc.

28th Annual Chinese New Year Festival

February 14, 2016

Year of the Monkey (February 8, 2016 – January 27, 2017)

Miami Dade College - Kendall Miami, Florida

www.chinesenewyearfestivalmiami.org

Welcome to the 28th Annual Chinese New Year Festival.

The Chinese New Year begins on the second new moon after the winter solstice and is celebrated as the Spring Festival. In China, this is also known as the Lunar New Year and its celebration continues for fifteen days. This makes it the largest and most popular of all the holidays in the Chinese culture. It is celebrated with festivities, fireworks, brightly colored lights, gift giving and special meals with family and friends. Millions of Chinese travel far distances to be home with their families for the Spring Festival. In comparison, this holiday would be similar to combining Thanksgiving and Christmas into one holiday. Travel for this holiday is said to be the biggest annual human migration in the world. This year, the Chinese New Year started on February 8, 2016 and continues to January 27, 2017. In the Chinese calendar, this year is known as “The Year of the Monkey,” or the “Red Fire Monkey.”

Today, as always, we are honored that you are here with us, to share our culture and join in the celebration of the Spring Festival.

2016 CHINESE NEW YEAR FESTIVAL COMMITTEE

Peter Liu Debbie Lowe Chair, President CCF President, CCA

Wilfred Lai George Yap Vice President, CCF Past President, CCA

Lola Chen Lena DeQuattro JoAn Fong-Yee Josephine Gordy Michael Hew Neville Hoo Steve Kong Margaret Lee Lurline Tenn Yuk Pat Van Liu Dr. Jim Yu

Special Thanks to the Student Volunteer Coordinators:

FIU Asian Student Union MDC International Student Club - Dr. Jim Yu

Coral Reef High School Key Club – Geraldina Zhang Palmetto Senior High School – Esther Kim

Gung Hay Fat Choy! Wishing you prosperity!

恭喜發財

Xin Nian Kuai Le! Happy New Year! 新年快樂

The Lunar New Year dates from 2600 BC, when the Emperor Huang Ti introduced the first cycle of the Chinese zodiac. Because of cyclical lunar dating, the first day of the year can fall anywhere between late January and the mid-February. On the Western calendar, the start of Chinese New Year this year fell on Monday, February 8, 2016 - Year of the Monkey. If you were born in 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, you were

born under the sign of the Monkey, and this year, 2016, you would be 12, 24, 36, 48, 60, 72, 84, or 96 years old. While the year of the Monkey will repeat again in 12 years, it will be another 60 years before you again celebrate Year of the Red Fire Monkey because of the 5 elemental cycles (wood, fire, earth, metal & water.) The main characteristic of the Fire element are agility & aggressiveness, competitiveness, natural dominance & leadership.

People born in the year of Monkey love the limelight and are social creatures, always happy to go from one party to the next. Attractive, cheeky, cheerful friendly and warm, they are popular and have many friends who revel in his company. The Monkey is also impulsive and impudent, which ensures that life is never dull around the Monkey. The Monkey will have stories to tell and gossip to share though he is never malicious. He simply loves to entertain. This can manifest in initiating completely crazy, grandiose schemes – just to show how smart and inventive he is.

Famous Monkeys: Eleanor Roosevelt, Mick Jagger, Joan Crawford, Lyndon B. Johnson, Leonardo da Vinci, Celine Dion, Halle Berry, Lee Seung-yeon, Will Smith, Hugh Jackman, Lucy Liu, Pope John Paul II, Bette Davis, Owen Wilson, Margaret Cho, Toni Braxton, Jerry Yang, Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Aniston, David Copperfield, Alicia Keys, George Lucas, Kylie Minogue, Julius Caesar, Tom Hanks, Diana Ross, Elizabeth Taylor, Venus Williams, Yao Ming.

THE RED ENVELOPE - Hóng bāo, 红包, is a monetary gift which is given in Chinese society during Chinese New Year, weddings or special occasions. This practice can be traced back to the Qing Dynasty in the 1600’s. The name comes from the red envelope in which the money is contained. This is also known as lai si in Cantonese, ang pao in Taiwanese and foong bao in Hakka. The purpose of the red envelope is that the red symbolizes good luck. The cash amount contained within is

not important but is required to be of an even number, as odd numbers are related to cash given during funerals. hóng bāo is typically given by married to the unmarried. Any unmarried individual is eligible regardless of age. Staying single does have its advantage, doesn’t it?

GOOD LUCK …The character 福 (fu) is everywhere during the festival; on the doors of shops, houses, and even in rooms. People like to hang the "fu" character calligraphed on red paper. Fu is written on the paper squares, which can be pasted normally or upside down. The reason sometimes it is placed upside down is because in Chinese, the "upside down fu" is homophonic with "fu dao le" meaning "fu” has

arrived. The upside down fu implies "good fortune has arrived."

Dr. Billy & Lydia Yeh

Proud supporters of the 28th Annual Chinese New Year Festival

Best Wishes for a healthy & prosperous

Year of the Monkey

QIANG ZENG AND STAFF OF THE SOUTH GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT

CONGRATULATES THE CHINESE CULTURAL FOUNDATION, INC.

ON THE 28TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE

CHINESE NEW YEAR FESTIVAL

WISHING YOU HAPPINESS AND HEALTH IN THE YEAR OF THE MONKEY

恭喜發財

COME VISIT US AT: 10855 SW 72ND STREET, MIAMI, FL 33173 TEL: (305) 274-9099

Some Chinese New Year Beliefs & Practices

x A Chinese proverb states that all creations are reborn on New Year’s Day. The Chinese New Year is a celebration of change ... out with the old and in with the new, hence the annual “spring cleaning” of one’s house or the “sweeping of the grounds.” x The events that occurred during New Year’s Day may impact your life for the rest of the year. Be careful in your actions. Be selective with what you eat. Greet people who will bring you joy. To ensure a prosperous and healthy year, you should enhance and stimulate positive energy flow at home, at your business and at work. x Buying a pair of shoes is considered bad luck. The word "shoes" is a homophone for the word for "rough" in Cantonese. x Buying a pair of pants is considered bad luck. The word "pants" is a homophone for the word for "bitter" in Cantonese. (Although some perceive it to be positive as the word 'pants' in Cantonese could be a homophone for the word for "wealth".) x Candy is eaten to ensure the consumer a "sweet" year. x Opening windows and/or doors is considered to 'bring in' the good luck of the new year. x Switching on the lights for the night is considered good luck to 'scare away' ghosts and spirits of misfortune that may compromise the luck and fortune of the new year. x A hair-cut is considered bad luck. The word "hair" is a homophone for the word for "prosperity". Thus "cutting hair" could be perceived as "cutting away your prosperity" in Cantonese.

While many Chinese may not believe in these, the traditions and customs are still practiced. The traditions and customs are kept because most families realize that it is these very traditions, whether believed or not, that provide continuity with the past and provide the family with an identity.

China’s Ethnic Groups

China is home to 56 official ethnic groups. The largest group, the Han, make up over 92% of China's population, and it is the elements of the Han civilization that the world considers "Chinese culture." Yet, the 55 ethnic minorities, nestled away on China's vast frontiers, maintain their own rich traditions and customs, and all are part of Chinese culture.

The 55 ethnic minority groups are: Achang, Bai, Bao'an, Bouyei, Bulang, Dai, Daur, De'ang, Dong, Dongxiang, Drung, Ewenki, Hani, Hezhen, Hui, Gaoshan, Gelo, Jing, Jingpo, Jino, Kazak, Kirgiz, Korean, Lahu, Li, Lisu, Loba, Manchu, Maonan, Miao, Mongba, Mongolian, Mulam, Naxi, Nu, Oroqen, Ozbek, Pumi, Qiang, Russian, Salar, She, Shui, Tajik, Tartar, Tibetan, Tu, Tujia, Uygur, Va, Xibo, Yao, Yi, Yugu, and Zhuang. (cont’d on page 15)

The national costumes of China’s many ethnic minorities are showcased throughout the show

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Greeting your family and Friends Here are ways to greet family and friends for the Chinese New Year. You can start all greetings with “zhù nĭ” (祝你) meaning “I wish you … ” or just use any of the following phrases:

恭喜發財 gōng xĭ fā cái Wish you prosperity 新年快樂 xīn nián kuài lè Happy New Year 恭賀新禧 gōng hè xīn xî Happy New Year (Fancy) 歲歲平安 suì suì píng ān Peace year after year 笑口常開 xiào kou cháng kāi Wish you all the happiness 心想事成 xīn xiang shì chéng Success for your desire 闔家歡樂 hé jiā huān lè Happiness for the family 學業有成 xué yè yŏu chéng Wish you success (in school)

The Year of the Monkey Stamp. In 2016 the U.S. Postal Service® rings in the Year of the Monkey by issuing the ninth of 12 stamps in the Celebrating Lunar New Year series. The Year of the Monkey begins on

February 8, 2016, and ends on January 27, 2017. We thank the US Postal Service for honoring this occasion.

Confucius Institute Unveil First Confucius Statue on the Kendall Campus On May 16, 2015, the Confucius Institute at Miami Dade College (CI-MDC) unveiled a Confucius statue in commemoration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and the 5th Anniversary of MDC’s Confucius Institute.

Confucius (551-479 BC) is recognized as one of the greatest philosophers and educators in the world and a founding father of Chinese culture.

The six-foot-tall, 500 pound bronze statue of Confucius was donated to MDC by The Confucian Academy in Hong Kong, a non-profit

educational organization. This is the first Confucius statue installed on a college campus in Florida and is located on the north side of Building N.

“Having a Confucius statue at MDC as a permanent monument to this great intellectual giant will enhance the cultural awareness of our students and add to the cultural diversity of our South Florida community,” said Confucius Institute at MDC Director Dr. Jim Yu.

At the unveiling ceremony, Peter Liu, CCF President, presented a check to Miami Dade College Foundation to defray the cost of site preparation and installation of the Confucius statue. In his remarks, he stated that “this donation serves as a symbol of the strong and lasting relationship between Miami Dade College, the Confucius Institute and the Chinese Cultural Foundation in presenting the Chinese New Year Festival at the Kendal Campus.”

Inscribed at the base of the statue, is an acknowledgment of the Chinese New Year Festival’s contribution with a Confucius teaching that “What you do not wish for yourself, do not do to others.”

Special guests at the ceremony included Dr. Yun-kai Tong, President of the Confucian Academy in Hong Kong, Mr. Yiqun Zhang, Director of Education at Chinese Consulate General in Houston, and Asian community leaders in South Florida.

We are proud of our association with the Confucius Institute and happy to announce that after only five years, the CI-MDC has been named the Confucius Institute of the year 2015 from amongst 480 worldwide, from 6 continents. Congratulations to Dr. Yu and his entire staff.

NOTICE The commercial use of photographs or video taken of performers and performances during the show is strictly prohibited without the expressed written consent of the Chinese Cultural Foundation, Inc. and the performers.

PROGRAM 12:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.

Show times and performances subject to change

Lion and Dragon Dance

Wing Lung Tai Chi Kung Fu School - Sifu Steve Chin [y\

Qi Pao Xiu Cheong Sam Dance (1st Show Only)

Mongolian Horse Dance (2nd Show Only)

Group Dance Director: Monica Shang [y\

Soul of Shaolin from Shaolin Academy

Julie "Beast from the East" Drapkin and Students [y\

Jar Juggling and Chair Stacking

Wei Jiu Feng from Hebei, China [y\

Forever Beauty: A Grand Song and Dance Performance

Jing Lu Song and Dance Group of South Florida [y\

Mongolian Contortionist

“Melody” Mandkhai Erdembat from Ulan Bator

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Matsuriza Taiko Drums

Takemasa, Yuko, Nagato, Tomoko, Atsumi [y\

Plum In The Snow – A Han Folk Dance

Shannon Liu (2nd Show Only) [y\

Miami Chinese Choral (2nd Show Only)

Mu Liu Artistic Director [y\

A Celebration of Nature

Lily Dance Group - Betty Ah Hing, Coordinator [y\

Show Producer: Wilfred Lai Show Coordinator: Dr. Jim Yu

Stage Manager: Jennifer Tse

Announcers: Eva Leung, Donna Lyons, Catherine Lan

We extend our sincere appreciation to all our sponsors who so proudly and

generously support the 28th Anniversary Chinese New Year Festival.

TITLE SPONSOR

D E L T A N A E N T E R P R I S E S Architectural Hardware

JADE SPONSORS

Brandon & Alexa Lai Doctors Phillips, Miller & Roca

Mercedes-Benz of Cutler Bay

PEARL SPONSORS

Dignity – Caballero Rivero Dr. Billy & Lydia Yeh

Pedro Carvajal – GTI Industries

King of Fans Scientific Supplies & Technology South Garden Chinese Restaurant

CORAL SPONSORS

Amerasia Bank Anonymous

Asian American Advisory Board Eye n Eye Vision Center

HSBC – Mee Wong Kingston-Miami Trading

Winston Lowe, CPA Nguyen Law

YEAR OF THE MONKEY SPONSORS

Accounting & Business Consultants Active Autowerke

Merrill Lynch - Denise Chin Quee Dennis Chin, CPA

Doctors Plus – Dr. Antonio Wong Dolcie E. Chin, DDS, PA

Fullei Fresh Gold China Chinese Restaurant Kenya Financial Resources, Inc

Keyes Co. Realtors - Margaret Wong Kim Vaughan Lerner, LLP Oriental Logistics Miami Packaging Center, Inc

Paul Moo Young, DDS, PA Henry & Patricia Tie Shue

Peter Previti, Esq. Silver Palace Chinese Restaurant

Thank you for attending the 28th anniversary of the Chinese New Year Festival.

We look forward to seeing you next year to celebrate the Year of the Rooster

Visit: www.ChineseNewYearFestivalMiami.org for next festival date, sponsor & vendor forms when available

Brandon and Alexa Lai

Are proud supporters of the

28th Annual

Chinese New Year Festival

And take this opportunity to

Wish You Prosperity in the

Year of the Monkey

新年快樂

Ms. Mee Wong (786) 221-4718

mee.wong@us.hsbc.com

HSBC Bank USA, NA 4090 NW 97 Ave Miami, FL 33178

Proud supporters of the

28th Annual Chinese New Year Festival

Wishing you a Prosperous Year of the Monkey

Winston A. Lowe Certified Public Accountant

Accounting & Tax Services Corporations, Individuals, Partnerships,

Estates & Trusts 13374 S.W. 128 Street Tel: (305) 238-2389 Miami, Florida 33186 Fax: (305-238-0210

Languages

China has a total of 293 different languages, with 292 living languages and 1 extinct language (Jurchen.)

Putonghua or common language (Mandarin) is the official national spoken language (except in Hong Kong and Macau where the language is pre-dominantly Cantonese).

The Hakka language:(Hak-kâ), spoken by the Hakka people (Chinese: 客家人; pinyin: Kèjiā; literally "guest families") also known as Hakka Han, Han Chinese who speak Hakka and have links to the provincial areas of Guangdong, Jiangxi, and Fujian in China. Migrating south over the years, many of the Hakka people would wind up in the Caribbean or Central or South America.

Friends of The Asian American Advisory Board Is proud to support the

28th Annual Chinese New Year Festival and take this opportunity to wish everyone

a happy, healthy, and prosperous Year of the Rooster

新年快樂

Special Acknowledgement

We acknowledge the continued cooperation and support provided by the administration and staff of Miami Dade College – Kendall

for hosting the Chinese New Year Festival. Thank you!

Dr. Beverly Moore-Garcia, Campus President Dr. Alicia Giovinazzo, Dean of Academic Affairs

Staff of Facilities and Events & Rentals

Wishing you a Prosperous Year of the Monkey

Hung V. Nguyen, Esq.

306 Alcazar Avenue, Suite 303-A, Coral Gables, Florida 33134 Phone/Fax: 786-600-2530

Eddie Wong, Managing Director

Proud supporters of the 28th Anniversary of the Chinese New Year Festival

Main Office: 4601 NW 72nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33166

Phone: (305)716-9000 Fax: (305)716-9721

春联 (chun lian) Chun lian is a special type of Dui lian or couplet. It is used only during the Chinese New Year as part of its celebration. While dui lian is permanent, chun lian is a temporary decoration to be placed on the entrance of the house, somewhat akin to Halloween and Christmas decorations. Dui lian comprises of a couplet written on vertical strips of red paper in the best calligraphic style one can muster. The first line (called upper) is posted on the right side of the front door. The second line (called lower) is posted on the left side of the front door. In addition, a third horizontal piece may be posted across and on top the door.

Translation

Right/Upper spring comes bird sings flower fragrant

Left/Lower

winter gone mountain clear water sparkles

Top whole earth returns spring

Note that upper and lower lines must have the same number of characters. Word for word, the upper and lower lines are antithetical, yet the meanings are complementary and the message is hopeful and uplifting. The words at the top are written from left to right.

Tien Lowe, President

1951 NW 22 Street, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311

Proud supporter of the

28th Annual Chinese New Year Festival

Happy Chinese New Year! 恭祝大家 馬年富貴吉祥

SCIENTIFIC SUPPLIES & TECHNOLOGY INTERNATIONAL, INC. IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THE

28TH ANNUAL CHINESE NEW YEAR FESTIVAL

WISHING YOU PROSPERITY AND GOOD FORTUNE

IN THE

YEAR OF THE MONKEY

PETER F LUE, PRESIDENT