How we kicked out gentrification with kung fu and lion dance at 105 Keefer
Plus don't forget Cantonese Opera on Jun 16
The sun shined brightly for the kung fu and lion dance workshop with Chau Luen Athletics at the Chinatown Memorial Plaza this past Saturday, Jun 8.
This was the first event this year back at the Chinatown Memorial Plaza right next to Beedie’s gentrifier 105 Keefer development.
Kids, families, elders, and youth all came out and to learn kung fu, watch demonstrations, and try out lion dance with the heads and instruments! We ate popsicles and buns from Zhao Mah bakery as refreshments from the hot weather.
Tourists passing by and remarked how the event added to their cultural experience of Chinatown.
It was a joyful community afternoon for all!
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This event is supported by the Government of Canada, ParticiPACTION, the City of Vancouver, and generous community donors like you.
Cantonese Opera Performance in Chinatown (Sun, Jun 16, 2-5pm)
Don’t miss the last event of the Spring season from Chinatown Together!
Join us in celebrating Father’s Day, with special performances by 梨園之星 Lee Yuen Cheer Sing Cantonese opera troupe.
We will also be bringing back the popular Chinatown Seniors Mini Market, William’s Library and providing complimentary refreshments.
🗓️WHEN: Sunday, June 16 2024, 2:00PM to 5:00PM
📍WHERE: Chinatown Plaza Mall - 106 Keefer Street
This event is supported by the City of Vancouver, and generous community donors like you.