[PAST EVENT] An Introduction to Chinese Festivals

February 2, 2016 - February 25, 2016
Location
Rowe House
314 Jamestown Rd
Williamsburg, VA 23185Map this location
This course will give a cursory introduction to traditional Chinese festivals including the Spring Festival, Lantern Festival, Qingming Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, Double Seventh Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival, Double Ninth Festival and Laba Festival. The history, customs and traditional cuisines of each festival will be discussed in details. The comparison between traditional festivals in China and those in America will also be discussed to promote cultural exchange.

Class will take place Tuesdays & Thursdays from February 2nd-25th, from 4:00-5:00.

The cost for each class is $10, total cost $80. W&M faculty, staff, and students always receive a 50% discount ($40 for 8 classes). Payment is due on the first day of class, and we accept cash or check. Please make a check payable to: The College of William & Mary.
Contact

Ying Liu at [[wmci]]