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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_column_text]Now another year is here, do you know what that means? Chinese New Year! An auspicious time for the Chinese community and for those who celebrate the Lunar Near Year or Spring Festival! Did you know it’s the Year of the Rabbit<\/strong> in 2023? This Chinese zodiac represents hope and long life, a great symbol to start the new year. If you’d like to join in with the celebrations, here are some Chinese New Year Activities<\/strong> 2023 that you can get involved in!<\/p>\n

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When is the Chinese New Year in 2023?<\/h2> \n \n
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\n The celebration is normally towards the start of the year. In 2023 it starts on Sunday 22nd January<\/strong>! Did you know celebrations last for 15 days?!<\/p>\n

Preparations for the 15-day festival will start on January 14th<\/strong> and the Spring Festival (Chinese New Year) will officially begin on the 22nd January until the 1st February<\/strong>. But then, preparations for the Lantern Festival will commence on the 2nd February for the big day on the 5th!<\/p>\n

Millions of people celebrate this occasion, meaning lots of family fun and quality time! <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n [vc_empty_space height=”25px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”25px”]\n

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What is the 2023 Chinese Zodiac Animal?<\/h2> \n \n
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\n In 2023, according to the Chinese calendar, the animal of the year is the Rabbit<\/strong>! The Rabbit symbolises hope, longevity, wittiness<\/strong> and self-protection<\/strong> (to name a few!). It’s the 4th zodiac animal! <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n [vc_empty_space height=”25px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”25px”]\n
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How is Chinese New Year celebrated?<\/h2> \n \n
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\n In China, the New Year celebrations are on a much larger scale! From lucky food, colourful fireworks,<\/strong> a dragon dance,<\/strong> special performances, red clothing, lighting lanterns<\/strong> and honouring your family, all throughout the traditional holidays.<\/p>\n

In the UK, the Chinese New Year is celebrated with colourful parades, food<\/strong> events and creative workshops.<\/strong> And it\u2019s not just the Chinese communities that get involved, but all communities too!<\/p>\n

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Cook Authentic Chinese Food<\/h2> \n \n
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\n Everyone loves food. No one can resist Chinese food… Especially dumplings.<\/p>\n

Did you know there are two types of dumplings that are important during the celebration event? They are the Jau gok<\/strong> (half-moon dumplings) and Tang<\/strong> yuan<\/strong> (ball-shaped).<\/p>\n

Why are these important, you may ask? Well, that’s because the half-moon is similar to the ancient Chinese gold ingots<\/strong> that were used as currency over 1,000 years ago. And the ball-shaped represents the full moon<\/strong> which rides on the last day of these brightest celebrations!<\/p>\n

You can either make them at home or buy them from the supermarket and add it to your Chinese dinner! Other traditional foods are Peking duck, fried rice, chow mein<\/strong> and of course crispy spring rolls<\/strong>! Oh so yummy!<\/p>\n

Here’s a really helpful site <\/a>for how to make dumplings with kids! <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n [vc_empty_space height=”25px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”25px”]\n

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\n Many people love to get crafty with their hands when it comes to the annual celebrations! These tend to be traditional. Whether that involves making Chinese lanterns,<\/strong> writing red envelopes<\/strong> to their friends and family or adding a bit of colour to your home<\/strong> by decorating with the colour red! Craft activities are a great way to keep your kids busy and entertained – if you’re having a party add this to the activity tables you’ll have for the kids.<\/p>\n

If you’re interested in making Chinese paper lanterns, we have a simple and easy step-by-step guide for you:<\/p>\n

You’ll need:<\/p>\n