Happy (Chinese) New Year ! 4707 The Year of the OxThe Chinese New Year begins today (26 January) so happy new year to any Chinese student checking the blog. Why not have a look at my post for the Chinese New Year 2008, to see Chinese related (beauty and complementary) books in the Library.
Anyone not of Chinese origin might be interested in this link to Chinapage.com, where you can read more about the Chinese New Year. This includes info on Dragons and an online firework display (scroll down to 'fireworks and skywriting')- just the thing to brighten up a dull British winter day!
And finally, if you want to join in with the celebrations, on February 1, 2009 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm, the Arcadian Centre, Birmingham is the place to be for free cultural performances, music, entertainment and firecrackers to mark the start of the year 4707 - the Year of the Ox.
Also includes a temporary market on Hurst Street selling Chinese goods and crafts.
Also includes a temporary market on Hurst Street selling Chinese goods and crafts.
