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Southeast Center Asian New Year celebrates Year of the Pig
Photos and story by James Hill
The Southeast Center’s annual celebration of the Chinese New Year welcomed the coming of the Year of the Pig with music, entertainment, food, vendors, door prizes, and much more. 
Right photo, the lion dance was one of the main attractions at this year’s event. Bottom photo, local grade school students get a taste of how to use chopsticks at one of the many tables featuring Asian cuisine.
The Asian New Year Celebration, featured Chinese dances, martial arts, and an Asian dances by staff. Demonstrations included Chinese brush painting, and paper cutting workshops. Also, there were various tables showcasing Asian art products for sale.
About James Hill
James G. Hill, an award-winning journalist and public relations writer, is the Director of Public Relations at Portland Community College. A graduate of Portland State University, James has worked as a section editor for the Newberg Graphic... more »