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Join us for an interactive storytelling session with award-winning author George Chiang, featuring The Pioneer Adventures of Chen Sing. Based on oral histories shared by Isaac Sing, this captivating tale of friendship and perseverance follows Chen Sing’s adventures in the interior after his railroad-building days. We’ll learn how George turned
Join us in celebrating two new graphic memoirs by Chinese Canadian/American authors. Teresa Wong’s All Our Ordinary Stories and Tessa Hulls’ Feeding Ghosts enlighten us through their pictures and words, exploring multigenerational stories of immigration, identity and family. The event will be moderated by Petti Fong, journalist and author of Alone Together. Presented in
On June 15, dive into a cultural adventure of songs and stories featuring the mesmerizing sounds of ancient Chinese instruments. This edition of the Vancouver Chinatown Storyteller’s Family Saturday will spotlight "Getting to Know Chinese Folk Instruments." Experience the captivating tones of traditional instruments such as the erhu, suona, and
On April 20, come learn about the exquisite art of Cantonese Opera, one of the most colourful and deeply rooted traditions in Chinatown. We’ll highlight our opera artefacts on display, listen to some tunes, and guide you in crafting your very own opera headdress. Drop in anytime between
Join us for a lively evening of storytelling to celebrate Chinese Canadians in Canada’s national obsession, hockey! Author Chad Soon will launch his co-authored children’s book, The Longest Shot: How Larry Kwong Changed the Face of Hockey, and share Kwong’s fascinating story as the first player of Asian descent in
Explore the vibrant world of fan-making with multi-disciplinary visual artist Serena Chu on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Craft your own fabric folding fan using artisanal markers and discover the fun and beauty of creating your own artistic illustrations. Drop in anytime between 11 am and 1 pm to take part!
Join Simon Chang on March 16th at the Chinatown Storytelling Centre for an afternoon with the proud Chinese Canadian, who started his career delivering newspapers for the Vancouver Sun, showcasing tenacity and a positive attitude that propelled him to become one of Canada's most celebrated fashion designers. Born in Canton,
On June 29th, the Chinatown Storytelling Centre will open “Our Journey Continues: 100 Years After the Chinese Immigration Act”, a new special exhibit dedicated to honouring the multigenerational families who pursued their dreams and turned grievances into success. The exhibit shares the lesser-known stories of families with ancestors who lived
Join Juno-nominated Henry Young and "The Chinese Sinatra" Gary Lee for a delightful afternoon of storytelling and music. Henry's musical genius on the guitar took him to New York as a principal member of Nina Simone’s band. Gary's vocals won him a CBC singing contest and a regular gig
This Family Day long weekend, enjoy 50% off admission and walk back in time, immersing yourself in the culture of Chinese Canadiens who helped shape Canada and build its true, north-strong, and free values that we have today. Live through the plight of the courageous labourers who travelled across the
Join us for a family-friendly celebration to ring in the year of the Water Rabbit! Paint your own lucky rabbit to take home and meet the spectacular God of Wealth (caishen, choi sun) who will be sharing blessings and passing out treats. On this special day, we are offering entry
