BOSTON – February 28, 2016 – The month of March offers a wealth of author talks and Irish-themed programs for people of all ages to enjoy. Below are highlights of the upcoming month, for a full listing visit the BPL Calendar of Events.
Chinese New Year concert at BPL in March 2013 (file photo).
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BPL March Library Events and Programs
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Governor Baker Swears In Workforce Development Board
Boston, Feb. 25, 2016 – Today, Governor Charlie Baker swore in members of the new Massachusetts Workforce Development Board at a State House ceremony prior to the board’s first public hearing where they are charged with making recommendations to improve the public workforce system and align policies to strengthen regional economies. Verizon New England’s Region President Donna Cupelo, was named the Board’s chair, which will include public officials, business and workforce representatives.
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Pictures from New England Hunan Association’s 10th Anniversary Celebration
By Xinming Li, bostonese.com
Medford, Mass., Feb. 23, 2016, — New England Hunan Association celebrated its 10th Anniversary Celebration at Medford City Hall in the evening of Feb. 20. Over 400 guests, including Mayor Stephanie Muccini Burke(2nd from right in the picture below), attended this festival event.
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Asian Americans to Rally for NYPD Officer Peter Liang on 2/20
Boston, Feb. 18, 2016, — Asian Americans across the US in over 30 major cities will rally on Saturday, Feb. 20, to protect against the guilty verdict of NYPD officer Prter Liang.
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The Ying Quartet to Perform at Jordan Hall on March 26
“The Ying Quartet performed with technical mastery, musical insight, vivid imagination, and tireless enthusiasm.” – Joe Sekon, Peninsula Reviews
Robin Scott, Janet Ying, Violins, Phillip Ying, Viola, David Ying, Cello
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Google Marks Lunar New Year with Illustration of Playful Monkeys
Happy Lunar New Year!
Lunar New Year is celebrated in many countries such as China, Korea, Mongolia, and Vietnam. Though not officially used in the United States, the lunar calendar plays an important role in global timekeeping.
Screen shot of google.com home page on Feb. 8, 2016 on a PC.
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Malden Celebrates Lunar New Year
Malden, Mass., Feb. 2, 2016, — Mayor Gary Christenson recently joined Congresswoman Katherine Clark, State Senator Jason Lewis, State Representative Steve Ultrino and City Councillor Ryan O’Malley for a Lunar New Year Celebration. More than 400 attendees celebrated the event as Mayor Christenson wished the Malden Asian Community a prosperous and healthy “Year of the Monkey” in Chinese!
Mayor Gary Christenson gives welcoming remarks to attendees
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Dr. Tea Joins BTP Reenactment / 波士顿茶党之中国人
By Changhong Zhang, bostonese.com
Feb. 1, 2016, — With the Chinese New Year is just around the corner, “Dr. Tea,” Xingcai Zhang, the founder of Mylovetea.com, recalled his participation in the the 242nd Anniversary & Annual Boston Tea Party (BTP) Reenactment presented by Old South Meeting House and the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum. Dr. Tea wishes readers of bostonese.com a healthy and happy Year of Monkey.
Dr. Tea (2nd from right) joins the reenactment (provided to bostonese.com).
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2016 Sharon Chinese New Year Celebration to Be Held on Jan. 30
2016庆祝春节节目单 / 2016 Sharon Chinese New Year Celebration
主持人 (Hostesses/Hosts)
张江天 (Jiangtian Zhang), 刘政 (Zheng Liu), 陈呈馨 (Alissa Chen),康紫曦 (Zimmy Kang), 宋成枚 (Elizabeth Song), 周丽丽 (Lily Zhou)
Picture from 2013 Sharon Chinese New Year celebration.
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Gov. Baker Delivers First State of the Commonwealth Address
Boston, Jan. 21, 2016, — Today, Governor Charlie Baker delivers his first State of the Commonwealth address from the House Chamber of the Massachusetts State House. Remarks as prepared for delivery:
Mr. Speaker. Mr. President. Members of the House and Senate. Fellow Constitutional Officers. And Members of the Governor’s Council. Mr. Chief Justice and Members of the Judiciary. Members of the Cabinet and my Administration.
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