Four Candidates in Bay Area Discuss SCA-5 on DingDing TV

By David Li, bostonese.com (with contributions from members of SVCA) San Francisco, March 27, 2014, — On the same day when state Senator Leland Yee was arrested by FBI, three Asian American candidates George Yang, Kansen Chu, Peter Kuo, and Barry Chang appeared on DingDing TV Wednesday night. Senator Leland Yee voted for Senate Constition… Continue reading Four Candidates in Bay Area Discuss SCA-5 on DingDing TV

Chinese Culture Connection Celebrates Its 9th Annual Gala on April 5

Malden, Mass., –The Chinese Culture Connection (CCC) is very proud to announce its Ninth Annual Gala and Fundraising Event. It will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2014 at 6:00 PM at the Hei La Moon Chinese Restaurant, 88 Beach Street, in Boston’s Chinatown. Mayor Christenson attended Chinese New Year celebration by CCC.

Harvard Lectures Mark Third Anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake

Boston, March 11, 2014, — Today is the third Anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. There are a number of activities in the greater Boston area marking this anniversary. US Secretary of State John Kerry also issued a statement today. The following is information about a couple lectures at Harvard University today and statement… Continue reading Harvard Lectures Mark Third Anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake

MIT Asian Career Fair Opens to All This Weekend

By David Li, bostonese.com Cambridge, Mass., — Still looking for full-time jobs and summer internships? Then you don’t want to miss this weekend’s MIT Asian Career Fair. According to one of the organizers Sang Wen, this career fair is for all students, not just Asian students.

2014 NECP’s Lunar New Year Gala Shows Unity

By David Li, bostonese.com Boston, Feb. 11, 2014, — About 500 people attended 2014 New England Chinese Professionals 2014 Lunar New Year Gala on Feb. 1 at Marriott Boston-Newton hotel. Comparing to last year’s gala just after Blizzard Nemo, this year’s weather was much better with high temps in the 50s. Gov. Deval Patrick and… Continue reading 2014 NECP’s Lunar New Year Gala Shows Unity

Mayor Christenson Attends “Cultures of China, Festival of spring”

By David Li, bostonese.com Boston, Feb. 19, 2014, Malden Mayor Gary Christenson was among 1000 people who packed John Hancock Hall in Boston Back Bay Sunday, Feb. 16, evening. They enjoyed the performances by top singers and dancers from China at the “Cultures of China, Festival of Spring” show, presented by Asian Cultural Center. Mayor… Continue reading Mayor Christenson Attends “Cultures of China, Festival of spring”

CHSNE and Chinatown Main Street Host Lunar New Year Celebrations

By David Li, bostonese.com Boston, Feb. 17, 2014, — Chinese Historical Society of New England (CHSNE) hosted an open house in the afternoon of Feb. 9 at the China Trade Building in Chinatown. At the same time, Chinatown Main Street(CMS) also hosted Lunar New Year of the Horse cultural activities. Artists and Chinatown Main Street… Continue reading CHSNE and Chinatown Main Street Host Lunar New Year Celebrations

Holiday Greetings from Boston Forward

Dear members and friends of Boston Forward, As we celebrate the Lantern Festival and Valentine’s Day this Friday, I would like to wish you and your family good health and happiness in the Chinese New Year of the Horse. Hopefully, Boston Forward will achieve more in promoting equality and defending civil rights among underrepresented minorities… Continue reading Holiday Greetings from Boston Forward

ACLS Celebrates Year of the Horse with “Essence of China”

By David Li, bostonese.com Acton, Mass., Feb. 10, 2014, — The Acton Chinese Language School (ACLS) hosted a day-long Chinese New Year Celebration gala on Saturday, Feb. 1 at the RJ Grey Junior High School. Close to 1,000 ACLS teachers, students, parents and local residents attended this annual event. Dance performance by ACLS students (all… Continue reading ACLS Celebrates Year of the Horse with “Essence of China”

Chinese New Year Celebrations Dazzle around the World

(from cntv.cn)Celebrations marking the Spring Festival around the world are testament to how much of an influence Chinese culture is having globally. From London to Vienna, to Chicago, people are being dazzled by colourful performances and celebrations. Traditional new year events and Peking Opera shows are some highlights that we find out more about next.… Continue reading Chinese New Year Celebrations Dazzle around the World