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Registration opens:
November 24th, 2026

A Year of Chinese Celebrations: A Holiday Season Tasting

2026-12-15 18:30:00 2026-12-15 19:30:00 America/New_York A Year of Chinese Celebrations: A Holiday Season Tasting Discover the fascinating world of Chinese festivals through a fun and interactive journey of food, tea, and storytelling! Raritan Public Library - Community Room

Tuesday, December 15
6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Raritan Public Library

Community Room

Discover the fascinating world of Chinese festivals through a fun and interactive journey of food, tea, and storytelling!

Discover the fascinating world of Chinese festivals through a fun and interactive journey of food, tea, and storytelling! Explore the legends, customs, and cultural significance behind three beloved Chinese celebrations: the Qingming Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival. Learn how these traditions celebrate the changing seasons, honor loved ones, and bring families and communities together.

Along the way, enjoy guided tastings of fragrant Dragon Well green tea, traditionally harvested around the Qingming Festival; zongzi, delicious sticky rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves and enjoyed during the Dragon Boat Festival; and mooncakes, the iconic treats shared during the Mid-Autumn Festival. Through delicious tastings and entertaining stories, discover how food and tea bring Chinese traditions to life! For adults ages 18+. Please register!

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Cooking | Arts & Culture |

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A Year of Chinese Celebrations: A Holiday Season Tasting

Tue, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Registration opens Tuesday, November 24 2026 at 6:30pm