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What is Open Book? Open Book is a communty-based program that brings readers and writers together to read, share, and explore stores across languages and
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What is Open Book? Open Book is a communty-based program that brings readers and writers together to read, share, and explore stores across languages and

LunarFest 2026 – Brave the Wind February 14 – 28 2026 | Ocean Artworks, Granville Island The Year of the Horse gallops in with fierce

The Lantern City – We Are A Family & Forever Young February 14 – March 9, 2026 | 800 Robson PlazaFebruary 14 – March 9,

TAIWANfest 2025 – Waves of Saudade August 30 – September 1, 2025 | šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square (formerly known as the Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza)

The Lantern City – We Are Family & Forever Young & Coastal Lunar Lanterns January 29 – February 18, 2025 | 800 Robson PlazaJanuary 29

LunarFest 2025 – Fluidity in Diversity January 29 – February 17, 2025 | Ocean Artworks, Granville Island Snakes, despite their pretty appearances, are often attached to negative connotations.

/ Panel / Beyond Chinese How Vancouver cultural institutions reflect the diversity of diasporic populations November 15, 2024 | Vancouver Central Library (Montalbano Family Theatre,

/ Panel / Beyond Chinese: How Identity Shapes Artistry November 14, 2024 | Vancouver Central Library (Montalbano Family Theatre, Level 8) Join theatre artist

TAIWANfest 2024 – Becoming Me August 31 – September 2, 2024| šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square (formerly known as the Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza) Speaking of the

Traditionally, the dragon symbolizes authority and nobility. After being passed down from generation to generation, what is the essence of the dragon’s spirit? Dragons have found their way into many literary and artistic masterpieces. Outside of fiction, many people take pride in being “descended” from the dragon.

Do cultural symbols represent identity or the limits of it? Is it a reflection on our civilization, or a search for a sense of belonging? Do we only want to tell the stories of the past, or do we hope to create stories for the future?

When the Dutch East India Company (VOC) left Taiwan in 1662, 38 years of Dutch Colonization forever changed the island and its people. Four hundred years later, Taiwanese people still have mixed emotions when it comes to the identity of Taiwan. Yes, the Dutch are long gone, but where are the Taiwanese going?

Under the snow-white moonlightround and mellow with big red eyes…WhiteIs it empty space or gentle warmth?Are you able to see your possibilities in its infinity?

We all live and experience life in different ways, shaped by our childhoods, cultural traditions, and changing surroundings. When we come together and share stories, we are creating new ways to see the world, new worlds to discover. Like Alice, with her innocent curiosity and infinite creativity, let’s follow the rabbits into Our Wonderland.

In Reflection Across the Shore August 5 – November 6, 2022 | Museum of Vancouver During the pandemic, two artists found guidance and solace from

Kanatal [ga-na-dal] means “island” in the Amis language, referring to the small island of Taiwan. The coastline surrounding us is at once an entrance and an exit: different ethnic groups live together on the island and connect with the world through the ocean. Four talented Indigenous musicians come together with their multi-ethnic backgrounds, the epitome of an island society, creating explosive harmony that boldly crosses borders.

Tigers are solitary creatures and not one tiger is alike. For humans, each of us has a unique soul, and our differences form the treasures of humanity. Tigers are humble animals, known for their patience and determination. For humans, these traits are virtues that often determine whether one is accomplished or just ordinary.

Vancouver is a young city.
Her youth is exhibited in nature, always refreshing and vibrant.
Her youth is displayed by the people, always curious and imaginative.
Her youth is celebrated by the movements, always progressive and provocative.
Lanterns are an art form long in existence.
It functions as a light.
It serves as an inspiration.
It is also known as a celebration.

Culture is defined by the Merriam-Webster dictionary as the customary beliefs, social forms, and material traits of a racial, religious, or social group. A stereotype is a standardized mental picture that is held in common towards members of a group and that represents an oversimplified opinion, prejudiced attitude, or uncritical judgment. Both “culture” and “stereotype” are two words often used without consciously differentiating distinctions and because of Canada’s multiculturalism, our society is always facing these challenges.

Inspired by the knowledge that humanity connects us all, “Whispers of the Soul” is a story about a young girl who goes on a magical adventure, learning both the importance of respecting values and honoring all communities.

Family is where everything begins. Like a comma, it gives us the breathing room for never ending thoughts; it’s the place first to shape our perspectives navigating the world. Like a period, it is often the place where a journey finds its conclusion or prepares for a fresh start.

In 2019, a group of Indigenous artists embraced the idea of celebrating the Lunar New Year tradition in the form of Coastal Lunar Lanterns, a collaborative project between LunarFest Vancouver and Tourism Vancouver that aims to make Vancouver the top North American destination for Lunar New Year celebrations.

One of the most important Lunar New Year celebrations is having a grand feast with your friends and family. In Taiwan, street banquets are known for being sumptuous and delicious. World-renowned Chai Found Music Workshop brings their chamber-music interpretation to Canada for the first time. Celebrate the Lunar New Year like no other with “A Musical Banquet: A Feast of Sumptuous Classical Music.”

These lanterns are created with the designs of Indigenous artists from the Stó:lō, Dené, Musqueam, and Tsleil-Waututh nations in 2020 to celebrate one of the most important traditions in Asia – Lunar New Year.

Jonathan Lee 2019 World Tour In Vancouver Jonathan Lee, a most influential music producer and established singer-songwriter in Chinese pop music, is coming to Vancouver for his tour of concert – “Those Songs Through The Years”.

From Taiwan, Ju Percussion Group, after thirty years, its footprints have crossed the world, using its music to convey and touch on innumerable emotions and memories. Praised and received with adoration not only by local Taiwan audiences, but international once as well.

Three individual sessions of Talk & Workshops. 1. Youth meeting with established artists. 2. What makes a good story? 3. Think out of the box

Stories bring people together. Share your stories with us and get connected. Come to find the beauty of accents and celebrate the cultural diversity!

These lanterns are created with the designs of indigenous artists from Squamish, Musqueam and Tsleil-Waututh along with an indigenous artist from Taiwan Atayal tribe to celebrate one of the most important traditions in Asia – Lunar New Year.

Lan Shin’s songs “Mother’s Eyes,” “Tribe Duli,” and “Wawa” have each won the Taiwan Original Music Award. In 2011 the group received second prize at the National Aboriginal Band Contest, returning to take the top prize in 2012. Though they had the opportunity to sign a contract with international record companies and release albums, they declined the invitation.