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Hands-On Activities

Presented by the Oakland Asian Cultural Center

Japanese Paper Doll

Representatives from the Oakland Asian Cultural Centerwill show kids and their families how to make a Japanese paper dolls. Japanese paper dolls have been traditional in Japanese culture since the 1500s, initially as toys for children, and later as decorative objects.  Japanese paper dolls are created to represent people from all walks of life, including artists, craftsmen, dancers, musicians, and working people.

Dragon Mobile

Representatives from the Oakland Asian Cultural Centerwill show kids and their families how to make a Tet dragon mobile. Tet is Vietnamese Lunar New Year.  A fun part of Tet celebrations in the United States is the dragon dance.  The dragon dance is meant to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck to the New Year