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Reigniting Linsanity // Chinatown Thanksgiving Turkeys // Who Is Michael Jang?
Happy all the holidays to you, as I've taken to saying. I hope your family is happy, healthy and together. Read More »
The Boba Generation // HK-Style French Toast // Singles Day in China
This past Monday, we celebrated two holidays concurrently: Veterans Day in America and Singles Day in China. Read More »
HK Protests Reach America // Spooky Halloween Tales // Understanding Autism
Happy Halloween! I hope all of our kiddos have an exciting time out trick-or-treating this year. Read More »
Celebrate
How to Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival
The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as the Duanwu or Double Fifth Festival, provides the perfect opportunity for family fun. Read More »
How to Prepare for the Mid-Autumn Festival
In its themes and spirit, the Mid-Autumn Festival most closely resembles Thanksgiving among American holidays. Read More »
How to Plan a Tomb Sweeping Ceremony
Tomb sweeping is the most important Qingming Festival custom, a respectful family obligation at the heart of Chinese filial piety. Read More »
How to Spot Dragon and Lion Dances at Chinese New Year
Traditional dragon and lion dances are indispensable parts of community celebrations during Chinese New Year. Read More »
Create
How To Make Black Sesame Glutinous Rice Dumplings (Tang Yuan)
These round, white dumplings resemble the full moon and symbolize the virtues of unity and family togetherness. Read More »
How to Fold Joss Paper Ingots
Families usually burn joss paper to send departed ancestors everything they might need in the afterlife. Read More »
How to Make a Tray of Togetherness
A Tray of Togetherness is the customary arrangement of sweets families use to welcome guests at Chinese New Year. Read More »
Learning To Love Crab Rangoon
It's easy to bring an iconic symbol of Chinese American cuisine from the restaurant to your family table. Read More »
Inspire
Making Memories at the San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade
William Gee shares tips to help families attending a Chinese New Year parade get the most out of the experience. Read More »
A Parent’s Guide to Chinese American History
Teaching the Chinese American community’s history weaves its people and stories into the country's social fabric. Read More »
Building Community From A Diversity Of Chinese American Experiences
Reflections on the Chinese Historical Society's This Land Is Our Land Conference in San Francisco. Read More »
A Family Friendly Day in San Francisco Chinatown
San Francisco Chinatown is the original American Chinatown, a swirling kaleidoscope of markets, restaurants, shops and people. Read More »
Hi! I'm Wes, a biracial Chinese American dad living in Oakland, California, who left the technology world when my son was born to serve this wonderfully diverse community of Chinese American families. Work with me »
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