HPU prof to discuss Chinese New Year in Asheboro library talk

Dr. Daliang Wang

ASHEBORO – Traditions and customs of Chinese New Year will be the focus of a talk by Dr. Daliang Wang, chair of World Languages and professor of Chinese at High Point University, at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, January 19, at the Asheboro Public Library.

The talk is free and the public is invited.

The most important Chinese holiday, the new year celebration marks the arrival of spring on the Chinese lunar calendar. It is celebrated in Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, Taiwan and the U.S. as well as in China.

The presentation will focus on the traditions, customs, timelines and cultures associated with Chinese New Year celebrations.

The library is located at 201 Worth Street. For further information, call 336-318-6803 or visit the library.