Stuart Smith, Brian Dawson, Deborah Dalliessi, Xuemei Zhang, Margaret Western, Yunfei Zhao, Trish Redwood, Chris Redwood and Neil Henry become the dragon at Year of the Snake celebrations Saturday. Photo: William Woodworth.
Marlborough’s Chinese community were joined by many guests to celebrate the start of the Year of the Snake this Saturday.
More than 100 people gathered for lunar new year traditions, with dance, song, tea ceremonies, board games, calligraphy, and handmade dumplings - finishing in a shared meal.
New Zealand Chinese Association Marlborough branch president Xuemei Zhang said that the entire day was “wonderful.”
“Thanks to the support of the community and our sponsors Omega Seafood, Cloudy Bay Clams and Master Roasts, events like Chinese New Year allow us to share our holiday traditions with all.
“I hope everyone ate lots of dumplings, as traditionally the more dumplings you eat, the more money you receive!”