GENERAL
MEETINGS
Come to our general meetings, once every other Thursday! Come for the culture, and stay for the family, as we talk about upcoming events that are going on in CSA. Who knows, maybe you'll strike a free meal??? Sign in for every meeting to rack up points for your family, play games such as Jeopardy, and learn about different Chinese myths, language, and culture!
CULTURAL FUN FACTS
HOW MANY OF THESE DO YOU KNOW?
PINGYING - The Chinese romanization based on the pronunciation. The phrase literally translates into "spell sound". Ex: Huoguo (Hot Pot)
GAOKAO - The college entrance exam. It tests Science, History, Chinese, Math, and a Foreign Language
QIXI FESTIVAL - A Chinese myth where the cowherd and the weaver girl were banished to the opposite sides of the Silver River due to forbidden love. It is celebrated on the 7th day of the 7th lunar month
CHINESE AMERICAN CUISINE - Includes Orange Chicken, Pepper Steak, and Chop Suy. One can tell the difference between a fusion cuisine from the traditional Chinese dish through the use of vegetables as side dishes and the stir-frying / deep-frying the ingredients