January 17, 2012 > Chinese New Year celebrated at NewPark Mall Chinese New Year celebrated at NewPark Mall Submitted By Sheryl Craig The Chinese lunar New Year, the Year of the Dragon, will be celebrated with traditional cultural activities, dances, and arts and crafts at NewPark Mall on January 22. The shopping center invites the community to gather in Center Court for beautiful dance performances and free classes by Lorraine Yee with Jing Mo Athletic Association. The San Francisco-based martial arts group has performed in the Bay Area for over 30 years. The group began in the early 1900s with the unique teaching of all Chinese kung fu styles under one roof, and their story has been featured in movies including Bruce Lee's "Chinese Connection." The day will also feature a craft activity for families - making red lanterns and dragons. Schedule of events: Noon - 12:30 p.m.: Jing Mo Performance 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.: Photos with the Lion (bring a camera) Noon - 3 p.m.: Prize wheel - chance to win a gift card and prizes 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.: Craft activities 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.: Facebook sign ups - Enter to win an iPad2 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.: Jing Mo Performance - Learn the Lion Dance 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.: Jing Mo Performance Chinese New Year at NewPark Mall Sunday, January 22 Noon - 3 p.m. Center Court NewPark Mall 2086 NewPark Mall, Newark (510) 794-5523 www.newparkmall.com