Wake County Public Libraries is offering several programs to celebrate the Lunar New Year in 2025.
These are free events. Make sure to follow the link for additional details and to register, if required.
Learn more about Lunar New Year celebrations in the Triangle.
K-5th Grade Adventures: Lunar New Year
Thursday, January 16, 2025
4:30 to 5:15 p.m.
Southeast Regional Library
908 7th Avenue, Garner, NC
Free
Read, create, discover and explore through hands-on activities. Celebrate Lunar New Year with a “lucky cat” craft kit and more.
Craft It: Chinese Lanterns
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Eva Perry Regional Library
2100 Shepherd’s Vineyard Drive, Apex, NC
Free
Ages 16+
Create and decorate festive Chinese lanterns to brighten up your holiday. Happy Year of the Snake! All materials will be provided.
Lunar New Year Bilingual Family Storytime
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Eva Perry Regional Library
2100 Shepherd’s Vineyard Drive, Apex, NC
Free
Children
Learn about the Lunar New Year and some of the traditions, and read “Chloe’s Lunar New Year” by Lily Lamotte.
K-2nd Grade Adventures: Lunar New Year
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
4:30 to 5:15 p.m.
Eva Perry Regional Library
2100 Shepherd’s Vineyard Drive, Apex, NC
Free
Children
Celebrate Lunar New Year and make your own parade worthy dragon. For grades K-2nd. No registration required.
K-5th Grade Adventures: The Year of the Snake
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
4:30 to 5:15 p.m.
Southgate Community Library
1601-14 Cross Link Road, Raleigh, NC
Free
Children
Read, create, discover, and explore through hands-on activities! Celebrate the lunar new year and paint some snake inspired string art.
Teen Program: Year of the Snake
Thursday, January 30, 2025
4 to 5 p.m.
Oberlin Regional Library
1930 Clark Avenue, Raleigh, NC
Free
Grades 6-12
Come celebrate the Lunar New Year! Craft a festive lantern while exploring the Chinese Zodiac and what the year of the snake might have in store for you.
Young Child Program: Lunar New Year
Friday, February 7, 2025
10:15 to 11 a.m.
East Regional Library
946 Steeple Square Court, Knightdale, NC
Free
Children
Young children and their families are invited to a special Lunar New Year program. Celebrate the Year of the Snake with books, songs and crafts.
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More Lunar New Year Events
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