MHACC 花車領航屋崙華埠農曆新年巡遊 | MHACC Float Leads Oakland Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade
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2025年 2月22日，由 屋崙華埠社區促進會（OCIC） 主辦、現代汽車贊助 的 第3屆亞裔華埠農曆新年巡遊 盛大舉行。巡遊隊伍從 陳煥瑛廣場 出發，繞行華埠 9條街道，最終抵達 林肯廣場公園，舉辦豐富的文化表演與慶祝活動。
美國華裔精神健康聯盟（MHACC） 的花車率先啟程，執行長彭一玲向市民揮手致意，展現社區精神。花車上的 大熊貓造型 傳遞溫暖，團隊帶來的 綢帶舞龍《小龍獻瑞》 活力四射，成為巡遊亮點。此外，東灣台山同鄉會 出動 百餘人舞龍醒獅，場面壯觀，擁有十萬粉絲的饒舌歌手 Seiji Oda 以 中英文歌曲 鼓勵大家來華埠消費，共襄盛舉。
巡遊不僅是一場節慶活動，更象徵著社區的團結與復甦。嘉賓們紛紛強調華埠在疫情後的復甦成果，感謝社區商家與居民的努力，並承諾持續改善治安、推動住房建設與長者福利計畫，以提升華埠的生活品質。
舞台表演同樣吸引眾多目光。擁有 60年歷史的屋崙芭蕾舞團，首次以芭蕾形式呈現 華裔移民故事《天使島》，感動人心。現場還有美食攤位與藝術展售，吸引大量遊客，帶動當地經濟。
華埠新年巡遊不僅帶來節慶歡樂，也凝聚社區力量，展現華埠的文化魅力與活力，讓新年的喜悅在街道間延續。
On February 22，2025, the 3rd Annual AAPI Lunar New Year Parade, hosted by the Oakland Chinatown Improvement Council (OCIC) and sponsored by Hyundai, brought vibrant celebrations to Oakland Chinatown. The parade started at Wilma Chan Park, winding through nine Chinatown streets, and concluded at Lincoln Square Park, where cultural performances continued.
The Mental Health Association for Chinese Communities (MHACC) float led the parade, with Executive Director Elaine Peng greeting the crowd. The float’s giant panda design symbolized warmth and unity, while the team’s ribbon dance-dragon performance, “Little Dragon’s Blessing,” added energy and excitement. The East Bay Taishan Association presented a 100-person dragon and lion dance, while rapper Seiji Oda blended Chinese and English music, encouraging visitors to explore Chinatown businesses.
The parade wasn’t just a celebration—it was a testament to the community’s resilience and revival. Speakers emphasized Chinatown’s post-pandemic recovery, recognizing the efforts of local businesses and residents. City officials also reaffirmed their commitment to public safety, housing initiatives, and senior welfare programs to enhance Chinatown’s livability.
The Oakland Ballet Company, celebrating 60 years, performed an excerpt from "Angel Island," the first ballet to depict the struggles of Chinese immigrants. Food vendors and art booths extended the festivities, attracting visitors and stimulating the local economy.
This year’s Lunar New Year Parade not only
brought joy and cultural pride but also strengthened community bonds, ensuring Chinatown’s traditions and vibrancy continue to thrive.
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