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August Moon Festival
The August Moon Festival is one of the greatest Chinese
Festivals, second only to the Chinese New Year. There are
several meanings behind the festival. Since the arrival of
autumn is thought to be a propitious season and the weather
is usually conducive to good health and enjoyment, the
August Moon Festival is a festival of joy and health. The
August Moon Festival is also known as The Harvest Festival,
a time of thanks for the harvest and good crops. Each year,
Chinese Benevolent Association of New England, Chinatown
Main Street, and the Chinatown Business Association organize
a full day events to celebrate this important holiday. Come
enjoy stage performances of Asian folk dance, lion dance and
Chinese Opera singing. You can also browse the streets of
Chinatown and purchase food, gifts and souvenirs from street
vendors.
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