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  • May - Asian American, Native Hawiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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    AANHPI Heritage Month celebrates the achievements and contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders through their enrichment of our history, society, and culture. The month also acknowledges the challenges and struggles they have faced.

    Ways to celebrate: Learn the difference between Asian American, Pacific Islander, shop AANHPI-owned businesses, learn how to pronounce Asian names, and dive into research. Learn how to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month here.

    Click here to read the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Proclamation.

    Click here to view the photos from the AANHPI Month Reception.

    Angela Mose accepts the 2025 Proclamation.



  • January - Lunar New Year

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    Lunar New Year, also referred to as Spring Festival, originated in China, but is celebrated across many Asian countries and around the world. Lunar New Year signifies the start of a new year on the lunisolar calendar. The celebration begins with the first new moon of the lunar calendar and commences 15 days later on the first full moon. 2025 is the year of the snake, symbolizing transformation, wisdom, and intuition.

    Ways to celebrate: Common ways people celebrate Lunar New Year is by visiting relatives and friends, eating dumplings, rice cakes, and other special foods. Dragon and lion dances play significant roles in Lunar New Year's history and serve as common entertainment for the celebration.

    Click here to read the Lunar New Year Proclamation.

    Task Force Member, Happy Tian accepts the 2025 Lunar New Year Proclamation.