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The information below is current as of the time we uploaded it. As it is not uncommon for performances to be cancelled or rescheduled, we highly recommend you contact the venue directly for current information. Last updated 9/19/07.

Dragon Boating is an ancient Chinese tradition dating back 2,400 years. Known for its color and excitement, dragon boat racing is one of the earliest forms of boat competition. It will make its worldwide debut at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. Listed below are Dragon Boat Festivals taking place around the United States.

CALIFORNIA
San Diego
Threads of Love: The Art of Chinese Needlework
Exhibit Opened Saturday, January 6, 2007
The San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
404 Third Avenue
"An exhibit of Chinese embroidery from the late Qing Dynasty through the early Republican period. Chinese embroidery dates back 2000 years, becoming popular during the Han Dynasty (206 BCE -AD 220) and evolving over the many centuries to become a predominant feature of Chinese textiles. It was not until the Song Dynasty (960-1644 AD) that embroidery transcended adornment for clothing and became incorporated into calligraphy and painting. During the Ming Dynasty embroidery artists became more daring and began using non-silk materials such as lace, paper and even hair. Throughout the dynasties and regions, embroidery has progressed from practical functions to an artistic form, incorporating calligraphy, painting and other mediums to create a diverse genre of art."
For more information go to www.sdchm.org.

San Francisco
Dragon Boat Festival
September 22-23, 2007
Treasure Island
Come join us for a weekend of world class dragon boat racing, spectacular cultural performances, and fun-filled activities for the whole family at the largest competitive dragon boat festival in the United States!
For more information go to www.sfdragonboat.com

PENNSYLVANIA
Philadelphia
Dragon Boat Festival
October 6, 2007
Fairmount Park
A one-of-a-kind Philadelphia family festival.
For more information go to www.philadragonboatfestival.com

Pittsburgh
Dragon Boat Festival
September 22, 2007
South Side Riverfront Park
The Pittsburgh Dragon Boat Festival features dragon boat races, traditional Asian music, dance, and food, plus arts and crafts for the children. Asian art, clothing, jewelry, fans, and much more is available along the Dragon Stroll. Learn how to use chop sticks, experience time-honored martial arts, demonstrations of Chinese yo-yo, tai chi, and much more.
For more information go to www.pittsburghdragonboatfestival.org

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