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​Chinese New Year Brunch:  Celebrating the Year of the Fire Rooster 
4 February, 2017      12:00 - 2:00 pm
​January 28, 2017 to February 15, 2018 is marked in the lunar calendar as the Year of the Fire Rooster, a period when the fiery temperament of the Rooster is expected to infuse more enthusiasm and energy into our activities, increasing hopes for better prospects for all.  However, in 2017, we need to brace ourselves for a period of immense changes.  Still, the Fire Rooster shines like a bright star in the dark sky, bringing hope and transformation to those who know how to act harmoniously around prevailing circumstances.
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The Year of the Fire Rooster teaches the lessons of order, scrutiny and strategic planning.  This will be a year when it is truly better to do less, but do it perfectly.  Meanwhile, there is a Chinese saying,  "If you take a step back, you will find the sea and the sky is boundless.”  Happy New Year!
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First Saturday PDX  had a full house celebrating the Year of the Rooster with a delicious multiple course lunch at Szechuan Chef Restaurant.  Through the generosity of our supporters with sales of raffle tickets and the silent auction, we were able to raise a significant sum.  All proceeds go to continuing the First Saturday PDX's monthly presentations, which are presented at no cost to attendees.

Our educational program series has been developed in collaboration with PSU’s Institute for Asian Studies, and is free and open to the public.​First Saturday PDX  full season schedule and descriptions available HERE

View our regular monthly location by clicking on the address below for directions:  
Portland State University, Academic & Student Recreation Ctr (ASRC),  Room 230
1800 SW 6th Ave, Portland OR 97201
Excellent MAX and bus transportation is right by the venue; plan your Trimet trip HERE.   There is also a nearby parking structure at SW 6th and Harrison with an entrance on 6th Avenue is also available.
View PSU Parking info:  
https://www.pdx.edu/transportation/hourly-visitor-parking​​​