EVENT CALENDAR

Limited Viewing Engagement:
Spellbound – Pan Xi

Through July 22

For this month only, Crane House is proudly presenting a limited selection of works from Shanghai artist Pan Xi. The Spellbound silk paintings depict contemporary Chinese femininity. Crane House will present a full exhibition of Pan Xi’s work in 2013. Come see these beautiful paintings before they are gone!

 

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Ash Woolson

Kempo Kujo: Supporters of Article Nine, the Japanese Peace Constitution

August 5—October 7, 2011

Friday, August 5, 6p - Opening Reception 
Tuesday, October 4, 6p - Exhibition Talk

Open Saturday, August 6, September 10, October 1
11a to 4p

In 2008, photographer Ash Woolson captured the images of participants of a walk from Hiroshima (on the anniversary of the historic Atomic bombing) to Tokyo, Japan, a total of one thousand miles. The purpose of the walk was to create awareness in support of Article Nine of the Japanese constitution, which guarantees a pacifist government. The photographs provide a window into the changing social structure of Japan and its role in the world community. They document Ash’s experience and simultaneously capture an instance of the passing of the pacifist cause from the World War II generation to the millennial generation. The exhibit presents global themes of responsibility and sustainability, and is a reminder that we must learn from and never forget the violence in our past.

Chinese Language and Culture Primer
Saturday, July 16, 10a – 2p
Admission is free

 

This Chinese language and culture primer geared for specifically for teens will focus on basic Chinese greetings and characters,

as well as provide an introduction to Chinese arts and crafts, traditional holidays, and tourist attractions. A complimentary lunch will allow students to try a variety of Chinese dishes and learn the stories behind some traditional Chinese food. At the end of the session, students will hear traditional Chinese Pipa music performed live. This program will take place in a very relaxed setting where teens can have fun and learn about Chinese culture at the same time. Sessions will be taught by Yuyao Ding, an upcoming junior at duPont Manual High School who is native Chinese.

Space is limited, please RSVP by Noon on Friday, July 15 at 635.2240, e-mail at admin@cranehouse.org or via our Facebook page.

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Asian Film Series
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan
Starting August 5
Baxter Avenue Theatre

We are very excited to announce the first film in the 2011 Crane House Asian Film Series. Snow Flower and the Secret Fan will be coming to Baxter Avenue Theatre on August 5th. The film, adapted from Lisa See's hit novel and directed by Wayne Wang (The Joy Luck Club), is a story of the timeless friendship between two Chinese women. 

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Mandarin Chinese Fall Classes

Beginner Level Fall Class

Wednesday, September7—December14, 5:30-6:30

Introduction to Mandarin, the modern spoken national language of China. Students focus on vocabulary, basic grammar, and conversation, with an emphasis on pronunciation, speaking, and listening skills through oral/aural drills and exercises. There is limited study of written characters and the Pinyin Romanized system. Relevant cultural content is introduced. All course materials are included in the course fee. The instructor is a native Mandarin speaker with multiple years of teaching experience.

 

Advance Level Fall Class

Wednesday, september7-December14, 6:30 - 7:30p

Continued development of language skills, with special emphasis on speaking Mandarin, the spoken national language of China. Students focus on additional vocabulary, special expressions, grammar, and conversation, with an emphasis on improving pronunciation, speaking, and listening skills through oral/aural drills and exercises. There is increased study of written characters and the Pinyin Romanized system. Relevant cultural content is introduced. All course materials are included in the course fee. The instructor is a native Mandarin speaker with multiple years of teaching experience.

 

Tutorial - Mandarin Chinese

Short-term, individualized courses are available by request. Course content is custom-suited to the client's language ability, needs, and interests. All course materials are included in the course fee. Instructors are native speakers with years of teaching experience.

For more information and to register, please call 502.635.2240 or email at tvu@cranehouse.org