August 22nd is Chinese Valentine's Day, also known as "Qixi." On this special day, the SCCCA’s Family Support Program organized the "Chinese Valentine's Day Bookmarks" event. Through the art of traditional calligraphy, participants wrote heartfelt words and phrases, conveying rich emotions. We were honored to have Mr. Shih-Hao Lan from Taiwan as a special guest for this event. Mr. Lan provided insights into the historical significance of bookmarks and explained the beauty behind traditional phrases and expressions. This event was a meaningful way to celebrate Qixi, bringing together culture, art, and emotions in a truly unique and memorable manner.
In this romantically charged Qixi (Chinese Valentine’s day) event, we embarked on a journey to explore the historical background of Chinese Valentine’s day, delving deep into the romantic love stories that underlie this ancient traditional festival. Through engaging explanations, we successfully created the unique romantic ambiance of the Chinese Valentine’s day, allowing each participant to gain a deeper understanding of this traditional celebration.
Next, we guided participants into the enchanting world of Chinese calligraphy. They had the opportunity to learn some basic strokes and techniques, and personally inscribe a heartfelt blessing or wish in Chinese calligraphy. These heartfelt wishes, born from the heart, would become precious imprints on the unique bookmarks that participants crafted, brimming with personal emotions and aspirations.
Finally, we blended participants' calligraphy works and bookmarks into a handmade masterpiece. Through their skilled hands, a Chinese Valentine’s day Bookmark
, filled with individual style and blessings, came to life. This special token of affection could serve as a warm gift for loved ones or close friends, or a cherished memento to be treasured, evoking special emotions each time it was pursued.
This event allowed participants to collectively embrace the romantic atmosphere of Qixi, learn the art of Chinese calligraphy, and craft one-of-a-kind bookmarks to convey warmth through love. It provided an unforgettable experience for everyone involved, enriching the meaning of the Qixi Festival. Let us continue to remain closely connected in love and romance, passing on this beautiful sentiment.
8月22日上午由南海岸中華文化中心的家庭服務項目，主辦一場浪漫溫馨的七夕活動。
藍仕豪老師首先簡要講解了七夕的歷史，讓大家了解七夕背後的浪漫愛情故事。作為中國的情人節，近年來七夕慶祝型式流於商業化，藍老師說，七夕又稱乞巧節，古代女子特別在這一天祈求能夠心靈手巧，所以這次傳情書籤使用小楷及小型圖章，正是配合乞巧的用意。出席的大人及孩子們，紛紛拿起小楷毛筆，在書籤上表達情感流露的心聲，還有小棒球迷寫出心中情人的名字「大谷翔平」。
每個人都善用現場準備的彩色宣紙、毛筆、墨汁、圖章及護貝機，完成承載著濃濃情意的個性書籤，為今年的情人節帶來結合文化、藝術、關懷與療癒的多重意義。
在這場充滿浪漫氛圍的七夕活動中，我們一同探索了七夕的歷史背景，深入了解這個古老傳統節日背後的浪漫愛情故事。透過生動的講解，我們成功營造了七夕節特有的浪漫氛圍，讓每位參與者都對這個傳統節慶有更深入的認識。
接下來，我們帶領參與者進入中式書法的神奇世界。他們有機會學習一些基本的筆劃和技巧，親自使用中文書法書寫一句充滿心意的祝福或期望。這些由心而發的祝福將成為參與者製作的獨特書籤上的珍貴寫照，充滿了個人情感和祝願。
最後，我們以心靈手作的方式，將參與者的書法作品和書籤完美結合。透過參與者的巧手，一個充滿個人風格和祝福的七夕傳情書籤在他們手中誕生。這份特別的心意不僅可以成為送給摯愛或親密友人的溫暖禮物，更可以是他們珍藏的美好回憶，每當翻閱時都能感受到那份特別的情感。
這場活動讓參與者共同感受了七夕的浪漫氛圍，學習了中式書法的藝術，並製作了獨一無二的書籤，用愛傳遞溫暖。它不僅為大家帶來了難忘的體驗，還讓七夕這個特別的節日更加意義深厚。讓我們繼續在愛與浪漫中緊緊相連，並將這份美好傳遞下去。