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Introduction to Chinese Language & Culture

For ages 12+ & adults
2024-04-24 15:30:00 2024-04-24 17:00:00 America/New_York Introduction to Chinese Language & Culture Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room

Wednesday, April 24
3:30pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-04-24 15:30:00 2024-04-24 17:00:00 America/New_York Introduction to Chinese Language & Culture An introduction to the basics of Chinese language and culture. Participants will learn language related to weather, jobs, feelings, and time in this eight-week program. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room

Piracci Board Room

An introduction to the basics of Chinese language and culture. Participants will learn language related to weather, jobs, feelings, and time in this eight-week program.

Presented by Shenendehowa High School teacher Ping Hou and students Alexis Hernaez, Cora Szakmary, Teja Narisetty, and Esther Ma.  

All programs are subject to change based on weather and safety guidelines. 

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AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | General Interest |

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Phone: 518-371-8622
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The Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library provides a wide range of materials, programs, and services to the residents of Clifton Park and Halfmoon. We are a member of the Southern Adirondack Library System. Our mission is to nurture and foster community connections by providing the space and resources for patrons to be educated, entertained, and enriched. Our vision is to be at the heart of our community. The go-to place to meet, learn, and do. 

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