Christmas Party

Due to the big snow storm last week beginning December 19, our Christmas party was postponed to Wednesday, December 23. Despite the cancellation and a few members leaving out of town, the party was well-attended with almost 100 people. The cultural hall was decorated with Christmas lights strewn along the walls. Chairs faced the overflow area, which served as a stage for the performance. In the back, tables were set for serving food. Santa's chair in the middle of the cultural hall faced the stage. The theme of the evening was the "Light of the World." The first event was a simple but delicious dinner, consisting of baked ham, mashed potatoes, salad, chocolate cake, sushi, and a white cake with fresh strawberries. Next, Sister Li-Fang Tsai narrated a program, featuring the nativity and the story of the birth of Jesus Christ. Tony & Yiwen Liu acted as Joseph and Mary. Various members acted as shepherds, wise men, angels, and King Herod. Consistent with the theme, the "Light of the World," the actors begin the play by walking around the cultural hall with all of the lights off and each holding an electric candle in their hands and singing "I Have a Dream." At the end of the play, the angels gathered together on stage, held their candles in the dark, and sang "I'll Sing for You." After the closing prayer, the angels sang "Christmas Bells Are Ringing," which signaled the bells from jolly old Saint Nicholas and his dramatic entrance. He took his place at his chair, flanked by Mrs. Claus. The children then lined up for an opportunity to sit on Santa's lap and to share with him their innermost wishes. We thank all those who made this special event possible.

Merry Christmas to all!

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