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August Moon Shines Bright Over Quincy
The Patriot Ledger | Mary Timm Gomes

QUINCY - Christina Lam, a senior at North Quincy High School, is the first generation in her Asian family to have been born in the United States.

Yesterday, she put her dual heritage to use at the August Moon Festival at President Plaza on Quincy Avenue. Working at a booth, she coordinated about 60 high school-age volunteers whose bilingual abilities helped the festival run smoothly.

‘‘What's great is that it's not Asian-targeted,'' Lam said about the festival. ‘‘It promotes diversity, sharing our culture so everyone gets a piece of it.''

Quincy Lunar New Year Festival and Community Banquet

Quincy, MA - The Quincy Asian Resources, Inc. (QARI) hosted a Lunar New Year Community Banquet at the International Buffet on March 26, 2005 and successful festival on March 26, 2005 at the North Quincy High school. Some of the highlights include performances of Chinese and Filipino music and dance, exhibits featuring the work of local Asian artists, a lion dance and traditional Chinese movies. A children's area was also available with Asian games and a senior citizen program area that featured crafts and calligraphy. Local restaurants offered different types of Asian cuisine.

Quincy Asian Resources August Moon Festival Planning Committees Being Organized

Quincy -The Quincy Asian Resources, Inc. (QARI) calls volunteers for the planning of the 18th Annual August Moon Festival to be held at President's Plaza on August 21, 2005 from 11-4pm. Members of the organization ask citizens to play their part in making this a truly amazing celebration.

This week, members met to create the essential working groups that include logistics, entertainment, sponsorship, marketing, and volunteer coordination. Organizers hope more people will contribute their time and ideas.

Biggest Crowd Ever At 18th August Moon Festival

A crowd estimated at more than 6,000 - the most folks ever - feasted and otherwise enjoyed the 18th annual August Moon Festival Sunday at President's Plaza.

"It was a super turnout," said John Brothers, executive director of Quincy Asian Resources, Inc., (QARI), the hosts for the events.

"Last year we had 5,000. There were more this year. I'd estimate there were more than 6,000. Their cars filled the parking lot and still there was not enough room.