# Event Details - **Event Name**: Lunar New Year Storytime with Author Pat Tanumihardja - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 09:30 am – Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 10:30 am - **Event Description**: Join us for a special storytime (with treats and crafts!) to celebrate Lunar New Year with author Pat Tanumihardja!About this EventJoin us for a special author storytime to celebrate Lunar New Year! Pat Tanumihardja will treat us to a dynamic reading of her new picture book, , illustrated by Bonnie Lui. This joyous story of friendship, teamwork, and forgiveness whisks listeners into the bustling preparations for the Jade Empress’s grand banquet, where a lively cast of zodiac animals—including Mouse Deer from the Malay zodiac and Cat from the Vietnamese and Gurung zodiacs—are hard at work on their favorite celebratory dishes. The storytime is targeted at ages 3-8 but all ages are welcome.Following the storytime, Pat will share a sweet treat of pineapple tarts and lead children in a themed craft before staying to sign copies of her book.About the Book:Determined to redeem himself after last year’s kooky kitchen catastrophe, Monkey vows to make the Empress’s favorite treat: golden, melt-in-your-mouth pineapple tarts. But as he dashes between chopping, stirring, and mixing, he can’t help lending a hand to friends in need. Soon, Monkey discovers that the sweetest surprises aren’t always the ones you bake—they’re the friendships you grow along the way.Set in a whimsical world inspired by Southeast Asian zodiac traditions, this warm, funny picture book celebrates the magic of Lunar New Year through Patricia Tanumihardja’s playful, food-infused storytelling and Bonnie Lui’s vibrant, detail-rich illustrations.About the Author:Patricia (Pat) Tanumihardja grew up a third culture kid, forever curious about the world and her place in it. Born in Jakarta and raised in Singapore by Indonesian Chinese parents, Pat developed a deep appreciation for both delicious foods and good books. Her writing—whether for children’s picture books or cookbooks—blends culture, cuisine, and heart, often echoing her own lived experiences. Her debut children’s book Ramen for Everyone was a Junior Library Guild Gold Selection, followed by Jimmy’s Shoes and The Sugar Plum Bakers. Today, Pat writes from her home in Northern Virginia, where she lives with her husband and son—and is always happy to share a favorite recipe. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alexandria/lunar-new-year-storytime-with-author-pat-tanumihardja/100001978420470886 - **Event Categories**: chinese-new-year, art, literary-art, food-drinks, kids, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Alexandria - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: Old Town Books - **lat**: 38.8039599 - **long**: -77.04015800000002 - **full address**: Old Town Books, 104 South Union Street, Alexandria, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Lunar New Year Storytime with Author Pat Tanumihardja - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/0739219c3e662f4c4b904a6c4587dd391c5aa271b074a665945c043772c3ee87-rimg-w1200-h600-dc014c59-gmir.jpg?v=1766239695 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Lunar New Year Storytime with Author Pat Tanumihardja being held? - **A:** Lunar New Year Storytime with Author Pat Tanumihardja takes place on Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 09:30 am to Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 10:30 am at Old Town Books, 104 South Union Street, Alexandria, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Lunar New Year Storytime with Author Pat Tanumihardja? - **A:** Lunar New Year Storytime with Author Pat Tanumihardja is organized by Old Town Books. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Lunar New Year Storytime with Author Pat Tanumihardja is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Alexandria, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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