Chinatown Tai Chi & Social 太極交 友

WHEN: Saturday June 28 2025 1:00PM to 4:00PM

時間：2025年6月28日 禮拜六 下午1:00-4:00

WHERE: Chinatown Plaza Mall - 180 Keefer Street

地點：華埠廣場 - 180 奇化街

We’re honoured to feature yet again a tai chi workshop hosted by tai chi expert and beloved Chinatown elder Mrs. Ma! You’ve probably seen her around Chinatown sporting her signature pink hat or playing a serious game of mahjong at events - now you can learn from the legend herself. Wear some comfy clothes to stretch move and socialize! Tai chi is a Chinese practice focusing on movements that are slow and controlled - often combined with meditation and breathing it’s a great way to work on mobility and health!

我們好榮幸為大家再次帶來由太極行家、摯愛的華埠長者馬太帶來的太極工作坊。您可能曾見過她戴著她標誌性的粉色帽子在華埠做運動，或在華埠活動中認真地打麻將，而現在您可以跟她一起學打太極！請穿舒適點的衣服來準備好拉伸、活動身體，並在現場交到朋友仔！太極是一項中國傳統武術健身運動，專注於緩慢而有控制的動作，通常也與冥想和呼吸練習結合，是一種很好的強身健體的運動！

There is an importance with continuing this practice especially inside Chinatown Plaza Mall. In May of 2023 elders were unfairly kicked out of the mall for practicing tai chi by mall management and security.Elders were left distressed and the overall situation was upsetting to the community. Thankfully several community advocates came through to support our elders and now there are weekly seniors morning exercises in the mall through Yarrow Society’s team. These efforts have led to further use of the empty mall space and has given way for Chinatown Together to host such events to which we are grateful.

繼續舉辦太極工作坊尤其是在華埠廣場中舉辦這個工作坊具有重要意義。2023年5月，長者在華埠廣場中練太極時遭到了廣場管理人員和安保的不公對待，被要求強制離開。長者們受此影響而感到不安，社區對當時的情況也感到不滿。幸好有幾個位社區倡導者過來一起支持我們的長者，而現在世代同行會的團隊每個禮拜都會在華埠廣場組織長者晨練。這些努力使得空置的廣場空間得到進一步的使用，並且也讓華埠團結能有機會在此舉辦這些活動，對此我們感到很感激。

In addition to Mrs. Ma’s tai chi workshop we will also have a few extra features:

除了有馬太的太極工作坊，我們還將會有一些額外的呈現：

Stellar Moments will be popping up at our event. They are a local handmade crystal and stone bracelets and jadeite string necklaces business! They’re also very knowledgeable in stones and crystals and can give you tips on how to spot the correct stone/crystal for you! They accept cash and card. 天圓地方也將出現在我們活動中。這是一家本地手作水晶與石頭手鐲，以及翡翠項鍊品牌！該品牌也在石頭和水晶方面很有研究，也能給您一些鑑賞石頭/水晶的小貼士！天圓地方接受現金與銀行卡支付。

Pebble Knots Jewelry (by Chantal/姚瑶) creates colourful and whimsical jewelry and trinkets out of traditional Chinese knots. Each piece is handmade with the utmost care to bring extra joy and fun to your day! Come on by to get a gift for yourself or someone special! They accept cash and e-transfer.

Pebble Knots首飾（出自Chantal/姚瑤）用傳統中國結製作五彩又有趣的首飾與小物件。每一件作品都是手工精心製作，為您的一天增添一份快樂！來選購一份小禮品，送給您自己或者對您而言特別的人吧！Pebble Knots首飾接受現金和e-transfer電子轉帳支付。

Chinese Chess is back with community friend Michael S. hosting a smaller booth of two tables this round. Michael will be around to help folks learn how to play or you might end up facing him in a match!

社區朋友仔Michael S.的中國象棋將會再次回歸，本次攤位較小，只會有兩張桌子。Michael將會幫現場的夥伴了解怎麼下象棋。您也有可能會在下象棋中“正面迎戰”他！

A few tables of Mahjong freeplay will be set up as well for folks who are itching to play another round at events.

現場也會有一些麻雀枱給“手癢“想再打麻雀的朋友。

Event Amenities:

Snacks and beverages will be provided courtesy of Chinatown Together throughout the event while supplies last.

活動福利：

華埠團結將在活動全程提供零食和飲料。

William’s Library our free resource sharing initiative will also be open. William’s Library is in honour of late community activist poet and respected elder William Lim. Feel free to pick up any books or goods at the booth. All items were kindly donated by William’s family and members of the community. There is an optional cash donation jar for William’s Library where all donations at this booth will be donated to Yarrow Society - focusing on providing crucial services for elders in the community.

我們的免費資源共享計畫，林青華圖書館，也會在當天開放。林青華圖書館是紀念已故社區、詩人以及令人尊敬的長者——林青華。歡迎來攤位取閱書籍或帶走其他物品。所有物品來自林青華家人與社區成員的慷慨捐贈。攤位上也會設有現金自願捐贈箱，收到的所有現金捐贈將會捐給世代同行會—— 一家專注於為社區中的長者提供重要服務的機構。

To ensure inclusivity interpretation for instructions will be available in English Cantonese and Mandarin.

為確保活動的包容，教學將會配備英文、粵語和普通話翻譯。

T hings to bring:

- W ater to stay hydrated

- Comfy clothes for tai chi

- Cash if you’re planning to shop

- A bag to take home any goods you take home from William’s Library

In the face of ongoing gentrification it's crucial for us to unite in support of our Chinatown and DTES communities honor our elders and their cultural heritage and revel in the collective joy of artistic expression.

Through each Chinatown Together event we are dedicated to backing grassroots efforts amplifying the genuine voices of our community reclaiming our cultural roots and safe spaces and standing firmly united against encroaching gentrification. Celebrating community joy is our most powerful resistance to these forces - let's come together and celebrate in Chinatown as one!

您需要帶的物品：

- 飲用水以保持水分充足

- 現金如果您想要去長者市集逛逛

- 一個袋子來裝您想要從林青華圖書館帶回家的東西

面對持續的貴族化，我們必須團結起來支持唐人街和市中心東端的社群，尊重我們的長者及他們的文化遺產，並享受藝術表達帶來的集體歡愉。

通過一次次華埠團結的活動，我們致力於支持華埠草根行動，擴大我們社群的真實聲音，尋回我們文化根源以及安全空間，並堅定地團結起來抵抗逐漸侵佔我們的市紳化。

慶祝社區愉悅是我們最強有力的抵抗--讓我們齊聚華埠來共同慶祝！

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COVID Safety Information

For the health and safety of all our community members (especially seniors disabled and immunocompromised folks) we are making this event mask mandatory (preferably KN95 KF94 or N95). If you do not have a mask we will provide masks on site.

COVID安全訊息

為了我們社區成員的健康和安全（尤其是長者、身障人士及免疫受損人士），這場活動將要求您配戴口罩（最好是KN95、KF94或者N95）。如果您沒有口罩，我們會現場提供。

Accessibility Information

Transit: Chinatown is accessible by transit via skytrain and bus. The closest skytrain station is Stadium-Chinatown. The 3 8 19 and 22 bus lines are some of several in the area.

Washrooms: There are public washrooms available inside Chinatown Plaza Mall.

Water: Please bring your own water to keep hydrated.

無障礙訊息

交通：您可以乘坐天車或巴士到達華埠。最近的天車站是華埠--體育館站。3號8號19號巴士是途徑本區域的一些巴士線路。

洗手間：華埠廣場內設有公共洗手間。

水：請自帶飲用水以保持水分充足。

Should you have any access needs or concerns please contact us on instagram at @chinatowntogether_ or messaging us through Evenbrite.

如果您有任何的無障礙需求或疑慮，請通過instagram @chinatowntogether_ 或通過Eventbrite向我們發信息。

This event was made possible with the help of ParticipACTION and the City of Vancouver.