Lunar New Year Parade wows Flushing
The annual Lunar New Year Parade held Saturday in downtown Flushing
drew large crowds and marchers to help celebrate the Year of the
Dragon.
Unlike the last several years, temperatures were moderate for
February and there was no snow or ice on the ground. Following the
parade, musical performances were held at Queens Crossing.
The holiday began on Jan. 23 and continues for a month, with
families getting together for meals and giving red envelopes filled
with lucky coins to youngsters.
— Liz Rhoades
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Lunar New Year Parade wows Flushing
Asian beauties line up on a float decorated with lotus blossums and Chinese lanterns.
Lunar New Year Parade wows Flushing
A long paper dragon entertained the crowd. The dragon symbolizes strength and good luck.
Lunar New Year Parade wows Flushing
A large Asian band, dressed in blue and white, held the audience’s attention.
Lunar New Year Parade wows Flushing
A group of female Korean drummers perform along the parade route.
Lunar New Year Parade wows Flushing
Elected officials, including state Sen. Tony Avella Congressman Joe Crowley and Councilman Peter Koo walked with parade organizers at the beginning of the march.
Lunar New Year Parade wows Flushing
A lion dancer and a dragon dancer with a masked marcher performed in the annual parade on Main Street.
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