Topeka Chinese-American Association

01/09/2026

You’re Invited: 2026 Spring Festival Celebration!
Join us as we welcome the Year of the Horse with joy, culture, and community!
Our 2026 Spring Festival Celebration will be a festive evening filled with traditional performances, delicious Chinese food, and fun activities for all ages.
✨ What to expect:
• Cultural performances
• Authentic Chinese dishes
• Festive decorations & photo opportunities
• A warm celebration with friends and family
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🕕 Time: 2/7/2026 4:18pm
📍 Location: Topeka Collegiate School/2200 SW Eveningside Dr, Topeka, KS 66614
🎟️ Tickets: $20 ( 13 years above);
$10 (7-12 years old)
Free ( 6 and under)
Whether you celebrate Chinese New Year every year or are experiencing it for the first time, we warmly welcome you to join us and celebrate together.
Let’s celebrate a new year filled with health, happiness, and good fortune!
We look forward to seeing you there
📩 For more information, please contact: [email protected]

05/20/2025

In modern China, one of the most controversial yet widely recognized social labels is 剩女 (shèngnǚ) — literally translated as “leftover woman.” Harsh? Yes. Outdated? Many say so. But this term opens a fascinating window into the clash between tradition and progress, gender roles, and the power of language to both stigmatize and empower.

https://www.topekachineseamericanassociation.com/post/%E5%89%A9%E5%A5%B3-why-leftover-woman-is-the-worst-label-and-why-girls-are-reclaiming-it

05/13/2025

Ever met a goose that walks on tiptoe? 🐧 This blog dives into how Chinese characters tell stories. Whether you’re a language nerd or just here for the penguins, you’re in for a treat.

Fun Fact Tuesday: Why Penguins Are the “Tiptoe Geese” of Chinese