聖地亞哥【元宵燈節】流光盛放

SDCACS 慶 35 週年以現代視角連結傳統與世代

【聖地亞哥訊】 聖地亞哥中華藝術文化學會（SDCACS）於 3 月 7 日在聖地亞哥中華歷史博物館盛大舉辦「點亮新春」元宵燈節。適逢創會 35 週年，本次活動不僅為新春慶典劃下圓滿句點，更透過跨領域藝術展演，展現學會長期致力於文化傳承與社區連結的豐碩成果。

藝術視角轉化傳統「燈籠巷」展現社區生命力

活動焦點「燈籠巷」展出 150 多盞由專業藝術家與在地學生共同創作的手作燈籠。此外，現場更上演一場跨感官的藝術饗宴：UCSD 五千年民樂團以古典旋律現場伴奏，搭配 BA 模特學院活力十足的時尚走秀，成功將傳統文化以現代美學重新詮釋，讓博物館庭院化身為流光溢彩的藝術聖殿。

點亮馬年新局共享團圓溫暖

為傳遞社區關懷，學會志工現場供應 400 份象徵和諧團圓的傳統元宵。下午 5 時 30 分，在主禮嘉賓聖地亞哥中華歷史博物館劉麗容博士（Dr. Lilly Cheng）與 Robert Stein 博士，偕同學會理事會的共同主持下完成點燈儀式。隨著燈火齊明，象徵馬年新氣象的輝煌開端，現場氣氛達到最高潮。

深耕社區 35 年致力跨文化交流

作為聯邦政府立案的 501(c)(3) 非營利組織，SDCACS 自 1991 年成立以來，始終堅持「根植傳統，以現代視角連結不同世代」。除了燈節，學會更長期透過以下多元活動推動跨文化交流：

青少年繪畫比賽： 培育在地新生代藝術人才。
跨領域藝術合作： 结合不同藝術形式，激盪文化新火花。
文化巴士之旅：跨城藝術巡禮，專業導覽與全日貼心款待，打造難忘深度藝文饗宴。
節氣養生藝術沙龍： 將傳統智慧融入現代生活美學。

學會會長陳菱 (Ling Chan) 表示：「看到庭院充滿生機，並能與這麼多鄰里分享我們的傳統文化，是慶祝學會邁入第 35 週年最完美的方式。」為深化夥伴關係，學會特別將活動燈籠捐贈予聖地亞哥中華歷史博物館，讓這份佳節的色彩持續妝點社區，迎接未來的每一位訪客。

San Diego Chinese Art and Cultural Society Illuminates the Community with Spectacular 2026 Lantern Festival

SAN DIEGO, CA — On Saturday, March 7, 2026, the San Diego Chinese Historical Museum was transformed into a glowing sanctuary of art and tradition as the San Diego Chinese Art and Cultural Society (SDCACS) hosted its "Light Up the New Year" Lantern Festival. The event saw a massive turnout, with the museum courtyard filled to capacity with visitors eager to celebrate the end of the Lunar New Year season.

The highlight of the evening was a breathtaking display of over 150 DIY lanterns, featuring original artwork from both professional artists and local students. These lanterns, which served as the centerpiece of the "Lantern Alley," showcased the immense creative talent within the San Diego community.

The festival offered a fully immersive cultural experience. We have captivating performances by the UCSD Five Millennia Orchestra. They enchanted the crowd with traditional melodies, while the BAModel Academy provided a high-energy showcase that moved dynamically through the courtyard. In a gesture of community warmth, SDCACS volunteers served approximately 400 cups of "YuanXiao" (traditional sweet glutinous rice balls), a traditional treat representing family unity and togetherness.

The event culminated in a Lighting Ceremony at 5:30 PM, featuring Guests of Honor Dr. Lilly Cheng and Dr. Robert Stein from the SDCHM, alongside SDCACS board members. As the sun set, the ceremonial lighting of the courtyard symbolized a bright start to the Year of the Horse.

"Since our establishment in 1991, our mission has been to enrich San Diego through the beauty of Chinese art and education," said president of SDCACS, Ling Chan. "To see the courtyard so full of life and to share our traditions with so many neighbors is the perfect way to celebrate our 35th year."

In a final gesture of community partnership, the SDCACS donated the decorative outdoor lanterns to the San Diego Chinese Historical Museum to ensure the courtyard remains vibrant for future visitors.

About the San Diego Chinese Art and Cultural Society (SDCACS):

Established in 1991, SDCACS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting greater awareness of Chinese art and culture. Through education, scholarships, and annual events like the Youth Art Competition, the Society strives to foster cross-cultural understanding within the San Diego community.