Lunar New Year Show 熱熱鬧鬧慶蛇年！

The Lunar New Year show has become a beloved tradition for families in and around City of Hayward. As the holiday approaches, the Hayward Library is thrilled to bring another spectacular performance to the community!

In 2024, Pangut from the Korean high school student club was an absolute highlight, and we’re excited to announce that Hansamo is returning! They will dazzle the audience with traditional Korean Samgomu Dance, Nanta, and Pangut drumming, delivering a high-caliber performance that you won’t want to miss!

And who doesn’t love the iconic Lion Dance? For the first time, this vibrant and energetic tradition will come to our new Downtown Library! Legend Kungfu from Hayward will also return with their incredible martial arts showcase. Having performed at events like Trunk-or-Treat, AAPI Heritage Month at the library, and other local festivals, these talented students continue to impress with their skill and dedication.

This special event is generously supported by the Friends of the Hayward Library! This is a FREE event, and ALL are invited. Bring your family and friends for a delightful time! We’re eagerly looking forward to these amazing performances and can’t wait to celebrate together with our community!

Traditional RED ENVELOPES will be handed out to children at the end of the show!

Gong Hei Fat Choy!

More details about the performance group and the Korean drumming dances can be found at the end of the page (after Spanish and Chinese translation). 

El espectáculo del Año Nuevo Lunar se ha convertido en una tradición querida por las familias dentro y alrededor de la Ciudad de Hayward. A medida que se acerca la festividad, ¡la Biblioteca de Hayward se complace en traer otra espectacular presentación a la comunidad!

En 2024, Pangut, presentado por el club de estudiantes de secundaria coreanos, fue un verdadero punto destacado, ¡y estamos emocionados de anunciar que Hansamo regresa! Nos deslumbrarán con el tradicional baile Samgomu, Nanta, y los tambores de Pangut, ofreciendo una actuación de alto nivel que no querrás perderte.

¿Y quién no ama la icónica Danza del León? Por primera vez, esta vibrante y enérgica tradición llegará a nuestra nueva Biblioteca del Centro. Además, Legend Kungfu de Hayward regresará con su increíble demostración de artes marciales. Habiendo actuado en eventos como Trunk-or-Treat, el Mes del Patrimonio AAPI en la biblioteca y otros festivales locales, estos talentosos estudiantes continúan impresionando con su habilidad y dedicación.

¡Este evento especial cuenta con el generoso apoyo de los Amigos de la Biblioteca de Hayward! Es un evento GRATUITO y TODOS están invitados. Trae a tu familia y amigos para disfrutar de un momento inolvidable. ¡Estamos ansiosos por estas increíbles presentaciones y emocionados de celebrar juntos con nuestra comunidad!

Al final del espectáculo, ¡se repartirán tradicioyannales SOBRES ROJOS a los niños!

¡Gong Hei Fat Choy!

Más detalles sobre el grupo de actuaciones y los bailes de tambores coreanos se encuentran al final de la página (después de las traducciones al español y al chino).

海沃公共圖書館的農曆新年慶祝已經成爲社區和圖書館最重大活動之一，每年吸引了本市和周邊地區幾百名民衆觀看和參與。去年的韓國大鼓是演出的高潮。好消息是他們今年又將獻演傳統擊鼓和舞蹈，鮮艷的傳統服裝和高超的水平，使這些初高中學生成爲灣區最受歡迎的演出隊伍！千萬不可錯過他們眼花繚亂的隊形變化和氣勢宏偉的咚咚戰鼓！

誰不喜歡舞獅呢？舞獅將第一次來到我們的圖書館！和孩子們的互動將是另一個高潮。隨之而來的是精彩的功夫表演。這將是熱鬧的、令人難忘的時刻，和圖書館一起，呼朋引伴，慶祝多元文化和蛇年的到來吧！

對所有人免費。歡迎各種族和全家參與。

穿上你的傳統服裝，一起來和圖書館蛇年特別裝飾，以及漂亮的演員們來拍照片吧！（旁邊就是免費停車樓，早點來哦）

韓國鼓詳情參見頁尾。

'Hansamo
Hansamo is a non-profit organization where Korean American middle and high school students and their parents in the Bay Area come together to celebrate Korean language and traditions. We promote cultural understanding and enrich our community through performances.

Pangut
Pangut, also known as Pungmul Nori, is a Korean folk music tradition used to bring joy and excitement to festivals and celebrations. It incorporates four main percussion instruments: 꽹과리 (Kkwaenggwari), 장구 (Janggu), 북 (Buk), and 징 (Jing), along with one wind instrument, the 태평소 (Taepyungso).
The term "Pan" refers to a gathering place, while "Gut" signifies coming together joyfully for unity and good fortune. Essentially, Pangut is a vibrant performance where a multitude of people unite, enjoying themselves while wishing for good luck.
 

Samgomu
Samgomu, which directly translates to "three drums," is a traditional Korean drum dance featuring intricate movements that blend percussion and dance. Performers play three drums mounted on stands, creating a mesmerizing display of synchronized rhythms and elegant choreography. Samgomu is often showcased at cultural events to highlight Korea's rich heritage and artistic traditions.
 

Nanta
Nanta is a dynamic Korean-style drumming performance that dramatizes the rhythms of Samulnori, utilizing a large traditional Korean barrel drum called Buk. The powerful sound of the Buk, resembling a heartbeat, combined with our energetic performances, effectively demonstrates our Korean-American heritage and spirit."