Chinatown Winter Solstice: Lantern Making

We’re working with the team at to get you ready for winter solstice! Carolina and Allison will be guiding you through a workshop on how to make your own custom paper lantern via freehand collage!

WHEN: Saturday, November 30 2024, 1:00PM to 4:00PM

WHERE: Chinatown Plaza Mall - 106 Keefer Street

Allison (she/they) is a community-engaged artist and facilitator based in "Vancouver", swirling art, design, and conversation into experiences that help us grow together in our shared and unique desires. Through her social practice she offers workshops that spark creativity and foster heartfelt connections around topics like belonging, grief and care. Whether through murals, collaborative projects, or workshops, Allison is passionate about using art to inspire meaningful dialogue and self-expression.

Carolina Perez (she/her) is a mixed media artist and graphic designer passionate about exploring creativity and the essence of creation through a lens of joy. With a commitment to brightening people’s days, her work engages viewers and sparks a sense of delight. Drawing inspiration from her bilingual background, Carolina captures the vibrancy of life, weaving humor and happiness into each piece. Through innovative techniques and playful themes, she invites audiences to experience the world in new and joyful ways.
Allison and Carolina are members of , a gang of comic-loving nerds making art together and sharing hopes, encouragement, and resources. Rooted in creativity and community, they create on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, with deep gratitude for the land they call home.

Also available during the event we will also be bringing back an expanded selection from William’s Library at the event with newly updated items. Peruse through the unique items available and find something special to take home. We encourage monetary donations (optional) to William’s Library, with all proceeds going to Yarrow Society and their intergenerational work with the Chinatown senior community.

Event Amenities:

Snacks and beverages will be provided, courtesy of Chinatown Together throughout the event.

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

T hings to bring:

- W ater to stay hydrated

- A bag if you plan to take home items 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!

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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.

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.

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

Host or Publisher Chinatown Together