CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION

Don't miss the Golden Dragon parade this weekend. The Chinese New Year is upon us and the New Year Festival in Chinatown is gearing up for the annual celebration. The Golden Dragon Parade kicks off a two day festival including food, music, dancing, games and a car show. The highlight and main event is the Dragon which requires 25 men to maneuver it.

Its the Year of the Ox symbolizing prosperity through determination and hard work. So lets get to steppin' and start working hard at having some fun along with all those long hours at the office. Take the kids on a real cultural adventure.

"You cannot plough a field by turning it over in your mind." ~Author Unknown

Tips: You will find parking if you get there early, downtown parking is a bear. Parking will cost anywhere from $8 to $20 bucks. If you are willing to walk a bit you will save some money. To add to the adventure, leave your car behind. If you are anywhere near a Metro Link Station (most of us will have to drive to one), take the train to Union Station downtown Los Angeles, its just a few blocks from Chinatown. You can also take the subway if you are near an MTA transit stop. See More.