Chinese New Year of the Ox

Ingrid Carlson, 11, is one of the dancers featured in an event to celebrate the Chinese New Year of the Ox, 1-3:30 p.m. Saturday, at Gardnerville Elementary School, 1290 Toler Ave., Gardnerville. Traditional Chinese music and dance will be performed by Sonia Carlson and the Chinese Cultural Group. Activities include Chinese calligraphy, origami, games, art and crafts and a New Year parade with Chinese lions. Chinese snacks will be served. Cost is $8 for ages 5 and older, $7 for seniors and free for children younger than 4 years. Register at Douglas County Parks & Recreation, 782-9828.