"Performers, vendors, and politicians of every stripe participated in the celebration. While artists painted kids' faces and children fished for prizes, District 11 congressional candidates Connie Chan and Scott Weiner stumped in Cantonese to win over votes."
"Chinese folk dancers in traditional red jackets and flowing blue trousers went through the paces, flashing red cotton peonies. Ignoring the dancers, women in traditional qi pao, form-fitting gowns going back to Manchuria, preened to look their best."
"Older attendees jammed vendor booths to get their Lunar New Year 'passport' card stamped for the chance to win a $10 voucher good at Ingleside businesses."
The Ingleside neighborhood hosted a Lunar New Year Celebration at Unity Plaza, drawing hundreds of attendees. The event featured diverse entertainment including face painting, prize fishing games, and traditional Chinese folk dancers in red jackets and blue trousers. Political candidates Connie Chan and Scott Weiner campaigned in Cantonese, while Mayor Daniel Lurie addressed the crowd. Vendors offered food and goods, with attendees collecting passport card stamps for chances to win vouchers redeemable at local businesses. Women wore traditional qi pao gowns, and performers rehearsed throughout the afternoon, maintaining high energy and engagement.
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