Many Moons Festival 2006

"Truly enjoyed it. I hope Towson can continue doing it and bringing such high quality performances.”

Photos: Ron Shieh, Kanji Takeno, Luan Ngo

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In celebration of the Asian Arts & Culture Center’s 35^th Anniversary, the Many Moons Festival 2006 was held on September 30, 2006. Close to 2,000 people participated in the Festival, who came from all over Maryland and as far as Virginia and Pennsylvania. This was the third Many Moons Festival presented by the Asian Arts & Culture Center and was the largest in scope and attendance. The audience’s response has been overwhelmingly positive with visitors looking forward to the next festival! (See examples of comments below.)

Our most heart-felt thanks go to the many volunteers who helped make this event a monumental success and the generous support from our proud Sponsors:

• McCormick & Co., Inc.

• T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. Foundation

• The Macht Philanthropic Fund

• The Chinese Language School of Baltimore

• Towson University (TU) Foundation

• TU Office of Student Activities

• TU office of International Programs

• TU Office of Diversity Resources

• TU Multicultural Institute

 This program has been made possible by the grant funds from:

• The Maryland State Arts Council

• The Baltimore Community Foundation

• The Baltimore County Commission on Arts & Sciences.

 Visitors’ Comments: 

“….congratulations on the successful and impressive Many Moons Festival. It was the best one yet! I was there the entire day and enjoyed everything I attended. Too bad I couldn’t see EVERTYHING there was…there was so much going one…and I didn’t even stop to have a snack! ….Your programs are always interesting and of the highest quality, among my favorite in the entire college. The gallery always has beautiful exhibits too. BRAVO!” ---Music faculty

 “I thought the Festival was terrific….It was a great crowd, all the children were engaged and I just wished I could have attended more of the presentations. Congratulations!!”

 “KUDOS! To all involved. …..What an awesome (and visibly successful) event!”  

 “What a great educational opportunity!”

 “It will grow and grow…what a valuable experience.”

 “Performances were the real thing. Closest to visiting the country. It’s a privilege to have Towson University in our midst.”

 “Best yet. Keep it up!”

 “Wonderful opportunity to introduce Asian culture to our children.”

  “Whole affair was very well planned and executed. The performers, organizers, and staff should be congratulated.”

 “Very organized – amazing! Fantastic variety. Thoroughly enjoyed it!!”

 “My 7 year old was totally engaged for over 3 hours. Didn’t want to stop to eat anything!”

 “It’s amazing to see SO many children—all glued to the craft tables…”

 “Worth the trip from PA!”

 “The building was very functional and comfortable”

“I’m a teacher, and I think this was such a wonderful opportunity to learn in an enjoyable way.”

“As far as I’m concerned, there isn’t any other Asian program in the Baltimore area that gives me and my family a chance to share in our heritage and culture.”

“Innovative and exciting!”

“Very hands-on with lots of variety”

“Saved me a trip to Asia! Best way to spend a day.”

“Extravagant performances, accessible, informative, high quality. Caught everybody immediately”

 “All dancers are beautiful and very professional.”

“The photo exhibit was wonderful! Amazing photos! I’m itching to travel again.”

“Loved the koto music and seeing the musical instruments. Also had a blast trying out the taiko drums.”

“I saw things I’ve never seen before….Creative and eye-opening”

“Very ENTERTAINING!!! Very Diversified!!!”