Happy Lunar New Year!

Gong Xi Fa Cai! Today marks the beginning of Lunar New Year, bringing in the Year of the Dog.

The Chinese calendar is a lunar-solar calendar that tracks the date by the position of the Sun and Moon. The years in the calendar are named for the Chinese zodiac, which features 12 different animals that rotate in 12-year cycles. Each animal represents a special trait or characteristic, and is assigned to specific years. This year is The Year of the Dog, which symbolizes loyalty, honesty, and dependability.

Want more information? Check out this website to learn more about the Chinese zodiac and Lunar New Year.