In our own back yard

Went to the Binghamton Civic Association Chinese dinner as part of First Friday festivities in Binghamton. To our surprise and delight we were entertained and educated by students and staff from Binghanton University's Confucius Institute of Chinese Opera. The tradition and beauty of this cultural art form is being faithfully performed and shared with the community in all its detail, history, and rigor. The costumes were breath-taking, the performances were intricate and genuine, and the performers were wonderfully approachable and humble. We look forward to the dinner and performances next month when the BCA celebrates community members from India.