Relive the Magic of Storytime

We are thrilled to announce that the 2026 National Chinese Poetry Recitation Contest is officially open for registration! Children and teens ages 3–18 from across the U.S. are invited to celebrate the beauty of Chinese language and culture through spoken word.

Charlotte Chinese Story Time is proud to announce that our organization has been awarded the 2025 Best Cultural Leadership Award by the Carolinas Asian-American Chamber of Commerce (CAACC). The award was presented during the annual Best Asian Business Awards Gala held on November 6, 2025, at The Casey by Beau Monde in Charlotte.

Charlotte Chinese Story Time had the joy of returning to the 5th Annual Taste of China Festival at Downtown Cary Park. This was our second year participating in this wonderful statewide celebration—and it felt just as exciting and heartwarming as the first time.

On October 4, Charlotte Chinese Story Time hosted the fourth session of its Chinese Traditional Art Workshop for Children — Cloisonné (Jingtai Lan) — at the Pineville Library. The event was a joyful blend of culture, creativity, and community, introducing families to one of China’s most intricate and beautiful traditional crafts.

On October 4, 2025, Charlotte Chinese Story Time hosted its annual Mid-Autumn Festival Cultural Fair at the Pineville Library Community Room, welcoming over 103 families — more than 300 participants in total — throughout the afternoon between 1:30 PM and 3:30 PM.

On September 27, Charlotte Chinese Story Time hosted another inspiring session of the Chinese Traditional Art Workshop for Children — a Foam Block Printing Workshop held at the Pineville Library, led by Founder Ms. Jenny Zhan and Board Member Ms. Meiyi Lin. The workshop offered families a hands-on journey through the fascinating history and evolution of Chinese printing arts.

On September 20, Charlotte Chinese Story Time hosted a lively Chinese Brush Painting Workshop for Children at Pineville Library — part of the ongoing Chinese Traditional Art Workshop for Children series supported by ASC Culture Blocks.

On September 13, 2025, Charlotte Chinese Story Time hosted a memorable cultural workshop at the Pineville Library Community Room, introducing families to the beauty of Chinese ink diffusion painting. The event drew a full house of eager participants, including children, parents, and volunteers, all ready to explore this unique art form.

Charlotte Chinese Story Time invites you to join us for a Mid-Autumn Festival Cultural Fair — an afternoon filled with fun, tradition, and hands-on activities for the whole family. Whether you are discovering this festival for the first time or continuing a beloved tradition, our event promises a warm, welcoming atmosphere where everyone can connect, create, and celebrate together.

Children’s Lunar New Year Gala – Performer Recruitment Now Open!

On a radiant spring afternoon, the inaugural Chinese Recitation Contest Charlotte Cup was held at Fullwood Theater, welcoming over 200 young participants and their families from across North Carolina, New Jersey, Minnesota, Florida, and South Carolina. The event served as both a showcase and celebration of Chinese language and culture, offering a platform for students of diverse backgrounds to connect through spoken word and shared heritage.

Chinese New Year Story Time Poster Charlotte Chinese Storytime - Chinese New Year Theme Date: January 11th, 10:00 AM Location: 5801 Rea...

We welcomed the Chinese New Year with an unforgettable celebration at Charlotte Chinese Story Time! Families gathered to experience the sights, sounds, and stories of one of the most joyful and meaningful holidays in Chinese culture.

We’d like to continue to bring different cultures and languages to our community. We’d appreciate your support and help! Again, thank you so