Charlotte Chinese Story Time Selected as a 2026 Culture Blocks Program Provider

Charlotte Chinese Story Time (CCST) is pleased to announce that we have been selected as a Culture Blocks program provider for 2026. Administered by the Arts & Science Council (ASC) in partnership with Mecklenburg County, the Culture Blocks program connects local communities with responsive, accessible, and meaningful arts, science, and cultural experiences close to where residents live.

All Culture Blocks programs are free and open to the public, made possible through the generous support of Mecklenburg County.We extend our sincere appreciation to ASC and to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community for their continued trust and support.

CCST’s 2026 Culture Blocks Programs

With this funding, Charlotte Chinese Story Time will continue its mission of bringing high-quality cultural education and family-centered arts engagement to the greater Charlotte community. In 2026, CCST will present a diverse lineup of programs, including:

• Children’s Lunar New Year Showcase

A joyful celebration welcoming the Year of the Horse, featuring children’s performances in music, dance, storytelling, and cultural arts.

• Chinese Recitation Coaching for Kids

A specialized coaching series designed to strengthen children’s Mandarin pronunciation, tone accuracy, expressive reading, and public speaking confidence.

• 2026 National Chinese Poetry Recitation Contest

A nationwide youth competition celebrating the richness of Chinese poetry, including coaching workshops, preliminary rounds, and a final competition hosted in Charlotte.

• Chinese Traditional Art Workshop Series

Hands-on cultural arts programs for children and families, introducing traditional practices such as martial arts movement (Kung Fu Fan, Baduanjin, Wuqinxi) and heritage crafts including ancient-style fragrance pendants and traditional hairpin flower art.

Looking Ahead

Charlotte Chinese Story Time is honored to partner once again with ASC and Mecklenburg County through the Culture Blocks initiative. We remain committed to strengthening cultural access, supporting multicultural education, and fostering a welcoming space for families to explore and appreciate Chinese arts and traditions.

Registration details, event schedules, and volunteer opportunities will be announced soon. We look forward to sharing these vibrant community programs with you in the coming year.