Lion Reborn Art Exhibit: Joshua Sin & Lark Pien
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland
Week of Events
Lion Reborn Art Exhibit: Joshua Sin & Lark Pien
Lion Reborn invites you to explore the rich history of one of China’s most beloved traditions: the lion dance. From August 25 – November 1, immerse yourself in the work of local artists Joshua Sin and Lark Pien as you wander the paths of Lan Su. Come get inspired and see how these traditions endure today!
Sunday, September 13, 2026
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September 13, 2026 –Tai Chi Fundamentals
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September 13, 2026 –Garden Tea Tastings (11:30 AM)
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September 13, 2026 –Garden Tea Tastings (1:00 PM)
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September 13, 2026 –Feeding Ghosts: A Reading & Conversation with Tessa Hulls
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September 13, 2026 –Chinese Conversation Corner
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September 13, 2026 –Chinese Song Sing Along
Tai Chi Fundamentals
Get moving with a beginner Tai Chi class by Many Roads Martial Arts Center on Sundays. 10:30 – 11:30 AM | Sundays, May 3 – October 25, 2026 Many Roads Martial Arts Center is offering an introductory Tai Chi class at Lan Su on Sundays at 10:30AM. This class will introduce the fundamental principles of Tai Chi […]
Garden Tea Tastings (11:30 AM)
Take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting series led by Tea Masters of Yun Shui Teahouse. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and take home a porcelain teacup.
Garden Tea Tastings (1:00 PM)
Take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting series led by Tea Masters of Yun Shui Teahouse. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and take home a porcelain teacup.
Feeding Ghosts: A Reading & Conversation with Tessa Hulls
Pulitzer Prize-winning author and artist, Tessa Hulls, creator of the acclaimed graphic memoir, Feeding Ghosts, will share selected readings and images, followed by a conversation exploring her creative process and the stories behind the book.
Chinese Conversation Corner
Brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of native speakers from Oregon Chinese Coalition. 2–4 PM | Sundays, May 3 – September 27, 2026 Practice your Mandarin skills with volunteers from the Oregon Chinese Coalition! Learn useful phrases and words in Mandarin and brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of […]
Chinese Song Sing Along
Sing, play, and explore Chinese music with Alan in an enjoyable and accessible session on Sundays. 3:00 – 4:00 AM | Sundays, May 10 – September 27, 2026 Join Alan for an enjoyable and accessible Chinese music experience! If you love music and are eager to try something new, you are warmly invited to learn […]
Monday, September 14, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
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September 15, 2026 –Koi Tales & Feeding Time
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September 15, 2026 –Calligraphy Demo
Koi Tales & Feeding Time
Gather by the Lake Zither with Lan Su gardeners for a brief koi feeding and Q&A experience. Learn about the garden’s colorful fish resident, their care, and the stories and symbolism they carry in Chinese garden culture.
Calligraphy Demo
Enjoy expert demonstrations and gain insights into the beauty and history of calligraphy. 12 – 2 PM | Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 28 – September 29, 2026 Experience the harmony of calligraphy and […]
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
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September 17, 2026 –Calligraphy Demo
Calligraphy Demo
Enjoy expert demonstrations and gain insights into the beauty and history of calligraphy. 12 – 2 PM | Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 28 – September 29, 2026 Experience the harmony of calligraphy and […]
Friday, September 18, 2026
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September 18, 2026 –Wild Goose Qigong
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September 18, 2026 –Garden Tea Tastings (11:30 AM)
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September 18, 2026 –Music in The Garden
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September 18, 2026 –Garden Tea Tastings (1:00 PM)
Wild Goose Qigong
Join Wen Wu School Portland for weekly Wild Goose Qigong practice, including tai chi warm-ups, acupressure self-massage, and walking meditation. 11 AM – Noon |Fridays, May 1 – October 30, […]
Garden Tea Tastings (11:30 AM)
Take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting series led by Tea Masters of Yun Shui Teahouse. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and take home a porcelain teacup.
Music in The Garden
Enjoy the gentle sounds of live Chinese music on traditional instruments such as erhu, ruan qin, and pipa. Noon – 3 PM | Fridays, April 24 – September 25, 2026 […]
Garden Tea Tastings (1:00 PM)
Take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting series led by Tea Masters of Yun Shui Teahouse. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and take home a porcelain teacup.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
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September 19, 2026 –Koi Tales & Feeding Time
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September 19, 2026 –Tour + Pour (Ticketed Experience)
Koi Tales & Feeding Time
Gather by the Lake Zither with Lan Su gardeners for a brief koi feeding and Q&A experience. Learn about the garden’s colorful fish resident, their care, and the stories and symbolism they carry in Chinese garden culture.
Tour + Pour (Ticketed Experience)
Series Overview New to Chinese tea? Tour + Pour offers a welcoming introduction to two timeless Chinese traditions: garden appreciation and tea. Begin with a guided highlights tour exploring the […]
