{"id":4902,"date":"2025-10-04T08:21:26","date_gmt":"2025-10-04T13:21:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/atpcweb.org\/gma\/tcml\/?p=4902"},"modified":"2025-11-29T11:40:20","modified_gmt":"2025-11-29T17:40:20","slug":"tcml-gma-showcases-taiwanese-culture-at-aaccs-25th-annual-mid-autumn-festival-celebration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/atpcweb.org\/gma\/tcml\/2025\/10\/04\/tcml-gma-showcases-taiwanese-culture-at-aaccs-25th-annual-mid-autumn-festival-celebration\/","title":{"rendered":"TCML\u2013GMA Showcases Taiwanese Culture at AACC\u2019s 25th Annual Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"4902\" class=\"elementor elementor-4902\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-252bef0 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"252bef0\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-74198ed\" data-id=\"74198ed\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-78bb7db elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"78bb7db\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.11.1 - 15-02-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#818a91;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#818a91;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p>Austin, Texas \u2014 The Goodnews Mandarin Academy \u2013 Taiwan Center for Mandarin Learning (TCML\u2013GMA) was recently invited to participate in the 25th Annual Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration and New Building Groundbreaking Ceremony hosted by the Asian American Culture Center (AACC).<br \/>At the event, TCML\u2013GMA not only promoted its adult Mandarin language programs but also captivated attendees with an engaging presentation of Taiwanese folk culture.<\/p><p>At the TCML\u2013GMA booth, visitors explored the latest Mandarin course information and learning materials, while the Taiwan Traditional Culture Display Zone drew particular attention. The exhibit featured intricate glove puppets, playful dough figurines, and a sky lantern DIY experience, filling the venue with festive excitement.<br \/>Among the highlights, the Monkey King (Sun Wukong) puppet\u2014complete with a cleverly engineered golden staff\u2014sparked delight and admiration, introducing guests to the creativity and craftsmanship of Taiwan\u2019s traditional performing arts.<\/p><p>Another crowd favorite was the \u201cFormosan Black Bear with Bubble Tea\u201d dough figurine keychain, which instantly became a popular attraction. This charming \u201cTaste of Taiwan in the palm of your hand\u201d offered both a cultural keepsake and a hands-on learning opportunity.<br \/>Under the guidance of Teacher Hsiao-Ting Chen, a recent graduate of the 2025 Overseas Taiwanese Folk Culture Seed Teacher Training Program, participants of all ages created their own Taiwan Black Bear dough figurine keychains in just 20 minutes\u2014experiencing firsthand the artistry of Taiwanese folk crafts.<\/p><p>The festival was a vibrant celebration of multicultural unity, featuring traditional dance performances representing India, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, China, and Hawaii, along with a wide array of Mid-Autumn mooncakes and Chinese snacks that immersed visitors in the joyful holiday spirit.<\/p><p>Many attendees expressed strong interest in TCML\u2013GMA\u2019s adult Mandarin courses. Aaron Cano, a TCML student and volunteer, enthusiastically introduced the curriculum and encouraged visitors to enroll\u2014helping spread enthusiasm for Mandarin learning throughout the community.<\/p><p>Director Chien-Hui Ma of TCML\u2013GMA extended heartfelt thanks to Amy Wong, founder of the Asian American Culture Center, for her gracious invitation and continued support.<br \/>The event\u2019s success was made possible through the dedication of many volunteers, including Aaron Cano (Class 302), Teacher Ying-Yu Lee and family, Teacher Hsiao-Ting Chen and family, and former principal Chia-Wen Hsu. 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