Logan Seniors Celebrate 16th Lunar New Year

Birch Creek Assisted Living Center hosts vibrant community event with music, dance and intergenerational connections.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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On February 17, 2026, 42 senior residents at Birch Creek Assisted Living Center in Smithfield, Utah celebrated the Lunar New Year with a lively community event. Local Chinese American friends, family, and neighbors joined the seniors for an evening filled with cultural performances, delicious food, and intergenerational bonding.

Why it matters

This annual celebration brings together people of all ages and backgrounds to honor Chinese traditions and foster a sense of community. In a world that can sometimes feel divided, events like this are a reminder of the power of cultural exchange and shared humanity.

The details

The event featured a variety of talented performances, including Tai Chi, love songs, classical music, Chinese Zumba, Flower Drum dances, and a Hakka rap. Dancers from the local Latino community invited the audience to join in the fun, while students from the Logan High School Asian Student Association provided support throughout the evening. Generous sponsors ensured a delicious catered buffet and special anniversary cake for the mayor and his wife.

  • The Lunar New Year celebration took place on February 17, 2026.
  • It was the 16th annual event of its kind.

The players

Birch Creek Assisted Living Center

A senior living facility in Smithfield, Utah that hosted the Lunar New Year celebration.

Ting Feng

The organizer of the event, who shared words of gratitude and reflected on the importance of cultural harmony.

Mark Anderson

The new mayor of Logan City, who attended the celebration and joined in the festivities.

Logan High School Asian Student Association

A student group that provided support and fundraising for the event, including making handmade Goji soaps.

Deo's Latino Team

A local dance group that performed and invited the audience to join in the fun.

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What they’re saying

“When different traditions meet with kindness and curiosity, understanding grows and communities flourish.”

— Ting Feng, Event Organizer

The takeaway

This Lunar New Year celebration demonstrated the power of cultural exchange and intergenerational connection. By bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds, the event fostered a sense of community, respect, and shared humanity that serves as an inspiring model for other communities.