Gong Xi Fa Cai and Happy Year of the Rabbit to all our readers! The Chinese (Lunar) New Year is traditionally a time for family gatherings and well-wishing, coupled with lots of good food and laughter. May this be an auspicious start for the new year and new ventures ahead. Here’s a video of a not-so-traditional lion dance seen on the streets of Chinatown last year – a modern take on a traditional form:

And don’t forget that tomorrow (4 Feb) is Open House at all the NHB Museums, so make one of the museums on your visiting destinations this festive period.