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Lunar New Year Celebration At Armature Works

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Author Roxanne Wilder

Do you celebrate the Lunar New Year? This year you can at Armature Works.

Get ready for the big celebration on February 24 at 1910 N Ola Avenue in Tampa Heights. Armature Works will be a hub of activity as we welcome in the Lunar New Year.

Armature Works showcases great restaurants and incredible food samplings, along with all kinds of entertainment. The Tampa Heights Lunar New Year celebration will bring together the Asian-themed restaurants including Zukku Sushi, Ling’s Dumplings, and Han Hand Roll Bar. Foodies will be all over this event, as they’ll be getting a sneak preview of two hot restaurants that will be opening in 2024, Ling’s Dumplings and Han Han Roll Bar.

The food and drinks will be out of this world, and there will be one-of-a-kind entertainment that kicks off at noon on the 24th. Enjoy the dragon and lion dances and take in the Taiko Drum performers on the South Lawn of Armature Works.

And what’s a big event without prizes? Oh, there will be prizes. Be on the lookout for the Red (lucky) envelopes being handed out by Zukku, Ling’s and Han Han Roll Bar. The Red Envelopes contain gift cards, coupons, and food specials.

2024 marks the year of the Wood Dragon. Wood is the element; dragon is the animal. The Chinese zodiac has 12 animal signs. Unlike the astrology you may be familiar with, the Chinese zodiac does not correspond with months, but rather years. The animals/signs are as follows: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig.

Embrace the Unconventional with These 5 Non-Cliché Resolutions

‘Tis the season when many of us craft our New Year’s resolutions, including aspirations such as adopting healthier habits, reducing social media consumption, abstaining from alcohol, and embracing more home-cooked meals. While these goals are admirable, the recurring nature of such resolutions and the common struggle to stick to them is a familiar tale. Whether one opts for one resolution or a collection of them, why not inject a dose of originality by steering clear of clichés?

Why do some people have New Year’s resolutions?

The advent of the New Year presents a blank canvas. It’s an opportunity to rectify past missteps. New Year’s resolutions embody the optimism that the upcoming year will be brighter, symbolizing a departure from the past. Dennis Buttimer, M.Ed., CEAP, RYT, a facilitator at Thomas F. Chapman Family Cancer Wellness at Piedmont, shared his take on the motivation behind making these resolutions. He stated, “I think most people desire a second chance to enhance the quality of their lives,” as shared on Piedmont.org. He mentioned that we are employing a concept known as “self-efficacy.” This concept entails that, by setting a goal and actively pursuing it, we gain a sense of control over the events unfolding in our lives.

How some say New Year’s resolutions started.

While the tradition of formulating New Year’s resolutions has been around for quite some time, it has evolved. According to the History Channel, the ancient Babylonians, credited with pioneering this practice some 4,000 years ago, observed a different commencement of the year in mid-March, coinciding with the planting of crops. Their 12-day religious festival, Akitu, involved the coronation of a new king or the reaffirmation of loyalty to the reigning one. Interestingly, the Babylonians made pledges to the gods, promising to settle debts and return borrowed items. Fulfilling these commitments was believed to garner favor from the pagan deities for the ensuing year.

Back to the present day: if you want to embrace the tradition of New Year’s Resolutions but want to steer clear of the usual ones that people typically lean towards, check out our compilation of non-cliché New Year’s resolutions below.

  • Monthly Foodie Fun

    Spice up your palate by trying a new food each month. Whether it’s exotic fruits, international cuisines, or local foods. This resolution will take your taste buds on an adventure.

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  • Gratitude in Writing

    Sending handwritten letters to say thank you is a great way to add a personal touch to your New Year. It’s a chance to swap out emails and texts and give someone something tangible. A tangible note carries a special warmth that words on a screen can’t replicate.

    Student hand writing letter at home in the night

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  • Digital Detox Night

    Unplug and unwind by turning off your phone for one night every week. Enjoy some screen-free time and soak in the real world. It’s a resolution you can treat like a mini digital vacation.

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  • Silent Travels

    Travel somewhere special and savor the experience without the pressure to post. Take a trip without turning it into a social media spectacle. Keep it on the down-low, soak in the adventure, and let your experiences be yours alone. No hashtags needed.

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  • Celebrate Yourself

    Instead of fixating on future goals, try crafting a reverse bucket list. Jot down and cheer for all the quirky and unexpected things you’ve already accomplished. It’s like a highlight reel of your incredible moments.

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Roxanne is a co-host on the MJ Morning Show and host of Middays on Q105 in Tampa Bay. She also hosts segments on The Current, which features local feel-good stories and health and wellness segments, and airs on five of the six Tampa-based Beasley Media Group stations. Roxanne has conducted hundreds of interviews, from athletes to Oscar winners, including Matt Damon, Christian Bale, and Chadwick Boseman. She also specializes in media training, having worked with clients in the NFL, NBA and WWE for television, in print, and online. Roxanne is a published author and will be releasing a thriller novel in 2024. Her favorite thing in the world is being with her two daughters and husband. As a content creator for Q105, Roxanne writes about family activities in the Tampa Bay area, as well as reviews for local restaurants and travel.

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