Sharing Culture, Connecting Communities.

We warmly welcome invitations for our program to participate in cultural events, providing our teachers with meaningful opportunities to engage, share, and promote Mandarin language and culture.

Cultural Events & Outreach

At BGEMS, we are eager to engage with local communities through cultural events. By participating, we aim to promote Mandarin learning, showcase the talents of our teachers, and invite more people to learn about our program and its mission.

Activities We’re Excited to Join

Cultural Festivals

School International Days

Language Conferences

Community Cultural Activities

Arts and Performance Shows

Educational Fairs

What We Hope to Achieve

· Promote Mandarin language and Chinese culture in local communities

· Introduce our program to schools, parents, and cultural organizations

· Provide professional development opportunities for our teachers

· Explore potential partnerships and collaborations

· Inspire more people to understand and value cross-cultural learning

Featured Activities

Calligraphy
Mask Painting
Tea Ceremony
Chinese Knotting
Lantern Painting
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Fan Painting
Hacky Sack
Pitch-pot
Table Tennis
Chopsticks
Paper Cutting
Lacquer Fan
Traditional Costume
Paper Folding
Board Game
Face Painting
Chinese Instruments
Dragon Boat
Chinese Zodiac
Chinese Art Exhibition

... ... and more!

Chinese Cuisine

Past Events

2023 International Festival

The 2023 International Festival took place in Bowling Green, Kentucky on September 30. BGEMS not only sponsored the event but also participated as one of its largest exhibitors, presenting a themed area focused on traditional Chinese culture. The exhibit featured over 10 interactive activities, including calligraphy, face painting, and watercolor art, and offered visitors traditional Chinese dishes such as dumplings and noodles.

New Orleans New Year Show

As Chinese New Year approached, BGEMS teachers in New Orleans organized a festive celebration featuring performances and cultural activities. A student-created poster exhibition highlighted aspects of Chinese culture through vivid images and text. Well received by the principal, the event not only showcased the charm of Chinese culture but also provided students with a meaningful opportunity to explore and experience it firsthand.

2023 KWLA Annual Conference

On September 29–30, 2023, the International Language Association Annual Conference was held in Lexington, Kentucky, where BGEMS participated as both a sponsor and exhibitor. BGEMS set up a Chinese culture booth showcasing traditional activities such as paper cutting, tea art, and calligraphy. During the conference, BGEMS teacher Ms. Zhuang Yan was honored with the Outstanding Mandarin Teacher Award by the Kentucky Chinese Teachers Association.

2024 Mandarin Language Exhibition

After months of preparation, BGEMS hosted its first Mandarin Language and Culture Exhibition on May 11, 2024, in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The event featured a Language and Culture Competition and a Cultural Experience Exhibition. Despite the summer heat, participants showed great enthusiasm, with K–12 schools from 18 U.S. regions competing in five categories: singing, dancing, music/arts, recitation, and short videos.

Asion Night Market

BGEMS was invited to join the Asian Culture Night in Louisville, Kentucky. Teachers presented cultural activities such as calligraphy, paper cutting, face painting, and lacquer fan painting—an item of intangible cultural heritage. These hands-on experiences drew many local residents and students, offering a glimpse into the charm of Chinese culture. The event was lively and warmly received.

2025 Mandarin Language Exhibition

After months of preparation, the 2nd “Mandarin Language Exhibition” hosted by BG Educational Management Solutions was held on March 22, 2025, at the Holiday Inn Conference Center in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The event welcomed over 100 participants from 15 K–12 schools across the U.S., featuring four categories: Singing, Recitation/Speech, Talent Show (dance, music, painting, etc.), and Short Video.