by Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association (CCBA)
Photo: nychineseschool.org
Run by Chinatown's historic benevolent association, this long-established community school teaches Chinese language and culture to children, with students also performing at community celebrations like the Lunar New Year festivities.
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Ages 5–17.
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62 Mott Street, 10013, in Chinatown, Manhattan.
Yes. New York Chinese School is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Registration is handled by Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association (CCBA): nychineseschool.org.
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