Lunar New Year 2020 Lucky Rat Papier-Mâché Sculpting

Join us at New Cottage Arts (655 S. Federal Blvd.) on Saturday, Jan. 25, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. to commemorate the first of all zodiac animals.

According to ancient myth, the Jade Emperor said the order of the zodiac animals would be decided on who arrived first to his New Year's party. The rat hitched a ride on the ox, and right before reaching the finish-line, hopped off, and won the prize!

Everyone in the community is invited to come and partake in the making of festive and whimsical, papier-mâché, "clever" rat sculptures. Come learn all about the process of papier-mâché, as well as the symbolism and character of this special Chinese zodiac animal. Westwood-based artists Mari Munet and Cal Duran will be leading the process, and everyone (elders and youth alike) is invited to put their finishing touches on the sculptures.

Please call (720) 335-5345 or email info@newcottagearts.org to RSVP; walk-ins are welcome dependent on seating and material availability.

This project is funded in part by a P.S. You Are Here grant.