Ringing in the Lunar New Year: Mystic Valley Elder Services Hosts Celebration at 630 Salem St.

Special to The Advocate

Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) held a Lunar New Year celebration at 630 Salem Street in Malden with over 60 residents in attendance.

Sweet Honey, a group of local performers, were the highlight of the event. They performed dance, Tai Chi and Tai Chi sword art, and music with singing and harmonica. The music included traditional Chinese songs as well as some American tunes like “Massachusetts.” The Sweet Honey group includes two residents from 630 Salem Street and two from other Malden Housing Authority locations. The MVES Nutrition Team catered a delicious meal of Chinese food. It was so popular, there was hardly any left at the end!

Mystic Valley Elder Services would like to recognize Terri Fitzgerald, MVES Resident Services Coordinator at 630 Salem Street, for her efforts to bring residents together and provide a welcoming, celebratory event. MVES also wishes to thank Malden Housing Authority for its ongoing support and partnership. Finally, from everyone at Mystic Valley Elder Services, 新年快乐, Happy New Year!