Chinese Center on Long Island

The first Day of Classes is Here!

If you haven't registered for classes yet be sure to register!

The First Day of the Young Public Speaker Workshop is this Saturday, September 14th!

IMPORTANT DATES

September 14th

First day of Young Public Speaker Workshop

September 21st

2024 Fall Festival at Kissena Corridor Park

September 15th

Autumn Festival at Eisenhower Park at 4pm

March 9th 2025

CCLI's 65th New Year Celebration Gala at Leonards's Palazzo

WHO WE ARE

The Chinese Center on Long Island is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization committed to providing programs to foster respect and appreciation of the culture and contributions made by the Chinese and Chinese Americans to the community at large.

OUR PROGRAMS

At the heart of the Chinese Center is our wide variety of programs available to the community. Click through the menu below to learn more about what we're currently offering!

Chinese Language

Using traditional and modern media, our classes teach reading, writing, and conversation in Mandarin and Cantonese. We offer classes for all ages, ranging from toddlers to adults!

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Traditional Dance

Our traditional dance classes are among the most popular at the Chinese Center, teaching students the elegance and beauty of this classic Chinese art.

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Lion Troupe

Our lion dance troupe meets on Sunday afternoons for intense but rewarding practice sessions, teaching students from age 5 and above the elements of our electrifying performances.

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Arts

We offer programming to teach students the basics of Chinese art practices as well as the opportunity to learn the GuZheng, the well-known classical Chinese zither (harp).

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CCLI Toastmasters

If you are interested in becoming a better public speaker for your career, increasing your comfort level as a speaker or just becoming a better speaker for yourself, join us as a member of the CCLI Toastmasters Club.

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Young Public Speakers

Communication is one of the most important skills for success. We offer a seminar-style workshop for children to learn principles of oral communication and speechwriting on Saturday mornings.

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Senior Club

Our Senior Club members range in age from the newly-retired to those who are 80+ years young. This kind, warm group is always looking for new members, and are often found helping both the CCLI and local communities.

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Mahjong Club

Mahjong, a popular 19th-century Chinese tile game, is played every Wednesday at the Chinese Center. Come meet new friends and learn (or enjoy) this classic game!

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Table Tennis

China has dominated the world stage in Table Tennis over the last 50 years. If you'd like to learn, hone your skills, or simply exercise, there's a place for you at CCLI table tennis meetings!

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