Bklink: Lunar New Year, Sunset Park Edition

"Chinese New Year 2008, the year of the Rat officially begins on February 7th, but since it's a work day the real fun will be three days later" on Eighth Avenue in Sunset Park where thousands watch the celebration. "The Brooklyn Chinese American Association that sponsors the annual Chinese New Year's Celebrations on 8th Avenue have set the date for this year's parade on Sunday February 10. The ceremonies are slated to begin at 11 Am and last about three hours. Expect to see very major politician and local celebrity at the ceremonies in front of the BCAA headquarters at 51st street and 8th Avenue."--Sunset Park Blog