To enrich the lives of visiting grandparents and elders in the Pearland community, the Pearland Chinese Association established the “Pearland Grandparents Choir.” Since its founding, the choir has received enthusiastic support from community members. Special thanks go to Ms. Pan for her dedicated musical guidance, and to PCA member Mr. Hui Li for generously opening his home as the rehearsal venue, allowing the choir to practice comfortably and consistently. Rehearsals have be

During the seminar, James drew from his personal academic and professional experiences in both countries. He highlighted cultural differences in values, education systems, school environments, career development, and interpersonal communication. At the same time, he emphasized that the U.S. and China also share many similarities, such as strong family values, the importance placed on education, and the pursuit of a better future. Students showed great interest in the topic an

On November 25, 2018, the Pearland Chinese Association successfully hosted the first Pearland Star Talent Show . The PCA board members worked diligently to organize the event, and community residents eagerly signed up to participate, creating an energetic and festive atmosphere. Professional judges from the Greater Houston area specializing in vocal performance, dance, and other arts were invited to evaluate the contestants fairly and professionally. After exciting performanc

On November 18, the Pearland Chinese Association successfully hosted its first Fall BBQ Picnic. The beautiful autumn weather drew many member families to the event, where everyone enjoyed delicious food, warm conversations, and a relaxing afternoon outdoors. A variety of barbecue dishes were prepared, filling the air with enticing aromas. While children played happily on the lawn, adults gathered to chat, connect, and strengthen community bonds. Adding a special touch to the

The Double Ninth Festival falls on the ninth day of the ninth month of the Chinese lunar calendar and is a traditional day to honor and show respect to the elderly. This year, the Double Ninth Festival is on October 17. On October 13, the Pearland Chinese Association hosted a special Double Ninth Festival gathering for visiting grandparents. The event was warm and lively, featuring a variety of activities including health education, interactive games, and festive gifts. Dr. N

On September 30, the Pearland Chinese Association successfully hosted a seminar titled “Sharing Parenting Experiences for Raising Outstanding Children.”  Three distinguished parents—Mrs. Xiaoling Liu, Dr. Hongyu Wang, and Mr. Zhiyong Jiang—were invited to share their insights on nurturing their children, who have excelled academically and personally. The event drew a full house of parents eager to learn and exchange parenting ideas. During the seminar, the speakers shared pra

Texas has a lot of land and space. Lots of people plant different things .  Pearland has many residents who enjoy doing this.  But, designing and maintaining a big yard requires a lot of work. Fall is a good time to clean up and improve the landscaping of your yard.   On September 9, Pearland Chinese Association invited Mr. Shaowen Fu to give a seminar on background landscaping.  The main purpose of this seminar is to show everybody some skills and practical ideas so they can

On August 5, 2023, the Pearland Chinese Association successfully hosted the first seminar titled “High School Seniors Share Their College Application Experiences.”  Several recent graduates who had just completed the college application process and received offers from their chosen universities were invited to speak. The event drew many local families, creating an engaging and supportive atmosphere. The seminar featured eight guest speakers, all of whom were graduating senior

Why a 5% decrease in your house value could ripe out 100% of the equity?  Can you put together a balance sheet and Income Statement just for your own family?  If there was a hen that lays golden eggs forever, how much should you pay for it?  Why do we need audit in the aftermath of Enron and the Financial Crisis of ’08?  These are just a few interesting questions from James Jiang in front of a roomful of curious audience, during the third of a series of grass-root seminars ho

Both new and old immigrants have at one time or another been puzzled by hospital bills when they received bills from hospital visits or medical treatment. They have unanswered questions, like what should be paid to whom, if the bill should be paid right away or can be ignored with the belief that their insurance plan will somehow take care of the charges. Conflicting information on these issues can make people feel perplexed and helpless. On the drizzly afternoon of June 17,

On May 18th, the Pearland Chinese Association successfully hosted an engaging Rose Care Seminar at the Sunrise Lake Clubhouse. Spring in Texas is fleeting, and many residents take the opportunity to beautify their homes with flowers and plants. Among them, the rose—known as the queen of flowers and the symbol of love—has countless admirers. However, roses can be challenging to grow because they are sensitive to heat, susceptible to pests, and require timely pruning. To help t

Easter is one of the most important holidays in the United States, second only to Christmas. It is a day to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Egg hunting is a key Easter activity, with colorful eggs hidden in the grass to symbolize rebirth and hope as children search for them. On April 1st, the Pearland Chinese Association, together with AYLUS Pearland, co-hosted a wonderful Easter Egg Hunt event for the children of Pearland. More than 200 local families participa

On February 18, 2018, Berry Miller Junior High in Pearland was filled with warmth and celebration on a cold winter day. The Pearland Chinese Association (PCA) successfully held its first Chinese New Year Gala, attended by hundreds of guests and volunteers. Distinguished attendees included Pearland Mayor Tom Reid, State Representative Ed Thompson, and Pearland Police Chief Johnny Spires. Over the past decade, Pearland—along with neighboring cities Alvin and Manvel—has seen rap