Cantonese Club meets once per month at a local restaurant in Chittenden County. We occasionally celebrate lunar holidays at peoples' homes. You should have some prior knowledge of Cantonese language and culture before joining.
粵語學會每月於奇滕登縣(Chittenden County) 的餐廳舉行一次聚會，亦會偶爾於家中慶祝農曆節日。有意參加的人士，應具備對粵語及粵文化的基本認識。
Our purpose is to foster cultural resilience and strengthen the Cantonese diasporic community in rural Vermont through fellowship, community-based learning, and support for local BIPOC-owned restaurants. Established in December 2022, the club has grown to over 20 members, meeting monthly at restaurants in the Chittenden County area for Cantonese conversation practice. The club's growth is driven by the necessity to preserve our minority language and culture. Our membership comprises multi-generational Cantonese families who are committed to creating a strong sense of community, affinity, and sustainable traditions.
Beyond language revival, the club exists to promote bottom-up decision-making and provide educational resources that are not readily available within the predominantly white and monolingual Vermont community. By focusing on member-led education like re/upskilling, professional development, home and garden, and international issues, we strive to build a supportive network that celebrates and maintains our unique cultural heritage while contributing to the diverse fabric of Vermont society.
Cantonese Club is sponsored by New England Grassroots Environment Fund.
