Chinese dragon dancing, re-open of Sunset Library part 1

This video was taken during the re-opening of the Sunset Library in San Francisco. This is part 1 out of 2 clips. The following is information on the meaning of the dancing of the Chinese dragon.

"On auspicious occasions, including Chinese New Year and the opening of shops and residences, festivities often include dancing with dragon puppets. These are "life sized" cloth-and-wood puppets manipulated by a team of people, supporting the dragon with poles. They perform choreographed moves to the accompaniment of drums and music."
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinese_dragon

If you have anymore information on this tradition, please put in the comments section or email me.

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