On Tuesday, February 13th, China Institute hosted its annual Chinese New Year Gala at the Pierre Hotel to welcome the Year of the Dog. The evening was filled with a range of rich, festive cultural performances, including a traditional Chinese Lion Dance performed by the New York Hung Sing Kwoon Kung Fu and Lion Dance Club, and an acrobatic performance byMaster Yang Xiao Di. Adding a modern flair to the evening, Brooklyn-basedDJ HARUKA Salt played beats for the Gala attendees. Another highlight was the presentation of a Proclamation issued by Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer proclaiming February 13, 2018 China Institute Lunar New Year Day…