In the Chinese zodiac, the Year of the Tiger begins Feb. 1, and on the 60-year cycle it is the first Year of the Water Tiger since 1962. It should be a year of gaining back strength after a tiring Year of the Ox. Here are a few ways to celebrate around town, and the Chronicle offers a selection of Year of the Tiger merchandise designed by Rollo Banks in the online store.
This article appears in August 20 • 2021.
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