On Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3, 2026, AYLUS members volunteered at the St. Louis Chinese Culture Days, a two-day cultural event at the Missouri Botanical Garden. The event runs from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day and features many wonderful cultural activities, including the opening ceremony, dragon boat display, Chinese marketplace, arts and crafts, cooking demonstrations, performances, and docent activities in the Chinese Garden.
Our members supported the event in several important volunteer roles, including volunteer check-in, wheelchair assistance, Zero Waste Ambassador support, and Kemper Cooking Demo assistance. These roles help keep the event organized, welcoming, accessible, and environmentally friendly.
Volunteer Assignments
Sophia Yuan – Zero Waste Ambassador – 2.5 hours
Saturday: 12:30–3:00 p.m.
Zero Waste Ambassadors report to Tent A on the Event Center Terrace after signing in and help support recycling/compost/landfill stations.
Joanna Yuan – Volunteer Check-In – 5.75 hours
Saturday: 8:30 a.m.–2:15 p.m.
Volunteer Check-In volunteers help other volunteers sign in, direct them to their assigned locations, and assist with visitor questions.
Ryan Wu – Kemper Cooking Demo – Total 11.5 hours in two days
Saturday: 8:30 a.m.–2:15 p.m. – 5.75 hours
Sunday: 8:30 a.m.–2:15 p.m. – 5.75 hours
Kemper Cooking Demo volunteers help monitor crowds, assist visitors in finding seats, track attendance, keep doorways clear, and answer guest questions.
Thank you to Sophia, Joanna, and Ryan for representing AYLUS and supporting this meaningful community cultural event!
