

was nothing like his communist indoctrination had led him to believe.

From one hardship to another, Cunxin demonstrated perseverance and an appetite for success that led him to be chosen as one of the first two people to leave Mao's China and go to American to dance on a special cultural exchange. Having known bitter poverty in his rural China home, ballet would be his family's best chance for a better future. At the age of eleven, Li Cunxin was one of the privileged few selected to serve in Chairman Mao's Cultural Revolution by studying at the Beijing Dance Academy. ORGANIZATION: Franklin Township Public LibraryĪCTIVITY: The library will display items from its historic collections and show the film "Farming in the Millstone Valley.The young reader edition of the international bestseller now a major motion picture. The library is also home to a collection of materials about historic Franklin Township, These materials serve as a resource for researchers interested in finding out more about the general history of the township and the significant people, places and events in Franklin Township's past. The library also presents programs for all ages on a variety of subjects including, story times, dance parties for children, seasonal crafts, jewelry making, yoga, healthy eating, art history, concerts and so much more. Residents of all ages will find a variety of materials to borrow both on site and online, including books, movies, magazines, music, and more. LOCATION: Franklin Township Public LibraryĤ85 DeMott Lane, Somerset DESCRIPTION: The Franklin Township Public Library serves as a resource for the educational and entertainment needs of the residents of Franklin Township. Committees & Commissions Meeting Calendar.
