Opening ceremony of CCCN Macau and
“Cor Ad Cor Loquitur” Group Exhibition
The grand opening of the art and cultural centre of the Macao Catholic Diocese, CCCN Macau, was hosted on 4th December,2021. The opening ceremony of “Cor Ad Cor Loquitur” Group Exhibition was held in celebration of the grand occasion.
CCCN Macau used to be the mansion of an overseas Chinese businessman which was built in 1926, and was loaned to Yuet Wah College in early 1940s. In 2020, His Excellency Bishop Stephen Lee Bun Sang of Macau Diocese decided to assign the historic building as the location of Associação Diocesana das Artes Performativas e Culturais de Macau (ADAPEC) and renamed to “Centro de Cultura e Artes Performativas Cardeal Newman de Macau”. By adopting St. John Henry Newman’s spirit as the motto, CCCN Macau will hold various arts and cultural exchange to enhance interaction within the community.
Book Sharing Section
Whispers (Macau Elderly Women’s Oral History)
“Whispers” is about Yuen-yi Lo retrieving her mother’s collection of short stories as axis. Lo will share about her original desire and journey to writing. Besides, Lo believe that elderly women’s oral history are not only their own bed-time stories, but also a testimony of history.
Audience: Aged 15 and above
Enrollment: 25 people
Keynote speaker：Yuen-yi Lo（author of "Whisper"）
Language：Cantonese
Fees：MOP 50
Exhibitions period
5th Dec, 2020 - 3rd Jan, FREE ENTRY.
（SAT）
05/12
2020
3:00pm-4:30pm
Yuen-yi Lo
Yuen-yi Lo is an artist, writer, and lecturer. Trained in the fields of Communication Design and Fine Arts respectively in Hong Kong, Italy and United Kingdom, her creative work concerns scripto-visual communication. She has contributed writings in the areas of art and culture, feminism and oral history. She is currently teaching in the Faculty of Education, University of Macau.
Music Concert
Charity Music Gala
“Cor Ad Cor Loquitur” is the core value of CCCN Macau. Through various arts and cultural activities, to provide a place for people to share and to enjoy, creating an atmosphere of mutual respect, warmth and love.
CCCN cooperated with local music enthusiastic to hold this Charity Music Gala to celebrate the grand opening of this decent platform. Let’s work together for her sustainability.
Date：5th December, 2020（SAT）
Time：5:30-7:00 pm
Location：Calçada da Vitória No. 55, RC, Macau
Seminar
Cardinal Newman: Cor Ad Cor Loquitur, Reflecting of Quest and Zest
At the “Golden age” of the British empire, Oxford was the core to Anglican Church and Academic town. However, the curate of St. Clement’s Church was conditionally converted to Catholicism. Newman’s conversion resulted in great response in the European Continent. Let’s come across the reflecting of quest, zest and life of St. John Henry Newman (1801-1890).
Audience: Aged 15 and above
Enrollment: 25 people
Keynote speaker: Rev. Dr. Cyril Jerome Law, Jr.
Language: Cantonese
Fees: MOP 60
（SUN）
06/12
2020
2:30pm-3:30pm
Rev. Dr. Cyril Jerome Law, Jr.
Parochial Vicar of Sé Cathedral of Macau and PhD Theology in Heythrop College, University of London. Fr. Law has his thesis published themed “‘Translating Two Minds in the Tradition of One Faith: Considerations of Intercultural Dynamics in the parallels of Joseph Ma Xiangbo and John Henry Newman”.
Parent-Child workshop
Write a poem, paint a painting
Imagination of kids are without boundaries, and are curious about the surroundings. Their deeds and wordings are always poetic and full of meaning. Parents and children can interact through words or painting, this can explore children’s imagination and sensitiveness towards poetry.
The workshop begins with appreciation of poetry, and through the making use of collage to collaborate visual artwork.
Audience：Parent-Child（1 Child (age 5 - age 6)、1 Parent）
Enrollment：12 people
Leading Fellow：Sandy
Fees：MOP 100 （material provided）
（SUN）
13/12
2020
10:30am-12:00pm
Sandy
illustrator and visual artist.
André Lui Chak Keong
Ph.D in Design (Cultural Heritage Conversation), architect (Macao), Architecte du Patrimoine (France), Artist, and specialist on architectural heritage. Besides architecture, he practices painting, installation, photography, and video.
Seminar
What is Architecture? – Case study of “Kam Yuen Building”
Marketing value and function are considered as the significant factors and value of their existence is omitted under the Cost-effectiveness era. If architect only emphasis on the cost-effectiveness, will there be variations in building categories?
The building of CCCN Macau was built in 1920. It was once the mansion of a Chinese business Mr. Shiu Ying-chau. The building generally featuring a Western style together with Chinese traditional motifs in many of the interior surroundings.
If the owner of the mansion never thought about the value of the existence and legacy, would he adopt this kind of architectural design? Mr. Lui would discuss about the decoration and interior design to explore the Oriental and Western culture.
Audience: Aged 15 and above
Enrollment: 25 people
Keynote speaker: André Lui Chak Keong
Language: Cantonese
Fees: MOP 60
（SUN）
06/12
2020
4:00pm-5:30pm
Workshop
Zentangle®
It is originated from the United States, and is an uprising art expression. It is not only a relaxing and chilling way of painting, but also a process to releasing tension and self-esteem. Sketching out complicated patterns by simple lines, with customized add-ons to breakthrough our regular self. In concentration of creation, participants can reach the mindset of peacefulness and relaxation.
Age Range: Aged 18 and above
Enrollment: 15
Leading Fellow: Vibian (Certified Tutor of Zentangle®, Pastel Nagomi Art®, Mandala)
Fees: MOP180 (materials provided)
（SUN）
13/12
2020
11:00am-13:00pm
Vibian
Vibian is a full-time workshop instructor、Certified Zentangle Teacher、JPHAA Advanced Instructor、Pastel Mandala-Artwork instructor.
Workshop
Pastel Nagomi Art
Pastel Nagomi Art, which originated from Japan, using pastels and fingers, one can create a beautiful and heart-touching artwork through simple yet unique ways of painting techniques.
Age Range: Aged 18 and above
Enrollment: 10
Leading Fellow: Vibian
Fees: MOP190 (materials provided)
（SUN）
13/12
2020
2:30pm-4:30pm
Anthony Leung
Mr. Leung has been organizing a series of workshops regarding parent-child relationships and family advisory since 2012.
Clinical Fellow at the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) (US)
Honorary Fellow of Asian Academy of Family Therapy (HK)
Certified Engineer of Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (Architectural & Mechanical Engineering) (HK)
Gambling Counselor (Canada)
Master of Social Sciences in Marriage & Family Therapy, HKU (HK)
Master in Engineering (Architectural Engineering) (HK)
Book Sharing Session
“Friendship” Picture Book Sharing Section
CCCN Macau aims at “Cor Ad Cor Loquitur” to make friends through art. How can a friendship be built? Through sharing of Picture Book, participants can explore and experience the fundamental of Friendship.
Picture Book: “The Little Magpie and the Rocky Hill”
*Case study citation is included
Age Range: Age 18 and above
Language: Cantonese
Leading Fellow: Mr. Anthony Leung
Fees: MOP 100
（SAT）
19/12
2020
2:00pm-5:00pm
Workshop
Traditional Portuguese Music – Fado
Fado is a recognized symbol of Portugal and characterized in mournful tunes and lyrics. In her unique form of performance, Fado evolved from urban popular songs to intangible cultural heritage.
Age Range: No age limit
Language: Chinese and Portuguese
Leading Fellow: Marcelino Marques (Músico – Professor e intérprete)
Fees: MOP 300 (Age 6-13 enjoys 50% off)
（SAT）
19/12
2020
3:00pm-5:00pm
Guided Tour
CCCN tours
Sessions：2
Audience：Aged 18 and above
Enrollment：12 people
Fees：Free for charge
（SAT）
5/12
2020
（SUN）
6/12
2020
11:30am-12:00pm
Discount
．CCCN member『CCCN Friends』，10% off．
．Two people or above go together，10% off．
．65 years old of above，40% off．
* The offers cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion or discounts*