Spring Breeze Brushes the Face, Seeking Plum Blossom Fragrance; Skillful Hands and Artistic Ingenuity Pass Down Folk Traditions—A Report on the Dongcun Plum-Viewing and Folk‑Customs Experience Tour for International Women’s Day
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2025-03-11 08:11
On March 7, in anticipation of the 115th International Women’s Day, the Group meticulously organized a special “March 8” women’s‑day excursion to Wangtan, themed “A Fragrant Rendezvous at Meihai, A Sweet Celebration.” At noon that day, under the joint auspices of the Group Trade Union and the Group Office, a total of 22 female employees from the Zhejiang region signed up for the event. For those who did not register, the company purchased fresh fruit or elegant gifts to extend its festive greetings, ensuring that all women could joyfully celebrate International Women’s Day.
This special “March 8” Women’s Day tour in Wangtan features a spring‑time plum‑blossom excursion at the Xiangxue Plum Sea Scenic Area, along with hands‑on activities such as making traditional steamed cakes and mugwort dumplings. The program is designed to help female colleagues from Yue Palace savor the charm of nature and culture, enrich their leisure time, and enhance their sense of happiness and fulfillment.
On the way to Wangtan East Village, Wang Zhongyou, Vice Chairman of the Group Trade Union, on behalf of the Group Party Committee and the Group Trade Union, extended heartfelt blessings and profound respect to all female colleagues at Yuegong. Vice Chairman Wang Zhongyou emphasized that our many female colleagues work tirelessly at their posts and, with their love, make their families a warm haven. Their hard work and dedication deserve to be recognized, respected, and celebrated. Finally, he encouraged all the women to set aside their duties for a while, connect with nature, relax body and mind, and experience local folk culture, so that together they may enjoy a delightful afternoon.
Following that, Union Vice Chairwoman Wang Zhongyou and Committee Member Chen Jian enlivened the event with song and poetic recitation. For a time, the train car transformed into a mobile stage, as the women of Yuegong eagerly took to the mic. Zhang Conghua from the Engineering Department’s rendition of “Free Whether There’s Wind or Not” struck a chord with the entire audience; Xie Xiaofan from the Technical Department sang “When the Wind Blows,” her voice tender and melodious; Li Juanjuan and Zhou Yaqin from the Group Office performed “Two Tigers,” brimming with childlike charm; Li Minmin from the Finance Department’s “Women’s Flowers” sparked a rousing sing‑along; and Dong Longfen from the Marketing Department kept the mood upbeat with her lively delivery. Songs, applause, and laughter filled the carriage, with one highlight following another.
About an hour’s drive brought everyone safely to Wangtan East Village, renowned as the “Ten-Mile Plum Corridor.” Though the plum blossoms were nearing the end of their bloom, the sprawling plum grove—stretching over ten miles—still commanded awe with its majestic grandeur, drawing visitors to snap photos and cherish the moment. On the gnarled branches of the ancient plums, a few crimson calyxes lingered; beneath the trees, fallen petals wove a soft pink-and-white carpet. The women either climbed up to the viewing pavilion to gaze out over the cascading sea of plum blossoms, posed for creative group shots beside the venerable trees, or captured close-up portraits of the proud, resilient blooms, fully savoring the beauty that nature has bestowed.
After the spring‑time plum‑blossom‑viewing event concluded, wisps of smoke rose from the century‑old traditional gatehouse, and under the guidance of intangible cultural heritage masters, participants learned the art of making da‑gao. During the woodblock‑printing segment, the gentle tap of a wooden mallet against the mold produced a rhythmic “dong‑dong” sound; lifting the mold revealed a pristine white rice cake emblazoned with the words “Congratulations and Prosperity,” instantly filling everyone with a surge of pride. 
Afterward, everyone gathered around a long table to learn how to make traditional delicacies—mung bean dumplings. Hands got to work: kneading dough, preparing the filling, and shaping the little parcels, their movements evolving from tentative to deft. The vibrant green mochi‑like dough encased savory, fragrant bamboo‑shoot cubes; with nimble fingers pinching and folding, they transformed into dainty “jade ingots.” Some joked that they had “wrapped up their hopes for life,” while others teased that they had “pinned down the taste of home.” Amid laughter and cheerful chatter, this time‑honored cuisine took on the lively spirit and tender warmth of women in the modern era. 
Though time slips away in the blink of an eye, cherished memories will forever remain in our hearts. As the sun set, the train car on the return journey was still buzzing with lively conversation. Some were scrolling through their phones, revisiting the beautiful scenes of Meilin they had captured, sharing and reposting them on WeChat Moments; others were exchanging insights and reflections on the dim sum they had learned that day. The women all expressed their gratitude for the company’s care and kindness, vowing to continue working happily in their roles and to keep striving for a brighter future for the Yuegong family.
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