Revelers rang in the 'Year of the Rat' by feeding a lion lucky money to secure happiness and longevity. The sign applies to those born in 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996.
Chinese New Year celebration in Chicago
The traditional lion dance greeted well-wishers including Chicago's Mayor Daley at the event put on by the Chinese Mutual Aid Association.