活动现场舞龙舞狮。 本报记者 马振东 "咚咚锵！咚咚锵！"2月12日10时，西宁市湟中区田家寨镇河湾村广场上，新村带来的锣鼓表演《威风凛凛》拉开了活动序幕。激昂的鼓点震得空气都发 烫，红绸子在鼓手手中翻飞，村民们裹着厚厚的棉袄，挤在广场四周，脸冻得通红却笑得格外灿烂，连墙角的老槐树都像被这热闹劲儿唤醒，枝丫上的红灯 笼轻轻摇晃。 舞台上，好戏连台。毛一村的青海小调《抬花轿》一开唱，悠扬的乡土韵味就飘满广场，几位老大妈跟着调子轻轻哼唱，手指不自觉地打着节拍；河湾村的 藏族舞蹈《康定溜溜城》登场，姑娘们的裙摆飞扬，舞出了高原儿女的奔放热情，台下掌声此起彼伏；最受欢迎的当属河湾村秧歌队，彩衣、花扇、红绸扭 得风生水起，68岁的张文斌看得兴起，忍不住跟着队伍边缘比划："这才是过年的样子！热热闹闹、开开心心！" 舞台下的外场，早已被划分成一个个热闹的"年味专区"，比赶集还红火。健康义诊摊前，卫生健康志愿服务队的医生正给村民量血压、测血糖。 "大妈，您血压有点高，平时少盐少糖，多溜达溜达。"医生一边记录数据，一边叮嘱道。72岁的王大妈攥着体检单，笑着点头："在家门口就能量血压，还 能听医生讲保健知识，这活动太贴心了！" ...

Core Viewpoint - Jing County is enhancing its tourism appeal through unique village cafes, promoting local culture and hospitality, and integrating traditional values into modern tourism services [9][10][12]. Group 1: Tourism Development - The village cafes in Jing County have become popular among domestic and international tourists, serving as a window to showcase the local image [3][5]. - The "Grain Warehouse" cafe in Suhong Village, transformed from an old barn, gained recognition for its unique rural charm and customer service, exemplified by a story of returning lost property to a tourist [10]. - The local tourism bureau has initiated training programs for service providers to improve service quality, focusing on details and customer satisfaction [11]. Group 2: Cultural Integration - Jing County's historical and cultural richness is highlighted through its traditional villages, such as Huangtian Village, which has a history dating back to the Song Dynasty and is recognized for its architectural heritage [12][13]. - The village regulations in Huangtian Village serve as a guide for community behavior and conflict resolution, promoting a positive social atmosphere [12][13]. - The integration of traditional values into tourism services aims to enhance the overall visitor experience, transitioning from merely beautiful scenery to superior service [13]. Group 3: Community Values - The county has seen a rise in local moral exemplars, with numerous individuals recognized for their altruistic deeds, contributing to a culture of kindness and community support [14][15]. - The promotion of Jing County's Xuan paper as a cultural treasure is part of a broader strategy to enhance the county's image and attract visitors [16]. - The recent launch of a city image campaign, including a new logo and promotional events, aims to convey the warmth and hospitality of Jing County to the world [16].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the successful integration of cultural reform and rural revitalization in Baoji City, showcasing how the community has transformed traditional customs through innovative practices and resource utilization [1][5]. Group 1: Cultural Reform Initiatives - Baoji City has combined cultural reform with rural revitalization and grassroots governance, creating a model for "comprehensive promotion, targeted solutions, and long-term benefits" in building a civilized rural culture [1]. - The city has established 1,164 red and white councils across all administrative villages to set standards for wedding and funeral ceremonies, including limits on the number of banquet tables and monetary gifts [5][6]. Group 2: Resource Utilization - The city has repurposed 97 idle resources, such as old school buildings and factories, into new cultural venues like new wind halls and red and white council halls, providing rental spaces and ceremonial guidance for the community [3][5]. - The new wind halls serve multiple functions, including hosting community meetings, skill training, and cultural activities, thus revitalizing idle resources and fostering community cohesion [5][6]. Group 3: Community Engagement - Community members have actively participated in cultural reform initiatives, with local events like "courtyard bench meetings" and performances that address issues like high bride prices and promote simpler wedding practices [6][7]. - The establishment of 4,766 permanent community practice teams has facilitated the dissemination of cultural values through theoretical lectures, artistic performances, and practical activities, enhancing community involvement [6][7]. Group 4: Measurable Outcomes - The cultural reform efforts have led to a 30% reduction in wedding and funeral expenses, with 1,734 local leaders involved in managing these events, and new wind halls hosting over 3,000 activities annually [8]. - The initiatives have fostered a shift in community values, reducing neighbor disputes and promoting mutual assistance, while also diminishing the tendency for comparison and encouraging frugality [8].

Core Viewpoint - The implementation of "contracted canteens" in Banjiba Village, Renhuai City, Guizhou Province, has effectively addressed the issues of extravagant weddings and funerals, promoting a shift in local customs and governance [1] Group 1: Implementation of Contracted Canteens - The village has revitalized idle school buildings to create a canteen, which has become a model for grassroots governance [1] - The canteen hosts weddings and funerals, limiting the scale to 50 tables and capping costs at 280 yuan per table, encouraging simpler ceremonies [1] - Villager Liu Bin expressed that using the canteen is convenient and cost-effective, while another villager, Qiu Zhiyin, noted savings of several thousand yuan and the resolution of issues like street occupation and littering [1] Group 2: Funding and Management - In 2024, the canteen was established through a funding mechanism involving government subsidies, corporate sponsorships, social donations, and contributions from villagers [1] - The Red and White Affairs Council manages the canteen, integrating the promotion of new customs into a "civilization points" system linked to evaluations like "clean and beautiful farmhouses" [1] Group 3: Community Impact and Future Plans - Since 2025, the canteen has hosted 8 events, gradually presenting a new picture of rural civility [1] - The next step for Banjiba Village is to deepen the application of the canteen, aiming to transform it into a "civilization hub" for community services [1]

Core Viewpoint - The event in Xi'an showcased a cultural feast that integrated moral stories, theoretical discussions, Tang poetry, traditional opera, and community services, aiming to enhance cultural resources at the grassroots level and promote a more civilized rural atmosphere [1][2]. Group 1: Event Overview - The "National Civilized Village and Town Tour" and winter "Village Evening" demonstration event took place in the Sanqiao Street and Ping Village of the Xixian New Area [1]. - The event was organized by the Xi'an Municipal Committee of Civilization and featured various performances that highlighted traditional virtues and cultural heritage [1]. Group 2: Cultural Integration - The event combined moral stories, theoretical promotion, Tang poetry, and traditional opera, effectively delivering quality cultural resources to rural areas [2]. - The Xi'an Municipal Committee of Civilization plans to continue exploring the "Civilization + Culture" approach to enhance rural civility and improve living standards, contributing to the long-term spiritual nourishment of rural revitalization [2].

Group 1 - The core idea of the articles revolves around the promotion of simplified and cost-effective wedding and funeral practices in rural areas, aiming to shift cultural norms towards more economical and meaningful ceremonies [1][2][4] - In Wu'an City, the transformation of idle collective housing into standardized community service halls has enabled villagers to hold weddings and funerals at reduced costs, with expenses for funerals dropping from tens of thousands to just a few thousand yuan [1] - The establishment of standardized wedding halls in Lingzhang County has provided public wedding services, exemplified by a collective wedding ceremony for 20 couples, promoting traditional customs in a modern context [1] Group 2 - The articles highlight the importance of storytelling and community engagement in changing perceptions about traditional wedding practices, with examples of zero dowry weddings and simple ceremonies gaining popularity [2][3] - Cultural initiatives, such as the performance of a new play addressing dowry customs, have effectively communicated the message of simplifying wedding practices, resonating with local audiences [3] - The ongoing efforts in Handan to cultivate a culture of simplicity and community involvement in wedding and funeral practices reflect a broader trend towards enhancing the quality of life and social cohesion in rural areas [4]

Core Viewpoint - The event held on December 9 showcases the achievements and innovative practices of Zhongwei City in promoting cultural transformation and civilizational values through artistic performances [1][3]. Group 1: Event Highlights - The Ningxia Excellent Cultural Program Exhibition featured two selected performances from Zhongwei City: "Our Story, Our Song" and "Promoting Civilized Practices" [1][3]. - "Our Story, Our Song," performed by the farmers' choir from Hongbao Village, illustrates the transition of immigrant communities from Xihai Solid to the Yellow River banks, highlighting their improved livelihoods and the abandonment of high bride prices [1][3]. - The performance "Promoting Civilized Practices" incorporates innovative elements of intangible cultural heritage, transforming key messages about modernizing marriage and funeral practices into engaging and memorable folk lyrics [1][3]. Group 2: Cultural Transformation Efforts - Zhongwei City prioritizes cultural transformation as a key aspect of spiritual civilization construction, focusing on breaking old customs, eliminating bad habits, and establishing new practices [2][4]. - The city has developed a comprehensive work system that includes party leadership, multi-party collaboration, artistic empowerment, and community participation to promote new civilizational values [2][4]. - Various methods such as special columns, dialect radio dramas, and cultural tours are employed to widely disseminate the message of cultural transformation, alongside platforms promoting "zero bride price" and "low bride price" cases [2][4].

Core Viewpoint - The story highlights the community's commitment to caring for Qin Haisong, a disabled man known as "the wild man," showcasing the power of collective responsibility and compassion in rural China [4][16][24]. Group 1: Background of Qin Haisong - Qin Haisong, born with multiple disabilities, faced a challenging life as an orphan and was often referred to as "the wild man" due to his appearance and behavior [8][9]. - After losing his last family member in 2004, he lived in isolation until the village leaders decided to take action to care for him [9][10]. Group 2: Community Involvement - In 2005, a village meeting led to a unanimous decision to take turns caring for Haisong, with each family responsible for him for two days at a time [4][14][15]. - Over the years, the number of families involved in caring for Haisong has varied, but the commitment to the arrangement has remained strong [16]. Group 3: Changes Over Time - The care for Haisong has evolved, with village leaders ensuring that he receives adequate support, including financial assistance and health monitoring [16]. - Haisong has shown personal growth, engaging in activities like helping with chores and forming bonds with the villagers [16]. Group 4: Cultural Significance - The story reflects broader themes of community support and resilience in the face of adversity, drawing parallels to historical efforts in the region, such as the construction of the Hongqi Canal [18][19]. - The narrative emphasizes the importance of collective action and the enduring spirit of the villagers, which has become a part of their cultural identity [22][23].

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of cultivating a civilized rural atmosphere as a key component of China's modernization, highlighting the interplay between material and spiritual civilization in rural revitalization efforts [1][2]. Group 1: Civilized Rural Atmosphere - A civilized rural atmosphere is characterized by improved social interactions, simplified customs, and the revitalization of local cultural heritage, reflecting the positive spirit of rural residents [1]. - The 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China has included the enhancement of social civilization as a major goal for economic and social development during the 14th Five-Year Plan period [1]. Group 2: Community Engagement and Cultural Heritage - The key to fostering a civilized rural atmosphere lies in mobilizing community engagement, as seen in the acceptance of lower bride prices and simplified wedding customs, which alleviate social burdens for villagers [2]. - Traditional cultural elements such as shadow puppetry, paper-cutting, and wax dyeing are gaining attention and market presence through initiatives like agricultural cultural heritage recognition and rural craftsmanship training [2]. Group 3: Integration of Agricultural and Urban Cultures - The article discusses the interaction between agricultural and urban cultures, exemplified by rural poets and community sports events that bridge the gap between rural and urban experiences [3]. - To enhance cultural resonance between urban and rural areas, there is a need to improve rural cultural infrastructure and promote cultural services in villages, enabling farmers to become active participants in shaping their cultural narratives [3].

Core Viewpoint - The articles highlight the transformation of rural customs in China, focusing on the reduction of bride price and the promotion of cultural activities, which are seen as essential for rural revitalization and community cohesion [3][4][10]. Group 1: Rural Customs and Practices - The "zero bride price" initiative is gaining traction in Ningxia, where high bride prices previously burdened families, leading to a cultural shift towards simpler weddings [3][4]. - Villagers are encouraged to adopt low or zero bride prices through community leaders and local initiatives, resulting in a significant decrease in average bride price amounts [4][5]. - The Ningxia model of addressing high bride prices has garnered national attention, providing a framework for other regions to follow [6]. Group 2: Cultural and Economic Revitalization - The ancient cave dwellings in Shaanxi are being preserved while simultaneously being developed for tourism, creating a new economic model that combines cultural heritage with modern needs [7][8]. - The integration of film and tourism in the village of Zhenjiabao has attracted numerous film crews, leading to increased local income and job creation [8][9]. - The "Village BA" basketball league in Henan has revitalized community spirit and local economies, with significant participation and financial benefits for local businesses [10][11]. Group 3: Community Engagement and Development - The success of community-led initiatives, such as the "Village BA," demonstrates the importance of local involvement in cultural and recreational activities, fostering a sense of belonging and pride among residents [11][12]. - The rise of "village-level" cultural activities across China reflects a broader trend of rural communities taking charge of their cultural and social lives, leading to enhanced community cohesion and economic benefits [12].