Wednesday, November 25, 2009

News from Lethbridge Action on Racism Circle

Dialogue on Racism Potluck - November 23, 2009

Thank you to everyone who attended the potluck on Monday. We had 45 dinner guests, including Mayor Bob Tarleck and Chief of Police Tom McKenzie. We will be publishing the recommendations in a second report, which you should receive in the coming weeks.

We will be presenting recommendations from both potlucks to the Public School Board in January.


Upcoming events of interest:

FNMI Days: Celebrating our Pride, History and Knowledge
Thursday, November 26 at Lethbridge College

10:00 am: Drum protocol
11:30 am: Taste of culture: Berry soup and fry bread
11:30 am: Mini powwow
Noon: Naming ceremony
2:00 pm: First Nations connection to the land

Heritage Through My Hands at Head Smashed in Buffalo Jump
Saturday, November 28
10:00 am to 5:00 pm

A full day of activities where local artisans, crafters and entertainers gather to kick start the festive season. Includes aboriginal art and craft fair, sweet grass ceremony, hoop dancer, silent auction and door prize draws.

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