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Curve Lake
Powwow
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At powwows we gather in a circle. In a circle, no one is higher than anyone
else, everyone is equal. Our dancers move in a circle, searching the ground
for the footprints of our ancestors in order to follow their ways. The drum
beats out the solemn rhythm of all creation. It is the sound we remember from
before we were born. It is the rhythm of our mothers' heartbeat. The drums
summon up a memory that is common to us all.
Powwow means gathering, or celebration.
Traditionally, families had to scatter far and
wide to be able to find enough game to feed themselves throughout the long and
harsh Canadian winter. The powwow took place each year when families and friends
were reunited to dance, drum, feast and give thanks to the Creator. Each
community had its own time for gathering - Spring, Summer, Winter or Fall.
At Curve Lake we still hold and annual powwow,
bringing together Natives and non-Natives, to honour our ancestors and uphold
this sacred tradition.
Click
here
 to go to the
PowWow Album
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Curve
Lake PowWow
September 20 and 21, 2008
Grand Entry Both days is 12:00 pm
Admission is $5.00 for adults
Children under 12 years $3.00
This Years Theme
Remember The Past Starts Today
Master of Ceremonies: TBA
Arena Director: TBA Eagle Staff
Carrier: TBA
Head Staff Carrier: TBA Elders: TBA
Head Dancers: TBA
Head Junior dancers: TBA
HOST DRUM: TBA
CO-HOST DRUM: INVITED DRUM:
TBA
Location
Lance Woods Park
Come Join us at our annual
PowWow.
Enjoy traditional foods, dances, songs and stories!
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Never been to a Powwow?
Powwow Tips
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During
Grand Entry, everyone stands as the Eagle Staff, the flags
and the dancers enter. The Master of Ceremonies
will announce other events that require standing as a
gesture of respect.
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Consider
the privacy of the participants. Ask permission before you
photograph or record people. This includes the
spectators and craftspeople as well as the dancers and
singers.
v
Certain
dances and ceremonies are not to be recorded or
photographed. The Master of Ceremonies will announce
when such activities are not allowed.
v Do
not touch the dancers' regalia. These have special
meanings and the handmade regalia, which can cost
thousands of dollars, are cherished and often made by a
respected family members.
v Feel
free to join in the intertribal dancing. The Master of
Ceremonies will announce these dances and invite all to
join.
v No
drugs or alcohol are allowed at Powwows.
v Pets
are not permitted on the Powwow grounds.
v Remember
to bring your lawn chairs, sun block and a good appetite.
See you there!
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