Come join us for Powwow Practice! Learn basic steps to Traditional Powwow Dances with experienced dance instructor Mariah Dumont and special guest singers from Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation.
Mariah Dumont is a Dené Suiline/Cree woman residing in Edmonton whose roots are with the Cold Lake First Nations. Mariah is a powwow dancer and instructor who has been dancing since she was three years old. Mariah is passionate about her culture and ensuring that those who have been displaced or disconnected are able to find connection and belonging within the dancing community. Mariah is the co-founder of Kokum’s Kloset which is a free program that offers children, youth and adults access to regalia to participate in powwows ensuring that Indigenous people are fully able to experience powwow.
There will be free soup and bannock for the first 50 participants.
Date: Friday, May 10th
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Ages: All ages
Cost: Free
Location: Prescott Learning Centre, 340 Pioneer Road Spruce Grove
Registration: Not required
This initiative is presented in partnership with Prescott Learning Centre, Cohesive Communites, and Women Building Futures.