2008 Pow Wow Calendar

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I have included as many links for the events as I could find, so please check them all out.  Also, feel free to link to this page.

*this image denotes pow wows that we will set up at tentatively.

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Pow Wow Location Maps *

*These maps were marked by Six Directions Traders.  Some are general location areas and you will have to follow signs from there, as many Pow Wows are held in remote locations.

February 8, 9, 10, 2008: Seminole Tribal Fair~

Hard Rock ~ Hollywood, Florida

February 8, 9, 10, 2008: Cox-Osceola Yamasee

February 15, 16, 17, 2008:Thunder on the Beach ~ Vero Beach, Florida

Vero's Thunder on the Beach Powwow 2008 sponsored by: Dancing Like Thunder Youth Group and will be held at: Indian River County Fairgrounds 7955 58th ave, Vero Beach Fl 32960. No contest powwow. Total Prizes: Mystery Money Envelopes. Admission Fee: $6.00 Adults, $4.00 children and Seniors Dancers are free. MC: David Trezak. HM: Ed Winddancer. HL: Kaye Taylor. AD: Billy Kipp. VD: Keith Little Badger. Host Northern Drum: TBA. Host Southern Drum: Ay-Aha. Invited drums: All Drums are invited. Entertainment: Tommy WildcatFlute. John Serna Flute. David Trezak singing. Hoop Dancer. Eagle Dancer. Ray ThunderHawk Big Cat Rescue our Wildlife. Booths and fees: 30 booths @ 300.for up to 10x20. anything ove that is $400. 3 Food booths @ $400. Comments: This is the First year Thunderhawk Big Cat Rescue will be attending. He will show is beautiful Tigers and other large cats. This is a wonderful event to be part of. We have the most wonderful Artist and Vendors attending. Our entertainment in the arena is outstanding. Hope to see everyone at the powwow. Directions: turn off I-95 exit(Vero Beach Exit) go east to 58th aVE GO 6 Miles the fairgrounds are on the left hand side. watch for signs. General contact name: Dona Chesser 772-567-1579.   Vendor Contact: Dona 772-567-1579 -  1670 11th place, Vero Beach, FL  32960 deedee1579@aol.com

February 15, 16, 17, 2008: Dancing Buffalo Ranch

Brooksville, FL ~ Billy Rainwater

Brooksville, Florida - A small number of North American bison are being raised on a 53-acre ranch in Brooksville.  Owner Lauralee Conklin says the Dancing Buffalo Ranch is a gift and a life-long dream come true."We wake up in the morning, step out our front porch and the bison are grazing or frolicking in sunlight," says ranch owner Lauralee Conklin.  "They do dance, and it's a blast to see horses and bison... talking with the animals. It's a whole other paradise."  The Dancing Buffalo Ranch is located in Brooksville at 18250 Wiscon Road.  The phone number is 352-799-0859. 

February 22, 23, 24, 2008: Deland, Florida

  February 29, March 1, 2, 2008:

Thundering Spirit Pow Wow ~ Mt Dora, Florida

Renninger's Twin Markets, 20651 New Highway 441 Mount Dora, Florida 32757
Just East of Mount Dora ~ Just 30 miles North of Orlando. Friday February 29th, 2008, Grand Entry at 7:00pm; Saturday March 1st 2008, Grand Entry at 1:00pm & 7:00pm
Sunday March 2nd 2008 Grand Entry at 1:00pm; Gates Open at 10:00am Daily.  MC: Ric Bird; Head Veteran: Gunny St Germain; Head Man Dancer: Enoch Haubenstricker; Head Woman Dancer: Raven; Host Drum: Family Drum Singers; Co-Host Drum: Bird Chopper Bird Family Drum; Firekeeper: Ken Cloudwalker' ; Color Guard: Veterans Honor Society; Friday is Children's Day from 10:00am - 2:00pm with special Demonstrations, Games, etc.  Please join us for Traditional Native American Culture Including: Drumming, Dancing, Crafts, and Food.  Bring the whole Family and spend the day, Don't forget to bring Chair.

Tony Ledford  352 636-4271
PO BOX 1141, Eustis, FL  32727
ThunderSpiritFam@yahoo.com
http://thundering-spirit.tripod.com/

March 6 - 9, 2008 ~ 2008 Florida Statewide Pow Wow

Spirit of the Suwannee River Music Park in Live Oak, Florida

Friday night look for the planetarium crew! Native storytelling about the stars ~ Telescope viewing and storytelling will start after the Broken Arrow Ceremony finishes, about 10 PM. I hear that Family Drum and Arvil will be there too, among some other Natives. They are looking forward to having some real Natives there to help the kids learn more about true Native Powwow customs.

March 8 - 9, 2008 ~ Low Country Pow Wow & Cultural Festival

Yemassee, SC 29945

Located at exit 33 I-95 At Point South behind the Best Western Hotel.Yemassee rd. - Point South, SC 29945

Opens each day at 10:00am - Ages 6 and under are free. - Dancers are free in regalia. All others 5.00, seniors and students 3.00  - Dancers Raffle each day for day money. - Grand Entry at 12:00noon and at 6.00pm on Saturday - Blanket dances for All other drums. - Any Questions please call Mike Benton at 843 384-5551

March 21 -23, 2008 ~ Butch Schwanderman Veteran's Memorial Powwow

Crawfordville, Florida 32327

Butch Schwanderman/Veteran's Memorial Powwow sponsored by: Southeastern Native American People and will be held at: Hudson Park, Crawfordville, Florida right on Highway 319 South of Tallahassee, Florida. Festival/Powwow No Contest. Admission Fee: $1.00 Donation. MC: John Ferguson (Oklahoma Creek). HM: Tony Young (Southern Creek). HL: Cassandra Taylor (Lanopi). AD: Wolf. Invited drums: Host Drum: Iron Horse Singers Open invitation to all drums (sorry, no monies, but may have blanket). Entertainment: J.J. Kent. Booths and fees: Vendors by invitation only - All vendor spaces taken – sorry. Directions: Aproximately 15 miles south of Tallahassee, Florida (Florida's Capital City) on Highway 319 in downtown Crawfordville, Florida. Park is across the highway from Sonic Drive-In. General contact name: Crickett Chason 850-443-8354 lilturtleheart@yahoo.com

 March 22-23, 2008 ~ United Cherokee Nation Florida Clan Gathering and Pow Wow

Fish Eating Creek Resort ~ Palmdale Camp Ground ~ 7555 US Hwy 27 N Palmdale, Florida

Bring the family Bring your dancing shoes Bring your fishing pole Bring your swim suite Bring your Tent Bring your Motor Home Just enjoy the weekend Park entry fee $2.00 Public Donation for event is: Adults $3.00 Kids Under 5 Free - Drum: The Family Drum Singers  - Dance Contest Information: Dancers are Admission Free, Competition sign up is $5.00 Ea. We are doing Luck of the draw so every one gets a chance to take money home. You Dance You may win an envelope of Money. Must Dance to have a chance to Draw. - Emcee: John Ferguson - Head Man: Herb Shephard - Head Lady: Raven - Fish Eating Creek Resort Palmdale Camp Grounds 7555 US Hwy 27 N Palmdale, Florida 863-675-5999 Just 20 min. south of beautiful Lake Placid Florida Pow Wow Times, Sat. March 22nd 9:00 am-6:00 pm. Sun. March 23rd, 9:00 am-6:00 pm.

March 28 -30, 2008 ~ FIHA 43rd Annual Pow Wow

Savannas Recreation Area ~ 1400 E Midway Rd. Ft. Pierce, FL

Florida Indian Hobbyist Association 43rd Annual Pow Wow - Savannas Recreation Area - Ft. Pierce, FL - March 28-30, 2008

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April 3 - 5, 2008 ~ Cherokee of Georgia  Spring Pow Wow

St George, GA 31562

This schedule is an estimate of times and activities, as we usually run on "Indian time".Thursday & Friday9 a.m. ................ Flag Raising, school field trips 1 p.m. .................Intertribal Dancing SUNDOWN ......Lowering of our flags. 7 p.m. (Friday).... Grand Entry, Intertribal Dancing Saturday 9 a.m. ................ Flag Raising NOON .............. Lunch at Camp 1 p.m. ....... ........ Gourd Dance (if we have enough participants) 1 - 5 p.m. ........... Intertribal Dancing, Princess competition, story telling and anything else we come up with that may be culturally informative or even fun. 5:30 p.m. ...........Supper For The Camp SUNSET ...........Flag lowering 7 p.m. ................ Grand Entry Invocation, Veteran's Songs, Memorial Song Commence Evening Program and Dancing. The Dancing will conclude when Dancers and Drummers stop. Fry Bread, Indian Chili, Ice Tea, Lemonade, Coffee, Hot Chocolate, Sodas and Hot Dogs are available at the cook shack. Breakfast is sold on Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings. The Cherokee of Georgia Tribal Library and Cultural Center will be open for your enjoyment between the afternoon dances and the evening grand entry and dancing on Friday and Saturday. Please note: If anyone has an upcoming Powwow that they would like to have announced in the arena, please give a flyer or the information to the M.C. For the consideration of everyone, there are bathrooms available. Your assistance in keeping them clean is appreciated - County Road 121 and State Hwy 94 - Cherokee Of Georgia Tribal Council, Inc. - Rt. 1 Box 1019  -Saint George, GA 31562-9796 - United States Phone: 912-843-2230

  April 4 - 6, 2008 ~ Chambers Farm Gathering

Ft McCoy, Florida

MC ~ Rick Bird, Performer - Albert Gray Eagle, Host Drums -Billy Evans Horse, Arena Director - Duane Whitehorse, Michael Brill- 513-464-1746 chambersfarms@hotmail.com  http://Chambersfarm.org   PDF map  PDF Flier

  April 11-13, 2008 ~ Veterans Honor Society Florida Pow Wow

Veterans of Foreign Wars Retirement Home, Ft. McCoy, FL

April 11 - 13, 2008 ~ Red Eagle Lodge 8th Annual Intretribal Pow Wow

Floral City County Park, Citrus County, FL

Primitive Camping on-site for performers and vendors, gate fees 3.00 adults & 1.00 kids, Saturday Grand Entry 1:00 p.m special Tribute to Veterans, Dance prizes. MC Name Bill (Walking Buffalo) Truax - Host Drum -  Drum of the Descendants

  April 18 - 20, 2008 ~ 2nd Annual Spirit People Intertribal

Family Spring Pow Wow

J.B. Starkey Ranch  ~ 12959 S.R. 54, Odessa, FL

MC - John Ferguson, Drum - Decendants, Head Veteran - Blue Deer, AD - Ken Cloudwalker

April 25 - 27 ~ 2008 Native American Flute & Cultural Festival

Ft Walton Landing - Ft Walton, Florida 32547

April 26, 2008 ~ 8th Annual American American Indian Pow Wow Celebration of Life for All People  - View Flyer Here

Red Wing Park - 1398 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA.

Date: Saturday, April 26th, 2008 Time: 11:00 AM — 6:00 PM Master of Ceremonies - Clark Stewart . Chickahominy - Arena Director - Jay Kays . Osage - Storyteller - Frank Blueskye . Seneca - Head Male Dancer - John Pingree . Shoshone - Head Female Dancer - Phylis Campbell . Choctaw - Host Drum - Red Wolf - Hollister NC - Guest Drum - Red Oak Singers - Raleigh NC - Over 5,000 in attendance at previous events!! Experience traditional Native American Culture as it is featured through spirited music, intriguing dance and appetizing food. Authentic and Indian inspired crafts and wares for sale and on display. American Indian dancing, educational exhibits and authentic foods. Vendor spaces limited and fill EARLY! FREE ADMISSION AND ONSITE PARKING! - Contact: Debra Vick Phone: 757-427-2990 E-Mail:  fun@vbgov.com  Website: www.VBgov.com/parks

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May 3 - 4, 2008 ~ Virginia Indian Nations 5th Annual Spring Pow Wow

Chickahominy Tribal Grounds - Charles City, VA  - Directions here

Dates: Saturday, May 3rd, 2008 - Time: 10:00 AM — 6:00 PM - Dates: Sunday, May 4th, 2008 - Time: 10:00 AM — 6:00 PM - Grounds Open: 10:00 AM - Grand Entry: Saturday at 12:00 Noon -Grand-Entry: Sunday at 1:00 PM - Featuring Native American dancers, crafters, demonstrations. There will be Native American Jewelry, Bead Work, Poetry, Paintings, Indian Fry Bread, Ham Burgers, Hot Dogs, Fish Chips, est. - Admission: $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for Children and Elders 60 and above - Contact: Keith Wynn - Phone: 804-966-2448 - VITAL Website: http://www.vitalva.org - Chickahominy Website: http://www.chickahominytribe.org

May 3 - 4, 2008 ~ Sawnee Creek Indian Festival and Pow Wow

Cumming Georgia Fairgrounds/40 min. N. of Atlanta

Dancer & Vendor info: 770-735-6275, www.rthunder.com , chipa1@earthlink.net, $ Competition rounds

May 9 - 11, 2008 ~ Old Fort Pow Wow

Rodeo Grounds Old Fort, NC 28777

Old Fort Pow Wow sponsored by: Blue Ridge Intertribal Pow Wow Association and will be held at: Old Fort Rodeo Grounds. No contest powwow. Admission Fee: admission donation is $5.00 for adults and $2.00 for children. MC: Dave Trezak. Host Southern Drum: All Nations Drum. Invited drums: All Drums are invited. Entertainment: Dave Trezak ( N.A.M.Y.> award winner)  Kashka Larue (Tlingit Legend Keeper). Booths and fees: 20 Vendors and 2 Food Booths. Some demonstration booths. Comments: Educational pow wow with kids day on Friday. Camping for dancers and vendors. Luck of the draw dance money for registered dancers($5.00). Limited electric for vendors. Camp feed Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Directions: I-40, Exit 73, on the Southwest Service Road, behind Mustard's Restaurant at the Rodeo Grounds. General contact name: Mabel Benjamin 813-765-3073 rocksandthingstoo@hotmail.com Vendor Contact: Mabel Benjamin 813-765-3073 rocksandthingstoo@hotmail.com Other contacts: Mikko Ayo (Chief Hawk ) 704-418-1924

   May 9 - 11, 2008 ~ 17th Annual Mothers Day Native American Pow Wow

Withlacoochie River Park ~ 12449 Withlacoochie Blvd., Dade City, Florida

"Mittie, Robert Wood, and family are back to stay" There will be 35 Vendors, 2 Demonstrators, and 2 Food Vendors - Set up On Wed & Thurs May 7 & 8 - All School Children on May 9th - For more info call or e-mail ~ Mittie Wood 1-352-583-3388 or mvto@embarq.com or Sharon Thomas 1-352-521-3012 or windspirit1985@yahoo.com Withlacoochee Native American Indian Culture, Inc. PO BOX 215 - Trilby, Florida 33593-0215 - No Alcohol, No Drugs, No Firearms, All Pets Must be on a Leash - NO WOLF'S ALLOWED

May 17 - 18, 2008 ~ Cumberland Plateau 7th Annual Powwow

Cookeville, Tennessee 38501

Putnam County Fairgrounds, Cookeville, TN. - Saturday May 17th, gates open at 9:00 a.m. Grand Entry at 11:00 a.m. Closing at 8:00 p.m. Sunday May 18th, gates open at 10:00 a.m. Closing at 5:00 p.m. We Welcome All Drums and Dancers !!!!!!! Come and join us for a very special event!!!! Putnam County Fairgrounds, Cookeville, Tennessee Behind Ryan's Steakhouse. Exit 287 off of I-40 Free primitive camping. NO hook-ups. Cold showers. Trade blanket on Saturday night. IIC feeds all of their staff, drums, dancers from Friday to Sunday. Set-up on Friday. Linda 931-544-4908 or Carol 931-372-0495 icpowwow@yahoo.com

May 17, 2008 ~ 4th Annual Catawba Senior Powwow ~ Rock Hill, SC

Other drums welcome - Our spiritual leader:  Earl Carter - Traditional powwow.  All dancers welcome.  Practice your style. - Powwow will be held at Green Earth Catawba housing ball park, 2900 Sturgis Road, Rock Hill, SC.  Grand entry at 11 a.m. - For more information, Jim: trickybear@yahoo.com.  Vendors:  contact Jeanette at bluelargo10@hotmail.com, 803-328-3672.  Twenty spaces for arts and craft, two spaces for food (filled).  $30 for 10X10 spaces.  Directions:  From Columbia, SC or Charlotte, NC, turn off I-77 at Exit 79 and go east on Dave Lyle Blvd, all the way to the end.  Take Waterford Park Drive to the right for about 1/4 mile (to the end), and turn left onto Sturgis Road.  Stay on Sturgis Road to the end.

  May 24 25, 2008 ~ Napier Field VFD & VPD 1st Fund Raiser Powwow

Napier Field, Napier, AL 36303

Napier Field Volunteer FIre Department and Volunteer Police Department 1st FUndraiser Pow Wow sponsored by: Napier Filed Volunteer Fire and Police Departments and will be held at: 358 Headquarters Street 1 block from the Dothan airport. No contest powwow. Admission Fee: Adults- $4, children -$2, elders 65 & up and children 6 & under-Free. MC: Gary Smith. HL: Gwen Babs. AD: Peter Kassaras. Invited drums: all drums welcome. Booths and fees: 30 craft vendors, Fee $50 plus 1 donated item for the auction. Food vendors 2, Fee $100. Directions: I-65 get off at the Dothan airport exit Napier Field is 1 block from the airport at 358 Headquarters Street. General contact name: Charles Klien 334-983-3007 www.nffd.net Vendor Contact: Mark or Ruth Davis ravenspiritwalker@yahoo.com 256-820-6315

May 24 25, 2008 ~ 2008 North Bay Clan Pow Wow

3733 County Road 2321 - Southport, FL 32409

Drum: Decendants - MC: John Ferguson - Dancing, Singing, Crafts, Food - Friday - Saturday 9am to Until - Sunday 9am - 3pm - Grand Entry each day 1pm - Karl Bush (850)381-8400

May 31 - June 1, 2008 ~ Mantle Rock 6th Annual InterTribal

318 Sturgis Rd Marion, KY 42064

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  June 7 -8, 2008 ~ Native Solutions 10th Annual Intertribal Powwow

Oxford Lake Park across from the tennis courts, Oxford, Alabama

ravenspiritwalker@yahoo.com

Native Solutions 10th Annual Intertribal Pow Wow sponsored by: Native Solutions and will be held at: Oxford Lake Park across from the tennis courts. No contest powwow. Admission Fee: Adults $5; elders 65 & up and children 12 & under-Free. MC: Bryan Halfday, Chippewa Nation, Ontario. HM: Jerry "Smitty" Smith. HL: Gwen Babs. AD: Cowboy. Host Northern Drum: TBA. Host Southern Drum: TBA. Invited drums: all drums welcome. Booths and fees: 25 craft vendors, fee $130. 2 food vendors, fee $200. Comments: Times: Sat-10-7, grand entry 11:00; Sun-10-6, grand entry 12:00 Luck of the draw for dancers Pow wow ambassador contest No drugs or alcohol allowed Bring your own lawn chairs; rain or shine. Directions: I-20 exit 185, going westbound, turn right at the end of the exit, take a right at Shoney's, pow wow will be on the right just past Days Inn; going eastbound turn left, go under the overpass, turn right at Shoney's, pow wow will be on the right just past Days Inn. General contact name: Tony 256-835-0110 Vendor Contact: Mark or Ruth 256-820-6315

 

June 14 - 15, 2008 ~ Intertribal Pow Wow

Pikesville, TN

 

June 14 - 15, 2008 ~ 28th Annual Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Pow-Wow

Salem County Fairgrounds ~ Woodstown, NJ 08098

 

June 20 - 22, 2008 ~ Tatanka Oyate Wacipi

Farmington, PA

 

      June 28 - 29, 2008 ~ 4th Annual Eastern Native American

"WE are all RELATED" Charity Pow Wow

Whippoorwill Hollow Organic Farm ~ Walnut Grove, GA

(Between Conyers and Monroe on Hwy 138)

Profits will go to support Native Americans with Diabetes and support OUR Elders - Demonstrators, Craft and Food Vendors, Educational Children's Games and activities, Story Tellers and Much More!  Admission $10 per Vehicle - Bring the whole Family!! Gates open 10am - 6pm Saturday Grand Entry at 12 noon - Sunday 10am - 5pm Grand Entry at 1pm - Primitive Camping available for tents and campers for dancers and vendors only - Flag retirement ceremony & Trade Blanket on Saturday night - Contact: Whippoorwill Hollow Farms whippoorwillholf@bellsouth.net 678-625-3272 Andy Byrd - 770-601-0109 Hilda Byrd - NO Politics, NO Weapons, NO Drugs, and NO Alcohol !  Vendors by invitation only - Directions: From Atlanta, take I-20 east to exit #82 (Conyers/Hwy 138). Take a left onto Hwy 138 and go 9 miles to Walnut Grove (Walton County). Continue through the traffic light - our farm is 1 mile on the left.

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July

July 7 - 14, 2008 ~ A Journey of the Seventh Fire: A Continuation

1232 Indian Trail ~ Blackshear, GA 31516

Presented by Tradin' Tyme at the Squirrel's Den - To Honor the Creator, To honor the influence of the Positive Energies of the Universend to Honor the Guidance of the spirits of the Good Ancestors.

HOW: Meditation and Contemplation.  A loose schedule of events will be planned.  Intertribal and Stomp Dance are definitely being considered.  The Gathering will begin at 7am on 07/07/08 and will continue for 7 days to 07/14/08 on 7 acres of land.

It will begin by 7 fires lit by 7 fire keepers and 7 fire bearers by live embers carried in Alabama Mussel Shells to 7 Camps.  When the fires are all lit, 7 Conch Shells will be sounded and the festivities will begin!

There will be Trade Blanket Daily and NO Vending - The FEED will be Communal Stone Soup- The specialty of the House!!

**NOTE: This event is by Invitation Only and NOT Open to the public ** Please call me if you are interested in attending or if you wish to help make this gathering a success.  Squirrel 912-449-3335 squirrelysden@yahoo.com Very Little electricity - However there are Hot and Cold Showers and  Restrooms on the grounds.

Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability:  Your participation in this private event is at your sole and exclusive risk.  The host of this event may refuse admittance, or ask you to leave the event at any time for any reason.  You agree and understand that injuries and damages can occur by natural causes or by the acts of other persons or third parties, either as a result of negligence or because of other reasons and that you are personally responsible for all costs and/or risks associated with this activity.  You agree and understand and intend that this assumption of risk and release is binding upon you and includes any minors accompanying you at this event.

 

    July 11 - 13, 2008 ~ Strong Sun Festival & Pow Wow

2147 Historic Bethabara Rd - Winston-Salem, NC 27106

PDF Flyer   Neetribe, Inc. - 3517 Union Hill Rd - East Bend, NC 27018 - 1-336-816-7747 or info@neetribe.org

 

July 18 - 20, 2008 ~ **We have a family engagement in Cherokee, NC this weekend**

 

July 19 - 20, 2008 ~ 2008 Feast of the East

Camp Sheppard, Gandeeville, Roane Co. West Virginia

I-79 Exit 19 then 13 miles North on 19

PDF Flyer  To honor Native American women's Drum Groups, the Native American culture in the East and the strength and creativity of the Eastern Native American people.  Mel 304-823-3087- or Janie 304-290-0517 meblead@motherearthbeat.net  or songwoman@motherearthbeat.net  Vendors contact: Lorraine 304-736-5074

 

July 25 - 27, 2008 ~ Wolf Creek Indian Village & Museum Green Corn Festival & Pow Wow

Bland County Fairgrounds - Main Street - Bland, Virginia 24315

PDF Flyer  Vendor info: Penny Plummer 1-276-688-3438 -  indianvillage@naxs.net  

 

July 25 - 26, 2008 ~ Hawks in Wind Benefit Indian Festival

1050 CR 67 ~  Moulton, AL 35650

Karen Cooper 205-706-0202 kcooper30@att.blackberry.net   MC Charles 1-Bears Lahay - Host Drums Wirgrass - Hawks in Wind Pantries -  Arena Director Cecil Brill

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August

 

   August 1 - 2, 2008 ~ 15th Annual Frank Liske Park Powwow

Frank Liske Park ~ Concord, NC 28025

We welcome other drums, please see arena director. Head Gourd Dancer: Rich Perry This is a traditional southern protocol powwow Grand Entry: Friday: 7 p.m.; Saturday: 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Gourd dancing at 1 p.m. Saturday: Craft contest, 10 a.m.; Fur and Feathers, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Princess contest registration deadline, 12 p.m.; Crazy midnight auction begins 30 minutes after evening session ends. Please schedule all specials in advance with the emcee. Committee special only on Saturday night. Please bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and canopies.Traders contact: Gene Hall 336-249-1033 or 336-413-1812 - George Hoyt 704-786-5705 gehoyt@carolina.rr.com 

 

August 9-10, 2008 ~ Honoring Turtle Island Pow Wow

13961 Main St SE - Sedalia (Midway), OH 43151

From Columbus,Oh take 71S to exit 75 turn right 3miles on right at Midway Community Park - From Cincinnatti,Oh take 71N to exit 75 turn left 3miles on right Midway Community Park - Primitive camping available for drums,dancers,vendors - donation taken over weekend for Midway Youth Association - Brian Darst 614-832-6283  

 

  August 15 - 17, 2008 ~ Red Hawks Gathered Nations City of King Pow Wow

436 South Main Street -  King, NC 27021

Camping spaces for tipi or tents are available at no cost to all participants and their family members. Restrooms and shower facilities are on pow wow grounds. Camper/trailer slips with water, sewer and electric hook-up are also available to all participants and their family members however these spaces require a fee that must be paid directly to the American Legion.(to reserve one of these spaces please contact Jim Lone Eagle at (336) 983-3608) Gates open at 5:00 pm Friday August 15th and Grand Entry is 7:00 pm. Saturday August 16th gates open at 9:00 am and Grand Entry is 11:00 am and 7:00 pm. Sunday August 17th gates open at 10:00 am and we close 6:00 pm and Grand Entry time for Sunday will be 2:00 pm. This event is to "Honor our Veterans" of past and present and is a drug and alcohol free environment. Have a great - safe summer. See you soon! Lance Red Hawk 336-985-3837 cityofkingpowwow@yahoo.com

 

   August 22 - 24, 2008 ~ Bluff Creek Gathering/Pow Wow

1250 County Hwy 123 - Phil Campbell, AL 35581

rabbit9@hughes.net Chief Rabbit Riddle 205-489-5406 - United Cherokee Nation Alabama  http://theunitedcherokeenation.com

KenCloudWalker - Arena Director

 

August 23 - 24, 2008 ~ 3rd Annual Intertribal Pow Wow

Fort Yargo State Park ~ Windsor, Ga 30680

This pow wow will feature Native American dancers, ceremonies and vendors. $1 - $5 plus $3 parking. 770-867-3489.

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September

 

  September 5-7, 2008 ~ 2008 Perry Annual InterTribal Pow Wow

Hwy 19/27 ~ Perry, FL, 32348

Scott French 850-838-2283 sjfrench2001@yahoo.com  Headman - Bobby Dubois; Headlady - Sandy Dubois; MC - John Ferguson;Host Drums - Sage Creek Drummers and Singers; AD - Judy Shadow Fox; Vendors by Invitation Only Water and Electricity Connections provided Free Admission and Parking - Restrooms and Showers available - Primitive Camping - Pow Wow program from 09:00Am til 10:00 PM - Grand Entry 19:30 PM - Head Veteran: Mark Windham

 

   September 19 - 21, 2008 ~ Spirit People Intertribal

Family Fall Pow Wow

J.B. Starkey Ranch  ~ 12959 S.R. 54, Odessa, FL

MC - John Ferguson, Drum - Decendants, Head Veteran - Blue Deer, AD - Ken Cloudwalker

 

September 19 - 21, 2008 ~ Trail of Tears Remembrance

End of the Trail ~ Waterloo, Alabama 35677

Presented by: The Native American Warrior Society - All Dancers Welcome - Saturday Night - Free Live Music - FREE Camping ALL Weekend - Food and Arts & Crafts Vendors will be available for all needs - River Walk Dedication - Saturday Sept 20 at 4pm - Remember Native Americans Townofh2o@aol.com 256-764-3237

 

September 26 - 28, 2008 ~ The Village of The Descendants

2nd Annual Sopchoppy Pow Wow

252 Park Ave ~ Sopchoppy, FL 32358

Gwen 850-722-4963 creekdescendants@yahoo.com  MC - Jamie Host Drums - The Descendants Arena Director - Bill Silver Eagle

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  October 9 -12, 2008 ~ Tannehill Indian Festival

Tannehill Stables ~ McCalla, AL 35111

This has been Canceled

 

 

October 2 - 4, 2008 ~ Cherokee of Georgia  Fall Pow Wow

St George, GA 31562

This schedule is an estimate of times and activities, as we usually run on "Indian time".Thursday & Friday9 a.m. ................ Flag Raising, school field trips 1 p.m. .................Intertribal Dancing SUNDOWN ......Lowering of our flags. 7 p.m. (Friday).... Grand Entry, Intertribal Dancing Saturday 9 a.m. ................ Flag Raising NOON .............. Lunch at Camp 1 p.m. ....... ........ Gourd Dance (if we have enough participants) 1 - 5 p.m. ........... Intertribal Dancing, Princess competition, story telling and anything else we come up with that may be culturally informative or even fun. 5:30 p.m. ...........Supper For The Camp SUNSET ...........Flag lowering 7 p.m. ................ Grand Entry Invocation, Veteran's Songs, Memorial Song Commence Evening Program and Dancing. The Dancing will conclude when Dancers and Drummers stop. Fry Bread, Indian Chili, Ice Tea, Lemonade, Coffee, Hot Chocolate, Sodas and Hot Dogs are available at the cook shack. Breakfast is sold on Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings. The Cherokee of Georgia Tribal Library and Cultural Center will be open for your enjoyment between the afternoon dances and the evening grand entry and dancing on Friday and Saturday. Please note: If anyone has an upcoming Powwow that they would like to have announced in the arena, please give a flyer or the information to the M.C. For the consideration of everyone, there are bathrooms available. Your assistance in keeping them clean is appreciated - County Road 121 and State Hwy 94 - Cherokee Of Georgia Tribal Council, Inc. - Rt. 1 Box 1019  -Saint George, GA 31562-9796 - United States Phone: 912-843-2230

 

October 10 -13, 2008 ~ 1st Annual Falling Leaves Intertribal Gathering and Pow Wow

556 Crocket Road - Samson, Alabama 36477

7 miles south-southwest of Samson, AL & 24 miles north of DeFuniak Springs, Florida - Gates open at 9 am daily with flag raising - Gates close 6pm daily with lowering of the colors - The Gathering will be a week long event beginning Wednesday, October 8, 2008 and closing Wednesday, October 15, 2008. The property will open to Native American traders, dancers, drums, and campers on Wednesday, October 8th at 12:00 noon. The Pow Wow will last four days, begining Friday, October 10, 2008 and closing Monday, October 13, 2008. The property will open to the General Public daily at 9:00 am with a flag raising ceremony and close daily at 6:00 pm with a flag lowering ceremony. ADMISSION: FREE ~ However a donation of non-perishable food items or new, unwrapped toys would greatly be appreciated. - Jaime "Spirit Warrior" Nemeth, the 2008 Falling Leaves Intertribal Gathering & Pow Wow Emcee- C.J. Phillips, Arena Director - The Descendants,Host Drum - Chief Thundering Elk, of the Seven Rivers Warrior Society, Head Veteran - David White Wolf, Head Man Dancer - Vetta Stomping Butterfly, Head Lady Dancer - Grandma Coyote, a Storyteller - Meet Thunder, from Wrede's Wildlife Refuge in Sebring, Florida.Contact: The Eagle's Nest of Alabama c/o Rev. William M. Silaghi (334) 360-1106 - Bill or Teresa (334)898-1980 EaglesNestCenter@aol.com website: http://members.aol.com/eaglesnestcenter/index.htm  

 

  Ocotber 17 - 19, 2008 ~ Cherokee's Of Alabama 8th Fall Festival

Hwy 69 West - Arab, Alabama 35016 ~ Flyer

Bobby (REDHAWK) Sterling 256-931-6004 email: redhawk1947@yahoo.com  email: redhawk@cherokeesofalabama.com  Deborah(Brightstar) Sterling 256-931-6004 email: dterling@yahoo.com  email: brightstar@cherokeesofalabama.com  Barry (BigBear)Hill email: bigbear@cherokeesofalabama.com  Matonda(3-winds)Hill email: 3-winds@cherokeesofalabama.com  FLYER'S CHEROKEE'S OF ALABAMA 125 mercury drive ARAB,ALABAMA 35016 256-931-6004 Headman - MASHU; Headlady -  WOLFWOMAN; MC -  Art Bolduc; Host Drums - Cherokee Road Singers; Arena Director - SKYHAWK; FREE ADMISSION TO THE PUBLIC  -GRAND ENTRY-SATURDAY -10:00-5:00 ~ SUNDAY-12:00-5:00 TRADE BLANK ON SATURDAY NIGHT  - AUCTION AT 2:00 ON SATURDAY

 

  October 17 - 19 2008 ~ Cox Osceola Intertribal Pow Wow Festival

Oklawaha Band of Yamasee ~ Orange Springs, Florida

Call- White Fawn @ 352-546-5525, Buck 352-546-1386, or Running Elk 352-546-5724 - Gates open Fri & Sat 9am to 10pm, Sun 9am to 6pm - Native American Crafts, Storey telling, dancing, food, auctions - Donation Adule $2; Children $1; under 6 FREE - Gate Prizes!!!!!!!! Bring Chairs, FREE Primitive Camping, Hot Showers; ALL Animals must be on a Leash, NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL - Daily Raffles and Lotteries ; Host Drum- Family Drum Singers; Guest Drum - Yamassee Youth Drum; Heady Lady Dancer - Princess White Dove Buford; Head Man Dancer - Herb Buffalo Dancer; MC - Dave Trezak ~ From I-75 or 301 travel south from Gainsville or North from Ocala to junction CR-318 (I-75 exit #368 at the Petro Truck Stop) Travel East to the end of the road and turn left on CR-315 at the blinking light; proceed to junction SR21; Turn right on NE 243rd Street (alongside church at fork in road) which becomes NE 130th Court Road and follow the signs.

 

October 17 - 19 2008 ~ TAMA Intertribal Pow Wow

1111 West 9th Street ~ Panama City, Florida 32401

Information call Richard Venable or Barbara gorman 850-785-8714 BamaCreek@bellsouth.net Featuring The McCormick Singers, Arts & Crafts, Storey Telling, Indian Foods, Indian Dancing - Host Drum - The Decendants; School Day October 17th; Sunday Church Day October 19th Everyone Welcome http://home.rose.net/~mvr/

 

Ocotber 10 - 12, 2008 ~ 1st Horse Power Pow Wow

Jacksonville Equestrian Center ~ Jacksonville, Florida

Jacksonville Equestrien Center - Jacksonville, 1st annual event. Host Drum: Billy Evens Horse, MC: Fred Glennon, Arena Director: TBA, Head Vet. TBA, Head man and Head Lady Fred and Diana Ring. Contact: 352-318-4385, email: oldbear1452@yahoo.com.

 

   October 24 -26, 2008 ~ A Festival of Native American Arts & Crafts

ChattahoocheeRiver Landing Park ~ Chattahoochee, Florida

Presented by: The City of Chattahoochee and John Ferguson & Jerry Lang - Native American Drumming, Arts & Crafts, Storey telling, Native Food, Flint Knapping, Pottery, Living History Village, Grand Entries, Exhibition and Intertribal Dancing ~ Public Welcome - FREE Admission - FREE Parking - Bring a Lawn Chair and Stay ALL Day - hours: 10 am - 10 pm Friday and Saturday; 10 am - 4 pm Sunday - Dancers Camp FREE - Traders by Invitation Only - Pets on a leash at all times - No Big Dogs - more information: 229-377-8621 - write: Chattahoochee Gathering, 1283 Providence Rd - Whigham, GA 39897 or e-mail: jerryjan@rose.net Sponsors Welcome

 

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November

   October 31, November 1-2, 2008 ~ 22nd Annual AIA Orlando Pow Wow

Central Florida Fairgrounds - Orlando, Florida 32808  PDF Flier

Honoring those who served - Performers: Arvel Bird, Utah Ferris, Carol Crystal Woman, Special Appearance by Richard Perricone Former P.O.W.Vietnam War - Admission Adults -$6,Children-$3,Military -$4,Seniors -$3,Students -$4,3-day pass-$15,Military & Veterans (in uniform)FREE ADMISSION - For more information: Peggy Wolfe (407) 327-8207 Trina Mansfield (706) 253-3426 Email: aiaofflorida@hotmail.com  Website: www.aiaofflorida.org Host Drum - The Family Drum Singers

 

November 7 - 9, 2008 ~ 21st Thunderbird Intertribal Powwow

Corner of FL Highway 85N & College Boulevard ~ Niceville, Florida    Flyer

Located at the Niceville Mullet Festival Grounds  -   For more information, call Kirby Locklear 850-863-5311 kirby.locklear@cox.net ~Spend the day with craft makers, singers, dancers, flute players, storytellers, Intertribal Dancing, Dance Exhibitions, Competitions ~ Host Northern - Medicine Tail; Host Southern Drum - Fort Oakland Ramblers;  Head Man - Leland Thompson LaBlanc, LA;  Head Lady - Michelle Reed;  Master of Ceremonies - Chefe Roy Oklahoma; Honor Guard - Thunderbird Honor Guard; Dancing (Prize Money over $3500, see web site for rules and information) – Traditional Drums and Singers – Exhibits NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL ALLOWED -  ADMISSION: $2 – Everyone Welcomed Sponsored by The Thunderbird Intertribal Council, A 501 c 3 Tax Charitable Organization – Something for everyone

  November 7 - 9, 2008 ~ Veterans Honor Society Florida Pow Wow

Veterans of Foreign Wars Retirement Home

12801 N.E. 139th Place ~  Ft. McCoy, FL

Donation $2 per person, All proceeds to benefit the VFW Retirement Home ~ MC - Gunny St Germain; AD - Ken Cloudwalker; Head  Man - TBA; Head Lady - TBA; Host Drum - TBA; Head Veteran - Residents of the Veteran Home; Tlingit Legend Keeper 'Kashka'; David 'White Wolf' Trezak concert at 3pm on Saturday - Special Exhibit 'Thunder' the American Bald Eagle, by Wrede's Wildlife Rehabilitation Center - Gates open Friday & Saturday 9am - 8:30pm; Sunday 9am - 5pm; Grand Entry - Friday and Saturday 1pm & 6pm; Sunday 1pm ; Info call Dave and Linda 352-239-2787

  November 14 - 16, 2008 ~ North Bay Creek Clan Veterans Day Pow Wow

3733 County rd 2321 ~ Southport , Fl 32444

North Bay Clan of the Lower Creek Muskogee tribe MC - John Fergeson; Performer -  Arvel Bird; Host Drums -  Decendents;  Carl Bush 850-381-8400 Tatowier@aol.com 

 

November 14 - 16, 2008 ~ Suwanee Pride Live Oak Amewrican Indian Festival

Suwannee County Fairgrounds Hwy 51 ~ Live Oak, Florida

Suwannee Pride Live Oak Pow Wow sponsored by: Suwannee Pride Club and will be held at: Suwannee County Fair grounds Hwy 51 in Live Oak Fl. Contest Powwow. Admission Fee: $4.00 adults, children 12 and under free. MC: Dave White Wolf Trezak. Booths and fees: List Total Number of Vendor and Food Booths and Booth Fees.  18 vendor spaces @ $165.00 No food booth space available Comments: Free camping (primative) Camp Feed Friday & Sat. evening, for Reg. dancers, vendors , volunteers ,& entertainment five hook ups across grounds for $30.00 for the week end. Daily Draw money for Reg.Dancers.Reg $5.00 Drum Contest 1st $500.00 2nd $300.00 3rd $100.00 Reg.$ 30.00. Directions: I-10 to Live Oak exit go south on 129 into Live Oak,cross Hwy 90 stay in right lane and take Hwy 51 to the right follow to the fair grounds. General contact name: Julie Norris 386-935-2982 jno8363406@aol.com  Vendor Contact: Julie Norris jn08363406@aol.com  Other contacts: jno8363406@aol.com

 

   November 28 - 30, 2008 ~ Firewalker's Legacy Thanksgiving Pow Wow

Hart Springs Campground ~ Bell, Florida 32619

 

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December

   December 5 - 6, 2008 ~ Leesburg Pow Wow

Hwy 27 south end of Leesburg

Host Drum - The Family Drum Singers - MC - David Trezak - AD - Michael Whitewolf Serio - Gates open 9am - 9pm Grand Entry Friday 7pm - Satuday 1pm & 7pm - Sunday 1pm - Admission - Donation at the gate - sponsored by the Intertribal Cultural ArtsSociety Inc - Blood Drive on Saturday 2pm - 5pm by Florida's Blood Center - Vendor Info Brenda Tripp 352-728-2489 triault@hotmail.com powwow info Tom Lipps 352-418-3179 tlipps@cfl.rr.com

 

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