Ziibiwing- Calendar of Events

6650 E. Broadway • Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
Phone: 989-775-4750 • Fax: 989-775-4770
Open Mon. thru Sat. 10am - 6pm • Closed Sundays

JANUARY 2013

January 22
Wholesale Vendor Training
Ziibiwing Commercial Services is hosting a FREE two hour workshop for all Native American people interested in becoming a wholesale vendor. The workshop date is scheduled for January 22 in the Ziibiwing Processing Center at 5:30pm. Please do not bring merchandise for sale to this training; this training is an opportunity for learning. To register for the training, call: (989) 775 4741

January 29
Performance Circle Sign-Up and First Class • 4pm-5:30pm
Performance Circle classes are held every Tuesday. We will hold the first class from 4pm until 5:30pm We will then evaluate the class size and students needs to determine if we need to split the class into smaller groups to offer the best learning opportunities (Senior Class 4pm until 5:30pm & Junior Class 5:30pm until 6:30pm)

Sign-up today for this 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginners may join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers may join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music and language.) It also strives to prepare our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

Download the Spring 2013 Registration Form(.pdf)

FEBRUARY 2013 (top)

February 5
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to participate tonight in what will be the first class of our 12-week certification program! If you were unable to make it on the 29th don’t worry, there is still time to enroll and attend classes. Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.
Download the Spring 2013 Registration Form(.pdf)

February 12
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

February 16-23
Collection Showing
The artistic traditions of the Anishinaabek were best expressed in the decoration of clothing and the detailing of utilitarian objects. Clothing and other objects used in daily life were adorned with manufactured beads, porcupine quills, silk ribbon and silver.
The Ziibiwing Center is home to an impressive collection of cultural material and recent acquisitions and will exhibit a variety of historical and contemporary objects on Saturday, Feb. 16 through Saturday, Feb. 23.
Join William Johnson, center curator, on Saturday Feb. 16 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. as he focuses on the ever evolving artistic expression and creativity of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan and the Great Lakes Anishinaabek.

Click here to download a flyer for this event (.pdf)

February 19
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

February 26
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

MARCH 2013 (top)

March 5
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

March 7
New Exhibit VIP Sneak Preview (By Invitation)
Great Lakes Native Quilting

March 9
New Exhibit Grand Opening The newest changing exhibit at the Ziibiwing Center, Great Lakes Native Quilting, is the first exhibition devoted to North American Indian quilting in the Great Lakes region. Organized by Michigan State University curator of folk arts Marsha MacDowell, the exhibit grew out of work from the MSU Museum's previous major national research and exhibition project on Native quilt making in North America and Hawaii.

This exhibit examines the historical introduction of quilting as well as the contemporary use and meaning of quilts made by Oneida, Odawa, Potawatomi, Ojibwa, and Mohawk quilt makers living in Minnesota, Michigan, Wisconsin, New York, and Ontario. It showcases the diversity of Native quilt making and pays tribute to the artists who continue to work in this expressive cultural medium.

The sixteen quilts included in the exhibit are primarily drawn from the MSU Museum collection with additional loans from other private and public collections. The exhibit also includes photographs of quilters and quilting activities, biographical sketches of contemporary quilters, explanatory text panels, and four contextual settings which visually demonstrate the uses of quilts in Great Lakes Native communities, both historically and today.

Free entry with paid admission to the permanent exhibit.

Information provided courtesy of the MSU Museum

Click here to download a flyer for this event (.pdf)

Events

March 9 • 12pm-6pm
In Stitches Quilting Group
Exhibit & Quilting Bazaar at Ziibiwing Center

March 12 - August 1 • Tuesdays 1pm-3pm & Thursdays 4pm-6pm
Join the In Stitches Quilting Group at Ziibiwing Center to create an Honoring,
Healing & Remembering Commemorative Quilt in memory of the former students of the Mt. Pleasant Indian Industrial Boarding School (MIIBS)

March 14 • 5pm-7pm
Sewing 101 Workshop with
Angela Mitchell at Ziibiwing Center (meal provided)

May 18-25 • 10am-6pm
In Stitches Quilting Group Exhibit with selected quilts from Ziibiwing’s Collection

March 12
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

March 19
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

March 26
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

APRIL 2013 (top)

April 1-5
Artist in Residence: Shirley Brauker
Join us as we host Shirley Brauker, a member of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians, for an Artist-in-Residence program at the Ziibiwing Center. Shirley will be hosting events for both youth and adults. The youth workshop is a four-day event taking place on April 1, 2, 4 & 5 from 10am – 2pm. The students will learn how to make corn husk dolls, drums, hide drawings and a beaded pouch. They will also create a puppet show. Space is limited to the first 30 to register.
The adult workshop will be held April 2, 4 & 5 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm, with a focus on block prints. The workshop is offered to anyone 18 or older. There is a $35 materials fee and space is limited to 25.

Pre-registration is required for both sessions.

Call (989) 775-4744 for registration details.

April 9
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

April 16
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

April 15-19, 22-26
Mother Earth Weeks
Teachers, call and book today! Open to K-6 grades and limited to 60 students per day. Bring your own brown bag lunch and learn about the history of wild rice, wild rice harvesting, and language teachings. Experience hands-on environmental activities and enjoy wild rice sampling. Admission is $4 per student and $2 per educator. For more information or to make your reservation, contact Glenna Genereaux at (989) 775-4744 or email ggenereaux@sagchip.org.

April 23
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

April 30
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend class tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

MAY 2013 (top)

May 2-3
Ziibiwing’s 9th Birthday Sale
Come celebrate our birthday with us as we turn 9! The Ziibiwing Center and Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort gift shops are selling off hundreds of items at rummage sale prices in the Grand Entrance Lobby of the Ziibiwing Center. Special activities will be held! Be sure to mark your calendar to join us for the greatest sale of the year!

May 7
Performance Circle Graduation • 6-9pm
Students will demonstrate what they have learned by showcasing cultural dance and songs for family and friends at the Broadway Theatre, 216 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858. A reception will follow the performance. This event is free and open to the public.

May 11
Bird Day Celebration • 1-4pm
Come join us for a FREE day of educational fun for the entire family. View a special dance performance, as well as a live “Birds of Prey” presentation with Joe Rogers from the Wildlife Recovery Association. Visit booths and “measure your wingspan,” make your own bird masks and enjoy other free giveaways. The event will be held in the Ziibiwing Center Lobby.

May 18-25
Collection Showing
More information will be provided soon!

JUNE 2013 (top)

June 3-7
Dikinaagan (Cradleboard) Workshop • Mon. - Fri. 5pm - 7pm
The Anishinabek believe children are gifts from the Creator to be respected, nurtured and loved. Our families create beautiful cradleboards (dikinaaganan) for their babies (abinoojiinsag.) Learn about these beautiful works of art and the role they play in our community. Learn first-hand how they are constructed and how to properly use them. This workshop is limited to 10 participants who will help assure the transference of our Anishinabe cultural knowledge on to the next generations.

June 6
Mt. Pleasant Indian Industrial Boarding School: “Honoring, Healing & Remembering.”
Remembering Commemorative Quilt at the MIIBS site

June 18
Wholesale Vendor Training • Time TBD
Ziibiwing Commercial Services is hosting a FREE two hour workshop for all Native American people interesting in becoming a wholesale vendor. The workshop date is scheduled for January 22 in the Ziibiwing Processing Center at 5:30pm. Please do not bring merchandise for sale to this training; this training is an opportunity for learning. To register for the training, call: (989) 775 4741

June 22
Community Cultural Teaching at the Sanilac Petroglyphs (near Cass City, Michigan) • 11am-3pm
The Sanilac Petroglyph (Ezhibiigaadek Asin-Written on Stone) is not only a place of natural beauty and wonder; it is a sacred ceremonial site for our people. Our people have been traveling to the site for many generations. Come and join us as we honor their teachings and take on the role of stewardship. We continue to host our yearly Summer Community Cultural Teachings and Celebration on these sacred grounds due to cultivating collaborative relationships with Michigan's DNR. We show respect for Mother Earth and recognize the important role we have as guardians of our sacred sites. Our guests and the Ziibiwing Center¹s staff members go to great measures to protect Asin (rock) and Shkagmigkwe (Mother Earth) while we are hosting our event. Due to the deterioration of the markings within Asin, there will be limited cleansing in order to protect it.

JULY 2013 (top)

July 6
American Indian Dance: Men & Women's Traditional • 12pm, 2pm & 4pm
Free and open to the public. Traditional dance is the oldest form of dance for men and women. The men's traditional dance tells the story of creation, combat, and hunting. The women's traditional dance honors the connection women share with mother earth. Women traditional dancers are called the "backbone of our nation." Call 989-775-4750 for more information.

July 13
American Indian Dance: Men's Grass & Women's Jingle • 12pm, 2pm & 4pm
Free and open to the public. Long ago, men's grass dancers were responsible for preparing a ceremonial clearing through dance. This form of dance represents the movement of blowing grass. The women's jingle dress was born from a young Ojibwe woman's dream to heal her people. There are 365 tin or copper cones attached to the dress that represent each day of the year. Each cone is filled with a prayer, and as the cones "dance" the prayers are released. Call 989-775-4750 for more information.

July 20
American Indian Dance: Men's Fancy Feather & Women's Fancy Shawl • 12pm, 2pm & 4pm
Free and open to the public. Men's fancy feather dancers are dressed in two multi-colored feather bustles around their neck and waste. Fancy dancers will amaze you with their high jumps, spins and fancy footwork. Women's Fancy Shawl, also called the "Butterfly Dance", began in the mid-20th century. Women are dressed in intricate beadwork and matching shawls that create beauty in motion as these dancers perform dazzling footwork and spins. Call 989-775-4750 for more information.

July 27
American Indian Dance: Social and Hoop Dancing • 12pm, 2pm & 4pm
Free and open to the public. The Hoop Dance creates and brings to life unique symbols and designs of nature, such as flowers, trees, animals, and birds. This style of dance visually shows our connection with the earth and all living things. Social Dances bring together people from all walks of life. The Two-Step or Rabbit Dance is a dance for couples. The Crow Hop honors the crow and the work it does to keep Mother Earth clean. Inter-Tribal dancing is an opportunity to try the different styles of men or women's dance. Call 989-775-4750 for more information.

July 29-31
Hoop Dance Day Camp • 7pm
This camp is for children in the 6th to 8th grade, (11-13 age range) interested in learning more about the Hoop Dance. The Hoop Dance creates and brings to life unique symbols and designs of nature, such as flowers, trees, animals and birds. This style of dance visually shows our connection with the earth and all living things. It will be held
Mon. – Fri. at the Ziibiwing Center

July 31
NativeFest – Car Bingo
The Ziibiwing Center of Anishinabe Culture & Lifeways is hosting NativeFest, a 4-day celebration of North American Indian Culture. The 7th Annual Indian Car Bingo will be held in the Ziibiwing Parking Lot (Rain or Shine). Only $10 per-person, participants will enjoy playing bingo from their car with a chance to WIN fabulous prizes including a cover-all grand prize of a $1,000 gift card. Call 989-775-4750 for more information

AUGUST 2013 (top)

August 1- 2
Hoop Dance Day Camp
This camp is for children in the 6th to 8th grade, (11-13 age range) interested in learning more about the Hoop Dance. The Hoop Dance creates and brings to life unique symbols and designs of nature, such as flowers, trees, animals and birds. This style of dance visually shows our connection with the earth and all living things. It will be held
Mon. – Fri. at the Ziibiwing Center

August 1
NativeFest – Music & Comedy
The Ziibiwing Center of Anishinabe Culture & Lifeways is hosting NativeFest, a 4-day celebration of North American Indian Culture. Help celebrate American Indian Sobriety Month at the Music & Comedy Night event. You'll laugh to an hour long comedy show and enjoy listening to two hours of live music. The Music & Comedy Night will have FREE food, fun and family entertainment. Call 989-775-4750 for more information.

August 2
Unveiling of the MIIBS Student Memorial Quilt at the Saginaw Chippewa Pow Wow

August 2-3
NativeFest – Collection Showing
More information will be provided soon!

August 3
Changing Exhibit Closes

SEPTEMBER 2013 (top)

September 7 • 10am – 6pm
Grandparent’s Day
More information will be provided soon!

September 10
Performance Circle Sign-Up • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Performance Circle classes are held every Tuesday. We will hold the first class from 4p.m. until 5:30p.m. We will then evaluate the class size and students needs to determine if we need to split the class into smaller groups to offer the best learning opportunities (Senior Class 4pm until 5:30pm & Junior Class 5:30pm until 6:30pm)

September 14
Monarch Butterfly Celebration • 1-4pm
Free and open to the public. This will be a memorable experience that is fun for the entire family. View a performance (what is sometimes called the "Butterfly Dance") where women wear brightly colored shawls around their shoulders and dance. Enjoy children's activities, face painting, door prizes and more.

September 17
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to participate tonight in the first class of our 12-week certification program! If you were unable to make it on the 29th don’t worry, there is still time to enroll and attend classes. Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

September 24
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

Sept. 28
Museum Day • 10am-6pm
Go to http://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/ for details

Heritage Special throughout the month (K-8 Classes – Call for Details)

OCTOBER 2013 (top)

October 1
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

October 7
Indigenous People’s Day
More information will be provided soon!

October 8
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

October 15
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

October 16
Eagle Feather Cleansing • 1-6pm
Free and open to the public. Participate with members from the Anishinabe Ogitchedaw Veteran & Warrior Society, Eagle Clan, and Ziibiwing staff in cleaning and honoring the eagle feathers in the Ziibiwing Collection. You may also bring your own personal eagle feathers (or bird feathers) to clean and honor. Some restrictions may apply

October 17 & 18
Eagle Feather Honoring • 1-6pm
Free and open to the public. Honor and visit the eagle feathers in the Ziibiwing Collections. A bowl will be available to leave your semaa (tobacco) offering which will be placed in a sacred fire.

October 18
Eagle Feather Feast • 6-8pm
Free and open to the public. Join with members from the Anishinabe Ogitchedaw Veterans & Warriors Society, Eagle Clan and Ziibiwing staff in feasting with the eagle feathers in the Ziibiwing Collections. You may also bring your own personal eagle feathers (or bird feathers) to the feast. A sacred fire will be lit to place your semaa (tobacco) offerings. Please bring a dish to pass - no poultry or other bird dishes. Some restrictions may apply.

October 22
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

October 29
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

Heritage Special throughout the month (K-8 Classes – Call for Details)

NOVEMBER 2013 (top)

November 1
Spirit Feast • 6-8pm
Free and open to the public. Come experience with us the Anishinabe ceremony that honors our ancestors and loved ones that have gone on before us. It is also a healing ceremony for those of us who are still grieving. This is a time to share the special food, photos, and stories of the one(s) who touched your life. Please bring your feast bundles. Call 989-775-4750 for more information.

November 5
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

November 9-16
Collection Showing
More information will be provided soon!

November 12
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

November 19
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

November 26
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

Heritage Special throughout the month (K-8 Classes – Call for Details)

DECEMBER 2013 (top)

December 3
Performance Circle Class • 4pm-5:30pm / 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Make sure to attend tonight as part of our 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr. Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self-images of all children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as leaders in a multicultural society. Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

December 12 • Time TBD
Annual Appreciation Dinner (By Invitation Only)
More information will be provided soon!

December 14 • Time TBD
Community Cultural Teaching & Feast
More information will be provided soon!

December 17
Performance Circle Graduation • 6-9pm
Students will demonstrate what they have learned by showcasing cultural dance and songs for family and friends at the Broadway Theatre:

216 E. Broadway
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858.

A reception will follow the performance. This event is free and open to the public.

December 24 & 25
The Ziibiwing Center will be closed in celebration of the holiday season.