Ojibwe Calendar
By Nick Hockings -
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PAST EVENTS
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DINNER & ANNUAL MEMBERS HOLIDAY PARTY & MEETING
Saturday, December 14, 2019, 4:00-9pm
Pilcher Park Nature Center
2501 Highland Park Drive
Joliet, IL. 60432
This gathering is a celebration of the community we build by the work we do. Please bring a side dish to share. Main entries, rolls, and beverages will be provided.
The annual members meeting will be held at 4pm. This will be followed by a candlelit walk and the holiday party with dinner and fellowship after the walk. At 7pm we will take turns decorating the Christmas tree with your special ornament. Later, we will hold a holiday split-the-pot raffle.
Every year we ask members to bring a gift for those in need. For the children please bring hats, mittens, or a new toy. For adults please bring a non-perishable food item, toiletries, or household goods.
We ask each family or individual attending the party to make one holiday ornament to decorate our Christmas tree. We will take turns sharing the special meaning of each ornament and then hang them on our tree. The tree will stay decorated until after the holidays, on display at the Nature Center.
This event is free and open to all 2019 Midwest SOARRING volunteers and current members. Memberships can be renewed at the event. All others will be charged a nominal fee of $15 pp. This is a drug and alcohol free event.
INTERFAITH PRAYER CEREMONY
Sunday, November 24, 2019 - 3pm
St. Dennis Church
1214 S. Hamilton St.
Lockport, IL. 60441
Everyone is invited to an enriching interfaith prayer service which includes a Native American prayer to the seven directions. Representatives from other faiths will also share prayers from their respective traditions. Social gathering to follow.
ANNUAL TREE SEED PLANTING
Saturday, November 23, 2019 - 10am-1pm
Scout Cabin
417 Fairbanks Road
Riverside, IL. 60546
We invite all to join SOARRING for our 15,000th tree seed planting. Everyone is invited to gather at the Scout Cabin located along the Des Plaines River at 10am. The hardwood seed planting will begin at 11am followed by food, talk, and teachings. The cabin has a fireplace and parking is available along Fairbanks Ave. Potluck items are welcome. Hot chili, coffee and hot chocolate will be served. Dress for the weather!
FILM SHOWING: WHAT WAS OURS
Saturday, November 16,2019 - 6pm-9:30pm
Universalist Unitarian Church of Joliet
3401 W Jefferson St.
Joliet, Illinois 60431
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, the Universalist Unitarian Church of Joliet and Midwest Soarring Foundation are working together to show the documentary What Was Ours along with a short slideshow of SOARRING's trip to Standing Rock. This will be followed by a discussion by Joe Standing Bear about repatriation and reburial. After the movie, there will be a pot luck, so bring along a dish to share. The event is free and open to the public.
What Was Ours is a film that touches on the lives of three individuals from the Wind River Indian Reservation and their journey to The Field Museum in Chicago, Illinois. They each take this trip with hopes to bring home artifacts stored within the walls of the museum.
“Arapaho and Shoshone people have always wanted a museum on the reservation. When people hear that we ask to borrow our artifacts,
they wonder why we have to ask. They’re ours.”
— Jordan Dresser, Northern Arapaho Tribal Member
For more info on the film visit Facebook event link.
MIDWEST SOARRING 25th ANNUAL HARVEST POW WOW
Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 21 & 22 2019
Naper Settlement
523 S. Webster St.
Naperville, IL 60540
For more info visit www.harvestpowwow.com
2019 COMCAST CARES VOLUNTEER WORK DAY
Saturday, May 4, 2019 - 8am-2pm
Heritage Village
249 West 2nd Street
Lockport, IL. 60441
RSVP by April 18, 2019 at Comcast Cares
Midwest SOARRING cordially invites all volunteers to join Comcast employees for a volunteer work spring cleanup day. We will work together and assist in land clean-up and preparation for spring, clearing out and preparing areas for sacred planting along with building cleaning and organization in Heritage Village in the Village of Lockport.
Volunteer projects will also involve working along the I & M Canal and restoring Monarch butterfly habitat by planting milkweed. Lunch and drinks and a T shirt will be provided. Entertainment will follow lunch.
There is work for all ages and interests, and we always have such a great day working on the land together! Event takes place rain or shine. Please check the weather and dress accordingly.
For more information please call 224.229.5950 or email Sharisse Sheridan. Please register by April 18, 2019.
FILM SHOWING: OUR SPIRITS DON'T SPEAK ENGLISH: INDIAN BOARDING SCHOOL
Saturday, April 27, 2019 - 1:30-3pm
Midwest SOARRING Cultural Center
In April, viewers will learn about the Indian Boarding Schools of the 19th and 20th century in the monthly film screening of Our Spirits Don't Speak English. Each month, guests can enjoy a different 30-40 minute film with discussion about an aspect of Native American culture. These films are produced by Native American filmmakers such as Rich-Heape films, and presented in cooperation with various tribes. All film screenings are offered by Midwest SOARING as a service to the community, and there is no charge to attend.
After the film visit our Native American Cultural Center Gift Shop and enjoy our photo exhibition gallery The Repatriation of Iron Tail's Possessions: The Face on the Indian Nickel and the collection donated by Dr. Clifford Knapp.
Meet and greet other Midwest SOARRING members. We welcome new members.
FILM SHOWING: HOW TO TRACE YOUR NATIVE AMERICAN ANCESTRY
Saturday, March 30, 2019 - 1:30-3pm
Midwest SOARRING Cultural Center
March will kick off Midwest SOARRING’s monthly film screenings at its cultural center. Each month, guests can enjoy a different 30-40 minute film with discussion about an aspect of Native American culture. These films are produced by Native American filmmakers such as Rich-Heape films, and presented in cooperation with various tribes. All film screenings are offered by Midwest SOARING as a service to the community, and there is no charge to attend. March’s film will be the award-winning “How to Trace Your Native American Heritage”. Does your family share a legend about a Native American ancestor? This film can teach how to search for your Native American ancestors, discover your heritage, and perhaps qualify for tribal membership.
After the film visit our Native American Cultural Center Gift Shop and enjoy our photo exhibition gallery The Repatriation of Iron Tail's Possessions: The Face on the Indian Nickel and the collection donated by Dr. Clifford Knapp.
Meet and greet other Midwest SOARRING members. We welcome new members.
SPRING EQUINOX CEREMONY
Wednesday, March 20th, 2019 - 11am
Midwest SOARRING Cultural Center
Midwest SOARRING invites you to join in a short traditional ceremony celebrating the spring equinox led by Joseph Standing Bear Schrantz. The event will focus on health and balance for the new season.
TALKING CIRCLE
Saturday, January 12, 2019 - 11:30 pm
Midwest SOARRING Native American Cultural Center
Talking circles provide an opportunity for individuals to connect with our community over many issues of daily life as well share their spiritual concerns. For those who have not participated in a talking circle we encourage you to get involved. No politics are discussed. Everyone has an opportunity to talk and be heard.
Following each circle there is ample opportunity for fellowship, as we enjoy a feast. We have a tradition of each member bringing a dish to share with others. While we do not have an oven, crock pots, casseroles, salads, and desserts are welcome. Please bring enough to share with others. This is also a time to share each other’s favorite recipes.
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE & NATIVE AMERICAN MARKET
Two Saturdays, December 1st & 15th, 2018 - 11am-5pm
Midwest SOARRING Cultural Center
Shop our specialty vendors displaying unique, handmade Native themed arts and crafts. Find that perfect gift for everyone on your list.
Visit our Native American Cultural Center Gift Shop and enjoy our photo exhibition gallery The Repatriation of Iron Tail's Possessions: The Face on the Indian Nickel and the collection donated by Dr. Clifford Knapp.
Meet and greet other Midwest SOARRING members and share a cup of coffee or hot chocolate. We welcome new members.
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DINNER & ANNUAL MEMBERS HOLIDAY PARTY & MEETING
Saturday, December 8, 2018 - 5:30pm-9pm
Pilcher Park Nature Center
2501 Highland Park Drive
Joliet, IL. 60432
RSVP by December 3, 2018 Call 708.257.4300
This gathering is a celebration of the community we build by the work we do. Please bring a side dish to share. Main entries, rolls, and beverages will be provided.
The annual members meeting will be held at 5pm. This will be followed by a candlelit walk and the holiday party with dinner and fellowship after the walk. At 7pm we will take turns decorating the Christmas tree with your special ornament. Later, we will hold a holiday split-the-pot raffle.
Every year we ask members to bring a gift for those in need. For the children please bring hats, mittens, or a new toy. For adults please bring a non-perishable food item, toiletries, or household goods.
We ask each family or individual attending the party to make one holiday ornament to decorate our Christmas tree. We will take turns sharing the special meaning of each ornament and then hang them on our tree. The tree will stay decorated until after the holidays, on display at the Nature Center.
This event is free and open to all 2018 Midwest SOARRING volunteers and current members. Memberships can be renewed at the event. All others will be charged a nominal fee of $10 pp. This is a drug and alcohol free event.
TRADITIONAL TEACHINGS with RON KANUTSKI
Sunday October 28, 2018 - 1pm
Midwest SOARRING Cultural Center
Join Ron Kanutski for his popular and engaging traditional teachings.Ron Kanutski is a tribal member of the Lake Helen Reserve/Red Rock Band (Obijiwanong). He currently resides in Thunder Bay,Ontario, Canada with his family of seven and is the sole proprietor of With Care Consulting for the past 18 years. Ron actively works in the mental health and addictions field as a consultant, group facilitator, counselor, college professor, trainer, healer and cultural teacher.
As a cultural teacher and facilitator, he has worked actively in the United States and Canada. Ron has spent time with Elders of the Woodland tradition and enjoys sharing those teachings to people of all cultures. Light refreshments will follow.
Advance ticket price $20 per event, $30 for both events Saturday and Sunday. Tickets at the door $25 for each event. Sorry no refunds. Limited seats. For more info call 708.257.4300.
DRUM CIRCLE with RON KANUTSKI
Saturday October 27, 2018 - 1pm
First United Methodist Church of LaGrange
100 W. Cossitt, (East Door Entrance)
LaGrange, IL 60525
Bring your drum or rattle the last weekend in October to join Ron Kanutski for his popular drum social and traditional teachings. Two different events, one Saturday, one Sunday, held at two differnt locations.
Ron Kanutski is a tribal member of the Lake Helen Reserve/Red Rock Band (Obijiwanong). He currently resides in Thunder Bay,Ontario, Canada with his family of seven and is the sole proprietor of With Care Consulting for the past 18 years. Ron actively works in the mental health and addictions field as a consultant, group facilitator, counselor, college professor, trainer, healer and cultural teacher.
As a cultural teacher and facilitator, he has worked actively in the United States and Canada. Ron has spent time with Elders of the Woodland tradition and enjoys sharing those teachings to people of all cultures. Light refreshments will follow.
Advance ticket price $20 per event, $30 for both events Saturday and Sunday. Tickets at the door $25 for each event. Sorry no refunds. Limited seats.For more info call 708.257.4300.
MOVIE OUTING - NEITHER WOLF NOR DOG
Sunday, October 7, 2018 - 9:30am
Randall 15 IMAX
550 N. Randall Road
Batavia, IL. 60510
Join us to see the movie Neither Wolf Nor Dog at 9:30am Sunday, October 7, 2018. Afterwards, those interested can gather for a bit to eat. Call 630.761.0601 for ticket information.
BISON BLESSING
Saturday October 6, 2018 at Noon
Lords Park
255 Grand
Elgin, IL.
The Join Joseph Standing Bear as he gives his annual blessing of the bison located at Lords Park. Ceremony will start promptly at noon. There is never a charge for the ceremony.
MSF 24th ANNUAL HARVEST POW WOW
September 22 and 23, 2018
SATURDAY 11AM - 10PM, SUNDAY 11AM - 5PM
Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster Street, Naperville, IL 60540
POW WOW HIGHLIGHTS
- Native American Dancers in Full Regalia
- Food Booths Including Native Food
- Special Veteran Honoring
- Cultural Demonstrations
- Native Drum Groups
- Archery
- Raffles
- Art and Craft Vendors
- Native Flute Players
- Children’s Crafts – 11am to 5pm
- Birds of Prey Exhibit with S.O.A.R. (Save Our American Raptors)
- Flintknapping (Arrowhead Making)
Note: all events/exhibits are subject to change.
Gate Admission:
Adults $12, Seniors 62+ $9, Children 3-12 $7. Kids under 3 free. Purchase advance tickets at a discount by September 15, 2018 at www.harvestpowwow.com/tickets.html. Tickets purchased online are not combinable with any other discounts. Pow Wow admission includes access to Naper Settlement during regular hours.
Bring lawn chairs. Pow Wow takes place rain or shine. No alcohol or drugs allowed. Sorry, no pets. Your admission fee supports MSF and its programs. Event subject to change. For up to date info call MSF 708-257-4300. The Harvest Pow Wow is partially supported by a grant from the city of Naperville.
Programs and exhibits are subject to change. Check back for current updates.
PHOTOGRAPHY DISCLAIMER
Notice to all Pow Wow attendees and participants: There will be professional photographers taking pictures and video recording during the Harvest Pow Wow. With your entrance to the Naper Settlement, you are giving permission for Midwest SOARRING Foundation to use any photos of you which might appear in future promotional materials or advertising used in conjunction with future Pow Wow's.
MONTHLY TALKING CIRCLE
Saturday, April 28, 2018 at Noon
Midwest SOARRING Cultural Center
Joseph Standing Bear will lead a talking circle at Noon on March 31, 2018. Doors will open around 11:30AM. Following the talking circle will be a feast. Everyone should bring a dish to pass. Enjoy fellowship during and after the feast. Everyone is invited!
INTRO TO OILS - FREE WORKSHOP
Sunday, April 22, 2018 from 1PM-2:30PM
Midwest SOARRING Cultural Center
Seats are limited. Call 708-257-4300 or email soarring@aol.com to reserve your seat!
Join Misty and Jackie to learn about the powerful health benefits of essential oils! In this workshop with Young Living essential oils, Misty and Jackie will talk about uses and benefits of commonly used oils and oil-infused products. They also will have several oils and oil-infused products on hand for you to smell. In this informative workshop, Misty and Jackie will address these questions:
- What are essential oils?
- What are carrier oils?
- How do I use essential oils?
- Why Young Living?
- What are Vitality oils?
- Which essential oils would fit my everyday routine?
- What are oil-infused products?
- How can I save money on essential oils?
After the presentation, every attendee will have the opportunity to do an iTOVi scan for a special $10 Midwest SOARRING rate. With this hand held scan, in less than 2 minutes, you get a personalized report of essential oils that would support your body!
For flyer click here!
COMCAST CARES VOLUNTEER WORK DAY
Saturday, April 21, 2018, 8am-2pm
Heritage Village
Native American Cultural Center
249 West 2nd Street
Lockport Illinois, 60441
For the sixth year in a row, Comcast employees will be working with the Midwest SOARRING Foundation members on the Heritage Village property in Lockport, IL. We will assist in land clean-up and preparation for spring, clearing out and preparing areas for sacred planting along with building cleaning and organization.
There is work for all ages and interests and we always have such a great day working on the land together! This event will be rain or shine and will have some outside work. Please check the weather and plan accordingly. Lunch and a t shirt will be provided.
Please register online at:
www.comcastinthecommunity.com/Project/Detail?projectID=9854
Your yard tools and cleaning supplies are welcome.
Thank you,
Joseph Standing Bear
Sharisse Sheridan Project Lead
SOARRING POW WOW PHOTOGRAPHY
Friday, April 13, 2018, 6-8pm
ARTIST RECEPTION
Lisle Library
777 Front Street
Lisle, IL. 60532
The Midwest SOARRING Foundation Pow Wow photography exhibit featuring images from Midwest SOARRING Pow Wows will be on display at the Lisle Library from April 5 until May 31st. Through this work, we seek to inspire appreciation for Native American culture alive today.
An artist reception is scheduled for Friday evening, April 13th from 6-8pm. Special guest, Abby Lyons will attend as the Midwest SOARRING Princess. All are welcome.
MONTHLY TALKING CIRCLE
Saturday, March 31, 2018 at Noon
Midwest SOARRING Cultural Center
Joseph Standing Bear will lead a talking circle at Noon on March 31, 2018. Doors will open at 11:30AM. Following the talking circle will be a feast. Everyone should bring a dish to pass. Enjoy fellowship during and after the feast. Everyone is invited!
SPRING EQUINOX CEREMONY
Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 11AM
Heritage Village, 2nd and State Street, Lockport, IL 60441
Come celebrate the Spring Equinox with Joseph Standing Bear. He will have a ceremony on Tuesday, March 20 at 11AM. The ceremony will be held at Heritage Village, 2nd and State Street, Lockport, IL 60441. For more info call 773-585-8613 or email soarring@aol.com.
OUR FIRST 2018 POW WOW MEETING!
Saturday, March 17, 2018 at 1PM
Midwest SOARRING Cultural Center
EVERYONE is invited. We are ready to take off! We are in need of Area Coordinators for area's such as:
- Raffles
- Volunteers
- Vendors
- Publicity
- Sponsorships
- Security
- Admissions
- Hospitality
- Camping
Of course, if you have held one of these positions before, we would love to have you volunteer again! Just please contact us to advise of your commitment by calling 708-257-4300 or email: msfpowwow@aol.com.
If you do not have the time to run an Area, but want to volunteer, please attend the meeting! We would love to hear from you.
Save the date: The 24th Annual Harvest Pow Wow will take place on September 22 and 23, 2018!
SECOND SATURDAY
Saturday, March 10, 2018
Midwest SOARRING Cultural Center
Stop by the Cultural Center this Saturday, March 10, as we will be open from 11AM to 3PM. Visit with Joseph Standing Bear and other MSF members and friends. We have some new items for sale, so be sure to browse our gallery. If you make a purchase from a local business that is a member of Lockport's Chamber of Commerce (which SOARRING is..) on the second Saturday of the month, you can submit your purchase to the chamber and get in on this month's raffle prize in celebration of the event called SECOND SATURDAY! Coffee is always available! Looking forward to seeing you there!
For more info call 708-257-4300.
SEE THE MOVIE "HOSTILES"
Friday, January 26, 2018
AMC Showplace Naperville 16 Theater
We are planning a trip to see the new movie Hostiles. The show time will be announced by Friday, January 26, 2018.
We will meet at the:
AMC Showplace Naperville 16 Theater
2825 Showplace Drive
Naperville, IL 60564
Everyone will purchase their own tickets.Those interested in going out for pizza or something to eat afterwards, can enjoy a meal together.
Come, let's start the New Year with our first fun activity!
Any questions please call 708.257.4300.
Janet and Joseph
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