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Open Conversations: Lessons on the Round Dance & Give Away Ceremony

Wednesday, January 11, 2017, 12 – 1pm [image: Open Conversations: Lessons on the Round Dance & Give Away Ceremony] In this discussion, Shana Dion, Director at the University of Alberta's Aboriginal Student Services Centre, and Roxanne Tootoosis, Masters student in the Faculty of Nursing (Psychotherapy & Spirituality), will explore the history of Indigenous Round Dance ceremony and the significance of the give away. Moderated by Faculty of Extension's Dr. Fay Fletcher and Dr. Patricia Makokis. In support of the University of Alberta's 8th Annual Round Dance January 28, 2017, we will be collecting donations for the giveaway. If you would like to contribute, please bring a small household item (scarves, mitts, kitchen utensils, etc) or monetary donation to the lecture event Wednesday, January 11. All are welcome! City / Town : Edmonton Event Venue : Downtown Neighbourhood : Downtown Short Description : Bring your lunch and join us for a lecture discussing lessons on Indigenous Round Dance and the give away ceremony. Event Category : Education, Free / Budget, Performing Arts / Culture, Seniors, Other Cost : Free Where to purchase tickets : www.facebook.com… Tickets Phone : 780 248 1217 Contact Name : Mandy MacRae Contact Phone : 780 248 1217 Contact Email : macrae@ualberta.ca More info : www.facebook.com… . Event Details. Location: Main floor atrium, Enterprise Square 10230 Jasper Ave , Edmonton, AB