“Mi’kmaq Presence in Pictou County – Some known and unknown historical research”
Pictou Landing Health Center 19 Maple St, Pictou Landing First NationA presentation by John Ashton, local amateur historian.
Author Theresa Meuse: Family Storytime & Craft
Aldernery Gate Public Library 60 Alderney Drive, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, CanadaAuthor Theresa Meuse: Family Storytime & Craft Saturday, October 20, 2018 (2:00PM – 3:00PM) Alderney Gate Public Library Description Join First Nations educator and advisor, Theresa Meuse for storytime, a rock-painting activity, and a sharing circle to round out this special family program celebrating Mi'kmaq Heritage Month. Theresa Meuse is the author of The Sharing […]
Talking Sticks craft
October is Mi'kmaq Heritage Month. Join us as we learn how to create a 'talking stick'. All ages are invited to join in this fun activity. For more information, please contact the Pictou Library at (902) 485-5021.
Mi’kmaq Contributions to World War l
Halifax Central Library 5440 Spring Garden Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, CanadaMi'kmaq Contributions to World War l Monday, October 22, 2018 (7:00PM – 8:00PM) Central Library Description Discover how Mi'kmaq people served as expert guides, navigators, and interpreters in World War l. Gerald Gloade, Program Development Officer from the Mi'kmawey Debert Cultural Centre, will share how First Nations soldiers used their traditional knowledge and skills to […]
Ego to Eco: “Wikewiku” (Animal Fattening Time)
Halifax Central Library 5440 Spring Garden Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, CanadaEgo to Eco: “Wikewiku” (Animal Fattening Time) Tuesday, October 23, 2018 (6:30PM – 8:30PM) Central Library Description Join us in a talking circle to learn the Mi'kmaq calendar as a way of understanding that human and ecological health are interdependent. Catherine Martin will introduce "Wikewiku" (animal fattening time) to explore humans, the elements (water, air, […]
The Spirit of Annie Mae – an NFB Film Screening
River John Public Library 2725 West Branch Road, River JohnJoin us for a National Film Board (NFB) movie at the library the 4th Thursday of the month! Bring snacks (peanut-free please), and all are welcome! The Spirit of Annie Mae (2002 | 1 h 13 min) Catherine Anne Martin In 1975, Annie Mae Pictou Aquash, a 30-year-old Nova Scotia born-Mi'kmaq, was shot dead, execution […]
Trail of Treats~Eskasoni Cultural Journeys
Goat Island Trail Eskasoni, Nova Scotia, CanadaCome to Goat Island in costume & collect treats along the trail! FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! New surprises & prizes for the best costumes! October 29, 2018 · 4-6 PM $5.00 PER PERSON / $20.00 FAMILY OF 6
Acadia First Nation Harvest Feast
Rose Purdy Community Centre 15 Burbine Street, Acadia First Nation, Nova Scotia, CanadaAcadia First Nation Harvest Feast Date: Saturday, September 28th, 2019 Time: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm Location: Rose Purdy Community Centre (15 Burbine Street, Acadia First Nation) Advance tickets $10.00 or $15.00 at the door.
Keeping our Stories Alive hosted by Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre
Millbrook Cultural and Heritage Centre 65 Treaty Trail, Millbrook Mi'kmaw Community, NS, CanadaMillbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre invites you all to come join them on October 8th, 2019 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm with Guest Speaker Gerald Gloade. Light refreshments will be served. Everyone welcomed! Come enjoy Mi'kmaq History Month with Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre!
Elapultiek (“we are looking towards”)
St. FX University Antigonish, Nova Scotia, CanadaActors Shalan Joudry and Matthew Lumley. Photo credit Malachy Schwartz ELAPULTIEK (ehl-ah-bool-dee-egg) Thursday, October 10, 2019 - 7:30pm to 8:30pm Location: Xavier Square ELAPULTIEK (ehl-ah-bool-dee-egg) - "we are looking towards" by Shalan Joudry. In the time of Idle No More, a young Mi’kmaw drum singer and a Euro-Nova Scotian biologist meet at dusk each day to count a population of […]