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Celebrate National Native American Heritage Month
November 2010 |
History of National Native American Heritage Month
National Native American Heritage Month celebrates the culture, contributions and heritage of Native Americans. For many years, Native Americans and others proposed that a special day be set aside to honor Native Americans. The efforts to establish a day of recognition has resulted in a month being designated for the purpose. Since 1976, the Presidents of the United States and Congressional resolutions have proclaimed a day, week or month of recognition.
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| 2010 Library Events |
Saturday, November 13
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
Native American contributions to the world |
Huntington Park Library
6518 Miles Ave.
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 583-1461 |
Tuesday, November 16
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Whales, Walruses and Canadian Eskimo Art
Native American Heritage Month will be celebrated through Whales and Walruses, Canadian Eskimo Art. The simple and beautiful drawing of the Cape Dorsit Eskimos inspires a free drawing and painting program for school-aged children. Each participant will complete a watercolor portrait of an arctic bird or animal.This program promotes respect for cultural differences and for the wildlife.The program is conducted by professional artist, Margo Gravelle. Registration is required as space is limited. Please register at the Customer Service Desk of the Huntington Park Library. |
Huntington Park Library
6518 Miles Ave.
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 583-1461 |
Wednesday, November 17
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
Make a Native American Medicine Wheel
Learn about Native American culture and make your own special medicine wheel. A free art program for teens in grades 6-12. |
Newhall Library
22704 W. Ninth St.
Newhall, CA 91321
(661) 259-0750 |
Wednesday, November 17
4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
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Native American Dance & Culture
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at the library with one of the west coast's premier Native American Dancer's, Rodney Howard. Dances will include the eagle and hoop dances. The entire family is welcome! |
City Terrace Library
4025 E. City Terrace Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90063
(323) 261-0295 |
Wednesday, November 17
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Native American Stories and Folktales
Bring your listening ears to the Children's Area to hear a stories and folktales from Native American Tribes! Then stay for fun activities! |
Graham Library
1900 E. Firestone Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 582-2903 |
Thursday, November 18
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
Afternoon Arts/Artes
Join us for a Native American art activity. |
Graham Library
1900 E. Firestone Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 582-2903 |
Thursday, November 18
6:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. |
Afternoon Arts/Artes
Performer Rodney Howard highlights Native American dances, music and stories for children and parents to enjoy in celebration of Native American Heritage Month. |
Baldwin Park Library
4181 Baldwin Park Blvd.
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
(626) 962-6947 |
Saturday, November 20
1:00 p.m. -2:00 p.m. |
Native American Dancer
Rodney Howard, noted Native American dancer, will present a variety of dances, including the Eagle and Hoop dances. All ages welcome to attend this spectacular event. |
Lomita Library
24200 Narbonne Ave.
Lomita, CA 90717
(310) 539-4515 |
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Haramokngna American Indian Cultural Center
Red Box, Angeles Crest Highway and Mt. Wilson Rd. 12 miles north of La Cañada
Located in the Angeles National Forest, the Haramokngna American Indian Cultural Center is a dream come true for many in the greater Los Angeles area. Haramokngna means "The Place Where People Gather" in the Tongva language. It is a place where Native American people can gather to share their culture, history, heritage and dreams with their families, brothers and sisters from other Native groups and the general public.
The Center is a cooperative effort between the Angeles National Forest and Ne'ayuh ("friends" in Tongva), a non-profit Native organization formed to provide programs and events at the center. The current Saturday Guest Host programs are provided with a grant from the Liberty Hill Foundation.
Haramokngna welcomes all visitors who share this yearning for a connection to the mountains and a thirst for knowledge and understanding of Native ways.
For more information call (626) 449-8975 or (310) 455-1588.
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