M'Wikwedong

EarlyON: Marvelous Monday Playgroup
2019-08-12 10:00 - 12:00 UTC
Drop-in for an Early Learning Playgroup focusing on fun activities like songs, crafts, story time, experiments, active play and so much more FUN!
For more information call 519-3711-1147 ext. 228 or send an email to earlyrs@mwikwedong.com

IHWS: Food Forest Garden
2019-08-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2019-07-31 10:00 - 12:00
For more information please contact Tanya at ext. 233

Two Spirit: Acoustic Jam
2019-08-11 18:00 - 20:00
This is an introductory series. Depending on interest there may be other workshops planned.
If you have a guitar please bring it as loaner guitars are limited.
If interested or for more information please contact Karen at 519-377-3171 or karenhoule@gmail.com

Two Spirit: Beginner Guitar
2019-08-11 17:00 - 18:00

49th Annual Pow Wow - Saugeen
2019-08-10 13:00 - 2019-08-11 21:00
Saugeen First Nation #29 49th Annual Pow Wow.
First Nation #29 is celebrating their 48th Annual Competition Pow Wow.
Celebrating our Ancestral Territory. Everyone is welcome to join our celebration of culture!
Fees/Admission:

$10/day – 13+ yrs $5/day – 4-12 yrs Free – 3 yrs & under

CRC: Anishnaabemdaa – Speaking Ojibwe – YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THIS SERIES
2019-08-09 11:00 - 12:00
The primary focus will be geared towards beginners who are interested in learning to speak the First Nation language that is commonly used in this area.
There will be a weekly session scheduled that will be in a classroom setting at the Centre.
The class has spaces for up to 20 participants. You must pre-register to attend this series.
You can find the sign up at the Centre or contact Paul Nadjiwan at ext. 231 or by email crc@mwikwedong.com

EarlyON: Fabulous Friday Playgroup - Story Tent
2019-08-09 10:00 - 12:00
This program is designed for parent and child to work together to create a healthy and nutritious lunch. Children learn about cutting, shredding, ripping, counting, measuring and so much more.
Please arrive at 10am to ensure that we have enough food for everyone and can get started promptly. For more information please contact Heather 226-668-6936

Beading Circle
2019-08-08 13:00 - 15:00, 2019-08-01 13:00 - 15:00
Some supplies available to get started but please feel free bring in your own supplies as well.
We have staff on hand to assist in getting you started and help out when needed. It’s a great time to sit back, relax and socialize with others.
For more information please contact 519-371-1147

CRC: Men's Drumming Circle
2019-08-07 13:00 - 15:00
The drumming circle is a time-honored method of healing and helping others. There is power in drumming, but that power multiplies on many levels when it’s within a group.

For more information please contact Paul N. at ext. 231 or crc@mwikwedong.com

EarlyON/CAPC: Cultural Creative
2019-08-07 13:00 - 15:00
This workshop is open to all levels of experience; anyone wanting to learn and/or exchange some cultural backed art applications and techniques. Some of the projects will include sewing and various beading projects!
For more information call Robyn at 226-668-7457 or Heather 226-668-6936

Two Spirit: Talking Circle
2019-08-06 17:00 - 19:00
Working with the Grandfather teachings to create a space to be heard, respected and valued.
This is a place to connect to other individuals experiencing the same.
Here you can explore ways to live minobimaadiziwin as a Two-Spirited person.

Circle will be held in the downstairs of the Centre.
To register please contact Karen at 573-377-3171 or by email karenhoule@gmail.com

CRC: Drumstick Making
2019-08-06 13:00 - 15:00, 2019-07-30 13:00 - 15:00
Over part of the winter and spring of 2019 there were some drum stick making sessions that occurred at the Friendship Center. We are now scheduling a time for the continuation of making drum sticks.
Each participant will make their own stick and will have some supplies provided and they will keep the item that they make.
For more information or to register please contact Paul N. at ext. 231 or crc@mwikwedong.com

LLC: Dog Show @ Harrison Park - Please register
2019-08-06 13:00 - 15:00
The Grey-Bruce Kennel and Obedience club is hosting it’s dog show in Harrison Park in Owen Sound until Thursday — and it’s the 40th annual show in the City. There will be almost 200 dogs participating in events, which range from confirmation classes to obedience trials. There are handlers from all over Canada and US, bringing many different breeds “anywhere from Chihuahuas to Great Danes”.
If you would like to attend please contact Ronnie by phone at ext. 230 or email: llc-rj@mwikwedong.com or you can reach out to Margaret by phone at ext. 229 or email llc@mwikwedong.com

EarlyON: Fun in the Sun
2019-08-06 11:00 - 13:00
For more information or to sign up contact Heather at 226-668-6936

CLOSED - Civic Holiday
2019-08-05
We will be closed today for the Holiday and will resume regular programming tomorrow.

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Two Spirit: No programming today
2019-08-04
There will be no Two Spirit programming today. We will return to regular scheduled programs tomorrow

Wasa-Nabin/CRC: Cultural Connections Summer Survival Skills - Please register
2019-08-02 13:00 - 14:00
This workshop will teach you the basics of cleaning water to safely drink, fire starting and making wound antiseptic.
This event is for demonstration and passing on knowledge and does not replace medical treatment.
Keep our Heritage Alive.
For more information or to sign up please contact Jessy at ext. 225

EarlyON/CAPC: Fun with Food
2019-08-02 10:00 - 12:00
This program is designed for parent and child to work together to create a healthy and nutritious lunch. Children learn about cutting, shredding, ripping, counting, measuring and so much more.
Please arrive at 10am to ensure that we have enough food for everyone and can get started promptly. For more information please contact Heather or Robyn.

CRC: Anishnaabemdaa – Speaking Ojibwe – NO CLASS TODAY
2019-08-02
There will be no language class today. we will be back next week as usual.

IHWS: Summer Tye Dye Session
2019-08-01 10:30 - 12:00
Learn about Natural Dyes and How to Tie Dye.
For more information please contact Tanya at ext. 233

IHWS: Inglis Falls Picnic and Paint Postcards - Please pre-register
2019-07-31 14:00 - 16:00
Spaces are limited!
For more information or to register please contact Tanya at ext. 233

EarlyON/CAPC: Tye Dye Day - Please pre-register
2019-07-31 10:00 - 12:00
We are dyeing for you to come Tye one on with us!
This event is for EarlyON and CAPC clients and their families.
Bring your own “white” fabric – can be a t-shirt, tank top, shorts, socks, bag pillow case etc. and let’s have some tye-dye fun!
Limited spaces so be sure to pre-register with Heather 226-668-6936 or Robyn 226-668-7457

Two-Spirit: Talking Circle
2019-07-30 17:00 - 19:00

IHWS: Hike/Walk at Indian Falls
2019-07-30 13:00 - 14:30
The trail begins as an easy walk along the Indian Creek riverbed and heads uphill into a wooded landscape. The rugged uphill section leaves you breathless before you make your way to the top of the horseshoe-shaped,15m high Indian Falls.
For more information please contact Tanya at ext. 233

EarlyON: No Programming Today
2019-07-30
There will be no EarlyON programming today. We will return to regular scheduled programs tomorrow.

IHWS: Gardening
2019-07-29 13:00 - 14:00
Come play in the gardens with us as we get and keep M’Wikwedong’s gardens in shape by performing some regular gardening maintenance.
If interested please contact Tanya at ahws@mwikwedong.com or x. 233

Community Summer Clothing Exchange
2019-07-29 10:00 - 14:00
Shop for free! We will have clothes for all ages. Bring along your beloved but outgrown items to exchange for new duds, or come empty handed & take what you like!
You can bring your clean and gently used clothing (no rips or stains please) to the Centre starting July 23, 2019 between the hours of 10am and 3pm.
Any clothing remaining after the exchange will be packed up for donation to another organization in need.
The Exchange will take place in our main room from 11am – 2pm.
Please contact 519-371-1147 for more information.
