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Basketry with the Choctaw Nation

10:00am–11:00am
Teens, Adults
The Village Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, come learn about traditional basketry from members of the Choctaw Nation and create your own basket to take home.

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Choctaw Nation Pottery Class

2:00pm–4:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Choctaw Nation is hosting a pottery workshop here at Southern Oaks Library on in celebration of Native American Heritage Month. Register now to experience Choctaw artforms. All Ages welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

This event is in the "Teens" group
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A Special Speaker with The Urban Poets

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Tonight the Society of Urban Poets with be joined by Hallie Waugh, new MLS Poet Laureate. Her poetry has appeared in New York Quarterly and other journals. She holds an MFA and has taught poetry at the college level.

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Indigenous Genealogy: How to Research Native American Heritage

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Genealogical research can be a great way to learn about your family history, but researching Native American ancestry has a unique set of challenges.

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This event is in the "Teens" group
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Author Talk & Three Sisters Salad Demonstration with Chef Loretta Barrett Oden

2:00pm–3:30pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Belle Isle Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Emmy Award-winning Chef Loretta Barrett Oden (Citizen Potawatomi Nation) as she shares the story behind her cookbook

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

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