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9/4/2008

What to expect at a Pow Wow

Filed under: Advice, Area Events - Alabama, Cherokee Nation, Creek nation, Daily Ramblings, Festivals: Art/Music, Local Events — taracat @ 9:01 pm

Tips for Pow Wow Fans

* When the eagle staff is brought in during the grand entry, everyone stands. Hats are removed in respect. That same respect is shown should an eagle feather fall during the dancing. Everything must stop until a proper returning of the feather has been performed.

* Pointing with a finger, particularly the index finger, is considered impolite. It’s best to indicate a person or direction by pursing the lips and pointing with the eyes or to nod in the direction. For the Lakota, indicating with a thumb or little finger, while not preferred, would still be more polite than the index finger, but never toward a person.

* Do not bother the performers or stand in front of those preparing to dance or those singing.
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Good tips for someone new to such an event.
-Cathy
weavercat@gmail.com

8/27/2008

Six Directions Traders: 2008 Pow Wow Calendar, south east, florida, carolina, tennessee, kentucky, ohio, events United States of Native America, georgia, alabama,

Filed under: Arts, Culture & Music, Cherokee Nation, Creek nation, Festivals: Art/Music, Native American Heritage, Native Americans, Pow wows — taracat @ 9:00 pm

Six Directions Traders: 2008 Pow Wow Calendar, south east, florida, carolina, tennessee, kentucky, ohio, events United States of Native America, georgia, alabama,
2008 Pow Wow Calendar
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Just a bit of data for those curious about local/regional Pow Wows.

– Cathy

5/29/2008

St. Clair Times – Its block party time (Pell City)

Filed under: Alabama, Area Events - Alabama, Arts & Crafts, Festivals: Art/Music, Free Activities, St. Clair County — taracat @ 12:42 pm

St. Clair Times – Its block party time
In just under three short weeks, historic downtown Pell City will roll out its welcome mat to residents from all areas as the Greater Pell City Chamber of Commerce presents its Eighth Annual Hometown Block Party.

People of all ages will gather to walk the streets amid a wide variety of vendors while being treated to the enticing aromas of food wafting through the air.

Strategically placed stages will provide a haven for families to stop for a bit and listen to strains of music including rock, gospel, country, Motown and more.

A Kids Corner will feature children’s games and rides in a carnival atmosphere making this an event with something for every age group.

Best of all, supporters say, admission is free.

4/22/2008

Noble Street Festival – May 3rd

Filed under: Alabama Songwriters, Area Events - Alabama, Arts & Crafts, Calhoun County, Conerts/Music - Local, Festivals: Art/Music, General — taracat @ 11:05 pm

Noble Street Festival
Saturday, May 3, 2008

Live music returns to the Noble Street Festival for 2008 with a great lineup of local, as well as nationally-known talent. The music stage will be near the intersection of Noble Street and 10th Street in the heart of downtown Anniston, and is FREE to the public As music echoes in the streets, enjoy great food from the numerous restaurants serving from tents, watch pro bike races, soak in the art exhibits, and let the kids release energy in the KidZone.

3/22/2008

GadsdenTimesTwo.com | Times 2 | Gadsden, AL

Filed under: Alabama, Area Events - Alabama, Conerts/Music - Local, Etowah County, Festival/Holidays, Festivals: Art/Music, Gadsden, General, Historical Celebrations, Human Interest News — taracat @ 1:19 pm

GadsdenTimesTwo.com | Times 2 | Gadsden, AL
Country music group BlackHawk will headline a celebration May 10 in Altoona as the town celebrates its centennial.

In addition to a music stage, the celebration will include a children’s area with clowns, inflatable rides and face painting, said Tony Nash, the event coordinator. Nash and Tom Quinn, president of The Chamber, the chamber of commerce for Gadsden and Etowah County, discussed the celebration during a press conference March 5.

“(Planning) has just started and we currently have just the one act, but we’ll be filling in the entertainment,” Quinn said.

“We want everyone to enjoy themselves,” Nash said. “It’s not just for adults and we also want to include all different types of music for different types of people.”

Nash plans to announce other entertainment this week. He said genres will include gospel, rock and bluegrass.

Riverfest tickets go on sale today | GadsdenTimes.com | Gadsden Times | Gadsden, AL

Filed under: Alabama, Area Events - Alabama, Conerts/Music - Local, Daily Ramblings, Festivals: Art/Music, Gadsden, General — taracat @ 12:56 pm

Riverfest tickets go on sale today | GadsdenTimes.com | Gadsden Times | Gadsden, AL
Tickets for Riverfest go on sale today at The Chamber and should be available at ticket outlets by mid-week.

An adult weekend pass is $30 and a child’s weekend pass is $7 for ages 6 through 11. All kids 5 and under are free.

Tickets should be available in a few days at Alabama Power offices across the region, WQSB and WKXX radio stations, said Kerri Griffith of The Chamber of Gadsden and Etowah County and one of the coordinators for Riverfest.

The 23rd annual Riverfest will be set along the banks of the Coosa River on June 13 and 14. Albert Rains Boulevard will close for four days for the festival.

The lineup for the festival has changed after REO Speedwagon canceled about half their dates for 2008, including Riverfest.

Little River Band has been added to the Saturday night lineup and will perform prior to Grammy winner Clint Black, who headlines the event.

Billy Ocean, added to the lineup last week, will open the show on June 13. Other performers that night include The Last Goodnight and Sister Hazel.

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