Chris Clegg
South Peace News
The High Prairie Native Friendship Centre is putting out the welcome mat for everyone to attend Indigenous Peoples Day June 20.
Events occur from 5-9 p.m. inside the centre and on the street at 51 Ave. and 49-50 St.
The street fair atmosphere is also being cohosted by the Children’s Resource Council, High Prairie and District Food Bank and Heart River Housing as they join forces to present an evening of entertainment.
An opening prayer kicks off events at 5 p.m. with a barbecue from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. At the same time, diners can enjoy Metis dancing and jigging, drummers and powwow dancing.
Following from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. is a hoop dancer.
Sandwiched in-between events is the popular watermelon eating contest at 6 p.m. and moose call contest at 8:30 p.m.
A 50/50 fundraiser is also being held as are children’s activities and games. A teepee will be set up on site and attendees can except plenty prizes and giveaways.
Local vendors are invited to set up on site. Anyone interested can call the centre at (780) 523-4511.
Anyone attending is asked to bring their own lawn chair.