Lethbridge marks Alberta Day with Indigenous culture events Aug. 28-29
The City of Lethbridge is hosting a series of free events ahead of Sept. 1's Alberta Day, spotlighting Indigenous teachings and history.
Why it matters
The free programming gives Lethbridge residents a chance to learn about Indigenous history and traditions as part of the province's founding-day celebrations.
The City of Lethbridge says it is preparing to celebrate Alberta Day, which officially marks the province's founding in 1905 and falls on Sept. 1 each year. This year's local celebrations, held over several days, place a special focus on Indigenous culture, history and community.
On Friday, Aug. 28, the Interfaith Food Bank will host a Plant Medicine Workshop with Stephanie Calf Robe from noon to 3 p.m., followed by a Blackfoot Moons session with Marjie Cropped Ear Wolf at the Helen Schule Nature Centre from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Both require registration by phone.
On Saturday, Aug. 29, activities move to the Elks Picnic Site in Indian Battle Park, starting with a Walking through Nature session with Stephanie Calf Robe at 9 a.m., followed by a Teepee 101 session with Indigenous Elders at 12:30 p.m. and a Campfire Conversations discussion on the buffalo's past, present and future with Dan Fox and Elders at 5:30 p.m.
City officials say all of the events are free of charge and open to the public.
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