BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Wiyounkihipi Productions | We Are Capable - ECPv6.15.13//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Wiyounkihipi Productions | We Are Capable X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://wiyounkihipi.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Wiyounkihipi Productions | We Are Capable REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T091446 CREATED:20250113T185716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T211213Z UID:10000001-1736593200-1736611200@wiyounkihipi.com SUMMARY:Waziya Winter Wind Celebration DESCRIPTION:This winter\, immerse yourself in the beauty and wisdom of Dakota culture at a one-of-a-kind event celebrating traditional teachings\, storytelling\, and innovative artistry. This vibrant gathering will feature a Native art market showcasing incredible Indigenous creations\, stunning snow sculptures\, and free coloring pages that highlight Dakota plant knowledge. Enjoy outdoor activities such as skiing\, sledding\, and a live demonstration of traditional Dakota snowshoe craftsmanship using ash trees. Experience the ingenuity of Dakota practices with a nettle cordage demonstration and marvel at the captivating augmented reality of Wazíya\, the winter wind spirit\, brought to life through cutting-edge technology. \nBring your family and friends for a meaningful day filled with culture\, creativity\, and winter fun! Don’t miss this unique celebration that honors Dakota traditions while embracing the spirit of the season. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The event began on a powerful note with Dakota author Diane Wilson reading an essay about the tamarack tree. Her words resonated deeply with the audience\, emphasizing the importance of building better\, more mindful relationships with the natural world by taking meaningful action locally. This heartfelt reading set the tone for a day filled with connection\, learning\, and celebration. \nThe event featured free coloring pages created by Dakota artist Marlena Myles\, sharing the importance of Dakota plant knowledge and their vital role during the winter season. These coloring pages were part of a Winter Plant Series\, which included inspiring writings from Dakota authors Diane Wilson and Blue Hummingbird Woman. Their reflections explored the connection between plants\, people\, and the land during this season of rest and renewal. \nA highlight of the celebration was Marlena Myles’ captivating augmented reality (AR) installation\, featuring Wazíya\, the spirit of the winter wind. Wazíya\, a powerful figure in Dakota culture\, embodies both the challenges and beauty of winter’s hardships. Through this AR experience\, participants encountered a striking visual representation of Wazíya\, with a human figure raising their arms to the sky and a buffalo skull floating between them. \nAdding a unique visual element\, Heather Fiedler presented a stunning snow sculpture honoring Dakota women’s deep connection to the land and the park as a place to grow and harvest traditional foods. This sculpture served as a tribute to the enduring relationship between Dakota women\, the environment\, and the cultural practices that sustain their communities. \nThe Tamarack Nature Center added another enriching layer to the event by bringing animal relatives to share teachings about their winter lives. These interactive experiences provided attendees with an opportunity to learn how animals adapt to and thrive in winter\, deepening their understanding of the interconnectedness between humans and the natural world. \nThe event also showcased demonstrations by Dakota artists and educators. Dawi Westerman presented traditional Dakota snowshoes made from ash trees\, a vital winter tool crafted from materials harvested during the colder months. Fern Renville provided hands-on demonstrations of how to make cordage from nettle\, another essential winter resource. These presentations celebrated the ingenuity of Dakota people in transforming natural materials into tools and resources that support community and cultural resilience. \nTo add to the festive atmosphere\, local food trucks Trickster Tacos and Mami Churros & Creamery were onsite\, offering delicious options for attendees to enjoy. This celebration was hosted in partnership with Ramsey County Parks & Recreation as part of Marlena Myles and Tara Perron’s participation in the Minnesota Parks Artist in Residency (MNPAir) program. \nThe event provided a meaningful opportunity to learn about Dakota culture through art\, storytelling\, traditional practices\, and community gathering. After the event\, resources—including Marlena Myles’ coloring pages and augmented reality installation—became available through Wíyouŋkihipi\, allowing participants to continue exploring Dakota traditions and innovation from anywhere. It was a wonderful chance to connect with Dakota knowledge and artistry while celebrating the beauty of winter! URL:https://wiyounkihipi.com/event/waziya-winter-wind-celebration/ LOCATION:Battle Creek Recreation Center\, 75 Winthrop St S\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55119\, United States CATEGORIES:MN Pair,Winter 2025 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wiyounkihipi.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/waziya-winter-wind-celebration.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR