By: Jud Knox, RIPC Team Leader, York RC
The Rotary Indigenous Partnership Committee (RIPC) is alive and active! We are fulfilling our mission to build trusting relationships between Rotarians and the Indigenous Peoples of New England and Canada, and we are keeping our vision in front of us.
To continue our mission of understanding Tribal perspectives; learning Indigenous People’s histories, cultures, beliefs, and issues; and listening to Tribal member’s concerns and hopes, RIPC members will be attending the world premiere of Wabanaki Stories at the Merrill Auditorium on Saturday, February 4 at 3:00 p.m.
The land and waters known as Maine have been home to Wabanaki People for over 12,000 years. This vibrant exploration of Wabanaki histories and cultures spotlights three Wabanaki storytellers coming from three different nations and storytelling traditions. Jennifer Pictou (Mi’kmaq) regales with spirit stories told in the company of large puppets; Dwayne Tomah (Passamaquoddy), the youngest fluent speaker of Passamaquoddy, shares stories that showcase his native language; and John Bear Mitchell (Penobscot) captures the imagination with tales of Espun, a trickster. Artist and author Chris Newell (Passamaquoddy) intersperse each story with music and narration.
We welcome all Rotarians, their friends, and their families to join us in attending this performance and increasing your understanding of our Wabanaki neighbors.
Tickets are available online here.
Tickets are available online here.