World of Winter: "BONIMGET" Traditional Native Hoop Dance

Name: World of Winter: "BONIMGET" Traditional Native Hoop Dance
Start: 2025-01-24T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-01-24T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Gillett Bridge

Schedule

Fri Jan 24 2025 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Gillett Bridge | Grand Rapids, MI

Experience the rich cultural tradition of Native Hoop Dancing with Malcolm McDonald, a proud member of the Bodwéwadmi (Potawatomi) tribe. Malcolm’s performance blends storytelling, dance and music to share the deep traditions of his people.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
• Native Hoop Dancing: Watch Malcolm perform the intricate art of hoop dancing, symbolizing the interconnectedness of life and nature.
• Live Drumming and Music: The dance is accompanied by live drumming, enhancing the storytelling with rhythm and energy.
• Cultural Storytelling: Each movement and hoop tells a story, honoring nature and Anishinaabe teachings.
• Family-Friendly: This event is open to all ages, offering a unique cultural experience for everyone.

From The Organizer:
Malcolm ndezhnëkas. mthébnéshiniyêk ndëbéndagwes. bodwéwadmi miné neshnabé ndaw. mko o ndodém. mzhi’génak ndëwtthbya.(My name is Malcolm. I belong to the People of the Bad Bird. I am Bodwéwadmi and Neshnabé. Bear is my clan. I am from Michigan.)
PARKING:
• Limited Metered Street Parking
• DeVos Place Ramp - 0.3 miles from venue.
• Government Center Ramp - 0.3 miles from venue.
• MSU - Ellis Parking - 0.4 miles from venue.
• Area 7 DASH Parking ($4 full day rate) - 0.4 miles from venue or Free Shuttle every 15 min.
• Area 9 DASH Parking ($3 full day rate) - 0.5 mile from venue or Free Shuttle every 15 min.
Parking at street meters is recommended. Meters east of Division Avenue are free after 5 pm. Meters west of Division Avenue charge until 6 PM (download the "MOTU" app to pay by credit card). View additional parking options at https://bit.ly/parkgr
FREE SHUTTLE DASH BUS:
Skip the expensive lots and take the free DASH bus that runs every 15 minutes on Wednesdays - Sundays through Downtown Grand Rapids! Learn more at https://bit.ly/dashbus
PHOTO/VIDEO DISCLAIMER:
This event may be photographed and recorded for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be in any photo/video, please inform the photographer/videographer with the DGRI badge.
WORLD OF WINTER:
World of Winter is produced and managed by Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. For the full list of events, visit https://worldofwintergr.com