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Native American Community Connections
Northern Wisconsin is home to some rich cultural heritage. This year we honor that heritage in several events at the tent. June-July Building of an Ojibwe Wigwam led by Michael Charette( Laughing Fox)
June 13 New First Night Blessing of the Tent with Gerry DePerry and Frank Montano 7:30PM Michael Charette on grounds to talk about Wigwam project 6:30PM July 12 Dreamcatcher Making workshop with Kat Werchouski 11:00AM FREE July 12 Michael Charette discusses the Wigwam project 2:00PM FREE July 12 Laughing Fox performs on Tent Show Radio Live 7:30PM July 19 Native Expressions Drum & Dance Free Family Matinee 1:00PM FREE
Part of the Essentia Health Free Family Series Aug 8 Frank Montano workshop on Native American flutes and Ojibwe culture
1:00PM FREE Sept. 4 Student Matines with Native Pride Dancers and Special Guests
10:30AM and 1:00PM FREE
Sept. 4 Sept. 4
Michael Charette discusses the Wigwam project 6:30PM Native Pride Dancers with Special Guests 7:30PM Native Expressions Drummers on the grounds pre-show
NEW EVENT! Bluegrass Camp for Kids
Aug. 19 – 21 9:30am – 3:30 each day Ages 8-19 recommended Tuition: $ 150 Early Registration /$ 175 after July 1( scholarships available)
A unique experience for your child to be exposed to bluegrass, old-time, and folk music. It is a well rounded camp, teaching everything from individual instruments( beginning through advanced), to dance, singing, jamming, songwriting, and performing. Children gain a love for traditional music that will last them their entire lifetime. Go to www. bigtop. org for more info.
Subject to change. Please check www. bigtop. org for up-to-date information or call 715-373-5552.
Thanks to The Apostle Islands Area Community Fund, an affiliate of the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation and the Chequamegon Bay Arts Council for providing funds for these activities.
Grant support provided by Chequamegon Bay Arts Council

Essentia Health FREE Family Series

No tickets necessary. Everyone is welcome!
Join us under the Big Top for our free performances that are fun for people of all ages. The cost of bringing these performances to you is underwritten by our generous sponsors and grantors. Salute to these wonderful community members!
Additional sponsorship support provided by Chippewa Valley Bank, The Inn on Madeline Island, Memorial Medical Center, & Von Holzen’ s Chevrolet.
Sami Dare Hypnotist Sat., June 21, 1:00 Hilarious stage show as Sami hypnotizes audience members- great fun!
The Zinghoppers Sat., July 5, 1:00 Emmy Award-winning children’ s show – Dance and hip-hop music for kids.
The Okee Dokee Brothers Sat., July 12, 1:00 Music that inspires you to get outside and experience nature.
Native Expressions Drum & Dance Sat., July 19, 1:00 Celebrated Native American dance troupe from Red Cliff.
Creole for Kidz with Terrance Simien Sun., July 27, 1:00 Indigenous music and culture of Southern Louisiana.
ComedySportz Improv Theater Sun., Aug. 31, 1:00 Light-hearted insanity – improvisational, family-friendly comedy
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