March 2006 NATIVE AMERICAN POWWOW CALENDAR

March 3rd & 4th 2006: Wagon Wheel Benefit Powwow
Location: HWY # 278 Norman bolen's(by palmetto antiques)Barnwell, SC 29812
Event Detail: This is a benefit powwow to help raise money for a kidney & pancreas transplant, No paid Dancers. But raffles and blanket donations will be done. Set up on thursday 2nd. contact for more details, vendors wanted must be paid by Feb 12, 06 no exceptions. Camping available, there are local hotels.
Contact: Joan Walker 803-258-3504, email: pettiteindian@yahoo.com

March 3-5, 2006: Thundering Spirit Pow Wow
Location: Renninger's Twin Markets 20651 US Hwy 441 Mount Dora, Florida 32757
Event Detail: Friday March 3rd, Grand Entry at 7:00 PM Saturday March 4th, Grand Entry at 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sunday March 5th, Grand Entry at 1:00 PM Gates open at 10:00 AM Daily, Friday March 3rd is Children's Day from 10 AM - 2 PM with Special Demonstrations, Games, etc. MC: Kenneth "Redhawk" Head Veteran: Walkingfox, Head Man: Enoch Haubenstricher, Head Woman: Kathy Soggs, Host Drum: Family Drum Singers Firekeeper: Joe "Quiet Elk" Color Guard: VFW Post 8087 We are proud to announce that the following performers will be appearing at our 2006 pow wow: 2004 NAMMY Nominee for Best Instrumental Recording: Native Fiddle and flute artist: Arvel Bird, 2002 NAMMY "Flutist of the year": Tommy Wildcat. Auctions and Raffles through out each day Bring the whole family and spend the day. Don't forget to bring chairs and/or blankets to sit on~. Admission: Adults $3.00 Children under 12 Free For additional information or to become a sponsor: Call Tony Ledford at: 352 636-4271 or 800 619-0045 Ext: 61 Contact: Tony Ledford, 352-636-4271, email: ThunderSpiritFam@netscape.net webaddress: http://thunderingspirit.tripod.com/

March 4, 2006: 7th Annual Seminole Chapter Hornor Color Guard Pow Wow
Location: Tecumseh square Tecumseh, OK
Event Detail: Head Staff: M.C.-Tim Tallchief, H.S.-Gene Logan, H.G.D.-Dwight Littlecreek, H.M.D.-Earl Plumler Jr., H.L.D.-Alicia McClellan, A.D.-Sam Howell, Co-Host- Central Tribes of Oklahoma, Corlor Guard-Mikasuki Warrior Society, Gourd dancing-1:00, Supper Break-5:00 to 6:00, Grand Entry-8:00, Dance Competition:1st,2nd,&3rd place prizes, Ladies Jingle: sponsored by Tim & Jenny Factor in honor of daughters Holly & Susi Factor Men's Fancy Dance: Sponsored by the Schultz/Wilson Famiy in beloved memory of Henry Johnson Men's Sraight,Traditional & Grass Dance Categories Tiny Tots sponsored by the Ahgoom Family.
Contact: Theresa 405/379-9805, email: theresaahgoom@yahoo.com

March 4, 2006: Second Annual Ardmore High School Native American Club Fundraising Powwow
Location: Heritage Hall 220 West Broadway Ardmore, Oklahoma 73401
Event Detail: Second Annual Ardmore High School Native American Club “The Dreamcatchers” & the Southeastern Oklahoma Inter-tribal Powwow Alliance fundraising Powwow. March 4, 2006: heritage Hall, Arts & crafts, Kids’ Contest, Food, Raffles. Headstaff Master Of Ceremonies: Gary Kodaseet, Head Singer: Anthony Monoessy, (southernboys) Lawton, Ok Headman Dancer: J.T. Lile, Lawton, Ok Headlady Dancer: Cristina Star, Stroud, Ok Head Gourd Dancer: Warren Queton, Norman, Ok Arena Director: Billy Bemo, Shawnee, Ok Color Guard: Choctaw Nation Color Guard. Schedule, 2:00-5:00 Gourd Dancing, 5:00-6:00 Supper Break, 6:00-7:00 Gourd Dancing, 7:00-11:00 Grand Entry, for Powwow & Arts & Crafts Info Contact: Cedric Ketcheshawno: 580-326-4979 Or 580-317-3767, Thomas Cronemeyer: 580-277-9481, all Veterans Welcome all Princesses Welcome, All Drums & Dancers Welcome. Bring Your Own Chairs NO Alcoholic Beverages Or Drugs Allowed
Contact: Cedric Ketcheshawno 580-317-3767, email: nativeboys3@yahoo.com

March 4-5th, 2006: Glica's 29th Annual Mid-winter Powwow
location: Baker College 1020 S. Washington St Owosso, Michigan 48867
Event Detail: Glica's 29th Annual Mid-winter Powwow Is An Inter Tribal Event. Gourd Dancing On Saturday. No Contests
Contact: Jack Shumaker 810-630-1727, email: jcobbler58@sbcglobal.net

March 11,2006: Gathering of the Nations
Location: Hwy 22 North Parkers Crossroads City Park, Parkers Crossroads, Tennessee 38390
Event Detail: Its off of Interstate 40 if heading towards Nashville,TN exit #108 1/4 mile on right.
Contact: Cheif Joseph ManyCoats 731-986-9166, email: Lonewhitewolfinatwood@yahoo.com, webaddress: www.cherokeewolfclan.org

March 11, 2006: 11th Annual NASA-AISES Honors Scholarship Powwow
Location: Bluebonnet Ballroom, 300 W. First St. University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX 76010
Event Detail: 2:00pm-10:00pm *DRUM CONTEST* *INTERTRIBAL DANCING* *GRAND ENTRY PROCESSION* *ARTS & CRAFTS VENDORS* Emcee: Rene Rodriguez, Head Singer: Robert Tehano, Head Man: Harold Rogers, Head Lady: Sylvia Rodriguez, Head Gourd: Bryon Komah, Arena Director: Chad Lovett, assisted by Elijah Wahkinney, Color Guard: Buffalo Soldiers, Opening Prayer: 2 PM, Gourd Dancing: 2:30, Dinner Break: 4 PM, Flute Playing During Dinner by William Hoage, Grand Entry: 5 PM, Intertribal: 6 PM, Final Call for Drums, Drum Contest: 7-10 PM, Closing Prayer: 10 PM.
Contact: Amanda Johnson 918-607-5020, email: asj1881@sbcglobal.net webaddress: http://www.uta.edu/maps/venues?id=5&venue=Bluebonnet%20Ballroom.

March 10-12th, 2006: The Fourth Annual Golden Eagles Intertribal Society Pow Wow
Location: Loyalty Field or Payne Center (rain site)University of Southern Mississippi campus, Hattiesburg, Mississippi 39406
Event Detail: Gourd Dancing – Intertribal Dancing – Dance Contest – Hand Drum Contest – Cultural Presentations, Indian Arts, Crafts, and Foods. FREE ADMISSION (Donations are accepted.)Gates open at 9 a.m. on all days. All drums, tipis and lodges are welcome!FRIDAY (School Day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.)10 a.m. – Noon – Cultural Presentations, 1-3 p.m. – Cultural Presentations, 5 p.m. – Dinner Break, 6 p.m. – Gourd Dancing, 7 p.m. – Grand Entry, 10 p.m. – Close. SATURDAY, 11 a.m. – Gourd Dancing, 1 p.m. – Grand Entry, 5 p.m. – Dinner Break, 6 p.m. – Gourd Dancing, 7 p.m. – Grand Entry, 10 p.m. – Close. SUNDAY, 11 a.m. – Gourd Dancing, 1 p.m. – Grand Entry 5 p.m. – Close.Contact: Harold Comby (601) 656-5711, Terry Williamson interrupt05@hotmail.com Vendor Contact: Mitch Shoemake (601) 562-2276 or Joe Arnold (601) 554-8470, $100 Arts and Crafts / $125 Food 10’ x 10’ space, Joe Bohanon (601) 266-4173 Fax: (601) 266-4167 Joseph.Bohanon@usm.edu, www.usm.edu/geis
Contact: Joseph Bohanon, 601-266-4173, email: Joseph.Bohanon@usm.edu webaddress: www.usm.edu/geis

March 11-12th 2006: Hardeeville Native American Pow Wow
Location: Millstone Landing Purrysburg Rd. Hardeeville, SC 29927
Event Detail: Located on the Majestic Savannah River in Hardeeville SC. We feature arts and crafts, drumming, storrytelling, Creek campsite and much more. Many Nations and Tribes are represented since this is an intertribal pow wow. All dancers and drums are welcome. There will be dance raffles each day. Contact by phone or e-mail for further information. Gate Opens 10:00am each day. Admission: $5.00 adults $2.00 students and seniors. Children 6 and under are free. MC-John Blackfeather, Head Man-Mike Cranford, Head lady-Jeannie Cranford, Arena Director-Joseph Jordan
Contact: Mike Benton 843-784-2233, email: mbenton@cityofhardeeville.com

March 17,18,19 2006: New Eagle Eye Clan Intertribal PowWow
Location: Altha City Park Downtown Altha, Altha, Florida 32421
Event Detail: Special appearance by Kevin Story, voted top vocalist in Florida 2006. Kevin will also appear on national TV on the Miss Universe Pageant. Head Man is Rocky "Two Feathers" Weber. Head Lady is Brenda Draughon. Master of Ceremonies is Jerry Lang. Host Drum will be the Descedants and Guest Drum will be Ahaya.
Contact: Nikki Argetsinger 850-762-8478, email: nativewoman54@aol.com

March 18, 2006: Southwest Intertribal Club Princess Honor Dance
Location: Comanche Complex Gym, Comanche Nation Complex, Medicine Park Exit Oklahoma 73502
Event Detail: Vendors welcome with raffle donation only, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Goard Dancing, 5:00 to 6:00 Supper, 6:00 to 8:00 Resume Goard Dancing, 8:00 to 11:00 Intertribal, Open invation to all Chief Wildhorse Decendents, Absolutely no drugs or alcohol permitted.
Contact: J Poahway 580-246-8240, email: jpoahway@yahoo.com

March 18-19, 2006: Annual Traditional Pow Wow
Location: National Guard Armory Rochester, Minnesota 55904
Event Detail: Saturday Grand Entries at 1pm and 7pm, Sunday Grand Entry at 1pm. Join us for Native American Arts, Dancing, Foods. All public is welcome, Dontations at the door.
Contact: Melody 507-202-3547, email: melodyhanners@msn.com

March 18-19, 2006: 14th Annual “Learning To Walk Together” Traditional Pow Wow
Location: Vandament Arena 1401 Presque Isle Avenue Marquette, MI 49855
Contact: Steve Knauf 906-227-1397, email: cnas@nmu.edu, webaddress: www.nmu.edu/nativeamericans

March 24-26, 2006: FIHA Florida Indian Hobbyist Association
Location: The Savannas Recreation Area, 1400 E. Midway Road Ft. Pierce, FL 34950
Event Detail: Florida Indian Hobbyist Association 41st Annual Pow Wow Northern Drum: Teton Travelers Head Singer: David Deschanes Southern Drum Southern Pride Head Singer: Max Stein, Emcee: Tim Tall Chief, Arena Director: Lee Young, Whip Man: Ed Wind Dancer The public is welcome, fun & family activities, educational events and seminars,Native American foods craft competition, story telling, and intertribal dancing. The United States Postal Service is honoring FIHA's 41 Pow Wow Anniversary with a special pictorial cancellation souvenir silk cachet envelope designed for this event and will available only at the Pow Wow.
Contact: Tena 772-337-3368, email: flg8r@aol.com

March 25, 2006: TIHA Spring Powwow
Location: Galloway Hammond Recreation Center 1601 S Water St. Burnet, Texas 79611
Event Detail: Traders contact: 956-682-5775
Rv's contact: 512-756-6180 Tent sites available Contact: David Eckerman 936-653-3116, email: davideckerman@eastex.net webaddress: tihasmokesignals@yahoo.com

March 25, 2006: Guiding Eagles nationwide indian youth talent contest
Location: Nationwide, US All 50 states
Event Detail: The 4th annual Guiding Eagles contest is in full swing and is open to youth ages 6-18. The contest is free to enter and requires no traveling. For more details visit the website at www.guidingeagles.com
Contact: Suzanne Hegarty 866-480-0635, email: Contest@guidingeagles.com,

March 25-26, 2006: Big Spring Pow wow
Location: Howard College ColiseumBig Spring, Texas 79720
Event Detail: Contest pow wow head dancer Robert Soto Sharon Roberts Drums Southern renragade eagle point singers.
Contact: Robert Downing 432-263-3255, email: rodond@cox.net, webaddress: www.geucities.com/powwowbigspring

March 25-26, 2006:18th Annual Natchez Powwow
Location: Grand Village of Natches Indians, 400 Jefferson Davis Blvd Natchez, MS 39120
Event Detail: No Contests; Just lots of Good Singing, Dancing and Fun! MC-Bo Limbaugh, AD-Darsh DeSilva, HS-Brian Queton, HM-Jason Skinner.
Contact: Committee 601-442-0200, email: cborum@hotmail.com, webaddress: http://groups.msn.com/natchezpowwow

March 25-26, 2006: Natchez powwow
Location: Grand Village of Natchez Indians 400 Jefferson Davis Blvd. Natchez, Mississippi 39120
Event Detail: Non-Contest Intertribal Powwow, MC-Bo Limbaugh, AD-Darsh DeSilva, HS-Brian Queton, Northern-Greywolf, HM-Jason Skinner, HL-TBA, HG-TBA.
Contact: Chuck Borum 601-442-020x, email: cborum@hotmail.com, webaddress: http://groups.msn.com/natchezpowwow

March 31,-April 1, 2006: 38th Annual Montana State University-Billings Pow Wow--Largest Intercollegiate Pow Wow in Northwest
Location: Main Street Billings, Montana 59105
Event Detail: 2006 Native American Arts & Crafts Market largest Inter-collegiate Pow Wow In The Northwest! All drum groups, dancers, vendors and the general public are encouraged to attend. Masters of Ceremony will be Merle Tendoy (Chippewa-Cree), from Fort Hall, Idaho and Jason Goodstriker (Blood), from Lethbridge, Alberta.DANCE CONTEST SPECIALS WILL BE:• Singing Contest, sponsored the Inter-Tribal Indian Club; prize money to be determined;• Hand Drum Contest, sponsored by Josiah Hugs and family; • Men’s Crow Style, in memory of Print & Sylvester Spotted Bear, sponsored by the Spotted Bear families;• Women’s Fancy, sponsored by Althea James and family; • Women’s Crow Style, sponsored by 2006 MSU-Billings Pow Wow Princess Julia Plain Bull and family; • Women’s Traditional, sponsored by Julia Plain Bull and family; • Women’s Jingle, in honor of Kyrie Windy Boy, “Entering the Dance Circle,” sponsored by the Windy Boy family;• Teen Boys’ Grass, in honor of Head Young Man, Tohee Funmaker, sponsored by the Funmaker family; • Men’s Crow Style, in honor of Buddy Windy Boy, sponsored by the Windy Boy and Pease families;• Tiny Tots Paid Daily, sponsored by Althea James and Buddy Windy Boy; • Men’s Chicken, sponsored by Enos Johnson and family;• Golden Age Men and Women, sponsored by the incoming 2007 Pow Wow Princess Blue Eyes Yarlott
Contact: Quentin Gilham 406-657-2182, email: qgilham@msubillings.edu, MSU-Billings Inter-Tribal Indian Club, (406) 657-2182 Inter-Tribal Indian Club President, Big Wind Windy Boy, (406) 259-0138 Inter-Tribal Indian Club Vice President Althea James, (406) 861-7705 Shelley Van Atta, University Relations, 657-2268 webaddress: www.msubillings.edu/iticEvent Website

March 31 - April 2, 2006: Cherokee River Indian Festival Powwow
Location: Cherokee River Indian Community 1050 county road 67 Moulton, Alabama 35650
Event Detail: Please feel free to contact me at any time.
Contact: Danny Storms (256) 292-3337, email: dstorms1@yahoo.com, webaddress: www.cric.org

March 31st, April 1st, 2nd, 2006: 26th Chambers Farm Spring Pow Wow
Location: Chambers Farm 22400 NE CR 315 Ft. McCoy, Florida 32134
Event Detail: Youth day March 31st with camp feed.Veteran's Honor day April 1st(Ft.McCoy VFW).Host Drum: Otto Mahsetkey.Feature Drum:Those Guys(Oklahoma).Feature Entertainer:2004 NAMMY Winner:Billy Whitefox.Head Lady:Maria Whitehorse.Head Man:Duane Whitehorse.MC:RonColombe.AD:RickShawnee.Honor Head Lady:Marguirite Big Mountain escorted by son Teeny Big Mountain.Head Veteran:Jim "Grayhawk" Armogost.Admission:Free.Parking:Free.Camping:Free.Family oriented event.Bring chairs as seating is limited.Located from I-75 Exit 368 go east 18 mi. to CR315 and turn right,go 1 mile to Chambers Farm.
Contact: Donna Rowland, 352-222-6990, email: chambersfarms@hotmail.com, webaddress: chambersfarm.org