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The following was submitted by the Network for Social Justice:
Winchester and neighboring Lexington are joining forces this year to co-celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day on Monday, Oct. 13.
For Winchester, this marks the fifth annual observance, which will take place at Wright-Locke Farm from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. The event, organized by the Network for Social Justice, will be held rain or shine, with the Winchester Town Hall serving as the rain location.
The event kicks off at 10 a.m. with an hour of engaging activities led by Mashpee Wampanoag Knowledge Keepers, Toodie and Darius Coombs, and volunteers from the Network for Social Justice and Wright-Locke Farm.
Families with young children as well as lifelong learners can participate in making corn husk dolls, learn about Indigenous use of plants and natural materials, and hear updates on state-level legislation on Indigenous issues.
A selection of books by Indigenous authors will be available for reading and reflection as well as for purchase from Book Ends. Readers are also encouraged to check out this list curated by Winchester Public Library of books available there.
The celebration continues from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. with an interactive performance by the world-travelled Red Hawk Singers and Dancers. The performance includes storytelling and optional audience participation.
Parking for the event is available at Wright-Locke Farm, 82 Ridge St., Winchester. Overflow parking will be available directly across the street at Mullen Field. If the event moves to Winchester Town Hall due to weather, parking is available in the lot across from Town Hall.
The event is organized by the Network for Social Justice with the support of numerous sponsors, including the Winchester Community Music School, Native Americans in Lexington, the Lexington History Museums, and the Lexington Human Rights Committee. The Network for Social Justice also receives funding from the Cummings Foundation and the Mass Cultural Council.
For more information, visit nfsj.org or email office@nfsj.org with any questions.
