na’ʔk’ʷulamən (what we do) Storytelling: How Names Were Given

Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

Winter is a time for storytelling. Immerse yourself in the captikʷɬ of How Names Were Given. This program is great for kids and families, as well as anyone looking for a deeper understanding of this story.

Event Series nsyilxcen: the Journey Continues

nsyilxcen: the Journey Continues

Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

Continue your journey with the nsyilxcən language and gain a deeper understanding of syilx culture. Through a series of dynamic classes, students with a beginner understanding of nsyilxcən will engage with each other and their instructor as they continue their learning. This class is presented in partnership with Wildrose Native Traditions and is for everyone, regardless of heritage.

$15

Learning a Language: nsyilxcən for Everyone Level 2

Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

Would you like to greet students or visitors in nsyilxcən? Would you like to master some basic vocabulary, and gain a deeper understanding of syilx culture and connection to place? This workshop will give participants a start on pronunciation, greetings and language meaning. This class is for everyone, regardless of heritage.

$75

The Future of Black Histories: Uplifting Black Youth Voices 

Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

History does not stay in the past. The present is shaped by history, and the present determines the future. Accordingly, Black youth are central to the future of Black History.  

By donation

Storytelling, Performance, and Identity: A Two-Spirit Artist talk with Madeline Terbasket

Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

Madeline Terbasket is reimagining traditional stories with their physical comedy, queerness and vulnerability. Grab a hot beverage, enjoy some baked goods, and gather around the proverbial fire for an afternoon of original stories, art, and community.

By donation

na’ʔk’ʷulamən (what we do) Storytelling: How Names Were Given

Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

Winter is a time for storytelling. Immerse yourself in the captikʷɬ of How Names Were Given. This program is great for kids and families, as well as anyone looking for a deeper understanding of this story.

Learning a Language: nsyilxcen for Everyone Level 1

Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

Would you like to greet students or visitors in nsyilxcən? Would you like to master some basic vocabulary, and gain a deeper understanding of syilx culture and connection to place? This workshop will give participants a start on pronunciation, greetings and language meaning. This class is for everyone, regardless of heritage.

$75

Learning a Language: nsyilxcen for Everyone Level 3

Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

Would you like to greet students or visitors in nsyilxcən? Would you like to master some basic vocabulary, and gain a deeper understanding of syilx culture and connection to place? This workshop will give participants a start on pronunciation, greetings and language meaning. This class is for everyone, regardless of heritage.

$75

Biodiverse BC: Natural History

Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

Born of a desire to connect directly with the curators, collection managers, scientists and researchers whose work is the bedrock of museums, the Royal BC Museum's Community Engagement team is hosting a series of natural history discussions across the province. Hear from the Royal BC Museum staff and valued partners as they discuss ongoing research, field work, and the value of collaboration.

Free