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In honor of National Native American History Month, join Eastern Band of Cherokee oral historians to explore the values of Cherokee Society as reflected in traditional stories and everyday life. This series will share with the audience a way of life that has endured for thousands of years, ensuring survival and a quality life, even in divisive times.
These events for are free, but you will need to register here.
Session One–October 30
Pack Memorial Library at 1pm
- Spirituality: A Cherokee lifeway that bonds people in good times and bad, providing hope.
- Group Harmony: Freely giving time, talent, and treasures in community and kin relationships.
Session Two–November 6
Pack Memorial Library at 1pm
- Strong Individual Character: Acting selflessly with integrity, honesty, perseverance, courage, respect, trust, honor, and humility.
- Sense of Place: Being good stewards of the land, connecting it to tribal identity.
- Honoring the Past: Learning from ancestors and elders, embracing tribal identity.
Session Three–November 13
Pack Memorial Library at 1pm
- Educating the Children: Providing values-oriented education and recreation, being strong role models.
- Sense of Humor: Lightening the pressure in serious situations to help make good decisions when facing adversity.