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Our next workshop in the Quw’utsun Elders Backyard Sessions is coming up soon Cedar Weaving a small basket
with Sulsameethl Deb George
Sunday November 3rd
10 am - 3pm
At Lila Music and Nature Centre
3228A Gibbins Rd, Duncan BC
Cost is $150/participant
Price includes supplies prepared by Sulsameethl, and her two helpers coming over from Salt Spring.
It takes quite a long time to prepare materials for weaving with cedar. Deb will also be sharing about Cedar in her culture traditions.
We only have spaces for 15 registrants.
If you are interested please register soon to not be disappointed.
Here is the Eventbrite registration link:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/cedar-weaving-workshop-with-sulsameethl-deb-george-tickets-1045012619877
Join expert Cowichan weaver Deb George for a workshop on the cultural significance and traditional methods of Coast Salish cedar weaving. Participants will learn about the historical and contemporary value of the “tree of life” through Salish perspectives and bring home their own handmade cedar basket. No prior experience required.
About the artist - Sulsameethl Deb George
Sulsameethl has lived in the Cowichan Valley her whole life. She is of mixed ancestry - Cowichan, Scottish and English and believes that has given her a unique lens to see the world through. She is an educator, an artist and a social justice activist. Sulsa’meethl is also an expert weaver. For her, weaving is a family activity, from the harvesting of cedar to the preparation of the bark for weaving. The experience of weaving is more than creating an object, it has been about the transfer of cultural knowledge between generations and shared with audiences eager to learn. It is about connecting with the land. Sulsameethl has led workshops on cedar weaving for diverse audiences and made regalia for cultural ceremony.
Family friendly, all ages welcome. No prior experience necessary. Limited spots - space is limited to 15 participants. Register early.
Cost for workshop: $150 (this includes $60 for materials).
No one will be turned away for lack of funds. If you would like to request a different amount, please contact [email protected] from Quw'utsun' Cultural Connections Society.
Organizers: The Backyard Sessions are organized by Lila Music Centre with support from BC Arts Council, we are working in partnerships with Sacred Cedar Centre and Quw’utsun’ Cultural Connections Society/Social Planning Cowichan to allow us to provide honoraria to Elders who have made special time to lead each of our sessions.
Huy ch q'u for your interest!
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Lila Music & Nature Community Centre, Lila Music Centre, 3228 Gibbins Rd, North Cowichan, BC V9L 1G8, Canada,Duncan, British Columbia
