Monday, February 29, 2016

Two Spirits, One Dance with Ty Defoe

Two Spirits, One Dance with Ty Defoe

AJ+ recently shot a video at the Bay Area American Indian Two-Spirit Powwow with hoop dancer Ty Defoe. In this video, Defoe speaks about how traditional dance helps two spirits ...

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This ‘Revenant’ Actor Was Red Carpet Ready Thanks to Haida Designer!

This ‘Revenant’ Actor Was Red Carpet Ready Thanks to Haida Designer!

  In what is pretty much every fashion designer’s dream, Dorothy Grant (Haida) had an original creation walk down the red carpet for the Academy Awards. And she only had ...

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The Native “Primary” Vote !!!

The Native “Primary” Vote !!!

Super Tuesday is March 1st and the remaining U.S. Presidential candidates are vying for those precious state delegate votes needed to win their party nomination. The real race is happening ...

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Leonardo DiCaprio’s Oscar Speech – Shout Out To Indigenous People

Leonardo DiCaprio’s Oscar Speech – Shout Out To Indigenous People

Last night Leonardo DiCaprio won his first Oscar.  Like in his speech at the Golden Globes, Leo mentioned Indigenous people.  His speech last night focused more on climate change compared ...

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Sunday, February 28, 2016

Discover 9 Awesome Uses for Paper Towel (and Tubes, and More) You Never Imagined

Discover 9 Awesome Uses for Paper Towel (and Tubes, and More) You Never Imagined

I usually try to keep a few extra rolls of paper towel on hand. This is honestly just so I don’t have to run to the store to buy more any time soon, but as it turns out, paper towel is even more useful than I realized. After watching this video, I realize there are [...]

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Poncho Brady Solo Dancing – 2016 Sioux Empire Wacipi

Poncho Brady Solo Dancing – 2016 Sioux Empire Wacipi

One of the champions of Fancy Feather dancing put on a show at the 2016 Sioux Empire Wacipi! Check out his solo dance! (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs ...

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Saturday, February 27, 2016

Mother Daughter Special – 2016 Sioux Empire Wacipi

Mother Daughter Special – 2016 Sioux Empire Wacipi

Watch the Mother Daughter Special from 2016 Sioux Empire Wacipi sponsored by Sherry & Shaylynn Bird. (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = ...

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Sid Byrd – 97 Years Young – World War II Veteran Sings Marine Hymn in Dakota

Sid Byrd – 97 Years Young – World War II Veteran Sings Marine Hymn in Dakota

During the 2016 Sioux Empire Wacipi, Sid Byrd sang for the Pow Wow! The 97 year old veteran of World War II sang the Marine Hymn in Dakota.     ...

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8 Mind-Blowing Duct Tape Life-hacks That Will Make Your Life Easier

8 Mind-Blowing Duct Tape Life-hacks That Will Make Your Life Easier

I still remember in high school when I found out that there was a contest to win a scholarship if you made your prom dress out of duct tape. From that moment on, I was hooked on the stuff! Duct tape comes in every color of the rainbow and lots of fun patterns, and it [...]

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Friday, February 26, 2016

Grand Entry Video – 2016 Sioux Empire Wacipi

Grand Entry Video – 2016 Sioux Empire Wacipi

Watch the first Grand Entry of the inaugural Sioux Empire Wacipi! Hundreds of dancers and singers dancing at this 1st annual event!

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Watch the 2016 Sioux Empire Wacipi Live Now

Watch the 2016 Sioux Empire Wacipi Live Now

Tune in this weekend to watch the 2016 Sioux Empire Pow Wow LIVE! Watch on your desktop, mobile phone, tablet or laptop! Watch Live Now! Find out more information

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Stolen Regalia – Jarv Miles Stwyer

Stolen Regalia – Jarv Miles Stwyer

From Facebook ALERT: Beadwork and feathers taken from our car last nite in portland oregon. Returning from shelton pow wow. Please share. So sad and mad and heart broken.  Jarv ...

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Thursday, February 25, 2016

Pow Wow Calendar Update – February 24, 2016

Pow Wow Calendar Update – February 24, 2016

Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to our calendar and ones coming up in the next couple of weeks! Plan your Pow Wow trips! Upcoming Pow ...

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Amber Midthunder in X-Men TV Pilot “Legion”

Amber Midthunder in X-Men TV Pilot “Legion”

Native Actress – Amber Midthunder just snagged (not that kind of snag) a tv role on the X-Men TV Pilot, “Legion” , to be televised on the FX channel.  “Amber ...

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$940 Million Settlement Reached!

$940 Million Settlement Reached!

Great news, “a judge has approved a nearly $1 billion settlement between the Obama administration and Native American tribes over claims the government shorted tribes for decades on contract costs to ...

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20 Genius Ways to Recycle Soda Cans into Amazing DIY Projects

20 Genius Ways to Recycle Soda Cans into Amazing DIY Projects

If you tend to drink a lot of soda, chances are you have a lot of soda cans lying around the house. Even if you typically recycle those cans for cash, there are things that you can do with empty soda cans that are even better than getting a few pennies for them at the [...]

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Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Native BBaller in SemiFinals for Dark Horse Dunker! Vote Now!

Native BBaller in SemiFinals for Dark Horse Dunker! Vote Now! Dwuan Anderson is a tribal member of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians and an avid basketball player. He’s currently playing for Wagner University in Staten Island, ...Read More>>>>>

WATCH: New Trailer for ‘Songs My Brothers Taught Me’

WATCH: New Trailer for ‘Songs My Brothers Taught Me’ Good news for those of you who haven’t been able to catch the critically acclaimed drama Songs My Brothers Taught Me. According to v, the film has been picked up ...Read More>>>>>

Native American Beaded Set Powwow Regalia – eBay find of the week

Native American Beaded Set Powwow Regalia – eBay find of the week Native American Beaded Set Powwow Regalia Beaded set done in size 9 3/0 cut beads lime apple luster. Hair ties and choker drop are 4×5 inches. Backed with leather. velcro ...Read More>>>>>

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

These Pretty Indian Girls Are Pitch Perfect!

These Pretty Indian Girls Are Pitch Perfect! Serious squad goals right here! You might remember us sharing a viral video last month of some lovely ladies singing on their way to the round dance. Well, they’ve made ...Read More>>>>>

5th Annual BAAITS Two Spirit Powwow

5th Annual BAAITS Two Spirit Powwow 5th Annual BAAITS Two Spirit Powwow Grand Entry Two Spirit Powwow Experience Miss International Two Spirit 2016 – Spirit Wildcat This past weekend, the Bay Area American Indian Two Spirit ...Read More>>>>>

Monday, February 22, 2016

Hoop Dancer Dallas Arcand Talks About ‘Living a Circular Life’

Hoop Dancer Dallas Arcand Talks About ‘Living a Circular Life’ Back in 2014, three time world hoop dancing champion, Dallas Arcand spoke at the annual TEDxYYC in Calgary, Canada. During his TedX Talk, he explains how dancing has taught him ...Read More>>>>>

Sunday, February 21, 2016

Alvon Griffin Connects Children to the Ancestors with Rhythm

Alvon Griffin Connects Children to the Ancestors with Rhythm Alvon Griffin, Seminole, Powhatan, Cherokee and African heritage uses his musical talents to combat social ignorance, promote communication and mentor children in the community, with rhythm therapy- connecting youth, red ...Read More>>>>>

Must Do’s For Pow Wow First Timer

Must Do’s For Pow Wow First Timer First time visitors to a Pow Wow can feel a little overwhelmed!  Between the crowd, the music, and all the shopping options you can get confused as to what to ...Read More>>>>>

Fur Turban Of Southern Plains

Fur Turban Of Southern Plains There are many old photographs of certain Omaha-Ponca Hethuska or Osage Inlonshka members wearing a turban of otter fur, or a turban of red fox fur. Dr. James Howard states, ...Read More>>>>>

Teachings, Knowledge and Respect – An Interview with Tommy Christian

Teachings, Knowledge and Respect – An Interview with Tommy Christian From champion dancer, Politician and pow-wow MC, Tommy Christian from Poplar MT shared some of his experiences in Indian country. Well respected in all three areas Tommy has remained grounded, ...Read More>>>>>

Pull Up to the Pow Wow Like This – Motorcycle Raffle!

Pull Up to the Pow Wow Like This – Motorcycle Raffle! Ooooh weee, can you imagine winning this beauty? The Gathering of Nations is hosting a raffle for this new Scout Sixty to help supplement Dr. Lita’s Annual Book Giveaway for ...Read More>>>>>

Saturday, February 20, 2016

40 Borderline Genius Glue Gun Projects That Will Enchant Your Life

40 Borderline Genius Glue Gun Projects That Will Enchant Your Life

There are so many DIY projects I’d love to try but which are totally out of my reach because they require insane skills or obscure supplies that I just don’t have access to. As it turns out, though, there are an astonishingly large number of projects which are just as cool and which you can [...]

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Thursday, February 18, 2016

Pow Wow Calendar Update – February 17, 2016

Pow Wow Calendar Update – February 17, 2016 Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to our calendar and ones coming up in the next couple of weeks! Plan your Pow Wow trips! Upcoming Pow ...Read More>>>>>

2016 Sioux Empire Wacipi – Watch Live on PowWows.com

2016 Sioux Empire Wacipi – Watch Live on PowWows.com Watch live on PowWows.com! Sioux Empire Wacipi An inaugural powwow and cultural arts event. February 26 – 28, 2016 Sioux Falls Arena – Sioux Falls http://ift.tt/1KtO83W Presented by Bird, Inc. ...Read More>>>>>

$35,000 Scholarship and Internship with Revenant Costume Designer

$35,000 Scholarship and Internship with Revenant Costume Designer Interested in fashion and costume design? From IndieWire: Oscar-nominated costume designer Jacqueline West and the Fashion Institute Of Design & Merchandising have created a scholarship for an outstanding Native American ...Read More>>>>>

Making Regalia – Moccasin Alteration

Making Regalia – Moccasin Alteration Making Regalia with Juaquin Lonelodge is back! This time he’s brought along special guest, Verna Street to talk about something us parents know all too well. What to do when ...Read More>>>>>

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Tired of TV? Try These 10 Native YouTube Channels!

Tired of TV? Try These 10 Native YouTube Channels! How does that old song go, 57 Channels (And Nothin’ On)? There are so many channels to choose from on cable, satellite and regular television these days. And it’s still ...Read More>>>>>

Hand Beaded Dangle Earrings w/ Feather, Native American Style Beadwork, Multi – eBay find of the week

Hand Beaded Dangle Earrings w/ Feather, Native American Style Beadwork, Multi – eBay find of the week Hand Beaded Dangle Earrings w/ Feather, Native American Style Beadwork, Multi Condition: A brand-new, unused, and unworn item (including handmade items) that is not in original packaging or may be ...Read More>>>>>

Mrs Universe Ashley Callingbull Redx Talk

Mrs Universe Ashley Callingbull Redx Talk Ashley Callingbull is a 25 year old Cree First Nations woman from the Enoch Cree Nation in the province of Alberta. Ashley is currently holding the title of Mrs. Universe. ...Read More>>>>>

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

It’s Finally Finished! Watch the Full ‘We Are Birds’ Documentary

It’s Finally Finished! Watch the Full ‘We Are Birds’ Documentary Albert Chacon has been traveling from reservation to reservation for the past several years to document the story of modern bird singing. All that hard work has finally paid off ...Read More>>>>>

How to Make Your Own Ziploc Bag in a Pinch

How to Make Your Own Ziploc Bag in a Pinch

How many times have you opened a bag of chips, figuring you’re going to get through all of it, then you realize you don’t really want to eat all those calories in just one sitting? So you go to close the bag, and then you realize that if you roll it up, air is still [...]

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How to Escape Industrial-Strength Zip Ties {Video}

How to Escape Industrial-Strength Zip Ties {Video}

Industrial-strength zip ties are probably one of the most obnoxious forms of packaging ever invented. I know that zip ties are handy, but they are also nearly impossible to get off of new products when you are opening them. Even cutting them with scissors requires a remarkable amount of force. Most of us have tried [...]

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Monday, February 15, 2016

Wanted: Pow Wow Reporters

Wanted: Pow Wow Reporters PowWows.com is looking to expand our Pow Wow coverage and we need you! We are looking for a few people to report live from Pow Wows.  These reporters will need ...Read More>>>>>

See Why This Ojibwe Flute Player Is Having the Best Year!

See Why This Ojibwe Flute Player Is Having the Best Year! The Black Hills Fox News affiliate based in Rapid City, South Dakota shows a little love to one of our PowWows.com contributors! You might remembering reading about Darren Thompson, an ...Read More>>>>>

What Comes to Mind When You Hear This One Word?

What Comes to Mind When You Hear This One Word? You’ve probably seen these WatchCut videos pop up in your newsfeed from time to time, such as the 100 Years of Beauty in 1-Minute, or the American Kids Try Food ...Read More>>>>>

Decorating Hack: How to Use Toothpaste to Hang Your Pictures Straight

Decorating Hack: How to Use Toothpaste to Hang Your Pictures Straight

If you have a boring wall and you want to spruce it up, you probably hang a picture, right? The problem is, if you cannot hang the picture straight, the wall just ends up looking even worse. And trying to hang a picture straight is not easy, especially if you are doing it yourself and [...]

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How to Make Buttercream Cake with Delicious and Colorful Skittle Syrup

How to Make Buttercream Cake with Delicious and Colorful Skittle Syrup

I love skittles, and I love cake, but who ever thought of combining them together into the ultimate dessert? The answer is YouTube user Cookies Cupcakes and Cardio. I am always on the lookout for something new to try in the kitchen, especially in the dessert department. This find couldn’t have come at a better [...]

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Thursday, February 11, 2016

Pow Wow Calendar Update – February 10, 2016

Pow Wow Calendar Update – February 10, 2016 Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to our calendar and ones coming up in the next couple of weeks! Plan your Pow Wow trips! Upcoming Pow ...Read More>>>>>

10 Steps to Get 50-80 Pounds of Tomatoes from Every Plant You Grow

10 Steps to Get 50-80 Pounds of Tomatoes from Every Plant You Grow

I’ve been gardening in my backyard for several years now, and each year I’ve learned something new. More often than not, these have been hard-won lessons through trial and error, and I emphasize the word “error.” One of the first plants I tried to grow was tomatoes, because I heard everyone say they were easy. [...]

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Wednesday, February 10, 2016

For Native Americans in Minnesota, food is a sign of oppression

For Native Americans in Minnesota, food is a sign of oppression For Native Americans in Minnesota, food is a symbol of their struggle. After hundreds of years of isolation, here’s how the community is fighting to reclaim their cultural identity — ...Read More>>>>>

Supaman does it again…with kitchen utensils!

Supaman does it again…with kitchen utensils! We’ve seen him create some incredible music with rattles and drums.  In his latest video, he is able to create a jamming beat in the kitchen.  AND while making frybread! ...Read More>>>>>

I’m Native, But I’m Not…

I’m Native, But I’m Not… Buzzfeed does it again! They have so many hilarious videos out there giving a nod to the struggles most of us face like the Mascot controversy, Halloween costumes and the ...Read More>>>>>

Beaded Rosette Necklace – eBay Find of the Week

Beaded Rosette Necklace – eBay Find of the Week NICE HAND CRAFTED FULLY BEADED GEOMETRIC DESIGN ROSETTE NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN NECKLACE THIS NICE HAND CRAFTED FULLY BEADED GEOMETRIC DESIGN ROSETTE NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN NECKLACE IS WELL MADE. THE NECKLACE ...Read More>>>>>

See Step-By-Step Instructions for How to Build Your Own Oak Tree Bookshelf.

See Step-By-Step Instructions for How to Build Your Own Oak Tree Bookshelf.

Look around the average home and you will see a lot of straight lines and right angles. Most of us buy our furniture at the store. We fill our houses with finished products which are comfortably contemporary, but don’t do a whole lot to fire our imaginations. Then we long for nature and dream of [...]

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12 Brilliant Tips to Organize Any Closet on A Budget!

12 Brilliant Tips to Organize Any Closet on A Budget!

For most of us, the closet is one of the messiest spots in the house. Seriously, my closet was so cramped for years that I began to wonder what was lurking in those mysterious and unfathomable depths. I was almost afraid to find out. It felt like I’d be going on a spelunking adventure! What [...]

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Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Check Out This Chicken Dance Special at Haskell

Check Out This Chicken Dance Special at Haskell Orlando “O.B.” Begay had the honor of being head man dancer at the Haskell Welcome Back Pow Wow this past weekend. He expressed his sincere gratitude of the honor on ...Read More>>>>>

Sunday, February 7, 2016

Craving A Pow Wow? Watch This Pow Wow Footage!

Craving A Pow Wow? Watch This Pow Wow Footage! This 2005 documentary from Blackbird Productions takes us to a pow wow in northern Saskatchewan. There’s loads of behind-the-scenes footage and interviews along with the dances, drumming and singing we ...Read More>>>>>

Thursday, February 4, 2016

50 Jaw-Dropping Ideas for Upcycling Tin Cans Into Beautiful Household Items!

50 Jaw-Dropping Ideas for Upcycling Tin Cans Into Beautiful Household Items!

Even (maybe even especially) when you are strapped for cash, you probably stock up on canned foods every month. Canned foods are cheap, they don’t go bad, and you can use them for all kinds of recipes. What do you do with the cans when you are done cooking, though? You probably throw them right [...]

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Wednesday, February 3, 2016

Native American Style Sterling Silver Gruaduated 20 ” Disc Beaded Necklace – eBay find of the week

Native American Style Sterling Silver Gruaduated 20 ” Disc Beaded Necklace – eBay find of the week Native American Style Sterling Silver Gruaduated 20 ” Disc Beaded Necklace Nice graduated disc shape beads with nice stamped design on each bead. Beads go from 3/8 inch to 5/8 ...Read More>>>>>

Pow Wow Calendar Update – February 03, 2016

Pow Wow Calendar Update – February 03, 2016 Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to our calendar and ones coming up in the next couple of weeks! Plan your Pow Wow trips! Upcoming Pow ...Read More>>>>>

How to get rid of those dark bags under your eyes … with coffee beans!

How to get rid of those dark bags under your eyes … with coffee beans!

There are few things which give away your age like puffy eyes. The worst thing about them is, the onset is often pretty early. For a lot of women it seems to happen around age 30, but for some it can easily start a lot earlier than that. Either way, it makes you look about [...]

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Monday, February 1, 2016

Don’t Let Winter Win! Warm Up with These Native Goodies

Don’t Let Winter Win! Warm Up with These Native Goodies Having grown up in Southwestern states most of my life, I confess I knew little about how to deal with winter weather. The only time I dealt with snow is ...Read More>>>>>

2016 PowWows.com People’s Choice Award Winners

2016 PowWows.com People’s Choice Award Winners Congratulations to the winners of the 2016 PowWows.com People’s Choice Awards! The People’s Choice Awards are a way for the visitors of PowWows.com to recognize and honor the outstanding events, ...Read More>>>>>

How to Make a Bubble Wrap Chocolate Cake Decorating

How to Make a Bubble Wrap Chocolate Cake Decorating

When I first saw a link to this video, I didn’t know what to expect. I just saw the baker smearing chocolate onto a sheet of bubble wrap. I couldn’t imagine what the heck it was going to be used for—but I was super curious, so I clicked and checked out the video. As it [...]

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