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Apr. 20, 2012

Vol. 2.83 No. 16

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Albuquerque to Host World’s Largest Native American Cultural Event: Gathering of Nations

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LBUQUERQUE, N.M. - The world’s largest gathering of Native American and indigenous people will take place in Albuquerque, N.M. between April 26 and 28, 2012. The 29th Annual Gathering of Nations, considered the most prominent Native American powwow in the world, will host tens of thousands of people and more than 500 tribes from throughout the United States, Canada, and around the world. The three-day event will include more than 3,000 traditional Native American singers and dancers competing in 32 dance categories, and more than 800 Native American artisans, craftsmen and traders displaying and selling their work. In addition, 36 indigenous bands will be performing a wide variety of musical genres. Vendors in the Native Food Court will offer guests a large selection of food choices ranging between southwestern-style cuisine and traditional Native American fare. As part of the Gathering of Nations, a young Native American woman will be crowned Miss Indian World and represent all native and indigenous people as a cultural goodwill ambassador. As one of the largest and most prestigious cultural pageants, 28 Native American and indigenous women representing their different tribes and traditions will compete in the areas of tribal knowledge, dancing ability, and personality assessment. The Gathering of Nations opens with the Miss Indian World competition on April 26 at 7 p.m. at the Hard Rock Casino and Hotel –Albuquerque. The much anticipated “Grand Entry,” where

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thousands of Native American dancers simultaneously enter the arena dressed in colorful outfits to the sounds of hundreds of beating drums, begins at noon on Friday, April 27. The Grand Entry will be repeated Friday evening at 7 p.m. and on Saturday, at 12 p.m. (noon) and 6 p.m. The new Miss Indian World will be crowned on Saturday evening, after the Grand Entry. The Gathering of Nations will be held at the University of New Mexico’s University Arena in Albuquerque.

BioPark Celebrates Earth Day on April 21

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LBUQUERQUE, NM-The ABQ BioPark celebrates Earth Day on Saturday, April 21, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Dozens of activities, demonstrations and speakers are stationed throughout the Zoo, Botanic Garden, Tingley Beach and Aquarium. Earth Day at the BioPark is presented by AM 1240 JENNiRADIO. Animal keepers, aquarists, horticulturalists, volunteers and community experts will share with BioPark guests about animals, plants and how our actions matter when it comes to protecting our planet. Stations offer simple conservation ideas that benefit the featured animal,

plant or habitat. “From caring for exotic endangered species to installing energy-efficient light upgrades across our facilities, the BioPark practices conservation both globally and locally,” said Rick Janser, BioPark Director. “Citizens can get great ideas for conserving resources and saving money in their own homes at the Earth Day celebration.” BioPark Earth Day Highlights • Children’s Seed Festival: Follow a seed’s life story, make art and plant a seed to take home in the Children’s Fantasy Garden. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Albuquerque. • Keeper, Aquarist and

Horticulturalist Talks: Learn how BioPark experts take care of the animals and plants that live here. Talks scheduled throughout the day. • World Animal Encounters: The Zoo’s live show begins its season with performances at 11 a.m and 2 p.m. Stars include free-flight birds, mammals and sometimes even reptiles! • Behind-the-Scenes Tours of the Aquatic Conservation Facility: Home to endangered fish, including Rio Grande silvery minnows. Located off-exhibit at the Aquarium/Garden. • Bike to the BioPark: $1 off regular admission for bicyclists on Earth Day.

• Free Nature Hikes: Explore the Rio Grande bosque next to Tingley Beach. “We hope guests to the Earth Day event will learn how our actions matter and get inspired to make a difference,” said Kathryn Venzor, Education Curator. “With activities ranging from dissecting seeds and creating animal enrichment to taking a nature hike and talking with BioPark experts, guests will learn that simple, everyday actions can be fun and meaningful.” All activities are included with admission. Find a full schedule of events, additional information and resources at www.ouractionsmatter.org.


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